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1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close

Family-friendly vacation home in Idyllwild with a water park

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
At 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close, you can look forward to a water park, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this vacation home. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close

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Riverside Rental Permit RVC - 393

YES FENCED • 5 guests max. 1 bdrm/1 loft • 1 queen • 1 dble mattress in loft • additional detached bedroom with queen & camp toilet - only for you, not others. This room can be added for an additional fee. If needed please inquire with Melissa • 1 bth tub/shower • 1/2 acre yard fully fenced & gated porch. Industrial rustic 1950’s reno is filled with Melissa’s art, her hand crafted barn doors and extra artistic touches • 3 decks and 1 deck is eight feet high in the trees with hammock swings and a hammock underneath.

Emma and I are long time locals, are trained in interior design and high end hospitality, we have been hosting wonderful guests like you for years.

Each home has a different charm and experience. If one is booked for the dates you are interested in then try checking another.

ALL OF OUR HOMES:
• Our homes have been fully designed and renovated or partially renovated
• All are very loved and not a typical vacation rental (read the reviews!).
• Are always professionally deep cleaned after every stay
• Are all dog and child friendly (only the Palm Desert home is adults only, no pets)
• Have fast internet
• Have luxury lines and comfortable beds
• Have AC and Heat (with extra portable fans and portable heaters).
• Have wood burning fire places
• Have outdoor string lights
• Have propane grills
• Have Smart TV’s
• Have filtered water pitchers
• Have a selection of games and books
• Have a lock box for entry so no need to pick up keys or meet us in person (unless you prefer that)
• Are close to town center (Two are just 1 block away, others around 1.5 miles away)
• Are close to hiking/walking trails
• Have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and off street parking
• Have hammocks
• Are stocked with everything you need and more (a detailed list arrives seven days prior to arrival)
• Have a welcome gift and a personal welcome note upon arrival
• Have an on your honor bar and on your honor firewood use
• Have a journal to share your adventures and read up on others
• Are continuously upgraded and looked after to ensure a wonderful stay

THIS HOME HAS (in addition to the list above):
• NEW detached bedroom available for an additional fee.
• 1/2 acre fully fenced yard and a gated deck for doggo & kiddo play
• A starry night light projector
• Three decks and one is 8 feet high in the trees!
• Hammock swings
• Lots of extra artistic touches included two hand made barn doors.

DOG INFORMATION (if you are bringing any):
We don’t have a weight limit but trust that your dogs are well behaved and will be wonderful guests in our beautiful homes :-) $25 per dog flat fee per stay.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:
• Fenced yard or enclosed deck (some properties) • 16 foot tether in the yards (if not fenced) • dog bowls • dog treats • dog waste bags • pet wipes (to wipe down pups after outside walks/play - DO NOT FLUSH) .
• PET FEES: $25 flat fee per dog per stay. That goes to our cleaning crew for the extra time cleaning. Instructions to pay are on the check out sheet at the house.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Idyllwild in a drought. No smoking, thanks.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The detached bedroom IS NOT INCLUDED in the rate. If you would like to use it please inquire about extra fees.
People other than those on the guest list may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person in the property is the sole responsibility of guest
If you break any house rule or I receive noise complaints, you will be asked to leave and lost the entire cost of your stay.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please read the pet rules and follow.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Art throughout, please no touching.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Idyllwild in a drought. No smoking, thanks.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number RVC-0393

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA

What's nearby

  • Idyllwild Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 54 min drive - 54.6 miles
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 60 min drive - 56.5 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 57 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Peak Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close on Nov 20, 2025 start from $155.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close located?

This family-friendly Idyllwild vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild Park, and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Nature Center is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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1/2 acre fenced•Dog&Kiddo Paradise•3rd Bdrm Option•Fire Pit•Sky Deck•Town Close Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! Lovely house with a backyard that our doggo enjoyed so much for sniffing and playing fetch. Was also the perfect spot to avoid 4th of July fireworks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alisa d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable yard

Especially enjoyed the fully fenced backyard with room for our dog to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Doggy vacation

We absolutely love your property!!! This was our 3 or 4th time staying at your lovely cozy home. Our dogs love the yard and I love the convenience of having my cup of coffee while the dogs do there morning thing. There is everything you need and far enough away from the city but only minutes drive. This is our go to everytime we visit!! See you in October. Thanks for everything!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jez P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Overnight Stay

Little House and its hosts were great! We stayed overnight to explore Idyllwild and were so happy about this cabin. The top nook is very cute and if we were kids, we would've loved sleeping up there. The bedroom was no less great, as it came with a bed warmer, fun light options, and a skylight. We stargazed from our bed! Backyard was fun to explore and reminded us of our childhood. Tried the bikes too but they do need some care. If we come back to Idyllwild, we're definitely checking this place out again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We have had great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

We had great week staying in the little cabin. Sick a great way to relax and unwind. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for family and dog

We had a great time at the house and in Idyllwild.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cabin!

Everything was great. Good location and well maintained. AC was a little weak but kept it cool enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our service golden doodles loved the freedom massive backyard with grey squirrels. Dog heaven
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay!

We had a blast again, we love this property! Our dogs absolutely love the backyard and the snow made the stay even more amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiaan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fun times

we loved our stay at little house big yard!!! it had all the amenities and the host was super helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect

We stayed for two weeks, and everything was perfect. Big fenced in backyard for our two dogs and air conditioning for the couple of afternoons that it was warm. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little house, big back yard

Very clean small house with a very big fenced-in backyard for the dogs. Had a great couple of days just getting away from the hustle and bustle. Thank you Melissa and Emma for sharing your fantastic little house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Beautiful, well maintained, comfortable beds

Wonderful stay, beautiful cabin, well stocked and organized, beds were really comfortable, great use of space in the cabin- we stayed comfortably with 4 people and 2 dogs
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Space

Exactly as shown, cute and cozy. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This wonderful home came with everything we needed. The huge backyard was perfect for our dogs. Very easy to get into town, and the views were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best mountain getaway ever.

This cabin is everything you would want in a mountain vacation. It is immaculate, cozy, provides everything you could ever need and the location is wonderful, private yet close to town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here with our two dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

michele R., La Verne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Cabin

Melissa's sweet cabin was perfect for us. Our dog was in heaven and we were so relaxed. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenniffer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

The cabin was perfect for a quick getaway with the dogs. Loved the gated deck with bbq and fire pit. Pups had a blast exploring the huge yard. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place for pups

We went away for the 4th of July weekend and loved Melissa’s home! It was clean, quiet, and the backyard was fantastic for my Border Collie. We all loved it and will be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Crystal O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing beautiful quiet stay

Little cabin was beautiful! My 3 dogs enjoyed the back yard and loved laying in the sun on the big front deck! We had perfect weather so we were able to eat our meals outside on the front deck! Had lots of squirrel & steller jay visitors. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Want to come back

Loved it. Can't wait to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cabin getaway

Had a beautiful getaway here with my mom and her dog. Place is small and cozy and was perfect for what we needed. Backyard is large and front porch is great too. Well thought out for dogs and thoughtful kitchenware etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland

The property is cute and perfect for a quick getaway. We loved and enjoyed the large backyard. It was perfect for playing and sledding in the snow. Will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

This our 2nd time staying here. Been visiting Idyllwild for many years. Nice quiet deck, large yard that our dogs love. Everything you need in the cabin if you like to cook like myself. And the bbq on the deck that we used nightly. We will be long term visitors, thank you so much Melissa for all you do. See you again soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024