Idyllwild Cabin with Hot Tub and Fireplace | Historic Idyllcottage
Idyllcottage exceeds expectations with charm and history
Idyllcottage: An Authentic 1920s Idyllwild Cabin with Hot Tub and Fireplace
Welcome to Idyllcottage, the quintessential Idyllwild cabin with a hot tub and fireplace. Located in the heart of the Idyllwild Historic District, this beautifully preserved 1924 retreat offers a rare glimpse into the mountain’s past. We have worked tirelessly to provide modern luxury—including a private outdoor spa and instant-start gas fireplace—while keeping the “bones” of the cabin intact, from the original cabinetry and countertops to the authentic rustic charm of a barn-turned-cottage.
- 3 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
Amenities
- Security Cameras
- Wireless Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Central Heating
- Full Kitchen
- Balcony
- Hot Tub
- Gas Fireplace
- Washer & Dryer
- Free Parking
- BBQ Gas Grill
- First Aid Kit
- Keyless Entry
- 35″ HDTV
- Fire Extinguisher
- Cleaning Supplies
- Self Check-In
- Workspace
- Coffee Maker
- Electric Stove
- Lockbox
In the Historic Heart of the Village
LLocation is everything. Idyllcottage is situated directly across the street from the famous Cafe Aroma
, perfect for strolling over to enjoy live music. You are also just 250 feet from the Strawberry Creek Community Pathway, a serene, pet-friendly trail. This Idyllwild cabin with a hot tub and fireplace is the perfect basecamp for hikers.
After your hike, relax on our custom flagstone patio, a true work of mountain art designed and hand-laid by local landscape master and artist Ken Gioeli and his family. The entire outdoor space is fully fenced with a gated entry, providing a secure, high-end sanctuary where you can soak in the pines while your four-legged family members roam safely.
A Historic Idyllwild Cabin with Hot Tub and a Hollywood Secret
Long before it was a cozy retreat, Idyllcottage began its life in 1924 as a humble barn. Local lore tells of a snowy night when the Marx Brothers, stranded by a vehicle breakdown, sought refuge within these very walls. While the original ‘thank you’ note they left behind has vanished into history, the story was validated by the original owner’s grandson, whose childhood height marks can still be seen on our walls today.
“Tiny House” Footprint, Large-Scale Luxury
Don’t let the cozy footprint fool you; Idyllcottage is packed with high-end comfort:
- The Living Room: Features a massive 9 ft. Restoration Hardware Leather sofa, perfect for movie marathons.
- The Bedrooms: Two luxurious King beds ensure a restful night’s sleep.
- The Reading Nook: A custom built-in nook with a full bed that doubles as a “hidden fort” or “princess nook” for children (or a secret escape for book lovers).
A Place for Life’s Big Moments
Idyllcottage isn’t just a place to stay; it’s a place where history is made. During the pandemic, our daughter Erin and her son Jack shared an intimate ‘video marriage’ right here in the cabin. It was the heart of their love story, leading eventually to their formal walk down the aisle at our adjacent Big-Sister property, IdyllLodge.
World-Class Guest Spoiling
We are a family-run business, and we take “guest spoiling” seriously. Our daughters, Erin and Sidney, are in charge of making sure your stay is perfect. From the moment you book until the time you check out, you’ll likely interact with them as they work behind the scenes to ensure Idyllcottage is ready for your arrival.Our goal is to ensure that every guest who stays at our Idyllwild cabin with a hot tub and fireplace feels like family.
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What Our Guests Are Saying
We had a wonderful stay at this charming rustic cabin. It seamlessly combines cozy comfort with every amenity you could possibly need, and the furnishings were wonderfully comfortable throughout. The hot tub was amazing and very clean.
Idllycottage is a cozy and comfortable cabin in a great, walkable location. Kelly is a responsive host who provides thoughtful amenities.
We had an AMAZING stay! Perfect mountain town get away. Cabin is “rustic” in all the right ways. Close to town, hiking, all the activities. Kelly was a great host. Communicative and helpful. Great recommendations for things to do. My five year especially loved the creek right behind the cabin. We went everyday and checked on “our” fish friends in the little pool that was fed by a little waterfall. Hot tub under the stars every night. Couldn’t have asked for more and will be back. Five stars.
Great location and really cute cozy cabin. Across the street from one of the best restaurants in town (Cafe Aroma) and easily walkable to town. The fenced in porch and hot tub were great for relaxing after walking all day in town.
Enjoyed our return stay at the quaint cabin. Had a relaxing holiday week with our dogs! Loved spending time on the beautiful patio, walking to town and enjoying the great restaurants. The parade was fun too! Thank you for your hospitality!
The cabin is cute and extremely clean. We really enjoyed the hot tub and fireplace. Thank you for making a peaceful getaway place for guests. We loved it.
We absolutely loved this little, historic cabin and wanted to stay longer!
I am a chef, and really appreciated the well-appointed kitchen! Everything I needed to make a few yummy meals.
The cabin is right across the street from Aroma Cafe, which is a favorite of mine!
We brought our dog with us and she absolutely loved exploring in the woods and trekking down to the creek and even waded in the creek.
We loved the outdoor spaces to hang out in the hot tub and happy hour on the deck surrounded by nature!
Can’t recommend this cabin enough! Can’t wait to check out another one of their properties in Idyllwild!
Thanks for a great stay!!!!
Enjoyed another stay in the cozy cabin. Walked to town, enjoyed the restaurants and hiking. Thank you.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this historic, rustic gem. Had everything we needed and the hosts thought of everything, especially in the kitchen which was very well appointed. Close to everything we enjoy walking to, including across the street from Cafe Aroma. We parked our truck in the ample space and didn’t touch it all weekend. Easy access to the Strawberry Creek Trail which was beautiful and peaceful. We highly recommend this property.
Cozy cabin in a great location--up the hill from the center of town and right next to the Strawberry Creek trail. Very well-appointed kitchen and comfy beds. The patio is a nice addition, great for sitting outside and for use with the spa. There is some foot traffic on the driveway as folks make their way to the Creek, but it wasn't too distracting.
It was magical, cozy, and truly felt like home for the weekend. From the moment we arrived, we could finally exhale. It was our first time staying in Idyllwild (aside from two AstroCamp field trips I’ve done with my students), and it couldn’t have been a better introduction.
We loved relaxing in the hot tub under the trees, exploring a nearby creekside trail, and even walking into town for breakfast one morning. The coffee shop was a favorite, and we also had a delicious meal at a Mexican restaurant minutes away. On our way out, we squeezed in a pottery class and made two pots each—now we’re excited to get them back once they’re kiln-fired and shipped.
It was a bit pricey for a teacher’s salary, but honestly, all options on Airbnb are, and it was worth it. We’d come back in a heartbeat!
Gorgeous home, beautiful setting, very convenient location, and responsive hosts!
Had a wonderful stay.
Nice little cottage in a beautiful area, across the street from a nice restaurant
Great, thank you for letting us stay in your home!
Second time staying here and loved it! Gorgeous space and in great distance from the town for a light walk. The cabin had everything we could’ve thought we needed, and more. Will definitely be back again 🙂
I was very happy with my stay. It was easy to find and very peaceful. It’s definitely a cabin I’d be happy to go back to.
Great stay and will be back
What a cozy cabin! It was exactly what I needed- a peaceful, comfy and relaxing get away. When my fiancé and I arrived in the rain close to sundown on a cold day, the fireplace was going, and a few lights were on- such a considerate and warm welcome. We loved using the hot tub, walking to dinner and exploring the town. Great option for a cute and cozy vacation in the mountains. There was a lot of sleeping room- we will be back with our family for another stay soon! Thank you for being amazing hosts, already dreaming of our next visit!
A lovely historic cabin, very comfortably appointed and an easy walk into town.
Absolutely loved our stay! It looked exactly like the pictures and we had the best time. We would definitely stay here again and look forward to our next trip to Idyllwild! Thank you Kelly
Great cabin feel with all the amenities you’d need, walkable into town and right across the street from the best restaurant around, cafe Aroma, get the duck and you’ll thank me later. Great town great food great get away.
Awesome place, really close walking distance to town. We'll definitely come back!
Was a truly incredible experience and an amazing experience. Definitely will be looking to stay here again if we chose to travel to Idyllwild again!
had such a great wonderful time visiting the adorable city and all the amenities at the cabin. thank you!!!
The house fully matches the description and photos. It’s not new, but that’s part of its charm — it carries a special spirit of time, especially with the height marks on the wall dating back to 1949, which were truly impressive. Perfectly located in a quiet area next to a small creek, where you can take relaxing walks with your dog and family and even spot deer. There are plenty of restaurants nearby — we especially loved Aroma, a great place for dinner, but make sure to book in advance during holidays. We fully recommend this place for a peaceful getaway!
Beautiful space, a gorgeous little creekside trail takes you right into town no more than half a mile! Close to hiking trails shops and restaurants. Hot tub was such a nice way to cap off the day! Kelly and team were so nice friendly responsive helpful, i’ll deff be coming back!! Thanks for the best stay!! ❤️
Fantastic cabin & great hosts! All the amenities you could want, a quick walk to town, delicious restaurant across the street, and beautiful lighting. The hosts were very responsive and helpful for all of our questions. We had a great time hiking, relaxing in the spa, cooking and just enjoying the home – didn’t even really want to leave the cottage. Hoping to be back soon 🙂
The leather couch is amazing! Thank you for being great hosts
Perfect location a 10 minute walk from the town, such a cute cabin
Great little cabin, close to the action. Just a 15 min or so walk to the downtown area and all the wonderful shops and restaurants.
Super cute and cozy spot that's easy to get to, and walkable to plenty of shops and restaurants. Hot tub is fab. It is right off the road so not the most private, but still a quiet neighborhood.
We loved staying in this cottage with our pup! The proximity to town is amazing and being able to hear the live music from Aroma cafe was a nice little touch at night. The hosts were so easy to communicate with and so so kind. We would definitely return to this location. Thank you for having us!
I cannot say enough positive things about this wonderful cabin and our experience there. it was very cozy and home. The warm wooden interior and overall layout was wonderful and inviting. The beds and bedding were soft and luxurious. My daughter enjoyed curling up in the little living room nook to read at nighttime. The loft was so much fun and just a magical place to meditate and do yoga when the family was out for a walk. The jacuzzi was relaxing in the evening while we enjoyed the night sky and stars.
We will definitely be back. This was one of the best experiences we have had with Airbnb, thanks to the host and the world they have created.
Sincere thank you from all of us!
♡ The Myers Family
Enjoyed a great holiday weekend in the charming cabin. Great location and comfortable cabin and patio for the three of us and our dogs. Easy walk to town and close to hiking. Thank you for your hospitality!
Great cabin in a perfect location! Close to town but still felt peaceful and private. The hot tub was a highlight, and the space felt very comfortable and homey. The hosts were friendly and responsive throughout our stay.
The perfect cabin for a weekend getaway! Very cozy and charming, had everything we needed and was close enough to town to walk. The hot tub after a long hike was the cherry on top! Kelly and her co-host were also great, very friendly and responsive.
Will definitely be recommending this cabin to others and will stay again!
The minute we walked in, we loved it. It was exactly what we were looking for, a darling cabin in the woods, but still close to everything. Rustic and charming and private but so easy to get in and out. No winding steep driveway or anything like that. Just pull off the road and you’re in another world. We made good use of the hot tub as well walking into town and hiking. We will want to come back.
Absolutely great time, the creek was great and the house was so cozy and quaint. Thanks for having us!
We loved our stay at Idyllcottage. Peaceful, walkable, woodsy, cozy, everything you needed for a wonderful getaway.
We had an amazing stay in Idyllwild! The cabin was cozy and peaceful. It was the perfect place to relax, unplug, and enjoy nature. The host was incredibly friendly and responsive, making everything super easy from check-in to check-out. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a tranquil mountain getaway. We’ll definitely be back!
This place was very well located near the little downtown area, so it was great to walk to get coffee or dinner, etc. The hot tub was awesome and the bed was super comfy. All in all, it was a very cozy comfy cabin.
What a perfect home for a weekend in Idyllwild… walkable to town…the stream is just a few feet away from the back door
And the home is quite cozy too
We had a lovely stay. The cabin was cozy and beautifully decorated. Less than a 15 minute walk to town. We will be back.
Bonus having a washer and dryer.
We had a lovely experience in this rustic cabin. Enjoyed the hot tub after long hiking excursions. Really appreciated the supplied forest passes. I enjoyed the path to the creekside each morning with my dog. Everything we needed to cook and store meals easily was available in the kitchen. The cabin was a quiet get away, but close enough to walk to town.
Loved this place! The perfect getaway, comfy beds, great kitchen and living space. Love the hot tub too !
We had a great time the jacuzzi was a plus
This cabin is PERFECT! Within walking distance to town. Peaceful and quiet!
we had an amazing time at this cabin. It was clean and cozy and the perfect distance from town to be really close but not in the middle. Great food close by as well. Everything was as described, we really enjoyed our stay.
Fantastic cabin, everything we wanted for a quiet little getaway! Highly recommend!
Getting Around in Idyllwild
Explore
- San Jacinto Mountains – 1 min walk
- Mount San Jacinto Park – 11 min walk
- Idyllwild Nature Center – 3 min drive
Restaurants
- Mountain Center Cafe – 8 min drive
- Pure Bean IDY – 12 min walk
- Idyllwild Brewpub – 13 min walk
Travel
- PSP – 74 min drive
- Amtrak – 55 min drive