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Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest

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Beach
Terrace/patio
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Pine Valley, CA
  • Pine Valley Library
    3 min drive
  • El Rancho Granda Restaurant
    16 min walk
  • El Cajon Transit Center Station
    33 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    35 min drive

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About the area

Pine Valley

Located in Pine Valley, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Pine Valley Library and Pine Valley County Park. .This cabin is 23.8 mi (38.3 km) from Sycuan Casino and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

What's nearby

  • Pine Valley County Park - 3 min drive
  • Cleveland National Forest - 13 min drive
  • Viejas Casino - 15 min drive
  • Laguna Mountain Recreation Area - 18 min drive
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Junction Restaurant and Catering - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Veronica's Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Frosty Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pine Valley House Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Calvins' Sportsbar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest

Come enjoy the serenity of the country at "The Cabin". This charming log cabin is nestled among native Pine and Oak trees and is located at the foot of the Laguna Mountains, surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest and United States Forest Service (USFS) land. The location of this home provides the solitude you'd hope for in a forest cabin with good proximity to the little country town of Pine Valley which has a beautiful county park with 2 newly refurbished playgrounds, a baseball field, basketball court and tennis court. The town also offers a library, market, antique store and a few restaurants. If you would like to see more antiques all you need to do is travel over to the nearby town of Descanso to the popular Descanso Mercantile and Ivy Gate Cottage. There is plenty of unspoiled wilderness in nearby Noble Canyon with access to an abundance of trails which are popular for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking, varying from an easy stroll to day long adventures for even the most avid thrill seeker.

There is something close by for everyone in Pine Valley. If you like to fish, then bring your fishing pole as Lake Morena and Lake Cuyamaca are just a short drive away. Or take an even shorter drive up to the Laguna Mountains which will put you at an elevation of 6,000 feet. In the winter this is a great place for sledding. Should you desire to venture a little further, you may like to explore the quaint old gold mining town of Julian with its many shops, restaurants and famous apple pie! The nice thing about San Diego County is one day you can have an excursion in the mountains and the next day you can be at the beach. The very beautiful La Jolla Shores and the world famous Sea World are less than an hour away. Oh and don't forget the San Diego Zoo or Safari Park, which are all adventures close enough to do in a day's time.

Should you prefer to just relax at home you can do so under an umbrella of oak trees with only the sound of native birds and the breeze rustling through the trees on the large deck with outdoor firepit. This cozy rustic cabin sits on a 1/2 acre with a beautifully landscaped setting surrounded by 3 undeveloped properties and is one of the more private locations in Pine Valley. Spring and Summer offer sunny days with cool nights. In the winter months, there is always the chance of snow and the enjoyment of hot chocolate by the fireplace. This cabin is located on a quiet, dirt road with very limited traffic and interruptions - a true escape from the daily grind! Wildlife such as raccoons, deer and turkeys call this beautiful valley home, a birdwatchers dream for sure.

This multi-level cabin rental can accomodate up to six guests and has 3 bedrooms. Downstairs is one bedroom with a queen bed and flat screen TV. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms, one has a double bed while the other has a futon with a memory foam mattress topper for extra comfort. There is one full bathroom downstairs and a half bath upstairs. Linens, towels and extra blankets are all provided. Each room is also provided with its own electric heater. The fully equipped kitchen has a refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, toaster and all necessary tableware and cookware. If you choose to barbecue, you can step onto the large back deck and use the charcoal and grill that are provided. There is a beautiful sunroom located off the back of the house with large windows looking out into the lush backyard. Other amenities include a washer and dryer, 2 flatscreen TV's with cable TV, wifi internet service as well as clear cell phone reception. Step back in time with the 2 heat sources of this home, a fireplace and wood stove (all wood provided). On extra cold nights the wood stove will warm the entire house.

A book will be provided at the house showing the many things to do in the area as well as instructions and tips for easily starting your own fire in case you are not one that has not had much experience in doing this before.

Escape to "The Cabin" and enjoy time with your family or friends and be as active or relaxed as you please. Play catch with the kids on the lawn or sip a cold drink on the deck, all surrounded by the sights and sounds of the countryside. Board games, outdoor games, and boogie boards are some of the extra things provided for your enjoyment.

Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. The cabin has a memory foam bed. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Cable programming and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Michele Boerman

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

Charming log Cabin Surrounded Hills Cleveland National Forest
Charming log Surrounded Hills Cleveland National Forest
Charming log Cabin Surrounded Hills Cleveland National Forest
Charming log Cabin Surrounded Hills Cleveland National Forest
Charming log Surrounded Hills Cleveland National Forest

Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family retreat
We wanted to meet up with our sons for Thanksgiving. We all cooked, played games, went for a hike, and watched a movie. It was a memorable weekend and the perfect place to be! weekendholidayholidayweekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rich A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cabin
Very nice little cabin. Clean and charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

von v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iliana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Cabin
Great cabin in a woodsy, central part of Pine Valley. Feels like you’re in a private, remote area but everything you need is nearby. We went fishing to Lake Cuyamaca and to Julian the next day. Both an easy drive from the cabin. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M., Pensacola, Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The house was so cozy and clean..and had all the amenities we needed. I was amazed that the appliances were from and era where they actually worked well! The host was awesome..very concerned about our comfort during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V., Beaufort

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming remote cottage
Cozy and comfortable cottage in rural Pine Valley. Well furnished and tucked away on the edge of town. The access road is very rough and dusty. Overall our stay was very good. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D., Southern California

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin!
What a wonderful place to stay! With family living in Pine Valley, this is a great rental to be able to use when we have visitors come to town. The cabin is very well equipped and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHIKO L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a nice getaway!
We stayed here for a multigenerational family long weekend retreat. It was lovely! Clean, very well appointed, easy parking, nice backyard. The kids enjoyed plenty of outdoor and indoor time together. Adults loved the convenience of nice kitchen and bedrooms. This property is a bargain!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas
Very cozy and was perfect for Christmas
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pine Valley
This log cabin was beautiful and I’d stay here again. It was so peaceful. I walked down the road and went for a short hike into the mountains and saw a lot of wild flowers. The upstairs bedroom on the right and the ground level bedroom need the ceiling fans repaired. There are no separate chains for the fans and it gets warm in there during the day. Either the door locks or the keys should be replaced, they’re a little difficult. Other than those two things, everything was perfect. Much thanks to Michele and Flip for sharing your cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Peace
I was anticipating this out-of-town trip for some time. It had been over 3 years (pre-COVID) since I was able to take a break from normal family life and enjoy nature without kids in tow 😊. I was not disappointed in the least with my stay in The Cabin. It’s in a rustic setting which is what I was needing. The setting is very private. The wood burning stove is nostalgic and wonderful. The downstairs bed was very comfortable. The deck area was perfect for hanging out and listening to the bountiful sounds of nature. And there were many hiking trails close-by. I’d recommend the Kitchen Table trail (easy 4 mile out and back with a small waterfall at the turning point). I anticipate requesting to stay again in the future—a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, cozy mountain home!
We had such a great time here! The house was immaculate and the owners had thoughtfully provided oodles of conveniences… from toiletries to paper towels, firewood and starter! The backyard is stunning - we felt as though we had the entire oak forest to ourselves! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghann A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, relaxing getaway from the city
Loved staying at this remote little piece of Heaven. Back porch is an amazingly easy way to take in all of God’s flying creatures, within the comfort and warmth of the cabin. Property management, was on call for any of my needs. Cabin was really cozy and rustic, but with so many cute and personal touches to it, I almost had myself convinced it was “ours” and we were out there for a long weekend, just as we would every week. Such a nice respite from the craziness of city life. Thank you for sharing it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little getaway
Quite, secluded cabin with a romantic fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha & Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Pine Valley Cabin
A beautifully-renovated cozy cabin! Lovely inside, lovely surroundings outside. Wildlife was present. The setting was serene and quiet. Marvelous hiking trails nearby, and the dark sky. Temperatures were chilly, which gave us a great excuse to use the large fireplace (they provided the wood and kindling!) We'll be there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Haven
Had everything we need. Great getaway from the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay for USMC graduation
From beginning to end this was a wonderful experience. We had no issues with anything. Myself, my husband and our daughter stayed here to attend our sons USMC graduation in San Diego. We do not enjoy cities or crowds so this was close enough to attend celebrations and still be in a beautiful and peaceful setting. The house is extremely charming,, quiet, clean and easy to commute to SamDiego. We would stay again if we ever return to CA. Thank you! Becky and Jason
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Retreat!!
It’s a wonderful cabin . The manager is wonderful . The cabin has everything you need .It’s like being at home . Loved seeing the birds, too bad it was a very hot weekend. The blackout was terrible.. Our family plans on renting this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calm, clean and beautiful
I was absolutely shocked and amazed by how beautiful the property was. The amount of love and care that the owner put into their home was evident in every inch. They thought ahead of everything you could possibly need or want and had it covered. It was immaculately clean and welcoming and inviting. We will definitely be booking another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful respite
A comfy cabin in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by trees. Bird watching from the sun room was a real treat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shiloh R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet cabin close to San Diego
Very clean, well run cabin with quiet nights, easy freeway access, 45 minutes to San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, lovely mountain corner
The Cabin was a great place for us to stay to attend a wedding in the area. We had ample room to sleep, in our off time the yard was a great place to hang out. Will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wilkie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property as represented. The cabin is homey and charming, and the property atmosphere is quite and secluded, but a close drive to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy 3-bedroom Cabin
This home is well kept and well furnished with a responsive property manager. It’s a bit hard to find and the road is not paved, but worth the effort for a nice rural vacation stay. Lots of birds, good WiFi, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy cabin on large lot filled with trees and birds, a terrific escape from the city--also cool, at about 4,000 feet. Plenty of porches and chairs to sit outside and listen to the wind; numerous trailheads nearby, also lakes and parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022