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The Most Amazing Views in Idyllwild! - Sleeps 16

The Most Amazing Views in Idyllwild! - Sleeps 16

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Exterior
View from Great Room
View from Dining Area
Great Room
Kitchen

Overview of The Most Amazing Views in Idyllwild! - Sleeps 16

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Idyllwild, CA
  • Popular LocationSan Jacinto Mountains1 min walk
  • Popular LocationIdyllwild Nature Center2 min drive
  • Popular LocationIdyllwild Park5 min drive
  • AirportBermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

The Most Amazing Views in Idyllwild! - Sleeps 16

Dwelling at Ponderosa is a spectacular 4000 square foot vacation home located in beautiful Idyllwild, Ca. The house is perfect for weekend getaways, retreats or family reunions. Sleeps up to 16 with the most amazing views imaginable!!

The owner is an architect and the home was meticulously designed with keen attention to both aesthetics and function. This home provides a visual experience and natural setting that has absolutely amazed past guests.

The kitchen is fully equipped with all necessary bowls, pans, griddles and cookware and dining service for 16. Additionally, there are two dishwashers...nice!!

The upper level has a Great Room which includes a dining area that has a table that seats 14-16. There is also a separate library with an ever growing stock of books. (This room also makes a great place for the kid's to play, yet still stay in site. The room has a glass door to view the ruckus yet keep the quiet). Also, the library has a game table and a case of board games and puzzles. But please note, what the house is not stocked with any media nor does it have WIFI. Our desire for this home was to create an environment where people can experience close community and interaction with each other and nature; thus, there is no television, computer, cable, internet, etc. (Cell phone reception is excellent, however).

There is an eight foot glass barn door that opens to the outdoor patio which has a direct view of Lily Rock and creates a lovely indoor/outdoor feel.

The bedroom level is uniquely laid out, where each bedroom has its own sink. In addition to the two suites that have their own bath, there are two showers and and three toilets, all of which are in their own separate rooms. Nobody ever hogs the bathroom in this home!!

Please note that the house is set up on the hill, which provides amazing views and privacy. However, there are 40 steps from the driveway to the house and the site is steep in some areas.



Keywords: Cabin, Mountain Retreat, Mountain Home, Mountain Getaway, Retreat Center, Family Reunions

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace
Exterior of home. Home has very dramatic design. - Exterior of home. Home has very dramatic design.
The Pinnacle: Luxury Home w/ Stunning Views, Spa & Ping-Pong Table, sleeps 16
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
9.4 out of 10, (47 reviews)
The Pinnacle: Luxury Home w/ Stunning Views, Spa & Ping-Pong Table, sleeps 16

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Six Cars maximum No outdoor fires

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Property Registration Number RVC-0196, 71-194

About the area

Idyllwild

This vacation home is located in Idyllwild. While the natural beauty of Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Traveling with kids? Consider Idyllwild Nature Center and World's Biggest Dinosaurs-Cabazon Dinosaurs. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing, mountain biking, and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Idyllwild, CA

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 2 min drive
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 3 min drive
  • Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 53 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mountain Center Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Idyllwild Brewpub - 5 min drive
  • Higher Grounds Coffee - 4 min drive
  • Idyllwild Pizza Co. - 4 min drive
  • Gastrognome - 4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Viswanath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-together
We needed a clean and comfortable place for a family get-together over the weekend, and found this place. The place was just right for the size and the needs of our family, a clean, well-stocked accommodation with the right amenities in terms of the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, a large sized room to interact, have fun connecting with each other - together and in smaller groups by age and enjoy games across generations. The place is a nice getaway from everywhere in SoCal , tucked away in the idyllic Idyllwild -Pinecove area in the San Bernardino National Forest. The 1+ hour drive from Temecula to here was well-worth, given the scenic vistas on the way, and at the venue. Tony, the owner shared clear instructions and floor plans well in advance that made the check-in, stay and check-out process very easy. He was very responsive throughout the process. The house was designed for large family/friend gatherings with a view to reduce distractions from modern technologies such as TV and internet, and encourage close and fun-filled in-person interactions. The highlight of the house is the great room on the third floor with amazing scenic views of the mountains, if you can muster the stamina to climb the 40+ stairs to get there! 😊 In summary, if you're looking for a quiet retreat with a group of near and dear ones, this is a perfect place for you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Group Retreat
Great home for a group retreat--our group has stayed here multiple times and we appreciate the host being willing to work with us. Be sure to bring your own soap and supplies (per instructions from the host).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great every time we go
This is maybe our 4th time here? We love this house, and for a large party there's literally no where else like it. The huge great room and the long dining table really makes it for us
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Stay
We loved the view of this cabin. It’s big and comfortable. We loved how quiet the neighborhood is. We wished it had extra blankets for every bed. We did need a 4 wheel drive vehicle since road was icy during our stay! Overall, we enjoyed our stay and spending time with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a group
Wonderful place to stay for multiple people
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Your host

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I am an architect and with the help of my wife, designed our dream vacation home. We spent a great deal of time on the aesthetics and details of both the interior and exterior of the home. Our intent was to create a true getaway environment that is quiet and away from the business of everyday life. The look we created is modern, yet rustically elegant.

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because Idyllwild is less than 2 hours from Los Angeles and Orange County. In addition to having a beautiful natural setting, it is a lovely town with lots of fun places to shop and dine.

What makes this property unique

This home is unique insofar that it has been specifically designed to feel intimate like a home yet provide all of the necessities to comfortably sleep large groups. The site is quite steep in some areas which creates fun play and hiking areas. However, there are enough level areas for outdoor relaxing. Additionally, during snow season there is a great sledding hill. Directly outside the Great Room is a small meadow and deer often come to visit and say hello!
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