#10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace
Cabin #10 is a stylishly furnished and modestly spacious. It is one of our premium stand-alone cabins which, like all our other cabins, has been completely remodeled. It is nestled on a hillside closer to the forest which offers more privacy, but also beautiful partial views of the valley below through the majestic oak and cedar trees. There's loads of filtered sunlight to set the mood. To make your stay even more memorable, we offer a wood-burning fireplace, a full kitchen, large flat screen TV, and a cozy reading nook. Along with a huge balcony, we have patio furniture for convenient lounging opportunities to get your communing with nature on!
Additionally, this is one of 11 cabins at San Diego Mountain Lodge located at Hideout Mountain- a boutique retreat destination on 40 acres of unspoiled wilderness with an unbelievably cool, one-of-a-kind historic bar and grill called Josie’s Hideout Saloon. Open Friday-Sunday till 5, with live music every weekend, weather permitting. Ask about renting out Josie's Hideout Saloon for your next epic event, wedding, reunion, corporate retreat/training or biker get together! No gathering too small! Your live music stage awaits! Don't think that our backcountry locals are the only wildlife around here! This place is full of wild animals like deer, fox, raccoons, bats, ground squirrels and chipmunks. Once night falls, keep your ear's peeled for our local pack of coyotes while you star gaze under some of the darkest skies in San Diego County! We're also very proud to be a birder's paradise with more woodland birds here than you can shake a stick at! How about a chance to see(and hear!) turkeys, owls, scrub jays, cardinals, wood peckers, hawks, vultures and even the Western Tanager to name a few! Stroll the grounds and let us know what you discover!
We love to encourage our guests to unplug and unwind, but in case you want to Netflix and chill, we have all the modern comforts of home covered here too. The fully stocked kitchen has all the essentials to cook a delicious home-cooked meal (once you go to the market first!) and a Keurig coffee machine for that morning cup o' joe. There is a shared outdoor fire pit to enjoy the incredible surrounding landscape, and offers the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of activities with friends and loved ones. Park it right there! Private parking spaces will accommodate any two large vehicles. Hideout Mountain really is your go-to for the ultimate get away destination for a retreat, festival, reunion or just a romantic weekend with a loved one. Invite your friends and make it more the merrier! We are just 18 minutes from Julian and down the road from the Santa Ysabel Business District. We are also uniquely situated as a hub for popular biking, hiking, boating, fishing and motorcycle riding. Our spacious property is the perfect place to BBQ, entertain, play outdoor games or just relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of Lake Henshaw, Palomar Mountain & the spectacular valley below! We are only minutes East from Lake Henshaw Resort which offers fishing, rental boats, camping, a general store for groceries open till 4pm Mon./Wed., closed Tues. and from 7am-7pm Thurs.-Sun. They also have a popular pizzeria restaurant/cafe which is closed Monday/Tuesday., but open till 8pm the rest of the week. Call ahead just to be sure
More importantly, we not only have Josie's Hideout Saloon & Grill with it's outdoor live music pavilion, there's also San Diego Mountain Lodge! Again, we are dotted with 11 cabins, 2 retro campers and the historic Adobe Lake View Retreat House. In total, we have over 26 beds that could potentially accommodate over 21 couples and up to 5 singles for a total of nearly 50 people with a few couch crashers! With our expanding campground and RV spaces, even more people could join in on a unique event here just waiting to be organized! Hit us up with any questions. We want to help make your Hideout dreams come true! ► 2 minutes to Lake Henshaw ► 10 minutes to Santa Ysabel ► 18 minutes to Downtown Julian ► 20 minutes to Vulcan Mountain Winery ► 12 minutes to Jeremy's on the Hill ► 30 minutes to Lake Cuyamaca ► 30 minutes to Granite Mountain Trailhead ► 41 minutes to Borrego Springs ► 75 minutes to downtown San Diego
You will have access to the entire cabin, and you are encouraged to walk around the property and explore.
The top attractions to visit in Santa Ysabel are:
Santa Ysabel Mission Santa Ysabel Art Gallery Himalaya Mine Lake Henshaw Resort Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures Julian Pie Company Farmhouse 78 Dudley's Bakery
CAUTION! This is rattlesnake country! Please be extra careful with children & pets while roaming the property unattended. There is also poison oak located on the property, we do our best to clear it out, but please keep your eyes open for any we might have missed.
Help us conserve water while staying with us! Use only what you need! Conservation is the key!
Please also find the recycle bin at the exit of both San Diego Mountain Lodge and Josie's Hideout Saloon. We believe in "Leave No Trace" outdoor ethics. Let's pack out anything we pack in! Please take all your trash with you to the dumpster conveniently located on the right just before the exit. Thank you in advance for helping keep Hideout Mountain as beautiful as it is WILD!
Remember don't miss Josie's Hideout Saloon is only open Fri.-Sun. till 5/6 depending on the season. Cabin 10 fire pit is shared with Cabin 11. Community Fire Pit by Josie's Backyard is open to everyone! **We do allow one pet. The Pet fee is $35. Unfortunately, only humans are allowed on the furniture and beds. Please message us in advanced if you plan to bring your pet. We kindly ask that you pick up after your pet while staying with us...and beyond ;o) Thanks to Elon, we have Starlink Wi-Fi hotspots throughout the property. As always we encourage guests to disconnect and invite them to explore Hideout Mountain and our surrounding area like they never have before! Get Lost Here & Find Yourself in Nature Again!
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Pauma Valley
Pauma Valley is home to this cabin. Warner-Carrillo Ranch House and Santa Ysabel Mission are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve and Palomar Mountain State Park.
Anza Borrego Desert State Park - 32 min drive - 44.9 km
Harrah's Resort Southern California - 33 min drive - 35.2 km
Valley View Casino - 43 min drive - 43.4 km
Pechanga Resort & Casino - 58 min drive - 64.1 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Hideout Saloon
Lake Henshaw Cafe - 3 min drive
Mataguay Parker Dining Hall - 19 min drive
Santa Ysabel Roadside - 5 min drive
The Jerky Hut - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace on 14 June 2026 start from AU$150, including 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 at #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is #10. Fox's Hillside Hideaway - with Firepit & Fireplace located?
Situated in Pauma Valley, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Henshaw and within 9 miles (15 km) of Warner-Carrillo Ranch House and Santa Ysabel Mission. Sengme Oaks Water Park and Warner Springs Community Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Secluded, relatively quiet, and "woodsy" property. The cabin was charming. Town of Julian is a short drive away. Very easy and convenient check-in/check-out process.
It was everything it was advertised to be. Cozy, clean and quiet. Everything you needed was there for you. We went to celebrate New year's. We will go back for a summer and a Fall trip for sure. This place is great.
We had a great time at the property. Nice and relaxing. Clean. We did notice the hard water which made showering kind of gross but that still doesn’t change the fact that we will return!
Perfect accommodations for just the two of us and our dog. Very nice two hour hike only a few miles away and less than 20 minutes into Julian! Wonderful view of lake Henshaw, and tremendous responsiveness from staff when ever minor needs arose. Hospitality was terrific as they are on site. Staff check in periodically. Highly recommend!
Booked the unit last minute due to my previous plans falling through. The host was very responsive and gave clear directions (I
would have gotten lost finding place if not for Alan's directions) and check in and out procedures. The cabin was very cute and clean. It was fully stocked with everything I needed. It was the perfect place for a quiet, peaceful getaway. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Very clean. Air cooling was wonderful when needed. Opened couple of windows during day for a lovely breeze. Lots of shade and private. Just enough supplies.
Cabin was incredibly clean and well stocked for two. The AC worked great. Glad it did because most windows were screen less. Weird?
Either way, loved the place and will return.
Thanks to host Alan for all his help.
Sincerely,
Sig L
Sigfredo L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ronana H.
19 Apr 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for 14 days there was no wifi available.
Good. Lovely quiet location. Relaxing atmosphere.
Ronana H.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2023
Internet connection used to have a lot of issues up in the mountain, but now we changed to Starlink and it works really good! Hope to have you back soon to get another chance! We only want to give guests the best experience and don't want less than a 5 star review.