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Family Friendly Vacation

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Map
Julian, CA
  • Popular LocationJulian Town Hall5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJulian Historical Society5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWilliam Heise County Park16 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)79 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Family Friendly Vacation

You belong among the wildflowers. Fresh style, relaxing mountain views, and beautiful custom details. Perfect home for families. We set it up with all the things we would want when we visit: a well-stocked kitchen, strong Wi-Fi so you can watch movies or work, well-thought-out spaces for kids and adults. We are at the end of the street, overlooking undeveloped mountain space. Enjoy the stained-glass windows (and Tom Petty inspired) Wildflower Cabin. Because "you belong somewhere you feel free.”

You will enter the cabin into our beautiful living room, with high, knotty-pine ceilings and a cozy wood stove. The views of the undeveloped mountains around the home are inspiring and relaxing. Settle in to watch a movie on our large television. The kitchen is well-equipped, with excellent pantry space and new appliances. There's a monitor and laptop dock workstation where you can set yourself up for work from the luxury of the mountain.

The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed with comfortable, refreshing furnishings, and a full bathroom next door.

Up the renovated staircase, you will find the reading nook on the landing, with a library full of games and books. The spacious primary bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, as well as a cozy chair to enjoy some reading. A vanity and sink connect this bedroom and the upstairs bathroom.

The upstairs "bunk room" houses two twin bunk beds, plus a trundle (for a total of five twin beds). It is decorated for imaginative play, with a custom wildflower mural that our kids helped create. A folding twin mattress located in the closet can also be added to this room or be used elsewhere in the house as a sixth child's bed. We also provide guests with a pack-and-play, stored in the closet, and plenty of sheets and blankets for everyone.

The two upstairs bedrooms share a full bathroom.

This house would be perfect for two families traveling together with kids, or for three generations on a trip together. This home sleeps 4 adults. The remaining sleeping spots are children's beds.

The couple that originally built this house created the beautiful stained-glass windows. The mountain flowers, built into the house, inspired us to name the cabin after Tom Petty's "Wildflowers" album. We think you DO belong among the wildflowers. And, in honor of our love of music, we put one of our family pianos and a guitar in the living room. We encourage guests to use them, and we hope that you enjoy.

Both of our decks face the mountains, with nearly total privacy. We provide a propane grill and outdoor table so you can cook and dine al fresco. The outdoor rocking chairs are perfect for savoring your morning coffee or sipping a glass wine and gazing at the stars.

Our family loves spending time in Julian--there are lots of fun adventures nearby, from hiking to wine tasting to visiting the shops in town. And, even better, we love being able to hang out in this relaxing cabin, enjoying a retreat from everyday life. Since it's at the end of the street, and the windows face across to the undeveloped mountains to the west, it's an especially beautiful getaway.

This home is located about 2 miles south of Main Street, Julian and about 5 miles north of Lake Cuyamaca.

Keywords: cabin, family, retreat, rustic, elegant, cozy, views, relax, kids, music, piano

Guests are welcome to park in the driveway or in the garage.

We are completely available to guests during their stay. However, we do not interrupt guests unless necessary.

Unfortunately, there is no public transportation around Julian. You will need a vehicle to get around.

We also own and rent a two-bedroom house across the street, The Littlehale house a "Stunning Custom Retreat in the Trees." We built that house on property that had belonged to our grandparents; their original home was lost in the Cedar Fire in 2003, and we rebuilt a new house for our family to continue to enjoy. Now, as our family has grown, we are grateful to have been able to add this cabin, which was lovingly built by friends of our grandparents. When we're able, we use the two houses together so there's space for everyone; you could, too.

Property manager

Barbara Schor
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, while Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider California Wolf Center and Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Julian, CA

What's nearby

  • Julian Town Hall - 5 min drive
  • Julian Historical Society - 5 min drive
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 5 min drive
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 11 min drive
  • William Heise County Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lake Cuyamaca - 11 min drive
  • Julian Brewing Company - 5 min drive
  • Julian Pie Company - 5 min drive
  • Julian Station - 10 min drive
  • Julian Cafe - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Vacation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Vacation?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Vacation located?

This family-friendly Julian cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Julian Town Hall, Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum. Eagle and High Peak Mines is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home with beautiful views
The beds were comfortable. We loved the coziness and warmth of the fireplace. The stained glass windows are so pretty and the views are gorgeous. The cleaning crew could do a better job. There was a pull-out cutting board that hadn’t been cleaned prior to our arrival and water was pooled at the bottom of the fridge with pieces of food floating in it. We stayed for one week and there was only 1 roll of paper towels provided, 1 additional roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and no extra trash bags. A couple extra of each item would have been appreciated. The owners left a handmade “Julian” kitchen towel as a gift for us which was a nice touch. We enjoyed our stay here and were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyska G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Gem of Julian
This was our second time staying at this property, and once again, it did not disappoint. The home and furnishings are beautiful. We love the secluded and peaceful location, yet an easy drive from town and surrounding activities. The owners are easy to get ahold of with any concerns or questions. They respond in a timely manner and are quick to address any issues. The only cleaning requirement is to wash and put dishes away, so checkout is pretty easy compared to some other rentals we've stayed at. It's the perfect home for our group, and we definitely look forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wenda and Dana S., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julian getaway
This is a comfortable home set in a canyon close enough to town for convenience but with views of wooded hillsides on the decks. We enjoyed listening to the owls hoot at night and watching the birds and bunnies during the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This is a lovely cabin. It was perfect for a family/friends vacation. It was clean, and had some fun games for the kids. We loved having the piano and a place for music. Samantha from Julian Homes & Happenings was fantastic and helped us right away with any issues we had. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
We had a wonderful stay at this wildflower retreat! The property was clean and had everything we needed plus some fun things for the kids. My kids loved their bunk bed room and playing on the piano! The property management company was exceptional! Communication was great - timely, honest, and detailed. We had to postpone a couple times due to snow storms and they communicated with us throughout the process and were understanding with our needs as well. The property is also really close to town which was nice. I'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Schor

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We are an extended family with a deep attachment to Julian. We are three couples (now in San Diego and Los Angeles) who are raising our kids with a love of this place.

Why they chose this property

Our grandparents built a home here in the 1970's, and that gave us a deep love of this place. This house is across the street from their original home, and was built by friends of theirs. Now that our families have grown, we are thrilled to be able to use this property along with our other family house. We love all it's beautiful details--it was built with obvious care and quality. Now, we are glad to enjoy and to get to share it with you.

What makes this property unique

We set this house up to work well for us as families with kids. The kids love the bunk room, and that makes it easy to enjoy hanging out and relaxing at the house. We love the open feel of the space--as soon as you walk in, it's somehow both airy and cozy. We upgraded the internet and set up a docking station, making it easier to use this as a remote working getaway. It's been useful to us and we hope you can enjoy it, too.

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English

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