10/10 Excellent
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14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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Fern Valley--the Perfect Spot in Idyllwild Any Time of Year
Holiday home in Idyllwild with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 595.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
- Place, San Jacinto Mountains1 min walk
- Place, Idyllwild Park5 min drive
- Place, Idyllwild Nature Center5 min drive
- Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Fern Valley--the Perfect Spot in Idyllwild Any Time of Year
In the beautiful Fern Valley area of Idyllwild, the home is bright, sunny and open, and the perfect mountain getaway for a group of friends, one or two couples, or a couple with children.
Built in 2002, the home has all the modern conveniences (forced air heating, air conditioning, gas fireplace, microwave, dishwasher, electric stove and oven) and every comfort you'd want in that getaway weekend. Everything is on the first floor (there is a loft above the kitchen but nothing is up there) and the two bedrooms have queen beds and their own bathrooms with showers. There is a washer/dryer as well. The bedrooms and living room are carpeted for cozy warmth, and the kitchen, bathtooms, dining area and hallways are tiled. The huge deck has a table and chairs and is the perfect place to sit out and watch the wildlife and incredible sunsets.
The road to the home as well as the driveway are wide and well-maintained. It's only 1.4 miles to the center of town, and even less to many beautiful hiking trails, from easy to moderate to strenuous levels of difficulty. We even discovered the home is about 75 yards from the popular and easy Ernie Maxwell Trail, which also runs to and from Humber Park.
When we come up to Idyllwild we find our weekends last very long as time does seem to go slower when we're relaxing and simply enjoying the beauty of the area.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. For earlier or later times please ask me and we try to accommodate but it depends on the previous and next guests and the housekeeping schedule. For groups with more than four adults (ages 10 and over) a charge of $30 per night per extra guest will be charged (maximum five guests). Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m.to 7:00 a.m. We asks that if you have more than two bags of trash you make a trip to the dump: Idyllwild Transfer Center at 28100 Saunders Meadow Rd., Idyllwild. Posted hours are M-Th: 7:30-5:30, F: 7:30-4:30, closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays (but we always find them open on Sundays, so go figure).
Riverside County Ordinance 924:
https://www.rivcocob.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/924.pdf
Permit # RivCo STR-001612
Built in 2002, the home has all the modern conveniences (forced air heating, air conditioning, gas fireplace, microwave, dishwasher, electric stove and oven) and every comfort you'd want in that getaway weekend. Everything is on the first floor (there is a loft above the kitchen but nothing is up there) and the two bedrooms have queen beds and their own bathrooms with showers. There is a washer/dryer as well. The bedrooms and living room are carpeted for cozy warmth, and the kitchen, bathtooms, dining area and hallways are tiled. The huge deck has a table and chairs and is the perfect place to sit out and watch the wildlife and incredible sunsets.
The road to the home as well as the driveway are wide and well-maintained. It's only 1.4 miles to the center of town, and even less to many beautiful hiking trails, from easy to moderate to strenuous levels of difficulty. We even discovered the home is about 75 yards from the popular and easy Ernie Maxwell Trail, which also runs to and from Humber Park.
When we come up to Idyllwild we find our weekends last very long as time does seem to go slower when we're relaxing and simply enjoying the beauty of the area.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. For earlier or later times please ask me and we try to accommodate but it depends on the previous and next guests and the housekeeping schedule. For groups with more than four adults (ages 10 and over) a charge of $30 per night per extra guest will be charged (maximum five guests). Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m.to 7:00 a.m. We asks that if you have more than two bags of trash you make a trip to the dump: Idyllwild Transfer Center at 28100 Saunders Meadow Rd., Idyllwild. Posted hours are M-Th: 7:30-5:30, F: 7:30-4:30, closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays (but we always find them open on Sundays, so go figure).
Riverside County Ordinance 924:
https://www.rivcocob.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/924.pdf
Permit # RivCo STR-001612
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
With prior approval
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking inside the house
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heat or AC.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number 001612, RVC-0178
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Idyllwild
Located in Idyllwild, this holiday home is in the mountains. Idyllwild Nature Center and Camelot Park Family Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Cameron Center Shopping Center and Plaza de las Flores Shopping Center. Boomers! Palm Springs and Las Palmas are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
What's nearby
- San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
- Idyllwild Nature Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- Mount San Jacinto State Park - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 60 min drive - 90.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mountain Center Cafe - 10 min drive
- Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - 4 min drive
- Idyllwild Brewpub - 4 min drive
- Alpaca Coffee & Tea - 4 min drive
- Pure Bean Idy - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Eric G.
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet
Eric G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
James B.
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing getaway
James B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Yesenia P.
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas Getaway
Yesenia P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
John G.
28 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy winter wonderland
John G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
14 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what you want when staying in idylwild
Thomas B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bryan S.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllwild Getaway
Bryan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darcy W.
15 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Darcy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicola R.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute getaway
Nicola R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
David B.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home in Idyllwild
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
William (Pete) P.
16 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean and throughly enjoyable
William (Pete) P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Patrick A., Boston, MA
24 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Patrick A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard T., Hemet
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation cabin rental in Idyllwild, California
Richard T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa N.
15 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend getaway
Lisa N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
10 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin in a Great Location
Erin M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideaway in Idyllwild
Michael H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ricardo R.
11 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, excellent vibe!
Ricardo R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tingting C.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Tingting C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rodney D.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Rodney D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas vacation
Scott S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
4 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Chris A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alma D.
21 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini mountain vacation
Alma D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
William (Pete) P.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always Wonderful
William (Pete) P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
2 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin
Danielle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ariel P., Los Angeles, USA
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy cabin
Ariel P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Suzanne Weatherly
Hi--this is Phil and Suzanne Weatherly, and we fell in love with Idyllwild the first time we came up. It was in 2010 and we had just gotten engaged and I (this is Suzanne) must have made the mistake of mentioning it to the band at the local bar, so they announced it to the other patrons. We immediately felt like all the people around were our new best friends, and when we went back a few months later, people remembered us from that night (a far cry from city life!). So we've been coming up a few times a year every since as we couldn't imagine a better place for a second home. We are avid fans of vacation rentals as we've used them many times for ourselves and our families, so we're excited to be on this adventure of hosting guests and helping them enjoy fun and relaxing times away from home.
Why they chose this property
We love with this house as it's everything we need and want in a home--a beautiful setting, modern conveniences, and proximity to town, restaurants, shops and hiking.
What makes this property unique
We have 100s of 5-star reviews and we're very grateful for our wonderful guests for that.
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