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Top of the Mountain Cabin on 40 acres with Amazing Views

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Sunset over Anza Borrego
Road coming in
Arial view of the cabin
Exterior
Front door with small patio area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Top of the Mountain Cabin on 40 acres with Amazing Views

Located high above the clouds in Oak and Pine forest, at an elevation of almost u6000 feet this beautiful cabin offers spectacular views of the mountains and forest. The cabin is located away from the main house in a very private setting with its own private road and entrance.

Find yourself surrounded by nature, wildlife and complete tranquility and privacy. Enjoy beautiful mountain views and city lights from an outside deck and have dinner under the stars.

Mt Laguna and Lake Cuyamaca is just minutes away with thousands of trails, fishing, boating, birdwatching, camping and amazing scenery.

This charming studio has a queen size bed, bathroom with bath and shower, kitchenette with Keurig coffee maker, medium size fridge, microwave, stove, toaster and blender for your use. Enjoy the large deck and morning sunrises straight from your bed.

Historic gold mining town Julian is about 15-20 min away, where you can sample Julian’s famous apple pie and ride down Main street in a horse-drawn carriage. Sunrises and sunsets are included.

***Other things to note***

*The elevation of our location is almost 1600 feet higher than Julian town, therefore, the weather in the summer is about 5-10 degrees cooler and in winter snow fall is much heavier and longer lasting.
*Friendly dogs on the property
*Dogs are allowed with prior approval. One time pet fee per dog applies ($50). If you have 3 or more dogs, please contact me first. You agree not to leave your dog (s) unattended inside (crate ok) or outside the property. Any damages or extra cleaning will be withheld from the damage deposit. No cats or other pets.
*Please keep noise levels reasonable, especially in the evenings
*NO SMOKING or FIRES - I (we), our guests, agree to not smoke in the house or outside. Any kind of FIRE (fire pits, bbq, fireworks etc) is strictly prohibited outside or inside the property. You could face charges by the county, fined and lose your deposit and/or face additional charges. Breaking this important house rule will result in immediate removal from property.
*Wood stove inside the cabin can only be used with owners permission. We do not provide firewood. Only seasoned wood is allowed to burn, NO duraflame firelog or any other similar starters. No dumping of ashes outside, please leave them inside the fireplace or in specially designed tin bucket next to the fireplace.
*This is a mountain cabin surrounded by trees and nature. Very occasionally one may see ants or spiders. Please keep that in mind when booking.
*Due to high elevation the weather can be rainy and snowy during winter months. In case of SNOW - 4WD, winter tires and chains are mandatory (no exceptions) to access the property. In case of heavy snow fall, we reserve the right to cancel the booking if property is not accessible. We're not responsible for any injury caused by slipping on snow or ice. We do not provide towing and we are not able to help if your car becomes stuck for liability reasons.
*DO NOT TRESPASS! Please do NOT walk past any gates.
*NO drones, shooting, fireworks or hunting allowed, which includes killing birds and squirrels with a pellet gun.
*NO electric car charging or bringing something that draws large amounts of power.
*In general sounds carry from further away in the mountains. Sometimes there might be some noise from one of our neighbors working on their properties ie tractors, heavy equipment etc. Unfortunately, we can't control that.
*If there are high winds or fire danger the electricity can be shut off by the power company which is beyond our control. We do have electrical storage with Tesla power walls which will have a limited amount of power in the event of long outage.
*Our property is located on forty acres and sighting of the wildlife is not unusual. Please be respectful of their habitat, and at the same time be aware of your surroundings, especially during the months of May through September.
*There is one exterior security camera on the property facing the driveway away from the cabin for your safety and ours. There are no recording devices inside the property or anywhere on outdoor amenity spaces.
*This rental is privately owned and the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the property.
*The homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.
*Do not use the premises for any illegal activities
*No refunds will be made for circumstances beyond our control, acts of nature, or weather related problems.

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About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Julian Town Hall and Julian Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include California Wolf Center and Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Julian, CA

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Pie House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Julian Cafe & Bakery - ‬18 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing views and very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunrise view is worth the early wake-up! Truly hidden on the peak, great for really being in the landscape and stargazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great spot! Beautiful view and a cozy cabin. This was our second stay here and can't wait for the next one!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote location a top North Peak a 6000ft. The view is just amazing with a deck to take it all in. Coffee and Knitting each morning. Amazing being up above the clouds. It was exactly the retreat that my wife and I wanted. The place can be a little tricky to find after dark so checking in during daylight is key. Once you’ve found it the first time, it’s easy after that. It has all the things you need. Definitely looking forward to staying here again. Does get windy and chilly at night so be prepared for that. This Monday writing this, I feel so refreshed for the week ahead.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing little jewel of a place. The last mile in getting there is very interesting and perfectly sets the stage for the sense of remoteness this place offers. Our only regret had nothing to do with the unit, but being at the top of the mountain, being inside clouds sometimes prevents you from seeing the stunning views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cabin! Very remote and private…celebrated my birthday here w husband and dog…the views are gorgeous, it’s a retreat for the soul! If you want to truly get away from people I highly recommend- you won’t want to leave :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous guest house and mountain setting. I highly recommend this place for privacy and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool unique cabin very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time here! Such a peaceful and cozy cabin. We loved waking up to watch the sunrise over the mountains. We are very happy we drove up for the first time in the daylight, but quickly got used to driving up the mountain. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mutsuko K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much! I had the most luxurious and relaxing time.The view outside was breathtaking, and at night the full moon appeared perfectly in the center of the balcony window.Bathed in its moonlight, I was able to enjoy the most wonderful sleep.Thank you for giving me a dreamlike escape from my busy daily life.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, serene. Truly allows you to turn electronics off and leave them off if needed. We enjoyed the dopamine reset and playing music on the provided cassette player
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away!

What a great cozy cabin! We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable view. Very pleasant host and relation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you Richard. It was pleasure to host you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cozy!

Beautiful property. Loved the views and the ambiance. Dana was attentive and available, and we had a lovely time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Had another nice stay! This time with my husband!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful mountain getaway!

The drive up the mountain is already beautiful, but getting to the top and the view overlooking the mountains is something that needs to be experienced. My husband and I loved the cabin, the home-like feel, and the ability to watch the sunset and sunrise from pretty much anywhere in the cabin!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

Cabin was clean and quiet. View was spectacular.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little scenic cabin

The view is awesome and it is still pretty close to things in Julian. You may not want to make the drive up to the cabin at night since with the beautiful remote views comes some rough roads, but totally doable. Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain cabin

Great cabin in nature. Private and quiet. Wonderful balcony to watch sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Getaway!

The views from this cabin are incredible. You literally wake up with a full view of sunrise in front of you. Super cozy with the wood burning stove going. Everything was clean and comfortable. Loved it and already looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very special location at the top of a mountain with views for days! Some little quirks, but it all adds to the charm. I'm glad we had an AWD SUV for the drive up, though 98% of cars should be fine. Just don't take your Italian sportscar!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience!

The cabin is located in a beautiful area, it had really nice amenities, and every little thing I needed was in there. I might just have to go back sooner than later! The view was more than worth the drive up the hill. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cabin for me.

This lovely little cabin on 40 acres was everything I hoped for and more. Remote, charming, peaceful and pet friendly. I am already making plans to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Mountain Getaway

The pictures do not do the view from this lovely cabin any kind of justice - absolutely stunning! The cabin is warm, cozy and charming. It has everything you need for a lovely getaway. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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