We stayed at Idyllnook Lodge, booked through IdyllwildVacationCabins, from 1/16/2026-1/19/2026, and…read moreunfortunately had a very disappointing experience. Upon arrival, we noticed a poison mouse trap inside the cabin. We immediately contacted IdyllwildVacationCabins and were told that mice had been reported back in July 2025, the issue had been treated, and the trap was only a preventative measure. We were also told relocation was available if needed. Based on these assurances, we believed there was no active infestation and decided to stay. The following evening, we discovered mouse/rat droppings inside a kitchen drawer and in a dresser where our infant's clothing had already been placed. After inspecting further, we found extensive droppings throughout the cabin, including closet floors, under the bed, and in multiple upstairs closets. This clearly indicated an active or unresolved rodent issue. Regardless of whether the droppings were new or old, their presence made the cabin unsafe and uninhabitable--especially given the health risks associated with rodent droppings, including potential exposure to hantavirus. We contacted IdyllwildVacationCabins again and were offered relocation, but by that point our belongings had already been unpacked and potentially contaminated. Under the circumstances, we felt the only reasonable option was to leave the property entirely.

What a bust. My best friend reserved this cabin for a get away to mark our 30 years of friendship…read moreand I'm glad we're strong enough that we made it through the weekend. Upon arrival the cabin was cold. We turned on the "mini split heaters" and neither one downstairs would blow hot air, only cold air. We assumed it needed time to warm up, so we gave it the night and when we woke up the cabin was still cold. We had to bring down blankets from the beds to watch TV (Only one TV for the entire cabin). On the bench near the TV we saw an old rolled up tissue with dried blood on it, possibly from someone else's nose bleed that stayed there. Gross. As we sat on the couch I continually got whiffs of old pet urine. The next morning we went to make coffee and a moldy coffee filter with old coffee was still in it. I had to call Martha to figure out how to use the mini split heaters because the cabin wasn't warming up and she said they might need to be re-serviced and didn't know much about them. She brought 2 small room heaters, which we had to keep moving around to warm the cabin and the bedrooms. My best friend reserved this cabin for the two highlights listed online 1. The game room and 2. An indoor spa. The game room is a joke. You can't play pool because all the sticks tips are broken. The air hockey pushers were broken. The ping pong paddles were duct taped (take look at the pictures attached). Mind you these were duct taped by a previous person who stayed here OVER TWO YEARS AGO. We attempted to go into town to buy replacements so we could actually enjoy the game room, but could not find any replacements. The spa is no longer inside as listed. It's outside on the deck and the winds were terrible this weekend so we couldn't enjoy it. There is still no toaster. To top off the stay, many of the doors don't close all the way, or don't lock correctly. We woke up one morning to the game room door wide open due to the winds. We were not able to feel safe with the doors opening on their own and most doors not staying locked. I feel terrible that my best friend spent so much money on this reservation for what we got, and what we had to deal with. The owners need to update the online page and fix the things that need to be fixed. They should feel embarrassed for charging people what they do to stay here. I would not recommend this cabin for future stays.

We stayed in Ursus this past weekend at Freewyld and had an absolutely wonderful time. Our friends…read morebooked the other three cabins on the property, which made it the perfect group getaway. The location in Idyllwild couldn't be better--just a short walk to town, yet tucked away enough to feel private and serene. Each cabin has its own unique character and thoughtful design, and Ursus was no exception. This three-bedroom, two-bath cabin had incredibly comfortable beds and the most charming kitchen. We especially loved the private deck off the upstairs master bedroom and the table with a view overlooking Wyldwood Park. The hot tub was a highlight after a day of exploring. The only thing to note is that Ursus runs a little on the darker side, even with all the lights on, but it didn't take away from the overall experience. We truly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!

I've stayed twice at Freewyld and loved both visits. Black Mountain is my favorite, but all 4…read morecabins have a unique design and I can't wait to get back and stay in each one. The park below the cabins is the perfect place to zen out in nature and listen to the creek. Love every moment in Idyllwild.

This was the perfect space to destress and recharge after a busy holiday season. The Cozy Lodge has…read moreall the necessary amenities, and the compost toilet wasn't nearly as complicated as it first seemed. The Tiki Treehouse is truly impressive with its unique collection of knick-knacks and island décor. Even though it's a quick six-minute drive into town, you get a sense of peace and solitude tucked away on the back roads.

Awesome little find right in the trees. There is a tiki bar tree house that came included that was…read moreso unique . The cabin was cozy, clean and well kept. The hosts were very attentive and answered all our questions in a timely manner. If your looking for a unique place in the mountains I highly recommend giving them a try. Can't wait to go back!!

This was a 5 star place all the way around!!…read more This is a family owned business and you can sense the pride and love that they pour into this property. This hotel has 6 stand-alone units on a large piece of mountain property which is mostly secluded, although it is in an Idyllwild "neighborhood". It is also a brisk 15-20 min walk to the downtown area. A little history of this place - all the cabins were originally built in the early 50's and most of the units still have the original decor & fixtures such as toilets, tile, fireplaces, etc. so you might say this is straight mid-century and not mid-century "modern" . Again, this is a family business that was bought by the grandfather back in 1978 and has been run by his son & daughter-in-law with their son helping out. It is also very well maintained. They have a pool on the grounds that is heated to 80 degrees and no, there is no hot tub. This was the second time we've stayed here. The first time was a few years ago and we stayed in "The Cottage in the Woods" which was wonderful because it is "down the gravel road" away from the other units and is very secluded. My girlfriend was drawn to the hammock in the picture and was disappointed to hear that the deer keep eating the hammocks so they are no longer there. This time we stayed in room 5A (roughly $200 a night with taxes & fees) which was a larger room. The way it is set up, there are 5 separate stand alone buildings with the exact same layout - the A and B sides both have their own private deck with chairs so you can sit out and soak up the nature. The A unit is much larger and comes with a brick fireplace (firewood is available for $6 at the office on the honor system and fire starters are free at the office). There is a small kitchen complete with pots, pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, coffee maker, toaster, fridge, etc. The bed is super comfy and there was also an extra double bed just inside the door. We were here in August and it was warm, so we kept the ceiling fan going the whole time. They also had a box fan in the closet and a wall swamp cooler A/C unit which we didn't really use because the noise makes it hard for my girlfriend to sleep. We really love that basically one wall of the room was floor to ceiling windows which really make you feel like you are a part of the forest! I am also glad that they have curtains that cover said windows so you can have privacy when you want it. The B units are much smaller "mother-in-law suites" which connect to the A units with a door (which stays closed & locked if you don't rent both units). The B units don't have a kitchen (but they do have small refrigerators, microwave and coffee makers). They don't have brick fireplaces but, instead have smaller wood burning chimineas. I felt like the larger room was well-worth the extra that we paid but the smaller units were also nice for those on more of a budget. Each room comes with a nice 32" smart TV and DVD player (They loan out DVDs at the office - see my pic of their DVD library). They have good WiFi - we brought our own firestick and were able to have all our channels, playlists & shows, which was nice. We were here for 2 nights which was good but we have realized that it takes one day to rest, shake off the work week and shift into vacation mode. We wish that we had come for 3 nights to really give us a couple days of good vacation energy, instead of one day to adjust & recoup and a couple of half days of true vacation. Again, this was a 5 star lodging experience and I highly recommend Woodland Park Manor for anyone looking to have a really nice mountain vacation!

Amazing place, great location is you want a quiet relaxing time. Will defiantly come back.read more

Idyllcottage was the best place to go for a quick getaway located in Southern California. Just 2…read morehours away from Los Angeles, we enjoyed this cozy cabin in the small town of Idyllwild. We've also stayed at idyllcove and both of these cabins have so much charm and character. Management is great and ensures that you have everything needed for your stay! Love these cabins definitely recommend

Somehow, this place was even cuter than the pictures. The kitchen had everything we needed. And…read morewaking up in the loft peaceful. And it was walking distance to many restaurants, and close to major hiking trails. I couldn't ask for anything more!

What wonderful people to work with. It made all the difference in our stay…read more The home was comfortable and had everything you could possibly want or need. Great location: quiet, off the main road and nestled amongst the pines. What made this different from your average weekend get-away, was the folks at New Spirit. We had some issues with our car when departing and the staff were so sympathetic and understanding. The people made a difference in our stay and we'll be booking with them again.

***IF THIS COMPANY IS HASSLING YOU AND / OR TAKING LONGER THAN 30 DAYS WHEN YOU WHEN TRYING TO…read moreOBTAIN A REFUND PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE AND SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL COMPLAINT: https://oag.ca.gov/contact/consumer-complaint-against-business-or-company Consumer Complaint Against A Business/Company | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General *** If you need to cancel your reservation with New Spirt Vacation Homes, be prepared to be lied to and then go through a tedious and lengthy process to NOT receive the refund you are due. Unfortunately, it ultimately ends with you having dispute charges with your credit card company even after you have followed all the rules New Spirt Vacation Homes sets outside of the Vrbo platform. Here it is - all spelled out chronologically and can be backed by 40+ messages back and forth with BOTH Niki and Monica, who appear to be the same person, at least in the way they message customers 8/28/2025 $653.35 paid in full for reservation for 3.23.26 - 3.26.26 12/11/2025 New Spirt Vacation Homes removed listing from Vrbo and directed me to view all details on their own website, not via Vrbo which made me very uneasy, so I canceled my reservation per Vrbo's timely allowances. Same day I am messaged by Nikki telling me to fill out an additional refund form outside of Vrbo and that they will take no less than 30 days to complete the refund request per their right with the CA SB 644 (California Senate Bill 644 )which legally allows them to do so. 12/19/2025 The additional email form not received via email from this company. I messaged to inquire and was basically scolded by Nikki and asked why I 'did not advise them earlier that they did not send the form?' Well, because it was not my responsibility to send it! 1/23/2026 More than 30 days past, still no refund. I messaged New Spirit Vacation homes to inquire. I was told by Nikki that "half our accounting dept. is out sick, and I will personally process the refund today." 1/24/2026 Nikki messages me now stating that "Our merchant services account does not allow us to process a refund with charges that are ran over 180 days prior to request so now we need to mail you a check." Keep in mind that the date of purchase was 8/28/2025 and the date I requested a refund was 12/11/2025. Simple math shows this is a lie, as 180 days after purchase date would have been 2/24/2026! 1/24/2026 Messaged a second time by Monica stating that she is "forwarding this request for a check refund to be issued by the CEO and mailed to you today." 1/30/2026 No check received. I message again, Niki this time lies to me stating that "I work night shift, but the check was cut and mailed out yesterday so it should arrive shortly." 2/4/2026 No check received, asked status, no response 2/5/2026 Messaged them a second time, said I will be starting a dispute with my credit card company. 2/6/2026 Next day Niki responded, "I personally tried to run your card (last lie was she mailed refund SAME DAY on 1/30/2026) and it would not allow, I will need to reach out to see what is going on." ******************* THAT WAS THE LAST MESSAGE FROM NEW SPIRT VACATION HOMES, AFTER THAT I INITIATED A DISPUTE WITH MY CREDIT CARD COMPANY THAT WAS NOT RESOLVED UNTIL THE END OF MARCH 2026 ************* So why am I siting here wasting my 30-minute lunch break typing a novel? Well, remember that neat little California Senate Bill 644 (SB 644) mentioned earlier by Nikki as the reason for not refunding anyone before 30 days; basically 'because they can'? Guess what, it protects us too as consumers from unethical companies like New Spirt Vacation homes that regularly practice cash grabbing, lies, unnecessary delays and harassment with their refund process in hopes you give up and do not fight. I am not the one who gives up easily, so I have officially filled a consumer complaint with the State of California Department of Justice Consumer Complaint Office of the Attorney General I HIGHLY recommend you do so as well if they are taking longer than 30 days to issue your refund which is in a direct violation of the CA SB 644 and punishable with up to $10,000.00 fine. Website for filing complaints as follows: https://oag.ca.gov/contact/consumer-complaint-against-business-or-company Consumer Complaint Against A Business/Company | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General.

Everything was perfect from check in hanging out to check out 10/10. The people are great and the…read moreice cream shop is the best ice cream ever. The idyllwild brew has awesome food and of course the drinks

Management was not responsive to their 24 hour phone number…read more -we never got a reply for the key/lock box and didn't have a key to lock doors -According to the website and video, the jacuzzi was indoors and a private shower (it was not) -Two of the doors knobs do not work/jam and cannot open at times (the door to the basement and one of the bedroom doors) -There was not a toaster -The air hockey table does not work properly, the air does allow for the puc to slide. -Both of the ping pong paddles were splintering, we put duc tape around them. so we could play. -One of the shower nozzle/valve to turn shower head on was broken and a wrench sitting on the tub, looked like someone attempted to fix it but didn't work. -there was trash left in the outside fireplace upon our arrival. -the kitchen sink/drain smelled upon our arrival, we attempted to run hot water and the garbage disposal to flush it out, but didn't work. -In one of the rooms there was a chair wedge in the door so the attic door would stay closed For the price we paid, I expected what was listed on the website to be accurate and everything to be in working condition.

We still love the village!!! Nowhere have I ever come across anything like this, and Idyllwild is…read morea very special place.

Creek-view Barn This…read morecabin is wonderful. Pet friendly and newly remodeled everything was perfect. The view into the woods from our patio is beautiful especially with a few inches of snow. The cabin is clean and well stocked and close to downtown....walking distance. The cabin is decorated very nicely with thick bath towels and comfy bed blankets. We will definitely come back to Strawberry Creek.

I booked their "Idyllcreek A-Frame Cabin" for Oct 20-23, 2025. I was charged a credit card…read moreprocessing fee without being offered any alternative payment method (which violates CA Civil Code §1748.1), and the booking interface misrepresented the refundable deposit as if it were not included in the total. After payment, I discovered: * The fireplace was unusable * The jacuzzi was only half full, with jets barely working * There was no clear mention of checkout time until after booking When I brought this up, the host didn't try to resolve anything. Instead of offering goodwill or admitting anything could've been handled better, they doubled down and blamed me, even after I showed them screenshots and law references. I ended up filing a credit card dispute and escalating the matter to BBB and the California Attorney General. This business prioritizes profit over people and plays games with how fees are displayed and amenities described. There are better places in Idyllwild, and likely, more honest ones too.

A-Frame Cabin is A-mazing…read more I had done a Yelp search of where to stay in Idyllwild for an upcoming short vacation and fell upson the stellar reveiws for this little place...I was not disappointed. Upon arrival, I was so delighted at the look and location of the cabin, that I - literally- began to jump up and down like a little kid. It is adorable. Nestled against a tiny creek, amidst blue jays and quail and squirrels, this was the perfect get away. Inside, a cozy living room, complete with fireplace and television (though it took me a minute to figure out how to adjust the surround sound) a fully equipped kitchen, small office space, full bathroom downstairs, half bath upstairs, an extra bedroom with a double bed and a gorgeous, comfortable queen sized bed up a set of winding stairs, I truly could not have been happier. I was able to cook at "home" every meal (after a quick visit to Fairway Foods less than a mile away), walk through town all day, and snuggle inside all night. There are even annual parking passes to the local national forests, so next time we stay, we'll make a trip to check it out, and with the amount of space and sleeping arrangements, next time we may also bring some friends along! I look forward to my next trip to Idyllwild, and, withouth question, will be staying at the A-Frame Cabin.

You can't beat the views, the comfort, and overall ambience of this place. Vistas go on forever…read moreand, yet, there's plenty of nature up close, too. It's kind of like being back in the treehouse ... only nicer ... much nicer. Speaking of that, the cabin is cush. Furnishings are new, modern, and clean. The bed was quite comfy. It is really outfitted for all your needs ... whether that's just relaxing or watching a movie or cooking up a gourmet mountain meal.

Now with Timbered Pines log cabin next door, booking a group getaway is easy. Equally well…read morefurnished and equipped. You'll love the classic log cabin experience!