We rented their Spartan Mansion vintage trailer for 2 nights in July. The trailer was really cute and decorated in a Hawaiian theme. Very clean. Full size fridge with freezer though lacking ice cube trays. They provided charcoal and fire wood which I did not expect and was a nice surprise. Very quite and peaceful while we were there (Wednesday-Thursday). The community room was retro decorated and the bathrooms were very clean. My only complaint about the pool was the temp of the water. It did not seem heated even though they advertised as a heated pool. read more

This review is in regards to the vintage trailers. Pinecrest is a beautiful location, and the vintage trailers have a lot of potential. We stayed in September and it definitely was very hot. I wish that all of the trailers had AC. I was disappointed to learn that the trailers don't lock from the outside. They tell you to keep your valuables in your car. A. This is inconvenient, B. I am not sure if the spartan locked from the inside either. I feel like the locks are something that they should definitely invest in fixing. The spartan also has a very small water heater. I think that they told us 2 gallons when we called. I couldn't even get through a shower without it running out. We called because we thought maybe it could be fixed but they let us know the water heater is small but they have public showers available. Since it was hot I toughed it out. My brother stayed in the mansion and it had a bad smell in it. It bothered his girlfriend a lot. They did have AC and their hot water was fine. Their trailer also did not lock from the outside. The trailers are cute, and we liked the vintage decor but they need some work done. I feel like their trailers have a lot of potential if they would just invest in them a bit. My husband and I stayed at another location that had vintage trailers. They were definitely nicer. AC, hot water, new linoleum, locks and keys, and did not have a bad smell. I hope that pinecrest can improve their vintage trailers. I think that if they improved them they would have a lot more return business. read more

We stayed in the 1959 Safeway and had an awesome time. Everyone there was super cool, it was affordable and our trailer was incredible. Beautiful location and so much to do in Julian. The pool was great and our twelve year old made new friends. I highly recommend Pinecrest. read more

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I have been a Pinecrest tenant for about two years. I can't say enough wonderful things about it. The cost to rent a spot for my trailer is more than reasonable and I love having a place to go, equipped with everything I need and want for a quick vacation away from Orange County. I do not rely on my camper for running water or a bathroom and I do not have hookups but the bathrooms are always immaculate, plenty of HOT water and very accessible. I bring two marine batteries and an inverter and get just enough power to keep my fridge cold, lights on and recharge all of our phones and computers when needed. We generally stay about 2-3 days. Just enough time to hike the trail, go into Julian for a meal or a piece of pie, fill a growler at Nickel Brewery and sometimes even head to Lake Cuyamaca for a little day fishing. The pool is amazing in the summer- the snack bar makes it fun for a treat or even a quick bag of ice when needed. Firewood is always accessible, wild turkeys fun to see... the list goes on and on. If you don't have a trailer, you can rent a tent or RV site for a low rate-much easier and lower than Reserve California and you get hookups! Then there are the vintage rentals... my parents stay there sometimes. SO CUTE and fully equipped. I am seriously confused why more people are not flocking to Pinecrest. I think it is the diamond in the rough. If you have kids or teens or you just want a couples weekend... it's literally perfect. You can rough it or glamp it... however you choose, it will be the place you want to come back to every year or every month in my case. read more

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Me and my fiends come here every year for a friends birthday It's RAD!!!!!! So glad we do this for memories It's a pool and old vintage trailers you can rent Super cute vacation stay or weekend get away Thank you pine crest!!! We even call ourselves the "pinecrest crew" read more

SO and I thoroughly enjoyed this place. We only stayed 1 night. Some of our friends stayed in a tent, some brought their own trailer and we rented a renovated trailer. It was $70 for our trailer, and $30 per tent. We've never stayed in a trailer, and thought it was worth it on this trip not not have to deal with setting up and down a tent. Were we glad we did! The temperature went down to the 30s, and in our insulated and heated trailer, it was warm and cozy. Come morning time, I was glad not to have to make the walk to the bathroom from a tent in the cold. Another thing that impressed us was the instant hot water in our trailer! Oh the little things that brings us joy. :-) We had a 2 people trailer, decorated in 70s theme. Very quaint. Impressed the SO so much that it got him thinking into getting one. Pool wasn't open since summer was over, but the potluck in the common room at night sure added to the fun. We definitely would recommend this place. read more

A disaster waiting to happen. High flood and fire area with only one entrance and exit. When I was there they posted on the blackboard about bacteria in the water and that it wasn't safe to drink. Unless somebody happened to be in the office area there was no way to see this warning. Staff made no effort to go to campsites and advise or post further signs saying that there was bacteria in the water that could make you sick. I was sick for three days and I had no idea why until I saw the sign when checking out. read more

i could get married here. just the right amount of vintage style and rusty gold and of course great looking trailers for rent as far as the eye can see. we purchased a summertime pool membership just to come and visit the plunge. as long as there are no thunderstorms, and it isn't tuesday, we are all set. the lounge is also amazing as a backup to read a book until the lightening passes, if there's any, and there are instruments and board games--- and a cocktail shaker! seems like a great combo. read more

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My family and I rented out the Star Trailer and had an amazing time at Pinecrest Retreat. The trailer was immaculately clean and it was well stocked with towels, linens/pillows, kitchen utensils, BBQ utensils, and dishes. The trailer itself is from 1951 and was beautifully restored and decorated with super cute vintage decor. The beds were comfortable and we loved the Webber BBQ that came with our camping spot. We had great days in the gorgeous pool and loved that pool toys, pool floats, even PFD's were provided for the kids. The pool lounge chairs were also comfy. My kids loved getting ice-cream at the snack bar and checking out the clubhouse. They have horseshoe pits, tent camping, hiking trails, and tons of firewood for sale. The bathrooms and showers were clean and in great working order. We will for sure be making Pinecrest Retreat an annual camping destination for our family for many years to come. read more

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I'm a local and have joined the pool club for several years now. It's a lot of fun for the entire family. There is no lifeguard, so you do need to watch the kiddos in the water. The pool is always spotless, the bathrooms clean, and the snack bar stocked with reasonably priced treats. It's fun to meet new people who are there camping, as well run into friends who enjoy the pool membership as we do. The staff is always smiling. Even though I live locally I'd love to stay in one of the vintage trailers on site. It looks like so much fun!! Clean, family friendly, and a welcoming atmosphere are why I keep returning for another season. read more