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Cozy Cottage

Cabin in Idyllwild, CA

6 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.2 · 88 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Expansive deck ideal for stargazing and al fresco evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Secluded forest setting with walkable town access and nature trails.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Cozy, woodsy interiors create intimate, homey mountain retreat vibes.

What guests are saying

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4.2

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 88 reviews

Guests appreciate the property's beautiful, forested location, describing it as clean, warm, and well-equipped for longer stays. The cabin's amenities and overall comfort received positive remarks, making it a favorable choice for small groups or couples. However, some reviews noted issues such as missing items and noise disturbances from nearby sports fields. Additionally, a few guests experienced challenges with communication and the rental management process. Overall, the property provides a pleasant retreat with some room for improvement.

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Property details

Follow one of the nature paths from this secluded cabin surrounded by pine trees in Idyllwild, California, to explore the wilderness unlike ever before. In the midst of the mountain environment, guest will be enchanted by the wildlife, magnificent view. Welcome to Cozy Cottage, as seen on HGTV’s Roast My Rental! Featured in the premiere episode, “Cottage Come Back,” this charming Idyllwild retreat received an incredible transformation that brought fresh style, personality, and thoughtful touches to this cozy mountain getaway. Tucked among the towering pines, Cozy Cottage gives you the peaceful, private mountain setting you’re looking for while keeping you close enough to walk into town for dining, shopping, coffee, and exploring everything Idyllwild has to offer. Inside, the newly refreshed space blends mountain charm with a fun, updated design. The home sleeps up to six guests and features two bedrooms with king-size beds, a loft, one bathroom, and a washer and dryer, making it a comfortable choice for couples, families, or a getaway with friends. Step outside onto the spacious deck and settle into the slower pace of mountain life. Start your morning with coffee beneath the trees, come home and unwind after a day exploring Idyllwild, or spend your evenings enjoying the fresh mountain air and stargazing. Whether you’re escaping for a quiet weekend in the mountains or coming to experience the cottage you saw transformed on HGTV, Cozy Cottage is ready for its comeback, and your stay. Streaming services are available, but guests must log in using their accounts. This vacation rental is NOT equipped with air-conditioning. No Cancellations Allowed for November, December, and January - Pets: We do allow dogs, however, please note that there is a fee of $35 per dog per night. If you plan to bring more than one dog, you must obtain prior approval and additional fees may apply. When booking through selected third-party sites such asCheck-in instructions: On your arrival day, the reserving guest will receive a text with check-in instructions between 3:30 and 4:00 PM. Please stop by our office to retrieve your key from the lockbox. - Parking: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. - Outdoor lighting: Please note that outdoor lighting must comply with Riverside County regulations and must not blink, flash, or rotate. Guests will be held liable for any "light trespass" on surrounding properties. - County permit number: 001346 - Rental agreement: Please review our rental agreement for our house rules. You will receive an emailed version to sign, but if you prefer other options, please inquire. - Age restrictions: Due to the new County of Ordinance 927.2: We no longer accept reservations for anyone under 21 years of age. - Seasonal wood delivery: If available, there is a $25 fee per bundle (approximately 20 pieces). Please provide at least 5 days' notice for a Friday arrival date or at least 3 days' notice for any other day of the week. Please note that there are no refunds for this service. - Confirmation: Upon booking this property throughAttached to this confirmation will be a contract you need to review, sign, and send back within 24 hours. - Incidentals: We reserve the right to request payment for any incidentals. This includes but is not limited to firewood, pet fees, special occasion requests, personal grocery drop-offs, pay-per-view movies or sporting events, and damaged property. Guests booking this home under the age of 25 years of age will provide an additional insurance for $70.00 non-refundable on the day of arrival. -Home Guarded with Noise Aware NoiseAware never identifies specific guest sounds or records guests. Ever. FCC-certified privacy-safe NoiseAware measures decibel levels over time, giving you privacy-safe noise monitoring that puts guest experience first. Contact us: If you have any questions, please contact and speak with our staff.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer and dryer

    Washer and dryer

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Joe S.

Loud Horse next door and to much was different

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May 2026

Location was nice. That’s about it. The rental agreement that you’re sent AFTER you’ve already booked the place basically makes you agree that it’s not their fault for anything that isn’t like the photos. But this place was soooo different. Carpet, furniture, available dishes, no dishwasher...I think we will choose a different company next time. So much was different that I felt new photos should have been added. We picked the place based off some of the photos and were extremely disappointed when it wasn’t what it showed and then having to sign that you won’t hold them accountable. Don’t stay here, go elsewhere. Even if you do look past it like we did, the neighbors Horse being as loud as possible at 3am didn’t help. Oh, and the living room didn’t have curtains like the pics show. So we had zero privacy when watching tv. The neighbors kept looking right into our place.

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Bianca

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March 2026

Very responsive and easy to communicate with. Our original bnb ended up canceling last minute and New Spirit Vacation Homes made our reservation super easy and they were very responsive. We truly appreciate them and would with them again.

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Paula E.

Good Location but so so rental

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December 2025

This property is close to town which is nice but I didn't see the value. For what I paid, I feel ripped off. Everything was old and run down. All of the furniture was incredibly uncomfortable. The beds especially were terrible. I left a day early just to get a good nights sleep. Sad inventory of kitchen equipment, although they had decent pots/pans and coffee/espresso maker. My stay was during Christmas so I did appreciate the christmas tree. Other visitors should note the path up to the house is all cobble, extremely uneven and not very safe. One of us ended up with a sprained ankle which seemed of no concern to the rental agency.

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Yisel

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October 2025

Great home to stay felt very safe and comfortable. Totally recommend this place. We had a great time. Also Lidia was very sweet over the phone and helpful looking for the address. Would totally stay here again. :)

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 21

No smoking

No parties

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