A secluded round house on nine forested acres at the end of a private road. Five bedrooms, a six-person hot tub, and an outdoor dining area under the pines — built for gatherings.
thepathwayFrom LA / OCHead east on the I-10 to Banning, then take Hwy 243 up the mountain. Roughly 2 to 2½ hours depending on traffic.
From San DiegoTake I-15 north to I-215 north, then exit onto Hwy 74 east — the Palms to Pines Scenic Byway. Follow 74 through Hemet and up to Mountain Center, then turn left onto Hwy 243 into Idyllwild. About 2 hours.
The last stretchHowever you come up, the final climb is winding — go slow, watch for cyclists and wildlife, and download your route before signal fades. The house is about 3.5 miles from town.
The full address is sent 24 hours before arrival, along with your door code. Hidden Nest sits at the end of a quarter-mile private road that’s steep and windy — take it slow, especially after dark.
Enter your smart-lock code at the door. Early check-in is sometimes available; just ask.
Per Riverside County Ordinance 927.1, we need a copy of your ID and a signed rental agreement within 48 hours of booking. We’ll send this to you through your booking platform — please complete it promptly so your code is active on arrival.
The private road is steep, windy, and a quarter mile long. In snow, a 4WD vehicle or AWD with chains is required— park at the top of the road and walk down to the house. Don’t attempt the descent in a 2WD car. Pack chains, warm layers, and a flashlight.
thepathwayRinse off before getting in, fold the cover aside, and replace it when you’re done. Full step-by-step guide below.
Firewood is at the back of the gazebo / BBQ area. Full step-by-step guide below.
Bag your trash and take it out to the bins outside, under the stairs— there’s no scheduled trash day, so our cleaners take it from there. Full checklist below.
To keep our jacuzzi comfortable and skin-friendly we take pride in using minimal chemicals. We kindly ask all guests to rinse off before getting in to help us uphold this practice.
Fold the cover over and pull it aside to uncover the tub. Please replace the cover when it’s not in use — it holds the temperature and keeps debris out.
Click the light button to cycle through light modes. Adjust the temperature with the Up / Down arrows.
There’s a knob above the mantle, on the top right, that controls the fireplace exhaust fan. Use it to help draw smoke up and out.
Ash can be removed from the fireplace and placed in the ash bin to the right of the fireplace. Our cleaners take it from there — no need to do anything else with it.
It’s an open fireplace, so keep the area in front of it clear and use the screen. Never leave a fire unattended or burning while you sleep or leave the cabin. Indoor fireplace only — Idyllwild has strict fire regulations and no outdoor fires of any kind are permitted.
Turn the knob on the propane tank to the open position.
Lift off the cooking grate on the right side to reach the burner underneath.
Turn the right burner control knob to the ignite position.
Put a firelighter in the circular opening in the burner tube, underneath the ceramic briquettes.
Light the firelighter, then push the igniter.
Once the flames catch, put the grate back and adjust the control knob to your desired heat.
Please turn the knob on the propane tank back to the closed position. Spare propane tanks are on site — if you run out mid-stay, swap in a fresh one or text us and we’ll sort it out.
You may see deer, squirrels, birds, and other wildlife — please enjoy them from a distance and do not leave food outdoors.
Idyllwild has strict fire regulations for good reason. No outdoor fires of any kind, no fireworks, and propane BBQ only. The indoor fireplace is fine — see the guide above.
Your closest stop — interpretive trails and exhibits on local flora, fauna, and Cahuilla history. Gentle and kid-friendly.
Galleries, shops, cafés, restaurants — and Mayor Max, the town's golden-retriever mayor.
About 5 miles out and back, shaded and gently graded — the easy one, good for families and dogs on leash. Start from the Tahquitz View Drive end and you won't need a parking pass.
Small scenic fishing lake off Hwy 243. Picnic tables and quiet mornings.
Larger lake for fishing, boating, and lakeside picnics. Worth the scenic drive.
Gateway to Devil's Slide and Tahquitz Rock. Day-use permit required — plan ahead.
Idyllwild has a market and restaurants, but selection is limited and hours vary. With a full house of 11, grab groceries in Banning or Hemet on the way up — you’ll be glad you did.
Our cleaners handle the linens and take the trash from the bins. Just leave the place roughly as you found it.
Your host is Minna. Message us through your booking platform for anything you need, urgent or not — it’s the fastest way to reach us.
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