Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca
About this cabin rental
Cozy Cabin Overlooking Beautiful Lake Cuyamaca Come enjoy some of San Diego's forgotten beauty in this gorgeous, Piute Trail mountain cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca and just minutes from the quaint little town of Julian. During your stay, you'll have a chance to see wild deer grazing in the nearby pastures below, wild turkey foraging up and down the hillside (sometimes they even visit the deck!), raccoon's getting into their usual mischief, bald eagles soaring above or swooping in for a quick meal, owls, orioles, blue-jays, migratory ducks & geese, woodpeckers... and the list goes on! If you're into bird watching and/or photography, this is a great place for both! Using the cabin as a base camp, you'll be able to explore Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Cleveland National Forest ,Anza-Borrego State Park with their many trails and viewpoints; fish for Florida bass, smallmouth bass, trout, crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, and even white sturgeon (Yes, our lake has sturgeon!); picnic on Fletcher Island; go boating; or just take in the peaceful surroundings and vast views from the comfort of the cozy cabin! Open year-round, including the snowy winter months when you can take advantage of the local sledding and snowboarding terrain. Available by reservation only, so plan early! Vacation Rental (NOT A TIMESHARE)
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
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Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(391 Reviews)
10.0
Everything was perfect. The cabin is beautiful and well maintained, the surroundings are beautiful, it is a perfect getaway place.
5.0
Always a great time! So much to do that we keep coming back for more. This cabin is cozy and fully stocked with everything you need to cook with. Would be nice to have a vent for cooking, but we just crack the window for now and it works. We will definitely be back!! Thank you
5.0
It is a quaint house with breathtaking views. Nice fireplace, stocked with wood. Out in the Country. Exactly what we were looking for. Would/will stay again.
5.0
Check in was very simple. The place is really cute and cozy. Pots and pans eating utensils, and wood to burn provided which was amazing. We saw deer and wild turkeys. The lake is across the road. All the rooms have heaters. We stayed on new years eve and were singing around 8 PM when a creepy old man knocked on the back door and told us we were being to loud. Everything was good minus the creepy guy which was no fault of the owners.
4.0
My family had a great time during our stay. We enjoyed our walk to and around the lake on Christmas Day. It was quite and enjoyed watching the wild life. We loved that it's a short walking distance from the house. The big glass window from the living room allowed us to view the sunrise and the lake. The deck is a great place to read a book during the day and by the fireplace at night. Thanks to the host for providing the firewood. Overall, it was a great experience. We'll definitely plan to come back maybe in spring or in the fall.
Just a couple of suggestions: My family loves to cook and a better chopping board and sharper knives are appreciated.
5.0
This is our 3rd time at this wonderful cabin. Everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Beautiful views, short walk to the lake, wildlife every day. Hosts are so nice, very responsive and accommodating. Can't wait to return.
5.0
This is the 3rd time we have stayed. At the last minute, my husband asked if we could go up for his birthday. We lucked out that it was free. But that is how special it is to us that we try to go for those moments in life to make it memorable. Thank you again John and Maria for sharing your property. All the best, Sandy and Peter
5.0
This cabin is a great place for a small family to stay while they enjoy the close fishing and hiking in the area.
5.0
Beautiful location, cabin has everything you need. Love the fireplace for those chilly nights!!
5.0
Property is just as described. Not fancy but met our needs perfectly. We really enjoyed the view, walking the 3 mile loop around the lake and having dinner at the nearby pub. Julian and even Anza Borrego were a short drive away. Overall a very relaxing 5 days.
5.0
Fantastic and beautiful location! Great deck with a view of the lake. Saw deer in the morning. Great place for some quiet beautiful nature!
5.0
This is the best getaway and our go to close to home so clean so beautiful so well stocked, it really feels like home five star, everything!
5.0
Perfect!
5.0
I stayed at this cabin on a recommendation from my granddaughter, who has stayed here before, and loved it. My daughter, son in law, and myself, enjoyed 4 wonderful days in this cabin, relaxing on the large deck and enjoying the views. The cabin is quiet and clean, and the hosts are exceptional. We were invited to pick apples and use the firewood, if we chose. When we arrived the cabin was clean and neat, and we ensured it was as clean as we found it, when we left. I can assure you we will happily return to this location, probably in the spring. Thank you so much.
5.0
It was a very easy check-in process with no issues. The cabin was comfy, clean and orderly with a breathtaking view from the balcony. Parking for two motorcyclist was a bit challenging but we managed. We requested an extra day stay and the hosts were very accommodating. We really enjoyed are stay at the cabin.
5.0
This is a beautiful setting overlooking the lake. Our first time doing this and I brought too much with me. Kitchen was well stocked with all I needed. Appliances, cookware, plates, etc. it was set up for many more people, so many rollaway beds and many sheets and blankets. Very clean. We saw lots of wild turkeys, deer, birds. Decking on 3 sides of property, with plenty of chairs for outside sitting.
5.0
The property was great! Clean great location, the view was amazing, had some feather visitors (turkeys) and the instructions were clear and accurate. We will be back and can’t wait to do so
5.0
Just looking at the lake all day, watching the turkeys, run by your front door along with a deer or two few quail, a baby rabbit, and a bobcat. Will visit again
5.0
The property was perfect. Roomy and quaint. Had all the basics we needed and we loved the deck area. View from the deck was breathtaking. This gave us the peaceful weekend we needed. Will definitely stay here when I book for the lake if it’s available!!!
4.0
The house was really nice. Although the lake by the house is not for swimming and we were looking forward to that, it was a nice stay and such a quiet and private area. We would definitely come back
5.0
We took in natural views of lake and the wildlife. We saw in our front porch wild turkeys and hummingbirds. At one point we even saw a majestic bald eagle. We decompressed during the day at the lake by renting a boat and fishing the day away. Just a lovely get away!
5.0
The house was just as described and more. I visited with my elderly parents, sister, and 13 year-old niece. We where looking for the perfect house to escape the Imperial Valley heat where my parents could enjoy morning and afternoon walks. This was definitely the place to stay. The house has the most amazing view of Lake Cuyamaca and mountains. During our 2 day stay, we went to the historic town of Julian where we enjoyed a day of shopping and great food. Just a 3 minute drive from the house is Chambers Park Campground where I took my parents for an evening walk. I am not sure of the name of the island in the middle of Lake Cuyamaca, but my niece and I really enjoyed hiking the trails and bird watching. We spent hours playing with many of the board games with our young niece. Thank you for providing them for your guests. The house is in the most perfect location! We are looking forward to returning to your beautiful home.
America
5.0
Our stay was most enjoyable. The cabin is simple and efficient. We spent much of our time on the shaded deck enjoying the view.
5.0
The cabin was perfect! The view is breathtaking and it has a complete wrap around porch. The kids were able to play without worry of cars because it’s up on a hill. The inside was extremely clean and fully stocked and the owners were so pleasant. We will definitely be back!
5.0
It was so beautiful!!!!
Thank you so much!
5.0
We had a wonderful time here! The cabin is exceptionally clean, organized, had all the amenities and more! The view from the living room couch to the lake was spot on. I celebrated my birthday here and fishing on the lake the entire time. Visitors Julian town which is always a must. I definitely recommend this cabin to anyone visiting. Very cozy place!
5.0
The pictures honestly don't do it justice. We got the best of both worlds, an amazing sunny day, and a chill overcast day where we got to see the cloud fog slowly overtake the lake.
The neighborhood itself is wonderful with really friendly local folks and pups (and the occasional turkey!)
It was the perfect way to hang out with friends, grill a burger and just enjoy the day without the hustle and bustle of city life.
5.0
My husband, sister-in-law and I had such a great time in this cozy, little home. We took advantage of the beautiful weather and relaxed on the deck as much as we could. We brought our dog along and he loved laying out on the deck too. We were lucky to see a small herd of deer and wild turkeys. My husband fished early one morning, he didn’t catch anything, but did see a very large bass jump up out of the water. We all trekked over to the lake and made our way over to The Pub for drinks and a meal. Visited the town of Julian where of course we bought a few pies from Mom’s. The rooms were clean and beds were comfy, the bathroom has a tub (unfortunately didn’t get a chance to use it), and a small shower. We cooked most of our meals and were able to find utensils and pots /pans we needed (just be sure to bring what you need food wise, (didn’t find any spices, sugar, oil, etc.,) luckily we brought all our supplies. Only blip was we were unable to connect with the wi-fi. Our host tried his best to figure out the problem. It was probably a good thing as we ended up spending more time chatting while enjoying the views and the stars at night instead of staring at a screen. Though we did a lot in the 3 days we were there, it was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable mini-vacation I’ve had. Thank you for sharing this special little place!
5.0
We stayed for an entire week and had the best time. We have stayed a few times before and try to make it a bi-yearly thing. John and Maria were amazing and accommodating. Highly recommend and can’t wait to stay again!
5.0
It was a great stay and quiet
5.0
We had a great time beds were very comfortable. But need to get a new toaster. 3 slices worked one did not.lol But everything was GREAT 😃👍 THANK YOU. Elizabeth & Mark Wainwright.
5.0
We had a family vacation at the Cabin. Great location, everything was in order, comfortable, clean, and plenty of room for the four of us. The owners were very responsive when I had a few minor questions. View cannot be beat, and every morning we got to view turkey and deer with the kids. Will 100% reserve again.
5.0
We had a wonderful trip & relaxing stay. Thank you so much!!
5.0
We have stayed here several times, always clean and a good time. We love the lake and nature. What a beautiful view. Owners are accommodating and nice.
5.0
Very nice cabin in a quiet neighborhood. Comfy beds, well put together kitchen, lovely fireplace. It was cold during our visit however the deck invites you to come outside and enjoy. Lots of birds, several visits by a flock of wild turkeys and 3 small herds of deer wandered by. Overall a great experience!
5.0
Awesome getaway.
5.0
This place is wonderful very peaceful and pet friendly. It felt like being at home we did want to leave.
4.0
Incredible views, great location, well-equipped.
5.0
This cabin was perfect. The location is great, close to the lake and Julian. Cozy, comfortable and well stocked.
5.0
It was an amazing experience. Perfect view of the lake. We hope to stay again in the future.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Southern California?
The average price for a rental in Southern California is $230 per night. This rental is $57 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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