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Almost Heaven


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Almost Heaven


"Almost Heaven" is a charming cabin located on Strawberry Creek, just a short walk from town. The original cabin, built in 1923, has been expanded to four bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it perfect for families or groups of friends. The spacious yet inviting interior features a grand room with a brick fireplace, handmade vintage cedar furniture, and a 65” smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen includes a cozy gathering space with a Franklin stove and a coffee bar. Outside, the back deck overlooks a grove of trees and a seasonal creek, and features a jacuzzi and a 12’ cedar picnic table. The cabin also offers a washer/dryer, a barbecue, and a front porch to enjoy the morning sunlight.

Bedroom #1 - King bed in a very large room with a cozy sitting area, jack and jill bathroom shared with Bedroom #2
The 3rd bathroom with clawfoot tub/shower is located between the grand room and the kitchen.
Bedroom #2 - Two double beds with jack & jill bathroom shared with Bedroom #1.
Bedroom #3 - Queen bed with a rustic pine frame and cozy sitting area, also deck side (note: the bathroom is accessible through Bedroom #2 or off-deck, through the kitchen)
Bedroom #4 - King bed and private bath that looks out onto the deck.

Wheelchair Accessible

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE BOOKING:

Streaming services are available, but guests must log in using their accounts.
This vacation rental is not equipped with air-conditioning.

-Cancellations: Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive a full refund, with a $150.00 cancellation charge. Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 50% refund, plus a $150.00 cancellation charge.
No Cancellations Allowed for November, December, and January

- NO ANIMALS ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. SERVICE ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED DUE TO THE HOMEOWNER BEING ALLERGIC. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Check-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: Free parking is available for 3 vehicles.

- County permit number: 001444

- 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. Those under 25 will provide an additional security deposit of $250-$500 on the day of arrival.

-Seasonal wood delivery: There is a $25 fee per bundle (approximately 20 pieces) if available. 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 through Airbnb, New Spirit Vacation Homes will send you a direct email confirming your reservation. Attached 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.

-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 prioritizes guest experience.

Contact us: If you have any questions, please contact our staff.

Amenities


Almost Heaven

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

10 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2 King beds
1 Queen bed
2 Full beds

General

  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • Television

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator

Sports And Adventure Activities

  • Hiking
  • Mountain climbing
  • Mountaineering

Outdoor

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • BBQ Grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Seasonal Creek
  • On Strawberry Creek

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Testimonials


Mountain Getaway

"The cabin was awesome, stayed there before and knew that was where we wanted to stay every time we came up to Idlywild! Spacious but charming- views are great and location is ideal."

Guest
Trip Date: 2021-12-03

Response from New Spirit Vacation Homes:

Hello Cory, Thank you for your kind review on our Almost Heaven property. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to have the privilege in hosting you again for a future stay. Warm Regards, Michaela NSVH

Almost Heaven is now our 2nd Home

"We rented Almost Heaven in May and here we are again. We just love it here - hiking, watching movies by the firelight, sitting on the back deck watching the lunar eclipse, playing cards, etc.etc. Can it get any better?"

Guest
Trip Date: 2021-11-17

We'd Come Back

"Four co-workers drove in...four drove out after three days of cooking, walking Idyllwild, and laughing a lot. The interior of the cabin was roomy and clean with a great fireplace to gather around. (The host left plenty of large logs to burn.) Pots and pans were plentiful in the kitchen. Coffee maker and WiFi worked like a charm. Beds were warm and there were spare blankets for all.

If you're having a steak night, I'd recommend bringing the steaks in from wherever you're coming from. That's what we did and we didn't regret it.

Note: The property is close to a private home that doesn't appear in the photos. It's not a big deal, but we were surprised to see how "isolated" the cabin looked in the pictures and how close to the nearby home it was in real life."

Guest
Trip Date: 2021-10-18

Perfect getaway

"The house was kept in perfect condition. It was also very clean where everything we needed was easily found. It was close to the restaurants and shops so it was easy to walk up there. The house was beautiful and It made everyone’s experience super happy knowing that the pictures were not deceiving. I will definitely visit this place again. It was one of the best experiences with my wife and family. "

Guest
Trip Date: 2021-04-09

Response from New Spirit Vacation Homes:

Daniel, Thank you for your review on our property. We are so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay at the property. We look forward to welcoming you guys back for a future stay. Warm Regards, Michaela New Spirit Vacation Homes

Fun Weekend at a Cabin

"We had a wonderful weekend, the cabin is full of character, and very functional. We cooked a great deal, and the kitchen is well stocked, and a great room to hang out in as well."

Eric J.
Trip Date: 2021-01-22

Response from New Spirit Vacation Homes:

Hello Eric, Thank you for your review on our Almost Heaven property. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the home. We hope to host you again in the future. Warm Regards, Michaela New Spirit Vacation Homes

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