"The home was very cozy and relaxing with the sound of the creek behind. All of the accommodations in the house were perfect!"
— Kevin Y.
"This is our favorite cabin in Idyllwild. Spectacular architecture, views, and artwork. New Spirit Vacation Homes staff are always easy to work with, kind and fast."
— Anne S.
"Wonderful! Incredible views. Great decor. Everything you need. Deck and hot tub are lovely. One of the best rentals I’ve ever stayed in. Management did a great job too. "
— Guest
"This was a wonderful rental! Great beds. Spotless. Plenty of paper goods. Kitchen well stocked! Service from “New Spirit” was excellent... we even got an assist with some snow removal (thankfully management encouraged us to leave a “low to the ground” auto at their rental office) due to the snow plow piling it up next to our car. I can’t say enough good things about this rental and the management. All of our needs/requests were attended to before and during rental. The extra wood we purchased was plentiful and A GREAT IDEA when heading to snow country where power may go out. Can’t wait to return to Idyllwild and this awesome rental. The hot tub was GREAT. "
— Susan B.
"This house was the perfect spot for a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend. The house has giant windows overlooking Strawberry Creek below and Suicide Rock above. An incredible location to say the least. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a great meal. The hot tub was HOT and had great jets. The Master Bedroom was hard to leave. The windows looking out at the mountain are like a massive nature TV. I could have watched the birds soar and the trees sway for hours each morning. This place is a real gem and we'll be back!"
— Emily M.
"Perfect place for a quick getaway. Property is near trailheads and stays cool because of the tree cover. The view from the deck and master bedroom is beautiful."
— Guest
"Fabulous, architecturally stunning home. The view from the master bedroom is exquisite. Kitchen was stocked with all the equipment we needed and we appreciated the games and DVDs. We had some issues with warm water in the showers, otherwise everything was perfect. "
— Guest
"We celebrated a birthday here and it was perfect to escape into the trees. The cabin has incredible views that make the place feel very private, despite being so close to other cabins.
It is a bit of a ways from town if you are looking to walk, but otherwise just a quick drive. We found we had everything we needed at the cabin, and spent most of our time there, anyway.
Worth noting that the master bedroom is actually a loft open to the downstairs and you can hear everything - light sleepers be aware. Other than that (and an odd infestation of fly's outside) the cabin was wonderful and we would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing weekend!
New Spirit was probably the most seamless management company I've ever rented from. Thank you to them for everything!"
— Guest
"This is our second time staying here. We love it! The jacuzzi is so nice, already warm when we arrived. The house is clean and had everything we needed. Lidia was a great help!
We would stay here again for sure!!"
— Guest
"We loved the house. The view was amazing and it was very clean and spacious. "
— Nancy F.
"Upper Rim Rock is exactly as photographed, beautifully appointed, quiet, equally secluded and convenient. As much as it is close to other homes when you are in it you don't really see any other homes so you feel like you have privacy. The views from the master are incredible, the picture window are truly magnificent both in daytime and night. The home is on the darker side but that adds to the 'cabin in the woods' feeling. The home had games, movies, and plush towels and generally felt very homey for a quick getaway. Monica and Niki from New Spirit were very friendly and helpful. Idyllwild is a lovely, sleepy town. We appreciated Niki's recommendation to try the Town Baker, delicious food, friendly people."
— Guest
"This beautiful, serene cabin was the perfect escape from the workday world for me and my wife. This home is truly special, from the jaw-dropping views from the deck and master bedroom to the thoughtful, nature-based architecture that runs through ever facet of the place. Metal, wood, stone and sky are woven together in perfect balance inside this unique gem, and the owners have added even more artistry and elegance throughout with sculptures and art pieces. The home was so comfortable and inviting we did not want to leave. The master bedroom has soaring vaulted windows with astonishing views of the nearby mountain peaks and a sky full of stars at night. It has ever amenity you could want and quality appliances and furnishings. We ate out on the vast deck overlooking the creek and took in the autumn landscape and loved every minute of our stay.
Monica and her team at New Spirit Vacation Homes always go out of their way to accommodate us and make us feel like family, and that means so much when you are stressed out and just looking for some peace. They make the whole process so easy. "
— Margo M.
"This cabin was very comfortable, it had everything we needed. The views are beautiful, and it's close to town without being to close. We will be using this rental again in the future."
— Christina A.
"amazing house, thank you!
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— Elisabeth G.
"We had a FABULOUS time at Upper Rim Rock! The house was very comfortable, the deck was amazing and the overall ambiance was incredible. Can't wait to do it again!"
— Dunia H.
"We had the most amazing weekend in this beautiful, fully equipped, super clean house with giant hot tub!
We didn’t feel like we were staying in a rental, more like friends had left us use their house!"
— juliette j.
"Had a great time in Idyllwild. The house was great, lots of nice personal touches. The setting is beautiful, really feels out in the wilderness but just a couple of minutes into town. We will definitely return."
— Mike A.
"Great getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. The house was equipped with everything we needed. We are looking forward in returning to Idyllwild."
— Guest
"The house and the experience was divine"
— Guest
"This is a beautiful cozy home with spectacular views from the master bedroom, kitchen, and spacious back deck. Great location within easy walking distance to hiking trails (Devil's Slide/Tahquitz Peak and Ernie Maxwell) & only a short drive to town. As always the New Spirit staff is friendly & helpful. Highly recommend."
— Carol B.
"Wonderful location for family getaway. Away from the crowds, but only 5 minute drive to town. Spectacular view from primary bedroom! Floor to ceiling windows!!"
— Patrick R.
"We spent 3 nights at Big Rock Creek Lodge and enjoyed every minute of it. The amenities are fantastic, the deck has a wonderful view with the calming sounds from Strawberry Creek, and everyone had a great time. My kids (7 and 5) really enjoyed the bunk beds and playing the different games. Would highly recommend, but there are several things to mention.
1. This is a nice home, meaning the wooden floors, countertops, and decor need care and attention. Not recommended for those with untidy children, as it will stain or damage the property, which means $$ from you.
2. The creek is not hikeable. There is private property all around.
3. The check in/out is a slight inconvenience, but an inconvenience regardless. You have to pick up and drop off the keys at the main office. Out of 20+ short term rentals I've stayed in, never have I had to drive to an office, find a lockbox out of 30 on a wall, and get the keys.
4. The really long emails and archaic contract PDFs just add to the inconvenience. I understand the need to convey important information, but please format it properly rather than sending 1000 words (yes, I counted). Also, contracts should be via an e-sign provider, not PDFs to fill out, scan and email back. And at the very least include check in/out and pricing details in the PDF before sending it out rather than having the customer fill it out.
5. The property managers are very responsive and easy to communicate with. It was nice knowing that I could send a text and get a response back within minutes typically."
— Guest