Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Julian, CA

Lake Cuyamaca
8 min walk
Lake Cuyamaca
2 min drive
Santee Town Center Station
46 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
51 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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)

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this cabin's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Cuyamaca. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
Free WiFi
Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Cuyamaca and Santa Ysabel Mission

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Julian cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

John & Maria

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Paper towels
Blender

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

Pet friendly
2 total pets
Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

On the lake
In the mountains
In a rural location
Near outlet shopping

Things to do

Boating on site
Kayaking on site
Power boating nearby
Winery tours nearby
Kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Hunting nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Hiking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Please keep pets off couches and beds

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

15 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a nice stay.

Simple, easy, and the wildlife! We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

susana v.

9 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

A cozy cottage complete with everything including a beautiful view of Cuyamaca Lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet U.

4 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved the view. Cabin was great. Close to the lake, julian, mt. Laguna. We will be back.

Excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M., San Diego

27 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Our 2nd stay…

Cabin is cozy. Kitchen has everything needed. Nice fireplace with wood provided. View of the lake is beautiful. Bbq, wrap around deck, beautiful trees. Comfy beds… hard to leave.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

14 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

5 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall break

The cabin has a great view of the lake. We saw a bald eagle and great blue heron. It was really relaxing to sit on the deck and look at the lake (or a book or phone).

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

1 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We had a great time spending a weekend here with our teenage grandkids. The house and deck has a marvelous view of the lake and had everything we needed for cooking and sleeping! Very clean and met our needs perfectly. Only thing I would say contrary to this is that soon they will need to fix some of the boards on the deck as they need a little help.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

7 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery and great cabin

Beautiful view of the lake from an amazing deck. Cabin has everything needed to enjoy the area

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Favorite cabin

We love this spot. We have stayed here many times and we are never disappointed. Bummer about the apple season this year but we had a fantastic time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Donna D.

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little getaway

Had plenty of pots and pans for us to cook with. Gas on the grill outside was a bit low but we were able to make it work. The air conditioning was probably the best part about the place! Wi-Fi was a bit slow and there’s DirectTV but no Firestick/Roku available. One noticeable parking space is available on the property. The rest are made up spaces on the grass in front of the property. Lighting in the living room was dim but I think it fit the ambiance well. Was a two minute drive from the pub restaurant on the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin/great view

The cabin was quaint, cozy and had a wonderful view of lake Cuyamaca. Saw some large turkeys. The wifi was hit and miss or very slow, but other than that enjoyed our stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great awesome experiences.

It was so awesome! older rustic cabin with turkeys and deer every where. great communication with owners and everything as promised. Little store in Jullian had great steaks for on the grill. Mt Laguna is a great drive and next time will have more time to hike. Jullian pies for breakfast every day was great and the lake and geese and birds also a favorite in the morning sipping coffee on the deck. Will definitely be back. One of my best vrbo experiences yet! Thank you all!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

29 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Place

Cozy cabin. Easy road access. Incredible lake view. Plenty of room. A very pleasant place to stay. Very quite. Cabin has all that you need.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin for families

Super cozy, clean, and close to the lake! This is our second time staying here and we plan to make it an annual trip. My 5 year old son walked in and said “feels good to be home!”

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

GAIL K.

12 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect get-away.

This property was perfect for our get-away. It had everything we needed and was easy to find, check-in and check-out. We know the area and knew that very little food is available in the immediate vicinity, so we brought what we wanted to eat and also went into Julian for dinners (8 miles away.) The property has a rustic decor (a few things could be upgraded), comfortable rooms, all the conveniences needed. We enjoyed relaxing and eating out on the deck overlooking the lake. It was quite hot when we were there, but the AC for the home was excellent. If you are over 300 lb. you likely would not fit into the small shower.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Loved the location. Beautiful scenery. I plan on staying here in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

5 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place

The cabin is a wonderful place to get away to - the lake view is amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina L.

30 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getsway

Clean. Well stocked w appliances. Good experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

16 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Father’s Day weekend

Great trip, perfect little cabin. View is beautiful. We will definitely be back. Thanks for sharing your property, we really enjoyed it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

15 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and scenic cabin

Stayed here for the second year in a row with friends and love the simple, scenic and quiet atmosphere. Everything you need to recharge at night and to enjoy easy access to many different trails during the day. Quick drive to Julian as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

4 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place to stay ever!

This property feels just like home. It is the most beautiful cleanest wonderful place we have ever stayed, and we have traveled a lot! We will never stay anywhere else east of us can’t wait to come back. Did not want to leave. Love y’all.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Repeat visitor

We just love coming to this property. This time we came for a wedding at the old fire house next to the lake so talk about convenience. Came early to enjoy the outdoor, was able to get dressy for the wedding and go to and from only a short distance. Full amenities so we can bring our own food. The owners leave firewood to use and on day 2 the dog and rain rolled in so we used it all! With another night in front of us, and to our surprise, the owners refilled our wood discreetly and messaged us with the update…seamlessly. Sincere thanks to the hosts. Always a pleasure to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphanie S.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

100 % recommended.

Place was clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro K., Chula Vista

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Aersome place

This is a very pleasant place where you can rest and have a very good relaxation, looking towards that beautiful lake, we were lucky enough to have a heavy snowfall where everything became like a Christmas card The place was very clean and cozy and John was very kind and helpful to us, we asked him if he would let us check out later and he soon told us that there was no problem, we also forgot a Bible and he contacted us and very kindly sent us the Bible by mail and we are very grateful for that, he was also very attentive, that we would not lack wood for the fireplace. Everything was lovely, the bedrooms were very comfortable and the living room was very cozy, the kitchen was very functional and the bathroom was spacious and always had plenty of hot water. We are sure we will return again It is a highly recommended and spacious place Having 4 folding beds is a great plus

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024