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Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities

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Interior
Private kitchen
You can't beat sunsets on the deck here!
Gorgeous A-frame cabin with beautiful views from every corner of the main and loft levels!
A-frame cabin with gorgeous views and a wrap around deck.  Firepit and patio heaters to snuggle up outside during the winter:)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102157 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Lake Cuyamaca
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • California Wolf Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Julian Town Hall
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Borrego Springs, CA (BXS-Borrego Valley)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities

Welcome to the Dark Moon Chalet - luxury in Julian!

**WINNER OF SAN DIEGO MAGAZINE'S HOME OF THE YEAR AWARD! **

*Cedar hot tub with spa robes*

*Wrap around deck with mountain and sunset views*

*Family friendly and dog friendly*

*Located in an international Dark Sky Community - take out our telescope to stargaze on the deck!*

*Game room with pool table*

Follow us at @ saltandskylodgingco :)



We are here for you - please let us know what you need or if there are any issues/questions no matter what time of day.


An adorable peaceful and quiet neighborhood tucked away and overlooking Lake Cuyamaca.


The entire property is yours:)

The Dark Moon Chalet is newly renovated A-Frame cabin with incredible views including the sunset and mountains! This gorgeous cabin is loaded with luxury amenities and upscale furnishings. Family friendly, dog friendly and perfect for a girls or boys trip or a relaxing getaway to the mountains.

If you drive 1 hour east of San Diego, there is a gorgeous lake called Lake Cuyamaca where you feel transported outside of Southern California. The cabin is tucked away in a quiet mountain neighborhood overlooking Lake Cuyamaca, only 15 minutes outside of Julian, famous for their apple pies and certified Dark Sky Community. Indulge in the cabins' luxury amenities like a cedar hot tub, rain shower, wood burning fireplace, wrap around deck, pool table and so much more! Quality and eco-friendly furnishings are very important to us.

BEDROOMS:
-1 King bed in master loft
-1 Queen bed on main floor bedroom
-4 twin beds (bunk beds) on main floor bedroom
-1 queen pull out sofa bed in basement / gameroom

BATHROOMS:
-1 full bathroom with rain shower attached to master loft
-1 full bathroom on main floor with tub / shower
-1/2 bath in the basement laundry room

LAYOUT:
-Driveway with 2 entrances, steep stairs or a gradual pathway to a small set of stairs
-Entrance at ground level to the game room / laundry room / half bathroom
-Set of stairs leads up to main level with living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 bedrooms, full bathroom, and wrap around deck
-Master suite loft is overlooking living room with full bathroom and a reading loft


Special amenities:
-Multi-unit mini split system for heating and cooling
-Cedar Hot Tub
-Pool Table w/ bar and gameroom
-Starlink Wifi (High Speed 100 Mbps) - works great for Zoom calls and WFH
-2 Smart TVs
-2 fireplaces (1 wood burning 1 pellet stove)
-Outdoor propane grill and outdoor heaters
-Master Loft with spa bathroom
-Wrap around deck with sunset, lake and mountain views
-Organic coffee beans and loose leaf tea
-Terra Kaffe espresso machine
-Fully stocked kitchen with eco friendly cookware
-Outdoor fire table
-Work from home setup
-Helix Luxe mattresses
-Luxury linens and towels
-Driveway with parking
-EV Charger (outlet only 220V, bring own charging cable)
-Solar power with battery for off grid
-Extra gas furnace to heat cabin in winter
-Record player with records
-Books, board games and puzzles
-Dog beds and bowls
-Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash all eco-friendly
-Pack n play and high chair provided x2
-Baby gate for stairs
-Telescope for star gazing
-2 large washer and dryers

What you are close to:
-4 min drive to Lake Cuyamaca
-4 min drive to The Pub at Lake Cuyamaca (and a convenience store)
-6 min drive to Los Vaqueros Trailhead
-8 min drive to Stonewall Peak Trailhead
-8 min drive to Cuyamaca Peak Trailhead
-10 min drive to Pacific Crest Trail - Sunrise Trailhead
-20 min drive to Volcan Mountain Trailhead

-15 min drive to Julian
-10 min drive to California Wolf Center
-28 min drive to William Heise County Park
-1 hour drive to San Diego


Guests must drive a car since the location is remote.


GUESTS WITH DOGS:

Two dogs maximum! If you bring a dog you are required to pay a $150 pet fee.

We love dogs and have two furry children of our own. We please ask you respect our home if you bring your dog. Don't allow your dog to chew on our furniture and please clean up after your dog before you leave. Dogs are not allowed to stay in the home unattended unless they are in a crate.

Property manager

Aubrey Carlson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-Dogs are not allowed to be at the property unattended unless they are in a crate.
-Dogs are not allowed to use the bathroom on the balcony.
-No smoking allowed on the property including all outdoor areas.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Menghini Winery and Milagro Farm Vineyards and Winery.
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Julian, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Ysabel Mission - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • California Wolf Center - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Julian Town Hall - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • William Heise County Park - 28 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Cuyamaca - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Julian Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Pie House - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca w/ Cedar Hot Tub, gorgeous views and luxe amenities located?

This family-friendly Julian cabin is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Ysabel Mission, Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness and Lake Cuyamaca. Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felicity B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cozy mountain cabin

We stayed here over the holidays and were so happy with the experience. The house was beautifully and charmingly decorated, had everything we could want, and was super clean and comfortable. Excellent sheets and towels. Easy and immediate communication with the property manager. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wife birthday weekend

The property was amazing and the host was incredible. I would highly recommend this property and hope to rent again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erich V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Upscale Cozy

Great space for family and friends. Spacious, modern cabin with the comforts of home. Aubrey really thought of every detail. You will not be disappointed! We had a blast playing pool and enjoyed our time relaxing on the wrap around deck watching the woodpeckers collecting acorns. The neighborhood is quiet and it’s located close to the lake and Julian. We arrived in a 26 ft Sprinter and had a little trouble with the turn around but the cabin was outstanding!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and lux stay

Beautiful property with luxury touches. My family and I really enjoyed our stay. We’ve already recommended the property to several friends and will definitely rebook for our next visit there!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mags P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Aubrey was a fantastic host! She responded quickly to all my inquiries before and during my stay. The cabin is top notch. The decor is beautiful. It had all the necessities and more. They really took the time to make sure our stay was enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away!

The views, the birds and wildlife, the cute kitchen with cabin mugs and coffee machine and playing pool at night while soaking in the hot tub under the sky. This cabin location is amazing! Very clean, designed with a touch of modern but country and grand scale living with everything needed to make the perfect get away. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning mountain cabin

My wife and I stayed at this cabin 4 nights and had a wonderful time. The cabin is even bigger than we expected and the furnishings are very elegant and cozy. When I had any questions, Aubrey responded right away. I also wanted to say how appreciative I was when Brad came to the cabin to help us get our car out of the snow. Thank you so much, we couldn't have done it without your help.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Frame cabin

The cabin was totally a first class experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Aubrey Carlson

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests