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Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table and luxe amenities.

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10200.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Julian, CA
  • Popular LocationCuyamaca Rancho State Park14 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Cuyamaca7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWilliam Heise County Park28 min drive
  • AirportBorrego Springs, CA (BXS-Borrego Valley)80 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table and luxe amenities.

Welcome to the Dark Moon Chalet - luxury in Julian!

Follow us at @saltandskylodgingco :)

The Dark Moon Chalet is newly renovated A-Frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with incredible views including the sunset! 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. Just 1 hour outside of San Diego, but you feel like you are far away in a mountain chalet.
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.
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:)
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:
-Cedar Hot Tub
-Pool Table w/ bar and gameroom
-Starlink Wifi (100 Mbps)
-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
-Local 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)
-Solar power with battery for off grid
-Extra 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 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.

Property manager

Aubrey Carlson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2157 sq ft (200.4 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

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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.

What's nearby

  • Cuyamaca Rancho State Park - 14 min walk
  • Santa Ysabel Mission - 6 min drive
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 7 min drive
  • California Wolf Center - 11 min drive
  • William Heise County Park - 28 min drive

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
  • Julian Cafe - 16 min drive
  • Mom's Pie House - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table 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 with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table and luxe amenities.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table and luxe amenities.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous A-frame cabin overlooking Lake Cuyamaca with Cedar Hot Tub, Pool Table and luxe amenities. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Santa Ysabel Mission and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness. Lake Cuyamaca and Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
A Frame cabin
The cabin was totally a first class experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024