Cottage in Julian w/ King Bed + Stargazing

Entire home in Julian, California

  1. 4 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Mike
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 months hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

In a quiet neighborhood near Julian

About 2 miles from Main Street's famous apple pies, shops, and dining in Julian

Set up for a comfortable longer stay

A fully equipped kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, and a dedicated workspace with Starlink internet

Thoughtful details throughout

Guests describe it as one of the best Airbnbs they've stayed in, praising every thoughtful detail
Welcome to Kentwood Kottage, the perfect place to leave the noise behind for a slice of mountain life, ideal for the seeker looking to recharge and enjoy Julian on 'mountain time'!

Home Highlights:
- Minutes from the famous apple pies of Main Street
- Easy access via a quiet, paved county road
- Soft outside dawn-to-dusk lighting + solar lights
- StarLink Internet
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Family Friendly
- Incredible stargazing

The space
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The Experience:
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As Julian locals, we are here to help you experience the very best of our hometown.

Come stay at our charming 1926 cabin, beautifully updated into a cozy cottage. Nestled among majestic oaks and pines, you'll enjoy a true country feel just 2 miles from Main Street, yet worlds away from the crowds.

Inside the house, the walls are adorned with local historical photos, and books about Julian or written by local authors are throughout. We provide our guests with an authentic, detailed local guide to Julian, which highlights our favorite things and includes helpful local insight.

Relax on the patio for incredible stargazing or cozy up by the pellet stove. Features a fully equipped kitchen, AC/heating, and easy access via a quiet, paved county road.

The yard offers the year-round flora of oak trees, coulter pines, and manzanita bushes. In the spring, you'll enjoy daffodils, hyacinths, lilacs, and more. The yard has inviting seating areas to relax in and watch the local fauna, including birds, squirrels, turkeys, and deer.

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The Grounds & Outside Space
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Arrive via a paved county-maintained road. There's a private gravel driveway with space for two vehicles. The house sits on a flat half-acre surrounded by a paver walkway. The property is landscaped with tulips, daffodils, lilacs, manzanita, and a classic Julian apple tree. Relax on the cute front porch or the private back patio—perfect for incredible stargazing.

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Living & Dining
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Walk through the front door into an open living space featuring Mission and Arts and Crafts style furnishings. The walls are adorned with local historical photos and cottage art. Cozy up to the no-mess pellet stove, enjoy the dedicated coffee bar, or share a meal in the dining area.

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Kitchen & Laundry
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To the right of the living area is the fully stocked kitchen. Continue through to the laundry room, which provides direct access to the back patio.

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Office
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To the left of the living area is the office, featuring a pull-out full-size couch for extra guests.

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Main Bedroom
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Down the hallway, the spacious primary bedroom features a king-size bed, a low cozy ceiling, and its own private entrance to the patio.

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Bathroom
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The galley-style bathroom includes a walk-in shower (no tub) stocked with fresh towels and essentials.

Guest access
Restricted Area:
There is one closet inside the house that guests do not have access to.

Sheds:
Guests do not have access to the two sheds on the property. These sheds are used for storage and as a private office. They are not accessible to guests.

Host Presence:
Because we use one of the sheds as our daily workspace, you may occasionally see us walking to or from the office during your stay.

Your Privacy is Priority: While we are "on-site" in the office, we are there to work! We will always respect your space and privacy, and we’ll do our best to remain "invisible" so you can enjoy your mountain getaway in peace.

Other things to note
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Accessibility:
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Outside has soft dawn-to-dusk lighting and solar lights.

There are censored nightlights throughout the house for night visibility.

While the home is one story, there are steps to enter the house, a step down into the hallway leading to the bedroom/bathroom, and a step inside the bathroom itself.

Additionally, the roof in the hallway, closet, and bedroom is 7' high. The bathroom also has a sloped ceiling.

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Family Friendly
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We welcome families—just bring the kids! Please note we do not have a bathtub.

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Pets
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No pets or emotional support animals are allowed.


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Weather & Travel
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Julian's weather varies; please check the weather before arriving and plan accordingly. For stays between November and May, snow is possible. During active snowfall, AWD and/or chains are required by officials for mountain passage—please plan accordingly!

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Wildlife
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The San Diego mountains are inhabited by creatures of all shapes and sizes. We share these mountains with bugs, rodents, deer, turkeys, and raptors. Bug/critter sightings inside or outside the home are possible. While rare, snakes and larger mountain wildlife like coyotes or mountain lions do inhabit the area.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 2 spaces

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews.

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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Julian, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Located in the quiet, quaint neighborhood, just 5 minutes from Main Street, Julian.

Meet your host

Superhost
15 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
7 months of hosting
Favorite song in high school: This Old House
Speaks English
As 28-year residents of Julian, we truly consider this mountain town our home and can’t wait to share its quiet charm with you. As grandparents ourselves, we prioritize making sure our home is comfortable, safe, and stocked with everything families need for a truly relaxing stay. We are here to ensure your mountain retreat is perfect. Please reach out with any questions.

Mike is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Eva

Host details

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Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
May encounter potentially dangerous animal
Carbon monoxide alarm