The Fox & Leopard Treehouse

Entire chalet in Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Meagan
  1. 6 years hosting

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This Custom Dodecahedral Cabin is set amid a peaceful neighborhood in Idyllwild, CA. The cozy, storybook home fits perfectly within the forest, dwarfed from its center by an Ancient Ponderosa Pine. Resting atop a full acre of private, old-growth forest, The Fox & Leopard Treehouse overlooks a seasonal stream which runs all the way down beneath the stone bridge at the entrance to the estate.

Riverside County STR Cert #: 002038

The space
The Fox & Leopard Treehouse comfortably accommodates six guests - two downstairs bedrooms feature a King, and Queen, respectively, while the spacious open-format loft above features two Twin beds. There are two bathrooms downstairs, each with their own bathtub. The large family room and kitchen are comfortable and inviting.

The (several) outdoor spaces are ideal for quiet meditation & reading while the treetop deck is simply lovely for bird watching. The acre is home to all manner of forest life - spot the stellar jays, bunnies, tree frogs, lizards, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, coyotes, squirrels, chipmunks, deer and bobcats!

The wrap around deck flows through an indoor-outdoor dining area, perfect for alfresco gatherings in Summer months, and a cozy place to enjoy the snowscape in the Winter. There is a miniature outdoor playhouse (outfitted with electricity!) that is wonderful for children's imaginations - or for an adult to truly zen out.

The 50" TV in the master bedroom is easy to use. Guests with their own streaming accounts can easily purchase TV shows and Movies. Bonus: there is a Super Nintendo for those of you feeling nostalgic.

Of Import:

CLEANLINESS: We disinfect all surfaces, door handles and common use areas/items (light switches, coffeemaker, tea kettle, etc) to ensure the health and wellbeing of our guests. You will be provided with disinfectant wipes for your stay. We also kindly ask all guests that shoes are removed inside the home whenever possible.

SMOKING or FIRE OF ANY KIND IS NOT ALLOWED:
Idyllwild is at VERY high fire risk, therefore we forbid smoking of any kind on our property (this goes for candle & incense use as well). We ask that our guests respect the mountain and its inhabitants by not smoking at any point during your visit to the forest.

However, the stone fireplace use is always available.

REGARDING NOISE & NEIGHBORHOOD RESPECT:
While we are on an acre and the dense trees create a lot of privacy, please be aware that sound carries on the mountain. We ask that you keep any excitable activity inside, with the doors and windows shut. Official "quiet times" are between 7:30pm - 7:30am every day. Parties of any nature are not welcome without explicit approval, and is enforceable by the Sheriff.

People come to live in and visit Idyllwild for an experience of peaceful quiet, we thank you in advance for helping to preserve the tranquil nature of our small town.

DAMAGES & THEFT: The Treehouse is not a corporate hotel, nor are we career hosts. We welcome you into our family cabin! For your enjoyment, the walls and tables feature some of our favorite treasures.

Only the gifts (wine, chocolate, popcorn, etc) left with the cabin binder in the kitchen, Pharmacopia toiletries and children’s animal masks are free to take home with you.

An inventory list is checked after each stay. We are very child-friendly and understand that accidents happen, however - if something is carelessly broken or missing, you will be charged.

Please respect our home :)

DOGS: We always present you with a clean cabin, free of pet dander or odors of any kind. We strictly enforce our damage policy with regard to pet staining, marking, or odors. While we are dog owners ourselves, the barking/chasing frightens off the natural neighborhood wildlife which can undo years of gained trust. Conversely, our property is not fenced in and the neighborhood wildlife poses a real threat to domesticated animals as well.

For these reasons, dogs are absolutely not allowed.

WEDDINGS/PHOTO/FILMING: Meagan is a Photo Producer, if you wish to feature our Treehouse in your project or host a wedding/event, we are more than happy to discuss rates and scheduling. Out of respect to the local neighbors and due to liability, no events, commercial filming or professional photography either in, on or around the house or property is allowed without explicit permission.

PARTIES, WEDDINGS OR EVENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL - NO MATTER HOW SMALL OF A FOOTPRINT.

***Please note: The total amount of people listed in your original booking/reservation is the total amount allowed at the property at any given time. Guests not staying at the property, even if the total is no more than 6, must still be approved by cabin owner.

We hope you enjoy the magical Treehouse as much as we do. It is a safe and sacred place, meant for reflection, togetherness and the enjoyment of nature.

We look forward to being your host :)

Guest access
Full access to the entire property, except for the utility room beneath the house.

Other things to note
*Recently installed all new kitchen appliances and a Tesla charger. The charger is free to use. Non Tesla users must bring their own adapter.

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 315 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

The entrance to our small and private neighborhood is marked by a towering "wall" of Ancient Ponderosa Pines, which will envelop you throughout your stay.

Meet your host

Host
329 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Fox & Leopard, Executive Producer
Lives in Temecula, California
We are Meagan & Michael. We moved from LA for Michael's medical residency; 1st to Idyllwild & then to Hemet. Meagan runs her production co, Fox & Leopard from home. We have moved (once again!), but are so delighted to stay tied to these beautiful communities. We were married at The Treehouse & brought home our 2 children in Hemet. We welcome you to these special places, & hope that they bring you as much joy as they have brought to our family.

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Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
May encounter potentially dangerous animal