The Grand Idyllwild Lodge

Excellent weekend. We will be back. Hopefully every-​month. Very clean. Brad and Jacki have created a home away from home.

I have just returned from my second trip to the Lodge, and it will not be my last! This place is comfortable, clean, and nicely updated! After a day of hiking/​walking around Idyllwild, the room, and even the common areas/​patio, are so nice to retreat to. Prices are on the higher end, but to me, its worth the extra money for comfort, cleanliness, and friendliness. Jacki and Brad are easy to talk to, and even the girls they have working there were accommodating and cordial. The Lodge really is the perfect retreat for your time in the mountains. I cannot wait to go back!

What a wonderful place! We came for our anniversary* and could not have been happier. Brad and Jacki greeted us warmly when we came in, and had given us a free upgrade. There was also a lovely card from them waiting for us, wishing us a happy anniversary. Our room was spacious and beautiful inside, and the shower was to die for. We loved sitting in the little sitting area, relaxing after hiking.
We’d never been to Idyllwild and they gave us excellent hiking and dining tips. Breakfast was delicious, and we loved sitting outside with our coffee looking at the beautiful views. The common areas are comfortable and cozy.
This is a wonderful place and we could not have found a better place to celebrate — or even just to get a nice, quiet weekend away. I could not recommend it more highly.
* And of course in 2015 and in California it is never an issue, or should never be, but as a same-​sex couple you sometimes worry about booking at smaller hotels, but Brad and Jacki were warm and welcoming and made us feel completely at home, as I’m sure they do every guest.

Awkward, I mean we just arrive for a relaxing weekend and the owner comes up 5minutes after getting in the room and says we need to pay $ 50 for him to make the guest bed for the kids. He was very annoyed that kids were with us however they never asked during their live in person phone conversation booking whether we had kids. He ended up not requiring us to pay but it was very uncomfortable. With everything being available to be booked online and then you check in with no problems, it seems very inappropriate for this confrontation to occur at a supposedly upscale lodge to occur when no one is even here! Really ruined our stay because why would we want to go down to the lobby when he is always «lurking» around. The place is very nicely updated and has real potential. I really wish it would have not been ruined by this incident.

Without a doubt, one of the most relaxing, homey, beautiful, inviting places I’ve ever stayed. The hosts, Brad & Jacki are so welcoming and have created a top notch place to escape the daily grind! Be sure to stick around for breakfast… you won’t be disappointed! The space, the grounds, and the staff are all wonderful!
Our room was just perfect! The bed was so comfortable and those black out curtains meant we got to sleep in a bit which is quite rare.
Our first time in Idyllwild was a success! We chose this town because of the lodge’s website and were thrilled to discover it was even more wonderful once we walked in the door. The architecture, décor, and views are unbeatable! We will definitely be back to Idyllwild, but only if we can stay at Brad & Jacki’s Grand Idyllwild Lodge!

I find it hard to believe every review is 5 stars. My wife & I were celebrating our anniversary few weekends ago and were very disappointed. We go to B&Bs to feel welcome and certainly did not get that feeling here. Talked to the owner for about five minutes and got the impression we were imposing on his time. Lodge is beautiful but atmosphere is cold. No acknowledgement was made of our anniversary (they were well aware). Furniture is cheap for such an expensive lodge — drawers stuck on the dresser, etc. Electric fireplace instead of a real one. No follow up thank you or any personal touch. We have been to Idyllwild many times and there are far better options. We won’t stay here again.

Amazing! What a wonderful retreat for me and my family! It was off season so we’re were the only two rooms booked in the lodge, but that didn’t matter … The entirely of the breakfast was still set out in the morning!
It was also really delightful to meet Jackie the Innkeeper, and designed of the interiors. It’s a beautiful modern craftsman space … What great talent!
We’ll be back… We made another booking before we left!

We decided on a very last-​minute getaway to Idyllwild as a mini-​babymoon before our 2^nd child arrives in just a few weeks. We were looking for a quiet, modern and romantic setting and were completely satisfied with our stay. We were in Suite Dream, which was spacious, beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The owners, Brad and Jacki, were very friendly and obviously have so much pride in the beautiful lodge they’ve built. We were able to spend time with them and the other guests during the Saturday wine-​tasting and everyone was so warm and friendly. The gourmet breakfast on Sunday was a wonderful touch too. I have already recommended The Grand Idyllwild Lodge to several of my friends and coworkers as a wonderful destination for a quick getaway from LA. Absolutely 5 stars!

Top notch, this place is where you´d want to stay all the time. It is higher end but totally worth it. Very clean and friendly.

My husband and I just returned from a weekend getaway at the Grand Idyllwild Lodge. It was absolutely beautiful! It sits on a scenic hillside surrounded by pine and manzanita trees. We stayed in the Harmony Suite which had a private deck and a beautiful view of Tahquitz Peak and Lily Rock. We loved sitting outside on the deck on the comfortable chaises just enjoying the beauty and peacefulness of the mountains. The attention to detail in the architecture, design and furnishings of the lodge is amazing. The pictures that are posted of the lodge and the rooms is exactly as beautiful as it truly is. A full breakfast is served on Saturday and Sunday mornings between 9:00 and 10:00, and it was delicious! My husband and I loved sitting in front of the large fireplace in the living room every evening enjoying a glass of wine and the solitude of the lodge. The location is ideal. It’s walking distance to great restaurants and shops. We dined at Café Aroma and Gastrognome and loved both restaurants.
The owners, Jacki and Brad, who designed, built and decorated the lodge could not have been more friendly and accommodating. It’s quite apparent how much love and hard work they put into making the lodge as special as it is.
I’ve already booked another weekend and can’t wait to go back. I highly recommend the Grand Idyllwild Lodge to anyone looking for a beautiful, high-​end place to stay in Idyllwild.

This is a very late review. I came out here with my guy back in the middle of November for a pre-​holiday retreat. It was amazing! This was both of our first time in Idyllwild; and we can’t imagine staying anywhere else. The owners are a very kind and accommodating couple who went out of their way to make us feel at home from start to finish.
We stayed in the Tranquillity room which had its own private deck so we could enjoy the sunrise with privacy. The rooms seem close together, but I could not hear any other couples; I would have thought we had the place to ourselves. The breakfasts are made cooked to order, so you might have to wait, but it was worth it. We were there for the weekend, so I can only speak for the weekend breakfast.
We did also book a couple’s massage. Well worth the splurge. I have never had a more perfect message.
If you are looking for a quiet retreat; a place to stay while hiking in the mountains; stop looking now. This is the place for you.

We had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful lodge. It is obvious that Jacque and Brad put a lot of thought, time and love in to the lodge. We had an unfortunate noise incident. The way the owners dealt with the situation is why I continued to give the lodge the full five stars. What really makes a property rate this type of rating is how they handle there guests in an unfortunate situation. I was very happy how accommodating they were. I will definitely return.
Jim

This Lodge is very close to a 5 star Lodge!
The lodge is gorgeous and in a beautiful setting with lovely views. The owner Brad built it himself and did an amazing job.
We Stayed in room Bliss which was bright, spacious and decorated with a lovely pottery barn feel (I really appreciated). Comfortable kingsize bed, cozy sitting area in front of the electric fireplace, and the bathroom was extremely nice. The only thing the room was missing were softer pillows, a throw blanket and an electric tea pot. We also could hear the man below us snoring and their bathroom fan vibrated our room. However, Brad quickly attended to the bathroom fan that was left on, so that wasn’t a big deal.
This place does offers a complimentary tea and coffee, but not until 8am. We get up very early, so that was pretty hard to wait a couple hours to have our morning tea. They recommended using the coffee machine to warm up water, but it made my tea taste like plastic. This wouldn’t be a problem if you’re a coffee drinker or bring your own electric tea pot. Note to self for next time!
Before arriving I made sure to request a Dairy and Gluten Free breakfast, which was said to be not a problem. Brad was so sweet that he even went out and picked up some organic eggs for me! The first morning the breakfast and service was AMAZING and YUMMY. Egg veggie scramble with fresh veggies and a gluten free roll on the side. The second morning wasn’t my favorite due to the lack of preservative free or organic condiments for the pancakes, but my husband enjoyed it.
Overall this place is a lovely weekend getaway place to plug back in and reconnect to the soul. Great location, pretty views, clean, new and with great hiking close by.
We will hopefully be back again soon!
Thank you

Let me just say that this lodge was much needed in the beautiful place of Idyllwild. A really beautifully made setting with subtle details around every corner. The owners are very kind people and very genuine. The rooms are as cozy as they come and there is a special Peace about them and the property. We can’t wait to stay again!

Being in the hospitality industry as Director of Sales for boutique hoteles in Chicago, City Suites, Majestic and The Willows plus marketing high end travel services in México with IVIDMC​.COM a highly respected Incentive Travel company I decided to tour this boutique hotel in my 2^nd home of Idyllwild. This property immediately impressed me with the high impact details that immediately take over your senses and remove you from your stressed out body. The design of the grounds alone are a destination. The waterfall features bubble sweet nothings as you walk up the unpretentious drive. A European style mixed with Americana boldness welcomes you as you step into the lobby. On the main floor is a library lounge and bar with incredible views of the tall pines and surrounding mountainside. A new Gym and Massage Spa were being completed. Next I’ll inspect rooms. rich! e garcia

We had a great time when we stayed here. It’s beautiful and spacious and the view is heavenly! The lodge is beautiful and the owners very friendly. They made a reservation for dinner for us at a lovely restaurant and we felt pampered. We will be back!

This is by far and away the #1 resort in Idyllwild. Once you have the opportunity to stay at this resort you will never s anywhere else in Idyllwild. They are soon adding fitness, massage and sauna rooms.
Reserve early because this is rapidly becoming a very hot spot (and difficult to get into)

This is a top cab B&B…gorgeous place run by lovely people, Jacki and Brad.
I have only the nicest things to say about our stay… from the greeting to the décor… from the beds to the foods… from the grounds to the location… IT WAS ALL PERFECT. If you want perfect… book a room at the Grand Idyllwild Lodge…

Since our first visit during their opening weekend in October 2013, we have stayed at The Grand Idyllwild Lodge at least five separate times and have reservations to stay an additional three times in the next two months. I would not stay anywhere else in Idyllwild. The attention to detail in the rooms, and in their service, is superb. The owners, Jacki and Brad are two of the nicest people you could ever meet.
I love waking up and seeing the deer milling around on the property and look forward not only to their continental breakfast on weekdays, but especially their weekend fare. On our last visit we had french toast and sausage that was so delicious!
We are looking forward to many more visits!

Wow! My husband and i came up to Idyllwild for a romantic get away from Los Angeles and are so happy to find this gem in the mountains. The Grand Idyllwild Lodge is a Paradise up in the beautiful nature of Idyllwild. The Charm„ Warmth, and Elegance is Grand indeed! The owners/​creators Jacki and Brad have thought of every detail to give maximum comfort in such a Graceful Style. Our bed was so comfortable, i didn’t want to get up but when i saw the beautiful nature of the mountains from our windows, i was inspired to get up and the breakfast they make there was the perfect nourishment to give us energy to hike the mountains!
We will definitely be regulars.
We are SO happy the Grand Idyllwild exists and we recommend it highly!