Pinecone Lodge at Falcon Ridge

This modern “Yurt house” is 5 min from Lake Gregory & is surrounded by forest majestic views on 10 acres. It’s your private forest playground. Hike on the trail from the house 1/2 mile into the forest and then continue to a smaller trail that goes for miles. The views & sunsets are amazing not to mention the wildlife you may see. Relax with a glass of wine, soak in the hot tub while gazing at the stars and see the beauty of the night sky. Built in 2012, everything is new & has windows, windows, & more windows, with the forest just on the other side. The open-concept design & high ceilings give it a grand feel & the wood-burning stove gives it a rustic vibe. There are a few different outside spaces to relax & have coffee, or a glass of wine & be one with nature. Our home includes a Pizza Oven located on the deck (available for use except during winter months). You’ll find the instructions, recipes, & the temperature remote in the desk drawer. For your convenience, Trader Joe’s sells pizza dough, making it easy to enjoy a homemade pizza during your stay. Note: There are 2 single pull-out ottoman beds in the living room along with a futon (not shown). Guests have access to the entire property and can explore the National Forest area as well. We are here if you need us. The property is named Pinecone Lodge at Falcon Ridge because these are the largest pine cones in the world that can be found here! and standing on the edge of the ridge you will see the falcons soaring high above. Located just 5 minutes from Lake Gregory, this property is on the edge of the National Forest with incredible views of the surrounding mountains and forest, yet 5-10 minutes from downtown Crestline. It’s the perfect combination of seclusion and great access when you want to go out for dinner, to the grocery store, walk around the lake, or enjoy Lake Gregory’s activities. Just 5 minutes away is the Refresh yoga studio and 3 minutes away is Sycamore Ranch Vineyard & Winery (the local family-owned winery - plan with reservations). There is also a jeep trail nearby that will take you the back way to Silverwood Lake (14 miles). A car or bike is a great way to get around. If biking, there are hills! We have added a futon in the living room for another sleeping option. Up to 2 dogs are welcome. About the Area: Lake Arrowhead, Lake Gregory, & Big Bear Lake are recreational lakes in the Southern California San Bernardino mountains. They offer fresh crisp air, cooler weather (10-15 degrees) in the summer, & snow in the winter. They also offer a more relaxed & low-key energy “vibe” making them ideal locations for getaways to renew the mind, spirit, & body & to reconnect with family & friends. We answer frequent questions regarding the lakes & have put together some information below on what makes each location unique so it is easier to match with your specific goals for your time away. Upon booking one of our properties, you will receive more detailed information on how you can spend your time in the area. Big Bear Lake is a public lake & friendly to all types of boats & water sports & is the largest lake of the three. There is a short paved bike & walking trail that goes along the lake. Big Bear is a City &is more populated with stores, restaurants, & nightlife than the other two locations. It has more of a “desert” feel in terms of its topography. Big Bear is 26 miles up the mountain from Lake Arrowhead, Although none of our properties are in Big Bear, we recommend it for a day trip. Lake Arrowhead is a private lake & is accessible to guests staying at properties with lake rights if the owners have permitted guests to use their ALA (Arrowhead Lake Association) passes. If this is the case, the Amenity “lake access” will be checked on the listing. In our list of properties, the Gingerbread Cottage is providing lake access. With lake access, specifically, the lake trail is accessible. There is a $10 per person per day fee that is required to be paid to receive a wristband for access. More information can be found on the ALA website. Swimming is allowed from the lake trail at any location except the beach clubs (these are restricted to owners). There is no ability to launch boats or SUPs on the lake. The Village is lakefront & is the main area for shops & restaurants & has a fitness center as well. The Queen boat is a tour boat on Lake Arrowhead that provides much of the history of the town - tickets can be purchased at the shop by the lake. There is a local company that offers water skiing lessons boat tours & rentals. This area has more of a small town & alpine feel to it. The Villas area (south side of the lake) in Lake Arrowhead is cooler & gets more snow that lasts longer than the north side of the lake which gets more sun in the winter & is hotter in the summer. The Villas area is an older area with older homes & narrower streets. The Tudor House is an event center offering Sunday brunch & a variety of events. Skypark is a local attraction as well as Snow Valley for skiing for both Lake Arrowhead & Lake Gregory. Lake Arrowhead is 15 minutes up the mountain from Lake Gregory. Lake Gregory is a public lake in the town of Crestline, a small town about 20 minutes from the base of the mountain of San Bernardino. It is the closest mountain town to events & locations “down the hill”. In the past few years, the lake operations have become privately managed with significant improvements being done at the lake including the development of a water park, beach improvements, & boat, kayak, & canoe rentals. There is a fee to access the beach area & the water park & on the Lake Gregory website. Crestline has a small-town alpine feel with the lake nestled amongst the tall trees. Crestline gets less snow than the other 2 lake locations. The quaint town has restaurants, coffee shops, & thrift stores. Twin Peaks/Blue Jay sits in between Crestline & Lake Arrowhead & is convenient to both lakes. It has its restaurants, shops, & thrift stores. It is famous for its outdoor farmer’s market on Thursday afternoons (seasonal). The age minimum is 25 (families with kids welcome). To make it more affordable for smaller groups, an extra guest fee of $15 per guest per night applies after 2 people. 4WD and chains are required in the event of snow in the winter A BBQ is provided at the house, however, please be aware that we do not refill propane. We will reimburse you if you need to fill the propane. If you will arrive late, local stores may be closed or if it's a holiday may run out of propane so it is advised to bring your own propane tank. if you plan to use the BBQ on the day of arrival. For 28+ night stays, please inquire first (not instant book); the following deposits apply: Refundable damage deposit is $100 Refundable cleaning deposit is $350 Although we love puppies, we cannot accept dogs under 1 year old. Note: The cleaning fee for 28+ night stays is higher than the short-term cleaning fee in the listing. For stays 28 nights or longer, the cleaning fee is $280. The difference between this fee and the initial cleaning fee paid upon booking will be collected along with the deposits before check-in. Immediately after booking you will receive our short rental agreement to review and accept. For your convenience in cleaning up any messes or spills we provide handiwipes and bar rags as an eco-friendly alternative to paper towels. We also provide Swedish dish cloths instead of sponges. There is a sign in the house explaining the benefits, however if you prefer paper towels or sponges during your stay feel free to bring them. We want to prepare you the best we can for an exceptional stay with us. PETS: We are happy to announce our Happy Paws Community Program to help local animal shelters re-home and save the lives of animals. We donate 25% of pet fees to a local shelter/animal rescue. We are also launching our Happy Paws promotion for pet parents who help us get the word out about the program. To participate, follow the wick and easy steps in the guidebook under “Pet Parents” to post a picture of you and your furry family member. The picture must be posted before check-out and make sure to tag us. The refund will be provided back to you within 5 days of check-out. The Short Term Pet discounted fee for non-shedding dogs is $25 per night per pet If your dog is on the list we will need a picture of you and your pet(s) (together) submitted prior to check-in day. The Short Term regular Pet fee for other dogs or approved pets is $50 per night per pet. The Long Term Pet fee (28+ nights or longer) is $150 per dog per month. For non-shedding pets on the list the monthly fee is $95 per month. There is a refundable pet deposit if more than 2 approved pets of $500. Here are the list of non-shedding dogs: Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier American Hairless Terrier Australian Cobberdog Australian Silky Terrier Basenji Beagle Bedlington Terrier Bichon Frise Bolognese Border Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Cairn Terrier Chinese Crested Coton de Tulear Dachshund French Bulldog Giant Schnauzer Hairless Terrier Highland Terrier Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Italian Greyhound Kerry Blue Terrier Komondor Lagotto Romagnolo Lakeland Terrier Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltese Shih Tzu Miniature Schnauzer Poodle Mix Portuguese Water Dog Puli Saluki Scottish Terrier Shih Tzu Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Standard Schnauzer Welsh Terrier Whippet Xoloitzcuintli Yorkshire Terrier