
Idyllwild, California 92549
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $419,900—positioned above the $406,102 Fair Market Value. While the property requires a full interior rehab due to its Condition Rating of 5, the cabin retains authentic 1970s character, including soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and a wraparound deck with mountain and forest views. This asset offers a unique canvas for value-add renovations. It is an ideal acquisition for Fix-and-Flip Investors or creative owner-occupants looking to restore a historic mountain retreat.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 53460 Country Club Subject | $419,900* List Price | 2 | 3 | 1,320 | $308 | - |
A 53460 Tollgate Road Active Under Contract | $319,000 List Price | 1 | 1 | 888 | $359 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1979 and explicitly described as retaining its original 1970s character, this 45-year-old cabin features an original kitchen, retro shag carpeting, and vintage finishes. Based on the criteria for properties over 30 years old without significant renovations, it is classified as poor due to the age of the systems and the need for a full interior rehab to meet modern standards.
The cabin features soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and exposed beams that preserve a rare, nostalgic 1970s aesthetic often lost in modern renovations.
Situated among mature pines with a wraparound deck, the property offers a private, immersive forest experience with beautiful mountain and tree views.
The 1,320 sqft floor plan includes a loft-style design and a lower-level living space, providing more functional separation and volume than typical two-bedroom cabins.
The interior features original 1970s finishes, including the kitchen and carpeting, which will likely necessitate a significant budget for modern updates.
As a 1979 build with original features, the home may lack modern insulation and energy-efficient systems, potentially resulting in higher seasonal utility costs.
Welcome to The Bird House, a wonderfully nostalgic mountain cabin tucked beneath the towering pines of Idyllwild. Affectionately known by the neighbors for years as the Bird House, this charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat comes with something you simply can’t recreate—a story. Originally built in the 1970s by the grandfather of the current owner, the cabin eventually passed out of the family. Decades later, the family had the rare opportunity to reacquire it, bringing a special piece of their history back home and once again making it their mountain getaway. Step through the cheerful turquoise front door and it feels like stepping back in time. The cabin has remained remarkably true to its roots, retaining much of its original 1970s character. Soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, exposed beams, vintage wood paneling, retro carpeting, an original kitchen and nostalgic finishes create an authentic mountain atmosphere. The main living space is open and airy, with dramatic wood ceilings and windows framing the surrounding forest. A wood-burning stove set against a stone hearth adds another quintessential cabin touch, while the open staircase and loft-style architecture give the home an unexpectedly spacious feel. Upstairs continues the vintage charm with exposed wood ceilings and treetop views, while the lower level provides additional living space with its own retro personality. Outside, the cabin nearly disappears into its wooded setting. Mature trees surround the property, creating a quiet, tucked-away feeling, while the wraparound deck provides the perfect place for morning coffee or simply listening to the breeze through the pines. Cedar-shake accents, rustic architecture and that unforgettable turquoise door add just the right amount of quirky mountain charm. For the vintage enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy an authentic 1970s cabin that hasn’t had its character remodeled away. For the buyer with a more modern vision, its manageable footprint offers an inviting canvas to update while preserving the architectural details that make it special. The Bird House is not a cookie-cutter mountain remodel—and that is precisely the point. It is warm, wonderfully retro, a little quirky and filled with history. A family cabin that somehow found its way home again is now ready for someone new to love it. Come experience the Bird House—and write the next chapter of its story.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 9.6 mi
Grades 6-8 • 11.9 mi
Grades 9-12 • 11.7 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.4 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,320 | 1,243.292 |
| Lot Size | 5,663 | 11,988.042 |
| Price | $419.9K | $483.7K |
| Price per sq ft | $318 | $347 |
| Built year | 1979 | 1963 |
| HOA | $0 | $88 |
| Days on market | 22 | 78 |
Aug 18, 2026
$419,900
Initial Listing
Jun 1, 2020
$320,000
Public Record
Jan 26, 1994
$108,000
Public Record