Bison Lodge For Quiet Contemplation, Modern Conveniences, AC/Wifi & Pets
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Bison Lodge For Quiet Contemplation, Modern Conveniences, AC/Wifi & Pets
Julian, California, 92036
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Amenities
Horse riding
Hiking
Gym
Wi-Fi in public areas
Mountain climbing
Mountain biking
Rock climbing
BBQ
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Property Description
In 2023/2024, we completed a list of property improvements for this beautiful and charming house:
(1) added mini-split A/C for the upstairs bedroom, living room, and dining/kitchen,
(2) replaced the roof so it is now Energy Star efficient,
(3) added solar panels and backup battery to reduce the property's carbon footprint,
(4) repaired the aging cedar wood siding and improved installation,
(5) completed a plumbing inspection and upgrades,
(5) replaced three sets of balcony doors.
The solar panel and backup batteries will make things easier during SDG&E's "Safety Power Shutoff." This means our guests will be more comfortable in this beautiful house (i.e., warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.) We continue to plant hundreds of daffodils, tall bearded irises, and seeding wildflowers inside and outside the property each year.
We continue to be concerned about your health and safety. Therefore, we disinfect and deep clean our property after each customer visit. You will find a supply of cleaning and disinfecting items under each sink area (i.e., kitchen, upstairs bathroom, and downstairs bathroom). Liquid hand soap is also available at each of these locations.
The most often customer comment is that the property pictures do not do justice to the beauty and scale of this property. We will let you be the judge on this.
This property is best suited for families with children and pets, especially when you and your family are interested in accessing Julian with modern conveniences and comfort. Please note that we are provisioning this property for 6 -persons maximum, and exceptions will require the property owner's approval. For example, a recent guest asked us to support an 18-person family party, which we declined. We do not support large parties of any kind. We strive to have a calm, beautiful, and well-maintained property that can delight all of us.
If you are looking for a property to celebrate elderly parents (i.e., Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc.), this may not be your property. We have a 14-step stair connecting the upstairs and downstairs. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are all located upstairs. Alternatively, a gradual garden side walkway leads to the kitchen backdoor to access the upstairs, but this may not work for your elderly parents. In addition, this property is not wheelchair accessible.
Located only 5 minutes (approximately 2 miles) from downtown Julian, Bison Lodge provides couples and families a quiet, romantic getaway. The property was completely remodeled a few years back, with the notion of opening the living spaces to allow for quiet contemplation. The Bison Lodge offers two master-suite bedrooms and a third bedroom located downstairs. These three bedrooms provide privacy and charm. Each room is uniquely decorated with a specific theme and ambiance and tastefully appointed for comfort. In addition, the separately fenced gardens are ideal for children, four-legged kids (with a dog fee), outdoor dining, bird watching, and stargazing.
We love having morning coffee on the balcony and backyard, looking at the distant hills, sky, flowers, and birds in the gardens.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).There's a $100 pet fee - Up to 2 medium size dogs..About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:ALL HOLIDAY BOOKINGS ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE.There are absolutely no outdoor fires allowed.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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9.8/10
Cleanliness9.8
Amenities9.8
Location9.8
Service9.8
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Jess Martin County Park
(1.4 km)
Landmarks: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
(1.7 km)
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10
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
3 bedrooms: 2 sofa beds 1 queen bed and 2 king beds
Non-smoking
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9.8/10
Outstanding
40 reviews

- Cleanliness9.8
- Amenities9.8
- Location9.8
- Service9.8
Average for similar properties in Julian

Guest User
August 10, 2025

We had a nice stay at the property. The home is decorated beautifully and the bird watching was delightful. Thanks for a nice stay.

Guest User
July 9, 2025

4th of July Getaway
My family and I had a teriffic time staying here. This was our 3rd time at the Bison and we have always enjoyed ourselves. Its so peacful here. Lookomg forward to furure visits.

Guest User
June 24, 2025

A Quiet Getaway
My sister and I had a much needed getaway! We stayed at the property the entire time, relaxing and sitting out on the deck, watching the birds and listening to the wind in the pines. We left rested and refreshed.Our only issue was the inside stairway. It is steep and can be a challenge. The outside walkway isn't as bad, but could be for someone with mobility or respiratory issues. Other than that, our stay was a pleasure.

Guest User
June 9, 2025

The property was clean and a beautiful place to stay.

Guest User
June 3, 2025

Perfect getaway
This was our second time staying at Bison Lodge. The first time we stayed in 2021 and it snowed and was gorgeous. This time we got to enjoy all the beautiful landscape which is meticulously maintained. Beds are very comfortable. Everything was clean. Love the way the house is decorated. Large kitchen if you decide to stay in and cook like we did. Any questions I had were answered right away….good communication.

Guest User
December 30, 2024

Very Nice Home
We have stayed in this home numerous times. It is very well appointed in all areas. Beds are comfortable and cozy, public spaces are spacious, and the kitchen has everything you need for cooking and baking. It is the perfect size for my family.

Guest User
September 19, 2023

Fun getaway
We originally reserved this house back in February for my husbands birthday but unfortunately had to reschedule due to the extreme winter weather
Julian was snowed in and the host was kind enough to contact us and offered us a future rescheduled weekend
Glad we rescheduled for September
The weather was perfect and it was apple season so we enjoyed going apple picking
The house is a perfect location and the house was charming and comfortable
Came equipped with anything you’d need
I’m a bird nerd and there were so many birds
There were bird feeders on the upstairs deck which attracted a variety of birds
Along with other wild life like a family of deer in the neighborhood & wild Turkey
Also tons of stars !
It was a great home base for exploring the area

Guest User
April 24, 2024

Fun Weekend!
Our family had a great stat at this spacious and relaxing house. Big interestingly decorated rooms and convenient location made the trip easy. The host was in regular contact to make sure we were prepared for our trip and settling in. We'd happily visit again. Thanks!

Guest User
March 18, 2024

Thank You!
Thank You we enjoyed our stay!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Horse riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Gym
Wi-Fi in public areas
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Health & Wellness
Mountain climbing
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Mountain biking
Off-site
Rock climbing
Off-site
Gym
Public Areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Kids' board games/puzzles
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 25 years old
Property host

Barbara Schor
Speaks: English
About this property
In 2023/2024, we completed a list of property improvements for this beautiful and charming house:
(1) added mini-split A/C for the upstairs bedroom, living room, and dining/kitchen,
(2) replaced the roof so it is now Energy Star efficient,
(3) added solar panels and backup battery to reduce the property's carbon footprint,
(4) repaired the aging cedar wood siding and improved installation,
(5) completed a plumbing inspection and upgrades,
(5) replaced three sets of balcony doors.
The solar panel and backup batteries will make things easier during SDG&E's "Safety Power Shutoff." This means our guests will be more comfortable in this beautiful house (i.e., warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.) We continue to plant hundreds of daffodils, tall bearded irises, and seeding wildflowers inside and outside the property each year.
We continue to be concerned about your health and safety. Therefore, we disinfect and deep clean our property after each customer visit. You will find a supply of cleaning and disinfecting items under each sink area (i.e., kitchen, upstairs bathroom, and downstairs bathroom). Liquid hand soap is also available at each of these locations.
The most often customer comment is that the property pictures do not do justice to the beauty and scale of this property. We will let you be the judge on this.
This property is best suited for families with children and pets, especially when you and your family are interested in accessing Julian with modern conveniences and comfort. Please note that we are provisioning this property for 6 -persons maximum, and exceptions will require the property owner's approval. For example, a recent guest asked us to support an 18-person family party, which we declined. We do not support large parties of any kind. We strive to have a calm, beautiful, and well-maintained property that can delight all of us.
If you are looking for a property to celebrate elderly parents (i.e., Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc.), this may not be your property. We have a 14-step stair connecting the upstairs and downstairs. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are all located upstairs. Alternatively, a gradual garden side walkway leads to the kitchen backdoor to access the upstairs, but this may not work for your elderly parents. In addition, this property is not wheelchair accessible.
Located only 5 minutes (approximately 2 miles) from downtown Julian, Bison Lodge provides couples and families a quiet, romantic getaway. The property was completely remodeled a few years back, with the notion of opening the living spaces to allow for quiet contemplation. The Bison Lodge offers two master-suite bedrooms and a third bedroom located downstairs. These three bedrooms provide privacy and charm. Each room is uniquely decorated with a specific theme and ambiance and tastefully appointed for comfort. In addition, the separately fenced gardens are ideal for children, four-legged kids (with a dog fee), outdoor dining, bird watching, and stargazing.
We love having morning coffee on the balcony and backyard, looking at the distant hills, sky, flowers, and birds in the gardens.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).There's a $100 pet fee - Up to 2 medium size dogs..About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:ALL HOLIDAY BOOKINGS ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE.There are absolutely no outdoor fires allowed.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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Hotel Star Rating | 4 |
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