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LIVING FREE ANIMAL SANCTUARY MC-3 1
NEW SPIRIT EARTH SHOES
www.living-free.org Daily 11am-4pm except Wednesday. We’re a nonprofit, no-kill sanctuary rescuing dogs & cats from shelters and finding them homes. Visit our open catteries and unique kennels-inthe-round, set on the property’s scenic 160 acres.
newspiritlove.org New Spirit is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) selling apparel, hats, jewelry, accessories and Earth shoes at great prices. With your purchase you are assisting us in funding our charity programs.
54250 Keen Camp Rd., Mountain Center (951) 659-4687
CAMPS/RETREATS BUCKHORN CAMP
24641 Highway 243 • (951) 659-2995
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CampBuckhorn.org - Committed to providing an inspirational environment for a diverse community of faiths and organizations. Open year round for groups of 35 to 350! Fantastic Views, Fabulous Fun, Fine Food.
PRAIRIE DOVE
54360 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-5518
ATOMIC COW CREAMERY
REMEMBER WHEN TOYS IDYLLWILD SODA POP & SWEET SHOP H-11 11 54225 North Circle Dr. #17 • (951) 659-6456
Step back in time. Enjoy old-fashioned root beers and classic toys. Bulk and retro candies, premium bottled sodas, and the world’s best toys for ages baby-to-80! (Up-
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Gourmet soft-serve ice cream, shakes, floats and sundaes. Fresh made bubble waffles and waffles on a stick. Toys for all ages and fun novelty gifts.
BLACK MOUNTAIN COFFEE ROASTING 54425 N. Circle Drive, Unit# 7 J-9 4 951-468-5095
www.blkmtncoffee.com - Our tasting room offers direct trade (farm to cup) coffee beans we roast fresh on site. Enjoy a tasting or bags of coffee from around the world. Experience Idyllwild’s only pour-over coffee!
THE ELEPHANT WALK HOME STORE I-9 5 54-385 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-0659
Unique Gifts & Home Decor Pre’ de Provence Soaps , Glass Mosaic Lamps from Turkey, Jewelry, Cashmere Shawls, Blue Q Socks, Nepal Hobo Bags, Colonial Taper Candles, Yard Art & Much More! Hours - 11 to 5, Thursday through Monday.
FERN VALLEY EMPORIUM
54965 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-1926
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fernvalleyemporium. com - Antiques, collectibles, cabin decor, furniture, gifts, pinball, jukeboxes, vintage audio & just neat stuff. Bring your lunch & enjoy our decks & terraces overlooking Strawberry Creek. IDYLLWILD KNITS
54405 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2145
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A four-member family that designs and makes knits and crochets including sweaters, caps, scarves, mittens and purses. Babies to adults, men and women. Plus featuring pottery by Denise Selby.
MOUNTAIN POTTERY
54716 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-7117
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mountain-pottery.com - We offer classes in wheel throwing, hand-building, sculpting and glazing. Also, special workshops, private parties, home school classes, community events, memberships, open studio and a gallery shop. Walk-ins welcome!
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The Prairie Dove Cottage, a destination Boutique for ladies petite to generous. Located in a lovely garden setting. Staff is relaxed and friendly. We specialize in beautiful clothing and jewelry with comfort and style. Celebrating our 22nd year!
GIFTS/RETAIL SHOPS 54245 North Circle Dr Unit C-3 (951) 659-4043
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54325 North Circle Dr., #101 • (951) 659-3100, (909) 910-5005
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SACRED SOUL CREATIONS - PETS & PEOPLE BOUTIQUE H-10 12 54225 North Circle Drive (upstairs in the Fort) • (909) 227-7450
Psychic readings, crystals, incense, candles, goat milk soaps, natural beauty products, clothing, lamps, jewelry, handcrafted items, natural pet treats and supplies. Come visit our unique boutique and schedule your psychic reading today. STOPLIGHT 4 TREASURES ’N’ RUSTY JUNK 25965 Hwy. 243 • (951) 852-0568 H-10 13 Find us on Facebook - A unique place to shop! Quality used furniture, household decor, handmade j ewelr y, r us t y junk, clothing, books, movies, kitchen items, vintage goodies, salvage & upcycle, painted furniture and so much more. SUB ROSA APOTHECARY
IDYLLWILD LIBRARY
rivlib.com - County Public Library with public Internet access computers and wireless. Service Hours: Mon: 10-6, Tue: 12-8, Wed: 10-6, Thu, Fri: 12-5, Sat: 10-4, Closed Sunday.
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FERN CREEK MEDICAL CENTER
54910 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-9912
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ferncreekmedical center@gmail.com - Traditional family practice and therapeutic lifestyle medicine are brought together to offer patients the tools to improve their quality of life and overall health. IDYLLWILD PHARMACY
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54391 Village Center Dr., Strawberry Creek Sq. • (951) 659-2135
idyllwildpharmacy.com Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Digital photo processing, magazines, greeting cards, gifts, prepaid card center, vitamins and supplements, cosmetics, home health care, prescriptions & more.
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54950 Pine Crest Ave. • 1 (800) 409-2127 or (951) 659-3342
creekstoneinn.com - A cozy, luxurious inn, each of its nine rooms perfect for a romantic c o u p l e s g e t a w a y. Most rooms have fireplaces, some have spa tubs for two. Self-serve gourmet kitchen.
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IDYLLWILD BUNKHOUSE
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25525 Hwy. 243 • Toll free - (951) 659-2201
idyllwildbunkhouse.com Perched on a hillside overlooking the San Jacinto State Forest, the Idyllwild Bunkhouse offers a casual mountain retreat that’s perfect for families, adventure seekers, pet owners! Call For Weekday Specials.
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newspiritvacation homes.com - Specializing in luxury vacation homes. Amazing Mountain, Desert and Coastal properties. Custom-built log home, architectural masterpieces, unique properties like The Dome. Perfect to relax, enjoy amazing views, pool/spa, walk to town, private and pet friendly.
REAL ESTATE
54325 North Circle Dr., #102 • (951) 659-3100, (909) 910-5005
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from farm fresh ingredients, enjoy our gardens, or a stroll along adjacent Strawberry Creek. 55251 South Circle Dr. (951) 659-2934
54300 Village Center Dr. • 1 (888) 659-2552
IDYLLWILD VACATION CABINS
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54380 North Circle Dr., Unit C • (951) 659-5444
idyllwildvacation cabins.com - 40 Vacation Cabins sleeping 1-22 guests. 24-hr customer service! All cabins professionally cleaned. Pet friendly, walkable to town, hot tubs, secluded and most with cable and Internet. MILE HIGH COUNTRY INN
54605 North Circle Dr. RESERVATIONS (951) 659-2931
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milehighcountry inn.com - Guest rooms and intimate suites with Whirlpool tubs and private decks. Air conditioning, fireplaces, king beds, Wi-Fi, cable TV, fridges, microwaves and coffee. No pets. Cash only. Low rates. Check in at 2 p.m.
54405 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2145
idyllwildtowncrier.com - Idyllwild’s vibrant, community newspaper. Published weekly. Est. 1946. Also offers color copy & fax service, as well as maps, guides & souvenirs.
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MOUNTAIN HIGH ESCROW
joann@mountainhighescrow.com - Over 40 years of escrow experience. Providing professional, quality escrow service for residential, commercial, manufactured homes & land escrows as well as refinances and exchanges. Notary services are also available.
RECREATION IDYLLWILD AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM 54470 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2717 J-8 34 idyllwildhistory.org - Public museum preserving the history of Idyllwild and the San Jacinto Mountains, housed in a 1930s vacation cabin. Admission free. Open weekends & holidays all year, plus expanded summer schedule. Find us on Facebook.
MOUNTAIN MANIACS ARCADE/ THE ARCADE ESCAPE
www.TheArcadeEscape.com - Lights, prizes, action! Games galore! Get your fix from Ms. PAC-MAN, air hockey and more. Book our puzzle Escape Room or plan your birthday party in our private room.
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tahquitzpines.com - Tahquitz Pines is a place to relax, be renewed and grow closer to God. We can accommodate groups of 20 to 200 in our rustic resort style lodging.
WOODLAND PARK MANOR
55350 South Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2657
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woodlandpark manor.com - Exclusive selection of cottages, cabins/vacation rentals. Charming cottages nestled in the pines of Fern Valley. Wooded park & pool. Cabin rentals in beautiful settings — some with hot tubs & most welcome pets.
MARKET/FOOD STORE VILLAGE MARKET
26000 Hwy. 243 • (951) 659-3800
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THE local neighborhood store offering farm fresh organics, grass fed meat and variety of your everyday needs all at competitive prices. Campers/Hikers get your supplies here. See you soon!
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54225 N. Circle Dr. Suite 10 • (951) 659-1011
RESTAURANTS/CAFÉS GASTROGNOME RESTAURANT
54381 Ridgeview Dr. • (951) 659-5055
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Idyllwild’s own, since 1973: serving fresh fish, unique pasta dishes, steaks, lamb & nightly specials. Light-eater entrees. Homemade bread & desserts. Cocktails. Summer patios & winter fires. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
HIGHER GROUNDS
54245 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-1379
The coldest beer in town - large selection of imported beer. Best fast burger and burrito in town. All kinds of cigarettes. Sundries and motor oil. Open 6a.m.9p.m.
IDYOLOGY
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54905 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-5962
Restaurant and music house with a u n i q u e h i l l b i l l y, mountain lovin’ twist. Serving organic, locally farmed, fresh-ingredient foods with a fun, hip, relaxing backwoods experience. MIDDLE RIDGE WINERY TASTING GALLERY 54301 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-9000 I-10 42 www.middle ridge.com Where wine, art and friends meet! Join us for award-winning wine, rotating art exhibits, and live music in 4,000 sq. ft. of comfortable, rustic elegance. Located across from the Rustic Theatre. MOUNTAIN CENTER CAFE
29470 Highway 243 • (951) 659-2600
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mountaincentercafe.com - We are family owned and operated. Open daily at 6:30 a.m. Enjoy our daily specials, fresh baked desserts and friendly service. We offer pet-friendly outdoor decks.
RED KETTLE
54220 N. Circle Dr. • (951) 659-4063
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www.perrysredkettle.com Classic American diner in a casual mountain setting. Friendly service and great food make for a real treat. Don’t forget to save room for our homemade pie! Open 7 am to 2 pm daily.
TOMMY’S KITCHEN
54700 North Circle Dr. • (951) 468-4222
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Swiss -infused American restaurant. (Omelettes to birchermuesli, burgers to sennen rosti.) With weekly lunch specials, beloved Sunday brunch breakfast buffet, and the only full salad bar on the Hill!
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T he L i v ing Room of Idyllwild welcomes you to locally roasted coffee, pastries and overstuffed chairs. Open daily 6am7pm. Weekend music until 9 pm. Organic and Fair Trade Coffee.
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IDYLLWILD ICE CREAM AND JERKY
54282 North Circle Dr. (next to the Rustic)
(951) 468-4569
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26128 Highway 243 • (951) 659-3437
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lakehemetrecreation. com - Do you enjoy R&R in a peaceful treelined lake setting? Reserve your lake view cabin today or bring your RV for a peaceful outdoor experience. Fishing and boat rentals available.
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TAHQUITZ PINES CONFERENCE CENTER
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idyllwildinn.com - Fireplace cabins with kitchens from studios to 3 bedrooms. Theme rooms with fireplaces, cable TV, phones & Wi-Fi, all units. Convenient, yet secluded. Pets welcome. Midweek discounts.
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quietcreekinn. com - Sitting on over 7 acres along a private stretch of iconic Strawberry Creek. FERN VALLEY INN L-4 19 We offer expan25210 Fern Valley Rd. • (951) 659-8100 sive grounds, fernvalleyinn.com gardens, paths, hammocks, and modern cabins & - Quiet neighboramenities. hood location. 10 clean and comfortSILVER PINES LODGE & VILLAGE J-10 27 25955 Cedar St. (951) 659-4335 able rooms with silverpineslodge. fireplaces, some com - Historic Lodge with kitchens. Free - Cabins, lodge Wi-Fi. No Pets & Smoking. Electric car charging rooms, houses, & 11 stations. No minimum stay! new village rooms 100 yards away from GRAND IDYLLWILD LODGE K-4 20 “Ferro Restaurant.” 54820 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-2383 Group & Conference www.grand facilities available. idyllwild lodge. com - The STRAWBERRY CREEK INN G-12 28 Grand 26370 Highway 243 (951) 659-3202 seamlessstrawberrycreekly combines elegant grandeur with a sense of inn.com - Offering rugged mountain adventure. Guests will enjoy an peaceful luxuries array of amenities including a full breakfast, spa and simple pleaservices, fitness room and sauna, in a prime sures: savor a location near town. breakfast made
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54401 Village Center Dr., Strawberry Creek Sq. • (951) 659-2300
54200 North Circle Dr. • (800) 918-1820
www.subrosaapothecary. com - Discover the smallest botanical apothecary in the world! Nestled behind the Wishing Fountain in the Village Lane, Sub Rosa Apothecary is an Old World treasure, offering natural products found nowhere else.
LODGING
1-10 39 Premium Ice Cream, HandDipped Ice Cream Bars, Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shakes, Soft Serve, Chocolate-Dipped Bananas/Cheesecake, Shaved Ice, Hot Chocolate, Nachos, Giant Hot Dogs, Cold/Hot Drinks AND Premium Locally-Made Gourmet “Idyllwild Jerky.”
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