Honeymoon Cottage

Sturtevant Camp was a great spot for my girlfriend and I but it would be pretty fun with groups as well. There's a lot to do and the kitchen is fully stocked. We mostly stayed around camp the entire weekend and had a blast but there are plenty of hikes in the area to take advantage of as well. Highly recommended.

I went out to the Retreat Cabin twice with a group of friends and had a blast both times. The hike in is beautiful and takes about 3.5 hours, which is my favorite part about staying at the camp. Anyone can go car camping, but what stands out to me about this place is that you have to put in a little bit of work but the pay off is absolutely worth it. Once there you can start a campfire, there is a full kitchen if you want to cook, board games, nearby hikes, zip line, or you can just find a chair relax and read. If you have any concerns email Deb before you head out she is very good about getting back to you especially during the week days. Can't wait to come back!

Great place to hang out in the woods for a few days. Coffee in the morning and electricity at night (also a good time to try the zipline). If you're looking for a leisurely stay in the forest, with a day hike up to Mt. Wilson or something longer, this place is perfect. Deb is an amazing host, and it was fun to have our things packed in by mules for a change. The hike in and out is pretty challenging but shaded most of the way - highly recommend.

Such a hidden gem. Cabins and lodging have a rich history dating back to the 1800's. Perfect alternative to camping if you don't feel like roughing it en route to Mt. Zion, Woodson, or if you're on the Chantry Flats loop. Deb, the camp manager, was accommodating and welcomed us when we arrived. I would highly recommend staying here if you are looking for an unconventional weekend getaway in Southern California.

We had a really memorable time staying at the Honeymoon Cottage. Sturtevant Camp is such a special place and reasonably accessible. We had a nice lunch stop on the way up and made it in 3 hours on the nice, shady trail.. The hammocks were ready for an afternoon snooze and the communal dining hall and kitchen made dinner, board games, and ping pong an enjoyable social experience. It was great that we didn't have to carry the weight of sleeping bags, a tent or cooking equipment. All was provided there at the camp. Deb was right there at the pack station when we arrived to give us directions on the trail. Thank you, Sturtevant staff! We will be back soon!

Our stay was really awesome. Brad was there to greet us when we arrived (barely before nightfall). He set us up in an even better cabin. From the hike to the camp itself, it was all incredibly special. Definitely great for a group! The hike took us under 2 hours but it was tough, so plan for some spare time. We would definitely come back

Response from Deb, the Host, on December 28th, 2017

Danielle, thank you so much for your review. Brad said that you were absolutely delightful couple to have in Camp. Come back any time. Our group cabins are also listed on Hip Camp so you can have fun with more people. See you soon.

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We absolutely loved our entire experience! We actually ended up staying in the guest cabins (Deb was nice enough to let us stay there since the Honeymoon Cottage was booked). The 4.25 mile hike in was so perfect and beautiful. Some parts are completely covered and damp and then other overlook the entire valley. The trail is pretty busy (especially towards the front) and we saw a lot of other dogs but everyone was very kind and almost all of the dogs were on leash. Once we got to the campsite we immediately felt peaceful and accommodated. Our cabin was tidy and once the heat was turned on it was nice and cozy. We enjoyed the grounds and all of the activities (zipline, swings, hammocks, dinning hall, board games). Another group of campers even offered us some of their homemade curry that was delicious and so generous. We had a great nights sleep and then loved our hike back (we even ended up taking a different route back on accident that seemed to be a short cut). We definitely will be coming back!

Response from Deb, the Host, on February 19th, 2018

Thank you Loretta for your wonderful review. I am so happy you had a good time. Spread the word ;-o))

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Great host! Comfortable cabin! Very relaxing!

Very warm, charming, and cozy at this campground. There's a heater in the Honeymoon Cottage, so no cold nights. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare the food you bring. It's a beautiful 4 mile hike to the camp and upon arrival we played badminton, croquet, zip lined, and hiked some more down the nature trail to the heliport. Deb, the host, was very helpful with any questions and super dog friendly!