Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
K
3 weeks ago
1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat
This cabin, location & host, John, all were truly such a treat! John is an absolutely wonderful human. He went above and beyond as a host to ensure we got in, settled and enjoyed ourselves. It’s clear the love and care he’s put into this property and for his guests. The cabin was comfortable, beautifully designed & the morning views were stunning. Thank you for having us!
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selby
November 2025
1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat
Magic, authentic, star-filled. What a magnificent spot! Wish we could have stayed longer. Be sure to bring blankets-and maybe an extra foam topper. Truly memorable!
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Nikhil
November 2025
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
We had a wonderful short stay at John’s cabin. He has made everything so thoughtfully and we felt very comfortable. The location was easy to find and the views are unbeatable! We will surely be back.
John has a huge property and a trail along the boundary. Also, the silence at the place was exactly what we were looking for.
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Blaine
October 2025
1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat
Greta place! What the owner has done with the entire project is quaint, romantic, and unique- all making for an amazing stay. Look no farther than here and you won’t regret it!
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juan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
Incredible place to space out and live off the grid for a moment. Not to mention the welcoming energy John brings to the place. Just wonderful.
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Diptee
August 2025
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
This was the perfect little romantic getaway! My partner and I had the best time, and I can also see how wonderful it would be for some peaceful solo time. It’s private, quiet, calm, and incredibly relaxing. The stargazing was exceptional.
John’s off-the-grid home is truly beautiful, and it’s amazing to see the love and care he put into building his cabin. You can really feel his positive energy in the space, and his lifestyle is so inspiring. The paved pathway was well maintained, and we felt comfortable driving up in a sedan.
Check-in was smooth, and John went above and beyond with a thoughtful, thorough walkthrough of the property. He’s thought of all the little details to make sure guests have the best possible experience!
This place exceeded our expectations — we’ll definitely be back!
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Joohee
August 2025
With kids
John is such a great host! Also, the cabin is super cute and the environment is stunning! We took our 3 year old toddler, and he loved it! We would definitely want to revisit!
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Leslie
August 2025
With pets
Very cozy cabin with beautiful views and walking paths. The drive into John's land is part of the whole experience too - really makes you feel like you're entering a different world and getting away from the hustle of the city. The cabin is small (ideal for 2 people) but we were able to fit in a pack-n-play for our infant too, who slept like a dream thanks to the peaceful quiet and the breezy weather at night. My husband & I enjoyed sitting by the fire pit to decompress, but also loved keeping things dark to soak in the incredible stargazing views.
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N.
July 2025
1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat
Everything that has been said before about John and his Hipcamp are true 10xs over. He's kind,, thorough, informative, has thought of everything a camper might need. He has an eye for your arrival and is very welcoming.
He is also making improvements to the site. I have a feeling he never stops looking to keep up the site.
Stayed at the cabin. The front picnic area now is paved, has pavers to retain the sand and there are two benches for extra seating. He is also in the midst of putting in an outside sink next to the privy.
Very hospitable. You'll enjoy your stay.
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Richie
June 2025
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
Discovering this place was an absolute win for my girlfriend and I who was looking for a place to getaway from for the weekend! We stayed in this very charming wooden cabin that was equipped with a pull out bed, fridge and a small sink. There are free showers available at the entrance of the property also equipped with deep sinks for dishwashing, basically you have everything you need to be comfortable. The place was so well kept and cleaned and the best part about this place was honest the host John! This sweet human being welcomed us when we arrived late into the night, showed us around the cabin and it’s features and than later he showed us the additional buildings around his property. We then found out that everything on this establishment was built be John himself, all the buildings, all the mechanics to keeping the place running was all done by him! John, if you’re reading this, we would love to come back again for a visit! We had such a lovely time, thank you so very much for accommodating us!
- Richie and Annie
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Jessica
June 2025
With pets
This was our second time at this lovely little cabin. A longer stay and still wonderful. John put a lot of work in the waking paths and it is like it’s own mini nature park. Can’t ask for a better host!
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Fernanda
May 2025
With pets
We had a great time at John's place and the view's were incredible. He gave us a walkthrough of the property and mentioned he had built everything which is very impressive. The cabin is very clean and has everything you need for a peaceful night's stay. The stars at night were magical. Overall, our family had a relaxing time unwinding with our pups in nature.
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Denise
May 2025
With pets
This cabin is super fun and funky! We absolutely loved it! The host is amazing as well!! But the views!!! OH THE VIEWS - absolutely amazing and on a dark night I imagine the stars are super visible (it was the day after a full moon so not too dark) if we weren’t on the way to move across the country we would totally go back and try out the trails on the property also!
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May 2025
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
What a wonderful location! The cabin was what we wanted in a getaway and more. The host, John is also the best and you can see he truly respects the land by caring for it. The view of the valley is magical and the intention of how John set the property up shows it off so well. Any spot on this property will be a great time 😊
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david
April 2025
With pets
Lovely natural setting. Very clean and functional cabin. Gracious and thoughtful host. Overall fantastic experience.
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Joshua
April 2025
1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat
I started my trip tent camping at nearby Jawbone Canyon, but after a windy night, I decided to look for something a bit more comfortable for the next evening. That’s when I found John’s cabin in Tehachapi. I messaged him, and within 10 minutes he replied—super responsive! I booked immediately.
Since check-in wasn’t until 2 p.m., I hiked the Tehachapi Mountain Trail off Water Canyon Road (highly recommend—stunning views) before heading to the cabin. John welcomed me warmly and gave me a tour of the property. That’s when I learned two incredible things: a) John had built everything himself, and b) the entire property is completely off the grid. I was genuinely amazed.
The cabin was charming, beautifully crafted, and the panoramic view was absolutely mesmerizing. The sofa transformed into a large, cozy bed, and the fireplace made the perfect companion for the chilly, windy night. (I made sure to turn it off before sleeping and bundled up in the blankets I brought.)
The next morning was pure peace. I cooked breakfast on my portable propane stove, journaled while soaking in the mountain views, and truly just breathed in the serenity. Before heading out, I stopped by the shower facility—and let me tell you, the water temperature was spot-on perfect, making for an amazing, refreshing shower.
Honestly, if I could give more than 5 stars, I would. An experience I'll never forget.
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Kiyonna
December 2024
3 nights at A Unique Mountain Retreat
The cabin was so incredibly cozy. The fireplace kept us wonderfully warm and we used the barbecue grill the whole weekend. Nature walk around the property was so fun and we even were able to see the energy systems that John has for it all. Deep sinks with hot water down at the campsites as well as hot outdoor showers really made the clamping experience top notch for us. Spotted wildlife while there and close enough to adventure out to the next neighboring towns. We will definitely be back!!
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Gabriela
November 2024
Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat
We loved staying at the beautiful mountain cabin John put a lot of heart into! The place is just gorgeous. Huge property with a great hiking trails, amazing views and wildlife. Cabin is simple but has all you need! A sink, refrigerator, fireplace, king size bed and a patio with beautiful views. Peace and quiet! Perfect relaxing spot with a lot of space for your furry friends. We’ll definitely be back ,
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