Nature lovers will love staying here. The little cabins are not close together and you are surrounded by the quiet. The restaurant is homey and comfortable and everyone is friendly and helpful.

I stayed here in one of the lodges, and it was probably one of the most secluded areas I've stayed in. Some of the lodges are adjoined, but everyone was very friendly. There are no phones or TVs in the rooms, but that is something I was looking forward, too. I did bring an AT&T cell phone, and I had full bars at this place.

We went to their pub, and the bartender was very nice. She made a new drink for my girlfriend who picked it out of a book, and it was great. Other patrons were also very nice, and we met some great people.

Sleeping there is very nice....no city sounds, just that of nature right out your window.

We also had breakfast, and the French chef (also extremely funny and friendly), makes the food. He's a great chef, but I must say that breakfast was a little much. I think they should include it as a package for staying there.

If you do go up here and the French chef is not cooking, DO NOT EAT HERE. The owner's husband cooks the food and the food is horrible and should not even be served to dogs. I had that misfortune awhile back, and don't want to repeat that.

Overall, great place to stay, and I will most likely go back. The two stars it didn't get are for a non-inclusive brunch.

Julian is an apple country setting with country stores/gift shops. The lodge is just a few minutes from Julian and yet it's setting is in the forest. Clean mountain area and the sights and sounds of animals--squirrels, birds & deers. You feel very close to nature. The cabins give a very romantic setting for couples.
I've been there for two separate weekends. The first time was planned. We stayed in one of the cabins. That evening we went to the dinner theater and saw Run for Your Wife. The actors were excellent. I laughed so hard. And the food is the best of any dinner theater I have been to.
The second time I went to Pine Hills it was unplanned. We took a drive to Julian and ended up staying in the lodge. I recommend their cabins over the lodge especially for a first visit or a romantic getaway. Both have a different feel to them. The lodge would be great if the rooms had their own bathroom. The cabins are like mini cabins (bed/living area & bathroom). They one we had, had a fireplace. Next time, I would like to go there in the winter.
The main lounge is huge with a big fireplace. It's a cozy place to socialize with other guess. The staff and community are so friendly there. The night lounge/bar is a great place to have a drink and listen to music before going to the dinner theater.

This is one of the most beautiful lodges in these mountains. Pine Hills Lodge has cabins scattered throughout the property and a main lodge for more of a hotel feel. The spectacular natural stone fireplace in the lobby gives an old world feel, and on a snowy evening when the fire roars it is the coziest place in Julian. Banquets, Conferences, weddings, and a popular dinner Theater make this an ideal retreat. The cozy rooms are beautifully appointed for a truly lovely week end experience.

PROS: Excellent service, gorgeous secluded setting among tall pines.
CONS: none noted