Frequently asked questions
about planning your visit to
The Perch retreat venue.

YES!
 Throw the kids in the car and get away for the weekend!

Or bring your significant other for a romantic getaway in the mountains

Got a deadline to meet? Get away from the distractions and come stay with us where it’s nice and quiet, and get stuff done.

If there is no retreat going on, you can book any cabin that’s available.

Book a cabin here.

We encourage you to visit. That is the best way to understand our special vibe. Tours are by appointment, please call or write to let us know when you’d like to visit.

At The Perch, you have the freedom to hire your own caterer but we also will gladly recommend experienced local providers.  They can accommodate all different diet restrictions (gluten free, vegan, keto, etc.) and meals can be anything from continental breakfast to boxed lunches and buffets to plated formal dinners. 

You can also cater from one of the fine local restaurants or deli counters, have fabulous pizza delivered, or hire a food truck. 

We also can hook you up with mobile BBQ and mobile bars.

Or…you can even cook on your own! Most of the cabins at The Perch have full kitchens and there are 2 BBQs by the barn.

If you desire, we can arrange to have snacks and drinks in every cabin or charcuterie waiting for you when you arrive. Or, we’ll stock your fridge in advance with items you choose from a shopping list. Ask when talking with us about your event.

Aside from the many beautiful hikes all over our area, there are fun things to do for every age group. Check out Local Activities here.

How about a relaxing massage in the privacy of your own cabin?  We can line that up for you, as well as yoga, forest bathing, reiki, sound bathing, pilates and more.  Check out this list of wellness activities on the mountain.

Altogether, our 12 cabins include 21 bedrooms and 27 beds.  At maximum (counting two people in a large bed), we can fit 46 people. Since our grounds can hold up to about 80 people, we allow larger groups in warmer weather. However, more than 40 people requires porta-potty rental, which can be placed in a strategic, out of the way spot.

Check out this grid for a breakdown of the accommodations.

The Perch does not have driveways or paved paths between the cabins. The entire grounds are covered with wood chips.  Sandals and high heels are not optimum. The grounds have lots of little hills.  However, cabin 1, 7, 8, and 9 do not have steps and can be accessed with a wheelchair.  And one can be driven from the cabin to the barn or other spots on the property.

Yes - bring your pets. The county requires that you keep pets on a leash and we ask you to please pick up after them and not let them on the beds.  Other than that, dogs love to visit The Perch.  There is an additional charge of $50 per pet, per stay.

Our retreat packages include about six hours of facility support during your weekend.  If you need additional services from our property manager, handyman or cleaner, the charge is $50 per additional hour plus $15 each additional trip. Or, you can also hire a property manager to be on site for the entire day, for $420 per day.

Our cabins provide the basic amenities: coffee, tea, creamer, shampoo, soap, body lotion, towels, etc.  All cabins have coffee makers. Cabins with kitchens (all but cabin 3 and 4) have basic pots and pans, dishes and silverware. See the cabin page for photos of each cabin. 

Please ask us if you need an iron, pack & play, or other amenities that may not already be in your cabin. Please let us know if you need any help at all.

We know that it’s the little things that make a visit really special You’ll find that we have an excellent service orientation. Each person on our staff is special and dedicated to helping you.

You can add some special things to make your stay even more special, like a bottle of wine or charcuterie. You can have your fridge stocked with the things you’ll need before you arrive.

Or maybe you’d like to schedule a mobile massage or line up morning yoga class or coffee and pastries in the morning. 

Click here to see our add-on list, but don’t be afraid to ask if you want something you don’t see on the list! 

The Barn can seat up to 40 people for a presentation. And 30 to 35 can be seated at tables inside the barn for a meal.  Outside the barn, another 35 to 40 can be seated in the BBQ area.  In warmer weather, tables can be set in the open field for upwards of 85 people. 

We have six 6-foot folding tables and 30 folding chairs.  There are 16 light weight, stackable outdoor chairs and tables that can be also used in the barn. 

The barn also has a projector and large screen for presentations.  If you’re showing movies, we’ll take out the vintage style popcorn maker! 

There are portable desks in several cabins that can be brought to the barn if you want to create a an open office or shared work space.

We have 16 yoga mats and blankets. 

Currently, county codes prohibit us from having a bathroom in the barn. So people use the lavatory in their cabins. Porta-potties are recommended if you have people attending that are not staying overnight on the property.

There are ample 220V outlets throughout the inside and outside of the barn, and string lights add a special touch.

The barn has a gas fireplace inside and an enclosed gas or wood fire pit outside with outdoor furniture around it.  We also have three patio heaters for cooler weather.  We have heat and AC in the barn but we tie up a shade sail so it doesn’t get too hot outside.

There is ample parking around the barn, for cars, trucks and trailers.

The Perch is easy to get to from LA and San Diego. Click here for travel details.

There is enough room for a car right outside every cabin.  Cabins 1, 12 and 13 have ample room for two or three cars.  We can easily accommodate additional parking in various areas around the perch. However, if more than 15 cars are expected, a parking attendant is required to maximize space.

There is a parking lot walking distance away if necessary.

Check out this map for a layout of our cabins and parking areas.

The cabin section has lots of photos of each private cabin at The Perch.  If you need to figure out accommodations for your guests, this spreadsheet may help. 

Check-in time is 3 PM. Check out time is 10 AM. (Late check out/early check-in may be available for a small additional fee)

Our cabins have combination locks or lock boxes so we’re not needed for check-in. But don’t hesitate to call the number we send you if you need anything at all.

The Perch has excellent wifi and Internet.  We have our Specifically, we have 2 Ruckus wifi access points distributing 1000 mbps throughout the property. Phone cell service is very good as well.

We welcome photograhers, cinematographers and film crews here at The Perch. Read more on our Films and Shoots page.

For film crews that are looking for a “broken down cabin in the woods,” Cabin 11 fits the bill and that’s all it’s used for at present.

Photographers often rent our space to shoot engagement and wedding photos, land family portraits.

We have a pro package for experienced organizers and a modified, intro package for first time organizers. Visit our pricing page for more info, or fill out this form for a quote. We recommend getting in touch for more details.

Hourly Barn Rental - If we don’t have a retreat booked, we may allow the hourly rental of our barn and grounds for a minimum of 3 hours at $500 per hour. 

Retreats: An initial payment of 50% must be made upon signing the rental agreement. It is fully refundable for 48 hours. It is 50% refundable within 30 days.  Dates may be changed up to 90 days before the event which carries a $500 penalty fee.

Individual bookings: 50% of Individual bookings are paid when you book, and the balance is paid within 2 weeks of your visit. Payments are fully refundable for 24 hours after booking. After that, payments are 85% refundable up till 90 days before your visit. Less than 90 days before your visit, refunds are 50%. Less than 60 days before your visit, 25% refundable and less than 30 days is non refundable.

To apply, please email events@theperchattwinpeaks.com with the following information and write ‘residency application’ in your subject line: 

• Full Name 

• 200 - 300 word statement sharing what you hope to work on at The Perch (please include in the body of the email)

• Samples of Work (500 words for writers, please include in the body of the email)

• Links to your social media or website

• Please state if you are willing to participate in an Instagram takeover during your stay (2 Instagram posts, 3 story posts while you are in residence) 

Please note the residency does not provide food or transportation. All writers in residence must be 21 or over.

During the week and low season, and depending on availability and demand, we may offer discounts to non-profit organizations. Please fill out our retreat request form. Let us know the purpose of the event and preferred dates and what your budget is.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram to learn about special getaways, retreats and discounts.