Dolly’s Memory-Filled Cabin for Sale

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Imagine owning a secret mountain hideout where Dolly Parton and her late husband, Carl Dean, once kicked back—a cozy cabin now up for grabs in Idyllwild, California! Dolly handed this gem over to the Ronald McDonald House charity in November 2023, but it’s back on the market, and it’s dripping with her legendary charm.

This 1,800-square-foot beauty boasts 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and sits on a wooded quarter-acre that feels like a hug from nature. Think mid-century chalet vibes—wood-beamed ceilings, big windows letting the sunshine pour in, and a jaw-dropping stone fireplace wrapped around a giant granite boulder. Dolly snapped it up in 1994 for a steal at $126,000, and after the charity sold it for $585,000 in July 2024, it’s now listed at a cool $768,000.


Tucked 100 miles east of LA, this quiet mountain town was Dolly and Carl’s escape from the crazy spotlight. The listing, handled by Tiffany Raridon of Elevated Properties, screams personality: “If these walls could sing, they’d belt out a country hit! Once Dolly Parton’s retreat, this three-story charmer is as warm and wild as the Queen of Country herself.” And get this—Dolly left her mark all over it. The place is packed with her quirky decor, collectibles, and furniture, frozen in time like she just stepped out.

Picture this: a hand-painted tea set sits on the dining table with a note from 2002—“To Dolly, From Steve, Merry Christmas”—complete with English-style tea-brewing tips. There’s a signed photo of young Dolly on the wall, a guitar-shaped toilet seat strumming her legacy in the bathroom, and knickknacks galore—collectible plates, framed art, you name it. The loft? Dolly’s fave spot to strum and write songs, spilling over with her spirit.
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Since the last sale, the cabin’s gotten some swanky upgrades—a fancy Presidential shingle roof, custom heat and AC for each floor, and even an EV charger for its off-the-grid vibes. Multiple fireplaces keep it toasty, and those big windows frame killer mountain views.

Dolly and her mom were the last to crash here, leaving behind a treasure chest of memories. For years, this place stayed hush-hush, a secret slice of peace far from their Tennessee mansion, Willow Lake Plantation. That’s where Dolly and Carl built their love story—starting way back when they met at the Wishy Washy Laundromat the day 18-year-old Dolly rolled into Nashville. Two years later, they tied the knot in a hush-hush Georgia ceremony, keeping it real and private despite her superstardom.


Now, this Idyllwild cabin’s up for grabs—a chance to snag a piece of Dolly’s world. It’s more than a house; it’s a time machine loaded with love, tunes, and a whole lotta heart. The next owner’s in for a wild ride!