Location: Castle Glen Estates, Big Bear Lake, Big Bear, Inland Empire, California, USA (1/4 mile from Big Bear Lake. One mile to both ski resorts) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5 Baths (Sleeps 14)
Keywords: Villa, large, executive, lodge, chalet, ski chalet, designer, custom, spacious, secluded, cabin
Make an unforgettable alpine summer or ski trip with family and friends. This spacious 5,000+ square foot custom log home is one of a kind--referred to by the local community as "The Lodge". You'll enjoy 2 sitting rooms with 25 foot ceilings, lodge pole windows from top to bottom, 4 elegantly decorated bedrooms with large game room, three oversized fireplaces, custom rock work and wood accents throughout. Private and secluded, 5 decks afford mountain and valley views in each direction. The property backs to an eagle preserve, ideal for wooded forest walks, exploring and sledding for the kids.
Sleeping Arrangements for 14: 2nd floor Master Suite with a King and attached full bath; 3rd floor Master Bedroom with a King and attached full bath; 3rd floor Bedroom with a queen; 3rd floor bunk bedroom with a bunk bed and two sofa pullout singles; 1st floor Gameroom serves also as a bedroom to sleep 4 with a full sofa pullout, a trundle bed with two singles and attached full bath. Additionally, a twin mattress is tucked into the gameroom closet to sleep one more.
The house was built new in 2005 and features top of the line appliances and conveniences. The house is 3 levels. The first floor, which is street level, enters into a large foyer followed by a expansive gameroom with fireplace and attached full bath. Stairs lead upstairs to the second level, where you find a 25' ceiling sitting room comfortable for 12 with fireplace, dining room for 10, spacious kitchen with center bar, and master bedroom and adjoining full bath. Expansive decks on either side are accessible from the second floor. Off the kitchen, a secluded deck offers a BBQ, patio furniture and a 6 person spa with built-in cd player ideal for late night and apre-ski soaking. Accent landscape lamps blazon the towering pines extending a cathedral like experience while you sit, soak and indulge in your favorite beverage. The upstairs third level hosts 3 bedrooms surrounding a seating area with fireplace and expansive views.
This Mt Villa sleeps 14 comfortably. All first class appliances, furnishings and interior decorator touches abound. Located in the exclusive Big Bear Castle Glen Estates, this property offers privacy and space, it's backyard a 10 acre eagle preserve.
The house is located within 2 miles of the two ski resorts. In the summer take in a stroll to the lake, or ride bikes (5) provided at the house, for boating, jet skiing, water skiing and fishing.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : All linens are provided. May wish to bring your own throw blankets for added comfort.
- Garage : Two - 2 car garages.
- Off Street Parking : Yes, but may be limited when the snow banks are high.
- Gas Fireplace (3)
- Wood Fireplace (3) : 3 Fireplaces, one on each floor.
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed (2) : 1 queen is a pull out sofa bed located in the large game room.
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Child Bed (2) : Two sofa chairs that pull out into sleepers.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub : Clean and sanitary, it's serviced frequently. Maintained ready for use at 100 degrees. Seats 6
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- Video Library : a dozen DVDs are at the house for your use.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equiped.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet : WiFi throughout the house.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Privacy, acreage
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring/Summer/Fall Weeknights .............. $ 495/night
Spring/Summer/Fall Weekends ................ $ 595/night
Winter Weekends .............................$ 995/night
Winter Weekdays .............................$ 695/night
Special rates and minimum stays for Holidays apply
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Mountain Villa - Castle Glen Estates ***Last Minute Discounts
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Castle Glen Estates
A California native, I have enjoyed Big Bear in all seasons for many years. Our family espeically enjoys the opportunity to mountain bike, fish and ski in the winter at either of the two well maintained ski resorts.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Full accomadations one would expect from an executive home.
Owner's Map of Castle Glen Estates
Southern California resident. Have enjoyed Big Bear for years, especialy as a kid. Enjoy the area for skiing, boating, fishing, and hiking.
Property Photos
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- A Winter's Lodge - Big Bear Lake Lodging
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- Mountain Villa - Big Bear Lake Lodging
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- Spa for six with built-in stereo on rear deck with utter privacy. - Big Bear Lake Lodging
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- Sitting Room
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- Spacious well equipped kitchen with center island
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- Rear view privately serene from the eagle preserve in the backyard
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- 2nd floor dining room table for 10
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- Large gameroom. Pool table, darts, 60 inch TV, ipod, pull out sofa and trundle
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- 3rd floor seating area
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- Master Bath with Jacuzzi tub
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- 3rd Floor Bedroom with sweeping views
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- 3rd floor bedroom 2: Bunk + 2 pullout singles, sleeps 4, attached full bath
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- 3rd floor bedroom 3: King Bed sleeps 2, Attached full bath
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- Great Room with towering windows, open to 3rd floor, seating for everyone
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- Game Room: 60" HD projection TV with DVD, video game hookups and ipod dock
Traveler Reviews (15)
GREAT VACATION HOME NEAR BIG BEAR LAKE
Guest: Eve
(Fullerton)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/17/11
We have a reunion at this beautiful Mt. Villa. This rental property just take your breath away. You can always find things to do inside this nice vacation home, and enough room for everyone. We will definitely consider come back. One of our friend's kid suggests to come back once a month. Thank you Martin for opening up his vacation home to share with other people. We had a blast at your Mt. Villa
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beyond all Expectations
Guest: lisabeth
(long beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11
Review Submitted: 11/02/11
Well... I will certainly try to keep this short & sweet as to not bore the reader. The home itself is nothing less than emaculate. The imentites were never ending. The grounds and views are breathtaking. the spaciousness afforded those to mingle and others to find some zen time without any interruptions. The location is conveniently located near all the extra curricular activities that Big Bear offers. For whatever the occasion one has in mind the "Villa" will surpass all expectations, this I can assure you. I went for a small family reunion including children and we all left in love with the "Villa" and "stilla" loving family (that is a little humor). There is absolutely no room for disappointment with this rental, but endless room for having an unforgettably wonderful time. Lastly, the sweet part, Martin, the ower could not have been more accomodating thru out the rental process and the stay. He was as an absolute pleasure, the icing on the cake! I will be a repeat renter.Should any potential renter like to contact me with any inquiries, please dont hesitate to contact my email.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Nice and large property in a great mountain subdivision.
Guest: JT10107
(San Diego)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/31/11
I rented the mountain villa for a family getway. The property was nice, very large, and very comfortable and inviting. There are different levels so you can spread out and relax in private areas. Great for large families with kids. Large entertainment room downstairs with TV and pool table. The 4 person hot tub was great to relax in. The kitchen had all that you need. The wood and stone work in the house was amazing. Great big fireplace in the living room with pre-cut wood making the living room very comfortable. Short 5 minute drive to the lake and stores. A 10-12 min drive to closest marina and also Big Bear Village to enjoy the restaurant and bars. The owner was easy to work with and communication was great. The only constructive criticism that I have is that the checkout was too early at 10am and the kitchen and window cleaning needed a bit more attention to details. Being such a large house, I do understand the logistic issues with housekeeping. Other than that I would definitly recommend the mountain villa to my friend and family.
Owner response:It is of the utmost importance that I provide the ultimate experience for my guests. A clean and tidy house is just one of the standards that I maintain. As a result of this review, I have contacted the owner of the cleaning service who assures me that The Mt Villa will receive the utmost in attention to detail. Keeping windows clean on a 3 story house with so many windows is a challenge, especially after a rain. We do a thorough window cleaning 2x annually, and clean the high-traffic accessible windows upon each house cleaning. To be more accomodating, the checkout time has been bumped to 11am except when back-to-back guests are scheduled, in which case a 10am checkout is required.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Outstanding Mountain Villa!
Guest: Paul
(Orange County)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11
Review Submitted: 10/23/11
My wife and I stayed at Mt Villa with friends for our Anniversary this past June. What an amazing place! The toughest part each day was wanting to leave the house to get out and about in Big Bear. The home was impeccably-maintained, inviting and fun. We enjoyed lounging in all the different areas of the house, from the front and back decks, the spa, living room, upstairs lounge and downstairs rec room with pool table, all with fireplaces! Thanks Martin and Michelle for an amazing mini vacation. We can't imagine staying anywhere else in Big Bear and can't wait to return soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The ONLY place I want to stay in Big Bear!
Guest: Lisa B.
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
My family's stay in Big Bear started out with quick and thorough communication from Martin when we booked the Villa. It is a well-maintained property. AlthoughI had planned many activites throughout our stay-my children did not want to leave this house! Every spot invited you to lounge and relax. There was so much room. We could gather in either one of the sitting rooms or play games together in the Game Room. The kitchen is so spacious and has what you need to do any cooking. The WiFi connected easily with our laptop and Wii. The lake is so close but you are out of traffics way. There are markets/stores/restaurants one block away should you need/want/forget anything. The hike behind the house offers 360 degree views. There is so much to do in this area whether it be Summer or Winter and this house is in the perfect location. Once you stay you will not want to leave! I have raved about this to my family and friends who are ready to book their own stay. I never thought of Big Bear as a vacation destination being that I live only two hours from there but I felt like I was a world away. I am hoping to make this an annual trip with my family. Thank you Martin !
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Vacation Home for our Family
Guest: OC Family
(Orange County, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/11/11
Our family loved staying at Mountain Villa. It is so true that the pictures don't capture the grandeur and beauty of the home. We enjoyed hanging out in both the great rooms and there was plenty of seating for our seven adults. The living room/dining rooms has great views in both directions and the downstairs family room was great for playing pool or watching movies. The home was beautifully decorated. The furniture was high quality and lovely. It was very clean and had nice sheets and towels. The decks were especially wonderful and we enjoyed the jacuzzi with the beautiful view up the hillside. Martin was wonderful to work with, helpful and very responsive to communicate with. We would definitely recommend this home (already have) and would stay there again. We loved our breakfast at Grizzly Manor Cafe and especially enjoyed the Castle Rock hike.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Best Big Bear Trip
Guest: Giancarla
(Garden Grove, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/03/11
Review Submitted: 02/26/11
The house was so luxurious and even at full capacity, it didn't feel like we were all crammed into one space. Still plenty of room to spread out. We LOVED the plaid blankets in the living room; I'm trying to find one as soft as those. This was the group's second time to rent out this particular home and I think it could be the beginning of a yearly tradition. We're all still talking about it! Hope to be able to stay here again next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Team retreat
Guest: Mark
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 01/23/11
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
The Mountain Villa COMPLETELY exceeded all expectations. We had a group of 12 stay for 2 nights and had an unbelievalble time. The layout of the space was perfect for entertaining and spread out enough for everyone to have their space. We are already looking at dates to book in the future. Thank you for an amazing time and look forward to visiting again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
GREAT AND ACCOMMODATING CABIN!!
Guest: Phil
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 01/13/11
Review Submitted: 01/25/11
Everything about this cabin was amazing! From the spacious living room, to the great style of the house, there was a little bit of everything for everyone. We were even able to sled down the mountain behind the house, and take a fabulous hike to the top. Everything we needed was inside the cabin, and the village/Market was only a couple miles away, putting this cabin in a great location. I would definitely recommend this great cabin to anyone who is looking for an awesome weekend. Thank you Martin for making this experience great.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The most fabulous property in Big Bear!
Guest: None
(Oceanside, Ca)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10
Review Submitted: 11/09/10
Everything from the communication of the owner to the property with all of its beauty, charm, luxury, and tasteful decorations made for a fantastic trip. We were a group of 7 and we all found time to take advantage of each and every floor and room. The rumpus room kept us occupied for hours while others chose to read and gaze at the views from the third floor onto the mountains. In the living room area we had a roaring fire and gathered for games and hot chocolate. The kitchen had everything we needed to make a pre Thanksgiving dinner. It really had something for everyone with style and luxury but relaxing comfort. This is the place to stay in Big Bear! Close to all yet private and a lovely mountain trail behind home for romantic walks and just steps away from the breathtaking Lake views. Thank you again Martin for opening up your home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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