Vacation Rentals by Owner

Perfect lakefront location, amazing views

Guest: Brenda (San Diego)
Date of Stay: 08/15/11 Review Submitted: 08/30/11

We enjoyed a wonderful family vacation at this lovely home. The views of the lake and surrounding mountains are incredible, and the home has everything you need for fun and relaxation. The kitchen is very well stocked, as is the upstairs game room, and the home was very clean. My children spent their time playing pool and other games in the 3rd story loft, swimming in the lake, and relaxing in the hot tub (which was easily adjustable for child-safe temperatures). The picnic table on the upper deck is perfect for enjoying morning coffee and evening meals and for stargazing at night. The lower deck is huge, and I appreciated the latching gates on both decks. Having a washer and dryer on the first floor was also a big plus. The location was perfect for just about any activity in the Big Bear area. We were minutes from several marinas, the Village, and the ski areas, but out of the way enough to still feel like we were getting away from the crowds. Since this was a summer trip, we went for cruises on the pirate ship and the paddle wheel boat, took a ride up the sky chair at Snow Summit, and went horseback riding near neighboring Baldwin Lake. We also spent a pleasant evening walking around the Village enjoying the restaurants, shops, and movie theaters. Anita was a delight to work with and was very responsive. She helped made the entire experience a real pleasure.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Conducive for a pleasant family vacation

Guest: Amanda (Los Angeles county)
Date of Stay: 08/07/11 Review Submitted: 08/15/11

This was one of my favorite vocational rentals. I came with my husband and 3 kids (under 11 years of age), my mom-in-law, aunt, and brother-in-law and during the day had my sister-in-law and her kids visit us from nearby Mallard Bay Resort. The home is very accommodating for all types of leisure activities including boating (the dock slip is fairly new), swimming, fishing, shooting pool (a standard pool table, and small one for the kiddies), playing board games, reading (there's a library of books), barbecuing, cooking, and general relaxing and enjoying the view. The home is situated right on the southwest area of the lake. Ducks came by to greet us every day. Anita was so very nice and responsive. She's fabulous! She gave me helpful information to aid in our packing, and provided the name and contact information of nearby marinas she recommends. I will want to rent this lovely lakefront home again in the future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: Tom (Bishop, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/02/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

We had a wonderful family vacation with our three kids, spouses, five grand children and our dog. The house sits right on the lake and has fantastic views, sunrises and sunsets. The kitchen was very well equipped and the BBQ great. It was so convenient to have the boat dock right at the foot of the stairs for our kayaks and fishing boat. Sitting in the hot tub out on the deck in the evenings was supurb. Each family had a separate room. Anita was very helpful and a delight to work with. I highly recommend this home for a family vacation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Terrific home for a great vacation.

Guest: Skip (Antelope Valley)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11 Review Submitted: 07/23/11

We rented this wonderful home for a family weekend that included five adult couples, two toddlers and our dog. There was plenty of room in the home for all to sleep comfortably and privately as well as common areas to have everyone together for meals and just "hang out". The kitchen was well stocked with necessary utensils and shopping was nearby for the few things we forgot to get in advance. The dock was located directly behind the home making it very convenient to store and have easy access to our boat for lake activities. The home was very neat, clean and spacious and our entire group was very happy with the home and would definitely stay here again in the future. Anita was very helpful and accommodating during the entire process form the initial inquiry we made about the property to the prompt return of our deposit after our stay. All in all a great experience.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Wonderful Lake Front Rental!

Guest: keith (orange county)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11 Review Submitted: 07/16/11

Our family of 4 enjoyed an incredible stay at this beautiful and spacious lake home in june 2011. The layout of the home worked perfectly for us; having a little one that naps and a handful of day guests as well as godparents who stayed 2 nights with us, we so appreciated the home's 3 story lay out. Our son napped well in one of the 2 entry level bedrooms (we slept in the 1st story master close to him), while we entertained on the 2nd story deck and kitchen & used the pool table in the soaring 3rd floor loft (love the head room & fans that create a comfortable and open space!). We loved the dock which we used for both jumping in water (which was warm and i'm a wimp) and loading into our friends pontoon. There are a number of rental opportunities right nearby (call round for competitive pricing). Dinning areas & options are plentiful; huge formal dinning table off the kitchen & equally large table on same floor deck made for great and large gatherings! 1st floor deck is even bigger with hot tub and spacious shade and/or sunning spots....your choice. The location is excellent - almost directly across from solar observatory and close to the point near Mallard Bay. The stars literally fill the sky; none of us have ever seen stars like that - horizon to horizon! Drive straight to main road for a really sweet market with fresh coffee beans & extensive wine selection - and more than the essentials! Everything about our stay was excellent. Loved riding bikes round the quiet lake front roads. The owners included; very accommodating from the moment we booked. Provided all the information we needed and wanted. Provide an excellent binder for house internet, remote fan & tv controls, etc...feel free to email us for more detail....our experience couldn't have been better!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellent!!

Guest: Kat (Orange County)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/22/11

This home was truly outstanding. We stayed over a 4 day weekend & had the best relaxing time ever. The house is huge, clean & has everything you could possibly need. We will definetly be coming back soon. Anita, the owner, is a sweetheart & very helpful, she is willing to work with you. She made the process easy & secure. -Thank you Anita!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Lakefront Oasis

Guest: Lenny (Sherman Oaks, California USA)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/04/11

My wife and I spent a long Memorial Day weekend at the "Chalet." We had such a great time relaxing in the spacious living room as we gazed at the lake, and sunning on the deck, and spa'ing in the hot tub. The house is minutes from dining and activities. We had friends visit us for a night, and they couldn't believe what a great and large place we had, just for ourselves (well, our furry "kids" were with us too).. Anita, one of the owners, was the easiest and friendliest person to deal with. There's no reason for us to look for another house the next time we go to Big Bear.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect

Guest: Phil (Venice beach)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11 Review Submitted: 02/25/11

We had high hopes for this property when we arrived, and were still blown away by how good it was when we arrived. The house had fantastic views across the lake, was spacious enough for 12 adults to feel comfortable, and was a short distance from everything Big Bear has to offer. I will be looking to rent this place again in the summer and would highly recommend it to anyone thinking of renting in Big Bear.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Wonderful!

Guest: Liz (Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11 Review Submitted: 01/31/11

Nine of us just got back from a weekend at this rental, and it was amazing! The house is close to the Village, and right on the lake. The views are incredible. Everything was comfortable, clean, and well cared for, and we all had plenty of room. The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans and utensils, which was great for cooking for our group. We took advantage of the hot tub (big enough for six), and watched movies and played video games on the big living room television. The dining table and huge coffee table were also great for board games. All of the bedrooms are great-- no one got stuck in a small or "lesser" room, everything was very comfortable. The views from the downstairs bedrooms are especially nice, and the bath tub in the upstairs bedroom is huge. The owners were prompt in answering my emails, and are extremely kind and generous. It was a genuine pleasure renting this home, especially after dealing with rental companies in years past. Our group had an incredible time staying here, and can't wait to come back.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great Cabin!

Guest: Janet (San Diego )
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 02/03/11

We took 3 generations from age 2 and up and we all had a great time. Each family had their own private bathroom. Anita was so nice and sweet to work with, and wanted to make sure we had a good time. The place was just as pictured, the view even better. We would recomend the place to anyone.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Amazing Rental

Guest: Mike (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/08/10 Review Submitted: 10/19/10

We (four couples) rented this cabin for a weekend. The cabin was so amazing. Each couple had their own room and a bathroom. There was then a separate bathroom for the living area. The cabin was so nice it made it hard to leave in the morning to go see the town, hike or bike ride. I would recommend this cabin to anyone. I can not wait to rent it again for my family.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great Vacation!

Guest: Mary (Tustin,CA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

This wonderful home made our vacation fantastic, not ony did our families have more than enough room, there were so many wonderful amenties we enjoyed. To mention a few, there was the pool table, hot tub and the location could not have been better. You have a great view of the lake and it is quiet and peaceful. We ate most of our meals outside on the one of the huge decks with the view of the lake. The owner Anita was also so pleasent and nice to work with which made the whole process so easy and enjoyable. All of the kids, adults and dogs can't wait to go back and enjoy such a wonderful home on the lake!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Wonderful home

Guest: The M Family (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/28/10 Review Submitted: 09/28/10

We loved this house! The location is ideal and the view beautiful. We had 9 adults, 3 children and plenty of space inside and out on the decks to play. Great location for boating as well. Thanks for a memorable vacation!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Amazing Lakefront Big Bear Lake Rental

Guest: Sharon (Santa Maria, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

Our large 4 family group of 12 stayed at the Lakefront Chalet for over a week during the 4th of July and did not want to go home. Big Bear puts on an AMAZING fireworks show that we were able to view from the boat dock! The house was absolutely perfect and accomodated our large family exceptionally! Being on the water overlooking the large lake was mesmerizing, with most of our time spent relaxing and watching the activities of the lake. The boat dock was perfect for our boat and we could go out anytime we wanted with such convenience. We took our bikes to the Village a few times and even hiked the Couger Crest Trail. So much to do in the area of Big Bear that we plan on coming back again. The owners, Anita and Jerry, are fantastic people and renters and are a pleasure to do business with. They sincerely love sharing their home with others, and I'm sure we will be back again in the future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.

Wonderful Owner & Nice House

Guest: Fishing King (Alhambra, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10 Review Submitted: 06/11/10

This lakefront house has plenty of rooms for three families with teenagers - it is especially great for those who enjoy fishing because there are bountiful amounts of fish. Our children was out fishing all day in front of the dock while adults were able to relax in the house. You can also be assured that the children are safe because they can be seen from the windows in the living room. We had a very relaxed Memorial Day weekend. Thank you Anita for sharing your house.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers

The perfect location

Guest: Shereen 2 (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10 Review Submitted: 03/23/10

Wonderful home right on Big Bear Lake. A great location. The home was so cozy, nicely decorated and very acccomedating. We felt right at home. We were 3 families and it was perfect. The view of the lake while sitting in the living room was the icing on the cake. The owner, Anita, was very pleasant and very helpful which made are stay even more pleasurable. Thank you Anita. We will definitely come back this summer.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Guest: Cherish Diamond (Orange, Ca)
Date of Stay: 03/11/10 Review Submitted: 03/11/10

The whole rental experience was amazing! Anita is a very proffesional, kind person who went out of her way to make our visit one that we wouldn't forget. The pictures can't quite capture the beauty of this property. We were lucky enough to stay during a snow storm and it was breathtaking! The view of the lake, the cleanliness and coziness of the cabin, we couldn't have asked for a better cabin rental. We are defintely coming back!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/24/10

Wow! What a fabulous home right on the lake. Everything we were looking for to accommodate our family of nine. Beautiful views and plenty of room. We'll be back here for our next Big Bear holiday. The jacuzzi was the cherry on the cake. GREAT! Thanks Anita! You're wonderful.

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Guest: Jimmy 2 (Chino, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/24/10

Awesome house, awesome owner, great location, clean, we had a blast. Will recommend to everybody.

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Guest: Rudy Rodriguez & Lisa JImenez (Ontario,ca)
Date of Stay: 02/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/24/10

Our stay at this location was absolutely wonderful! Everything was just as described and we would definitely recommend it to anyone! We are also looking forward to plan another stay possibly in the summer, we went during winter and that was beautiful!

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Guest: Kimberlie Jedrsik (San Diego,California)
Date of Stay: 02/22/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Our vacation to Big Bear over the Presidents hoiday was wonderful and the Lakefront home was beautiful. Anita the owner was wonderful and easy to get a hold of. Our stay was very enjoyable. There was plenty of room for the 7 of us and the house was close to everything. My kids loved the pool table and the jacuzzi was very relaxing. We would definitely rent again.

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Guest: Sasha4 (-)
Date of Stay: 02/15/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/10

What an awesome experience!! My family & I stayed in this lake view cabin right after Christmas and had a blast. The view is nothing I can begin to describe.......breathtaking at the very least. I brought my 6 month old daughter too and I didn't mind waking up at the crack of dawn for the first time. I woke up to a snowy lake and a beautiful bright moon, then watched the sunrise. We cooked and BBQ'd and hung out as a family. We never felt cramped and everyone liked the fact that they all had their own bedroom & bathroom. I will be back over the summer without a doubt. P.s. The owners are amazing and extremely accommodating!! Thank you Anita :)

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/18/10

Loved the location. Right on the lake, very dog friendly. Clean and well maintained with lots of space. Had a very nice stay. The owner was great. A very nice lady and that made the trip even better

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Guest: Teresa, Dan and the teens (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/18/10

This a very nice large cabin. With 4 bedrooms, loft and large living/dining space this is very comfortable for a group 8 plus kids. But the best part about this place is the view. It is right on the Lake. It was gorgeous waking up every morning to the wind blowing across the lake and the waves rippling. We were there in winter and made a snowman out back (the back of the house faces the lake). The hottub was superb after a day of skiing. The location is excellent...really just a short walk to town! We'll be back in the summertime. It is a perfect get-away for us.

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Guest: Nadia5 (Northridge CA)
Date of Stay: 01/10/10 Review Submitted: 01/10/10

Visited this lovely home Jan 5-7. I've decided there is no need for me to ever look for another cabin in Big Bear again. This will be the home I stay in every time I visit. The view was breathtaking. Each level of the house had its own deck. I visited with 10 Adults and 5 children ranging from 1 month old to 10 years old, and with that said, it never felt crammed and everyone had their own space and place to be in the home. Not to mention how sweet, kind, and accomodating the home owner Anita was. You can tell how much she really loves her home, and wants people to enjoy it, instead of trying to rip you off, which is the case with most of the websites I've encountered while trying to search for a cabin. This cabin is a favorite of mine and my entire family, and I will recommend it to anyone. PS the jacuzzi was the icing on the cake!

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Stayed in January...hoping to book again very soon.

Guest: Nadia (Northridge)
Date of Stay: 01/05/10 Review Submitted: 09/19/10

Visited this lovely home Jan 5-7 2010. I've decided there is no need for me to ever look for another cabin in Big Bear again. This will be the home I stay in every time I visit. The view was breathtaking. Each level of the house had its own deck. I visited with 10 Adults and 5 children ranging from 1 month old to 10 years old, and with that said, it never felt crammed and everyone had their own space and place to be in the home. Not to mention how sweet, kind, and accommodating the home owner Anita was. You can tell how much she really loves her home, and wants people to enjoy it, instead of trying to rip you off, which is the case with most of the websites I've encountered while trying to search for a cabin. This cabin is a favorite of mine and my entire family, and I will recommend it to anyone. PS the jacuzzi was the icing on the cake!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.