Reviews for Lake Arrowhead Vacation Rental - VRBO 316457 - 3 BR Inland Empire Cabin in CA, Double D Lodge

Lake Arrowhead, CA Girls Getaway

Guest Girl Who Swurls
Date of stay 01/23/13
Review Submitted 01/25/13

We went to the Double D Lodge for a girls getaway on 1/23 to 1/25/13. We purchased the rental through one of the internet offer companies (like Groupon, Living Social). Everything was perfect. The rental transaction was quick and easy. Double D sent us detailed information about the property, how to get there and how to access the property. Even though there was a specific check in time, they allowed us to check in early, which was so convenient for us. The lodge was gorgeous inside. The kitchen area was outstanding, including a wine refrigerator. There were two dishwashers, plenty of glassware, plates, cooking pans, in other words a completely stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the wine glasses which were uniquely decorated. There were three levels of space. I slept in the "penthouse" or the upper level. It was private and secluded. There was a spiral staircase that led to the location. There was an attic -type rumpus room perfect for kids, with a TV and space to play. My bed had a memory foam mattress. I had never slept on one. I found it to be extremely comfortable. The living room had a fireplace and there was plenty of stocked firewood outside. There was a blue ray, dvd player and large flat screen TV. We took advantage of it's use to watch a couple of movies in the evening. There was a spacious laundry room, a queen sized bed in one room with great decor. The bunk room was really quaint and fun. There were plenty of towels, and bedding. The heating unit was easy to operate and worked perfectly. We loved our stay. It was raining and we didn't get to take advantage of the outdoor Tiki bar and bocce ball area. We would definitely stay again. Loved all of it!

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

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Perfect Christmas Getaway

Guest I & J
Date of stay 12/24/12
Review Submitted 12/27/12

Our family comes from various parts of California and also the Midwest, so we wanted to do something special for Christmas and spend it together in a beautiful, peaceful, and snowy location. Lake Arrowhead was a great area for this-- and the Double D Lodge could not have been any more perfect for our family (7 adults and one 5-year old). Everything about this home is thoughtfully designed and cared for, and it is extremely luxurious yet cozy all at the same time. We absolutely loved every inch of this house, and here are just a few aspects of it to mention: the wonderful fireplace with easy gas lighting and supplied with the most rustic, aromatic smelling wood straight from the outdoors; the fabulous sound system throughout the entire house with volume controls in every room; the beautiful dining room table with bench seating which fit us all perfectly for each meal; the main bathroom that has separate shower and toilet rooms for multiple usage; the bunk room with the comfiest bunk beds we've ever slept on including two special kid bunks with reading lights; the well-stocked, expansive, and modern kitchen; the great laundry room; the secret child-sized upstairs room that our niece immediately turned into her little house; the great selection of cable channel and movie options on all three flat-screen TVs throughout the house; and, lastly, the beautifully decorated and lit Christmas tree that greeted us upon arrival along with all the other little design details that made our stay so warm and special. Our niece exclaimed several times that she wanted to live there forever, and everyone agreed that it was one of our best Christmases ever. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you, Grant and Judy, for your kindness and hospitality and for welcoming us into your beautiful home. We hope to return again one day soon.

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

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Home away from home

Guest Isabel N.
Date of stay 09/21/12
Review Submitted 10/01/12

My friends and I wanted to get away from the corporate world of San Francisco and go on a mini vacation. It was worth it! The place was big enough for the seven of us. we LOVED the sound system around the WHOLE house. we also love the kitchen! we had like three different cooks in the kitchen and it was nice to have that big amount of space. Ha and we definitely enjoyed the games in the cupboard. We felt like we were back in our youth! Thank you for having us!

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

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Great Weekend at the Double D Lodge!

Guest J.Root
Date of stay 08/31/12
Review Submitted 09/08/12

We had a lovely time at the Double D Lodge over Labor Day Weekend. We had a group which included 10 adults, three small children and a boxer dog named Ginger, but we all felt there was plenty of space. The secret room upstairs for the kids is great, and is also a viable sleeping option for adults if you don't mind getting cozy. Our group did quite a bit of cooking, and found the kitchen to be fully stocked with supplies. The bocce ball court out back got a lot of use, and the beach club passes to Lake Arrowhead are a real perk! Grant, the owner was very friendly and provided prompt responses to all my questions. Highly Recommended!

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

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WONDERFUL!

Guest Luv2trvl
Date of stay 02/16/12
Review Submitted 02/19/12

Where to begin!?! This was our 3rd annual trip to the Arrowhead area. We were there for 3 nights and just returned today. We travel with another family and between us, there are 4 adults, and 6 kids ranging in age from 13 down to 2. We were THOROUGHLY impressed with Double D Lodge! The owners, Judy and Grant, thought of everything to make this an awesome place to stay! A few of the things that stood out to us were the Netflix on demand, the bunk room that easily sleeps 8, the kid's "secret room", the COMFY bed linens, the abundance of bath towels, the welcome bottle of wine, and last, but definitely not least, the kitchen that is stocked with everything....ample plates, glasses (every kind of glass you can think of), cookware, bakeware, etc! Oh, and 2 DISHWASHERS which was great for our large group!! I LOVE to cook and this kitchen was a dream come true! Aside from how wonderful the cabin is, the owners were great to work with. Judy responds to emails quickly (and I sent her several with questions regarding the cabin!). They give you clear and concise check-in and out instructions (including directions with time frames which was very helpful to us since there was a LOT of snow on the ground). Upon check-in, we had a slight problem and both Judy and Grant were on the problem immediately to get it fixed and were truly apologetic. It is obvious that they truly care about their guests and about their guests having an incredible stay. Double D Lodge is the place to stay!! We are looking forward to a return trip in the summer! By the way, the pictures on the website are inaccurate....the place is even BETTER in person!!

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

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Amazing Cabin

Guest Mike T.
Date of stay 02/09/12
Review Submitted 02/13/12

Our group had an amazing stay at this cabin. The Double D Lodge is very comfortable for small and large groups. The amenities including in house stereo system, tvs, beds, kitchen and decor surpassed our expectations of a relaxing get away in lake arrowhead. I highly recommend this location and plan on returning in the near future. Additionally, the owners were very responsive to questions prior to and during our stay.

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Thank You!

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Thank You!

Guest C.C.
Date of stay 01/13/12
Review Submitted 01/15/12

Thank you so much for letting us rent your cabin for the weekend! My friends and I had an amazing time staying at your place. We all enjoyed the bunk bedroom, which kept all of us very cozy and kept us together reminiscing good times together. The family room and kitchen were perfect! We used the pull out bed during the day in the family room which allowed all of us to relax laying down while watching movies. We spent a lot of time in the kitchen cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner. Having the big table helped us a lot because we enjoy eating all at once with everyone. It was efficient having the half bathroom on the main level and the main bathroom was exceptionally efficient. Since there was so many of us, we did like the fact that the main bathroom had three separate doors so others are able to come in and out without having to wait.

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Amazing time at the Double D Lodge!

Guest CC
Date of stay 01/13/12
Review Submitted 01/15/12

Staying at the Double D Lodge was great! Judy responded exceptionally fast through e-mails, which was very helpful because I had plenty of questions regarding the cabin. I was worried about the directions there because my group had gotten lost before when we rented a cabin. This location was easy to find, especially since Judy&Grant gave me helpful tips that came with the contract. My group consisted of young adults and had a blast! The pictures shown were very accurate. The kid's room was very cozy, perfect for little kids or teenagers. The bunk bedroom is perfect for a group of friends/families who enjoy long conversations and enjoy each other's company. The kitchen was perfect: all utensils were already supplied. There is enough space for many people assigned to do the cooking. We liked the long table that seats approximately 8 people. My group had more people than 8; we just used the family room table and placed it in the end of the kitchen table and used it as a seat. The family room had enough seating space for a large group to watch television together. I believe that the cabin is perfect for all ages, great for small/big families, group of friends or even a getaway for the older folks! I am really glad that I got a chance to finally stay a the Double D Lodge. Last year, I had chosen this cabin for the same purpose as this trip but my group had decided too late. I am definitely looking forward to staying again for next year!

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

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Perfect New Year's Getaway

Guest ArtB
Date of stay 12/30/11
Review Submitted 01/03/12

What a wonderful, wonderful place to spend a holiday. Our group of eight adults truly felt right at home at this lodge. There was plenty of space to sleep, cook, eat and dance for all of us. Everyone absolutely adored this home. The house is retrofitted with top of the line technology all around - from the multiple flat screen TVs to the awesome sounds system installed in each room. Beyond the home itself, Grant and Judy were absolutely awesome in getting back to us on the dozens of questions which we had before and after the trip. This home is a gem, and at this price, it is also a steal!

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

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Perfect Way To Start Our Holiday!

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Perfect Way To Start Our Holiday!

Guest Y.N.
Date of stay 12/19/11
Review Submitted 02/06/12

Double D was the perfect way to start off our holiday break! Super cozy with a great kitchen. Only 20 min to Snow Valley and only 10 min to Lake Arrowhead! Boys had a blast snowboarding. Family will be staying hear again.

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Wonderful 4th July weekend!

Guest Elena
Date of stay 07/02/11
Review Submitted 07/07/11

We had a great opportunity to stay in Double D Lodge over 4 th of July weekend! My family and friends loved the cabin! From the moment we walked in we decided that we'll definitely come back! We loved how clean and modern the house is! The house is perfect for families with kids like us! The bedroom with bulk beds and the hideaway room were their favorite places to play! My girlfriends and I loved the kitchen and our men enjoyed the outside bar ! We highly recommend Double D Lodge if you are looking for a clean, cozy, and convenient house! Thank you Judy & Grant for letting us stay at your beautiful second home!

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

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Double D

Guest Letie
Date of stay 06/24/11
Review Submitted 07/31/11

My family and I stayed at Double D for 4 days and enjoyed every single day of our stay. It was a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Very relaxing, and comfortable. All the kids loved the "secret room" and the bunk room and had a blast. All the adults had a great time, and are in talks of staying at the Double D sometime in the future again. They cabin was very modern, beautiful, clean and comfortable, exactly what Grant & Judy have described. I would highly recommend staying at Double D!!

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

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The Perfect Getaway

Guest Chris
Date of stay 06/10/11
Review Submitted 06/29/11

We escaped the Orange County June gloom for a weekend to the Double D. From the moment we arrived we knew the cabin had a lot of time and care invested in it. You're close to all sorts of great hiking and activities, Lake Gregory, and of course downtown Arrowhead, but we could have been happy just hanging out in the cabin all weekend... Everything is done up, top-notch. A sound system that goes throughout the whole house, sleek entertainment center, newly remodeled kitchen (we spent a lot of time cooking because we love to), comfy furniture, Tiki bar with horseshoe/bocce court adjacent--we made a killer tri-tip on the BBQ before spending an entire evening just enjoying drinks at the bar and pitchin' bocce. Yep, good times. We will definitely be back for another visit.

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

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Great Experience!

Guest Moe
Date of stay 05/27/11
Review Submitted 06/06/11

We rented the Double D Lodge for two nights on Memorial Weekend. What a great place to stay. Highly recommended for couples with kids like us, or as a retreat for a couple of families. The sleeping arrangements were great, and the kids loved the "secret" kids room and collecting pine cones from the surrounding woods. We will be back in the winter for sure!

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

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Don't look any further! This is the One!

Guest Enjoying Summer 2009
Date of stay 04/26/11
Review Submitted 06/06/11

I spent hours reviewing Cabins available in this area. It's hard to choose one and hope that all turns out well. This cabin was ideal for our family of 5 getaway. We had a great time. It has PLENTY of beds...easily another 5 could have stayed here. The kitchen is upgraded. The rooms are spacious. We played board games on the family size kitchen table. We enjoyed watching several family movies which are already downloaded on Netflix by the owners. The builtin surround sound system and speakers thru-out the house made music listening easy (off buttons available in each room if you don't want to listen). Most of all, this cabin was SUPER CLEAN. We took relaxing walks around the area and had lunch at the Deli up the street. The Cabin is easy to get to. If you're wondering which one to rent and are crossing your fingers it will work out, THIS IS THE ONE! You won't be dissatisfied.

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

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Perfection at its best!

Guest Corrine & Jerry
Date of stay 02/18/11
Review Submitted 02/22/11

My family and friends just arrived home from a wonderful weekend at the Double D lodge. What a perfect cabin. This Cabin was not only the cleanest cabin I have rented it was Quality without feeling like you’re going to break anything. A special touch that the Double D lodge did was having a bottle of wine apron our arrival, perfect way to start our vacation. The location was good. I would definitely recommend this cabin and hope to say again. Thank you. C

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

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Fantastic Retreat!!

Guest kim w
Date of stay 02/04/11
Review Submitted 06/06/11

We recently stayed at the Double D lodge for a family get away. A total of six adults and six kids stayed for the weekend and everyone had a ball. The kids loved the little upstairs hideaway and we all enjoyed the spaciousness of the cabin. Double D Lodge is definitely large enough for people to spread out, but cozy enough to feel connected and enjoy some family time. The cabin was easy to get to, close to stores, snow play areas and other local amenities and we can't wait to come back!!

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

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Perfect!

Guest family of 4
Date of stay 12/30/10
Review Submitted 01/31/11

The Double D was a perfect escape for our family. The cabin is an ideal amount of comfort complimented by new appliances and technology (audio system even dialed into the bathroom). A short drive to Blue Jay will get you to the restaurants and a great market. Once we stocked up we never left the cabin with free NetFlix on demand by the fire. On the top floor is a hideout room with TV and bean bags which is perfect for kids to escape from the parents. Thanks again Double D!

Recommended for: Families with young children

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My new winter haven

Guest Anna
Date of stay 12/10/10
Review Submitted 01/01/11

This lodge is a perfect place to relax and getaway from the everyday routine. LOVE LOVE LOVEd the surround sound!!! Yes, it accomodates families with kids, but it's also a great romantic hideout for the couples. Quiet, private, and well-equipped... I will definitely be back!

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Great Location

Guest Ted
Date of stay 12/02/10
Review Submitted 12/14/10

Really close to the Restaurants and mini mart in Twin Peaks, about a five minute drive. Just a little farther from Blue Jay and Jensen's Market (check out their wine selection). The cabin is very nice. Perfect for lots of kids. They are not kidding about how many this place sleeps. A great kitchen with everything you need including two dishwashers if you really have a large group. The photos are nice but in person the cabin is even nicer. It was spotless at arrival time.

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

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We love it here!

Guest Michelle Singer
Date of stay 11/23/10
Review Submitted 12/06/10

Our family had the pleasure of spending Thanksgiving week at the Double D and we will be coming back again and again! The kids (ages 10-16) loved the spaciousness, secret kids' hideaway, the huge TVs and all the movie options. I loved cooking in a brand new designer kitchen with 2 dishwashers and the spa experience of the fabulous bathroom! It was really great to have your own IPOD music playing in every room of the house or just in the bathroom while you relax in the huge tub with the candles burning and snow falling outside the window! And the cabin is so large, even with our 4 children, my hubby and I felt like we had tons of alone time. Two children would be upstairs in the hideaway and two would be downstairs in the kid's room and we would have the cozy fireplace and chenille sofa to ourselves. I never wanted to leave! Thank you, Grant and Judy, for welcoming us into your beautiful home. You have thought of every single possible amenity and are extremely gracious hosts!

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

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Relaxing, country as well as luxurious

Guest Neecie
Date of stay 07/09/10
Review Submitted 08/27/10

Our weekend was only an hour and half from Orange County. Felt like we took a trip up to the woods (which it was in a way). The cabin is all new, fresh, and with the best of everything. Fantastic kitchen with all, and more, than most of us have at home. Oh! the shower is terrific. Space for everyone to have their private place. Kids will love the bunk room, and adults will enjoy their separate comfy beds. Also the secret kids' rumpus room attic with TV. Highly recommend for an easy "get away".. The lake is close and fun adventure. My dogs were happy too.

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

Owner response: Thanks for the review! You would love coming up for a winter wonderland weekend this season! Call anytime.

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A nearby getaway

Guest JAF
Date of stay 07/09/10
Review Submitted 08/26/10

I gave my wife a break and brought the kids up for the weekend. They were able to fish, hike and just run around in clean mountain air. And when those activities were too exhausting, they hid away in the secret kid's retreat to play video games and watch movies. This cabin can't be beat for its proximity to Southern California and for its comfort and luxury. I'll definitely be back and with a large group.

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

Owner response: We're glad you made it up - we're ready for some snow up there next. We'd love to have you visit again!

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Affortable mountain retreat.

Guest John O.
Date of stay 12/16/09
Review Submitted 09/12/10

Great place to enjoy a family or friends getaway!! It is very close to the Grill at Antler's Inn which has outstanding lunch and dinners. On Sundays, they have a great champagne brunch. I enjoyed sitting in the living room with a blazing fire watching the big screen television and looking out of the window seeing the snow covered trees. There is so much room, there is great separation for the kids and the adults for that alone time. The kitchen is very modern, lots of cabinets to tuck stuff away and big enough to party in.

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

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Traveler Reviews (24)

Lake Arrowhead, CA Girls Getaway

Lake Arrowhead, CA Girls Getaway

Perfect Christmas Getaway

Perfect Christmas Getaway

Home away from home

Home away from home

Great Weekend at the Double D Lodge!

Great Weekend at the Double D Lodge!

WONDERFUL!

WONDERFUL!

Amazing Cabin

Amazing Cabin

Thank You!

Thank You!

Amazing time at the Double D Lodge!

Amazing time at the Double D Lodge!

Perfect New Year's Getaway

Perfect New Year's Getaway

Perfect Way To Start Our Holiday!

Perfect Way To Start Our Holiday!

Wonderful 4th July weekend!

Wonderful 4th July weekend!

Double D

Double D

The Perfect Getaway

The Perfect Getaway

Great Experience!

Great Experience!

Don't look any further! This is the One!

Don't look any further! This is the One!

Perfection at its best!

Perfection at its best!

Fantastic Retreat!!

Fantastic Retreat!!

Perfect!

Perfect!

My new winter haven

My new winter haven

Great Location

Great Location

We love it here!

We love it here!

Relaxing, country as well as luxurious

Relaxing, country as well as luxurious

A nearby getaway

A nearby getaway

Affortable mountain retreat.

Affortable mountain retreat.