The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat

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A kitchen with granite countertops, hanging pots, and a stone fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a chair.
A wooden cabin with a porch, outdoor seating, and a metal lantern post.
A cozy log cabin interior with a dining area, a cushioned sofa, and a chandelier.
A spacious kitchen with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a large island with a marble countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Game Room

3 Double Futons

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bear Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Bowling Barn. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Metcalf Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gilner Point - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Village - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Big Bear Lake holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Metcalf Bay, Big Bear Lake and Gilner Point. The Village is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

Came down here to celebrate some birthdays and it was amazing!! The cabin is beautiful with so many things to do. Dave, Shannon and their manager Nikki were beyond amazing. They made sure we had everything we needed and because of them our stay was even more memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Stephanie! We loved hosting you and anytime people are having a birthday at the Blissful Bear, they are our favorites to have stay! See you next year when you turn 21(again) :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful Bear

My family and I had a lovely stay at the Blissful Bear. The house has a lot of room for a lot of people and there are so many things to do. The community is lovely. The owner is very kind and responsible and was quick to respond to our questions. He also addressed things that needed fixing ASAP. A great place to get away from city life!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This house was amazing

We stayed for the weekend and it was fantastic. The layout of the house was great. This house is perfect for big groups of people. Living room and bedrooms upstairs with a great deck for overlooking the trees. Downstairs was the game room with just about anything you could think of. Plenty of games to play, a pool table, air hockey and foosball. The theater was incredible! It was huge! Outside was a ping-pong table on the downstairs patio with the spa looking out to the trees. The property is all enclosed which was perfect for our dog. Dave and Nikki both were incredibly helpful with everything and so so nice. We look forward to coming back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for Staying with us Grace. You and your family and your awesome pittie are always welcome at our place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, especially if you have kids/teens

Kids enjoyed the game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family cabin

Dave was great to work with and very accommodating to our needs. The house was perfect for 4 families with lots of little kids. All the kids loved the play room and movie theater. Of course the adults loved it too, but this feature really kept toddlers busy. The rooms are a little small, but nothing that is unmanageable, as there is plenty of space throughout the house to spread out. I’d love to stay at this property again in the snow, as it has a perfect backyard for kids to sled on property. This is a great year round cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Long needed family vacation June 2022

This cabin is a must for large groups. Our family of 16 including three small dogs, had plenty of room to spread out and do just about anything. The only time we was all gathered together was when we was eating ;) The owner, Dave, was great and was always available by text if we had a question. Thank You Dave
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you Dave and Shannon! Perfect for a family gathering with lots of activities to engage in and bond as a family. We enjoyed Karaoke, Pool table and games together along with lots of wonderful meals together at the large Blissfull Bear dining table. Such a wonderful time. We are looking forward to next year. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved that they provide almost every thing you would need for your stay

Kitchen is fully stocked. Definitely no need to bring disposable plates or cups as there are plenty the even provide dishwasher pods so you dont have to worry about doing the dishes. I would bring an electric griddle if you have a big group and want to make pancakes. The movie room is awsome our kids didn't want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Trip

The house was very spacious with a lot of entertainment. Our family had a great time; definitely one of the better cabins we’ve stayed at in Big Bear. The host and property manager were very accommodating and ensured everything was to our liking. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Host & Beautiful Home

We had an incredible stay and are so appreciative of the hospitality of our host. The home is wonderful and the kids had a great time! It was an incredible experience to bring our family and extended family together for the holidays.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for us

This was the perfect place for our family. The game room was a favorite with our five kids and the kitchen was a big hit with my chef husband. A few minor issues but all in all we loved our trip and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!!

Dave and his crew were wonderful! They were extremely responsive via text during our stay. The property is great (and clean), just like the photos. We enjoyed the vast array of activities and ample space for our group of 15 to have fun. The Eagle’s nest was great for my boyfriend and I because our two small dogs wake up earlier than most and we didn’t want to disturb the group. That privacy was a plus. We hope to stay here again soon! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2020
It was very nice to host you and your group, Angelina. Hope you had a great Bday too... See you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy 5 Stars

The home is gorgeous with plenty of space and activities to spend your time. The game room is amazing! I’m sure everyone will find something they enjoy. I really liked how the upstairs bathroom was separated into shower room and a toilet room so large groups could use either without the worry of taking the other from another guest. The best part was the owner and property manager. The owner was quick to respond with my questions before my stay and provided a wealth of information on how to control the various media in the home. The property manager was the same during our stay. I had trouble with locking a door and she helped immediately. Finally, when I lost an item they searched the entire house and the street for it. They certainly didn’t have to, but that just shows how great a stay at the Blissful Bear is!! My whole family hopes to come again soon. They wanted more time there than just a weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2020
This is so great to hear, Amy! We really do our very best to make sure our guests have a good time here at The Blissful Bear and it makes us so happy when our guests are happy and have everything they need! We loved hosting you and your family and hope to have you all back in the near future! All our best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too short!!

My kids loved the game room and karaoke.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
So glad your kids had fun in the game room and theater! We have fun in those rooms, too. We would love to host you all again in the future - and this time stay longer! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a great place for family memories to be made. The house has plenty of room.

The location is ideal for a family get-to-gather. The main floor of the house is ideal to socialize while cooking and eating a great meal. The barbecue on the deck is located near the kitchen and dining room so it is easy to manage. The game room was a hit for the whole family with the theater room with 500 movies available was a windfall of joy. We plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
Hi Earl and Debbie! So glad you enjoyed the cabin and that the layout and amenities worked out for all of you! So glad you plan to come back - we look forward to hosting all of you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Returning to Big Bear

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with family members in this wonderful cabin. 50 years ago there were two. We moved to Louisiana and reared our family. We returned to Big Bear with seven family members and made wonderful memories here again. The game room and theater room was a hit. We had snow on the ground and two guys even braved the cold to go into the hot tub. The kitchen was well stocked and our stay was great. Thanks Nikki for meeting us and giving us the grand tour. Would definitely stay here again and recommend your cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
What an amazing story Loretta! (so sorry I am just NOW reading your amazing review!) We are so happy to have been any small part of your family reunion and all the wonderful memories you made. We hope to host you all again in the future! All our best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin with everything you need.

Perfect cabin for several families. It has everything you need and if you have any questions the owner is easily available. We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
So glad you and your family had a good time at the Blissful Bear! We loved hosting you and are always happy to hear that our guests had all that they needed. Hope to have you guys back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Loved the theatre and game room downstairs. Kids had a great time and was big enough to comfortably house 12 of us. We would love to go back again! Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
So happy to hear it! Kids (of all ages) seem to enjoy the game room and theater. We spend way too much time down there when we're visiting too! We would love to have you guys come back and stay - anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The perfect cabin!

After years of booking cabins in big bear, I finally found the perfect place for my family and friends! We booked this cabin to celebrate my 30th birthday. Plenty of space for 15 people to sleep very comfortably. This cabin has something for everyone. The movie room was amazing! My young cousins loved watching movies and karaoke. Tons of games and entertainment, we primarily came to town to ski, but after dealing with the crowds on the ski hill we opted to spend our second day enjoying the cabin. Very easy to contact our host, Dave. He contact me by text which I really appreciate and was easy to communicate with. Everything in this cabin was labeled and easy to use. HUGE bonus was that my furry friends were allowed to stay for a 50$ fee. I love my dog and leaving her behind wasn’t an option. We will be back! Thank you for everything Dave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Jamie - we were honored to host you for your BIG 3-0! You are welcome back anytime! Thank you for all your wonderful feedback about the cabin. We work hard to make sure our guests have the best possible time and when we hear that you had an A+ experience it makes our DAY! Our dogs are like our children too and we can't leave home without them either! So happy to hear your dog had a good time too! Looking forward to hosting you all again and - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent property. Perfect for large families.

We had a great time again staying at the Blissful Bear. The house has a great game room and theater room that keeps the kids/teens busy when they are in the house. We always stay with a fairly large group of family and friends and we never feel cramped or tight on space. The kitchen is well stocked and we are able to cook for everyone easily. The owner Dave was very helpfull and very responsive to any questions I had about our stay. I appreciated his hospitality and thoughtfulness. We are already looking forward to our annual Big Bear weekend and staying at the Blissful Bear again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
So glad you guys enjoyed your stay and had enough space for everyone to find their own bliss! It makes us feel good to know our guests feel taken care of so we make it a priority to respond asap when any questions arise. We're happy to do it! Come stay with us again anytime - summers are also really great in Big Bear! Totally different experience and lots of fun!
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