Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ

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A wide view of the sparkling outdoor pool area nestled within the complex. Whether you're taking a morning dip or relaxing in the evening, this shared amenity is a highlight of the Boulder Creek resort lifestyle.
A multi-story building with external staircases and balconies.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a kitchen area.
A wooden deck with a plastic chair and a small table, a covered porch area, and a view of a residential street with houses and trees.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in bar counter, and three bar stools.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Boulder Bay Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Boulder Bay Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Single Level

1 Queen Bed

Single Level

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Single Level

Toilet · Shower only

Single Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Boulder Bay, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this condo is in a rural area and on a lake. Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Village. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Bowling Barn are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Boulder Bay Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Metcalf Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pleasure Point Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Castle Rock Trail - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ located?

Located in Boulder Bay, this condo building is steps from Boulder Bay Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The Village. Big Bear Lake and Metcalf Bay are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So much fun!!

Great area! Place was very nice and super easier to check in and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the area and had a smooth check-in and check-out experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fab and cosy

Had a lively time - only shame was not being able to park directly in front of the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2021
Hi Millie! I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the 5-star review! We were very happy to have you! We hope to see you again soon, have a wonderful day!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Everything as expected except

Everything was as expected, I knew I needed to drive to the office first to check in; check out was supper simple and just leaving the keys back in the safe. My biggest complain is that the hot water was not turned on or maybe their heater stopped working but we did not find out until too late in the night when we wanted to take a shower and after leaving the water running for a little while it still nothing; tried the kitchen too and nothing. We left in the morning and we did not have the chance to contact anyone due to the little time spent in the place. Other than this, the place was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We appreciate your valuable feedback, as it helps us identify areas where we can improve the guest experience. We will share your feedback with our maintenance team, and rest assured that we are taking the appropriate measures to address the concerns you raised. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Horrible

How to start . It was the worse experience ever . First : it took us 30min to drive just to check in all they ask was for my i.d and send us back to a different Cabin because it was just check we had to drive 30 min back to the cabin .. the key were in a box with a code. . the cabin was hidden we got lost the person who check us in never explain how it would be to find the place ... second the cabin was horrible the pool was dirty very dirty it had a green color we didn't enjoy it . Then inside the room the door got stuck. it was hard to open the door from my room I need it to pull it down first in order for the door to open. Then the water from the restroom sink kept leaking and kept me awake... this restroom was inside the room . The kitchen fridge leak as well from the bottom it was not cooling enough so it leak I bot a towel to. Absorb the water 💧.. second room the door was broken and also got stuck .. the t.v from the living room bad reception the movie kept loosing signal. THEN NOOOOO A.C . IT WAS to hot n no damm a.c ... there's more however bottom line this cabin needs a really remodeling . Worse cabin unit #8 please don't rent its ridiculous. No phone no one to call for service the damm reception was 30 min away from us . That was werew we check in .. The only good thing is the lake was walking distance . Thats all ... first and last time renting here . Unit #8 the worse ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2022
Thank you for choosing Big Bear Vacations and for taking the time to leave a review, Leslie. I am sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. All homes in Big Bear are required to do a face-to-face check-in as a requirement by the City, we apologize if this impacted your visit. Upkeep and cleanliness are very important to us, so we are very disappointed that this was not the case during your stay. I am not showing you reported these issues during your stay. If so, we would have happily sent out our housekeeping and maintenance team. In regards to the unit not having an AC, we do list this in the description of the home. Majority of the homes in Big Bear City don't have an AC. I have forwarded your concerns to our housekeeping and maintenance team and we are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly and accurately. We hope you will give us another chance in the future, so we can share a more positive experience.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation

Just a one night stay in big bear. I liked how it was right next to a nice park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2021
Thanks Christy- Boulder Bay Park next door is definitely a great way to spend your afternoons ;) We are so glad you enjoyed your condo and we are all looking forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend getaway

It was a good space for 4-6 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2021
Adriana, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We hope to see you again soon. Have a wonderful day!
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