I have been coming to Big Bear Family Cabin for nearly 5 years each Spring (1 Fall visit), with 6 total stays, and it's always been a wonderful experience. I love the seclusion, serenity, and just the overall relaxation that comes with staying at Big Bear. The cabin is welcoming, like a home away from home, so after a day of fishing on the Flowage it's easy to just settle in for the night and be fully rested to take on what the next day has in store. The cabin has all the amenities, and then some, to make my visit everything I want it to be. Whatever mess I make, I can leave it to clean up whenever I feel like it... unlike at home when I feel guilty leaving it for someone else. It's my mess, I'll clean it up when I'm ready. :) The cabin is so big that it's easy to get away for a bit if needed.
Being situated on Little Martha lake has it's definite advantages, especially on those days when you just want to stay "at home" yet can get away for a little fishing on practically your own private lake. Although I have never caught a musky on Little Martha, I have caught my fair share of Perch and Pike. What's so awesome about it is that you don't have to hassle with trying to launch your own boat, there is already one (or two!) waiting for you ready to go.
Although not a "happening" town, Mercer is a great place to visit. It's very laid back, nobody gets in a hurry, and who wants to be in a hurry when you are on vacation. I particularly like to visit The Pines restaurant situated on the main drag. It's a wonderful restaurant, with an awesome beer garden, that serves the best roast duck on Saturday nights that I have ever had... oh and the Perch and Haddock on Friday nights should not be missed. A total home cooking experience, featuring some great German food and of all things, awesome take home pizza - take this back to the cabin to enjoy whenever.
Last, but not least, Alex (owner) has always taken care of me and my buddy each/every time we come up to visit. The cabin is always clean, comfortable, and there are always extra stuff that previous renters have left behind like paper towels, or salt/pepper, etc. so if you forget something quite possibly you might be covered. We try to leave something back for the next renters in return, I sure know I appreciate it. If we have ever had a problem (rarely), Alex has been very prompt about getting it corrected. This is truly a great place to rent, you will not be disappointed.