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Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear!

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Game room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear!

If you’re searching for the perfect getaway in a scenic mountain setting, look no further than this upscale Big Bear home set in the forest! Between the pool table, furnished deck, and proximity to attractions, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental is the perfect launching point for an effortless getaway. Within a 2-mile radius, you can take the family to Big Bear Alpine Zoo on a summer’s day or hit the slopes at Bear Mountain Ski Resort when the snow falls. Your all-season escape awaits!

-- THE PROPERTY --

CESTRP-2020-01358 | CESTRA-2020-01747 | Furnished Deck | New Construction | 4 Mi to Big Bear Village

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private balcony, mountain & forest views, horseshoes game, kayaks provided
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: 65” Smart TV, gas fireplace, pool table, home office space, dining table, breakfast bar, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, rustic decor, Restoration Hardware furnishings
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central heating, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, iron/board
FAQ: Tenant occasionally in downstairs unit, quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM), 4WD recommended in winter, no A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story property, flight of exterior stairs required to enter, main living spaces require additional stairs
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

BIG BEAR LAKE (~3 miles): Big Bear Marina, Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve, Boulder Bay Park, Ski Beach Park
SUMMER FUN: San Bernardino National Forest (surrounding), Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain (4.7 miles), Pacific Crest Trail - Polique Canyon Trailhead (7.6 miles)
WINTER WONDERS: Bear Mountain Ski Resort (2.0 miles), Big Bear Snow Play (2.5 miles), Snow Summit Ski Resort (2.7 miles), Snow Valley Mountain Resort (15.2 miles), Snowdrift Snow Tubing Park (16.2 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Big Bear Alpine Zoo (1.3 miles), Big Bear Valley Historical Museum (3.8 miles), The Village Shops & Courtyard (4.0 miles), Big Bear Discovery Center (4.6 miles), SkyPark at Santa’s Village (26.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Ontario International Airport (61.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: A tenant occasionally visits and stays the downstairs unit on-site with a completely separate entrance. This tenant does not interact with guests
- NOTE: This 2-story property requires 1 flight of exterior stairs to enter and 1 additional flight of interior stairs to access the main living spaces
- NOTE: The exterior flight of stairs may be icy in the winter. Please go up the steps with caution
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Violation of this city-wide rule may result in up to a $500 fine
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning. Due to this property's mountain location, air conditioning is not necessary to maintain a comfortable temperature

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1650 sq ft (153 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01358

Property is also known as

Custom built Big Bear House w/ View Deck!
New! Custom built Big Bear House w/ View Deck!
Custom-built Big Bear House w/ View & Deck! Big Bear
421688

About the neighborhood

Map
Big Bear City, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Alpine Zoo - 5 min drive
  • Bear Mountain Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 7 min drive
  • Snow Summit - 8 min drive
  • The Village - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kallans Bar and Grill Sugarloaf - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear! located?

Located in Upper Moonridge, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Big Bear Mountain Resort and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Snow Summit. United States Adaptive Recreation Center and Bear Mountain Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Custom-Built Gem w/ Kayaks & Games in Big Bear! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nick S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not as advertised- Terrible property filled with health, safety, and security issues
This property is the worst short term rental we have ever stayed at. It is nothing like the pictures shown. I will list the negatives as we did not find any positives: - Rat feces in piles outside the patio deck - All toilets continuously run after being flushed - The entry stairs move and flex when walking up them (wood is fragile exposed and deteriorating) - Windows do not lock and close properly. Unsafe for children- fall hazard and security issue - Screen doors do not lock and close properly. - Light switches are installed incorrectly and are not uniform (up for on, down for off) - Property interior is heavily worn and damaged including marks on walls, poor patches on drywall that is unpainted. - Exposed nails sticking out of walls that will catch your clothes or skin. - The carpets, rugs and couches are heavily stained - There is a van parked in the driveway that blocks easy access to the stairs and prevents you from parking fully in the curved driveway - The driveway needs to be cleared (filled with tree debris) - There is trash spilled all over the driveway as an animal entered the trash bin. - The dryer has a sign on it saying "Warning this will cause a fire if used" - The door to the laundry was detached from the wall and left propped against the wall - We found dirty old socks on the floor-Primary Bedroom I have pictures of the above issues and more to report. VRBO please contact me to prevent further health, safety, and security issues for your customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain bike retreat
Great place to stay and escape the heat. Reasonably priced and very good communication with the property manager. Pool table is a lot of fun and the bedroom/bathroom setup is ideal for a family of 4. Close to mountain bike trails which is a major plus. It would be nice if the dryer worked, otherwise we had really good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Beautiful home in an affluent neighborhood
I enjoyed my stay. I felt like I was able to capture the best of both worlds … luxury and nature. The house is very spacious not overly decorated with furniture. Although there was no AC it was very cool inside the temperature was 85° outside. I enjoyed visiting local stores and restaurants people are very friendly, there is a short drive to the lake and other trails.
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6/10 Okay

Lily & Jason

Despite the very nice cabin, and nice kitchen the overall cleanliness of the place was bad and put a damper on our trip for me.
From reading a previous review of this place, we packed our own cookware from pots to dishes, and utensils. Good thing we did, because it was poorly stocked, everything there was there was dirty, obviously unwashed from previous visitors. The carpets and large area rug in the main room were all dirty, very stained, and looked terrible. Layer of dust on several surfaces. The only comfortable seating was the couch, and dining room benches. All other seating in the cabin were either broken or very wobbly. Only one reading lamp in the entire place, and two of the bedrooms had no working outlets to charge phones, plug in heaters, etc. In general, other than having beds, the bedrooms were bare of furniture. There was a large desk in the master bedrm however, it was pushed to one corner and surface was dusty, the accompanying chair had a broken leg so that when we placed our coats or anything on it, it would topple over. Although the beds were all neatly made, the sheets and pillowcases were not fresh and I had a strong suspicion they were not changed from the last visitors (gross). Please note, this is only my suspicion, but a mother can tell these things. This place could be wonderful but needs to be maintained and cleaned thoroughly after each visitor.

8/10 Good

Sue L., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and communications, poor amenities for food prep
This is a very nice house in a quiet location. Communications with property manager Brian were excellent. There were many, many rules for renters. The house is in need of numerous minor repairs. If you plan on cooking and eating in, the cookware is in really bad shape and there isn't enough dinnerware for more than 3 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Contemporary
Enjoyed our 3 night stay. Beds were very comfortable which is always a concern when renting a house. Nice open floor plan allows family to relax and enjoy each others company.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful mountain house
The house was perfect for a few days of skiing. The pool table occupied the teens. The contact person, Brian, was quick to answer all my questions and concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Chance

Greatest Airbnb in Big Bear
The stay was amazing! My girlfriend and I were traveling for the weekend for her birthday, and the rental matched every need we asked for. The cleanliness of the place was fantastic, the amenities were great, the location was central, and the space was perfect. The location was very modern and provided a home feel to where we felt like it was our own vacation home :). Will most definitely be coming back to stay at this property when I come back to Big Bear. Thank you guys for the hospitality. Brian was very effective with communication as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Great Place, Location and Excellent Host!!!
We had a great time at Brian place. The communication was super easy and quick, and the place looks exactly like it does on the pictures. The neighborhood is very quiet and quick drive for ski resorts. Would absolutely recommend to stay there!

8/10 Good

Mike M.

Great place, poor internet, no cable TV
This is an outstanding house. Very clean, new up to date. Owner is very cooperative and helpful. I would highly recommend staying there. We were there for meetings and needed WiFi and it was weak and there was very little service. The TV also have no cable or satellite and since the WiFi was down or in and out the Netflix service did not work either. Other than connection issues this place is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Great House
We had a wonderful time during our stay in Big Bear. The house is well decorated, comfortable and clean, with all of the amenities we needed. The house is minutes away from the ski resorts. We highly recommend staying here and will look to do so again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

SVS

Cozy and modern cabin
Beautifullly appointed cabin with modern and cozy amenities in Big Bear. The cabin was perfect for our family, close to the ski hills and the village. Everything was immaculate and the pool table was great for our boys. The homeowner, Brian, was so helpful and very responsive during our stay, too! Thanks for a wonderful and inviting stay!