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The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views!

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views!

This cabin was designed for the Big Bear experience! For us, that was the whole point. The first time we came to this town we instantly fell in love, but the hotels left a little to be desired. We wanted a private space with some of that classic cabin feel, but also just enough upscale accommodation to make it feel cozy and modern. We wanted a private hot tub. We wanted a wood fireplace. We wanted VIEWS! So we purchased this cabin for it's AMAZING location on the very top of the ridge, and then remodeled it to have an updated contemporary look with just enough rustic nostalgia to match the beauty of the mountains.

This location is PERFECT for families and small gatherings, and can accommodate all types of occasions. Outside we have created a wrap-around deck that gives you a full-day lounging experience. Enjoy the sunrise with a cup of coffee from the front deck as it illuminates the majesty of Bear Mountain, or have a game of Cornhole while listening to our collection of classic vinyl tracks on the record player. In the back you can enjoy a day of grilling and cold beverages followed by a dip in the oversized hot tub under the starry night sky. The kids will enjoy the loft upstairs with foosball, games, plush oversized bean bags, etc., (and it's perfect for family movie nights). And best of all, if you are headed to Bear Mountain or the zoo it's only a short walk down the ridge! No need for parking or massive lines waiting for the bus.

We are confident that you will find everything that you need here to make this trip to Big Bear the memory of a lifetime. Additionally, this home is independently owned and operated so we will be responsive and attentive to your needs. We strive for 5-star experiences so if there is anything we can do to enhance your trip let us know.

*Walking distance to Bear Mountain
*Walking distance to the Zoo
*Short drive to the Village or the lake
*Unimpeded views of Bear Mountain from the front deck, and the neighboring North ridge from the back deck
*Private heated spa - heating included with your stay
*3 rooms - 2 downstairs with queen beds and a loft upstairs with a futon
*Free WiFi
*App enabled TV's upstairs and down for streaming your favorite shows
*Wood burning fireplace for that classic cabin feel
*Fully stocked kitchen with all major appliances plus a bev fridge for chilling your favorite wines
*Vinyl record player with a collection of classic albums

Property manager

Chris and Melanie

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 29

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 deadbolt lock
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 VRR-2024-1273

About the neighborhood

Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Bear Mountain Golf Course - 11 min walk
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 15 min walk
  • Snow Summit - 7 min drive
  • The Village - 9 min drive
  • Bear Mountain - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kallans Bar and Grill Sugarloaf - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views! located?

This Upper Moonridge cabin is in the mountains, offering ski-in/ski-out access within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Summit and close to winter activities such as sledding. Bear Mountain Golf Course and Gold Mine Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.

The Stargazer Chalet-Your Big Bear Experience with Ridgetop and Ski Slope Views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C. A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Escape
There were views from both sides of the property. Amazing record collection. I have a feeling these owners are very cool. Updated but rustic. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

erin p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
This was an amazing place to stay. Great for skiing. Walking distance to the slopes. Loved the record player. Amazing relaxing perfect little getaway 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming mountain getaway
My family and I enjoyed a lovely getaway at Chris and Melanie’s home in Big Bear. It was clean and comfortable. The views are beautiful. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub after skiing as well as some lovely fires in the fire place in the evening. Chris and Melanie provided very good instructions on how to access the home, which we also appreciated. Thank you for being such lovely hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful weekend in the trees
We really enjoyed this cozy cabin for a weekend of skiing at Bear Mtn (which we can see from the house). Charming set up and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway and meetup with family
Quaint and cozy cabin with incredible view. We were very closely located to Bear Mtn for winter activities. We were lucky enough to have major snow in the area days before. Chains are a SERIOUS must and do not take Deer Canyon Rd as directed by Google; take Moonridge to Lassen as noted in prev reviews. The kitchen is well equipped and has a wine fridge. The oven and range were tricky to use as ignition was hot or miss. We definitely would use this nice place again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Cabin
Great cabin…cozy, clean and charming. We had a great time and hope to be back soon:)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
absolutely stunning views
beautiful property, very clean, easy to work with, can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views!
We had an amazing time at the cabin and the views were spectacular. We were able to see the ski lift at Bear mountain and watch people skiing all day. The property was great for our family of 6. The kids (and some grown ups) loved the games up in the loft. My husband had a great time browsing the cool record collection, and playing DJ for our group. Overall it was a very comfortable and accommodating space. We had a great time and the property was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnoldo V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We had a great time at the stargazer. It was the perfect size for our family of 5. Very comfortable, it was just the right size. The kitchen was great, most things we needed were there. We did need a blender but made do without. Everything is updated nicely. The location is walking distance to bear mountain. However if the roads are icy chains are mandatory and I suggest taken Lassen drive which is further up past Deer Canyon to siskiyou. The hill on Siskiyou off of Deer Canyon is almost impossible. We had a hard time and found the going around was best. However, we will stay here again on our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin & amenities for a family getaway to Big Bear!
Our family had a wonderful stay in this cozy yet modern cabin! The location was in close proximity to everything and we really enjoyed the old school record player. Our daughter absolutely loved the upstairs loft play area and had so much fun playing with the large collection of Magnatiles. The owners were friendly and very responsive throughout the entire renting process. Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm, clean, and well decorated
We enjoyed our stay here. The cabin came with enough blankets, plenty of entertainment, and standard appliances. It was clean and well decorated. We plan on staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coral D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We loved our stay over Thanksgiving! The property was cozy, clean and our kids loved playing the games in the loft! All around great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Everything is nice and beautifully designed. Owners are responsive and helpful. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Stargazing
Really lovely, relaxing place with amazing stargazing. Kitchen is bare bones so you'll need to bring coffee filters, cooking oil, etc. Convenient to town
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had the most wonderful time at the Stargazer Chalet. This cabin is truly everything you could want in a cabin stay. It’s charming. It’s cozy. It has a large front deck with a beautiful view. Our children loved the loft. It has a chest of toys, games, etc…and decorated with string lights. The kitchen had everything we needed. The record player was a unique touch. We really enjoyed listening to music with a log on the fire. Chris and Melanie are truly wonderful hosts. You can tell a lot of thought went into making this place not just a stay, but a joyful cozy mountain cabin experience for all. We didn’t want to leave, and we can’t wait to come back. Thank you Chris and Melanie for opening up your beautiful home. Awesome family memories made here. Hope to return again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Conor H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shooting Stars
We had a wonderful stay and will definitely return again. The cabin is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
We took our grandkis for an extended weekend and we had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful and Chris and Melanie were amazing host!! Five stars from us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BELINDA H., El Cajon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bear Summer Getaway
We had a wonderful stay at the Stargazer Chalet! Nicely decorated, cozy and welcoming cabin. Roomy loft, comfy beds in the bedrooms, and relaxing decks outside. Plenty of room for 4 - 5 people. Nice kitchen that has everything you need. We would definitely recommend the Stargazer Chalet and will book another stay in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, modern home
The home was warm and inviting. The property was clean with state of the art appliances. My husband, myself and 2 granddaughters had a wonderful experience. We felt right at home in the star gazer cabin. We were able to enjoy all that Big Bear Lake has to offer. I would highly recommend this beautiful home to stay in when ever visiting Big Bear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Awesome place to stay. Very Close to the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brady W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for!!
Such a perfect property… the perfect getaway for us. Very quiet, comfortable beds, close to town and amenities yet up and away as well. Very clean, well kept up. Quaint and cozy, truly a cabin in the woods with great views, great in-house amenities and comfortable mountain cabin environment. So peaceful for our getaway. Never thought we’d love that record player as much as we did! Nice touch. Thank you to the owners!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
It was everything we had hoped for and more. The record player, music selection and Nintendo took me back to my childhood. The location is pretty great, right next to ski resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property with A View!
This property was awesome! Had plenty of room for families. The hot tub was amazing and being able to grill was so nice. The gorgeous view of the ski resort on one side and the stars at night on the other made for a relaxing weekend! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Fun Cabin
We loved the location and vibe of the cabin. Fireplace was great and the record player and accompanying record collection was a nice touch and a big hit with adults and kiddos. We enjoyed the hot-tub, which was clutch after a long, fun day on the slopes. Thx for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023