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Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Snow Summit
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • The Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Bear Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Big Bear Lake

Heart of Big Bear Lake.Within a 10-minute walk of this Summit Estates condo, you'll find Snow Summit and Eagle Point. Bear Valley Community Hospital and Big Bear Mountain Resort are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Village - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Big Bear Marina - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace

Bear Retreat is perfect for everyone. Located in a beautiful, desirable area of Big Bear close to Snow Summit Ski Resort, local shops and restaurants, and more. Modern aesthetics meet mountain charm in this gorgeous two-story home with central heating!

LIVING SPACE - Spacious 1500 sq ft home with living room, dining table, bar seating, a smart TV, a beautiful wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating.

ROOMS & BEDS - 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Upstairs first bedroom has a queen bed and deck. Upstairs second bedroom has a queen bed and twin bunk beds. Extra blankets and pillows are available.

KITCHEN - Stainless steel appliances, stove, oven, double door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, blender, toaster, coffee maker, crockpot, rice cooker, dishes, pots/pans, spices, and more.

AMENITIES - Board games include Cards Against Humanity Family Edition, Chutes and Ladders, and more. Smart TVs with Roku, streaming apps, and fast WiFi. Relax in the jetted tub or near the cozy wood burning fireplace. Laundry area with side-by-side washer/dryer.

OUTDOORS - Hot tub, gas barbecue, upstairs balcony, and back deck. Walk right to the chairlift, local shops and restaurants, or take a short drive to the lake or Village.

PARKING - 1 car parking

​​​​​​​Close to National Forest hiking trails
Snow Summit - close walk
Lake - 1.4 miles
Village - 1.9 miles
Bear Mountain - 2.5 miles

Other things to note:
Big Bear Lake local ordinance 99.300 limits maximum occupancy to 6 people. Children, toddlers, and infants do count as a person. Occupancy is permitted per City Ordinance - over occupancy could result in a fine or non-refundable eviction.
No pets allowed
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am

Property manager

Big Bear Cool Cabins

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets 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, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number VRR-2025-0232

Property is also known as

434572
Bear Retreat 2br/1.5ba/hot Tub/wifi/close to Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace to the airport?

This condo is 39.1 mi (67-min drive) away from the San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace on Jun 8, 2025 start from $320.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace to the beach?

This condo is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Swim Beach.

Does Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace to downtown Big Bear Lake?

This condo is 1.3 mi away from Big Bear Lake.

Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice 👏

Had lots of fun for thanksgiving at this property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Location

We rented this unit for two nights while skiing at Snow Summit. The unit was clean and right down the street from the mountain. You could walk 0.4 miles uphill or take shuttle stop 2 that was pretty much across the street. The shuttle is hit or miss depending on how busy it is. Overall, the property was a great place to stay. The unit was clean and had renovated kitchen and bathrooms. There was a nice TV and good wifi, but no cable or local TV service. Make sure you have a device and HDMI cable to connect to the TV if you want to watch anything or you can log into Netflix and a couple other services on the smart TV. It was the NFL playoffs when we stayed so if I didn't remember to bring my HDMI cable, then we would have needed to go somewhere over a very busy weekend to watch the games. Other notes - we didn't use the hot tub because it was right outside the window of both neighbors. The place is also just for rentals. There isn't a whole lot of furniture, mainly in the bedrooms. It would have been nice to have a dresser or a table to be able to put a few things on. The bedrooms only had the beds and very small night stands.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Noisy

While this cabin had an ok location close to the base of Snow Summit, because of that, the sleeping part of our stay was noisy with traffic. The snow plows and cars began around 4:00am. The windows were thin and noise level was loud. Parking was also taken up by mountain visitors who didn’t honor the tenant parking. The TV was smart TV only, so we were unable to watch any football bowl games and there wasn’t an option to add an app to access our own direct tv or other options. Netflix was our only option. The bunk bed mattress was so extremely uncomfortable that my teenage boy, who can sleep anywhere, had a hard time sleeping and eventually moved to the couch. The second night he used the roll away mattress. Also, property management would not let us stay parked in one of our two supposedly available parking spaces until we left the mountain at 2:00 on our check out day, although check-in for the next guest wasn’t until 4:00. On the positive side, check in was easy and the jacuzzi and fireplace were nice to have. it was an easy walk to 7-11 for grocery items and to a rental shop for needed helmets. communication with property management was easy through texting. We will choose a different location next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin / Location

Down the street from Snow summit, 5 minute drive to Bear Mountain, walking distance to 7-11, and easy parking in front of cabin. Pretty modern and up to date cabin, everything was great would definitely rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019