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Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate

Vacation home near Lake Arrowhead Village in Lake Arrowhead

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Arrowhead, CA
  • Place, Lake Arrowhead
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamiltair community Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Grass Valley Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Arrowhead

In Lake Arrowhead .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Arrowhead and Hamiltair Cove Beach. Grass Valley Lake and Hamiltair community Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Arrowhead - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hamiltair Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hamiltair community Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grass Valley Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Arrowhead Village - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino Santa Fe Depot - 36 min drive
  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jensen's Finest Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cadillac Cowboy - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lake Arrowhead Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Coffee Co. - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate

Discover the historic Ruth Hussey Estate in Lake Arrowhead, designed by MGM for the 1940s actress. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home blends vintage charm with modern updates, featuring an iconic octagon cabin, custom staircase, and gourmet kitchen. Enjoy stunning panoramic lake views from expansive decks, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Sleeps 10. A unique retreat for unforgettable mountain getaways.

Main Living Space – The Iconic Octagon Cabin

Enter into the original octagon cabin, full of charm and natural light

Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, and a dedicated coffee bar

Dining area features a custom live-edge timber table that seats up to 10, with sweeping panoramic views of Lake Arrowhead

Spacious living room with large sectional, Smart TV, and even more lake views

Cozy wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and ambiance

Convenient powder room located on this level

Expansive Outdoor Deck

Deck stretches the full length of the main level

Enjoy lounge seating and a BBQ grill for outdoor cooking

Perfect for soaking in the stunning lake views or entertaining guests

Outdoor dining set arriving summer season

Vintage Charm Meets Modern Comfort

Custom staircase and architectural details throughout

Sleeps 10 comfortably across 4 bedrooms

3 full bathrooms for convenience

A harmonious blend of Hollywood history and contemporary luxury

Whether you're relaxing on the deck, sharing meals with family and friends, or cozying up by the fire, the Ruth Hussey Estate offers a unique escape that captures the beauty and spirit of Lake Arrowhead.

The lower bedroom accessed from the original circular staircase is a double large room, offering a king and queen beds, seating and TV area, also a full bathroom on this level.
Upstairs top level, is the primary bedroom with a king bed, TV and YES more lake views, the private deck with chaise lounges to enjoy the breathtaking sight of the lake. The bunk room with custom built-in timber twins will delight anyone. One more bedroom with a queen bed and TV. Bathroom and powder room on this level.
Garage parking for 2 and driveway 2 PLEASE do not BLOCK access road or park on any other area. Fines can be imposed by the county min $1000 and are the responsibility of the guests to pay.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2025-00291

Frequently asked questions

How close is Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.5 mi (49-min drive) away from the San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 15-minute walk from Hamiltair Cove Beach and 1.1 mi (6-min drive) from Hamiltair community Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Yaamava' Resort & Casino (7.9 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate to downtown Lake Arrowhead?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Lake Arrowhead.

Designed by MGM for Ruth Hussey, Iconic Estate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was as described. Nice views, very clean and offered plenty of amenities close bye.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026