The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat

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9.9Outstanding
(20 Ratings)
"My family and I had a lovely stay at the Blissful Bear. The house has a lot of room for a lot of people and there are so many things to do. The community is lovely. The owner is very kind and responsi..."
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9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(20 Ratings)

House in Big Bear, CA

16 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this house rental

Welcome to The Blissful Bear, a highly desirable cabin perfect for family gatherings and adventure seekers alike. Nestled in a serene setting, this pet-friendly retreat offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay, blending comfort and fun.

The cabin is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, close to outdoor activities, hiking trails, and local attractions, nature and the excitement of nearby adventures.

The moment you turn down the quiet mountain road and Blissful Bear Cabin comes into view, you know you’ve arrived somewhere special. Sunlight hits the handcrafted logs and castle-style stonework, and suddenly it feels less like a rental and more like stepping into a storybook lodge tucked deep in the forest. Inside, the great room glows with warm timber, sweeping mountain views, and the crackle of a stone fireplace that makes everyone instinctively drop their bags and exhale. Someone starts a pot of coffee in the chef’s kitchen while others wander downstairs to explore the game room, the massive movie theater, and all the entertainment usually reserved for a resort. It’s easy to imagine laughter around the long dining table, kids disappearing into adventures, friendly pool battles, movie marathons, and stargazing from the hot tub as the meadow settles into night. Blissful Bear isn’t just a cabin—it’s the gathering place for the trips your group will talk about for years, and the memories that turn into tradition.

Main Level – Elevated Mountain Living

The upstairs Great Room features a soaring rock fireplace, a spacious sitting area, and an open-concept design ideal for gathering. Although most Big Bear homes do not have A/C, this cabin includes a ductless A/C unit to cool the kitchen and living room areas for added comfort.

The dining area seats 10–16 guests, and the chef’s kitchen includes:

Center island with granite counters

Stainless steel appliances (side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave)

Blender, toaster, coffee maker

Full set of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, and cooking tools - pretty much everything you need to enjoy cooking a big family meal.

High-speed WiFi and a full laundry room with washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board are included.

Downstairs – Entertainment for Everyone

The lower level is designed for fun and relaxation. It features:

Huge game room

TV entertainment system

Wet bar with mini-fridge

Rock fireplace

Three queen futons for additional sleeping options

Game room amenities include:

Full-size pool table

Air hockey

Foosball

Classic Atari-style gaming table with 1,200 games from the ’80s

Private Movie Theater

A highlight of the home is the incredible 7’ x 12’ theater screen with full surround sound. The theater includes:

Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and 300+ DVDs

Professional karaoke system that projects lyrics on the big screen

XBOX 360

Streaming movies, TV shows, and SPORTS

It’s truly a movie-night (or game-night!) lover’s dream.

Outdoor Spaces – Relaxation & Mountain Views

Step outside the downstairs sliders to a patio with a ping-pong table, or unwind in the sunken hot tub on the deck overlooking the fenced yard and rolling meadows beyond.

*In summer (closed in winter), the backyard features:

Outdoor kitchen with 42" grill

Seating for 12

Fire pits for evening gatherings


*The front yard also includes a pergola-covered seating area with its own fire pit — the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of exploring.

During winter, the sloped backyard becomes an ideal private sledding area.

Bedrooms & Guest Quarters

Main House – Upstairs

Primary Suite: King bed + private luxury bathroom

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedrooms 2 & 3 share an additional full bathroom

Downstairs:

3 Queen Futons in the Game Room

Large full bathroom with tub

Laundry room


The Eagle’s Nest Guest Suite (separate entrance):

Separate A/C

King bed

Twin sleeper sofa (child-sized)

Handicap-accessible entrance and full bath

Guest Limits

Maximum occupancy: 16 guests

Maximum adults: 10

Maximum 4 cars (per Big Bear Lake regulations)

GOOD NEIGHBOR AGREEMENT:

RESPECT NEIGHBORHOOD TRANQUILITY. Disturbing the peace of the Residential Neighborhood you are occupying is a city ordinance violation. Please keep noise to a minimum, including children playing loudly, parties, and any loud noises between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am. Big Bear has implemented a number of new policies and ordinances for all short term rentals. Guests must sign the Big Bear Good Neighbor agreement which includes the following information:

BIG BEAR GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT

We are 100% in support of our neighbors right to a peaceful neighborhood. This is priority #1 for anyone staying in our home. You are a guest of Big Bear Lake and staying in a Residential Area. You are expected to respect the neighborhood and those near you. Any call after that will result in ejection from the premises with no refund (you must sign a Big Bear Good Neighbor Agreement - see details of this agreement below)

Do not exceed the occupancy limit- Do not exceed the stated occupancy at any time during your stay. The maximum number of adult occupants may
be less than the total maximum occupancy(ours is 10 adults max)

NO PARTIES ALLOWED.

No parking in street or yard -Parking is only permitted in the driveway, designated parking spaces, and garage. This includes trailers. The
maximum number of vehicles permitted is on the exterior
sign. (our max is 4 cars and this is strict)

No amplified music 24/7: Amplified music is not permitted to be heard beyond the property line 24/7. Close your windows to avoid music carrying beyond the property line.

Head inside at 10:00 p.m.
Noisy outdoor activities and spa use are prohibited from 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Take your furry friend with you: Take your dog with you so they do not disturb
surrounding neighbors. You will find that Big Bear Lake is very dog-friendly!

Take trash to dumpster locations: Trash needs to be taken to a local dumpsite unless there are commercial trash bins at your property (condo).
Clean Bear trash locations:
41970 Garstin Drive & 39690 Big Bear Blvd.

Consequences
Unfortunately, a few of our guests refuse to extend common courtesy and neighborly behavior toward the guests and residents around them. For those guests who have come to party and disrupt the peace and tranquility of the neighborhoods, there are costly and severe consequences.

Fines
The minimum fine for violating the rules stated
previously is $500 per violation. A second offense is $1000 per violation.

Eviction
Unruly guests who blatantly disregard the rules and expectations will be evicted without a refund. In addition, costly citations may be issued to the undersigned.

ABIDE BY OCCUPANCY LIMITS. Each property is licensed to accommodate a maximum amount of people, DAY AND NIGHT. Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful, and illegal. Please do not exceed the designated amount.

DISPOSE OF TRASH PROPERLY - GARBAGE FEE: Guests must take all of their trash, rubbish and discards to one of the two Clean Bear Trash Sites: (1) 41974 Garstin Drive, Big Bear Lake; (2) Auxiliary fire station on Big Bear Blvd. across from City Hall/Performing Arts Center. Failure to take trash to Clean Bear Sites will result in a charge of $20 per bag of trash..

PARK CARS APPROPRIATELY. The Big Bear Lake Ordinance limits the number of cars parked at each property (ours is a strict 4 car max), and this number is displayed on a sign on each house. Parking more cars is a city ordinance violation. Please use common sense – Do not block streets or corners and keep all cars parked on driveways. During snow conditions, avoid large fines: do not block plows or park anywhere on the street.

ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT BY ANYONE IN YOUR PARTY WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE CHARGE AND/OR EJECTION OF EVERYONE WITHOUT ANY REFUND, AND COULD INCLUDE ADDITIONAL CITY
IMPOSED FINES OR OTHER SANCTIONS.

Amenities at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Big Bear, CA


Things to know


Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.9 / 10.0
    Outstanding(20 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    My family and I had a lovely stay at the Blissful Bear. The house has a lot of room for a lot of people and there are so many things to do. The community is lovely. The owner is very kind and responsible and was quick to respond to our questions. He also addressed things that needed fixing ASAP. A great place to get away from city life!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Kids enjoyed the game room!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Dave was great to work with and very accommodating to our needs. The house was perfect for 4 families with lots of little kids. All the kids loved the play room and movie theater. Of course the adults loved it too, but this feature really kept toddlers busy. The rooms are a little small, but nothing that is unmanageable, as there is plenty of space throughout the house to spread out. I’d love to stay at this property again in the snow, as it has a perfect backyard for kids to sled on property. This is a great year round cabin.
    8.0 / 10.0
    Long needed family vacation June 2022
    Long needed family vacation June 2022
    This cabin is a must for large groups. Our family of 16 including three small dogs, had plenty of room to spread out and do just about anything. The only time we was all gathered together was when we was eating ;) The owner, Dave, was great and was always available by text if we had a question. Thank You Dave
    10.0 / 10.0
    Wonderful time
    Wonderful time
    We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you Dave and Shannon! Perfect for a family gathering with lots of activities to engage in and bond as a family. We enjoyed Karaoke, Pool table and games together along with lots of wonderful meals together at the large Blissfull Bear dining table. Such a wonderful time. We are looking forward to next year. Thank you.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We loved that they provide almost every thing you would need for your stay
    We loved that they provide almost every thing you would need for your stay
    Kitchen is fully stocked. Definitely no need to bring disposable plates or cups as there are plenty the even provide dishwasher pods so you dont have to worry about doing the dishes. I would bring an electric griddle if you have a big group and want to make pancakes. The movie room is awsome our kids didn't want to leave
    10.0 / 10.0
    Winter Trip
    Winter Trip
    The house was very spacious with a lot of entertainment. Our family had a great time; definitely one of the better cabins we’ve stayed at in Big Bear. The host and property manager were very accommodating and ensured everything was to our liking. Would definitely recommend.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Wonderful Host & Beautiful Home
    Wonderful Host & Beautiful Home
    We had an incredible stay and are so appreciative of the hospitality of our host. The home is wonderful and the kids had a great time! It was an incredible experience to bring our family and extended family together for the holidays.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this house?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this house?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat pet friendly?

    Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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