Luxury Village Retreat is Five Star Vacation Rental's Newest Big Bear Getaway
Posted on 09/27/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
It happens every time we add a new property to our family of luxury vacation rentals. Some of us get to visit the property to make sure it meets our standards and that it’s a destination we’ll have no hesitation recommending to our guests. The rest of us eagerly wait to see the photos and hear the stories about the property. It’s an exciting time, and we’re sometimes tempted to pass out candy cigars and call all the relatives. And our newest addition to the family gives us plenty of reason to be proud. Please join us in welcoming the Luxury Village Retreat in Big Bear.
One of the first things we liked about this luxury cabin was its close proximity to both Big Bear Lake and The Village. This makes it a great getaway for some of your favorite Big Bear activities. Sometimes there’s nothing quite as relaxing as an afternoon wandering around the eclectic shops and eateries of The Village. If you’re out walking in the morning, be sure to stop by the Grizzly Manor Cafe for some of their amazing food. They’ve got pancakes as big as your head, and serve all their tasty meals with a big helping of fun. 
But once you get settled in for your stay at this amazing cabin, you’ll be tempted to just stay in and enjoy the luxury. There’s room for 14 guests, and plenty of things to do to keep them all occupied. Gather at the card table for a friendly game while a couple of you shoot some pool a few steps away. Whoever ends up doing the cooking will delight in the gourmet touches and fine granite counters.
The great room will be a natural place for everybody to gather at the end of the day. Fire up the floor-t0-ceiling stone fireplace . The glow of the fire will be a certain conversation starter, and you’ll all delight in the great atmosphere as you relax with some hot chocolate or cool drink. As with our other luxury cabins, the only part of your stay that you’ll be unhappy about is the end. But don’t despair. We’ll be sure to keep the cabin ready for your next visit.
And if you’d like to explore any of our other destinations, you can be assured that we’re committed to providing top quality cabins, estates, and condos for your next vacation getaway. Here are links to our other properties in Park City, Utah, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Give us a call at 310-780-3411, and we’ll be happy to help you make the reservation for your next getaway.
Pack Some Costumes, and Get Ready For Halloween in Big Bear
Posted on 09/20/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
Halloween is one of our favorite times of year. And we can’t think of any better place to celebrate it than in Big Bear. It’s just plain fun to shop for costumes for the little ones, and then have an evening of excited giggles, a few frights, and much more candy that you can imagine.
Big Bear pulls out all the stops for Halloween. Starting at 4pm on Thursday the 31st, over 50 shops in The Village will open their doors handing out free candy to any kids in costume. It’s a great time, and the safest place we can think of for trick or treating. The added benefit is the great fun mom and dad will have as they get to browse through the great collection of fun shops in The Village. While the kids will be thrilled with the free candy, you may find some real must-have items from fine wines, local crafts, and just plain fun tchotchkies.
With Halloween falling on a Thursday this year, you may want to consider taking a vacation day on Friday and just making a long weekend of it. Several of our properties are within walking distance of The Village, and all are within a few minute’s drive.
After you kick off your long weekend on Thursday night, you can make plans for other great activities as well. The Big Bear Zoo is a great destination for the entire family, with lots of great exhibits. The cyclists in the family will find lots of activities through the Big Bear Cycling Association. Or you may just want to hang around your Five Star Vacation Rental vacation rental. You’ll discover a level of luxury that is most rare. Just relax and enjoy your time away. And keep an eye on the kids. They’ll be on quite a sugar high all weekend long.
To view our Big Bear vacation rental cabins, visit our Big Bear page at this link. Planning a getaway somewhere else? Check out our luxury vacation rentals in Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. We realize that you get very little vacation time each year, so we’re dedicated to ensuring that your time spent in one of our luxury rentals will be a great value for your and your family. Call us today, and we’ll help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.
Plan Your October Five Star Vacation Rental In Big Bear
Posted on 09/13/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
Fall is quickly approaching, and October is just a couple of weeks away. The nights here in Big Bear are already starting to get the wonderfully crisp feel to them as the cool of fall and winter starts sending hints of the chill to come. There’s never a bad time to visit Big Bear, so if you’ve been delaying, here are a few good reasons to plan your October getaway in one of our FiveStarVacationRental.com Big Bear estate and cabin vacation rentals.
Flashlight Safari at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
This annual event is a big hit, and you’ll quickly learn why. The Alpine Zoo in Big Bear is one of the region’s most popular destinations, but come fall, there’s a whole new dimension to discover in the evening. While most visitors may miss any interaction with the numerous nocturnal animals, the Flashlight Safari provides a rare opportunity to see exactly how wild things can get after dark. You’ll get to visit the park after usual hours and get a specialized tour of the nocturnal animals. This is a real treat for most kids, and the adults will love it as well. Be sure to pack comfy shoes and a warm jacket since the evenings are getting a bit chilly. Flashlight Safari tours start Saturday, October 5 and continue every Saturday through October 27. Some of the animals that come alive after dark include mountain lions, bobcats, foxes, raccoons, skunks, beaver, black bear, owls, coyotes and wolves. Visit the zoo website for more details: http://bigbearzoo.org
Grab your rod and reel for the annual Big Bear Lake October Troutfest. Western Outdoor News sponsors this annual event that’s a fun outing for the entire family. You can enjoy the relaxation of fishing with the family combined with lots of great prizes and cash awards for the best catch. This year’s troutfest will be help October 5th and 6th. Visit Western Outdoor News website for more details.
October is also a big month for bikers of all ages. The Big Bear Cycling Association has dozens of events scheduled all month long. There are opportunities for all age and skill levels to get out on the open road with a group of bikers and enjoy some of that cool Big Bear wind blowing in your face. Visit the Big Bear Cycling Association’s website for more info.
Be sure to look at all our luxury rentals in Big Bear. We can also help you book your getaway to one of our other destinations in Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. We’re committed to making sure your vacation will be a great memory for your entire family. Call us at 310-780-3411 for more details or to book with us on the phone.
Last Minute Plans for Life Long Memories
Posted on 09/06/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
We’re already a week into September, and the family may well be ready for a quick weekend away. School just started, and the weather has been blazing hot in many places. You may already feel like you’re falling into the same annual rut that just keeps you moving on auto pilot through the coming months. There no better way to break out and create some wonderful memories than with a weekend away in one of our Five Star Vacation Rentals in Big Bear.
Well, we certainly have some great ideas that will bring a new spark of life and excitement into your upcoming weekends. Though September is one of Big Bear’s biggest months for fun events, we’ve still got a number of weekend rentals open, so you can whisk the family away to have some real fun. Let’s recap some of what’s on the calendar:
Oktoberfest starts next weekend, and that’s reason enough to drop everything for a weekend getaway. Many of our cabins are already booked, but we’ve still got availability. If you need any further convincing about the many fun reasons to be in Big Bear for Oktoberfest, just read our recent blog entry detailing some of the fun.
The following weekend brings Big Bear’s annual Film Festival with all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. This event grows in popularity every year, and this year promises to the best yet. Mark your calendar for September 20th through 22nd. Whether your passion runs as a film maker or a film watcher, this event is great fun.
September is also a great month for outdoor activities in Big Bear as fall usually arrives with the dramatic color changes you just can’t see elsewhere in Southern California. Grab your bikes, hiking boots, cameras, and kids. We’ll have some of the most luxurious accommodations available in all of Big Bear for your upcoming visit.
Be sure to look at all our luxury rentals in Big Bear. We can also help you book your getaway to one of our other destinations in Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. We’re committed to making sure your vacation will be a great memory for your entire family. Call us at 310-780-3411 for more details or to book with us on the phone.
