Grab Your Skis -- Bear Mountain Is Open!
Posted on 11/29/2013 in Luxury Big Bear Cabins.
Well, it’s official. The Big Bear ski season has commenced. We started seeing some snow in the last couple of weeks, and Bear Mountain opened just in time for Thanksgiving. This marks the beginning of our busiest time of year, so be sure to book your Big Bear vacation rental cabin early.
As we write this, Bear Mountain is the only ski resort open in all of Southern California. And we just happen to have a few dozen of Southern California’s finest vacation rental cabins, condos and estates. Booking your Five Star Vacation Rental cabin is a perfect way to maximize the great experience you’ll have with your Big Bear ski getaway. Our return guests can tell you about the amazing experience of having a fun day on the slopes followed by a relaxing evening in one of our luxury cabins. It’s especially delightful to relax in the comfort of a hot tub to soothe some of the inevitable bumps and minor aches you may feel after getting back on the slopes for the first time this season. Most of our cabins have hot tubs, so be sure to ask one of our customer service agents to find the exact right cabin for your getaway. For the best value, be sure to buy your lift tickets online before you arrive. They’re offered at a discount at this link.
And there’s plenty to do off the slopes as well. The kids will surely love a down hill run at the Alpine Slide. It’s Southern California’s only true bobsled experience, and it’s an annual tradition for many families. They’ve also got one of Southern California’s best tubing hills, for a bouncing great time. Visit their website for prices and hours: http://www.alpineslidebigbear.com/AlpineSlide.html .
And for mom and dad, there are plenty of great shops and tasty restaurants in Big Bear Village. So if you can pry yourself away from the slopes for a while, you can have a great afternoon of relaxing shopping followed by some of the finest dining experiences available anywhere in California. And of course, you’ll have the delightful anticipation each day that you’ll end up back at your Five Star Vacation Rental luxury Big Bear cabin.
You can view all our Big Bear cabins at this link, or call us at a 310-780-3411. We’ll be happy to help you put together the ideal getaway. We’ve got luxury vacation rentals in Big Bear, Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Regardless of which one of our luxury getaway locations you choose, you can be assured that we’re working to make sure your vacation will be one you’ll want to repeat again every year.
Be sure to download our new IOS and Android apps. These are a great tool to let you view our properties and book them while you’re on the go.
We've Got Snow!
Posted on 11/22/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
It’s one of those phrases that so many of us just love to hear over and over. Like when your spouse looks lovingly in your eyes, and says, “I love you,” or when your kid rushes in the door with a beaming face declaring, “I got all A’s!” And add to that list when Five Star Vacation Rentals taps you gently on the shoulder and whispers excitedly, “We’ve got snow!”
It’s our absolute most favorite time of the year. We feel like a perennial groundhog, looking anxiously to the sky and learning more about weather patterns than a CalTech grad. Big Bear is an extraordinarily delightful destination any time of the year, but especially so when snow arrives. This means its time for you to take action while there’s still time.
Now you’ll need to time your visit to meet your specific desires. Both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are getting snow, but neither has announced the exact date they’ll open for skiers. But don’t let that slow you down. There are plenty of fun hills and snow play around town, but we’re still waiting for the slopes to open up. It’s a great time to grab the kids and some snow disks for a great weekend getaway. And you can still prepare for the season by purchasing your season passes for the slopes at this link.
Winter is our busiest season, so it’s important to plan ahead. We may still have one or two cabins available for Thanksgiving. As soon as the slopes open up, we’re typically deluged with reservations. Don’t delay making your reservation to make sure you get that much needed time away in Big Bear!
Just can’t wait any longer? Some lifts are already open in Park City and Mammoth. You can book your stay online, or call us at 310-780-3411. We’ll help you pick out the perfect luxury rental for your family or group. And remember, it’s a perfect time to plan your Christmas getaway as well. Book early, so you can have a wider selection of luxury vacation rental cabins in Big Bear with Five Star Vacation Rentals.
Not in the mood for a cold weather getaway? We’ve got you covered! Check out our luxury vacation rentals in Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, 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.
Meet the Newest Members of the Five Star Vacation Rentals Family
Posted on 11/15/2013 in Luxury Big Bear Cabins.
It’s been a busy couple of weeks. Temperatures are starting to dip in Big Bear and we’re expecting the season’s first snow anytime. We’re almost booked solid for Thanksgiving, and we just added two new properties.
Sinatra’s Villa is a beautiful log cabin just a 5 minute walk to Snow Summit and quick drive into the Village. You’ll love the soaring ceiling in the great room, and the large deck has amazing forest views. It has 3 bedrooms with a loft, so there’s plenty of room for your party of up to 8 people. We’ve packed this cabin with great diversions including a pool table, foosball table, Playstation, and a TV in every room. We’re sure this one will quickly become a favorite, so be sure to book your stay right away.
Our second new addition is Pine Nest Chalet. This is a new purchase, and has all new furniture and appliances. And it’s a perfect choice for all our football fans. We’re including the NFL package, so you can get in some great time away in Big Bear and catch some great football games at the same time. Just add some beer and pizza, and this may well be the most relaxing vacation retreat you’ve ever had. After the game is over, you’ll have fun shooting some pool with the family, or dive into a lively game of darts. You’ll also enjoy the beauty of the forest with the while you relax in the hot tub and take in the tree top views.
You can view all our Big Bear cabins at this link, or call us at a 310-780-3411. We’ll be happy to help you put together the ideal getaway. We’ve got luxury vacation rentals in Big Bear including Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Regardless of which one of our luxury getaway locations you choose, you can be assured that we’re working to make sure your vacation will be one you’ll want to repeat again every year.
Be sure to download our new IOS and Android apps. These are a great tool to let your view our properties and book them while you’re on the go.
Bring Your Family To Big Bear For Thanksgiving
Posted on 11/08/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
The holiday season is upon us, and you may already be feeling some of the usual pressures. Where will you find room for the new relatives? How many different tables will you need to set up this year? Will you need to limit your number of guests?
If your home is the usual holiday destination, it can be daunting to accommodate them all each year as your family grows with new kids and spouses. Well, we’ve got a perfect solution. Rent one of our Five Star Vacation Rental luxury cabins in Big Bear! It’s a great option for big families, and provides the entire family with a memorable treat. But as you can imagine, we are usually booked solid for that weekend. Be sure to call us right away to grab one of our luxury vacation rentals.
You’ll have a few tasty options for your Thanksgiving getaway. Stillwells Restaurant inside the Northwoods Resort is a popular destination for many folks. Just imagine having a great Thanksgiving meal (or their usual scrumptious buffet) and have absolutely zero dishes to do when you’re done. Stillwells requires reservations, so be sure to call well in advance (909) 866-3121 ext. 7885 to be sure you get space set aside for your group. You’ll enjoy great food, relaxing time with your family, and the freedom to walk away from a huge pile of dirty dishes. It’s almost too good to imagine.
Another great option is to serve your family and guests a pre-cooked meal at your vacation rental cabin. Both Staters Brothers and Vons in Big Bear are offering full Thanksgiving meals with all the fixings. You can choose from Turkey, Ham, or Prime Rib. For larger groups, mix and match to provide a greater variety for your family. You’ll also need to order these in advance. You can reach Stater Brothers at (909) 866-5211, and Vons at (909) 866-8459. Be sure to buy some nice disposable plates and cups, so your Thanksgiving clean up will be mostly with a trash bag instead of a dish rag!
And for our dyed-in-the-wool gourmets, rest assured that virtually all of our luxury vacation rental cabins and estates have kitchens equal to the task for your Thanksgiving preparations. Many of our units have double ovens and gas ranges. Be sure to check out the specifics with us. Call us at 310-780-3411, and we’ll help you find the best cabin for your getaway.
We often have snow on the ground during Thanksgiving, so be sure to plan ahead and pack your skis. This could be a weekend you’ll remember for a long time as a great time with family, some great food, and amazing skiing. The only unpleasant part of the entire experience is when you have to pack up and return to the real world.
Looking for a Thanksgiving getaway elsewhere? We’ve got you covered. We can also help you book your Thanksgiving 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 holiday 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.
Hollywood Comes to Five Star Vacation Rentals. Again.
Posted on 11/01/2013 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
We’re starting to feel like a stage mom.
We’ve got these amazing kids (read “vacation rental cabins, estates, and condos”) that have such overwhelming appeal, it’s only natural that folks are drawn to their luxury and custom features. And with increasing frequency, people are putting our kids in TV shows and movies. In recent months our properties have appeared on “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” ABC’s “The Lookout,” and the indie film, “A Separate Life.” We’re mighty proud about that.
Our most recent brush with fame is with Cabin 10, The Grand Lakefront in Big Bear. The cabin was featured on WETV’s Kendra On Top episodes, “The Big Bare” and “Cabin Fever.” Kendra and her husband Hank celebrated their 4th wedding anniversary with a weekend stay in this cabin. And we’d be hard pressed to choose a better destination.
If you watched the show, you saw the squeals of delight as the young starlet arrived. “Look how beautiful this is!” was her first reaction, and she threw in a “this is awesome!” as well. But this is nothing new to us. That’s how we reacted when we first saw this amazing log estate on the lake. And our guests have pretty much the same reaction each time they arrive as well. It’s a remarkable property.
This home is constructed of full round lodgepole pine logs from Montana. And to ensure the absolute best quality, the builder actually assembled the entire cabin on site in Montana to check that each joint and log fit exactly to their rigorous demands. Once they were satisfied with it, they disassembled it log by log and loaded it on trucks bound for an exclusive lot in Big Bear right on the lake. As you can imagine, this is a very expensive way to build a cabin. But after you spend a few minutes wandering around inside, you’ll quickly begin to see the level of luxury and craftsmanship that can only be achieved by this extreme attention to detail.
This cabin truly represents the absolute best that Big Bear has to offer. You’ll enjoy all the water sports with the included dock, and the lake views from the deck are just amazing. The gourmet kitchen will delight even the most demanding of chefs, and you’ll be surrounded by the constant reminders that this luxury home is the product of many hours work at the hands of many talented craftsmen. If you’re looking for someplace to enjoy the full star treatment, Cabin 10 is a great choice. View more photos and get booking information at this link.
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. We’ll do our best to have you feeling like Hollywood royalty. Call us at 310-780-3411 for more details or to book with us on the phone.
