Rain Got You Down? Enjoy a Beach Getaway South of the Border
Posted on 02/24/2017 in Villa La Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta Five Star Vacation Rental.
The weather in Southern California has been amazingly bleak for quite a while now. Record-setting rainfall, floods and gloom are settling in and threatening to be the new normal. Some of us are telling our friends and neighbors things like, “If I wanted a waterlogged life, I would have moved to Seattle.” While we’re enjoying the extra snow these storms are bringing our mountain destinations, some families are missing the simple joys of Southern California life like a visit to the beach and sunny walk in the sand. Well, we’ve got great news for you.
South of the border at our Villa la Estancia getaway we’re enjoying summer-like conditions. It may rain occasionally, but mostly you’re looking at highs in the 70’s and 80’s, sunny or partly cloudy skies, and great beach conditions. It’s a perfect time to plan a quick getaway. And with Spring Break right around the corner, you can grab the entire family for a quick week on the sand.
Our resort condos in Villa la Estancia are the stuff dreams and relaxation are made of. You’ll be just footsteps away from the beach with all the amenities you’d expect to find in a luxury resort. The two on-site restaurants are amazing with menus that include fresh seafood and Kobe beef options. The huge onsite spa is another great way to be pampered in the process. Relax with drinks at the swim-up bar as you enjoy the pool. Lay in the sand and soak up the sun as you listen to the waves splashing on the beach just a few feet away. And remember your friends back stuck in the traffic and gloomy weather back in Southern California.
You have a good choice of flights out of Southern California with direct service into Puerto Vallarta. A quick cab ride from the airport, and you’ll soon be kicking off your shoes and enjoying the view from your room or the sand between your toes.
Each of our condos has a fully equipped kitchen, so you can enjoy anything from reheating your great leftovers from the restaurant downstairs to cooking up the fish you caught while out on an excursion earlier. There’s great golfing nearby as well, so be sure to pack your clubs.
You can view all of our Nuevo Vallarta condos and book online at this link. You can also have a great family holiday in Big Bear, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property will ensure that you experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your holiday in Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
March Fun in Big Bear
Posted on 02/18/2017 in Uncategorized.
If you’re looking for some last minute fun in Big Bear, check out our blog from last week. February is chock full of great things. This week, we’re going to cover some of the events you’ll want to plan for with your March visit.
Spring Break is the biggest event every March. We often get booked up weeks in advance, so now is the perfect time for your reserve your getaway. We can’t promise there will still be snow, but we can promise there will always be lots of fun things to do while you’re staying in your luxury Five Star Vacation Rental in Big Bear.
Want to freeze your patootie and make some money for a great cause too? Join in for the 6th annual Big Bear Polar Bear Plunge for the Special Olympics. The Cave is sponsoring a pre-registration party on Saturday night March 3rd from 6 – 10pm with free admission for everyone registered for the plunge. You’ll assemble at 10am, Saturday, March 4 at Pine Knot harbor for the actual plunge itself. For more information, to register or make a donation, visit the Plunge website at this link. As they like to say, you’ll be “Freezin for a reason!”
If you’re not in the mood for a freezing dip, you can join another great cause on March 4th with the United States Adaptive Recreation Center’s annual skiathon to support the purchase of adaptive ski equipment and train volunteers and staff to offer adaptive ski lessons. Participants will get a full-day Bear Mountain ticket with lift-line cutting privileges and a host of other goodies. Skiers and snowboarders will enjoy a great day on the slopes and support a worthy cause in the process. For more details and to register online, visit their website: http://usarc.org/skiathon
On March 5th you can watch or participate in USASA’s Half Pipe #1 and #2 at Bear Mountain. Half Pipe is one of the most exhilarating sports we see on the mountain, and this is a great opportunity to see some of the best or enter to become one of them. Contact Bear Mountain for more details and tickets: http://www.bigbearmountainresort.com/winter
We encourage all the skiers to be sure to book their getaway quickly. The snow always seems to disappear each year with a good number of you having missed the chance to indulge. Our weekday vacancies often give you good selection and smaller crowds on the slopes, so if you can get away during the week, that’s a great option. Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
February Events In Big Bear
Posted on 02/10/2017 in Southern California Five Star Vacation Rentals.
The snow is as thick as ever in Big Bear, and February is a great time to plan your getaway to one of our Five Star Vacation Rental cabins in Big Bear.
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, and we’re almost booked over the weekend before and after. But if you can plan a weekday getaway (which places you in Big Bear actually on the 14th), we still have a good number of available properties. Give us a call at 310-780-3411, and we’ll work with you to make even your last minute getaway a romantic one that you’ll both remember.
Take a guided snowshoe tour with the Big Bear Discovery Center weekends through March 4th. Enjoy some of the rich natural beauty of Big Bear in the winter. Learn how to snowshoe and enjoy exploring the San Bernardino Mountains of Big Bear. You’ll hike through the forest with the help of a naturalist to point out the amazing things beyond the natural beauty of Big Bear. Reservations are required, and you can call Megan Oberdoerster @ 909-382-2842 for any questions.
The annual Bald Eagle Count is also ongoing through the Big Bear Discovery Center. The monthly count is this weekend February 11th and again on March 11th. You’ll be volunteering for the Forest Service to count the number of bald eagles wintering in the San Bernardino Mountains. Dress warm, and bring your own binoculars. Meet at the Big Bear Discovery Center between 8AM and 8:30AM. For more details, call 909-382-2790.
Enjoy some fun and music at The Cave in Big Bear. This fun venue hosts some of the best cutting edge and crowd favorites. Scheduled for February are Metalchi on 2/11, Pam Tillis on 2/17, “Deadman’s Party” Oingo Boingo tribute band on 2/18, Pato Banton and The Now Generation on 2/24, and Beatles Versus Stones on 2/25. For more information on ticket prices and showtimes, visit http://thecavebigbear.com.
Come out to the Big Bear Performing Arts Center on February 18th for the first edition of “Big Bear’s Got Talent.” This promises to be an amazing show filled with local students performing in a variety of categories. You’ll enjoy piano, classical vocal, and non-classical vocal competitions. Sponsored by the Rotary Club, the local winners receive cash awards, and will go on to regional competition with other Southern California clubs. Admission is free, and you can call 909-563-0331 for more details.
While all these events promise to be great fun, you’ll enjoy them even more when you stay in one of our Five Star Vacation Rentals. Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Celebrate Your Events With Us
Posted on 02/03/2017 in Five Star Vacation Rentals Big Bear Cabins.
We’re right in the middle of ski season, and our Big Bear cabins are filled with lots of avid downhill fans. It’s a great time. The Big Bear area is beautiful in all seasons, but especially so in winter. But sooner than we’d like, the snow will melt, and we’ll see folks planning getaways for different reasons.
Each year we all have special moments we set aside for extra attention. Some are common with most of us like a birthday, anniversary, or honeymoon. But there are lots of other occasions that are great to mark with a special getaway.
Family reunions are great and can be even better if you can get the entire group together without having to resort to the impersonal experience of a hotel. We have several properties located adjacent to each other creating a comfy getaway for up to 28 guests. There’s just no comparison to the safety and relaxation you can enjoy having your family stay in a private luxury cabin. There are no strangers walking down the hallways, and no concerns about parking or finding a common meeting place. Pick the best chef among your group, and put them to work in the gourmet kitchen you’ll find in most of our cabins. You can entirely skip the restaurant experience where you coordinate rides, times, and meeting places. Just pull on your slippers and shuffle out to the kitchen to greet the rest of your family.
Big Bear is also a great choice for your wedding. There are a number of beautiful venues in Big Bear for your nuptials. And with Five Star Vacation Rentals, you can invite your entire bridal party to be there for all the fun and last-minute scurrying leading up to the big day. The time can be that much more special when you’re enjoying creating a new family while relaxing with your extended family in the luxury of one or more of our Big Bear vacation rentals.
There are so many other life events that can be made even more special with a getaway to a Five Star Vacation Rental in Big Bear. Celebrate adopting your new child, landing that big job, getting your book published, the day you met your sweetheart, or your retirement. We’re here to help you find the perfect destination to match your occasion and the number of guests you’ll have.
Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Hurry. There's Snow in Big Bear
Posted on 01/28/2017 in Big Bear Vacation Rental.
We see it just about every year. March rolls around, and we start seeing the snowpack in Big Bear fade away. We also start getting calls from people who delayed their ski trips. Sadly, some delay too long, and another year goes by without some quality time racing down the slopes. You can be sure this doesn’t happen to you if you’ll just take a few minutes now to carve out your slice of winter in Big Bear.
We’re already seeing an increase in our snow bookings. And with the arrival of big new storms during the past weeks, we’re sure to see the trend increase. In case you’ve forgotten all the snow fun that awaits, let’s take a moment to review:
Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are southern California’s premiere downhill ski destinations. The storms this season have contributed to conditions that many only dream about. A huge base helps keep the runs pristine longer. Temps are dropping below freezing most nights, so the massive snow making machines are supplementing the slopes with fresh powder most nights. It’s a great time to visit.
While we’re often inclined to enjoy winter in Big Bear from the comforting warmth of a hot tub or by the crackling fireplace in one of our luxurious vacation rentals, there are some additional fun things to do in Big Bear.
Big Bear Snow Play offers downhill inner tubing with a delightful twist. They have a “magic carpet” that takes you effortlessly from the bottom of the run back to the top. It’s a great feature. It’s pretty much all play and no work. Enjoy a thrilling ride down one of southern California’s longest downhill inner tube runs, and then relax on the magic carpet ride back up the hill to do it again. Sign us up!
Big Bear Alpine Slide is another favorite. Experience the fun of a luge run down the hill. You’ll navigate one of the twisting banked concrete runs in your sled as you race to the finish. This could be how future Olympians are born.
Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Have You Booked Your Big Bear Ski Getaway Yet?
Posted on 01/20/2017 in Big Bear Vacation Rental.
That muffled sound of delight you hear is the gleeful anticipation of avid skiers reading the Big Bear snow report. New snow has fallen, and there’s a great layer of fresh powder just waiting for your skis to meet it. The weather is cooperating with us well, and the conditions may be at their peak for the season. This is a great time to plan your Big Bear ski getaway.
If you can get time off work, weekdays are your best option. We usually have more properties available for your Five Star Vacation Rental during the week, and the slopes are a bit less crowded as well. But both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are well prepared for your visit regardless of when you can getaway.
If skiing is your passion, we’re here to help you enjoy it even more. There’s really nothing that tops a great day of skiing like relaxing in the luxury of a Five Star Vacation Rental. Choose one of our properties with a hot tub, and you’ll have the perfect way to relax and work out any soreness from your time on the slopes.
It’s also a great opportunity to put together a quick getaway for your extended family, church group, or a group of coworkers. Many of our properties can accommodate a dozen or more guests, so with almost no advance planning, you can all head up the mountain and enjoy a memorable time on the slopes, and some great time together in front of the fireplace or relaxing in the hot tub.
Be sure to check the road conditions in advance, and make plans if chains are required. There are a few ways to get up the mountain, and you can use this link to check road conditions:
Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Planning a Great Valentine's Getaway
Posted on 01/13/2017 in Valentine's Day Ideas.
Most of us have barely finished putting away the Christmas decorations, and we’re already watching the new year unfold before us. Life comes at you fast, and a little bit of advanced planning can make a huge difference. Valentine’s Day is just a month away, and this is the perfect time to start planning for a very special treat for you and your sweetie.
Valentine’s Day in Big Bear is a great experience. The excitement over flowers and candy is multiplied when you give her those shortly after you arrive at your luxury vacation rental. Imagine cooking up her favorite meal in the full kitchen and then relaxing with a glass of wine in front of the fireplace later. It’s a recipe for recharging your relationship. Bundle up and take romantic walk through the forest outside, or just queue up an old romantic movie to watch as you pass the time. The options are nearly endless, and all of them will be more memorable and enjoyable when you experience them while you’re relaxing in the luxury of a Five Star Vacation rental.
Time in Big Bear can be a very romantic. Big Bear Village has some great restaurants and unique boutique shopping opportunities. Plan a quiet dinner with a slow walk through the Village, and you’ll find yourself relaxing in the cool evening air. And with the cold air, you’ll find romance as well.
Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
New Year's Resolutions
Posted on 01/07/2017 in Big Bear Vacation Rental.
We’re a week into the new year, and we’re already starting to formulate plans to drop, ignore, and deny the more stringent resolutions we made with such earnest devotion this time last week. But we’re not worried about it. There’s always next year.
There are, however, a handful of resolutions that we will continue to hold close, and we’re recommending that you do likewise. Here goes:
Spend more time enjoying your family. This one is the easiest. Work is important; hobbies are important, but nothing is more important than family. With our simple online booking and calendars, you can decide at a moment’s notice to plan a getaway. Browse our properties, see what dates are available, get pricing, and even pay online. You can gather the family around your laptop after dinner and before Wheel of Fortune is over you can plan out your entire getaway.
Celebrate important moments in your life. This is a really fun one and probably too attractive to qualify for an actual resolution. But we’ll include it anyway. In the year ahead your family will see weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, and holidays. We always have some sort of celebration to mark these events, and few things will create a fonder memory than spending your special event in a luxury Five Star Vacation Rental. And with us you can plan big. We have several properties that are adjacent to each other accommodating up to 26 guests.
Just plan some down time. There’s no escaping it. Life can be stressful. There are few things that can ease your stress quicker than soaking in the luxury of a Five Star Vacation rental. Choose one of our properties with a hot tub, and you can literally soak away your stress. Dry off, and get comfy in front of the fireplace for the therapy to continue. Each of our properties has a full kitchen, so you can stock up on all your comfort foods to round out the experience. Get caught up on your sleep, recharge your batteries, shut off your phone, and enjoy some real relaxation.
Check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Happy New Year From Five Star Vacation Rentals
Posted on 12/30/2016 in Palm Springs and La Quinta Luxury Vacation Rentals.
It’s hard to believe that another year is winding down. This has been a year of highs and lows with more than a few surprises. We end the year as we started: Grateful for our guests who allow us to be a part of their vacations, holidays, and last-minute getaways. As you start making your obligatory resolutions for the New Year, we hope you’ll resolve to spend more time in one of our great luxury getaways in 2017.
To further entice you, we’re pleased to announce that we’ve added three new luxury golf course properties in the La Quinta area of Palm Springs.
Our Prestigious PGA Legends property has room for 10 guests with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The travertine flooring and gourmet kitchen with Wolf and Kitchenaid appliances will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. When you’re not golfing, you can enjoy the views overlooking the golf course from the pool in the backyard. This is a level of luxury that few ever get to experience. You can view more photo and details or book online at this link.
Our PGA Norman Hideaway has 4 bedrooms with 4.5 baths and room for 8 guests. You’ll delight in the view of the Santa Rosa mountains beyond the golf course stretched out from the back yard. There are custom design and decorating features throughout. The open floor plan is perfect for spending some fun time with family and friends. The kids will surely love some time away on their own in the two-room casita. See more photos and details at this link.
The PGA West Estate is one of the finest golf course homes we’ve ever seen. It’s designed for luxury living from the ground up. There is room for 12 guests in its 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath floor plan. With its large guest casita, it’s a great option for extra privacy for your stay. It sits on the 16th fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Tournament Golf Course. When you’re not on the golf course yourself, you’ll enjoy relaxing with views of it out your windows. We have more photos and details at this link.
Check out all our La Quinta vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and Big Bear. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah From All of Us at Five Star Vacation Rentals
Posted on 12/23/2016 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
We sincerely hope you and your family are finding time to enjoy the holidays. We know it can be a rushed time of year, but trust you’re going to get some relaxing time with those you love.
This time of year is always busy for us. Christmas and New Year’s are big dates for planning a getaway, and with snow on the ground, our avid skiers are lining up to get some time on the slopes. We do still have a couple of properties available for the holidays, so if you hurry, you may be able to plan an amazing last-minute getaway for Christmas or New Year’s.
Regardless of where you spend it, we sincerely hope you and your family have a great holiday. We’ll be gathering with our loved ones, and getting caught up on the best memories of the past year. We have much to be thankful for, and our wonderful guests are among them. We truly thank you for allowing us to be a part of your weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, and birthdays. We share your excitement for these big life events, and get a special thrill working with you to make them even more memorable. We’re eager to see what events we’ll be a part of with you in the year ahead.
Though we typically get completely booked for Christmas and New Years, you can still check out all our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link, and if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere check out our vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. No matter what city you are visiting, staying in a Five Star Vacation Rental property allows you to experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your getaway to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.
