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The Muddy Moose- Spacious Family Getaway
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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 12 2482 sq m
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Lake Arrowhead, CA
- Grass Valley Lake6 min walk
- Lake Arrowhead Village10 min drive
- Lake Arrowhead Village Lakefront15 min drive
- San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
4 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Muddy Moose- Spacious Family Getaway
Stunning, Spacious, Mega Cabin! Have you seen the Huge Game Room with bunkbeds? Great Views from the deck. So many unique spaces for everyone to enjoy!
A mountain experience unlike any other awaits at the Muddy Moose. Each bedroom is a unique space with whimsical themes for your adventure. Let your inner child run wild in "The Nut House" bunk room, or enjoy the view from “The Owl’s Perch,” a loft/bdrm, or spread out in the “Moose Caboose,” an impressive master, or "Bear's Den" or "Big Moose" bedrooms. Bring your friends, family, or both! Make great memories and traditions. The Muddy Moose cordially invites you.
Muddy Moose has been a mountain favorite for years with 50+ five-star reviews. This is a very special home that the owners have put endless amounts of love and care into the home. We know you will enjoy your stay and hope to see you soon!
Please read:
For daily or weekly rentals we kindly ask that all guests follow County rules, including, but not limited to, the 16-person occupancy limit, quiet hours, and 4-vehicle limit. Please know that county rules and contract limits on the guest count are strictly enforced. Refer to your contract for more information.
Every bedroom is on its own level, which means this house does have stairs, but the Master or "Moose Caboose" as we call it is on the main level for people who need to avoid stairs. There is a very spacious private deck in the back of the home. This home has a bunk room, three bedrooms, a loft bedroom (1 king, 7 queens, 2 twins), and three baths. The outdoor grill is gas with a direct connection to the home.
This house does have Air Conditioning, but the two lower rooms, the double queen room, and the single queen room do not. Please note those rooms remain cooler throughout the year.
The Nut House Bunk Room is a Smart TV, all other TVs are equipped with Rokus and the home has YouTube TV. There is no Cable TV.
Parking for 4 cars max designated to the driveway only. There is no street parking allowed per the county short-term rental code.
The maximum number of county-approved guests is 16. Additional guests found in the home beyond 16 will be asked to leave immediately. Any fines incurred from the county due to occupancy violations will be passed on to the guest.
No access to the garage, hall closet, build-up, or utility room.
**Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and short-term renters are not permitted access to the Lake, Lake trails, Peninsula Park, and Grass Valley Park as of September 28th, 2020. Available lakes for swimming, fishing, and walking trails are Lake Gregory in Crestline, Lake Silverwood, and Big Bear Lake in Big Bear. Lake availability will vary by season.
The Dogwood Cabins is open 7 days a week from 8 am to 7 pm. You may call or text. If there is an emergency please call the number provided and we will respond immediately.
This home is in the Golf Course community of Lake Arrowhead on a double yellow line road. This means we are one of the first streets plowed. It's a quiet part of the street with only a few neighbors. The Country Club, Golf Course, and Grass Valley Lake/Park are private and do not allow access unless a member.
You will need a car to drive to shops, restaurants and the lake. This home is 2.6 miles to Blue Jay Village, 4.1 miles to Lake Arrowhead Village, 5.4 miles to SkyPark Santa's Village, 17 miles to Snow Valley Ski Resort, and 28 miles to Big Bear.
You will need a car to drive to shops, restaurants and the lake. This home is 2.6 miles to Blue Jay Village, 4.1 miles to Lake Arrowhead Village, 5.4 miles to SkyPark Santa's Village, 17 miles to Snow Valley Ski Resort, and 28 miles to Big Bear.
We highly recommend carrying chains/cables with tensioners during the winter. CalTrans will have chain checkpoints and require you to show them or in some cases put them on. to be allowed up the mountain.
**Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and short-term renters are not permitted access to the Lake, Lake trails, Peninsula Park, and Grass Valley Park as of September 28th, 2020. Available lakes for swimming, fishing, and walking trails are Lake Gregory in Crestline, Lake Silverwood, and Big Bear Lake in Big Bear. Lake availability will vary by season.
**This is NOT a party home! If you plan on breaking any of the house rules, including but not limited to:
There is no smoking inside or outside the property, this includes but is not limited to Cigarettes, Marijuana, and Cigars. If we smell smoke in the home there will be an additional $250 cleaning fee. If we find burn marks on any furniture, the guest is responsible for replacement costs.
We do not enjoy removing pets or additional guests from the home as well as charging additional fees. We kindly ask that guests follow all house rules to avoid any issues.
Smoking inside or outside the home, any type of drug usage legal or not, underage drinking, violating quiet hours, exceeding occupancy limits or vehicle limits please do to rent this home. We do not enjoy removing people from our homes, but the safety of our guests, home, and neighbors comes first.
This home does not allow pets. Service dog fraud is a crime. CA Penal Code 365.7 Punishment may be up to a maximum penalty of $1,000 per instance and up to 6 months in jail. Please note that service animals are defined by the ADA as Dogs that are individually trained to do worker perform tasks for people with disabilities. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person's disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do NOT qualify as service animals. under the ADA. Any attempt to present a comfort or emotional support service animal or pet as a service dog is fraud.
When the home is not rented and occupied, the home is owner occupied, including with a family member who has severe pet dander allergies. By not having guests with pets in the home we also assure guests with serious pet dander allergies, asthma or other serious health issues may also book this home, so we are unable to accommodate pets. Additionally, homeowner’s insurance is inordinately high for vacation rentals, and limited, particularly in this region, a fire zone. The policy on this home is expensive and does not allow dogs, regardless of breed. Regardless, the law requires any request for a reasonable accommodation to be made in advance, so if you feel your circumstances reflect an exception, you must contact us to discuss before renting so we can assess on a case-by-case basis. Your animal will be required to leave if you do not proceed accordingly and demonstrate the need for a reasonable accommodation exists. Our agency has homes that permit dogs and we can give you resources and leads for other rentals able to accommodate you.
There is a House Manual in the home.
HOUSE RULES
-Have a fantastic stay!
-Quiet Hours Sunday – Thursday 9 pm - 8 am
-Quiet Hours Friday – Saturday 10 pm - 8 am
-This is a full-time neighborhood please be mindful of loud music and outside noise during quiet hours.
-This is not a “Party House” Please treat the home with the love and care the owners do.
-No underage drinking
-No drug use of any kind, this includes marijuana.
-No smoking inside or outside the property. This includes but is not limited to marijuana, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or vape pens. If we smell any smoke/marijuana inside the home, there will be an additional $250 fee.
-No outdoor fires of any kind
-If this is a Pet-Friendly home, all pets must be approved by management. Please pick up all feces left behind by your pet and place in the outside trashcan.
A mountain experience unlike any other awaits at the Muddy Moose. Each bedroom is a unique space with whimsical themes for your adventure. Let your inner child run wild in "The Nut House" bunk room, or enjoy the view from “The Owl’s Perch,” a loft/bdrm, or spread out in the “Moose Caboose,” an impressive master, or "Bear's Den" or "Big Moose" bedrooms. Bring your friends, family, or both! Make great memories and traditions. The Muddy Moose cordially invites you.
Muddy Moose has been a mountain favorite for years with 50+ five-star reviews. This is a very special home that the owners have put endless amounts of love and care into the home. We know you will enjoy your stay and hope to see you soon!
Please read:
For daily or weekly rentals we kindly ask that all guests follow County rules, including, but not limited to, the 16-person occupancy limit, quiet hours, and 4-vehicle limit. Please know that county rules and contract limits on the guest count are strictly enforced. Refer to your contract for more information.
Every bedroom is on its own level, which means this house does have stairs, but the Master or "Moose Caboose" as we call it is on the main level for people who need to avoid stairs. There is a very spacious private deck in the back of the home. This home has a bunk room, three bedrooms, a loft bedroom (1 king, 7 queens, 2 twins), and three baths. The outdoor grill is gas with a direct connection to the home.
This house does have Air Conditioning, but the two lower rooms, the double queen room, and the single queen room do not. Please note those rooms remain cooler throughout the year.
The Nut House Bunk Room is a Smart TV, all other TVs are equipped with Rokus and the home has YouTube TV. There is no Cable TV.
Parking for 4 cars max designated to the driveway only. There is no street parking allowed per the county short-term rental code.
The maximum number of county-approved guests is 16. Additional guests found in the home beyond 16 will be asked to leave immediately. Any fines incurred from the county due to occupancy violations will be passed on to the guest.
No access to the garage, hall closet, build-up, or utility room.
**Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and short-term renters are not permitted access to the Lake, Lake trails, Peninsula Park, and Grass Valley Park as of September 28th, 2020. Available lakes for swimming, fishing, and walking trails are Lake Gregory in Crestline, Lake Silverwood, and Big Bear Lake in Big Bear. Lake availability will vary by season.
The Dogwood Cabins is open 7 days a week from 8 am to 7 pm. You may call or text. If there is an emergency please call the number provided and we will respond immediately.
This home is in the Golf Course community of Lake Arrowhead on a double yellow line road. This means we are one of the first streets plowed. It's a quiet part of the street with only a few neighbors. The Country Club, Golf Course, and Grass Valley Lake/Park are private and do not allow access unless a member.
You will need a car to drive to shops, restaurants and the lake. This home is 2.6 miles to Blue Jay Village, 4.1 miles to Lake Arrowhead Village, 5.4 miles to SkyPark Santa's Village, 17 miles to Snow Valley Ski Resort, and 28 miles to Big Bear.
You will need a car to drive to shops, restaurants and the lake. This home is 2.6 miles to Blue Jay Village, 4.1 miles to Lake Arrowhead Village, 5.4 miles to SkyPark Santa's Village, 17 miles to Snow Valley Ski Resort, and 28 miles to Big Bear.
We highly recommend carrying chains/cables with tensioners during the winter. CalTrans will have chain checkpoints and require you to show them or in some cases put them on. to be allowed up the mountain.
**Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and short-term renters are not permitted access to the Lake, Lake trails, Peninsula Park, and Grass Valley Park as of September 28th, 2020. Available lakes for swimming, fishing, and walking trails are Lake Gregory in Crestline, Lake Silverwood, and Big Bear Lake in Big Bear. Lake availability will vary by season.
**This is NOT a party home! If you plan on breaking any of the house rules, including but not limited to:
There is no smoking inside or outside the property, this includes but is not limited to Cigarettes, Marijuana, and Cigars. If we smell smoke in the home there will be an additional $250 cleaning fee. If we find burn marks on any furniture, the guest is responsible for replacement costs.
We do not enjoy removing pets or additional guests from the home as well as charging additional fees. We kindly ask that guests follow all house rules to avoid any issues.
Smoking inside or outside the home, any type of drug usage legal or not, underage drinking, violating quiet hours, exceeding occupancy limits or vehicle limits please do to rent this home. We do not enjoy removing people from our homes, but the safety of our guests, home, and neighbors comes first.
This home does not allow pets. Service dog fraud is a crime. CA Penal Code 365.7 Punishment may be up to a maximum penalty of $1,000 per instance and up to 6 months in jail. Please note that service animals are defined by the ADA as Dogs that are individually trained to do worker perform tasks for people with disabilities. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person's disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do NOT qualify as service animals. under the ADA. Any attempt to present a comfort or emotional support service animal or pet as a service dog is fraud.
When the home is not rented and occupied, the home is owner occupied, including with a family member who has severe pet dander allergies. By not having guests with pets in the home we also assure guests with serious pet dander allergies, asthma or other serious health issues may also book this home, so we are unable to accommodate pets. Additionally, homeowner’s insurance is inordinately high for vacation rentals, and limited, particularly in this region, a fire zone. The policy on this home is expensive and does not allow dogs, regardless of breed. Regardless, the law requires any request for a reasonable accommodation to be made in advance, so if you feel your circumstances reflect an exception, you must contact us to discuss before renting so we can assess on a case-by-case basis. Your animal will be required to leave if you do not proceed accordingly and demonstrate the need for a reasonable accommodation exists. Our agency has homes that permit dogs and we can give you resources and leads for other rentals able to accommodate you.
There is a House Manual in the home.
HOUSE RULES
-Have a fantastic stay!
-Quiet Hours Sunday – Thursday 9 pm - 8 am
-Quiet Hours Friday – Saturday 10 pm - 8 am
-This is a full-time neighborhood please be mindful of loud music and outside noise during quiet hours.
-This is not a “Party House” Please treat the home with the love and care the owners do.
-No underage drinking
-No drug use of any kind, this includes marijuana.
-No smoking inside or outside the property. This includes but is not limited to marijuana, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or vape pens. If we smell any smoke/marijuana inside the home, there will be an additional $250 fee.
-No outdoor fires of any kind
-If this is a Pet-Friendly home, all pets must be approved by management. Please pick up all feces left behind by your pet and place in the outside trashcan.
Property manager
The Dogwood Cabins
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the area
Lake Arrowhead
Located in Lake Arrowhead, this holiday home is in the mountains. Lake Arrowhead Repertory Theatre Company and Yaamava’ Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include McKenzie Water Ski School and SkyPark at Santa's Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Glen Helen Raceway or San Manuel Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.

Lake Arrowhead, CA
What's nearby
- Grass Valley Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Lake Arrowhead Village - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
- Arrowhead Resort Beach - 15 min drive - 7.3 km
- Lake Arrowhead Village Lakefront - 15 min drive - 7.6 km
- Lake Gregory Regional Park - 16 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jensen's Finest Foods - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Hortencia's at the Cliffhanger - 10 min drive
- Higher Grounds Coffee - 15 min drive
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Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
16 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
meaghan h.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Timers!
meaghan h.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
ELIZABETH A.
31 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
NICE
ELIZABETH A.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
meaghan h.
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the Muddy Moose!
meaghan h.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by The Dogwood Cabins

The Dogwood Cabins is the property manager for your stay. We are here 7 days a week 8 am - 6 pm to assist you. Please call or text 909 233 9571 for any emergency call 911.
Why they chose this property
Muddy Moose is located 90 minutes from Los Angeles in beautiful Lake Arrowhead. Enjoy the seasons here with your loved ones. Summer days at one of the nearby lakes, spring flowers, the colors of fall, or winter snow play. So far from the hustle and bustle but so close to nature. This beautiful A frame is waiting for you to make great memories with your loved ones. The mountains are calling...come join us.
What makes this property unique
Enjoy the unique decor of Muddy Moose, each room is tastefully decorated in mountain themes. The bunk room is a favorite with 4 queen bunks, TV, a games cupboard, and fooseball.
Languages:
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