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Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ

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A swimming pool surrounded by buildings with balconies, a clear sky, and a fenced area with chairs.
Relax in a comfortable living area featuring a classic stone-faced wood-burning fireplace and green carpeting. Large windows offer mountain views, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your stay.
Step out onto the private balcony for a refreshing look at the surrounding pines and local landscape. This outdoor nook is ideal for morning coffee or simply soaking in the crisp mountain air.
This open-concept space features plaid-patterned sofas and a sturdy wooden dining table. The layout is perfect for staying connected with family while lounging near the fireplace or watching TV.
A view of the well-maintained common areas and exterior staircases. The lush green lawn and manicured landscaping provide a peaceful park-like setting just steps from your front door.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Boulder Bay Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Single Level

1 Queen Bed

Single Level

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Single Level

Toilet · Shower only

Single Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ

Boulder Creek 8: Pet-Friendly Lakeside Ground-Floor Condo w/ Pool & Spa 🌊🐾
Experience the perfect mountain getaway at Boulder Creek 8, a charming 827 sq. ft. ground-level retreat located in the scenic heart of Boulder Bay. Designed for families, couples, and their four-legged friends, this townhouse-style condo offers the rare combination of effortless accessibility and resort-style amenities. Whether you are hitting the slopes or relaxing by the water, this is your premier Big Bear headquarters.

🏆 Unbeatable Boulder Bay Location 🚣‍♂️🌲
Skip the traffic and walk to the water! You are situated just steps (less than 500 feet) from the iconic Boulder Bay Park. Enjoy immediate access to year-round fishing, scenic picnic spots, and seasonal kayak or paddleboard rentals. You are also just a 10-minute drive from the world-class skiing at Snow Summit and the boutique shopping and dining of The Village.

🏊‍♂️ Resort Amenities & Outdoor Living ♨️✨
As a guest of the Boulder Creek community, you'll enjoy premium shared features:

- Pool & Spa: Take a dip in the shared heated outdoor pool or soak in the communal jacuzzi after a long day of hiking or skiing.
- Private Balconies: This unit features two private decks. Fire up the propane BBQ on the main balcony for an al fresco dinner with a mountain breeze.

🪵 Cozy Alpine Comforts 🔥🛋️

- Warm Interiors: Snuggle up in the open-concept living room in front of the toasty wood-burning fireplace while watching the snow fall over the bay.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Prepare home-cooked meals with ease in a kitchen featuring a stove, oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
- Laundry in Unit: A dedicated washer and dryer make it easy to handle wet snow gear or hiking clothes.

🐶 Pet-Friendly & Accessible 🐾🔑

- Bring Your Pups: We welcome up to 2 pets (with a fee). The ground-floor entry makes pet walks and bathroom breaks to the nearby park incredibly convenient.
- Easy Access: No stairs to climb for entry! The massive, flat communal parking area (2 cars maximum) and self check-in ensure a stress-free arrival in any weather.

City of Big Bear Lake Permit: VRR-2024-0180

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number BCA-105254
Property # 3537545
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Boulder Bay, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this condo is in a rural area and on a lake. Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Village and Interlaken Shopping Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Boulder Bay Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Metcalf Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pleasure Point Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Castle Rock Trail - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oakside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bowling Barn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Big Bear Retreat w/ Wood Fireplace, Spa & BBQ located?

Located in Boulder Bay, this condo building is steps from Boulder Bay Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The Village. Big Bear Lake and Metcalf Bay are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.0

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much fun!!

Great area! Place was very nice and super easier to check in and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the area and had a smooth check-in and check-out experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Millie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab and cosy

Had a lively time - only shame was not being able to park directly in front of the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2021
Hi Millie! I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the 5-star review! We were very happy to have you! We hope to see you again soon, have a wonderful day!
Verified

6/10 Okay

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything as expected except

Everything was as expected, I knew I needed to drive to the office first to check in; check out was supper simple and just leaving the keys back in the safe. My biggest complain is that the hot water was not turned on or maybe their heater stopped working but we did not find out until too late in the night when we wanted to take a shower and after leaving the water running for a little while it still nothing; tried the kitchen too and nothing. We left in the morning and we did not have the chance to contact anyone due to the little time spent in the place. Other than this, the place was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We appreciate your valuable feedback, as it helps us identify areas where we can improve the guest experience. We will share your feedback with our maintenance team, and rest assured that we are taking the appropriate measures to address the concerns you raised. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Leslie E.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horrible

How to start . It was the worse experience ever . First : it took us 30min to drive just to check in all they ask was for my i.d and send us back to a different Cabin because it was just check we had to drive 30 min back to the cabin .. the key were in a box with a code. . the cabin was hidden we got lost the person who check us in never explain how it would be to find the place ... second the cabin was horrible the pool was dirty very dirty it had a green color we didn't enjoy it . Then inside the room the door got stuck. it was hard to open the door from my room I need it to pull it down first in order for the door to open. Then the water from the restroom sink kept leaking and kept me awake... this restroom was inside the room . The kitchen fridge leak as well from the bottom it was not cooling enough so it leak I bot a towel to. Absorb the water 💧.. second room the door was broken and also got stuck .. the t.v from the living room bad reception the movie kept loosing signal. THEN NOOOOO A.C . IT WAS to hot n no damm a.c ... there's more however bottom line this cabin needs a really remodeling . Worse cabin unit #8 please don't rent its ridiculous. No phone no one to call for service the damm reception was 30 min away from us . That was werew we check in .. The only good thing is the lake was walking distance . Thats all ... first and last time renting here . Unit #8 the worse ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2022
Thank you for choosing Big Bear Vacations and for taking the time to leave a review, Leslie. I am sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. All homes in Big Bear are required to do a face-to-face check-in as a requirement by the City, we apologize if this impacted your visit. Upkeep and cleanliness are very important to us, so we are very disappointed that this was not the case during your stay. I am not showing you reported these issues during your stay. If so, we would have happily sent out our housekeeping and maintenance team. In regards to the unit not having an AC, we do list this in the description of the home. Majority of the homes in Big Bear City don't have an AC. I have forwarded your concerns to our housekeeping and maintenance team and we are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly and accurately. We hope you will give us another chance in the future, so we can share a more positive experience.
Verified

8/10 Good

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Just a one night stay in big bear. I liked how it was right next to a nice park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2021
Thanks Christy- Boulder Bay Park next door is definitely a great way to spend your afternoons ;) We are so glad you enjoyed your condo and we are all looking forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adriana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend getaway

It was a good space for 4-6 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2021
Adriana, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We hope to see you again soon. Have a wonderful day!

About the host

Hosted by Big Bear Vacations

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We're here to ensure a 5-star experience for every guest. Our team offers 24/7 support and local experience packages.

Reservation Holder Must Be 21+ - ID Required for Access
Rental Agreement & Good Neighbor Policy Required*

Good Neighbor Policy enforced at all times. Removing trash and Wash Dishes. No Smoking, Parties, Events, Loud Music, Street Parking, or Over Occupancy Allowed. Fines/Evictions possible by both Code Enforcement and Big Bear Vacations.

Check-in after 4:00 pm - Check-out before 10:00 am
No Early Arrival/Late Departure During Peak Seasons or Holidays.

There is No Street Parking Allowed in Big Bear- Make Every Attempt to Get Cars Off the Street for Snowplows. November thru April the law requires snow chains in your cars.

Pet Policy-Pet Friendly Homes Only-$40/Pet/Night
Pets must be acknowledged and may not be left unattended in the home. Owners must clean up after pets; subject to added cleaning fees for violations.

All homes include clean linens, and fresh bath towels for the occupancy. A kitchen with basic cookware and small starter amount of dish soap, toilet paper, and trash bags will be supplied. Paper towels, coffee filters/coffee, specialty appliances, nor condiments/spices/oils are supplied.

No Pay-Per-View Ordering in any homes.

No refunds/credits for cancellations or trip interruptions due to acts of nature, (especially snow, fire, power outages) weather, road conditions, mechanical or electrical failures, spa malfunctions, or other equipment factors beyond our control.

This is a forested mountain community home to critters- animals or insects you may encounter are spiders, moths, flies, squirrels, gophers, bears, coyotes, burro, bear, bats, etc. Our team inspects prior to arrival but cannot guarantee the home will be free of these forest critters.

We reserve the right to offer a comparable property or issue a full refund if circumstances arise that are beyond our control and your property is made unavailable for any reason.

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