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The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to The Blissful Bear, a luxurious cabin that combines indigenous mountain materials with finely crafted workmanship. With an outdoor kitchen, deck with BBQ, hot tub and game room on offer, this 3,200 square foot retreat is perfect for family gatherings or get-togethers. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub overlooking the huge yard and beautiful rolling meadows.

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Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat

Welcome to The Blissful Bear, a highly desirable cabin perfect for family gatherings and adventure seekers alike. Nestled in a serene setting, this pet-friendly retreat offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay, blending comfort and fun.

The cabin is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, close to outdoor activities, hiking trails, and local attractions, nature and the excitement of nearby adventures.

The moment you turn down the quiet mountain road and Blissful Bear Cabin comes into view, you know you’ve arrived somewhere special. Sunlight hits the handcrafted logs and castle-style stonework, and suddenly it feels less like a rental and more like stepping into a storybook lodge tucked deep in the forest. Inside, the great room glows with warm timber, sweeping mountain views, and the crackle of a stone fireplace that makes everyone instinctively drop their bags and exhale. Someone starts a pot of coffee in the chef’s kitchen while others wander downstairs to explore the game room, the massive movie theater, and all the entertainment usually reserved for a resort. It’s easy to imagine laughter around the long dining table, kids disappearing into adventures, friendly pool battles, movie marathons, and stargazing from the hot tub as the meadow settles into night. Blissful Bear isn’t just a cabin—it’s the gathering place for the trips your group will talk about for years, and the memories that turn into tradition.

Main Level – Elevated Mountain Living

The upstairs Great Room features a soaring rock fireplace, a spacious sitting area, and an open-concept design ideal for gathering. Although most Big Bear homes do not have A/C, this cabin includes a ductless A/C unit to cool the kitchen and living room areas for added comfort.

The dining area seats 10–16 guests, and the chef’s kitchen includes:

Center island with granite counters

Stainless steel appliances (side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave)

Blender, toaster, coffee maker

Full set of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, and cooking tools - pretty much everything you need to enjoy cooking a big family meal.

High-speed WiFi and a full laundry room with washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board are included.

Downstairs – Entertainment for Everyone

The lower level is designed for fun and relaxation. It features:

Huge game room

TV entertainment system

Wet bar with mini-fridge

Rock fireplace

Three queen futons for additional sleeping options

Game room amenities include:

Full-size pool table

Air hockey

Foosball

Classic Atari-style gaming table with 1,200 games from the ’80s

Private Movie Theater

A highlight of the home is the incredible 7’ x 12’ theater screen with full surround sound. The theater includes:

Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and 300+ DVDs

Professional karaoke system that projects lyrics on the big screen

XBOX 360

Streaming movies, TV shows, and SPORTS

It’s truly a movie-night (or game-night!) lover’s dream.

Outdoor Spaces – Relaxation & Mountain Views

Step outside the downstairs sliders to a patio with a ping-pong table, or unwind in the sunken hot tub on the deck overlooking the fenced yard and rolling meadows beyond.

*In summer (closed in winter), the backyard features:

Outdoor kitchen with 42" grill

Seating for 12

Fire pits for evening gatherings


*The front yard also includes a pergola-covered seating area with its own fire pit — the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of exploring.

During winter, the sloped backyard becomes an ideal private sledding area.

Bedrooms & Guest Quarters

Main House – Upstairs

Primary Suite: King bed + private luxury bathroom

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedrooms 2 & 3 share an additional full bathroom

Downstairs:

3 Queen Futons in the Game Room

Large full bathroom with tub

Laundry room


The Eagle’s Nest Guest Suite (separate entrance):

Separate A/C

King bed

Twin sleeper sofa (child-sized)

Handicap-accessible entrance and full bath

Guest Limits

Maximum occupancy: 16 guests

Maximum adults: 10

Maximum 4 cars (per Big Bear Lake regulations)

GOOD NEIGHBOR AGREEMENT:

RESPECT NEIGHBORHOOD TRANQUILITY. Disturbing the peace of the Residential Neighborhood you are occupying is a city ordinance violation. Please keep noise to a minimum, including children playing loudly, parties, and any loud noises between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am. Big Bear has implemented a number of new policies and ordinances for all short term rentals. Guests must sign the Big Bear Good Neighbor agreement which includes the following information:

BIG BEAR GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT

We are 100% in support of our neighbors right to a peaceful neighborhood. This is priority #1 for anyone staying in our home. You are a guest of Big Bear Lake and staying in a Residential Area. You are expected to respect the neighborhood and those near you. Any call after that will result in ejection from the premises with no refund (you must sign a Big Bear Good Neighbor Agreement - see details of this agreement below)

Do not exceed the occupancy limit- Do not exceed the stated occupancy at any time during your stay. The maximum number of adult occupants may
be less than the total maximum occupancy(ours is 10 adults max)

NO PARTIES ALLOWED.

No parking in street or yard -Parking is only permitted in the driveway, designated parking spaces, and garage. This includes trailers. The
maximum number of vehicles permitted is on the exterior
sign. (our max is 4 cars and this is strict)

No amplified music 24/7: Amplified music is not permitted to be heard beyond the property line 24/7. Close your windows to avoid music carrying beyond the property line.

Head inside at 10:00 p.m.
Noisy outdoor activities and spa use are prohibited from 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Take your furry friend with you: Take your dog with you so they do not disturb
surrounding neighbors. You will find that Big Bear Lake is very dog-friendly!

Take trash to dumpster locations: Trash needs to be taken to a local dumpsite unless there are commercial trash bins at your property (condo).
Clean Bear trash locations:
41970 Garstin Drive & 39690 Big Bear Blvd.

Consequences
Unfortunately, a few of our guests refuse to extend common courtesy and neighborly behavior toward the guests and residents around them. For those guests who have come to party and disrupt the peace and tranquility of the neighborhoods, there are costly and severe consequences.

Fines
The minimum fine for violating the rules stated
previously is $500 per violation. A second offense is $1000 per violation.

Eviction
Unruly guests who blatantly disregard the rules and expectations will be evicted without a refund. In addition, costly citations may be issued to the undersigned.

ABIDE BY OCCUPANCY LIMITS. Each property is licensed to accommodate a maximum amount of people, DAY AND NIGHT. Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful, and illegal. Please do not exceed the designated amount.

DISPOSE OF TRASH PROPERLY - GARBAGE FEE: Guests must take all of their trash, rubbish and discards to one of the two Clean Bear Trash Sites: (1) 41974 Garstin Drive, Big Bear Lake; (2) Auxiliary fire station on Big Bear Blvd. across from City Hall/Performing Arts Center. Failure to take trash to Clean Bear Sites will result in a charge of $20 per bag of trash..

PARK CARS APPROPRIATELY. The Big Bear Lake Ordinance limits the number of cars parked at each property (ours is a strict 4 car max), and this number is displayed on a sign on each house. Parking more cars is a city ordinance violation. Please use common sense – Do not block streets or corners and keep all cars parked on driveways. During snow conditions, avoid large fines: do not block plows or park anywhere on the street.

ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT BY ANYONE IN YOUR PARTY WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE CHARGE AND/OR EJECTION OF EVERYONE WITHOUT ANY REFUND, AND COULD INCLUDE ADDITIONAL CITY
IMPOSED FINES OR OTHER SANCTIONS.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 7 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pre-approval of pets required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Pre-approval of events required.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Pre-approval of events required.
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VRR-2025-2578

Property is also known as

Theatre Game Room Hot Tub 2 Full Kitchens Big Bear Lake
Theatre Game Room Hot Tub 2 Full Kitchens
Theatre Game Room Hot Tub 2 F
Summer = Outdoor Kitchen Theatre Game Room FUN
Theatre, Game Room, hot Tub, Space Groups/families Big Bear Lake

About the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Metcalf Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Village - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bowling Barn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Space for families, theatre, game room, hot tub. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Space for families, theatre, game room, hot tub.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Space for families, theatre, game room, hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Space for families, theatre, game room, hot tub.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Space for families, theatre, game room, hot tub. located?

This family-friendly Big Bear Lake holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Metcalf Bay, Big Bear Lake and Gilner Point. The Village is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Great cabin with everything you need.

Perfect cabin for several families. It has everything you need and if you have any questions the owner is easily available. We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

stephanie p., California

Amazing

Came down here to celebrate some birthdays and it was amazing!! The cabin is beautiful with so many things to do. Dave, Shannon and their manager Nikki were beyond amazing. They made sure we had everything we needed and because of them our stay was even more memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

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

Blissful Bear

My family and I had a lovely stay at the Blissful Bear. The house has a lot of room for a lot of people and there are so many things to do. The community is lovely. The owner is very kind and responsible and was quick to respond to our questions. He also addressed things that needed fixing ASAP. A great place to get away from city life!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace W., San Diego

This house was amazing

We stayed for the weekend and it was fantastic. The layout of the house was great. This house is perfect for big groups of people. Living room and bedrooms upstairs with a great deck for overlooking the trees. Downstairs was the game room with just about anything you could think of. Plenty of games to play, a pool table, air hockey and foosball. The theater was incredible! It was huge! Outside was a ping-pong table on the downstairs patio with the spa looking out to the trees. The property is all enclosed which was perfect for our dog. Dave and Nikki both were incredibly helpful with everything and so so nice. We look forward to coming back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shigeo G.

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

Great stay, especially if you have kids/teens

Kids enjoyed the game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M.

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

Perfect family cabin

Dave was great to work with and very accommodating to our needs. The house was perfect for 4 families with lots of little kids. All the kids loved the play room and movie theater. Of course the adults loved it too, but this feature really kept toddlers busy. The rooms are a little small, but nothing that is unmanageable, as there is plenty of space throughout the house to spread out. I’d love to stay at this property again in the snow, as it has a perfect backyard for kids to sled on property. This is a great year round cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Karen P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Long needed family vacation June 2022

This cabin is a must for large groups. Our family of 16 including three small dogs, had plenty of room to spread out and do just about anything. The only time we was all gathered together was when we was eating ;) The owner, Dave, was great and was always available by text if we had a question. Thank You Dave
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Wonderful time

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you Dave and Shannon! Perfect for a family gathering with lots of activities to engage in and bond as a family. We enjoyed Karaoke, Pool table and games together along with lots of wonderful meals together at the large Blissfull Bear dining table. Such a wonderful time. We are looking forward to next year. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L., Compton,CA

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

We loved that they provide almost every thing you would need for your stay

Kitchen is fully stocked. Definitely no need to bring disposable plates or cups as there are plenty the even provide dishwasher pods so you dont have to worry about doing the dishes. I would bring an electric griddle if you have a big group and want to make pancakes. The movie room is awsome our kids didn't want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hal H.

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

Winter Trip

The house was very spacious with a lot of entertainment. Our family had a great time; definitely one of the better cabins we’ve stayed at in Big Bear. The host and property manager were very accommodating and ensured everything was to our liking. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marisol I.

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

Wonderful Host & Beautiful Home

We had an incredible stay and are so appreciative of the hospitality of our host. The home is wonderful and the kids had a great time! It was an incredible experience to bring our family and extended family together for the holidays.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Perfect place for us

This was the perfect place for our family. The game room was a favorite with our five kids and the kitchen was a big hit with my chef husband. A few minor issues but all in all we loved our trip and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelina A.

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

Amazing stay!!

Dave and his crew were wonderful! They were extremely responsive via text during our stay. The property is great (and clean), just like the photos. We enjoyed the vast array of activities and ample space for our group of 15 to have fun. The Eagle’s nest was great for my boyfriend and I because our two small dogs wake up earlier than most and we didn’t want to disturb the group. That privacy was a plus. We hope to stay here again soon! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Easy 5 Stars

The home is gorgeous with plenty of space and activities to spend your time. The game room is amazing! I’m sure everyone will find something they enjoy. I really liked how the upstairs bathroom was separated into shower room and a toilet room so large groups could use either without the worry of taking the other from another guest. The best part was the owner and property manager. The owner was quick to respond with my questions before my stay and provided a wealth of information on how to control the various media in the home. The property manager was the same during our stay. I had trouble with locking a door and she helped immediately. Finally, when I lost an item they searched the entire house and the street for it. They certainly didn’t have to, but that just shows how great a stay at the Blissful Bear is!! My whole family hopes to come again soon. They wanted more time there than just a weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

jennifer o.

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

Too short!!

My kids loved the game room and karaoke.

10/10 Excellent

Earl or Debbie S., Ontario, CA

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

This is a great place for family memories to be made. The house has plenty of room.

The location is ideal for a family get-to-gather. The main floor of the house is ideal to socialize while cooking and eating a great meal. The barbecue on the deck is located near the kitchen and dining room so it is easy to manage. The game room was a hit for the whole family with the theater room with 500 movies available was a windfall of joy. We plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Loretta L.

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

Returning to Big Bear

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with family members in this wonderful cabin. 50 years ago there were two. We moved to Louisiana and reared our family. We returned to Big Bear with seven family members and made wonderful memories here again. The game room and theater room was a hit. We had snow on the ground and two guys even braved the cold to go into the hot tub. The kitchen was well stocked and our stay was great. Thanks Nikki for meeting us and giving us the grand tour. Would definitely stay here again and recommend your cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Great place to stay

Loved the theatre and game room downstairs. Kids had a great time and was big enough to comfortably house 12 of us. We would love to go back again! Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

The perfect cabin!

After years of booking cabins in big bear, I finally found the perfect place for my family and friends! We booked this cabin to celebrate my 30th birthday. Plenty of space for 15 people to sleep very comfortably. This cabin has something for everyone. The movie room was amazing! My young cousins loved watching movies and karaoke. Tons of games and entertainment, we primarily came to town to ski, but after dealing with the crowds on the ski hill we opted to spend our second day enjoying the cabin. Very easy to contact our host, Dave. He contact me by text which I really appreciate and was easy to communicate with. Everything in this cabin was labeled and easy to use. HUGE bonus was that my furry friends were allowed to stay for a 50$ fee. I love my dog and leaving her behind wasn’t an option. We will be back! Thank you for everything Dave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Excellent property. Perfect for large families.

We had a great time again staying at the Blissful Bear. The house has a great game room and theater room that keeps the kids/teens busy when they are in the house. We always stay with a fairly large group of family and friends and we never feel cramped or tight on space. The kitchen is well stocked and we are able to cook for everyone easily. The owner Dave was very helpfull and very responsive to any questions I had about our stay. I appreciated his hospitality and thoughtfulness. We are already looking forward to our annual Big Bear weekend and staying at the Blissful Bear again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019