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Summer Fun in a Five Star Vacation Rental

Five Star Vacation Rentals has properties located in some of the most desirable destinations in the world. With summer vacations just around the corner, it’s a great time to look at the possibilities. This year you can plan a vacation that will be the one the entire family looks back on for years to come as their all-time favorite. Here is a quick recap of our top two destinations. Either of these will be a great option for your summer getaway:

Big Bear Vacation Rentals

Far and away, this is our most popular destination. We’ve worked hard over the years to assemble some the most luxurious cabins and estates available in Big Bear. Our cabins offer something for everyone. If you want seclusion and privacy, we’ve got you covered. Want to enjoy a great lake view with room for the extended family? No problem. Planning a family reunion with 20-30 family members? We have adjoining cabins available that will keep you all centrally located without the hassle and expense of renting a dozen hotel rooms.

Summer is an ideal time to visit Big Bear. The lake is stocked, and fishing is a great pastime. Boating on the lake is also popular with boat, sailboard, and jet ski rentals available. There are a number of great hiking trails that will immerse you in the beauty of Big Bear’s forest. Bring your bike with you or rent one when you arrive, and you’ll find another great opportunity to enjoy the pristine surroundings. View all of our Big Bear rentals at this link: www.FiveStarBigBear.com

Villa la Estancia Mexico Vacation Rentals

We were one of the early buyers at this resort outside Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, and we regularly return to enjoy the amazing sandy beaches. It’s everything you expect from a beachside resort. It has luxurious pools with sunken cabanas, so you can just swim up and get some refreshments. It has a 30,000 square foot world-class spa on site that will provide you with a decadent level of pampering. The restaurants located at the resort are world class, and offer an amazing combination of local seafood with the finest Kobe beef dishes as well. Ask us about our all-inclusive meal package to simplify your stay.

In addition to the great beach and resort benefits here, you’ll be located a short cab ride from Puerto Vallarta. This amazing historic city has a large community of artisans who sell their works on the streets and in small local shops. And the local cuisine is just amazing. Some of the best lobster we’ve ever had was in a little hole-in-the-wall cafe nearby. There are so many fun shops and arts available, you’ll find yourself returning over and over again. This is one of the reasons we always travel with an extra empty bag. It’s never empty by the time we return home!

There are direct flights to Puerto Vallarta out of LAX, and the resort is just a short cab ride from the airport. Check out all our available Villa la Estancia units at this link.

And if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere, follow these links to view our other properties in Park City, Southern California Beaches, and Mammoth Mountain, A well planned vacation in a Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate will recharge your batteries and equip the entire family for the challenges back at home. Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.

The Art of Getting Monday Off, or Great Weekend Getaways

Great weekend getaways don’t just happen by accident. It has never once happened that a family just woke up one morning and found themselves magically transported to a luxury cabin in the majestic Big Bear forest. It takes a bit of planning and often some ingenuity to make a great weekend getaway happen. We certainly strive to make the experience as simple as possible, but it does take a plan. And with this post, we’ll even help you create the perfect plan.

The biggest problem with any weekend getaway is that you must actually return home when the weekend is over. Part of being an adult is coping with the harsh realities that life deals us, and this is certainly one of the harshest. But we have a plan to soften the blow. With a little bit of planning, you can get Monday off, and this will change the entire feel of your weekend away. It begins to morph into a mini vacation with the addition of Monday. Here’s how it works:

Arranging Monday off will have a degree of difficulty that is entirely dependent upon your job. If you’re self-employed, the boss is a pushover and you have nothing to fear. If you work for a tyrant, it will take additional wrangling. You may have accumulated some personal days off, or you may be able to reason with your boss. Just explain the value of that day off in terms of how it will renew your energy and efficiency upon your return. Pull worn photos of your children out of your wallet and explain to your boss that studies show children who do not spend weekends away in Big Bear with their family are 72% more likely to enter a life of crime. Try begging and pleading too.

Once you’ve accomplished this, the rest is easy. You can book your stay directly online with most of our properties, and we’ll gladly help you book any of them with a quick phone call to us at 310-800-5454. Then the fun begins. Now you’ve arranged for a getaway that starts Friday afternoon and runs through the entire weekend. Come Monday morning when the rest of the world is heading back to work, you can enjoy one last dip in the spa or enjoy your morning coffee out on the deck as you breath in the crisp clean Big Bear air. You’ll be on the road at about the time everybody else is just taking their lunch break. Your batteries will be recharged, and you’ll have enjoyed a full weekend of relaxation and fun in your Five Star Vacation Rental.

Call us at 310-800-5454 and we’ll be glad to help you plan a great getaway for just a weekend or several weeks. Browse our properties in Big Bear, Mammoth, Park City , Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, or Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Whether you’re planning a weekend hiking getaway or a week-long summer vacation, we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect Big Bear cabin or estate.

Plan Big For Your Next Special Event

One of the best parts of our job is that we get to be involved with important moments in the lives of our guests. We’ve been part of anniversaries, family reunions, weddings, and honeymoons. Mother’s Day is a favorite of ours, as are the countless birthdays and dozens of romantic getaways planned for Valentine’s Day. It’s more fun than you can imagine to hear the excitement in the voices of our guests as they plan out the moments to be a very personal and memorable event for those they love.

Consider the possibilities: A while back we had guests at our Ocean View Laguna Beach Gem who were preparing for a wedding. They decided to have all the extended family arrive during the week before the wedding and stay at this amazing home. It ended up better than they had hoped. They wrote us later, “The house is absolutely amazing and worked as a great ‘home base’ for the whole family.” Instead of spinning family members out to various couches and motel rooms around town, a single luxury Five Star Vacation Rental proved to be a perfect compliment to the events. A new family was created while surrounded with their family. Instead of creating a logistical nightmare, it ended up being a great opportunity for the family to enjoy each others company even during the days leading up to the great event. It’s a great idea, and we’ll gladly help your family do likewise.

Family reunions are also a perfect fit for our vacation rentals. And we’re able to accommodate groups of several dozen with the right planning. In Big Bear we have a number of luxury rental cabins that are adjacent to each other. This means that you can gather more than 30 guests together among a few cabins. Usually you’d be stuck in a hotel with a group of this size, but we can help you create a getaway with space dedicated to just your family. It’s an entirely different experience than trying to get enough over priced rooms at a local hotel compared to relaxing in private cabins adjacent to one another.

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway for just the two of you or something that includes dozens of family members, we’ve got a perfect solution for you. Check out all of our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link. And if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere, follow these links to view our other properties in Park City, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. A well planned weekend away in a Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate will recharge your batteries and equip the entire family for the challenges back at home. Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan the vacation, anniversary, or reunion of a lifetime.

Life Has Too Many Regrets. Grab Your Skis and Avoid This One

We’re getting amazing snow in Big Bear right now. March is upon us, and the skiing is better than ever. But it can’t last forever; Spring is right around the corner. You don’t want to look back at this time once May rolls around realize you wasted one of your last chances to hit the slopes. The conditions right now are great. Don’t put this off any longer.

We imagine nobody will be surprised to learn that we’re in favor of the 4 day work week as long as you plan the other 3 days in one of our luxury Big Bear vacation rentals. We’re also in favor of using some of those accumulated vacation days you have in reserve. And we’re continually proposing that our guests just take a few days for relaxation in the mountains. Call it personal days, impersonal days, or an out of town excursion that involves absolutely no work whatsoever. This is a perfect time for some days on the slopes and some nights relaxing in a Five Star Vacation Rental in Big Bear. Order your lift tickets in advance and save some money with this link: http://www.bearmountain.com/snowboard/rates/lift-tickets/

Our weekday bookings are usually much lighter than the weekends, and the same applies to the slopes at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Get more time in on the slopes, and enjoy a wider choice of cabins for your time off the slopes. As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll find even the best restaurants in the Village will seat you immediately. It’s a great chance to unwind.

After a fun day on the slopes or in the Village, you can look forward to the evenings in your Five Star Vacation Rental. You’ll find each of our properties to be a luxurious delight. Cozy up in front of the fire and just relax with your family. Choose one of our properties with a hot tub, and that’s another great spot to end the day.

Check out all of our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link. And if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere, follow these links to view our other properties in Park City, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. A well planned weekend away in a Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate will recharge your batteries and equip the entire family for the challenges back at home. Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.

Our Prediction: The Snow Will Melt, and Spring Will Arrive

We’re usually hesitant to make predictions. We’re just not good at probabilities. The most profitable trip we ever took to Vegas involved missing our plane and skipping the trip entirely. We didn’t lose a thing. But we do have a couple of predictions, and we’re confident they don’t require any special skills to declare they’re true.

First, we know that the snow is going to melt. Snow conditions are still good right now at both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, so this is a great time to book a quick ski getaway. If you don’t have plans for Valentine’s Day yet, you could make a romantic weekend of it. Spend some time on the slopes and relax in front of a romantic crackling fire in the evening. Choose one of our luxury cabins with a spa, and add a relaxing time together with the soothing warm waters to help you wind down. It could be an amazing time both on and off the slopes.

Our next prediction has a near certain outcome as well. Spring will arrive. A quick review of history shows that spring has arrived almost every year for a very long time. Spring is of course a mixed blessing. It marks the end of winter and the ski season, but it also brings spring break. Most local schools are taking off the last week of March. It’s a great chance to plan a getaway for the family. Some of our cabins can accommodate large groups, so you can take all the neighborhood kids with you. It’s a great chance to keep the family together for a vacation in the amazing luxury of a Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate in Big Bear.

Call us at 310-800-5454 and we’ll be glad to help you with your last minute ski or Spring Break plans. Browse our properties in Big Bear, Mammoth, Park City , Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, or Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Whether you’re planning a weekend ski getaway or a week-long Spring vacation, we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect Big Bear cabin or estate.

Was One of Your New Year’s Resolutions To Stop Procrastinating?

Some of us are worse than others, but we all are prone to procrastination. It seems it’s just part of the human condition. Sometimes there’s really no good reason for it. Other times we have very important reasons like looking up the meaning of the word, “apanthropinization.” And still other times it’s just Saturday and we’re entitled to disengage from any meaningful interaction with the reality of our lives. Well, we’re here just like your old Aunt Valentina to encourage you to stop putting off your plans for some very important dates ahead. But unlike her, we’re willing to step up with some solutions beyond simply wagging our finger in your face.

To make things simpler for you, we’re giving you a heads up today about some important dates that offer great opportunities to end your procrastinating and plan a great getaway to Big Bear.

Have you checked the calendar? Valentine’s day is less than a month away. Please tell us that you’re not seriously still thinking that after years of the same old CCFDO (Candy, Card, Flowers, Dinner Out), she’s not entitled to something a bit better this year. And have either of you considered the possibility that a grander expression of your love and appreciation may well result in a grander expression of love and appreciation back your way? We can’t imagine any possible down side to that.

Another good reason to hop on this one is that we may well be sold out for Valentine’s Day. The date falls on a Saturday this year, so a weekend getaway will be even more popular than in previous years. Prove to your spouse that you can conquer procrastination and book your Valentine’s Day romantic getaway today! Once you’ve secured one of our luxury vacation rental cabins in Big Bear, you can begin to plan for that moment as you’re being smothered with grateful kisses. You can briefly break away from that affectionate embrace and with all modesty state, “You know, I’ve been planning this for weeks.” Mission accomplished.

Next on the agenda is Spring Break. We’ll have more on that in a later blog post, but it’s another busy time for us. You’re wise to plan ahead. Most schools will observe Spring Break starting the last week of March, so — don’t make us say it — don’t procrastinate! Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you find the ideal vacation rental for your getaway. Did you know that we have strategically acquired several luxury properties that sit side-by-side? This is perfect if you want to plan a big outing for multiple families or large groups. Call us and we’ll check to see what’s available for the dates you have in mind.

Call us at 310-800-5454 and we’ll be glad to help you with your Valentine’s Day or Spring Break plans. Browse our properties in Big Bear, Mammoth, Park City , Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, or Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Call us at 310-800-5454 to make your plans. We will help you conquer your procrastination and create a truly memorable getaway for you and your family.

What’s Your New Year’s Resolution? We’ve Got A Suggestion!

If your house is like ours, we’re still finding bits of wrapping paper and ribbons scattered around after our Christmas morning clean up. The kids are dividing their time equally between playing with their new toys and playing with the boxes they came in.

We had the most amazing Christmas dinner. Grandma volunteered to cook a turkey with her patented dressing, so it was like Thanksgiving 2.0. Shortly after the last bite of pumpkin pie was consumed, the dads in attendance dutifully fell straight into a winter’s nap on the sofa and recliner. We still think this is just a ploy to get out of helping with cleanup, but the moms were especially charitable and no complaints were heard.

As soon as the cleanup began, our thoughts turned to the week ahead and celebrating the new year with our resolutions. We all agreed that we need to exercise more, manage our money better, and spend more time with family. Each of these is admirable, but seem to repeat each and every year. So this year, we want to share with you a truly great idea that may well take care of all three of these resolutions: Get away to Big Bear in Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate.

Yes, we’re likely a wee bit biased on this, but it’s still a worthy idea. Big Bear is simply breathtaking this time of year, and the recent storms have blanketed the mountain with a good supply of snow. This means all the snow features are open, and you’ll have more snow activities available to keep you active. At the bottom of the ski run you’ll be breathless both from the thrill of the run, and the exercise involved. You can check that one off your list.

Next, we agree that wise money management is essential. Most families are feeling some of the squeeze from today’s economy. Thankfully, that squeeze doesn’t need to impact your plans. A Five Star Vacation Rental cabin in Big Bear is an amazing value. For about the cost of an average upscale hotel, you can enjoy far more with luxury, privacy, and room to breathe in a Five Star Vacation Rental. Many of our cabins have hot tubs and lake or forest views. Couple this with the fully equipped kitchens in our cabins, and you’ll start to see the amazing difference in value you get with Five Star. And unlike piling the entire family into a single hotel room, your Five Star Vacation Rental has enough bedrooms to allow dad to snore blissfully loud without ever disturbing the rest of the family. That alone is worth the price of admission.

But the most important resolution is spending more time with your family. A Five Star Vacation Rental is perfect for this. Unlike a hotel room, with Five Star Big Bear cabins, you can cook your own meals and eat together in your dining room. Instead of packing up the entire family, piling into the car, and then waiting to get seated in a pricey restaurant, you can just relax and enjoy a meal together in your luxury cabin. Don’t feel like cooking? Order take out and relax by the fire as you enjoy each other. Another resolution accomplished.

Check out all of our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link. And if you’re in the mood for a getaway in one of our other ski destinations, follow these links to view our other properties in Park City, and Mammoth Mountain. Want to head to warmer climes for your getaway, check out our vacation rentals in Southern California Beaches and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Your family could use some time away to relax and enjoy some time together, couldn’t they? Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan a great vacation or weekend trip.

Time To Plan Your Ski Getaway

The recent storms blanketing Southern California have inflicted pain on our driving, but bring paradise to the ski slopes. The weather reports say the drought is not over, but there’s plenty of great base now. And fresh powder is falling regularly. You need to stop procrastinating, grab your skis and call us.

Our most popular ski destination is Big Bear, and it’s easy to see why. Big Bear has two of Southern California’s most popular ski resorts. Bear Mountain and Snow Summit both offer great slopes and cater to skiers of all ages and skill levels. Lift tickets give you access to both slopes, and they offer a free shuttle between them. On some days, you can ski virtually all day along on two different mountains without repeating the same run. Save some time by purchasing your tickets in advance online. Here’s the link: http://www.bearmountain.com/snowboard/rates/season-passes/ Reserve your luxury Five Star Vacation Rental at this link: http://fivestarvacationrental.com/area_BigBear.php . There’s nothing like spending a day on the slopes and then returning to the amazing luxury of your Five Star Vacation Rental cabin.

In the mood for a run down the slopes at Mammoth? We can help you there too. We have two great condos in the Juniper Springs Lodge. We love this destination because it’s a true ski in-ski out location. For the serious skier, you have no travel time at all. You’re right on the slopes, and can just about roll out of bed directly onto the first ski run of the day within minutes. Take a look at our Mammoth units at this link: http://fivestarvacationrental.com/area_MammothMountain.php .

We’re also pleased to offer a beautiful condo at the base of Park City Mountain in Park City. Located just moments from to the Three Kings, First Time, and Eagle chairlifts, this is a great destination for up to 4 guests. It’s also centrally located for the great nightlife offered in Park City, so you can ski all day and enjoy the nightlife until exhaustion brings you back to your luxury Five Star Vacation Rental. It will be a great feeling, though. Take a closer look at this property at this link: http://fivestarvacationrental.com/propertyPage.php?prop=snowFlower

With all these great reasons to hit the slopes, the only thing remaining is to call us or book your getaway online. Or give us a call, and we’ll be glad to book your getaway for you. Looking for a vacation somewhere else? Check out our luxury vacation rentals in Park City, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, 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 you and your family. Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.

Plan Your Winter Getaway!

The long summer and fall have come to an end, and it’s time to start preparing for your annual pilgrimage to the snow in Big Bear. For some of us it’s far more frequent than just annually, but whatever may be your schedule, now is the time to book your getaway.

We’re already starting to see some promising snow reports, and there’s no real reason to delay your plan. Here are a few tips to help make your getaway more enjoyable.

Buy your lift tickets in advance. Snow Summit and Bear Mountain share lift tickets and offer a free shuttle between the slopes. It’s easy to fill your day with one great run after another. Here’s the link to buy tickets online: http://www.snowsummit.com/ski/rates/lift-tickets

Plan a weekday getaway. As the ski season gets into full swing, weekends will be get busier. Both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are well equipped for big crowds, but many of us prefer ski on lighter days. Whichever is your preference, be sure to plan ahead.

Book a Five Star Vacation Rental luxury vacation rental cabin. Those first few days back on the slopes may well result in a few sore muscles. But we’ve got the perfect solution for that. Most of our Big Bear luxury rentals have hot tubs. We’ll be happy to help you find the best vacation rental for your getaway.

Fall — In Love — In Big Bear

We can’t believe that summer is officially ending and the first day of fall is just a few days away. Halloween candy is already popping up on the store aisles, and we’ve already had a couple of chilly mornings. Time marches on, and waits for no man, and . . . lots of other cliches. But have you allowed time to trample on your plans for a romantic getaway? Well, we just double checked, and the clock is still ticking. The longer you delay, the longer you’ll be delayed. You may quote us on that. You should really stop procrastinating, and give us a call. We have more getaway specialists on hand than a convention of bank robbers. And our getaway specialists will help you plan a romantic time away with virtually no worry about any jail time as a result. They’re really that good.

Big Bear is an ideal destination for your getaway anytime of year. It’s one of the few places in Southern California that you can actually see fall colors in abundance. The colors usually arrive some time in October, and they’re really spectacular. The brilliant oranges and reds are breathtaking and make for a really romantic time. We highly recommend that you make some time with you sweetheart to have romantic getaway in the fall. There’s really no better time to propose, celebrate your anniversary, or just reaffirm your commitment. We can’t imagine a more romantic moment than walking hand-in-hand down a colorful path, and pausing to propose, offer a surprise gift, or just look deeply in your mate’s eyes and say, “This is a beautiful place, but it pales in comparison with your beauty, and the joy you’ve brought into my life.” Hand us a tissue, we’re getting misty-eyed. So will you.

The romance of your special time in Big Bear will be greatly enhanced by the luxurious pampering you’ll experience in our Five Star Vacation Rental Big Bear cabins and estates. Of course, true romance is unbounded by any geographic limits. So feel free to take your romantic plans to any of our destinations. Check out all of our Big Bear vacation rentals at this link. And if you’re in the mood for a getaway elsewhere, follow these links to view our other properties in Park City, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. A well planned weekend away in a Five Star Vacation Rental cabin or estate will recharge your batteries and equip the entire family for the challenges back at home. Call us today at 310-800-5454, and we’ll help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.