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Planning a Nuevo Vallarta Beach Vacation

Where do you go when you want an exotic beach getaway that’s close to home…but not too close? It isn’t a trick question, and yes, such a place exists. The cool sandy beaches of Mexico’s Nuevo Vallarta may be exactly what you’re looking for. With flight times out of LAX averaging three hours, it’s clear why this locale is such a popular pick for luxurious yet accessible vacations. The beach boasts warm, white sand contrasted by clear blue water and the lush greenery that covers the ground.

And as if the beach wasn’t enough to get you packing, the area’s other amenities certainly will. There are several luxury shopping malls that offer the finest in retail, and most of the stores accept American dollars. The dining scene, too, is unparalleled. Exotic gourmet cuisine is the norm in Nuevo Vallarta, so much so that some people have been known to visit just for the food. Few other locales can rival the quality of food, dining, and entertainment found here…and don’t forget the beach!

Once you’ve taken in all of these offerings, you can visit the many luxury condominiums, pools, spas, and golf courses that are nearby, too. At every turn, Nuevo Vallarta offers the finest entertainment to visitors. Perhaps the most luxurious of all its features, however, is the Villa la Estancia property. This development, in the most exclusive area of Nuevo Vallarta, houses luxury housing, penthouses, and vacation rentals. The stunning views and picturesque exterior make this the most coveted accommodation in the city, and Five Star Vacation Rental offers select rentals in the complex.

Whether you need a quick getaway or a major vacation, Nuevo Vallarta is a wonderful place to land. Its proximity to Los Angeles paired with its level of luxury make it an unbeatable choice for visitors. Investing in a vacation rental during your stay can make your experience even better, and Five Star Vacation Rental is proud to offer the most exquisite rentals in the area. If you are ready for a fabulous Mexican adventure, do it in style, and book one of our Villa la Estancia offerings.

Villa la Estancia is the standard for luxury in Nuevo Vallarta, and Five Star Vacation Rental offers only the top quality accommodations. is our top Spring Break destination, but if you’re looking for a more exotic vacation, we also maintain rentals 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 vacation to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.

The Joys of Spring Break in Big Bear

Nothing inspires enthusiasm in a kid’s heart quite like the promise of a break from school. Spring break is second only to summer in its ability to give a student the courage and perseverance needed to carry through weeks and weeks of school work. Spring break is coming up, in fact, and you’ve likely been fielding questions from kids about what activities are planned. Your kids don’t have to be the only ones getting a break, though. You can plan a getaway for the entire family that will refresh, rejuvenate, and reunite you all. A luxury cabin in Big Bear is the destination for all the Spring Break fun a family can handle.

As we’ve mentioned, March is a perfect time of year to visit Big Bear for many reasons. Though the landscapes in the town are always beautiful, there’s an ethereal charm that comes as seasons transition, and it’s an optimal time to embark on activities like a nature walk. You can wander through the mountainous forests to watch birds and squirrels. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of some larger wildlife, or spy on the deer that often frolic among the trees. Sights like this are a welcome break from the monotony of school, but they can still provide valuable learning opportunities.

If kids want to get even more up-close-and-personal with animals, horseback riding in Big Bear is the perfect chance to do so. Baldwin Lake Stables is just one provider that offers pony rides, horseback riding in nature, and a small petting zoo. Nothing beats spending Spring Break riding horses and relaxing in the comfort of a luxurious cabin in Big Bear.

Five Star Vacation Rental offers cabins with stunning views, gourmet kitchens, and unparalleled luxury. Spring Break only comes once a year, and when it does, you should make the most of the chance to plan a getaway. Our rentals truly make the difference between a good vacation and a great one. If you’re ready to have the Big Bear adventure of a lifetime, spend it in the comfort of a premium vacation rental.

Big Bear is our top Spring Break destination, but if you’re looking for a more exotic vacation, we also maintain 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 will ensure that you experience the absolute best in luxury accommodations. We would be glad to help you plan your vacation to Big Bear or elsewhere, so if you would like more information, you can reach out to us by calling 310-780-3411.

Spending St. Patty’s in Big Bear

St. Patrick’s Day means something a little bit different to everybody. For kids, it’s a warning to wear green or be pinched, and for adults, it might be the rare opportunity to drink green beer. Its origins have seemingly gotten lost in translation, but you’re bound to have fun on a holiday devoted to lucky clovers, pots of gold, and leprechauns. A day this silly deserves to be celebrated unabashedly, and there’s no better place to do that than in Big Bear while luxuriating in one of the finest vacation rentals available. Renting a cabin in Big Bear might mean it’s your friends who spend St. Patrick’s Day green with envy!

If you’re planning to chase rainbows on a hunt for pots of gold, the weekend of March 17th might be the time to do it. If you had other activities in mind, though, Big Bear has lots to offer. March is a particularly beautiful time to visit. Snow starts to melt off, amusement abounds, and outdoor activities, as always, provide more than enough entertainment. You can spend the day exploring one of Big Bear’s many lush forest areas, and though you likely won’t find gold, you may find some four-leafed clovers. Nothing is quite as lucky as getting to relax in a premium Big Bear cabin, though.

If you’d rather spend the day celebrating in a more traditional manner, adults can enjoy the festivities that will be hosted at many local bars and taverns. Nottinghams Tavern is just one destination you can stop by for food, drinks and a great social scene. St. Patrick’s Day is sure to provide a lively party scene, but whether or not green beer will on the menu, we’re not sure.

Big Bear is known for its beautifully green landscapes, so what better place could there be to spend St. Patrick’s Day? And your trip won’t be complete without booking a luxury vacation rental from Five Star Vacation Rentals. Other rentals don’t compare to the designer features, stunning layouts, and immaculate beauty of our cabins. Don’t be surprised if you visit Big Bear and find that you’d prefer to stay inside all day!

Big Bear is our most popular locale, but we offer incredible rentals for a variety of other destinations, too. So if St. Patty’s in Big Bear is not your cup of tea, you can book Five Star Vacation rentals in Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. Most people don’t get to vacation often, so we go above and beyond to ensure that when you’re staying in one of our rentals, you are enjoying the finest luxury and relaxation. If you’d like more information, you can reach out to our friendly staff by calling 310-780-3411.

Why Not ‘Spring Forward’ Into a Big Bear Vacation Rental?

There’s nothing quite like being robbed of an hour of sleep. Alas, Father Time isn’t always on our side, and so we begin the springtime season with Daylight Savings. If you’re like most people, the adjustment will be a little difficult, but waking up in a luxury cabin can help soften the blow. Losing an hour of sleep isn’t so bad, after all, if the rest of the night is spent in the comfort of a vacation rental’s warm, cozy bed. Daylight Savings isn’t just a great excuse to rent a cabin, though, it’s also one of the most beautiful times of year that you can plan a visit to Big Bear.

As the clocks spring forward, winter gives way to the welcoming brightness of spring. This is a fantastic time to come visit, since most of the snow has started to melt off, and activities during this season often take place around the lake. Fish species such trout and bass populate the water and make for ideal fishing conditions. Amateur fishers and seasoned pros alike are welcome to bring their bait and catch some of the lake’s plentiful fish population.

Childhood Other activities include biking along one of many mountain trails nestled in nature as spring blooms. The snow that covers many of the paths in winter will melt off and open up opportunities for anybody who’d prefer a bike experience with a little more traction than snow provides. There are vendors nearby who supply bike rentals, and you can also book a spot on a guided tour if you’d like to bike along in a group. Biking in the beautiful landscape that spring reveals is a wonderful adventure.

The only thing that might rival the fun and activities of Big Bear itself is the luxury and relaxation you’ll find in a Five Star Vacation Rental. Our properties combine the absolute best of comfort and high-end accommodations, with gourmet kitchens, designer features, and gorgeous fireplaces throughout many of our rentals. You’ll find that the excitement of a day in the town may be matched by the excitement of settling in and relaxing in the comfort of your vacation rental.

While Big Bear is our most popular destination, you can also enjoy some quality time in our other great luxury vacation rentals: Nuevo Vallarta, Mammoth Mountain, Park City, Southern California Beaches, and La Quinta. With Five Star Vacation Rentals, you can be assured that your vacation time will be a time of true relaxation and enjoyment for your family. We recognize that most families today get precious little vacation time, and we work hard to help make sure your time away will be memorable and meaningful. Our staff is ready to answer your questions and help you put together a great vacation. Give us a call 310-780-3411.

Live a Life With No Regrets. Book a Vacation Rental In Big Bear

As adults we’re forced to feed and clothe both ourselves and our children. We have bills to pay, and we face the heartbreak of staining our favorite shirt or brushing against wet paint in our lucky jeans. Life is not fair.

While Five Star Vacation Rentals cannot resolve the cosmic truth of unfairness, we can help you break your personal cycle of bad choices. Does this describe you? The weekend arrives, and you’re just hanging out. You wander out to the garage, and see your skis over in a dark corner gathering dust. Then you remember that Big Bear has a huge snowpack with machine groomed powder. You vow that next weekend will be different. You vow that you will never suffer the regret of another wasted weekend.

We’re here to help you resolve your regret and live life to the fullest. We have collected the finest luxury cabins and estates on this or any other planet. We have convenient booking on our website, and a helpful staff available to answer any questions or help you choose among our many great properties. We have a great selection of Big Bear vacation rentals, and we’re happy to help you choose the best one for your getaway.

Visiting Big Bear this time of year is sure to be a hit with the entire family. The slopes are great and there are plenty of local activities for you to enjoy both on and off the slopes. And if you’re not going for the skiing, our luxury cabins and estates are great for just relaxing and recharging your batteries. Stay up late relaxing in front of the fireplace, and sleep as late as you want in the morning without setting an alarm. Each of our cabins has a fully equipped kitchen, so you can cook up a great breakfast and greet the day with a steaming cup of hot coffee made exactly the way you want it. And no need to wait for a booth or tip the server.

How About a Big Bear Vacation Rental For Thanksgiving?

thansgivingDinner It’s just about that time again. We’re filling our cupboards with candy, and it will soon be replaced with Thanksgiving fixins. It’s always busier, but it’s a fun kind of busy. We get to spend time planning to see those we love, and enjoy relaxing around good food while we marvel how all our kids seem so much bigger than we remember.

At Five Star Vacation Rentals, it’s also a very busy time of year, but we may well enjoy it more than most. In addition to planning get togethers for our own families, we get to help our guests make their preparations as well. The holidays offer a great opportunity to gather up family from all across the fruited plain, so you can create a truly special time. This is one of the great advantages of planning your holiday with a Big Bear vacation rental from Five Star Vacation Rentals. Instead of fighting with the headache of foldaway beds strewn around living room floors and renting rooms at various motels both near and far, you can reserve one of our luxurious Big Bear cabins or estates to house them all.

Portrait of a family saying grace before eating dinner If you’ve never actually done this, it’s an experience you’ll find easy to enjoy. All our cabins come fully equipped with the cookware and linens you’ll need, so mom avoids those midnight sessions in the laundry room prepping for the influx of relatives. And since you’re all staying in a luxury cabin, there’s no worry about the kids bumping into strangers in the hall. The only people down the hall during this holiday will be the ones you brought with you. It also makes for a great morning together. Instead of marshalling the troops to find a restaurant with questionable food and unquestionable wait times, you can all just filter into the kitchen of your vacation rental. Many of our properties have dining space for a dozen or more, and we also have a number of adjacent properties. With a little planning, you can assemble a getaway for 20 or more.

The holidays fill up quickly, so be sure to book your getaway early. You can search for our available properties at this link: http://www.fivestarvacationrental.com/big-bear-rentals

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 holiday 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.

Big Bear Vacation Rental: Slope Side at Bear Mountain

When your family decides to plan a vacation getaway, what are the most important elements? It varies a bit from family to family, but there are some common features that pretty much every family wants. In this week’s blog, we’re featuring our Big Bear vacation rental, “Slope Side at Bear Mountain,” and we’re sure it’ll hit the mark for even the most demanding members of your family.

For starters, it’s located in Big Bear — our number one vacation destination. Big Bear has more to offer for a vacation rental than you can possibly experience in a single weekend or even a full week’s vacation. As the winter approaches, winter sports start taking center stage, and our Cabin #1 is ideally situated to take full advantage of the snow activities. It’s just a 2 minute walk to the slopes at Bear Mountain. Can you imagine rolling out of bed, enjoying a nice breakfast with your family, and then walking a couple minutes to a great day skiing? For many of our guests, it’s a dream come true. And this cabin is ideal for extended family and friends. It has room for up to 13 guests, and a big 7 person spa to relax after your day on the slopes. It has 4 bedrooms and three baths with a set of bunk beds the kids will enjoy. It’s also a short drive into The Village, so you can spend some of your downtime shopping and enjoying the local cuisine. But we think you’ll have the best time just relaxing in this Big Bear Vacation Rental.

But you may choose to take all your meals in once you get a look at the fully-equipped kitchen. You’ll find everything you need to create wonderful meals. And since you run the kitchen, you get to choose your favorite foods cooked exactly the way you want. Best of all, there’s no waiting for a free table in a loud restaurant, and there’s no need to tip the staff (unless the kids help out, and you want to reward them!). It’s a wonderful family time in a beautiful home nestled amid the trees adjacent to the slopes.

View more photos and details at this link. You can book online, or give us a call at 310-780-3411 for more details on this or any of our other Big Bear vacation rentals. At Five Star Vacation Rentals, we’re dedicated to offering the best quality cabins and estates, so you can just relax and feel pampered during your stay with us. We strive to make sure the hardest part of your visit will be when you have to pack up and go back home.

Plan Ahead For the Holidays

We know it’s a bit early, but the holidays are just around the corner. This is a perfect time to start planning a getaway that will be one the family memory book. And since we typically get much busier as the holidays approach, now is a great time to pick a date, pick a destination, and begins making some plans for fun.

If your Christmas is like ours, it’s always busier than we would like and we never get to spend quite as much time as we’d hope for with family and friends. Why not make this year different? A holiday away in Big Bear can be an amazing event. One of the great things about planning your vacation rental with Five Star is we have some wonderful estates available. These properties have more than enough room for multiple families to share. Think of the possibilities: You can plan for a wonderful family reunion or get together a bunch of friends from the neighborhood or school. However you choose to fill your Five Star Big Bear vacation rental, you’ll be assured you’re getting a high quality luxurious getaway.

We’re already about half booked up for Thanksgiving and Christmas. New Year’s Eve is going fast as well. This is an opportunity for you to create a wonderful time for your extended family as well. The Big Bear ski season is usually in full swing by Christmas, and sometimes even by Thanksgiving. And if you’re already making travel plans for the holidays, the time spent in a Five Star Vacation Rental is vastly superior to anything you’ll encounter at even the finest hotel. Instead of being scattered across several rooms with strangers around every corner, you can enjoy an entire luxury cabin or estate. The kids get their own rooms, and so do the parents. If Uncle Harry snores can have his own room at the end of the hall; nobody needs to lay awake in misery. It’s a perfect solution, and you’ll all awake refreshed ready to share breakfast in your own kitchen surrounded only by the people you invited.

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.

Ready For an Escape Yet?

School’s been back in for a few weeks. How’s that going? Are you adjusting to the new schedule? We mentioned this a couple weeks ago, and we’ve already begun to see a steady stream of guests who are fighting to keep up with the pressures of simultaneously helping with homework, getting to dance and piano lessons, and arriving at soccer practice on time. And don’t forget to squeeze in a meal that was not purchased from the driver’s seat of your car, and is a bit more complicated than the brief hop from the freezer to the microwave to the hungry children. It’s a feat almost worthy of a booth at Comic-Con.

It’s important as these pressures close in that you find time to relax and recharge your batteries. We can think of no better way to do this that a quick weekend getaway in a Five Star Vacation Rental in Big Bear. There’s really something about the crisp mountain air that revitalizes both the body and the soul. Couple this with the luxury of your vacation rental, and it’s a remedy for just about any of the pressures you’re facing.

Oktoberfest is under way, and it’s a great activity for the entire family. Mom and dad can sample some truly amazing beers from around the world while you all can enjoy the music, great food, dancing and booths. Buy one of those beer steins that’s bigger than your head as a souvenir, and you’ll smile every time you pull it out back home. Oktoberfest runs weekends through October.

October has a full slate of other fun activities as well. On Friday and Saturday nights we recommend you take in the Flashlight Safari at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo. This is a unique opportunity to observe the animals after dark. The zoo is an entirely different place once the sun goes down, and many animals are far more active. On many nights you’ll hear the wolves howling, the owls hooting, and your kids squealing with delight. It’s a great time. Visit the zoo’s website for more info: www.bigbearzoo.org

On Saturday, October 17, Big Bear will enjoy a rare treat. TV star Kiefer Sutherland brings his band to town for a performance at The Cave. Sutherland has been performing in clubs around the country for years, and this is a great opportunity to hear some great music while spending an evening with one of your favorite TV stars. You can get more information online at www.thecavebigbear.com

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.

Oktoberfest Is Here!

Oktoberfest is one of the most anticipated events of the year in Big Bear. Festivities will kick off this weekend, and visitors will flood in to enjoy all of the beer, food, and fun that Oktoberfest has to offer. The activities span eight weekends and are a great reason to get away with the family for a memorable vacation, but if you don’t plan soon, you may lose your chance! Vacation rentals often get booked up during the festival, so if you want to experience Oktoberfest, you had better book your rental soon!

At Oktoberfest, you will find a huge celebration of the best frivolities German culture has to offer. While its original purpose was the exhibition of German beers, it has expanded to encompass all of the elements of a festival, including food, dancing, and competitions. These festivities have become a huge draw for families and tourists, and of course, you will still have the opportunity to sample an array of delightful German drinks. The events of the festival focus on celebrating life, creating memories, and learning about other cultures.

Kids in Bavarian costumes in wheat field You don’t have to worry about keeping the kids entertained when Oktoberfest is in town. Big Bear is always a great place for families to vacation, but when the festivities of Oktoberfest fill the town, everybody gears up to create a magical experience for visitors. In addition to the events of the festival, there are always opportunities for kids to learn at places like the Discovery Center or take in the gorgeous wildlife through a nature walk. You will get a memorable vacation no matter when you choose to visit, but Oktoberfest is not to be missed!

Big Bear is home to some of the most beautiful nature in Southern California, and it is the perfect destination for a luxurious vacation. Visiting with the family during Oktoberfest gives you the opportunity to enjoy family-oriented games and activities or sneak out and make it a date night filled with music, gourmet food, and international beer tastings. At the end of a day filled with fun, nothing is more relaxing than settling into your gorgeous vacation rental and looking forward to another day of Big Bear excitement!

Five Star Vacation Rentals specializes in creating luxurious vacations in the most beautiful destinations. You can browse our properties and book online, or let one of our specialists help you find the perfect getaway destination for your family. We have great vacation rentals available in Big Bear, Mammoth, Park City , Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Whether you’re planning a weekend hiking getaway or a week-long family vacation, we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect location. Just give us a call at 310-780-3411, and our vacation specialists will help you create an experience that your family will always cherish.