Five Star Vacation Rental

Studies Show You Should Stay in a Five Star Vacation Rental Instead of a Hotel

Well, that may not be exactly what the studies said, but hear us out on this.

We’ve been doing some reading on why people take vacations and the benefits of a good vacation. There is a surprising amount of agreement among many experts that (we feel) shows why you should choose Five Star Vacation Rentals for your next family getaway.

Surveys show that the number one reason for going on vacation is to relax together as a family. At Five Star Vacation Rentals, we offer a unique opportunity to make your precious vacation time more enjoyable and more relaxing for your entire family.

Here’s just one example. Let’s imagine that you plan a family vacation and make reservations at a nice hotel in Big Bear or near the ocean in Southern California. This is the way most people plan their vacations, so what could be wrong with that? Well, let’s take a closer look.

LongWaitRestaurant — Please be patient while we prepare your table

You travel most of the day and arrive at the hotel in the early evening. The first thing most families do after checking into their room is to get something to eat. Unlike a Five Star Vacation Rental, your hotel room does not have a full kitchen with a stove and refrigerator, so you head out to the nearby restaurant. This is where the trouble begins.

You have to wait over an hour for a table because the place is packed with other families who checked into their rooms just a few minutes earlier than you did. When you finally get a table, it’s right next to the kitchen, and the guy in the booth next to you is a long-haul trucker taking a load of live skunks to a nearby nature preserve. With the kitchen noise on one side and the aroma on the other, you all decide to cut your losses and just order whole wheat toast with grape jelly. To go.

Once back at your room, you eat your cold toast and start channel surfing as the kids bounce up and down on the beds. There’s not much on TV, so you’re thankful the beds have plenty of bounce to them. The pool is closed for repairs, but the kids soon discover the fun of playing with the ice machine down the hall. Your youngest daughter returns to the room and tells you she overheard a conversation between two guests walking down the hallway. “Daddy,” she asks you, “what’s a ‘Probation Officer,’ and why would somebody try to hide from one?” At a Five Star Vacation Rental the only guests down the hall are the ones you brought with you. Big difference.

Before you know it everybody starts yawning, and its time to call it a night. It’s been a very long day. Unlike a Five Star Vacation Rental which would have three or more full bedrooms, there are only two beds in your hotel room. You get the kids tucked into one bed where they commence squirming and fighting over the blankets. They quiet down after just a few short hours, and everybody starts falling asleep. With any of our vacation rental cabins you could each have your own bedroom. Another big advantage in our favor.

A few moments after you start to drift off to the wondrous land of vacation dreams, you learn that the Ukrainian hockey team in the room above you has just arrived home for the night and needs to get in just a bit more practice for tomorrow’s match. While you’d really rather be sleeping, the entire family marvels that there is a distinct difference between the sound made by a body check and that of a body slam when heard in your room below. Your oldest son tries to recreate the sound with his little sister, but he quickly learns she just doesn’t sound the same when slammed to the floor. Fortunately, the doctor at the Emergency Room assures you that your daughter’s arm will be perfectly fine after the cast comes off in about 8 weeks. Once you all return to the room, you find the hockey team upstairs has finally gone to bed, and so do all of you. It’s been a very long day.

But wait, there’s more . . . in our next installment. Be sure to watch our blog for more on this sad tale about the utter despair suffered by most people who choose to stay anywhere other than with us at Five Star Vacation Rentals.

In the meantime, don’t leave the quality of your next vacation to chance. Call us at 310-780-3411 to book your next holiday with confidence. We guarantee your stay with us will be free of any interruptions from a Ukrainian hockey team, or we’ll give you your money back. No other company in the entire vacation rental industry offers this guarantee.

Browse all of our Big Bear vacation rental cabins on this page. If you’re planning a vacation somewhere other than Big Bear, be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Park City,Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Regardless of where you may go, you’ll have the confidence of knowing that Five Star Vacation Rentals is working to make your vacation relaxing and memorable.

Our Newest Big Bear Luxury Cabin Rental Is Just Steps Away From Bear Mountain Skiing

We just posted Lassen’s Lodge, our newest Big Bear luxury cabin, and wanted our faithful blog followers to get all the details. This one is so new we haven’t had time to get the professional photography done yet. But you don’t need Ansel Adams to understand why we’re so excited about the newest member of our Five Star Vacation Rentals family. Take a look at the best part of this beauty:

LassensLodge_5 — That's Bear Mountain in the front yard

This is a view looking out from the front of the house. As you can see, the road is the only thing that stands between you and the Bear Mountain slopes. If you got any closer, you’d have to build an igloo. With this amazing cabin you can literally roll out of bed, strap on your skis, and hit the slopes. Well, maybe you should get dressed and eat breakfast first, but you get the idea. We’re anticipating that this one will be booked solid for the entire ski season, so we’re encouraging all our die-hard skiers to grab open slots while they’re available. We’re prepared to secure your ski vacation for anytime through next spring, so be sure to work out your plans and call us right away.

In addition to the great location, we’ve made sure the cabin will meet the level of comfort and luxury you expect from a Five Star Vacation Rental in Big Bear. The cabin has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and enough beds to sleep 12 with a maximum occupancy of 14. The living room has custom furniture with a rock carved fireplace. You may end up fighting over who gets to prepare dinner with the fully equipped kitchen that features beautiful granite countertops. And don’t worry about the kids. You can be sure they’ll be kept plenty busy with all the games we’ve packed in. It’s an impressive list: We have a Foosball table, a pinball machine, chess table, and plenty of other board games.

This Big Bear vacation rental is a perfect destination for all our sports fans too. You’ll surely want to take a break from the slopes to watch the game on the huge 60 inch plasma TV with its surround sound system. You’ll love the large dining room table for setting up snacks and pizza boxes to fuel your enjoyment of the game.

There’s also a gas barbecue on the deck and a hot tub with room for 6. Just imagine that amazing moment when you’re up to your neck in the warm water of the hot tub, and the air is filled with the sweet aroma of the steaks on the barbecue. It’s making our mouths water just thinking about it. After the first day, it will seem like it’s been months since you were in the city rushing off to work or spending all day on your cell phone.

And once the quiet of the evening comes and the kids are finally drifting off to sleep, you can retire to the wonderful master suite. It has a king size bed and is a great retreat for mom and dad. It has a fireplace and a plasma TV, so you can enjoy some time alone. We’re certain that the only regret you’ll have about your stay at Lassen’s Lodge is that you didn’t stay longer.

We’re accepting reservations immediately, so give us a call at 310-780-3411. You can view more photos and pricing on this page. We also have Five Star Vacation Rentals available in Park City,Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Each of our destinations offers a wealth of activities for your entire family.

The Virtues of Staycationing, Nearcationing, or Just Enjoying Southern California

It seems that in the life of every Southern Californian there comes a time when you look at your spouse and say, “You know, I just realized we haven’t been to Disneyland since your Uncle Harold visited us back in 2007. I think they’ve got a couple of new attractions.”

Well, actually, they do! And so for this week’s blog, we’re going to encourage all our Southern California friends to dive in and participate in the recently-coined activities of a “staycation” or “nearcation.” As the names imply, some folks are electing to stay closer to home for upcoming vacations, and we’re here to encourage that. We’ve got some of the most luxurious accommodations available near Southern California beaches, so you can plan out an amazing vacation very near home.

Staycations are a great new trend, and with a Five Star Vacation Rental, you can maximize both the fun and value of staying near home for your upcoming getaway. Here are just a few of the advantages:

MickeyDisneyland — Resistance is futile. Go see the mouse.

Plan a vacation with your kids and their friends. Many of our kids have friends they will miss over the summer, and would love to have them along on a vacation. Since most of our Southern California beach properties have large sleeping capacities, it can be a great getaway with room for all your kids’ friends in tow. It’ll be a delight to listen to them laughing and giggling late into the night in the luxury of one of our vacation rentals. Get them all out of bed the following morning for a quick drive to Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, or just a short walk to the beach. No plane tickets, no airports, no rental cars – just great fun in a luxury vacation rental near the beach.

Click Here to View This Property — Feel the Ocean Breeze

You can finally get caught up with friends and relatives. Count up the number of times you’ve told some family member or friend, “Let’s make some time to get together.” Most of us can sadly count up quite a few of those. Well, renting one of our big luxury homes nearby is a great way to make that happen.

Call each of those friends and relatives and tell them to set aside that special night when you’re going to have them over for a barbecue at your vacation rental beach home. Imagine how much more special that night will be as you all enjoy the cool evening breeze and watch the sun set on the ocean from the deck of your Five Star Vacation Rental. It’ll make the time all that more special to have them spend the night in one of the guest suites and just pick up in the morning where you left off the night before. Or have everybody meet at Disneyland. Enjoy a great day at the park, and then caravan back to your vacation rental home at the beach. You can all get up the next morning and walk down to the beach to continue the fun. This is an amazing way to finally make the time to get together with those you care about the most.

Plan the perfect summer wedding, family event, or church retreat. Do you have a wedding coming up with guests coming in from out of town? Five Star Vacation Rentals can be a perfect solution that everyone will remember as a wonderful time. Do yourself and your loved ones a favor. Skip that thought you had that went something like this: “Well, if we move Johnny out to the couch, and have Uncle Jim and Aunt Mary take his bed, then we’ll get the rollaway out of storage and . . . ” Don’t do it! Make this a special time filled with joy, not old lumpy bedding and long lines for your bathroom.

Last November we had a bridal party rent one of our Laguna Beach homes. Jessica was the bride and she wrote us a note to tell us her family’s stay leading up to her wedding was “absolutely amazing.” Her entire bridal party enjoyed nightly sunsets on the ocean with lots of room to move around. They had no musty old roll-away beds and no lines for the bathrooms! Jessica and her family took a joyous occasion and turned it into a wonderful experience for everyone involved, not just the bride and groom. Read more of her comments and see which of our homes she chose here. So whether you’re planning a wedding on the beach or anywhere in Southern California, one of our Five Star Vacation Rental beach homes is certain to make this an amazing time.

LagBchhArtFestival — Laguna Beach Arts Festival -- Book Early!

Book now for your stay during the Laguna Beach Sawdust Arts Festival. This year’s festival runs from June 29th through September 2nd, and attracts visitors from all over the world. We sell out most years during the festival, so be sure to book early. The festival is a great event for the entire family with over 200 skilled artisans displaying creations from fine portraiture to delicately blown glass. There’s also great entertainment and a huge variety of great food.

Call us today 310-780-3411 and we’ll be glad to have one of our friendly staff help you plan the ideal Southern California getaway. We have beach homes available for rent in Laguna Beach, Corona del Mar, Manhattan Beach, La Jolla, and Laguna Niguel. Visit our Southern California Beaches page to see all our available properties. We also have vacation rentals available in Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico.

Plan a Great Family Getaway to Villa la Estancia in Mexico

VLE1704_6 — View from one of our Villas. Don't you wish you were here?

You’re looking at the calendar and trying to decide on a vacation destination for this summer or next winter. There are so many choices. How about trying something exotic this year with a resort getaway to the beach at Villa la Estancia in Mexico? There are lots of good reasons.

Villa la Estancia is consistently one of the highest rated destinations in all of Mexico. Guests seem to have nothing but rave reviews online: “We had a king suite and lived like rock stars.” is one of our favorites. The staff is carefully chosen and trained to be mindful of your every need. Your stay will be one the entire family never forgets.

Located right on the beach in Nuevo Vallarta, Villa la Estancia is is the picture of beach-side luxury. We have 16 units to choose from, with a good range of pricing too. The resort has a a huge spa with a 17,000 sq ft facility which features 14 indoor treatment suites, two exclusive VIP treatment suites with private Jacuzzi and shower, a spa retail shop, a full-service beauty salon and a fitness studio.

VLE1704_3 — Your luxury home away from home. You won't want to leave.

Each of our units is furnished with all the luxury appointments. If you want to forego the restaurants, you’ll have a full kitchen to cook your own meals. If you have a good day fishing, you may want to bake up a gourmet fish dinner for the family. The suites all have a great floor plan geared toward accommodating large groups or more than one family. And since we have so many units available, it’s ideal to book your larger family reunion or church retreat into several of our units. Take a virtual tour of one unit 1502 here.

Pack your golf clubs and enjoy a round or two while you’re away as well. There are plenty of other local activities to keep the entire family busy. Choose from horseback riding, surfing, shopping, historic sites, museums, ATV rentals and boat rentals. We think you should stay at least 2 weeks to take it all in. But that’s just us talkin’!

The on-site restaurants are world class, and you can enjoy the full resort experience with the gourmet selections available from room service. We’re especially fond of the La Casona restaurant. It’s the only restaurant in Nuevo Vallarta to feature Kobe and Angus Certified Beef.

puerto_vallarta_cathedral_guadalupe — Enjoy the Festival from December 1-12th.

Villa la Estancia is a year-round resort, so if you can’t make it this summer, we’re accepting reservations for your winter vacation. And winter is a very special time to visit.

Each year the nearby historic Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe hosts a 12 day festival starting on the first of December. The festival is a great time to visit with lots of family fun, food vendors and a great fireworks display to culminate the festival. Be sure to book your stay early as the festival is very popular!

We have a variety of units available, and Villa la Estancia offers our guests a great all inclusive package that lets you take care of meals and gratuities. There’s more information about the all-inclusive plan here. Call us at 310-780-3411 or visit our Villa la Estancia page here to view all our units.

Five Star Vacation Rentals Big Bear Guest Testimonials

Five Star Vacation Rentals was started in a very different way than most vacation rental companies. That’s one of the reasons we consistently find our guests calling us for return visits. Before we ever got into the vacation rental business we were guests at vacation rentals. We’ve seen first hand the difference quality management can make in a guest’s overall experience. We’ve combined this with our background in hotel management and guest services to create a level of service that we’re confident cannot be duplicated elsewhere.

We’re continually pleased to see guests become regular visitors to our properties. Some find a favorite rental they want to keep returning to, and others enjoy the fact that they can choose any of our rentals with the confidence that they will have a great experience regardless of which unit they choose. Here are just a few of the many testimonials we’ve received:

Softball Team Scores a Great Getaway With Big Bear Cabin #1
“Just a quick note, our softball team (35 and over) were thrilled with the cabin. It is absolutely beautiful and fit the 10 of us to a tee. We appreciate the great deal you gave us, and all the women wanted your website for their future stays in Big Bear. Hope to do business with you again.”
Submitted by DeDe G. after staying in our Big Bear Cabin #1 Bear Mountain 4 Bedroom. Click here to see more info on this cabin.

Big Bear Cabin #3 is “Nice, Clean, and Cozy”

FrontSnowsummit — Cabin #3: "Great Rental"

“Hello Kevin,
We just wanted to send along a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for a wonderful stay at your cabin #3 this last week. We enjoyed our stay very much in this wonderful home at a very nice location. Looking forward to staying with you again soon. May God Bless!”
Submitted by John & Diana C after staying in our Big Bear Cabin #3.
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John D. and his family also stayed in Cabin #3, and sent us this note:

“First off I want to say thank you for the great rental in Big Bear this weekend. We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. We plan to rent from you many more times in the near future. Cabin was very nice, clean and cozy.
Thank you for the great customer service.” View more info or book Cabin #3 online here.

Cabin #5 "Like Home"

Our Big Bear Cabin #5 Rental Is a Lakefront Dream
“Dear Mr. & Mrs. Cobb,
Had to take the time and thank you. The cabin was well beyond our expectations. It was in a perfect location andit was roomy, comfortable and felt like home. All of us loved it.
We have also now recommended this cabin to two of our friends and more to come. We think you will get a call in the near future from a friend of my husband asking for this or one of your other cabins. A relative from San Diego is also planning on using this wonderful find in the near future. We have a great number of friends who probably will be in contact. We can’t recommend it enough. Again, thank you.
The low hassle and professional handling of this matter was more than appreciated.” Submitted by Patty C. View more pictures and details about Cabin #5 here.

We encourage you to look over all our Big Bear vacation rental cabins and see the many recommendations provided by previous guests. It’s important to us that your experience in any of our cabins builds a great memory that will have you returning year after year.

Call us at 310-780-3411 to book your vacation getaway now. Browse all of our Big Bear cabins on this page. If you’re planning a vacation somewhere other than Big Bear, please be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Park City,Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Regardless of where you may go, you’ll have the confidence of knowing that Five Star Vacation Rentals is working to make your vacation relaxing and memorable.

Off-Season Fun At Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain is one of our most popular ski destinations. Skiers from all over Southern California flock to Mammoth each winter for the great slopes. But Mammoth is a great destination the entire year round. There are lots of great places and things to do very close by.

Monster Energy Mammoth Motocross
June 21 – July 01
Are you a motocross rider, or enjoy watching the races? Every summer Mammothhosts the oldest continuously running motocross in the nation. Top riders from all over the country trek to Mammoth each year to compete. This 10-day event is a top destination for motocross fans, and always provides an amazing show filled with fast bikes and lots of adrenaline. There are also slots open for non-qualified racers. Registration begins May 10th. Visit http://www.mammothmotocross.com for more details.

Old Mammoth Parade
4th of July
Enjoy a slice of small town fun with Independence Day in Mammoth. The town hosts a parade that you can watch with the kids, or sign up to walk along in the parade! It’s a great time to don your best patriotic outfits, slather on the sun block, and load the kids up on ice cream. There’s plenty of entertainment for the entire family. The fun starts at 11:00 am at Old Mammoth Road & Main Street.

Calling All Triathletes — of All Ages!
July 7th

MammothTriathlonSm — Calling All Triathletes!

The High Sierra Triathlon Club annually hosts what they proudly describe as the “Toughest Race In The Most Beautiful Place.” With events scheduled for entrants aged 6 and up, this is a great opportunity for the entire family to literally immerse themselves in the amazing beauty of the Mammoth Mountain area. Visit www.junelaketriathlon.com to register online. There are plenty of volunteer positions availble for any non-triathletes in the family. The race helps benefit Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra. Slots fill fast, so be sure to book your stay with us and your place in the race!

24th Annual Mammoth Lakes Jazz Jubilee
July 11 – July 15
Mix your favorite jazz music with the scenery of the Sierras, and you’ve got a recipy for a great family vacation. Mammoth hosts this annual Jazz Jubilee in the most picturesque setting you’ve ever seen. In addition to the great music, you’ll also enjoy amazing food and fun activities for the whole family. Tickets are on sale now. Visit http://www.mammothjazz.org for more details.

VillageFest Has Great Ribs and Chili

VillageFest is California’s Highest Rib and Chili Cook-Off
July 27 – July 28
Just mention barbecue ribs, and we all start looking for our car keys. Name the place, and we’ll be there! You are not going to want to miss this one. Whisk the family away to one of our luxury Mammoth condominiums. Be sure to pack extras shirts, because this is gonna get messy! Mammoth’s annual rib cookoff is a delight for everyone. VillageFest has a large variety of amazing food, crafts booths, bands, and local artists. And did we mention amazing food? Visit http://www.mammothvillagefest.com for more info on this absolutely yummy event!

Call us today at 310-780-3411 for more info or to book your Mammoth Mountain vacation rental. View our Mammoth Mountain properties here.

Get a Park City Utah Vacation Rental — But Leave Your Skis At Home!

The mountains outside Salt Lake City are arguably among the most beautiful in the world. Park City is one of our most popular destinations year round. Here are just a few of the things coming up in June in Park City:

Park Silly Sunday Market
Sundays 10am – 5pm, June 10th – September 23rd
This one-of-a-kind open-air street market on historic Main Street has a little bit of everything that makes Park City a fun and unique destination. Mom and dad will love all the amazing antiques, arts and crafts booths, street performers and bands. The kids will love the bounce houses, clowns, crafts, face painting and amazing treats.

Park City Historic Home Tour
June 15th -16th
This annual event is a hit with locals, and we can understand why. It starts on Friday night with a group of renowned local chefs mingling with costumed historical characters to provide equal parts of colorful history and unrivaled taste treats. You’ll head back to your Five Star Vacation Rental that night with a smile on your face and eager anticipation for the next day’s activities. On Saturday, you’ll be treated to to a tour of some of the local historical homes with their proud owners giving you all the details of their intriguing past. This will be followed with another reception full of culinary treats. Bring good walking shoes and a big appetite for a great time.

A Week of Great Music and Family Fun
June 16th – June 24th

UtahArtsKid — Ask any kid. It's just plain fun.

For one week in June, Park City hosts some of the most talented artists and performers in the country. The performances start on Saturday, June 16th with Neko Case at the Library Square Amphitheater. Neko has performed all over the world and was a featured performer at Lollapalooza in 2009. Call us at 310-780-3411 to book your stay, and you can buy your tickets online here.

On Thursday, June 21st, grab your platform shoes, tie-dye shirt and floppy hats to join us for an evening with John Fogerty. John will be performing at the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater. You can count on him providing an amazing evening of songs both old and new that will keep you smiling. Tickets are available online at this link.

UtahArtsSign — Utah Arts Festival. Music, food, art, and kid's stuff

And from June 21st through June 24th enjoy the Utah Arts Festival. This year there will be an amazing 66 local bands performing. This annual event hosts street theater and dance performers to delight the entire family. Music lovers will love the eclectic mix of unique shopping, food, and talent drawn from around the Park City area. The kids may ignore the music and just dive in to the hands-on arts, crafts, and mini-film festival that’s a part of the festivities.

Be sure to call us at 310-780-3411 for help planning out your next vacation. We’ll gladly fill you in on local events and be sure to find the best accommodations available from our Five Star Vacation Rental units in Park City.

Planning a vacation somewhere other than Park City? Be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Big Bear, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico.

How to Create a Once-In-A-Lifetime Big Bear Vacation

Big Bear is one of our most popular destinations, and there are plenty of good reasons for that. We have some of the finest Big Bear cabin rentals you’ll be able to find, and it’s a short drive from anywhere in Southern California. Also, Big Bear is a year-round resort with world-class skiing in the winter, and boating, fishing, hiking, and golfing the rest of the year.

Since many of our guests plan ahead for months to make their Big Bear vacation memorable, we’d like to throw in a few events and activities that are easily overlooked by many visitors, but very popular with Big Bear residents.

Let's Eat In Tonight!

Unleash Your Inner Gourmet!
From April through September the Big Bear Convention Center hosts a weekly Farmer’s Market. Each Tuesday from 8:30am til 1:00pm you can choose from a wonderful variety of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. And since all of our cabins come equipped with full kitchens and cooking implements, you can plan out some amazing family meals. The Convention Center is located at 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Click here to view the map or get directions.

Enter Our Trout Tournament
The Big Bear annual trout tournament falls on Saturday and Sunday May 19th – 20th. There’s a prize pool of $8000 to be split among the fishermen who land the biggest trout. And new this year is a special tagged prize fish. If a lucky fisherman lands this fish, he’ll win $10,000. Visit http://www.maytroutclassic.com more details.

Welcome to All Pirate Families

Arrrrrh!, Be Pirates For a Day
Yes, once a year you can put on your best Jack Sparrow and join a bunch of crazy pirates during Big Bear’s annual Pirate Faire. It’s a great time for the entire family. The Faire puts on historical reenactments of battles and events. Deck out the entire family in pirate garb and have fun watching the kids enter the costume contest. There’s fun shopping, food, music, and plenty of grog for dad. This year’s Pirate Faire is on June 2nd. Click here for more details and ticket prices.

Enjoy Some Jazz on the Lake
Tickets have just gone on sale for the 7th Annual Big Bear Lake JazzTrax Summer Music Festival. If you’re a jazz fan, this is a great event in an unmatched setting. Each year name artists trek to Big Bear to perform on the lake in our annual Jazz Music Festival. Bring the entire family to enjoy some amazing music along with great food and refreshments. The Music Festival runs June 2-3 this year. For more details and an updated list of performers, visit the JazzTrax website.

Be sure to book your cabin with us as far in advance as you can to ensure availability. Click here to view all of our Big Bear cabins, or just give us a call at 310-780-3400.

Planning a vacation somewhere other than Big Bear? Be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Park City, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico.

New Chalet Summit Is Our Biggest Multi-Family Cabin

830summitfront — 9 Bedrooms, 9.5 Baths, and fun for everyone

We are always on the lookout for unique and distinctive properties, so our interest was immediately piqued when we first took a look at Chalet Summit.

Here at Five Star Vacation Rentals we get lots of calls from people who are putting together family vacations, retreats, or reunions and need a property that can accommodate multiple families. Big Bear is a great destination for group events, and Chalet Summit is a perfect cabin for large groups. Located just 2 blocks from Snow Summit, it was clearly designed to make large groups very comfortable. We think this is one of the finest Big Bear cabin rentals you could find.

We love the floor plan of this vacation rental with its 9 bedrooms — 8 of which are master suites so each guest can enjoy the comfort and privacy of their own bathroom. With a total of 9.5 bathrooms, it’s a perfect home for a family reunion, office getaway or retreat for your church or Sunday school group. This beautiful Big Bear vacation cabin is just completing renovations, so it will have new hardwood floors and upgraded appliances when we start renting it May 1st.

830summitgameroom — A pool table, foosball, PacMan . . . Why leave the cabin?

We’ve made sure that your large group won’t run out of fun things to do when just hanging out around the cabin. When you’re not having a friendly pool tournament running, you can take turns playing a classic Ms. Pacman game, Air Hockey, or Foosball. After the kids all get to bed, you can relax in front of the gas fireplace, enjoy a classic movie on the big screen TV, or slide into the spa out back. It’s just a great place to catch up with friends and relatives while you enjoy the great outdoor activities that Big Bear has to offer. It’s just a few minutes walk to Snow Summit and is also close to the lake, village and shopping areas in Big Bear Lake.

The cabin’s renovations will be completed by May 1st, and we’re taking reservations now. Chalet Summit is going to be a cabin that is in great demand. Our summer dates are already starting to fill, so be sure to call us right away to secure your reservation. View more photos and details about Chalet Summit here. Or call us at 310-780-3411 to book online with one of our helpful reservation agents.

Congratulations to Vanny Chow, The Winner of Our Oktoberfest Cabin Rental Contest!

We’d like to thank everybody who submitted an entry for our Big Bear photo contest. We had some really great entries, and it was very difficult to choose the winner.

VannyChowPhoto — Riley Chow, you're a winner!

Our judges selected Vanny’s photo because it seemed to capture the essence of a Five Star Vacation Rentals getaway to Big Bear. It’s clearly fun for the entire family and a memorable event.

The photo features Vanny’s son Riley. He was about 2 years old at the time, and was clearly delighted about something. We reached Vanny by phone, and she gave us some background on the photo:

“It was taken out in front of one of those great knick knack stores in the village. They had a little jelly bean vending machine out in front, and I bought some for Riley. I think it was the first time he ever had jelly beans.” She gave Riley one of the jelly beans right before she snapped the photo. Riley clearly approved of the treat.

And we learned that Vanny feels the same way about Five Star Vacation Rentals. She rented from other companies in the past, but found “some rentals we tried didn’t even provide the basic amenities.”

She has rented from us two years in a row and really likes our service and great selection: “Five Star has so many different properties, and we’ve tried a couple of them. We had our car get stuck in the snow in the driveway once when we were supposed to check out, but they extended our checkout time at no charge and even got us help to get out!”

oktoberfest2 — Weekends from September 15th through October 27th

Vanny mentioned she really appreciates that our cabins are prepared so she can just arrive and relax. The cabins she rented both had all the necessary amenities so she could get settled in right away.

Vanny’s advice for anybody considering a Five Star Vacation Rentals Big Bear getaway is very straight forward: “Definitely do it. It was a great experience. No need to worry about anything. The cabins are very clean and all have full amenities, so you can enjoy your stay without having to worry about anything.” She adds that she had such a delightful stay “I told everybody about it – all my friends and family. I even put it up on my Facebook page!”

Well, Vanny, we appreciate your kind words, and are glad your stay exemplified the experience we strive to deliver to each of our guests. Congratulations again on your win, and enjoy your upcoming stay in Big Bear for Oktoberfest!

Oktoberfest is one of the biggest events of the year in Big Bear. There’s fun for the entire family with lots of great bands, shows, and exotic beers to sample. We’re currently accepting reservations for Oktoberfest which runs weekends from September 15th through October 27th. But be sure to book early as we sell out most years. You’re definitely not going to want to miss this!

Call us today at 310-780-3411. Browse our Big Bear cabins on this page.