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National Forest in Your Backyard! Family + Pet Friendly w/ Spa!

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TV, fireplace, books, stereo
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Big Bear, CA
  • Place, Big Bear Alpine Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Mountain Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Mountain Express Lift
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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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.

National Forest in Your Backyard! Family + Pet Friendly w/ Spa!

The Woodpecker Lodge is a two-story home sleeps eight guests in three bedrooms.

*In the living room you will find one couch, one loveseat and two "poofs" for seating. The living room TV is equipped with Apple TV and is situated underneath the wood burning fireplace (we do not provide firewood so please bring your own). In the living room you will also find a PacMan sit down arcade machine, a foot/leg massager, plenty of board games for families and a large book shelf packed full of books for adults and kids.

*In the kitchen you will find a Keurig, a regular coffee maker, a kettle, a convection oven and all of the cookware you need for family meals. You can play music on the Alexa or ask her where the nearest store is. The open dining room seats 6 at the table and an additional 2 on the bar top.

Downstairs
*The main bedroom has a queen-size bed and access to a private deck with incredible views with views of numerous birds. The second bedroom has a full over twin bunk bed and another twin bed. The third bedroom has a queen bed and private adjoining deck. Each room has a closet and television, two TV's have a Firestick and the kids bunk-room has a TV with assorted VHS.

*The downstairs renovated bathroom is configured with a double vanity and a tub/shower combination. The upstairs bathroom has a walk-in shower.

*Walk out onto the deck of the one of the bedrooms and there is a staircase taking you down to the spa deck and the expansive backyard area, it is not fenced in and 10 feet away is a small sign letting you know that you are now on National Forest property. There are places to sled so bring your sleds with you!You can find a trail that will link up with a protected pebble plain (endangered plants). Walk for miles and explore everything the forest has to offer, just don't forgot to bring your cell phone in case you get lost. On the spa deck you will find a brand new top of the line Soft Spa which seats 4-5 people comfortably. Getting a spa in this spot posed a real challenge so we had a custom deck built and the owner found this very unique spa that we knew our guests would love. There is a porch swing next to the spa, whether you are sitting on it or relaxing in the spa, you will be looking out onto the open forest and you will find peace and quiet. We can almost guarantee that you will see no neighbors or anyone to bother you.

*Wild birds and animals are plentiful in this secluded area of the National Forest. The spacious main deck features incredible forest views and a propane fire pit. Make use of the propane grill for an afternoon cookout. We are a family of four plus a beagle dog so we understand the importance of traveling as a family. A stroller, child-proof gate, and high chair are available for children, as well as a wall of books and games available to guests. A large pet crate is also available for use.

Guest access
Our guests have access to the entire cabin except for the storage area underneath the parking pad which is locked. There are also 4 locked cabinets in the downstairs hallway which is used for our housekeepers.

Other things to note
There is a non refundable pet fee of $70 per dog, two dogs max. Check in is at 4 pm and check out is at 10 am, but we may be able to give you an extra hour upon request. The soft-tub is a foam hot tub with jets, a filter and motor. Due to the unique property, it is impossible to install a standard hot tub but we loved the idea of relaxing in warm water in the backyard so we improvised and installed a brand new, top of the line Soft-Tub which was able to get down the hill, it is installed on a small deck overlooking the forest.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Snow Summit. Enjoy features like a hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Snow Summit and 8 minutes from The Village
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Extreme fire risk, no smoking on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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: 1,232 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Rules

County Noise Curfew of 10pm-7am

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Inspected after check out with UV light.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Changing table and books for children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extreme fire risk, no smoking on the property.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01076

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Woodpecker Lodge Big Bear
The Woodpecker Lodge Private vacation home
The Woodpecker Lodge Private vacation home Big Bear

National Forest in Your Backyard! Family + Pet Friendly w/ Spa! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We always love staying here, it has all the amenities you would ever want! Very clean and our family always enjoys staying here when we come to big bear!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

Our family had a great trip and loved staying at this cabin! They had everything we needed & more and we would love to stay there again in the future! Everything was clean, comfy beds, lovely decorations and the kids loved all the kids stuff they had in their room and the Ms. Pac-Man!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

JD M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything we hoped for and expected

This is a really great property and we truly saw no issues with anything at all. The beds were comfortable, the neighborhood was quiet, the location was a quick drive from everything, the house was in great shape and well kept/cleaned, and the arcade game was a hit! Absolutely perfect for spending the week relaxing in Big Bear with our family. Love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elliott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, quiet getaway

Lexy was communicative to our every need and even provided a nice gift bag upon arrival. We spent most of our time on the porch and using the grill. And the kitchen was stocked with plenty of pots and pans to cook with, giving us ample time in the lovely home. Ten minutes from town but remote enough to get your peace and quiet-- Great find!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021