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Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels
Property grounds
At the base of Snow Summit Mountain Resort, this beautiful town home in Big Bear offers a perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Enjoy an open floor plan for easy entertaining, a fully equipped kitchen, and proximity to skiing at Snow Summit Ski Resort - just walk to Chair lift #4 or explore San Bernardino National Forest.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes

Charming Forest View Townhome at the Base of Snow Summit Mountain Resort!

Welcome to your perfect Big Bear getaway! This privately owned and fully equipped two-story townhome is located right at the base of Snow Summit Ski Resort—you can walk to Chair Lift #4 in just minutes. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or an extended stay, this cozy mountain retreat is ready for you and your family.

The open-concept layout makes it easy to relax, entertain, or enjoy meals together. Dine in with a fully stocked kitchen or explore Big Bear’s many great restaurants just minutes away.

What you will Love:

Fully furnished 2-story townhome

Complete kitchen with cookware, dishes, and utensils

Spacious living area with an open floor plan, ideal for entertaining

Free Wi-Fi and central heating throughout

Designated parking for two vehicles

Walk to the slopes – just steps from Snow Summit's Chair Lift #4

Year-Round Adventure at Your Doorstep
In winter, you won’t find a closer place to ski—just park and play! There's no need to move your car once you arrive. In spring, summer, and fall, enjoy hiking and biking among the fragrant pine trees of the San Bernardino National Forest, located just behind the complex.

You're also only minutes from Big Bear Lake, where you can enjoy boating, paddleboarding, fishing, or simply taking in the views. Be sure to visit Big Bear Village, a local favorite filled with shopping, dining, entertainment, and small-town charm.

After a Day Outdoors...
Spend your evening enjoying:

Outdoor concerts & festivals

Live theater and movies

Dining, drinks, and dancing

A relaxing spa

Whatever kind of getaway you're craving—peaceful and restorative or fun and full of activity—you’ll find it here in Big Bear.

Book now and enjoy a true mountain escape—comfort, location, and charm all in one!

- Check-in at Snow Summit Unit #44 rental office (open 9am to 5pm). After hours check-ins, call night manager at the phone number on the office door.
- 24 Hour On-Site Management
- Parking Passes for 2 vehicles

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Property Registration Number VRR-2024-0556

Property is also known as

2755-197539

About the area

Map
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA

What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Village - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Slopeside Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Manor Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes on Sept 11, 2025 start from CA $143.28, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is steps from Snow Summit and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from The Village. East-Mountain Xpress Lift and Chair 8 are also within 10 minutes.

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Charming Forest Retreat – Steps from Snow Summit Slopes Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dave k.

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

Convenient to Summit

Cozy cabin. Great location to snow summit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mario P.

Good place and location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay, very close to the lifts. Cabin is well equipped with kitchen ware, tv in living room and both rooms. Just to mention probably there is a problem with the heating system because it was cold in the living room and in one of the rooms. Master room was OK. I started checking the air vents to be open but did not work. There is a sign saying the sofa bed is broken and you should not used as a bed, you will pay for it if you open it and falls apart, I think it should be replaced instead of having that sign.

8/10 Good

Jeremy S.

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

Great Place, even better location

The townhouse was clean a well kept. Basic items such as dish soap were not available unfortunately, so we had to make due with what we had. The description of the property didn’t indicate the check in process of going to the office. This could be added to help future renters.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

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

Great Location

I really enjoyed out time in Big Bear. This condo was perfect for us. It was comfortable, clean and had most everything we needed. I would definitely book this location again. As a host myself, I have a couple of critiques that may help your property stand out. The patio was pretty rough. Maybe a quick spruce up of the chairs and cobwebs would be a great amenity. Also, we got rained out of our rides so some board games would have been great to have available. I am not sure if you had change the wifi, but it was not great at all. We also struggled with the t.v. It kept scrambling and losing volume. These are small things and would make a difference to a guest when their trip changes based on the weather. :) Thanks for letting us stay in your condo, we had a really good time. Tina Frank
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Big Bear

place was nice, outdated and too expensive for what was provided. Horrible Check-in experience. Cheers

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

Great location, good layout

Backs up to back trial which was perfect for Mtb and could see how easy it was snow as well. It was larger than we expected. As I had family we had several questions and the prop manager either picked up calls immediately or called/emailed back within minutes. To have human call and discuss was excellent. We go to big bear in summer and winter and this will be our go to spot.