We stayed at Edgewood Mansion for my 40th birthday during New Years Eve. My husband planned the…read moretrip to include my closest girlfriends and their families. From the beginning to the end we had the best experience. The mansion has so much history, is perfect to accommodate multiple families with en suites, huge kitchen, many places to relax, and plenty to do. We had kids from ages 4 to 10. We thought we would run out of things for them to do. Not at all. The mansion is so huge, they had plenty of room to stretch out, the hills on the property provided for fun sledding and snowman building. The adults were either at the sauna, jacuzzi, kitchen, outside in the snow walking the 2 acres of property or just relaxing in one of the many comfy nooks. I highly recommend Edgewood Mansion for any type of event whether it's a birthday trip, family reunion, corporate retreat or any other purpose where you want to feel like you're at home, or provided for like a Queen. The location which is located higher up in the mountains is away from the traffic. The accommodations are immaculate and the concierge services provided by Chantal who was available to us 24/7 before we got there and during, was spot on. We catered instead of cooking which was so much easier on everyone so we could enjoy each other's company versus cooking. Chantal gave us choices and she had Mexican food delivered one night, Italian catered another and on New Years Eve we had a personal chef, Mike who is a master chef create the most delicious surf and turf dinner. We had piles of Alaskan king crab legs and the freshest, tastiest filet. Everything was provided. This was an amazing trip because of where we stayed, the owner Laura who was so accommodating and Chantal who was so helpful. Our friends have not stopped thanking us for coordinating this trip. We all got to spend time together with the kids together and not feeling overwhelmed because everything was at our fingertips. Thank you to Laura, Chantal, Irvin and the maintenance crew, Sherri our housekeeper and the magical Edgewood Mansion.

An absolutely fantastic experience for a vacation. Then property, the house, the eclectic,…read moretimeless, sometimes bizarre, sometimes awe inspiring and generally non-stop entertainment made this rental one of the best. Laura, the owner, does a fantastic job of welcoming you, walking you through the sometimes labyrinthine maze of rooms, and welcoming you to a piece of history. As we travelled during Covid19, the property felt safe, clean and secure and we had no concerns about our health or safety. Highly recommend for people hosting special gatherings, parties, family vacations or special events. Definitely worth it.

My husband & I had a wonderful date night staying at Castlewood Cottages recently. We stayed in the…read morehaunted manor cabin. The attention to detail was beautiful & the room was sparkling clean, bed & pillows were soft. We had an amazing night stay , thank you so much!

I have had these cottages on my list for YEARS. When we first pulled up I was a little worried…read more This place doesn't look the best from the outside, just being very honest. Then we parked and the check in area was locked so we started to panic but luckily someone came right away. The maps given for directions were poor but that was the end of the bad. The room was amazing! It was huge and beautifully decorated. They also had cute costumes in the room for you to use to dress up and take pictures. The room was very well cleaned and this is greatly appreciated, especially since the room was large and had a running water feature. Can't wait to come back and stay in another room.

New owners, just opened, working through minor issues, short walk to the Village…read more I did not see a front desk. Owner greeted me and walked me to my room past two friendly dogs! They bought the property in February and opened recently. Still setting up some landscaping. I have reviewed this stay as a soft-open. Loved my room on the second floor of a standalone four-room cabin. Small, well designed, and well fitted. Every appliance is easy to use. There is a Roku remote control. I am the first person ever to stay in this room! Fun squirrels everywhere. It is built on a hillside with good steps and ramps. The entrance from the road had a steep slope that could be challenging in icy conditions. The owners are working on these issues: 1. The guest portal uses a web portal that did not always work well for me. Could not check in online from my iPhone; my VPN blocked it. I had to use a desktop browser. The portal then gave me the password for the keypad on my door but did not send me my room number. 2. There was not enough bandwidth to stream the Roku free movie that I tried to watch on the TV. 3. Unclear if the historic Mansion (from 1920) was open to guests. It was not clear to me where some attractions were, but the owners will provide signage.

I came into town to work a wedding and decided to make a mini vacation trip out of it. I stumbled…read moreupon this restaraunt because of all the referals friends and family have given me. The service was very welcoming

Perched where the rugged timber meets the glassy expanse of the lake, Hotel Marina Riviera is a…read moremasterclass in atmospheric alchemy. It feels as though a chic, mid-century modern salon collided beautifully with a high-toned, rustic American West outpost. The architecture honors the soaring terrain of Big Bear, using clean, geometric lines that trace the slope of the mountains, while the interior hums with a quiet, bespoke luxury. Smooth, high-end finishes--polished walnut and rich leathers--marry flawlessly with the coarse honesty of native stone. The crown jewel of this alpine sanctuary is its sublime wellness experience, an immaculate haven for the body and spirit. Here, the contrast therapy is poetic magic. You can purge the high-altitude chill in the deep, enveloping heat of the saunas, or melt into the bubbling, starry embrace of the outdoor hot tub. For the ultimate awakening, the shock of the pristine cold plunge cuts through fatigue like mountain air, shocking the senses into absolute, vibrant life. Steps away, the sparkling pool acts as a gateway to the elements. For those who hear the siren call of open water, the seamless transition from resort luxury to an open swim across the vast, pristine lake is utterly liberating. Through it all, the views are a visual symphony--the lake stretching out like hammered silver, cradled by a dark fortress of pines. The staff embodies the very spirit of the altitude: completely chill, attentive, and entirely devoid of pretension. From the crackle of the lakeside fire pits to the curated aesthetics, the vibes are flawless, offering an elevated, restorative sanctuary in the sky.

We arrived at Hotel Marina in Big Bear and were immediately met with an extremely inappropriate and…read morecrude anti-LGBTQ remark/joke from a member of the front desk staff that we did not find funny or amusing whatsoever. Even if it was intended to be a joke, it was extremely inappropriate and derogatory. When we finally entered the assigned room, a cockroach was running across the floor and disappeared into the wall within seconds of us opening the door. We immediately called the front desk to report this and requested another room, but were told none were available because they were sold out. So, we attempted to give the room one last chance, but within minutes of us starting to put our stuff away, my husband opened the mini refrigerator, and two additional cockroaches ran out from behind it. At that point, we determined the room did not meet basic standards of cleanliness, sanitation, or habitability and decided to immediately leave the property. We turned our keys in and did not end up staying the night. What was most disappointing was not only the condition of the room, but also the lack of any sort of response or acknowledgment from the hotel afterward. I finally managed to speak with Bridget at the front desk about two weeks after trying to get ahold of them, and she was incredibly rude, insensitive, and was flat-out disrespectful to me over the phone. This is the exact kind of service you're going to expect if you stay here. I would not stay here ever again, nor would I recommend it to anyone.

Great location if you want to stay in the village area in Big Bear! Staff is friendly and the rooms…read moreare cozy and clean. Feels like you're in a cabin since it has a living room and kitchen area! Overall wonderful experience:)

Stumbled upon this place via Booking.com after driving to all possible campgrounds in the area and…read morehad no luck in finding a site for the night. I've circled this village more times than I can count and I would have never known this lodge existed. Tucked in the center of the Village with its own parking lot, this location is prime. Who would've known this lodge existed next to my favorite tea & gelato place. Check in is a breeze, the owners live on site. The room we booked was good for 6 and for the 3 of us, it was huge. One masters bedroom with a king bed and the bathroom, outside in the living area was a twin bunk, and a queen sofa bed. Fully functioning kitchen with the basics. A clean fridge and stocked with towels and the built in shampoo, conditioner, soap dispenser. This place doesn't have a/c but they provide fans and it stayed cool enough. Within walking distance to the lake, restaurants, and convenient stores. The rates are very reasonable, they even offered us a great discounted price if we stayed an extra night. We'll take up on that offer next time. Free WiFi, you just need to ask for the PW upon checking in. The only downside for light sleepers, is that if you keep your windows open, you can hear people hanging out on the streets next to the bars after hours... but we didn't mind. Great service & staff was very accommodating.

Tea was the best choice I've made for my wedding. She was quick to respond when I reached out…read morelooking for a private chef to cook for 10 guests. She recommended a menu that's suited for our taste and I love that she was able to balance Asian/western palettes. We also didn't do a taste test, but was lucky to snatch a few of her bahn mi during her special pop up- omg the second I bite into the sandwich I knew she will deliver for our wedding. I trusted her completely. For the day of wedding she arrived on time and braved the cold in the outdoors to cook us a coursed meal. Our picky parents could not stop raving about it, and I still think about the lobster mushroom dish she made. I'm salivating as i write this. Do not hesitate to book her. She's professional, friendly, funny, and made our day so special. Excuse the bad quality of pics as I inhaled the food so fast and the pics don't do its justice. Look at how beautiful her plates are too!

Bahn mi has always been a sandwich that has been on my "must try" list but for whatever reason, it…read morenever happened. Chef Tea has thankfully made that a reality. I met Chef Tea through a volunteering opportunity, and she was gracious enough to make the team some of her delicious Bahn Mi Sandwiches. Talk about love at first bite! If my mouth had a soul mate, I am pretty sure it would be the Bahn Mi. For reference, I was able to try the pork and vegetarian Bahn Mi. The umami flavors hit you immediately and is welcomed with the combination of fresh veggies and held together with a crispy yet soft baguette. It was Heaven by way of every bite! Another small but important point was how each sandwich was thoughtfully wrapped and had a list of ingredients as well. Days later, I was thinking about her sandwich, and I decided to try a Bahn Mi from a popular Vietnamese restaurant in my area. I was let down because it tasted so different from what I experienced in Chef Tea's sandwich. I repeated this with another restaurant weeks later, only to be let down once more. It is safe to say that she has ruined me for all other Bahn Mi's. If you find yourself in need of a personal Chef who will deliver the "wow" factor, please consider Tra An Cuisine.

Went here for a family vacation for an end-of-summer/Labor Day weekend. There were 23 of us & we…read morefit very comfortably. I love that we're able to roam around between the two houses. The location is great; it's located in the middle of The Village so there are plenty of stores nearby. We took about 5-6 cars and there was more than enough parking. Even though it is so close to The Village, it was still fairly private and great for kids to play and not be worried about crowds or cars. The lake is within walking distance and close to a lot of other fun activities. I also appreciated that the houses came included with different things, such as board games, DVDs, large TVs, pool table, foosball table, arcade basketball hoop thing, jacuzzi, and even something as simple as basic spices in the cabinet. Salt comes in handy! I took 1 star off because it was pretty hot during the daytime and the air conditioning didn't work very well or at all. Luckily there were a few fans available that helped. We weren't home most of the time during the day, so it wasn't too big of a deal. And some of the futons weren't very comfortable at all! It was difficult to sleep on because you could only lay on a certain area on the futon. Overall, this is a good place for a large group! Would recommend.

Our stay was absolutely amazing the 4 days we were there! We loved every minute of it. Being able…read moreto stay right on the venue for our wedding was so nice and made it so less stressful on us. Both Cabins were super nice and clean. All stocked up with linens and tp. They even brought us more towels when they were needed. Chantal was our wedding planner for the day of and she was amazing! She had a great team that helped her! She made me feel so comfortable the day of always checking in with me on how everything was going. It did rain right after our ceremony so she had no hesitation to move everything inside for us! It turned out beautiful both set ups! I highly recommend this spot for a wedding venue, family vacation, or anything for that matter! They definitely made it my dream wedding come true!

Ashley cooked us food in our cabin for a bachelorette party recently and everything was so…read moredelicious! Not only is her food so good but the vibe she brings is great. She was very communicative and helpful through the entire process from booking to setting up a menu and then day of. Very professional highly recommend.

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We booked online and stayed here one night. I booked here mostly for it being pet friendly. The…read moreunit was nice and large and the worker helping us was nice. However, most units, including ours had NO air conditioning, which means that our unit was super hot! I woke up multiple times through the night sweating, to the point that I had to open the door to let cool air in at 3am. The front office worker said that the rooms are generally cool, which wasn't true. Reconsider booking if it's summer, unless you want to sleep in a stuffy sauna. Also note that the rooms are right next to the busy highway, so it's loud, even in the middle of the night.

I spent over $300.00 for a room at Black Forest Lodge. The room is very dark. The wallpaper is…read morehideous. Their air conditioner is messed up. The bathroom sink faucet is broken. They didn't have cream or sugar with the bad coffee they provided. I had to walk up 2 flights of stairs and they were all booked up at the lodge. So I got the left over. I noticed that the carpets were filthy, grungy. It really smells. Oh and the bed is very, very uncomfortable. I felt the bed springs when I slept, which I tossed and turned all night. I couldn't sleep anymore because of my back pain sleeping on this bed. The wallpaper is hideous, gross, and outdated. And so is the carpeting. The room needs a TOTAL RENOVATION. I usually give positive reviews, but I couldn't with this lodge. It's the worst place I've stayed in. Definitely will not coming back.