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Cathys Cottages

4.2 (71 reviews)
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Uncomfortable bed, worn down couch.
Britany H.

We just stayed at Cathy's for a quick two night getaway. The rooms are charming but show their age. Unfortunately for us the cons outweighed the pros and we will not be staying here again. We stayed in Cabin #2, was hoping to love the place as it has so much potential! If they update the beds and couch the cabin would be 4 stars. A good night's sleep makes or breaks your trip and we did not have one. Pros: Large 2 person indoor Jacuzzi bath that was very well cleaned. 2 person shower. King size bed. Heater and gas fire place worked well. Overall cleanliness was good. Cons: The most uncomfortable bed, very firm and worn out. We sank to the center of the mattress. The pillows were also very small, flat and worn out. Could not request more as there is no office. We both got very little sleep and woke up feeling bruised and soar all over. This put a damper on our trip. Couch was also very old and dirty, could not sit on it to watch TV as it was so worn out. No blinds over the front door window in front of the Jacuzzi bath.

Me and my wife having been coming here for years now. We absolutely love it here! I recommend getting the king bed with jacuzzi and fireplace. The room is spacious with lots of amenities. We can't see are selfs staying anywhere else. Cathy's Cottages have been so good to us. We look forward to coming here every year!!!

Stairs to room 221
Cassandra W.

After deciding upon a last-minute trip to Big Bear, I was pleased to find that a room was still available. There were no cabins available, I believe, but room 221 (Grandma's Attic) was. I wasn't expecting much since it was so last minute but I was very pleasantly surprised when I walked in, and I would like to stay in there again by choice! It was so cute and cozy, and I truly did feel like a grandmother decorated it (in a good way!) Even though we were on top of a cabin filled with many people, we could not hear them, which is something I was worried about but turned out not to be an issue. There was a cute bathroom with a checkered floor. There was a gas fireplace and a little patio that you could eat breakfast on. It was close to the lake and the little boardwalk in the lake. The bed had a cute quilt and there was a little nook by the window. The internet was super fast, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. A little bonus for me was the makeup-removing wipes! Also parking is really easy and there is parking available literally right outside each of the cabins. It wasn't perfect, but I didn't mind any of it. For example, once the water in our room completely turned off. I know things like this are inevitable, so what matters to me is how they handled it. And they handled it by sending someone RIGHT AWAY to fix it (hence the 5 stars instead of 4). The bed was a tiny bit hard, but that's just preference. And the flame from the fireplace was mostly blue, as if it wasn't turned up high enough. Also, be careful if you are using a GPS to not type in Cathy's Cottages, but instead their main address on Eureka (that's the only place you can check in). Its not too far, but it's kind of annoying to have to backtrack. And its really pleasant when you get in there (smells great, nice and warm, and there is coffee, tea, and cookies). I know I will be staying here again. Highly recommended.

Nothing like a hot tub, candles and fireplace! #Romance
Rana S.

My husband and I have thoroughly enjoyed every second of our experience here at Cathy's Cottages since even before check in. Josh and family were excellent from the time I made that phone call from San Diego to inquire about a room. They were great in person and the amenities they offered from the get go made us feel as though we were right at home. Inside the cottage has been wonderful. From the warm decorations and atmosphere, to having all the essentials provided to us, has left us wanting more. Enjoyable enough to book an extra night and call our bosses to take an extra day off from work. The hot tub has been used plenty and was definitely one of the highlights of the room. Everything is clean and like brand new! Thank you Sleepy Forest for your great hospitality!

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George V.

Awesome place. Had a great night here. Very cozy, clean. Jacuzzi is great! Price wise we were lucky to get here on a weekday, so had a great deal. Love Big Bear and this place. Will return here again!

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Definetly in need of upgrades for a more pleasant experience. No soap in bathroom I sanitized everything as it was not very clean

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Great location and property! Room was clean comfortable! Will definitely be staying here again for the price.

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Had amazing time ! Going again ! Steal deal! Beautiful ! Loved my time can't wait to go back!

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“We drove all the way to Cathy's Cottages only to find out that the check-in was at Sleepy Forest across town.”

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