A Big Bear cabin minutes from the lifts
Villa Grove is our one home in Big Bear: a family cabin near Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with a private hot tub, a wood-burning fireplace, a fenced yard for the kids and the dog, and a flat driveway for snow days.
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Meet Villa Grove
One cabin, looked after by the same family team that manages our homes on the Outer Banks and in the Coachella Valley.
Villa Grove
A single-level family cabin 2.9 miles from the Bear Mountain and Snow Summit lifts and four miles from the lake and the Village. Soak in the hot tub under the pines, warm up by the wood-burning fireplace, and let the kids and the dog loose in the fenced yard. Rated 5.0 across 133 reviews on our site.
- Private 4-person hot tub
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Propane fire pit on the deck
- One dog welcome (up to 60 lbs)
- Fenced backyard with playset
- Foosball, board games, Roku TV
- Desk for remote work
- Flat, level driveway for 3 cars
- Pack ’n Play, high chair & kids’ dishes
- Fast Wi-Fi (500+ Mbps)
Big Bear, season by season
Two hours from Los Angeles and a different mountain every few months. Here is what each season is actually like, from a family that stays here too.
Winter
Ski season at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, sledding hills, the Village lit up for the holidays. Book by August for the good weekends.
Spring
Snowmelt turns the lake blue again, trails reopen, and midweek rates are the lowest of the year.
Summer
Lake days, mountain biking at Snow Summit, 78-degree afternoons and 50-degree nights with the fire pit going.
Fall
Oktoberfest weekends, golden aspens along the lake, and the quietest stretch before the snow.
Big Bear guides from your hosts
Big Bear cabin questions
Where is Villa Grove in Big Bear?
In the Moonridge neighborhood of Big Bear, 2.9 miles from the Bear Mountain and Snow Summit ski lifts and about four miles from Big Bear Lake and the Village. The driveway is flat and level, which matters in snow.
How many people does the cabin sleep?
Eight, across three bedrooms and two bathrooms: a primary suite with a queen bed and en-suite shower, a second queen bedroom with a desk, and a bunk room with a full-over-full bunk.
Is Villa Grove pet-friendly?
Yes. One dog up to 60 pounds is welcome for a $100 pet fee, and the backyard is fully fenced.
Do I need chains or four-wheel drive in winter?
Often, yes. Caltrans requires chains on the mountain highways during and after storms, and rental companies will not always allow them. Check Caltrans before you drive up and bring chains that fit your car.
When should I book for ski season?
August. Holiday weeks and the weekends around them go first, and cabins this close to the lifts that sleep a full family are a small slice of the market.
Why book direct instead of on Airbnb or Vrbo?
The same cabin is about 10% less on our site for a like-for-like flexible booking, with no platform service fee, the cancellation terms on screen before you pay, and our team one message away.
Can I talk to a real person before I book?
Always. Call or text (949) 407-7448 or email support@ratherbeproperties.com, 24/7.
Ready for the mountains?
Pick your dates and book Villa Grove direct. We are Al and Elissa, and our team is here around the clock once you arrive.
Because there’s no place you’d rather be.