The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat | House in Big Bear Lake

Welcome to The Blissful Bear, a highly desirable cabin perfect for family gatherings and adventure seekers alike. Nestled in a serene setting, this pet-friendly retreat offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay, blending comfort and fun.
The cabin is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, close to outdoor activities, hiking trails, and local attractions, nature and the excitement of nearby adventures.
The moment you turn down the quiet mountain road and Blissful Bear Cabin comes into view, you know you’ve arrived somewhere special. Sunlight hits the handcrafted logs and castle-style stonework, and suddenly it feels less like a rental and more like stepping into a storybook lodge tucked deep in the forest. Inside, the great room glows with warm timber, sweeping mountain views, and the crackle of a stone fireplace that makes everyone instinctively drop their bags and exhale. Someone starts a pot of coffee in the chef’s kitchen while others wander downstairs to explore the game room, the massive movie theater, and all the entertainment usually reserved for a resort. It’s easy to imagine laughter around the long dining table, kids disappearing into adventures, friendly pool battles, movie marathons, and stargazing from the hot tub as the meadow settles into night. Blissful Bear isn’t just a cabin—it’s the gathering place for the trips your group will talk about for years, and the memories that turn into tradition.
Main Level – Elevated Mountain Living
The upstairs Great Room features a soaring rock fireplace, a spacious sitting area, and an open-concept design ideal for gathering. Although most Big Bear homes do not have A/C, this cabin includes a ductless A/C unit to cool the kitchen and living room areas for added comfort.
The dining area seats 10–16 guests, and the chef’s kitchen includes:
Center island with granite counters
Stainless steel appliances (side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave)
Blender, toaster, coffee maker
Full set of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, and cooking tools - pretty much everything you need to enjoy cooking a big family meal.
High-speed WiFi and a full laundry room with washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board are included.
Downstairs – Entertainment for Everyone
The lower level is designed for fun and relaxation. It features:
Huge game room
TV entertainment system
Wet bar with mini-fridge
Rock fireplace
Three queen futons for additional sleeping options
Game room amenities include:
Full-size pool table
Air hockey
Foosball
Classic Atari-style gaming table with 1,200 games from the ’80s
Private Movie Theater
A highlight of the home is the incredible 7’ x 12’ theater screen with full surround sound. The theater includes:
Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and 300+ DVDs
Professional karaoke system that projects lyrics on the big screen
XBOX 360
Streaming movies, TV shows, and SPORTS
It’s truly a movie-night (or game-night!) lover’s dream.
Outdoor Spaces – Relaxation & Mountain Views
Step outside the downstairs sliders to a patio with a ping-pong table, or unwind in the sunken hot tub on the deck overlooking the fenced yard and rolling meadows beyond.
*In summer (closed in winter), the backyard features:
Outdoor kitchen with 42" grill
Seating for 12
Fire pits for evening gatherings
*The front yard also includes a pergola-covered seating area with its own fire pit — the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of exploring.
During winter, the sloped backyard becomes an ideal private sledding area.
Bedrooms & Guest Quarters
Main House – Upstairs
Primary Suite: King bed + private luxury bathroom
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Queen bed
Bedrooms 2 & 3 share an additional full bathroom
Downstairs:
3 Queen Futons in the Game Room
Large full bathroom with tub
Laundry room
The Eagle’s Nest Guest Suite (separate entrance):
Separate A/C
King bed
Twin sleeper sofa (child-sized)
Handicap-accessible entrance and full bath
Guest Limits
Maximum occupancy: 16 guests
Maximum adults: 10
Maximum 4 cars (per Big Bear Lake regulations)
GOOD NEIGHBOR AGREEMENT:
RESPECT NEIGHBORHOOD TRANQUILITY. Disturbing the peace of the Residential Neighborhood you are occupying is a city ordinance violation. Please keep noise to a minimum, including children playing loudly, parties, and any loud noises between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am. Big Bear has implemented a number of new policies and ordinances for all short term rentals. Guests must sign the Big Bear Good Neighbor agreement which includes the following information:
BIG BEAR GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT
We are 100% in support of our neighbors right to a peaceful neighborhood. This is priority #1 for anyone staying in our home. You are a guest of Big Bear Lake and staying in a Residential Area. You are expected to respect the neighborhood and those near you. Any call after that will result in ejection from the premises with no refund (you must sign a Big Bear Good Neighbor Agreement - see details of this agreement below)
Do not exceed the occupancy limit- Do not exceed the stated occupancy at any time during your stay. The maximum number of adult occupants may
be less than the total maximum occupancy(ours is 10 adults max)
NO PARTIES ALLOWED.
No parking in street or yard -Parking is only permitted in the driveway, designated parking spaces, and garage. This includes trailers. The
maximum number of vehicles permitted is on the exterior
sign. (our max is 4 cars and this is strict)
No amplified music 24/7: Amplified music is not permitted to be heard beyond the property line 24/7. Close your windows to avoid music carrying beyond the property line.
Head inside at 10:00 p.m.
Noisy outdoor activities and spa use are prohibited from 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Take your furry friend with you: Take your dog with you so they do not disturb
surrounding neighbors. You will find that Big Bear Lake is very dog-friendly!
Take trash to dumpster locations: Trash needs to be taken to a local dumpsite unless there are commercial trash bins at your property (condo).
Clean Bear trash locations:
41970 Garstin Drive & 39690 Big Bear Blvd.
Consequences
Unfortunately, a few of our guests refuse to extend common courtesy and neighborly behavior toward the guests and residents around them. For those guests who have come to party and disrupt the peace and tranquility of the neighborhoods, there are costly and severe consequences.
Fines
The minimum fine for violating the rules stated
previously is $500 per violation. A second offense is $1000 per violation.
Eviction
Unruly guests who blatantly disregard the rules and expectations will be evicted without a refund. In addition, costly citations may be issued to the undersigned.
ABIDE BY OCCUPANCY LIMITS. Each property is licensed to accommodate a maximum amount of people, DAY AND NIGHT. Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful, and illegal. Please do not exceed the designated amount.
DISPOSE OF TRASH PROPERLY - GARBAGE FEE: Guests must take all of their trash, rubbish and discards to one of the two Clean Bear Trash Sites: (1) 41974 Garstin Drive, Big Bear Lake; (2) Auxiliary fire station on Big Bear Blvd. across from City Hall/Performing Arts Center. Failure to take trash to Clean Bear Sites will result in a charge of $20 per bag of trash..
PARK CARS APPROPRIATELY. The Big Bear Lake Ordinance limits the number of cars parked at each property (ours is a strict 4 car max), and this number is displayed on a sign on each house. Parking more cars is a city ordinance violation. Please use common sense – Do not block streets or corners and keep all cars parked on driveways. During snow conditions, avoid large fines: do not block plows or park anywhere on the street.
ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT BY ANYONE IN YOUR PARTY WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE CHARGE AND/OR EJECTION OF EVERYONE WITHOUT ANY REFUND, AND COULD INCLUDE ADDITIONAL CITY
IMPOSED FINES OR OTHER SANCTIONS.

The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat is located in Big Bear Lake. The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Blissful Bear: Your Ideal Family Retreat has 4 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Big Bear Lake has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Big Bear Lake, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.