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The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games.

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7 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot TubHot Tub
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
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  • Outdoor Space
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  • Kitchen
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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Popular LocationSnow Summit4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Village4 min drive
  • AirportBig Bear, CA (RBF)5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlpine Slide at Magic Mountain6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games.

Welcome to The Hidden Estate, a one-of-a-kind vacation retreat nestled in the peaceful pine groves of Big Bear Lake. Surrounded by trees, this unique 3,500 square-foot property, set on a sprawling 1.5 acres of natural splendor, promises a luxury experience unlike any other, accentuated by central air conditioning, a rare find in the area.

Everything at this home is designed for your convenience and enjoyment. The hot tub is just a few steps away, perfect for immediate relaxation. As the quintessential Big Bear vacation destination, this home has it all - spacious living areas, exceptional amenities, and a prime location. It's the perfect blend of comfort and luxury, making it an unparalleled choice for a memorable family vacation.

Upon arrival, you'll enter the world of lavish living on the ground floor. This space welcomes you to a vast, airy kitchen and lounge area, fitted with comfortable leather couches.

Adjacent is the first of the seven bedrooms, the primary, equipped with a queen bed, private gas fireplace, and a luxurious ensuite featuring a shower and jacuzzi tub. Bedrooms two and three offer a queen bed and a twin-over-full bunk bed respectively.
The ground floor also plays host to a movie room, boasting a state-of-the-art 75" 4K HDTV and an ultra-plush lounge couch with many movie titles for your family to enjoy. In a separate dedicated space, immerse yourself in the world of billiards, under the watchful eyes of an impressive taxidermy collection.

Step outside to a large deck, showcasing a new 4-burner Weber BBQ and a Komodo-style smoker from the top-tier Alfresco brand stand ready for your culinary adventures. The patio is adorned with luxurious furniture, including a generously sized dining table, perfect for alfresco family meals. Also situated on the patio is a strategically positioned, high-end hot tub, inviting you to unwind while taking in the breathtaking views.

The upper level continues to impress with a selection of four bedrooms. Room four is perfect for the young ones, featuring twin-over-twin log-style bunk beds, a 50" HDTV, and an Xbox for endless fun. Bedroom five offers a queen bed and a 50" HDTV, while bedroom six houses a full bed and another 50" HDTV.

Bedroom seven transforms into a private game room and wet bar, offering a twin-over-full futon bunk bed, 4K HDTV, bumper pool table, wall-sized Scrabble, and a variety of other games.

Adding to the excitement, a top-of-the-line foosball table awaits in the breezeway, ready to spark family competition. Then, after a day of play, retreat to the outdoor hot tub for a soothing soak under the stars or enjoy the private sledding hill come winter.

At The Hidden Estate, cherished memories are waiting to be made.

Note: We recommend you book your preferred dates well in advance as our home stays well booked through the seasons.

Location Description:
The Hidden Estate boasts a prime location in the Fox Farm area of Big Bear Lake, putting you within easy reach of the area's best attractions.

Distance to key places:
- Lake: 0.8 miles
- Nearest boat ramp: 1.4 miles
- Snow Summit: 1.5 miles
- Bear Mountain: 2.6 miles
- Grocery Stores: 0.8 miles
- Closest dining: 0.8 miles

Immerse yourself in the Big Bear experience. This haven for outdoor enthusiasts offers a myriad of activities that change with the seasons.

When winter dusts the landscape with fresh snow, engage in thrilling activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and tubing.

Summer shifts the playground to the lake, where water sports abound, and the trails, are perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Golf enthusiasts won't be left out, with courses available to test your skills.

Big Bear Lake is your year-round ticket to adventure and fun.

Guests' Rules

Welcome to the Guests' Rules for The Hidden Estate. Our aim is to maintain a harmonious environment that aligns with local Code Compliance and respects the comfort of all guests. As part of this effort, we've established some friendly but firm and inflexible house guidelines.

1. Maximum Occupancy: 16 guests (12 adults max). Exceeding the limit may result in fines of up to $1,000.

2. Parking: Space for 5 vehicles, including garage access. Exceeding the limit may result in fines of up to $1,000.

3. Pets: Pets allowed (max: 2 pets)
Pets require pre-approval: Post-approval, a $125 fee per pet applies (charged post-booking).
Unapproved Pets: incur a minimum of a $1,000 fine.
Pet Guidelines:

Kennel pets when unattended.
Keep off furniture/beds.
Clean up after them.
Charges apply for pet damages.

4. Check-In: Conducted at The Village Office for a warm welcome and local code compliance.

5. Noise: Quiet hours from 9 pm to 8 am. You are not allowed to be outside, in a hot tub, play music or create any noise from inside of the residence that could be heard outside of the home. If these rules are violated, Code Enforcement could impose fines of up to $1,000 or eviction. (We have no control over Code Enforcement's decisions.)

6. Air Conditioning: Yes there's central A/C

7. Ants: Sometimes our ants can be a bit over-friendly. To keep these small visitors at bay, we suggest promptly cleaning up right after each meal and don't leave food out. (We do use ant bait & ant traps… and the ants tend to look at those as snacks.)

8. Trash: You are mandated by ordinance to dispose of your trash at the designated trash site. If you require assistance, we can arrange a pick-up service for a nominal fee.

9. Video Surveillance & Noise Monitors: We employ external video surveillance and noise monitors at most of our properties. (We do not have video or audio monitoring inside of the residences.)

10. No Smoking/Vaping: We have a very strict No Smoking and/ or No Vaping policy on the grounds of all of our properties.
* If any guest smokes or vapes on the premises during their stay, a minimum cleaning fee of $750 will be charged automatically to the Credit Card on file to cover the cost of carpets cleaning, dry cleaning of all bedspreads, curtains, etc. And the security deposit will be forfeited.

11. Age: Minimum booking age is 24.

12. Parties: No parties allowed; parties will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of the security deposit. Additional cleaning fees may apply.

13. Communication: For questions or concerns, we're available via phone or email.

* Note: Code Compliance enforces all of the ordinances in Big Bear Lake. We have no control over the decisions they make, up to and including fines and evictions.

* Note: Any eviction will result in the loss of your security deposit and you will not be entitled to a refund.

Note: Based upon availability and to provide flexibility for our guests, we offer early check-in and late check-out options. There is a fee associated with this service. If you'd like to check in before the usual time, please inquire with front desk, as well for late check-out.

Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any queries or concerns; we're just a phone call or an email away.

For a comprehensive understanding, we encourage all guests to review the Terms & Conditions, Check-In and Check-Out procedures, and Guest Policies.

These guidelines are designed to ensure a smooth stay and protect the appeal and integrity of our homes.

By adhering to these, you're helping us maintain a peaceful and enjoyable environment for all.

Thank you for choosing SoCal Vacations as your Big Bear rental partner.

* IDs will be requested for verification after booking.

City of Big Bear Lake STR Permit
VRR-2023-0432

Property manager

SoCal Vacations

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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-2022-0457

Property is also known as

501723

About the neighborhood

Big Bear Lake

This vacation home is located in Fox Farm, a neighborhood in Big Bear Lake, and is in the mountains and on a lake. Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Traveling with kids? Consider Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.

What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 4 min drive
  • The Village - 4 min drive
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • Big Bear Marina - 5 min drive
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games. located?

This family-friendly Big Bear Lake vacation home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lakeview Shopping Center and Interlaken Shopping Center. Eagle Point and Big Bear Lake are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Hidden Estate -7 Bedroom Home. 1 1/2 acre For Kids to Enjoy. Hot Tub, AC and Lots of Games. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
The house was wonderful to stay at. We all had our own spaces and there was plenty to do and a lot of room to store our food and belongings. The only difficult part about staying at this property is you have to check in by 5:30 pm and you have to have a four-day stay. We had to rush up the mountain as soon as the kids got out of school to make it. This may our travels a bit stressful. However, once we got there it was quiet, but close enough to town to be able to do whatever we wanted. We also had to haul our trash, as there is no trash service. So if you stay here, be prepared to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anahit D.

Constructive feedback
Hello, overall everything was great, however we would recommend the sofas (in the living room and in the small room) to be changed as they were both very dirty and old. We have stayed at this house many times in the passed 7 years and the furniture has been the same. We hope to be back but to a cleaner sofas. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila C.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Ski trip
We loved this comfortable and spacious house with a wonderfully stocked kitchen. The kids loved the hot tub, scrabble wall, fooseball table and pool table. We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V., El Cajon, Ca. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, great house.
Stayed with a few friends for a golf weekend/getaway. Perfect house for that. Lots of rooms so nobody sleeps on the couch. House was clean, had everything we could have needed, and I have zero complaints about the house. Only minor gripe would be that the check-in process requires you go to their office in downtown and fill out all the same paperwork you already did online. It's inconvenient, but the people are super nice and were great with co-ordinating around our plans to make it work. We look forward to returning here one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better in person, such an amazing house perfect for a large group :)
This property was everything we had hoped and wished for! It looked even better in person than it did online. The management was super easy to contact and very responsive. The home was beautiful, clean, updated and had all of the amenities needed for a fun weekend getaway. We had a large group and everyone was comfortably accommodated. Highly recommend and would totally stay here again! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at Hidden Estate
The house was amazing. Perfect location. Plenty of room. Lots of activities for the family to enjoy. The scenery outside was beautiful. Would highly recommend for any large groups. Thank you so much for an amazing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
This was a perfect house for our girls weekend. The house was very clean and nicely decorated. The property manager was quick to reply to our texts. The only thing that we were disappointed with was that the amenities had air conditioning listed but it was not central air, rather a few free standing air conditioning machines. It took awhile to cool such a big house on a hot weekend. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Munkhsuren N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Awesome! Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect space for our long weekend!
We brought a group of friends up for a 40th birthday party. It was a wonderful house, exactly as pictured. The layout was excellent for a large group as there were plenty of spaces for small groups to gather as well as the whole group to be together for meals or games.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Demetric F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Everything was as stated , only problem wifi is terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Jamie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unfortunate issue NO HOT WATER for 26 hours.
My family & I have a winter family trip to Big Bear yearly. This year we stood at the Hidden Estate and found the house to be beautiful & just like the pictures. It was a great fit for a large family of 16. The morning of check in we were expecting to receive the address “shortly” as told in a text message with Wow Rentals instead I had to contact them again late afternoon to receive the address which delayed our check in time from 4pm to 5:30pm. On our second day I had asked to receive more supplies for the house and took hours to get a response. Needless to say they are not great at communicating when though they say to contact them for any needs. Later on our second night after 8pm as our kids were in the middle of their shower the water to the showers SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. I contacted Wow Rentals and their response was “given its Big Bear and the weekend we will see what we can do, we will send someone out tomorrow morning”. We were WITHOUT RUNNING HOT WATER for 26 hours. In this timeframe they sent out 2 plumbers to see what the issue was however the concern of Wow Rentals was poor. They NEVER checked on us, showed any empathy for this huge inconvenience, and when I contacted them for updates they could only say “given it Big Bear and the weekend we are trying our best”. Our plans were ruined for those 26 hours as we couldn’t have our kids in the snow all day not knowing we would be able to shower them in hot water. We weren’t told if it could be fixed within a timeframe. No one even told us when the plumbers were there fixing the problem as the issue was located on the side of the house. It was to our surprise that at one point the water issue was fixed and we had running hot water for our last 12 hours at that house. Their response at the end was it happened because there was too many people using water at once, as it was our fault. That is the most ridiculous reasoning for that issue. How is a house that can accommodates 16 people but can’t handle all their 4 showers to be used at the same time. Overall Wow Rentals is NOT a great company to deal with in any situation when it comes to problems with the property. I understand we as customers sign a contract however RUNNING HOT WATER is not an amenity it’s a NECESSITY especially in winter. The amount of inconsideration, lack of empathy, and ignorance with this situation will keep us from ever dealing with houses that Wow Rentals manages.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Katie D., San Juan Capistrano, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large groups needing many rooms & outdoor fun
Overall, the house was great and exactly what we needed for our large group in the way of bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, parking and living space. The highlight of this property (during snow months) is the private sledding hill - our group of all ages from infants to 70 year olds had a blast leveraging the outdoor areas of this property. Unfortunately, we had a few issues which hinder a 5-star review: 1) dishwasher broken and unable to be fixed by property management, 2) house alarm beeping loudly every few minutes throughout the house and unable to be fixed by property management, 3) no dish towels, and when we asked for these to be delivered since we were without a dishwasher, they delivered ONE dish towel, 4) issues with many of the TVs and the remotes working, 5) some areas of the house not cleaned (hair on shower walls upon arrival, cobwebs, etc.). So, all of these issues are easily addressable by property management. The house itself is great. Another recommendation would be to add a second refrigerator in the garage given the size of this house and average number of guests per stay. We would stay here again if we the issues mentioned above were addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The property was everything described. The kids spent all day sledding in the back yard and then relaxed watching movies in the movie room. Great time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!! Will be back!
My family and I had a great time! Everything was updated/clean and it was such a cozy home. We have young kids, so having the private sledding hill really made our trip. We definitely will be back next year!! Just a note, being a larger home the temperature wasn’t consistent across some of the bedrooms, some colder or too hot. Also we stayed in the master room which was a comfortable bed & accommodations but my family did make comments that some of the guest beds were uncomfortable. Other than that, everything was perfect! Great stay and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenton N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fun
Love the house great experience very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marco M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family location
Great property, family friendly, clean and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

michele w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving with Family
Amazon
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daisy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
In love
Absolutely amazing everything was great. Super spacious beautiful views. We’re definitely coming back in the winter. Thank you again. <3
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun getaway!!
We were so happy with our stay! Check in process was easy! The home was just as advertised! It was a beautiful property and my family felt at home here! There was a Lot of space, and the house was clean! The house had everything we needed including soft twelve, well stocked kitchen supplies and lots of entertainment! There were books, games, and movies to keep the kids busy! We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelby D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and lots of space
It was a great home and sufficiently suited all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
As advertised and very family friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vincent A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property. Private hill was perfect for our kids.
Great job.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Dale C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter stay
Overall the property was nice. The hot tub didn’t work and the property management company was accommodating. The hot tub is outside, not inside as seen in the pictures. A couple of The beds were uncomfortable, but overall we did enjoy the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deanne P., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Big Bear
We had a large group for Christmas week at big bear and the hidden estate was a wonderful home away from home. Great gathering rooms warm and functional. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Raelyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
Check in was extremely easy. House was extremely accommodating. Very very clean. Perfect for a large family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019