San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Kallans Bar and Grill Sugarloaf - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Maggio's Pizza - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Carl's Jr. - 7 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.
Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6”
Welcome to our Big Bear home away from home. GENTLE SQUIRREL is a beautiful cottage getaway nestled 10 minutes from The Village and Ski resorts. Surrounded by nature, the San Bernardino National Forest and Big Bear lake just minutes away. Gentle Squirrel is the perfect getaway loaded with amenities to keep you entertained after a long day. Gentle Squirrel provides fast Wifi, smart TV's, spa, wood fireplace, outdoor gas fire pit and grill. The entire property is just waiting for you.
Property manager
Dayma Roberts
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Spa tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a zoo
On a lake
Things to do
Motor boating nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,375 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 CESTRP-2020-01048
Frequently asked questions
Is Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” located?
Located in Peter Pan, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Bear Lake and Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve. Community Arts Theater Society and Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50 are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Therese B.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Cabin
I had a wonderful, relaxing stay. This cabin is very roomy and very clean with so many amenities.
From check in to check out everything was handled very professionally by the host that I felt so comfortable staying here by myself. It felt as if I was staying at a friends house.
I recommend couples or families to stay here also as there is plenty of room with lounging areas for everyone. I was impressed by all the kitchen supplies that made it so easy to cook all my meals here.
I will certainly be back.
Therese B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jorge R.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jorge R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly T.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Great cabin. Clean and just as advertised.
Kelly T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael J.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay
Great property to stay at! Will be back again. Thank you!!!
Michael J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carmen
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Our host was available and answered our chat quickly. They even sent someone to fix our TV
Carmen
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanie K.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Great house with endless possibilities to rest !!
we loved it.
Joanie K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica W.
20 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Snowboarding trip
Great cabin! Kids had a blast. Super cute space! Hot tub was awesome, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was big and easy to find everything.
Jessica W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
alexandra a.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of peace
My family had everything we needed for our cozy stay at gentle squirrel. The jacuzzi was a perfect way to end every night. The bon fire to make s’mores was quaint and lovely. The communication with the property manager was excellent. We spent our entire Christmas here. He loved it! Perfect for a family of four.
My family and I really enjoyed our weekend at this very lovely home. The property was clean, spacious and had all the modern amenities to make our stay very comfortable. The jacuzzi also looked warm and inviting, but sadly we forgot our swimsuit and couldn’t use it. Oh well hopefully on our next visit!
The place is centrally located in a nice, quiet neighborhood, near grocery stores, shops and restaurants.
I like to add that our host Dayma was wonderful. She was very kind and sweet, communicated well, but was not intrusive at all.
I highly recommend this place, and hope to be back again soon! Thank you
Michiko
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael T.
14 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay with incredible owners!
We chose this house based on a quick search and hoped for the best. We were so unbelievably lucky to have stumbled upon this house! The location is amazing and within a short driving distance of big bear and its surroundings. Our kids loved the backyard and fire pit and even enjoyed the hot tub during the cold winter nights! The host was so helpful and checked in one time on our first night and again the night before and wasn’t over bearing or made us feel uncomfortable by constantly checking in but in the same breathe when we did need assistance they got back to us with an answer immediately. I wish there was more then just 5 stars because this owner deserves it the house is beautifully maintained and so homey and we will make this a tradition every year!
Michael T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cody B.
6 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gentle Squirrel 5 star
Stay was amazing. Clean, just as advertised and fun for our little girls 5th bday. Well be back.
Cody B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole C.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Close to the lake very quiet and relaxing
Nicole C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Toni H.
15 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Meteor shower
Came up to night sky for star viewing on east end. So clean and comfy beds! Host was attentive and helpful. Very peaceful property.
Toni H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Vacation
Gentle Squirrel was so pleasant. Very clean, great extras: the hot tub, outdoor grill, WiFi, NetFlix access, etc. We were really looking for a place to feel like we were just lounging at home without the stress of knowing there were regular home owner responsibilities to attend to and it was definitely that! The kitchen was perfect for making meals and eating family style. We ate in more on vacation than we do regularly!! The location is close enough to town for runs to the grocery store or activities. Hosts were great communicators, even with recommendations for relaxing beach spots. I will definitely seek to stay here again next time I head to Big Bear.
Angela S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Selena R.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house
Loved the property ! They had all the toys my kids needed to play! My daughter birthday day was amazing they understood guests were coming for the day!
Selena R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew M., Trona. Ca.
16 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy.
This was our second stay at the property. The house was spotless, cozy and comfortable. Our host Dayma was eager to please and even had the porch stocked with firewood. The new hot tub is beautiful, but due the weather we skipped using it this trip. We will definitely rent again. Thank you Dayma
Matthew M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne R.
16 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Big Bear
Our stay at gentle squirrel was awesome! As some of the first renters of this VRBO we found everything in working order and it was just right in terms of location to the lake, hiking and town. Would absolutely stay here again!
Suzanne R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew M., Trona. Ca.
12 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet
Dayma is a wonderful host. From the very moment we booked the property she was in communication with us. The property was well maintained and very clean. The neighborhood was quiet and the neighbors were very friendly. The completely fenced yard was wonderful for our dog daughter, She loved it. We will definitely be coming back.
Matthew M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer T.
7 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Just What We Wanted
This house was just perfect for our quick weekend away! Everything was great and the house and surrounding property were very clean and well maintained. The location was great as we didn’t want to stay “in town”. We hope to book again in the future!
Jennifer T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elliott H.
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time!
Girlfriend and I had a great stay, back patio has room for the dog to play. The hot tub was nice under the stars and the fire pit was gas powered, so no permit required and no restriction to use. The place had plenty of games and corn hole which was also nice.
Elliott H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Liliana R.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home!
Had an amazing time staying here with my family. Very clean, lots of essentials where provided. Nice and private backyard. The hot tub was very relaxing. My kids are already asking when will we return. Will definitely book again!