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Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6”

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Nestled near Big Bear lake and the San Bernardino National Forest, Gentle Squirrel offers a cozy retreat. Unwind by the wood fireplace or outdoor gas fire pit, and enjoy smart TV's for entertainment. With fast WiFi and a grill to savor your favorite meals.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6128 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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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 amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

About the area

Map
Big Bear, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Community Arts Theater Society - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Snow Summit - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • The Village - 9 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kallans Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee’s | IHOP - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬5 min drive

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.

How much is parking at Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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).

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Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

McKinley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Gentle Squirrel is a great place to stay! Super relaxing, close to everything yet not in the middle of it all, the amenities were spot on, and space is extremely comfortable. Our family loved it and will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer stay

My family and I had a wonderful time this summer when staying here. We had lots of fun we even contemplated the possibility of staying another day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Anniversary Trip

The property was perfect, it had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ABDEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location out of the main area, easy to get to and plenty of parking. Amenities were perfect, and condition of house was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Gentle Squirrel was the perfect place for our weekend stay for a friends’s wedding nearby. It had everything we needed. The backyard is a nice place to relax and have your morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was impeccably clean, well-maintained, and perfectly situated in a peaceful, cozy location. The jacuzzi worked flawlessly, offering the perfect spot to unwind and relax. Sleeping here was a real pleasure — a comfortable bed, fresh air, and complete quiet created the ideal atmosphere for rest. Every detail in the house was thoughtfully arranged, making the stay feel warm, welcoming, and truly special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Great cabin. Clean and just as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was great. The wife and I now live in Havasu and it’s always HOT! A peaceful few days in the mountains in this cozy cabin was just what the doctor ordered. The fireplace was great! It had a full kitchen complete with any pots and pans you may need. The washer and dryer on site was a nice touch, The WiFi was easy to use. We loved the front porch and the backyard is amazing! It had a gas grill that we didn’t mange to use, a propane fire pit, nice lights, and the hot tub! The owner was also very easy to reach and communicate with! I would definitely stay here again!
Propane fire pit in the backyard
Nice fireplace in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great stay

Great property to stay at! Will be back again. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Great house with endless possibilities to rest !! we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexandra a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas fun!

We had everything we needed to have a great family getaway. Jacuzzi for downtime , the village for dinner and a beautiful neighborhood to relax. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Everything was perfect! My wish is give to them ten stars, because I got quiet place, cleaned, Darma was kind, attentive, the description of they place was exactly was expected. My family and I come back on summer per sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Close to the lake very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Selena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elliott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect (1/2 mile from my best friend who lives in BB and who's birthday we were celebrating! We took advantage of all of the amenities; fire pit, hot tub, corn hole. The cabin was cozy and comfortable. We just had 3 of us staying there, but could very comfortably accommodate several more. The bed I slept in was very comfy. We cooked dinner both nights. The kitchen is roomy and had the basic cookware, but bring your own foil/tupperware for leftovers. Luckily my friend went to her house and came back with some items that we didn't think to bring (also spices other than salt/pepper). The owner, Dayma, was very communicative and accommodating. We hope we are able to book again for our next trip up the mtn!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gentle Squirrel 5 star

Stay was amazing. Clean, just as advertised and fun for our little girls 5th bday. Well be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

alexandra a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024