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Ursa Minor• Charming• Central

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Close to The Village, Ursa Minor• Charming• Central has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Ursa Minor• Charming• Central

Summary:
Welcome to Ursa Minor. Surrounded by mature towering pines, Ursa Minor (Little Bear) is a slice of serenity for your getaway. Located in a cozy neighborhood in Big Bear Lake. Deck views of the surrounding area.
-Sleeps 4
-Wood burning fireplace
-Full kitchen with oven, fridge and microwave
-Wall heater
-Ev Charger (bring your own cords)
-Propane fire pit

The Space:
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The Home- 660 square feet of cozy mountain vibes. Wood like waterproofing floors throughout. Vaulted ceilings help the Ursa Minor feel more spacious. Wood burning fireplace for warm winter nights.

Bedroom 1-Queen sized bed, nightstands, closet, arm chair, and dresser.

Bedroom 2- Queen sized bed, nightstands, electric fireplace, closet.

We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cotton rounds, q tips, and floss picks. We do provide limited hand towels and wash cloths. 4 bath towels are provided. (Not for lake use, please bring extra for lake.)

Bathroom 1- Tiled Shower/tub with single vanity.

Kitchen- Visible from living and dining areas. Full-sized fridge, gas stove, and 4 burner range to help you create wonderful meals. If you prefer take-out no worries! Fully stocked with all utensils, dishware, and cookware. A starter pack of paper towels, and trash bags are provided. Along with dish soap, coffee grounds, and sugar.

Coffee set up- 12 cup drip & Keurig to start your day right.

Dining- Located in view of kitchen with table for 4 and 3 bar stools at the bar.

Living room- Large sofa, 2 arm-chairs, wood burning fireplace, record player, and a small collection of records, smart tv to stream your favorite apps.

Fireplace- Natural wood burning fireplace. We do not provide wood. It can be purchased and delivered to the home on our guest portal. Many local stores also have an assortment of wood.

Parking- Asphalt tandem parking for max 2 vehicles. You may need AWD, 4x4, and chains in winter months due to being in a high snow area of town. There is an incline in the driveway.

Ev- Charger available for no extra charge. We do not provide any type of cords, or adaptors. Universal 220v.

Deck- Perfect for watching the beautiful Big Bear sunsets. Propane firepit & grill. We replace tanks once a week. If needing to be swapped, send us a picture of the itemized receipt. You'll be reimbursed.

Pets- We do not allow pets. If you have a service animal, it must be declared upon booking and proper documentation sent immediately. Otherwise, it is assumed they are pets booking would be canceled. Please understand that many claim service animals; however they are not documented.

Please make sure to read the additional rules section. We believe in setting proper expectations. Many of these rules are set by the city and enforced by their code enforcement. We are required to follow these rules as a part of our permit.

Please note- This home is a single story; however there are steps into the home/deck.

We hope you choose to join us at Ursa Minor. If there are any other questions, please reach out!

We hope we have answered all your questions. If we did not, feel free to send us a message!

Guest Access:
You have access to the entire home & property. The shed is not for guest use.

The Neighborhood:
Popular/notable locations and distances from the home in miles. Keep in mind on average our traffic is not nearly as busy. Most places on a normal day with good weather take 5-15 minutes to get to.

.3 Lakeview Market
.3 Pho Big Bear
.3 Sister My Sister Bake Shop
.4 Big Bear Mountain Brewery
.4 Azteca Grill
.4 Gold Rush Mining Company
.5 Country Kitchen
.6 Alpine Slide
.8 Clean Bear Site #2 (trash drop off site)
.9 Big Bear Marina
.9 Tea & Coffee exchange
1.0 TropiCali
1.1 Holloways Marina
1.3 Pine Knot Marina
1.4 Café Crepe
1.4 The Village (shopping and majority of restaurants)
1.5 Pleasure Point Marina
1.6 Boulder Bay Park
1.8 Savvy Bears Office (check in)
1.8 Grizzly Manor Café
2.0 Ski Beach Park (lake access playground and dog park)
2.4 Castle Rock Trail
2.8 Home Of The Hang Over
2.9 Walgreens
3.0 Snow Summit
3.0 Clean Bear Site #1 (trash drop off site)
3.2 CVS
3.4 Starbucks
3.4 Big Bear Lake Dam
3.4 Vons
3.4 Stater Bros Grocery
3.5 OJs Donuts
3.6 Moonridge Coffee Company
3.8 Alpine Zoo
3.9 Stanfield cut off (lake/beach access)
4.1 Alpine Pedal Path
4.4 East Public Launch Ramp
4.6 Big Bear Snow play
4.7 Bear Mountain Golf Course
4.8 Bear Mountain Ski
4.9 Convention Center (OktoberFest, Farmers Market, Wyatts Saloon)

Getting Around:
Ride share is not always reliable. Our local public transportation is Mountain Transit. TO look up routes please see their website. They offer a free shuttle to many locations in town. The closest location is .25 from the home.

Other Things to Note:
Please respect our neighbors. It’s a very quiet street. We know most our neighbors.

Big Bear Lake requires an additional 11% for vacation rentals. It is sent directly to the city of Big Bear Lake.

Please note in winter months: The roads are plowed regularly, but you may need 4x4 vehicle and chains. We are not responsible for any weather related travel issues.

Reminder- This is the mountains. We do our best to control what we can. We hire Terminix to spray and leave bait for pests, do our best to prevent rodents. Annual removal of weeds. Most of our homes do have sap producing trees.

Violation of the restrictions will result in eviction without refund. Any fines issued by code enforcement will be the responsibility of guest for breaking rules.

Our strict cancellation policy is still in affect. Any cancellations requesting full refund, will need to provide proper documentation to the hosting site(SavvyBears, Airbnb, Vrbo). We will NOT cancel your reservation for you.

All requests to change date, must be done a minimum of 14 days before your stay. Prices may change due to change of date.

If you instant book, you assume responsibility that all restrictions will be followed. We will not be responsible for any eviction, fine, or inconvenience due to disregarding the restrictions placed for Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City.

City of Big Bear Lake Good Neighbor Policy must be respected at all times. Please review the city rules.

Do not exceed the occupancy limit(4 guests)
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.

NO PARTIES ALLOWED.

No parking in street or yard (2 cars allowed)
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.

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 trash to dumpster locations if it does not fit in bins. Trash needs to be taken to a local dumpsite. Clean Bear
locations: 4190 Garstin Drive & 39690 Big Bear Blvd.


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 reservation holder.

Interaction with Guests:
We typically leave you to your trip. If you have questions or need assistance, please use the messaging platform. Our entire team receives these, it is the quickest way to get a response.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

Occupancy (4) and car limit (2) are set by the city. They will enforce these. If found to have more than we are licensed for, you may be fined and ...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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-2024-2868

Property is also known as

686d41e089109f0019a8f6cd

About the area

Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Snow Summit - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saucy Mama's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bear Trap - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ursa Minor• Charming• Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ursa Minor• Charming• Central?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ursa Minor• Charming• Central?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ursa Minor• Charming• Central located?

Located in Big Bear Central, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Metcalf Bay and Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain are also within 15 minutes.

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Ursa Minor• Charming• Central Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alex V.

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

Cozy Cabin

Just as it looks
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil C.

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

Great little place at a decent price

The property matched the pictures. The checkin process was smooth. Loved that there was the ability to charge my car so I didn't have to wait at the public charging stations. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin B.

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

Cozy little cabin

We loved the vintage feel of the place, nice little kitchen and comfy furniture. The only drawback was the small non-city garbage container which got filled up in short order. Also no recycling bin. We took our garbage and recycling to the Big Bear collection point, which was easy enough. We'd love to come back again. Oh, access the beds are VERY comfortable. We felt at home. We also enjoyed BOTH the Keureg and standard coffee maker, with ground coffee and filters, and Starbucks K-cups included! Thanks!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025