Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
60 min drive
Room options
About the area
Big Bear City
Peter Pan stay.Your stay at this Peter Pan cottage places you within 2 miles (3 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).
Community Arts Theater Society - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Big Bear Discovery Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
Snow Summit - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Bear Mountain Express Lift - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
The Village - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
Getting around
San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Kallans Bar And Grill - 7 min drive
Mountain Munchies - 5 min drive
Maggio's Pizza - 5 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.
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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 available
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01048
Reviews
Hot Tub!! "Cottage Sleeps 6” Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
McKinley, Chico, CA
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
McKinley
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna W.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
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!
William
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Annie Q.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Annie Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
KRISTIN R.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
KRISTIN R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary L.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Anniversary Trip
The property was perfect, it had everything we needed!
Great location out of the main area, easy to get to and plenty of parking. Amenities were perfect, and condition of house was great!
ABDEL
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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!
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
alexandra a.
Dec 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
alexandra a.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Therese B.
Oct 8, 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.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jorge R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly T.
Jul 31, 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.
Jul 21, 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.
May 15, 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.
Feb 20, 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.
Dec 27, 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.
Nov 14, 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.
Nov 6, 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.
Oct 30, 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.
Aug 15, 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.
Jul 29, 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.
Feb 26, 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!