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Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

Nestled in the pines, Rutter Family Retreat Big Bear offers a cozy atmosphere and great location for your next family vacation or getaway with friends. Enjoy a movie night by the fireplace, cook up a storm in the equipped kitchen, and relax on the massive sun deck surrounded by tall pines and oak trees.

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1555 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Pet friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage

Rutter Family Retreat Big Bear- Relaxing Sugarloaf Cottage

Welcome to Rutter Family Retreat! A relaxing and cozy single-story home nestled in the pines and packed with essentials and comforts from home to provide the perfect setting for a family vacation or getaway with friends to the mountains. Located just ten minutes by car to the ski resorts, grocery stores, lake activities, and the Village shops, this adorable retreat offers a great location no matter the season you choose to visit.

Boasting three spacious sleeping quarters when you are ready for a great night of rest including a primary suite and additional guest bath, there is plenty of room for each member of your party to find serenity and peace here. Snuggle up on the comfy couch together and warm your toes in front of the fire as you pop on a movie and watch the snow falling outside. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining and leads right to the equipped kitchen and dining area, complete with cookware, utensils, and general appliances for your home cooked meals.

Step outside from the patio slider off the bedroom where you can be at one with nature in this ultra relaxing alpine environment with a massive, wrapped sun deck for your enjoyment including patio furnishings and a propane BBQ grill. You will love unwinding here in the evenings as you look for shooting stars and relax after a fun day out on the mountain. Backed to the national forest and surrounded by tall pines and oak trees, this property offers access to local hiking trails yet is just ten minutes to the downtown area making this the ultimate location for any occasion. Come experience your new home away from home here at Rutter Family Retreat today!

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Private Full Bath
Bedroom 2: Full/Full Bunk + Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

Bathroom Arrangements:
Private Full Bath - Bedroom 1
Hallway Full Bath

-Sleeps 8
-3 Car Driveway Parking
-3 Pets Welcome w/ Additional Fees
-1,555 Square Feet
County Permit #: CESTRP-2024-00727

Property amenities

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

In a rural location
In a village
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake

Things to do

Optional golf privileges
Ski lift privileges
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,555 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

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

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

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 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 CESTRP-2024-00727

Property is also known as

868053

About the neighborhood

Sugarloaf, CA

What's nearby

Bear Mountain Golf Course - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles
Big Bear Alpine Zoo - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles
Bear Mountain Express Lift - 11 min drive - 2.4 miles
Snow Summit - 14 min drive - 3.7 miles
The Village - 16 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bear Mountain Ski Resort - ‬10 min drive
‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
‪Kallans Bar And Grill - ‬19 min walk
‪Cocina de mexico - ‬9 min drive
‪Moonridge Coffee Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage on Nov 3, 2025 start from $182.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Rutter Family Retreat - Big Bear Cozy Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Sugarloaf, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Gold Mountain Memorial Park, Green Spot Picnic Area, and Green Canyon Group Camp. Community Arts Theater Society and United States Adaptive Recreation Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).