Sitting on the deck the view of the treetops & mountains is magical. The name Whispering Pines came about from the sounds the trees make as the breeze flows through them. From the top deck, you can see the mountains, & the color of the ridge changes during different times of the day.
It’s so relaxing to sit with a glass of wine or cup of coffee & just stare into it like a painting. From the lower deck, it’s the perfect place to be able to work remotely with the beautiful scenery around you. From the large newly remodeled light & bright kitchen the sliding door opens to the same views. There is a large gathering area & a fireplace in the same space creating that highly sought after open concept feeling where friends & family can gather while creating a gourmet meal. The sleeping spaces are spacious with comfy beds - combined with peace it’s perfect for catching up & regenerating away from the hustle & bustle of daily life. The bunk bedroom has its TV. The Master Suite with a size bed, Smart TV, & full bathroom is Downstairs offering privacy. The game room/second living area provides great options. There is an authentic full-length wooden shuffleboard, along with an incredibly large Smart TV, or you can enjoy your favorite book in the oversized chair by the fireplace. This is a great space to reconnect with family & friends while having your own space to retreat to & find solitude.
This property has a security camera at the front of the house that gives an overview of the parking space & another one at the back that gives an overview of the backyard.
Guests have access to the entire house & outside spaces. Access is a “no step” entry with the kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, & a large deck with a BBQ on the main level.
About the Area:
Big Bear Lake is a public lake & friendly to all types of boats & water sports & is the largest lake of the three. There is a short paved bike & walking trail that goes along the lake. Big Bear is a City & is more populated with stores, restaurants, & nightlife than the other two locations. It has more of a “desert” feel in terms of its topography. Big Bear is 26 miles up the mountain from Lake Arrowhead, Although none of our properties are in Big Bear, we recommend it for a day trip.
Lake Arrowhead, Lake Gregory, & Big Bear Lake are recreational lakes in the Southern California San Bernardino mountains. They offer fresh crisp air, cooler weather (10-15 degrees) in the summer, & snow in the winter. They also offer a more relaxed & low-key energy “vibe” making them ideal locations for getaways to renew the mind, spirit, & body & to reconnect with family & friends.
We answer frequent questions regarding the lakes & have put together some information below on what makes each location unique so it is easier to match with your specific goals for your time away. Upon booking one of our properties, you will receive more detailed information on how you can spend your time in the area.
Lake Arrowhead is a private lake & is accessible to guests staying at properties with lake rights if the owners have permitted guests to use their ALA (Arrowhead Lake Association) passes. If this is the case, the Amenity “lake access” will be checked on the listing. In our list of properties, the Gingerbread Cottage is providing lake access. With lake access, specifically, the lake trail is accessible. There is a $10 per person per day fee that is required to be paid to receive a wristband for access. More information can be found on the ALA website. Swimming is allowed from the lake trail at any location except the beach clubs (these are restricted to owners). There is no ability to launch boats or SUPs on the lake. The Village is lakefront & is the main area for shops & restaurants & has a fitness center as well. The Queen boat is a tour boat on Lake Arrowhead that provides much of the history of the town - tickets can be purchased at the shop by the lake. There is a local company that offers water skiing lessons boat tours & rentals. This area has more of a small town & alpine feel to it. The Villas area (south side of the lake) in Lake Arrowhead is cooler & gets more snow that lasts longer than the north side of the lake which gets more sun in the winterand is hotter in the summer. The Villas area is an older area with older homesand is a local attraction as well as Snow Valley for skiing for both Lake Arrowhead & Lake Gregory. Lake Arrowhead is 15 minutes up the mountain from Lake Gregory.
Lake Gregory is a public lake in the town of Crestline, a small town about 20 minutes from the base of the mountain of San Bernardino. It is the closest mountain town to events & locations “down the hill”. In the past few years, the lake operations have become privately managed with significant improvements being done at the lake including the development of a water park, beach improvements, & boat, kayak, & canoe rentals. There is a fee to access the beach area & the water park & no fee to access the 2 1/2 mile trail around the lake. Fishing is allowed & more info can be found on the Lake Gregory website. Crestline has a small-town alpine feel with the lake nestled amongst the tall trees. Crestline gets less snow than the other 2 lake locations. The quaint town has restaurants, coffee shops, & thrift stores.
Twin Peaks/Blue Jay sits in between Crestline & Lake Arrowhead & is convenient to both lakes. It has its restaurants, shops, & thrift stores. It is famous for its outdoor farmer’s market on Thursday afternoons (seasonal).
To make this property affordable and reasonable for couples there is an extra guest fee of $12 after 2 people.
The age minimum is 25 (families with kids welcome).
Lake Arrowhead is a private lake. Not all owners provide lake passes for guests. Access is provided to the lake trail. Swimming and fishing are allowed from the trail.
For 28+ night stays, please inquire first (not instant book); the following deposits apply:
Refundable damage deposit is $100
Refundable cleaning deposit is $350
Note: The cleaning fee for 28+night stays is higher than the short-term cleaning fee in the listing.
For stays 28 nights or longer, the cleaning fee is $265. The difference between this fee and the initial cleaning fee paid upon booking will be collected along with the deposits before check-in.
Immediately after booking you will receive our short rental agreement to review and accept.
PETS: We are happy to announce our Happy Paws Community Program to help local animal shelters re-home and save the lives of animals.
We donate 25% of pet fees to a local shelter/animal rescue. We are also launching our Happy Paws promotion for pet parents who help us get the word out about the program.
To participate, follow the wick and easy steps in the guidebook under “Pet Parents” to post a picture of you and your furry family member. The picture must be posted before check-out and make sure to tag us. The refund will be provided back to you within 5 days of check-out.
The Short Term Pet discounted fee for non-shedding dogs is $25 per night per pet If your dog is on the list we will need a picture of you and your pet(s) (together) submitted prior to check-in day.
The Short Term regular Pet fee for other dogs or approved pets is $50 per night per pet.
The Long Term Pet fee (28+ nights or longer) is $150 per dog per month. For non-shedding pets on the list the monthly fee is $95 per month.
There is a refundable pet deposit if more than 2 approved pets of $500.
Here are the list of non-shedding dogs:
Affenpinscher
Afghan Hound
Airedale Terrier
American Hairless Terrier
Australian Cobberdog
Australian Silky Terrier
Basenji
Beagle
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise
Bolognese
Border Terrier
Boxer
Brussels Griffon
Cairn Terrier
Chinese Crested
Coton de Tulear
Dachshund
French Bulldog
Giant Schnauzer
Hairless Terrier
Highland Terrier
Irish Terrier
Irish Water Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Kerry Blue Terrier
Komondor
Lagotto Romagnolo
Lakeland Terrier
Lhasa Apso
Löwchen
Maltese
Maltese Shih Tzu
Miniature Schnauzer
Poodle Mix
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Saluki
Scottish Terrier
Shih Tzu
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Welsh Terrier
Whippet
Xoloitzcuintli
Yorkshire Terrier