There's a particular kind of quiet that settles over the south side of Big Bear Lake — pine-shaded streets, tall trees, and alpine air that does something to your shoulders the moment you step out of the car. Pinecrest Lodge sits right in that pocket, a roomy mountain home built for the kind of group trip where everyone gets their own corner and the whole crew still ends up in the kitchen. Snow Summit is about a mile up the road, close enough to chase first chair on a powder morning, and Bear Mountain rounds out the runs a short drive beyond. When the day calls for water or a wander through town, the marinas, restaurants, and shops of The Village are roughly five minutes off. Inside, the home opens up around vaulted wood ceilings and tall mountain windows that pull daylight deep into the living space. The open-concept layout runs from a comfortable lounge to a dining table for six and a fully equipped kitchen stocked for group cooking — chili nights after the slopes, slow Sunday breakfasts, whatever the day turns into. When the mood turns competitive, a foosball table and arcade game keep things going indoors, and a basketball hoop out front handles the extra energy on snow days. Out back, the mountain takes over. Fire up the BBQ and gather at the outdoor dining area for easy meals under the pines, with that crisp Big Bear air handling the ambience. The sleeping setup flexes for families, multi-gen groups, and friend trips alike, with room for up to 10. The primary suite pairs a king with a twin and an ensuite bath with a soaking tub and walk-in shower, while a queen bedroom and roomy bunk rooms give you space to mix and match however the group sorts itself out. Down the hill, Big Bear Lake itself opens up: boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing all through the summer. Come winter, the trails turn to snow and the resorts fill in — Snow Summit and Bear Mountain both welcome skiers and snowboarders across every level. Warmer months bring hiking, mountain biking, and slow afternoons drifting between The Village's coffee shops, boutiques, and patios. Whatever the season, Pinecrest Lodge is a roomy, easygoing base camp with the best of Big Bear just beyond the door. AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. Big Bear Lake offers skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and tubing. In the summer, visitors love to play water sports, horseback rides, golf, hiking, and mountain biking. Head to Big Bear when you need a healthy dose of fresh air, exercise, and rejuvenation. Nearby Attractions: Bear Mountain Ski Resort and Golf Course, Snow Summit Ski Resort, Grizzly Manor Cafe, Dank Donuts, Big Bear Lake Brewing Company, Tropicali, Big Bear Alpine Zoo, Castle Rock, Boulder Bay Park, Big Bear Marina, Big Bear Discovery Center, Alpine Pedal Path. Home Truths: - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. - Guests are responsible for disposing of trash at the local dumpsite in accordance with the City of Big Bear policy. Charges may apply if left on the property. Parking Details: - Please make sure you park only in the designated property parking locations. If your home offers street parking, please make sure you read all posted signage. This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs. As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation. Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees. There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions. As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards. IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit. We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.