Dear Doria, thank you so much for making us feel so pampered and welcome at Moonlight Manor! We rarely get a chance to relax, so this trip was very important to us. We settled right in. We played pool, enjoyed cocktails out on the deck (what a view!), sat by the fire (love that fireplace in the master bedroom!) and just really enjoyed our time away from the "rat race". You have a great library of movies, which we watched every night.

Phoebe

We hiked a little bit and even found a great doggie beach, right on the lake. No leashes required. There must have been 30 dogs, playing in the water, chasing tennis balls and playing on the beach. They all got along. (They even serve cocktails while you watch the pups play! It doesn't get any better than that!!)

Thanks again for making our anniversary (and my birthday) trip so memorable! We look forward to our next visit!

Marchele, Tom & Phoebe
Review For Moonlight Manor

Our stay at Chateau Badeaux…

We wanted to treat our visiting family to something special, and Chateau Badeaux fit the bill perfectly! Everyone was so impressed with the first class accommodations – we really wished we could stay longer! The men thoroughly enjoyed the pool table, and everyone loved soaking in the hot tub on the deck. We filled the bird feeder and watched beautiful mountain birds eating breakfast in the morning, and who knew there were that many stars at night! We even saw three planets aligned which is a once in a lifetime occurrence that we would have never seen from the city. Thank you for sharing your home with our family, we’ll definitely come back some day soon!

Patty,
Aliso Viejo, CA
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Hi,

We had a great time staying in Moonlight Manor. It's a beautiful well kept cabin. It was perfect for our family. Our 2 year old & dog enjoyed roaming about the deck. The cabin was spacious and super cozy. We lit a fire every night in the bedroom & family room. The cabin was located very close to the zoo, ski resort, golf, Walgreens for necessities, and a hiking trail (2N10). We loved staying in Moonlight Manor and made our 7 year Anniversary so special! Big Bear Escapes is a great oufit too. Doria was accommodating, friendly, and gave us a basket of goodies upon our arrival. We would book Big Bear Escapes again!

Karen & Family
Yorba Linda, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

Weekend Getaway

Our spontaneous weekend getaway turned into a fun-filled family weekend retreat we will never forget! Spectacular mountain views surround this beautiful mountain home. All of the amenities you need for that comfortable home away from home feel are here in Chateau Badeaux. My four year old reported to me that the "mountain house" is her favorite. My six year old loved being so close to the snow. My husband loved sitting in the jacuzzi while enjoying the views and watching the change of colors on the mountain as the sun set. And I loved it all! The homeowner and property manager were extremely pleasant to work with and made sure we had everything we needed. We are already thinking about our next trip to Chateau Badeaux and highly recommend it to those looking for the perfect Big Bear getaway.

Melissa & Family
Orange County, Ca
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Thank you so much Doria. Everything was perfect and you paid so much attention to detail it was very refreshing. And the view from the hot tub is breathtaking.

Thank you!
Lisa
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Brion's Secret is AWESOME! Although the pictures and descriptions do a great job, they do not do it full justice. This cabin with its landscaping and views are INCREDIBLE! The view of the slopes from the BED (yes from the actual bed, not sitting up, just laying there) in the master bedroom were FANTASTIC! It was so incredible waking up to a snow covered mountain sunrise. As far as we are concerned this cabin has the best view on the mountain. We walked the neighborhood and found not one house coming close to the view that this cozy cottage offers. We went to the cabin to celebrate my girlfriends birthday with her whole family and the accommodations were fantastic. Everyone was nice and comfy with their own parts to retreat to. Also everything we needed to cook with was conveniently in the kitchen. The cabin really is remarkable, words cannot describe how wonderful it really is. We can't wait to go back! I'd like to also say that Doria truly did make this trip enjoyable and relaxing knowing she was truly available and a phone call away if needed.

Thanks again for all of your help.

Sincerely,
Marc
Review For Brions Secret

Hi Doria,

"Our whole family enjoyed Brion's Secret. Plenty of room, beautiful views and close to both Bear Mt and Snow Summit. Thanks for a fun weekend away."


Regards,
David K,
Carlsbad, CA
Review For Brions Secret

Hi Doria,

Moonlight Manor is a great place to relax with your family - there is something for everyone - a pool table for the kids, WiFi so that Dad can keep up with work emails and a fully equipped kitchen for Mom. Everyone enjoyed the hot tub and appreciated the 4-minute drive to Bear Mountain! The owner is a gracious hostess. We plan to go back!.

Thank you,
Sandy S.
Review For Moonlight Manor

Hi Doria,

Thank you for your professionalism regarding the Chateau Badeaux cabin in Big Bear Lake. You were very prompt , fair and pleasant to deal with. And by the way, thanx for the great basket of goodies you had waiting for us at the cabin ! The cabin itself was very nice , including amazing 180 degree views of Bear Mountain. I feel very comfortable referring you and the cabin to my friends.

Thanx again
Andrew V.
Review For Chateau Badeaux

What a beautiful cabin Moonlight Manor is! The views are spectacular, the hot tub relaxing and the fireplaces made everything warm and cozy. Everything we could have possibly needed was there which was great since we didn't want to leave once we got there! Surprising Mom for her 75th was a very special, once-in-a-lifetime experience for her. Doria took care of all of the details from the handwritten note welcoming us (but not ruining the surprise) to the treats (for us and Joey the Handsome Golden Retriever) and the flexibility with the timing we needed to get everyone up the mountain to surprise her. Mom wrote us all very touching touching thank you cards and I know she'll never forget her time at Moonlight Manor with family and friends!

Thanks again,
Joni.
Review For Moonlight Manor

Our family had a wonderful time at Pine Tree Lodge. It was so nice and comfortable for all of us. The area was nice and so close to the ski resorts. The cabin felt so much like home. Thank you for sharing this beautiful cabin with us. We are definitely coming back real soon.

Thank you,
Debra Herrera
Review For Pinetree Lodge

We appreciate how easy it was to rent from you, for our last-minute trip. The place is just as described by you and the website. It's great - cozy, without feeling small. The decor is warm and attractive; the shower, beds, and all fixtures were all modern; and, the proximity to skiing, restaurants and stores made it so convenient, as did the parking right out the front door. Finally, the dog extends a big thank you for the fenced-in yard he had to romp around in. He didn't want to leave!

We'll be back soon,
Claire and Chris
Review For Ridgeland Manor

Is this Big Bear or Mammoth?

Not only is Chateau Badeaux immaculate - but the little details make you feel like you are staying in a top notch mountain resort. There was an entire food basket left in the kitchen with a list of places to eat and visit in Big Bear, in the bathroom was another welcome package of toothpaste, etc. Robes were left on the bed, towels were actually soft and the extra blankets in the closets were ones I would purchase. My husband, small dog and 10 month year old baby stayed and loved every second. The house even had baby gates in the closet - this owner thought of everything. To top it all off, the view is breathtaking - too bad the slopes closed last weekend, because it would be fun to sit in the spa and look at the skiiers and mountain bikers come down the slopes. Highly recommended for those of us who are used to quality!

Stacy & Scott S.
Dana Point, CA
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

We have found the only place we will stay on our next Big Bear trip!

The accommodations and amenities are simply exceptional. The location is perfect, tucked in the trees making it feel private and cozy with incredible views, yet it was close to everything from shopping to skiing! Best of all our dog Cooper was welcome and had a great time watching the squirrels! The entire experience was wonderful and Doria was so accommodating!

Michael and Jerri Zadeik,
San Diego, CA.
Review For Moonlight Manor

Well be back for sure!

We came up during the biggest snow storm in years! it took us 10 hours to get here only the 18 from appple valley was open ,broken chains,,,,stuck cars ...finally made it ;-)we had such a blast in the 5 feet of snow...we are from sunny LA so it was great for us ! We have been coming every winter for the last 4 years and definetly the best trip we loved this cabin with its beautiful views ;-) Thank you Doria for all of her hospitality and help!!!!!

The Millers and the Cranes
Jan 2010
Review For Brions Secret

Strongly recommended!

The facility is truly outstanding and enjoyable; the furnishings provide very complete fulfillment of needs, from cooking items to recreation (pool table and scrabble). Strongly recommended!

Mary B. Ryan,
Mission Viejo, CA
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Everything I could have hoped for!
- dafrijoles Los Angeles

I visited moonlight manor for my 30th birthday. The house was completely perfect for a great getaway with friends. We BBQed on the deck, soaked in the hot tub, played pool and enjoyed the amazing collection of movies. The house is spacious, clean, charming and there was plenty of room for all of us. We spent our days hiking and kayaking on the lake.

So wonderful!!!!
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New Years Trip 2010!

Our famliy had an amazing time here at Brions Secret. We were all very comfortable and felt at home. Our childern really enjoyed playing in the snowwhile we watchewd football by the fire !

Thanks Again Doria
The Salazaro Family
Review For Brions Secret

ABSOLUTLY BEAUTIFUL!!
Kelly and Brian Camarillo

Our experience at Moonlight Manor was wonderful! We had a welcome basket waiting for us filled with candy, coffee, wine, brochures of local events and shops... You can view skiers going down the slopes of Bear Mountain, not to mention the wildlife right in your backyard. The home was exceptionally clean which is important to me. Everything was provided, all you need to bring is food and your toothbrush. After you get off the slopes or a hike you can relax in the hot tub or by the fire. We found our home away from home!!!

Thank you Doria!
Review For Moonlight Manor

Top Notch Accommodations!

We just spent the weekend at this beautiful cabin in Big Bear Lake. I highly recommend the cabin to any family/families or couples that are traveling to Big Bear for the weekend/week. The accommodations are top notch. Everything was clean, decorated nicely, newer amenities, etc. And the couch is one of the most comfortable couches I've ever sat on. It has a fireplace, jacuzzi, outdoor patio seating for breakfast, dinner, etc., pool table, washer/dryer, etc. The views were spectacular. We definitely plan on coming back during the winter time and look forward to taking in the breathtaking views of the snow covered mountains. The cabin supplied almost everything that we needed for a weekend getaway so we did not need to bring extras such as towels, coffee maker, pots, etc. They even had baby gates which came in handy with our one year old. Again, I'd highly recommend this beautiful cabin to anyone looking for top notch accommodations.

Tricia L. San Diego, California
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Our family had a GREAT week's vacation at Moonlight Manor. The views from the deck are wonderful, cabin is very relaxing, beautifully decorated, comfortable and clean. The kitchen is very well equipped. We loved the games, pool table and jacuzzi. We definitely recommend it!


Anonymous
Santa Barbara, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

Fantastic Getaway!
Jusae San Diego, CA

Wow, what an amazing time we had at this beautiful cabin. Our family always plans a yearly thanksgiving getaway and this was definitely a memorable one. The cabin was so clean and well put together. Every room was equiped with everything we needed and had ample storage space. We did not have to bring one pot, pan or cooking utensils to prepare out thanksgiving dinner, they had it all! This place hasamazing views of the mountain and we really enjoyed our late afternoons out on the deck enjoying the hot tub. The furniture was nice, new and comfy...I even asked where the owners purchased the couches so I could get them for my home. They also supplied baby gates for my 1 year old so I did not have to lug my own. Thank you so much for a lovely stay and making sure we had everything we needed before our arrival.

We hope to be back real soon.
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

Our family of five (4 adults, 1 teen) enjoyed a WONDERFUL weekend at this vacation home! To anyone looking for that very "special" cabin get-away, I highly recommend "Moonlight Manor." From the moment you arrive, vistors are welcomed with a warm, inviting atmosphere complete with sparkling lights, a personalized gift basket, and country decor. It is enough to soothe and relax ALL urban dwellers and put a smile on your face! The cabin is actually very spacious with a large master bedroom, a full kitchen, and a dining alcove to make it even more intimate in the evening. There are even a bunch of great recipe books for mediocre cooks like myself! The owners have gone out of their way to ensure that their visitors will have a comfortable stay. Our family especially loved the outdoor jacuzzi, billiard table, porch swing, and the gorgeous views to the slopes, lake, and wildlife that passed only a few feet from where we sat. We all appreciated the free access to movie channels, board games, and stereo. The town is just a short drive away with access to great hiking trails, boat rentals, and shopping centers. Most of all, the owner is determined to meet your personal needs and nterests. (Thanks again Doria! As you can tell, we truly had a wonderful mini-vacation! Hope to visit again soon!)

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Anonymous,
San Diego, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

Memorable family vacation in Big Bear home!

My family of six spent the most memorable 5 days in this lovely custom home in Big Bear Mountain. While the kids spent most of there time on the slopes, My husband and I enjoyed the fantastic views provided from this home, the spa was a big hit for us also.

The views from this house are breath taking and the sunsets are priceless.

The home is beautifully decorated with a well equipted kitchen. We found it to be extreamly clean, spacious, comfortable and relaxing with shopping and great restraurants near by.

My family and I are planning another ski trip in the next 3 months and will stay for our second time at the Chauteu Badeaux, can not wait!

Thank you!
Satisfied customers
Scripps Ranch Family San Diego, CA
Review For Chauteu Badeaux

I wanted to comment about how pleasant of a time we had at Moonlight Manor. My guests and I were very impressed by what the house had to offer us, including the breathtaking views you were telling me through our entire conversation. It was definitely quiet and relaxing place for us to unwind after a long school year and perform all the duties that had to be done at our retreat. We really appreciated the welcome basket and everything that was provided with the house (such as a full-stocked kitchen, bathroom complete with towels and shampoo, and of course the nicely decorated bedrooms, including the extra blankets that came in handy since it got chilly at night). It was a great experience at Moonlight Manor and I'll definitely recommend this location to my friends. Thank you for the enjoyable experience.

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Anonymous
Riverside, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

We had a great stay at Moonlight Manor! The Views from the deck and spa were great! The place was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay there again!

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Anonymous
Riverside, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

This house was the perfect place for our family of 7, including a 2-yr-old and a dog, to celebrate a 60th birthday. The moment I walked in the door I was charmed because Doria included in our gift basket dog treats, a bowl and two toys! The bird feeders on the porch were a delight. We saw blue jays, cardinals, chipmunks, squirrels, woodpeckers and more! The hot tub got plenty of use and the views were spectacular.

Thank you Doria!
Kelly,
Redondo Beach, CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

OUR FAMILY GATHERING AT MOONLIGHT MANOR WAS FABULOUS.THE VIEW IS AWSOME.THE ACCOMODATIONS WERE VERY NEAT AND CLEAN.DORIA WAS CONGENIAL,PLEASANT AND THOUGHTFUL. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THIS CABIN AND HOPE TO GO AGAIN.THE TOWELS ARE "NOT" SCRATCHY* BUT IT COULD USE MORE BAKING/COOKIE SHEETS.THE BIRD FEEDERS WERE VERY ENTERTAINING AND WHIMSICAL. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HOSPITALITY.

THE STURK CLAN.
RIVERSIDE,CA
Review For Moonlight Manor

Please note all of our cabins are non smoking.

Thank you for visiting www.bigbearescapes.com and we hope to see you soon at Southern California's most beautiful mountain resort!

Sincerely,
Doria
Owner/General Manager


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