Home in Big Bear Lake, California

Welcome to Switzerland Estate, a spacious mountain retreat designed for comfort and unforgettable group getaways. Just 5 minutes from two ski resorts, Big Bear Lake, golf, hiking, and biking, it's the perfect year-round escape.

• Private 2-acre pine-covered property
• Sleeps 16 | 4BR | 4BA | 3,500 sq ft
• Dog-friendly with hot tub & arcade garage
• Parking for boats, trailers & RVs
• Walk to trails, coffee, restaurants & the zoo

The Home- 3,482 sq ft | 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 14 | Up to 16 guests

Bedroom 1 — Main Level Primary Suite Your personal sanctuary awaits. Sink into a king bed after a day out enjoying everything that Big Bear offers, cozy up by the gas fireplace, and enjoy the luxury of a large antique armoire, walk-in closet with Pack’n Play, twin daybed with trundle, large smart TV and direct access to a spacious primary bathroom with dual vanities and modern backlit mirrors.

Bedroom 2 — Main Level A peaceful king retreat with an antique armoire, two comfortable armchairs, and a walk-in closet. Connected to a shared Jack & Jill bathroom with dual vanities and a shared closet with Pack’n Play.

Bedroom 3 — Main Level A quiet, comfortable escape with a king bed, desk, leather armchair with footrest, smart TV and antique armoire.

Bedroom 4 — Upstairs Primary Suite A dreamy space for larger groups — king bed, two twin beds, a pull-out sofa, ceiling fans, and direct en-suite bathroom access. Large closet space stocked with extra pillows and blankets, Pack’n Play and a Queen size Aerobed.

Bathroom 1(Primary 1 main level)- Dual vanity and tiled shower.

Bathroom 2 (Jack & Jill, main level)- Dual vanity, tiled shower/tub.

Bathroom 3(main level)- Single vanity, tiled shower.

Bathroom 4(Primary 2, upstairs)- Dual vanity & tiled shower.

🍳Kitchen & Dining-The heart of the home — and it shows. The eat-in kitchen is outfitted with high-end Viking appliances: a full-sized fridge, 6-burner gas stovetop, oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, and a smart TV. A gorgeous view of the backyard makes morning coffee feel like a moment worth savoring. Whether you're cooking a big group breakfast or opting for local takeout, we've stocked everything you need — cookware, bakeware, dishware, and utensils.

☕ Coffee setup: 12-cup drip coffee maker & Nespresso machine, with starter coffee, pods, and sugar provided.

🍽️ Seating for 14: Kitchen dining table seats 6, dining room table seats 8 — plenty of room for the whole crew.

Living Room Gather around the woodburning fireplace with gas starter in the spacious main living area, sink into plush sofas, and let the evening unfold naturally. A large smart TV with Bluetooth Sound Bar which can also be used to stream your favorite tunes, ceiling fan, and warm lighting set the perfect scene for movie nights or quiet conversation.

Sunroom Just off the living and dining room, this light-filled nook is a favorite spot to read, sip your morning coffee, or simply soak in the views of the front of the property.

Game Room / Garage Bring your competitive spirit! The 3 car garage has one garage converted to a game room and is home to ping pong, air hockey, darts and foosball — endless fun for all ages. (Note: game room not heated and not accessible for vehicles.) The other two garages are available for guests to park in with access to a second refrigerator (if needed for food overflow). We have space for a boat/trailer/RV. The city counts this towards the total vehicle amount(ex: 3 vehicles + boat is 4; 2 vehicles +boat + 1 trailer for ATVs is 4)

Laundry Room: Spacious laundry room with full size washer, dryer, soaking sink, beverage refrigerator (if needed) and a filtered cold-water machine offering both flat and sparkling options.(bring your Sodastream syrup if you want instant soft drinks).

🌿 The Great Outdoors: Step outside and breathe it all in. Two acres of flat, forested land surrounds you — pine trees, birdsong, and mountain stillness.

Back Deck: Your outdoor living area. Fire up the propane grill, soak in the new 6-person spa under the open sky, and dine al fresco at the 6 chair outdoor table. The propane tank is replaced weekly. If the tank needs to be replaced during your stay you can use the extra tank in garage or do a tank swap nearby.

Front Deck: A welcoming space with wicker seating, ideal for your morning coffee while the pines sway gently around you.

Front Yard: Beautiful large green lawn perfect for leisure or games.

Back Yard: Is flat pine tree filled acreage in it’s natural state.

Spa: Maintained after every reservation. The hot-tub is your after-adventure reward. Spa hours are 7am–10pm per city guidelines. Please keep in mind that as a rental the chemicals may be higher than a personal spa. With longer stays we will schedule spa maintenance once a week. We will provide 16 spa towels, not for lake use.

🥾 Walk directly to trails from the property — no car needed to explore the natural beauty around you.

🎿 Location & Convenience
🏔️ 5-minute drive to two ski resorts
🥾 Walking distance to hiking and biking trails, Moonridge Coffee, Dank Donuts, Moonridge Room, the Big Bear Zoo, restaurants and other amenities.
🛒 Grocery stores, restaurants, and shops just minutes away

🐾 Pets: We love that you want to bring your pup! Up to 2 dogs are welcome with a non-refundable pet fee. Please note the property is fenced but may have areas where dogs can get out and there are coyotes in the area, so keep an eye on your furry friends. Please do not leave pets unattended unless in a kennel or crate.

❄️ Winter Stays: Big Bear is magical in winter. A snowplow is on call after storms of 4+ inches, and a shovel and salt are provided at the home. 4WD, AWD, or chains are required Oct–Apr. We highly recommend trip insurance if weather concerns you.

Spa- Enjoy a soak in the 6 person spa just off the back deck. Maintained after each guest reservation. Please keep in mind as a rental the chemicals will be higher than a personal home spa. Longer stays, we will schedule the spa maintenance once a week. Spa hours are set for 7am-10pm only. This is a city rule for rentals. We provide 16 spa towels, not for lake use.

Outdoor wood fires are not permitted due to high-risk for fires.

Heating- Central heating & gas fireplaces.

There are three areas on property that you will not have access to, the barn on property, a set of cabinets in the dining room, and some cabinets in the laundry room. Otherwise, the entire property is yours during your reservation.

We truly hope Farmhouse In The Pines becomes your favorite mountain getaway. It's been designed with love, stocked with care, and maintained so all you have to do is arrive and exhale. We can't wait to host you. 🌲

Online check in will be required with identification per our license with City of Big Bear. Code is sent on day of check in once the home is ready or at 4pm, whichever comes first. There are three areas on property that you will not have access to, the barn on property, a set of cabinets in the dining room, and some cabinets in the laundry room. Otherwise, the entire property is yours during your reservation.

A vehicle is highly suggested as taxis are very limited in Big Bear. There is Mountain Transit that provides free trolley routes through out town (including resort mountains and The Village). Please refer to their direct website for their schedule.

Max occupancy: 16 guests (all ages) | 4 vehicles max
Check-in: Code sent when home is ready or at 4pm
Online check-in with ID required per City of Big Bear licensing
Central heating + gas fireplaces | No A/C | ceiling and portable fans are provided
Quiet hours after 10pm | Spa hours 7am–10pm
No smoking and no parties, no street parking
3 exterior security cameras monitor access points
Total parking is for 4 vehicles with two inside garage spaces available and with boat and RV trailer parking available as well

Occupancy (16 guests regardless of age) and car limit (4) are set by the city. They will enforce these. If found to have more than we are licensed for, you may be evicted with no refund. Please adhere to these limitations.

4x4, AWD, and/or chains required to be carried in vehicle in winter months (Oct-Apr)
2 dog maximum with a pet fee
Please do not take our bath/spa towels to the lake
No smoking of any sort in the home
No parties
No street Parking
Quiet Hours after 10pm and bright exterior lights off after 10p
No outdoor music that can be heard at property line
Spa hours 7A-10p

Upon Check Out:
Wash dishes (load washer and press START)
Leave used beds unmade
All used towels can be piled in bathroom (all linens are cleaned off site)
Close any open windows & doors.
Turn off lights
Lock up
Please do not turn off heater in winter months
All trash must fit in the bins, no exception. Drop off is required if the lid does not close.

Keypad code- Online check in will be required with identification per our license with City of Big Bear. Code is sent on day of check in once the home is ready or at 4pm, whichever comes first.

Animals- We only allow a maximum of two trained dogs with non-refundable pet fee.

Cleaning Fee- This covers clean linens, cleaning of bathrooms, kitchen, floors, basic balancing of spa chemicals, and basic care of the home. This does not cover left trash, excessive messes, cleaning dirty dishes.

Early check in- No guarantees will be made. We send the code when the home is ready or at 4pm, whichever comes first. Do not show up to the home until given the code. This rushes the cleaners and tends to ensure something is missed.

Late Checkout – No Guarantees: This is based entirely on the cleaning team's route and is only granted the night before checkout. If you'd like to guarantee a later checkout, please book another night. This allows you to stay the full night or leave at any point during your reserved time. Please note that we do charge a fee if you delay the cleaning team by not vacating the property on time. The cleaners will not knock to let you know they've arrived, so please be respectful of their time as well as any guests checking in after you.

Snow Removal- We have a snowplow on call during winter. Please be patient as they are on their own route. Our plows come out after a storm when 4+ inches fall. We do our best to shovel the entry to the home. Decks are not guaranteed to be shoveled. Shovel and a small bucket of salt is provided in the home for your convenience.

The home does always have 3 cameras on for security. They are checked periodically to ensure occupancy and car limits are adhered to. The cameras view all access points of the property.

Check in is done online and sent immediately after booking (may take an hour to provide your specific link). The party responsible for the reservation must provide an ID. No codes or access to the home will be given without the required items completed, NO EXCEPTIONS. This is a city rule that is strictly enforced. To ensure no delays do this as quickly as possible.

City of Big Bear Lake Good Neighbor Policy must be always respected. Please review the city rules. This is listed verbatim per the city.

Do not exceed the occupancy limit (16 guests regardless of age). Do not exceed the stated occupancy at any time during your stay. The maximum number of adult occupants may be less than the total maximum occupancy.

No parking in street or yard. Parking is only permitted in the driveway, designated parking spaces, and garage. This includes trailers. The maximum number of vehicles permitted is on the exterior sign. (4 vehicles total)

No amplified music 24/7. Amplified music is not permitted to be heard beyond the property line 24/7. Close your windows to avoid music carrying beyond the property line.

Head inside at 10:00 p.m. Noisy outdoor activities and spa use are prohibited from
10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Take your furry friend with you! When leaving the house, please take your dog with you so they do not disturb surrounding neighbors. You will find that Big Bear Lake is very dog-friendly!

Excess trash will need to be taken to a local dumpsite. The best Clean Bear location is: 4190 Garstin Drive & 39690 Big Bear Blvd.