Family friendly retreat, private forested acreage

The property was amazing! We had a group of 8 adults and 5 kids, and there was plenty of room inside, and a beautiful property to explore outside. The home was stocked with everything we needed, and we enjoyed the games, puzzles, and pool table.We loved seeing the coyotes, coydogs, squirrels, and chipmunks running freely through the property. The hosts were easily accessible and made our stay a great one!

It was a wonderful home to spend Christmas with my sister and her family.

We had an amazing stay at this wonderful cozy cabin in the woods. The owners made our stay extra special by providing a Christmas tree and they even left a bag of ornaments for our children to place on the tree which was such a nice touch at Christmas time. They were so sweet to also leave us a delicious cake and ice cream for our family to enjoy. The house was cozy and made for a perfect stay in Big Bear. We even woke up to a winter wonderland after it snowed one evening during our stay. The kids and adults had fun playing in the snow and even built a small snowman in the backyard! The owner met us and gave us very helpful instructions about the house including all the amenities which are many and toys for kids and adults that are included. The owners were very helpful and take extra special care of their family home where they raised their children. The owner was very knowledgeable about the wildlife in the area and we were able to observe several wildlife (squirrels, chipmunks, coyotes) in the backyard. We laid out pieces of peanut butter sandwiches along the back deck and watched in amazement as the squirrels and chipmunks came to eat them. The kids and adults alike were fascinated by watching the wildlife! All in all we had a wonderful, fun and restful stay in this cozy cabin in the woods. This is a wonderful home to stay at for families with children of all ages. Thank you to The Huskeys for sharing their home with our family!

The host was excellent, he met us on the property and went through all the information. The house was super stocked w all the amenities. Large property gave our family room to play games, use the big jacuzzi. Close to town for shopping. We just overall had an awesome stay.

The communication with Susan and Ken was great. Ken met us at their beautiful property and gave us a tour and instructions. We are a family of 8 adults and 7 grandchildren, (grandparents, adult children and spouses, teenage, elementary age and 2 year old grand children), and everyone loved the property. We had snow and the kids (and adults) loved playing and walking around the property. Our own big playground. They played hide and seek, played on the playhouse deck, tried snow boarding, sledding. 15 year old loved the jacuzzi. There were 15 of us and we initially were going to put 4 in the bunk house but were having fun being together and were able to arrange for all of us to sleep in the big house. We took our own games but there are plenty of games and the pool table was a huge hit with everyone. Although there are flat screen TVs everywhere we never once in 4 days turned any of them on. We have stayed at quite a few different homes in Big Bear and this property is by far the best as far as outside activities and large property. The inside has everything that you could possibly need, one big living area that fit us all very nicely. We only left one time to find some bigger snow hills for the teenagers to use their snowboards, did not even go to the snow skiing area. We hope to return to Starvation Flats. Thank you Susan and Ken.

We wanted a chance for a white Christmas getaway with our kids and six grandkids (1 to 13), so we reserved this VRBO early in the year. Alas, we caught a dry couple of weeks and had no snow. This place was great for our group. The kids played outside with the toys they got and the many diversions on the property - ping pong, hot tub, giant tree swing, and more. It's a vast, secluded property ... no helicopter parenting is required. There is also plenty of space indoors, with several smart TVs (and excellent WiFi). The 4' wide fireplace is massive and keeps it cozy. The layout is fantastic for large groups, with a kitchen open to the family room opening into the billiards table. Apparently, there are a lot of municipal regulations on VRBO, and the host must meet us at check-in to review them. A screaming baby and raucous 3, 6, and 8-year-olds notwithstanding, we're a pretty quiet bunch, so the 10 PM curfew wasn't a problem. The kitchen table expands to seat 10, and it still feels spacious. There's a window nook where the littles sat for meals. When we needed something, the hosts responded quickly via text with detailed answers. (Refilling the hot tub, clarifying the checkout procedures, etc.) They went above and beyond to make our family mountain Christmas memorable. Friendly people with their grandkids, whom they regularly entertain on the property.

Susan and Ken’s property provided everything we could have asked for. The kids enjoyed sledding and spending time outside. The adults loved the fact that we could watch them from the dining room :) our time spent here was definitely a good time! Thank you.

We have stayed at many great properties in Big Bear and this one is simply the best. The owners are so kind, helpful and attentive and the cabin is well appointed, spacious and comfortable. The property is a dream for kids and teens with lots of open space, a bunk house, an outdoor hot tub, and lots of forest and a creek to explore. Thank you Susan and Ken for all your help and advice and kindness to share your lovely home with us. We will definitely be back. Reem Harwell and family.

I want to take a minute to thank both Susan and Ken Huskey. My family of 16 stayed on their beautiful cabin over the Christmas weekend. The place is kept clean and organized. Whenever I needed something or had a question, I just had to text Ken and he was there to assist. Our experience was really nice and will be booking again! This place is is about family and defiantly highly recommended. Thanks again Susan and Ken!

The unnecessary comments that were made about my Latino father. My father happened to arrived in the middle of our tour of the cabin. He then introduced himself and that is when the owner went on to say that he’d be “checking his pockets for silver wear before he left” because he looked “sketchy.” Aside from that, property was as described.