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This is a Professionally Managed Home. To leave a review on FlipKey.com of a "Professionally Managed Home" a guest must be invited, via email, based on confirmed booking records as determined by back-end reservation systems, FlipKey inquiry records or authorized entries from the vacation rental manager.
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it was great! very cute and cozy! |
Reviewed by: ellaphante from orange, california
Reviewed on: 10/20/2008 for their stay in 10/2008
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We went up for the weekend just to get away with my 2 year old
daughter. We stayed at Sportsman 166 and it was adorable. It
was right by the lake you have the best view on both sides. Also
you can use Shore Acres Lodge to go fishing which is the prime
l;location even for the locals. The only part I didn't like are the
bedrooms if you have younger children just be very careful they
are lofts with very steep stairs and it could be dangerous. There
are beds downstairs too so that were we stayed. |
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fun 4 2 or (for 2) |
Reviewed by: T. Hinkle from Oceanside, CA
Reviewed on: 10/13/2008 for their stay in 09/2008
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| Had an awesome time just what we needed to get away for a couple days. It was quiet and peaceful. The Big bear Agent gave us a great deal and helped me find this place. Coolest part was that it was just accross the way from a cabin I stayed at 18 yrs ago w/ my family and I was hoping that I might see it and I did. Watch out for the cobb webs though when you first check-in, and be careful walking around barefoot the edges of the carpet might poke your feet. |
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"Rustic" Cabin |
Reviewed by: Kat from Southern California
Reviewed on: 09/15/2008 for their stay in 09/2008
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| Well - I now see the details listed above for this particular cabin, however, I started my search online and was a little overwhelmed by all the different areas/neighborhoods. So I thought it would be best to call to inquire about a reservation and get feedback from a live person. I never actually saw that description online, nor pictures, nor was it described that way over the phone to me. So when I called in, I told the gal we wanted to be in Big Bear close to the lake and that it was just my husband and I and our dog. She directed us to this "great little cabin" at the bargain price of $384 for 2 nights (later I called back and someone was kind enough to discount it to $329). In any event, there was no mention that there were no doors on the "two" bedrooms (personally - if there aren't doors, which translates to NO privacy, I wouldn't label it as "two" bedrooms...I can't tell you how upset I would've been if we had invited another couple to join us thinking there were two full bedrooms and found this...). Nor were we told upfront that we were responsible for hauling our own garbage off the property. I suppose that wasn't that big of a deal, but personally if I'm paying that much to stay somewhere, I expect that the maid service that comes in to clean up after we leave would also deal with any garbage... There were some ants scrambling about the kitchen when we got there and cobwebs in the upstairs rooms... Also - we are fortunate to be smaller sized people, however, I could see someone that is on the larger side not being able to comfortably get up and down the stair case as it is EXTREMELY narrow - seriously, like I bumped my hips going up and I'm only a size 6 - 8. Overall - it ended up working out fine for us. It was a place to sleep, it did have a full kitchen, it was right across the street from the lake, but it just became sort of the joke of our little getaway. I wish a more realistic description had been provided over the phone so we could've made an informed decision. For the price of this place, it was definitely not what I expected... And as for it sleeping 7 people - 7 adults in that place would've been too much in my opinion. I would like to say though - the gals at Big Bear Vacations (I think that was the name of the agency that rented it) were soooo nice! They were very helpful and kind upon our arrival and check-out and very informative. |
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Manager Response: September 29, 2008 |
| Thank you for your response to Sportsman Unit 166. We verified the description states the bedrooms are loft bedroom with no doors. We are sorry that was not clear to you. We include the information regarding trash removal in our check-in paper work that is required to be given to the guest. We need to have the trash removed by the guest in that the local fauna has a tendancy to break open trash bags and either flyoff with trash or drag trash all over a neighborhood. We are sorry this caused you any inconvenience. Are cabins have star ratings to help clients determine what type of cabin they are staying in. This cabin is rated as a 1 star. We hope you will stay with us again. We have many cabins to choose from. |
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Location, Location |
Reviewed by: Nestor from Downey, ca
Reviewed on: 09/11/2008 for their stay in 02/2008
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| Location, Location, this cozy little house full of snow and located next to frozen lake and surrounded by tall trees was everything we wanted and more, I was very impress with the heating system which worked wonderfully. |
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sportsman rental home review |
Reviewed by: bakerli
Reviewed on: 08/30/2008 for their stay in 08/2008
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Found Sportsman rental home through Shore Acres Lodge, which
was full the night we needed. Found Shore Acres Lodge in book
"Southern California Cabins & Cottages"-one of Foghorn Outdoors
publications.
My two children really enjoyed the pool on our stay of 8/23/08.
The Sportsman home itself was very comfortable, however it was
lacking any kitchen towels or paper towels.
The 5th step going upstairs had carpet nails uncovered, my son
nicked his toe on it.
I was very disappointed upon checking in to find that the woman
that booked me over the phone had charged my credit card! She
had promised that she would hold the Sportsman with the card.
The young man that handled my check-in apologized and said he
would take the charge off the card. I paid in cash which was my
intention from the beginning. The charge has appeared on my bill
now, and the credit card company said that it hadn't posted yet.
Please make sure that your staff honors their word. How could I
have misunderstood her?
Sincerely,
Steve Baker,
Tustin California |
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Manager Response: September 01, 2008 |
| Thank you for your response to Sportsman Unit 166. Our Housekeeping staff is instructed to put 2 kitchen drying towels in each unit. We are sorry none were in your unit. We have an on-site housekeeping department that gives access to towel exchanges or additions. We don't supply paper towels but will take this into consideration for our future policies. We always charge a credit card upon booking. Upon arrival we can take cash and reverse the charge. We are sorry for the misunderstanding. Again, thank you for replying to the review inquiry. |
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Serenity |
Reviewed by: OneAudOne
Reviewed on: 08/28/2008 for their stay in 08/2008
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| This little cottage was a perfect getaway for my husband and I. Rustic inside, it has its little quirks. You must not forget to step up when you're walking out of the kitchen into the dining room, otherwise you'll trip over the 3" step up. You have two different views of the lake from the deck. Towards the front of the house is the main body of water. Towards the back is a cove that you can fish or swim in. The downfall is that you do not have access to the cove. Or at least not unless the property owners from the house behind are home. If the gate is locked, you cannot pass through. All-in-all, it is a nice little place. |
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Manager Response: September 01, 2008 |
| Thank your for your response to Sportsman Unit 166. This is an older house and like other older homes has it quirks. Shore Acres Lodge is walking distance form this unit wich will give you lake access. Unfortunately one cannot enter the lake through private property. This unit is advertized a "lake views" because of this. We hope this didn't cause too much inconvenience. Again, thank you for responding to our survey and hope you come visit us again. |
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All you can ever want in a Vacation! |
Reviewed by: The Young and Ramdular Families
Reviewed on: 07/24/2008 for their stay in 07/2008
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Our 2 families have never experienced a Big Bear vacation, let alone cabin accomadations. We had a BLAST!! The kids loved the lofts in the Sportsman #166 and and it was very spacious for the 7 of us. It has every convenience, yet you don't lose the "camping" atmosphere.
Our patio deck made for some great views of the lake and late night marshmallow roasts.
Our 3 night stay seeemed too short, so next time we plan to stay for the week!
P.S. The Catfish were biting,biting,biting!!! |
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cozy family cabin - great lake access |
Reviewed by: Quisenberry's
Reviewed on: 07/23/2008 for their stay in 07/2008
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| great cabin but don't go for the gas cards! I had an awful experiece in requesting the gas card as advertised on the web site and tv. Rude behavior, ending up with 2 $25 gas cards being thrown down on a desk. They should not promote 'specials' such as gas cards if they don't want to give them out. Otherwise, Big Bear is a great place to stay. Mrs. Q |
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Manager Response: July 30, 2008 |
| We apologize for any difficulty you had in receiving your promotion. We do require all promotions be mentioned at the time of booking and they cannot be combined with any other discounts. Our Gas Promotion is quite popular and we hope you have a better experience with your next stay. |
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great for families |
Reviewed by: Christie
Reviewed on: 07/23/2008 for their stay in 03/2008
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| The stay at this vacation was wonderful. The time of year as well as the location and space within the rental was perfect. There was plenty of room for the entire family. I would highly recommend this vaction rental to everyone that is interested in comfortable and cozzzy vaction spot. |
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wonderful easter with family |
Reviewed by: kimber
Reviewed on: 07/07/2008 for their stay in 03/2008
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| great veiw of lake. set up nicely everyone could visit. the price was good. furniture could have been nicer. all in all i would rent it again. |
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Great location! But needs help |
Reviewed by: Kendall Hodges
Reviewed on: 07/07/2008 for their stay in 05/2008
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We had rented this house for 3 days. It was for myself, my husband
and my daughter. I was actually very unsatisfied with this home. There
was a water leak in the bathroom, which caused mold on the walls.
This leak was so bad that we were always stepping in water since their
was only 1 bathroom. The cable TV did also not work. It was not
turned on. This home was expensive. I didn't mind paying but there is
no way that house should have been rented. Sincerely, Kendall Hodges |
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Manager Response: July 19, 2008 |
| Thank you for taking the time to write a review on the Sportsman. We apologize if this house did not meet the expectations you had for your stay. The leak in the bathroom has been fixed. If at anytime during your stay something is broken, our maintenence department is one phone call away. The cable has also been repaired. |
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