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Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy

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A stone house with a snow-covered roof and a chimney, surrounded by snow-laden trees.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, and multiple windows.
A stone house with a wooden door, windows, and a stone exterior. There are red outdoor chairs and a stone planter.
A spacious living area with a wooden bench, a dining table, and a staircase leading to another level.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located in the mountains, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. It includes 1 outdoor pool and offers games for entertainment. Enjoy water views while relaxing on the porch, yard, or patio. Adventure seekers can explore nearby rock climbing, hiking, and biking, as well as attractions like Padua Avenue Park.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mt Baldy, CA
  • Place, Padua Hills Theater
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Harvey Mudd College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Pitzer College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Princess Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy

*We care about our traveler's safety and are taking extra precautions to keep our home very clean for guests.

Special weekend rates for Friday and Saturday only are available at $445.00 a night.

Fabulous hiking opportunities. So close to LA (50 miles) Newport Beach (60miles)

Enchanting 100 year old rock cottage on Bear Creek. The sweet sound of water fills the home with peace and tranquility but that is just the beginning. This home has been lovingly remodeled inside and out. Large stone gas fireplace for cozy evenings of relaxation and fun. New hardwood floors cover the entire downstairs. The downstairs queen bed acts as the 3rd bedroom with views of the fireplace and pond next to bathroom Luxuriously decorated upstairs bedrooms offer heavenly down bedding and Tempur-Pedic beds. Skylights for star gazing complete the sumptuous experience. Two full antique bathrooms delight in many ways. Soak everything away in an oversized tub with background water sounds. The copper kitchen will transport to a more simple quite time. New appliances including gas stove and refrigerator. Kitchen well supplied with everything you need to enjoy great food and beverages.

As wonderful as the interior is the outside may be the best part. Entry gate will delight you as you enter the garden. Wisteria, honey suckle and Cecil Brunner roses climb the the entire fenced yard. Throughout the garden camillas, roses, peones, hydragaes and ferns bloom in many colors each season.

All will enjoy the comfy garden seating in the front and dining table/ lovely patio furniture in the rear. Gas grill for those who enjoy cooking outside. For quite alone moments sit peacefully on the upstairs deck with views of the mountains, streams and enchanting pond. This home is an experience that will sooth your soul, delight your senses and bring joy to all.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties or loud music are allowed at any time
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash dishes. Please put down garden umbrellas before leaving or on windy days. Please close all windows and shut and latch laundry room door. Turn off all exterior lights.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. No music / loud taking between 9:00 PM 8:00
1. Bride/Groom wedding parties associated with the
1. Please leave skis/boards in Laundry room. 2.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1026610vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties or loud music are allowed at any time
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mount Baldy

Located in Mount Baldy, this holiday home is in the mountains. San Gabriel Mountains National Monument and Graber Olive House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cucamonga Wilderness and Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden and Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Mt Baldy, CA

What's nearby

  • Padua Hills Theater - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Harvey Mudd College - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Pitzer College - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Scripps College - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Mount Baldy Ski - 15 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Pomona Station - 23 min drive
  • Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mt. Baldy Lodge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Ristorante - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Top Of The Notch - 7880 Feet - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪mt. baldy - ‬11 min drive
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Frequently asked questions

Does Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mt. Baldy Cottage on Bear Creek in the Secluded Village of Mt. Baldy located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Cucamonga Wilderness is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and outdoor area, loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well appointed and exactly as described. Its older, and had sort of older home smell to it - just opened the windows for some fresh mountain air. The host was friendly and made sure we had what we need. The home backs up directly to a pond that is not accessible which was a bummer. It was nice and quiet for families. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful little classic mountain home stay. We love the bedroom off the living room - we parents spent the night there so we could enjoy the gas fireplace late into the night. Plus the bedding was incredible. Upstairs bedrooms beautiful, love the skylights. Kitchen well stocked. The patio is gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at the cottage! We can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house, clean soft perfect warm beds. Soft bath towels (a plus for me) great ambience inside and outside. Very Close to restaurants and shops. Would stay here again. 10 out of 10 I recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home. Easy check-in/checkout. Beautiful area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the historic comfort of this cottage

Our whole family adored the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Everything you might want or need was there. Creej especially delightful and peaceful. Close to hiking trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed for Claremont College graduation

Beautiful property that was a perfect place to gather and relax after the festivities..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Michelle, I am so happy you enjoyed your visit with your family. Please come again! All the Best, Debbie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property!

This cabin is charming, spacious, and quiet. The beds are fantastic. Overall, we had such a great experience and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & Relaxing

We didn't need to leave the property because everything was so beautiful and all the ammenities were provided. The beds were divine!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm hideaway

We stayed here for our daughter's graduation from college in Claremont, and it was great to be out of the graduation chaos every night and morning. Lovely spot, tucked away, with all the conveniences you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Had a wedding to attend nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cabin perfect ambiance

Took my family for a short ski trip, coming back to this cozy cabin was the perfect end to the day. Comfortable surroundings and a warm fireplace soothes the soul. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Kevin! So happy you enjoyed your stay with your sweet family. The spring and summers are amazing so please come back to experience a new season.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable stay

Adorable property in super cute community. The outdoor space was amazing and everything was very comfortable., The owner was very responsive to any questions. Thank you for sharing with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is absolutely beautiful. So much attention to detail. It had everything we needed for a weekend visit. The beds were extremely comfortable and everything was clean and fresh. Plenty of dinnerware, cooking utensils and condiments for 5 guests with a lovely front and backyard to enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktail. Walking distance to the lodge and short ride to the top of Mt Baldy. We didn’t want to go ( even our 2 twelve year olds wanted to stay). Debbie is a wonderful host responding quickly to messages and making sure all was well when we arrived. We will definitely be back!
Cozy living room
Dining area
Fabulous comfy bedroom to enjoy the fireplace
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Romance is in the air

The cottage is a perfect place to get back to romance and enjoy each others company. Great location for chilling out and getting back to nature. Also a fun bar/eatery up the road and only 15-20 minutes from Claremont or Upland. We have stayed here numerous times and each time is better than the last. Debbie is an amazing host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

The house is so comfortable & beautiful. Hearing The water rushing as you wake up in the morning is a bonus. The special towels for taking off makeup, so so smart ( I have ruined many a hotel towel) we had a great time and this stay really set off the Christmas season for me (the fireplace alone!)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend at a cozy cottage

Our stay was very nice. Overall we really enjoyed the cottage, but I wish we had known that we wouldn’t have cell service(TMobile) because we weren’t able to make phone calls while we were there. I also wish we would have been warned that coffee and ice would not be provided and that we would need to bring our own. I hope you are an early riser because both bedrooms have large skylights. Even with these minor issues, we really enjoyed our stay and had a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The elegant and cozy cottage in the woods...

The property is historic and well preserved. We felt like we could have been in Scandinavia or Switzerland. The craftmanship, comfort of the beds, meticulous attention to detail in every room, gave us a cozy stay, as if in our own mountain retreat. Debbie is fabulous...everything sparkled and was so clean and well managed. The gardens are lovely, and the courtyard behind the house is soothing to the soul with the sounds of running water from the stream nearby. Truly a restful and elegant retreat. We hope to return and enjoy this lovely cottage for all its amenities and history. A rare jewel, indeed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wedding getaway to Mt Baldy

After a bit of a trek for us to get to the home (unforeseen circumstances) the host was still so lovely and welcoming. The home was ideal for our needs. We needed to stay at My Baldy for a wedding at the lodge but the rooms at the lodge were too small for our party of six. The cabin was ideal. The space is clean and relaxing. Listening to the river while having coffee on the morning was my favorite. The only thing I hadn’t realized is the 3rd bedroom is attached to the living room so would be good for kids or people who don’t mind staying up late or getting up early with people in the living room or kitchen area. Still ideal amenities and a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the lodge. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Beautifully updated. Has a few quirks due to its being 100 years old, but they were no problem for us. The gardens are incredible. It does say in the listing and reviews(but is not obvious from the pics) that the downstairs bed is in an alcove off the main living room - meaning it is an L shaped room and the bed is essentially part of that living space. We missed or forgot about that, and my 87 year old MIL who needed to be on the main floor was not pleased. It didn't end up to be a problem, but it would be nice to have one of those tall folding screens to at least provide a visual barrier.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of a kind home in bucolic setting

We were in Mt. Baldy for a wedding. We were lucky enough to find the cottage for our four-night stay. Everything about the cottage is designed for a memorable stay. In terms of the mundane, the beds were comfortable; seating in the living room was perfect. We were there in June, so didn't require using the fireplace. Modern kitchen, air conditioned. The AC had a hard time reaching the second floor (probably our only minor complaint; since we were 4000 feet up. we opened the windows at night for a great breeze). We sat in the gorgeous garden for breakfast each morning and, truly, did not want to leave. I'm not sure I'll ever find myself in Mt. Baldy again, but if so, I'd absolutely want to stat in the Cottage on Bear Creek.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding at pond oaks

We really enjoy our stay at this beautiful cabin for a wedding at pond oak
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50th High School Reunion

This weekend was for our 50th Upland High School reunion together with friends. We enjoyed visiting together outside in the garden as well as laughing in front of the fireplace. We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage and want to come back and stay longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Debra Stites

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We are the third owner of Bear Creek Cottage. It was built in 1920's by the Chapman family and remodeled by their son Bob Chapman in 1970's. The home is very special to us and historic to the Mt Baldy Village. We moved to Breckenridge, CO in 1989. I am a CA and CO real estate broker for 30+ years. A large tree fell and smashed the roof in 2016. The roof was replaced and the interior remodeled. We love spending time there as a family and know you will also. It holds a very special place in our hearts.

Why they chose this property

The sound of the water along with the tranquility pleases everyone. It has a magical element that comes with the age of the home.

What makes this property unique

The detail and art of the thoughtfully placed stones is not to be missed. Every rock is local and placed meticulously by master masons 100 years ago. This home went through the flood of the the 1930's with very little or no damage. All the wood is from the area and meant to last many lifetimes. We worked hard to keep it as original as possible and hope you appreciate its uniqueness as we do. It is an antique and needs to be treated as gently as possible.

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