Quiet neighborhood, not far from family.
Would be nice to have a small step stool to reach some items in cabinets. Might suggest bringing a shower cap. Would stay again.
We killed 4 spiders, Loft had no railing Per code needs to have a min of a 42 in high railing, Ladder was built with 2x4's Min Tred depth needs to be 5 inches, the light fixture in the bathroom had exposed wire (fire hazard) the loft did not have an egress window in case of an emergency, we did not feel safe and the property owner would not refund the last two night. We left after the 1st night.
This adorable little cabin had everything we needed- plus. Appreciated commitment by owner/ staff to do all they could to provide a safe environment. Traveling during COVID can be scary- and these folks had a plan in place to address. We grilled some awesome birthday steaks here! :-)
We stayed here for a quick little night away and really enjoyed our stay! The cabin was so cute and cozy and perfect for the 2 of us. Everything was nicely remodeled and clean. Would highly recommend and would love to stay here again!
We went up looking for a quiet getaway and to get the sense of being in the mountains and this did not disappoint. The cabin is surrounded by large trees in a cute neighborhood that was great for taking our dog on walks and breathing the fresh air.
The cabin itself was warm and cozy with all the amenities you need to still feel at home. From the personalized greeting written to us upon arrival to the doggy blankets they provided that my dog curled up in at night we felt welcomed and at home.
My wife and I enjoy the close proximity to the hiking trails and shopping in downtown lake Arrowhead which is just a short drive away.
We look forward to coming back to Lake Arrowhead and will definitely be booking the Bugsy Cabin when we do.
False advertising of cottage. Horrible experience!
This is what I replied to email from owner:
Good afternoon, I am going to be very honest that our stay was HORRIBLE!!! First off, you guys falsely advertise what that "cottage" actually is. The pictures that you display look nothing like what the cabin is. It DOES NOT fit four people. You advertise 1 bedroom, and theres not. Its a SMALL studio w a loft. SMALL is an understatement!!! We could barely move in there, and the murphy and loft beds were sooooooo uncomfortable. Nobody got to sleep well at all. My son had to sleep on kitchen floor cuz no room!!. It was the worst location and experience we ever had!! We had no time to get ready for the wedding, cuz we drove around forever looking for it...only to find out we passed it NUMEROUS times cuz your truck was blocking the cottage and ADDRESS!! Then, you werent even nice about it. I will definitely NOT give a good review. We couldve stayed in a hotel room that my dad stayed in that was MUCH bigger and better, and he paid less than I did. Im sorry, but this was a rip off, and you should really be ashamed for scamming ppl into paying that much for something not worth it.
What is advertised on the VRBO is NOT what the cottage looks like at all! It looked like an outdoor shed that maybe 2 ppl could move around in. Sorry, but this was my first exp w VRBO and it was horrible!!!
The cabin is small but well laid out; with a fully appointed kitchen (a big plus). Our visit was just a quick overnight stay for a wedding, therefore we really did not have the opportunity to enjoy the property fully.
Beware the streets are not clearly marked, very narrow and steep. Not for the novice or the old .... ;)
The property was cute. Smaller than it appeared in the photo, but that was fine as it was just two of us. Really disappointed with the owner. Said she was available and then wouldnât respond. Asked for a 5 start review and wasnât very helpful. Didnât go out of her way to make the experience better. Wanted to charge $20 per extra hour if we wanted to check in early or late. $35 if we didnât notify her. $10 if you get make up on a towel. Itâs been a week and I still havenât gotten back my deposit.
The property did not dissappoint. To access the murphy bed was easy. Would love to know where you bought the sofa and murphy bed very comforable. The kitchen had lots of room and items for cooking (toaster ovens great). I do wish there was some " K cup coffee pods" to use in the Keurig, as I must have misunderstood when I asked about a "coffee pot" I brought ground coffee and there was not the adapter. Thx
There was no lake pass as was represented. I hope we donât get penalized for it not being there. Couldnât get ahold of the owner because her mailbox was full. Closely packed cabins so we couldnât walk the dog. Only one wine glass! We ended up not staying the night.
This place was perfect for my girlfriend and I. We thought it was so cozy and came with everything we could want in a stay. We will be back for sure again in the future.
Very small but excellent use of the space. All updates are nicely done and location is close to the village so getting around was easy. We really enjoyed our stay!
We had our grandchildren come to visit with their parents. That totaled 6 adults and 7 grandkids. We did not have an oven outside of the toaster oven provided and we had hauled up the mountain a 12 lb. standing rib roast for my birthday dinner with the family. Never fear, we purchased a turkey roaster at the local hardware store and all enjoyed a beautiful roast with all the sides and birthday cake picnic style on the living room floor. The snow arrived in time for the children to play outside most of the day. They all enjoyed the tiny cabin and the close quarters that inspired conversation and ingenuity. The grandkids loved âcrackingâ the safe and discovering treasure.
Our stay was very pleasant. We stayed for a couple of nights and really enjoyed the cottage and the local area. Lisa, the owner, was very helpful and quick in replying to our questions regarding the stay. We definitely recommend this cottage to our friends and family.
My wife and I came here for our anniversary weekend and we had a wonderful time at this cottage! It was very cozy and the heater warmed the place up very quickly. They really used the square footage of the cottage very well. We never felt cramped. The Murphy Bed was very comfortable. This place also had a loft with an extra bed that we thought was very neat. All the amenities worked well and suited our needs. It's not too far from the village and shops in Lake Arrowhead.
We also loved the history of this cottage and found it very interesting that it was once owned by Bugsy Siegel. They even included a fun game where you can open a safe and obtain a prize. My wife and I loved that nice little touch.
Overall, we highly recommend this cottage. A great place that's not too expensive for a nice weekend getaway.
We stayed for one night and enjoyed the coziness of the place. The place was clean and it had the feel of home away from home with all the amenities (internet, smart TV...). The owner was very friendly and immediately responded to our messages. We surely will visit again and recommend the place.
We loved our stay at the Bugsy Cottage!!
We came up to Arrowhead for a wedding and only booked it for 1 night but wished we had stayed there for more!!
We live in Brea in SoCal and have several vacation rentals in the area and also in CO. We LOVE the mountains and thrive on short escapes from the "concrete jungle" to the mountains any chance we get. This picture is how the cabin looked when we got it. It was quite the renovation project in the worst winter in Arrowhead in 15 years. We are proud of how it turned out and are excited to share it with our guests. We welcome your feedback and suggestions!
The property is located in the Villas where it can be tight amongst neighbors with narrow roads. The Bugsy cottage is on a 14,000 sf lot so there is space to enjoy the surroundings. It is SO comfortable and cozy with some outside space to relax and enjoy.
Get lost in a bit of history and learn more about the Bugsy era. Aside from the unique surroundings mentioned above, there are some surprises inside as well. There are two hidden safes and if you can find them, you will be rewarded for your efforts. The Hints and Instructions document you will receive contains your clues. The Murphy Bed/Sofa combination is unique and the most comfortable bed ever! It pulls down over the sofa and raises up to make use of the living space during the day. The loft is equipped with 2 small portable fans that can be used as a cell phone charger. The fireplace provides temperature regulated heat with a remote and will keep you warm even if the power happens to go out. The patio is charming and great for outdoor grilling or just relaxing. Equipped with a window A/C unit in the summer, the cabin stays comfortable.