Charming, Cozy and Kid-Friendly Tavern Bay Cottage
House in Lake Arrowhead, CA
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Escape to the mountains! Leave the stresses of everyday life behind and enjoy the peace and tranquility of Willow Creek Cottage.
Tucked away on a sweet tree-lined street, this beautifully crafted, light and airy remodeled cottage, located on a level lot in the coveted Tavern Bay area of Lake Arrowhead, is fully furnished with 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths for a total of 2,100 square feet. While there is plenty of space to spread out, the layout of the home is perfect for keeping your group together comfortably.
Windows abound in the cozy living room, furnished with a leather couch and a giant, original floor to ceiling stone fireplace framed by a geometric wall of glass, a soaring ceiling and an open concept design perfect for relaxing evenings by the roaring fire. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need for a full dinner and more. Brew your favorite coffee in the Keurig, blend your favorite smoothie in the Blendtec blender, bake your favorite cookies, the kitchen has all the right accessories. Special features include a large copper hood repurposed from an old mountain eatery and a distressed copper apron sink in the kitchen.
The back deck, accessible off the living room, is equipped with a gas grill (take the cooking outside!), table seating for 6, a firepit (SMORE'S!) surrounded by four Adirondack chairs, and a smaller seating area off the master. The property also comes with a separate clubhouse for the kids (visible from the back deck), a horseshoe pit, and a tire swing for hours of outside fun.
The master bedroom, located on the main floor, has a cal-king size mattress, ensuite bath with double sinks, separate shower and freestanding bathtub. Enjoy your morning coffee on the patio off the master accessible through sliding glass doors that lead out to a sitting area for two. The master bedroom also comes with its own yoga room! The yoga/Pilates room loft is accessible by ladder and is equipped with everything you need to continue your practice while you are on vacation: a LifeBoard, yoga mat, yoga blankets, prop block, and Pilates Ring.
The guest bedroom (queen mattress) and guest bathroom with double sinks and tub/shower are also located on the main floor.
Upstairs hosts a game room and a separate bunk room. The game room has a day bed with mattress, a teepee for the kids and a reading nook. The bunk room has three twin mattresses and a small half-bath. The room also has a queen Aero bed and fresh bedding should you need extra sleeping space.
Situated 1/2 mile from the lake (a 7-minute walk!), the home is located on the north shore of the lake, 1/2 mile from the renowned UCLA Conference Center. Due to new changes in the lake rules, the Arrowhead Lake Association prohibits renters of short-term rentals to access the lake or beach clubs.
Willow Creek Cottage is equipped with wifi, A/C and four TVs, in the living room, master bedroom, guest bedroom, and game room.
Perfect for two families, a large family, or a couple looking for a peaceful retreat. Come experience the magic of Willow Creek Cottage at the lake.
Tucked away on a sweet tree-lined street, this beautifully crafted, light and airy remodeled cottage, located on a level lot in the coveted Tavern Bay area of Lake Arrowhead, is fully furnished with 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths for a total of 2,100 square feet. While there is plenty of space to spread out, the layout of the home is perfect for keeping your group together comfortably.
Windows abound in the cozy living room, furnished with a leather couch and a giant, original floor to ceiling stone fireplace framed by a geometric wall of glass, a soaring ceiling and an open concept design perfect for relaxing evenings by the roaring fire. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need for a full dinner and more. Brew your favorite coffee in the Keurig, blend your favorite smoothie in the Blendtec blender, bake your favorite cookies, the kitchen has all the right accessories. Special features include a large copper hood repurposed from an old mountain eatery and a distressed copper apron sink in the kitchen.
The back deck, accessible off the living room, is equipped with a gas grill (take the cooking outside!), table seating for 6, a firepit (SMORE'S!) surrounded by four Adirondack chairs, and a smaller seating area off the master. The property also comes with a separate clubhouse for the kids (visible from the back deck), a horseshoe pit, and a tire swing for hours of outside fun.
The master bedroom, located on the main floor, has a cal-king size mattress, ensuite bath with double sinks, separate shower and freestanding bathtub. Enjoy your morning coffee on the patio off the master accessible through sliding glass doors that lead out to a sitting area for two. The master bedroom also comes with its own yoga room! The yoga/Pilates room loft is accessible by ladder and is equipped with everything you need to continue your practice while you are on vacation: a LifeBoard, yoga mat, yoga blankets, prop block, and Pilates Ring.
The guest bedroom (queen mattress) and guest bathroom with double sinks and tub/shower are also located on the main floor.
Upstairs hosts a game room and a separate bunk room. The game room has a day bed with mattress, a teepee for the kids and a reading nook. The bunk room has three twin mattresses and a small half-bath. The room also has a queen Aero bed and fresh bedding should you need extra sleeping space.
Situated 1/2 mile from the lake (a 7-minute walk!), the home is located on the north shore of the lake, 1/2 mile from the renowned UCLA Conference Center. Due to new changes in the lake rules, the Arrowhead Lake Association prohibits renters of short-term rentals to access the lake or beach clubs.
Willow Creek Cottage is equipped with wifi, A/C and four TVs, in the living room, master bedroom, guest bedroom, and game room.
Perfect for two families, a large family, or a couple looking for a peaceful retreat. Come experience the magic of Willow Creek Cottage at the lake.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly
Map of Lake Arrowhead, CA
$$$$
Reviews
5.0
The place was wonderful and great for the whole family. It had everything we needed and was very accommodating. Plenty of sleeping room with large beds for the adults and perfect sized beds for the kids. The game room was a big hit with the kids as well as the tire swing and outside playhouse. The house was clean and large enough for the entire family to relax in. Located in a quiet neighborhood with lots of walking trails close by and a nice creek that runs next to the property. The large fireplace and central heating kept the place nice and warm during our winter stay. Will definitely book again for future trips.
5.0
This house was perfect for our stay! If you have kids, this house is just perfect! Such a cool nook with books, toys and a cool space for the kids. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful property secluded with a pretty creek. The owners are helpful and quick to respond. We had a blast!
5.0
We had the best stay! The house is gorgeous and we found everything we needed for cooking. The children loved their own space upstairs to watch TV, read, play and sleep! They have provided so many great books for the kids and adults!
Communication with Seem and Jason was wonderful!
We highly recommend this rental!
5.0
This place was absolutely amazing! My family is already asking to book another stay. It was a perfect relaxing Christmas! The house was even decorated with a Christmas theme and there were lots of toys/books/activities for my granddaughter. We loved it here!
5.0
The communication leading up to the rental made check in smooth. The house had everything and was perfect for our family. The kids had so much fun with the tire swing and loft. We loved it!
5.0
Enjoyed our weekend, great house, super clean and fully stocked with all the amenities you’ll need.
Really recommend this property.
5.0
everything was great!! thank you
5.0
Very clean and cozy. The house has lots of toys for children. Tire swing outside was a bonus. Highly recommended for families with children.
5.0
What a beautiful property
This house was awesome! We cooked, we hung out by the fireplace and played in the snow. This place had a great backyard and was walking distance to the lake. We had a wonderful time. Thank you for opening up your house to us.
5.0
Perfect getaway!
My family and I stayed recently and we’re already looking forward to going back! It was clean (and I have pretty high standards), quiet, had fun areas with books and games for kids and adults, gorgeous views, welcoming front room with fireplace and even close to some amazing walking trails! This is by far the best place we’ve stayed in Lake Arrowhead. The kids really enjoyed the tire swing in the front as well. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
5.0
Beautiful Home!
We really enjoyed our stay. The kids especially enjoyed exploring by the small creek that runs right by the house and tire swing. The house had everything you need and the beds were comfortable. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us!
5.0
beautiful home and location
Can't thank our hosts enough. They were quick to respond (not that we really needed anything, as everything was well stocked). Everything was clean and as described. Book now...you'll have a great stay.
5.0
Perfect for two families with kids!
This is a perfect cabin for our trip with two families with 4 kids total. There is a kids room with plenty of books and toys. Our kids were entertained the whole time there. The house is beautiful and well kept. There were tons of kitchen supplies, towels and bedding. There is a tree house in the back and tire swing which the kids loved. Nice neighbor who helped to shower snow. One of the best places we have stayed at and we plan to come back to this cabin!
5.0
Always awesome!
We love this home and have stayed here several times! Highly recommend. Well stocked, comfortable and convenient for all the fun activities in Lake Arrowhead!
5.0
Wonderful Stay in Lake Arrowhead
We had such a wonderful time at this house! It was perfect for our group of three adults, 2 kiddos (age 6) and one baby. The kids had their own space upstairs, which they loved, and spent all of their time playing with the toys up there, exploring the creek and swinging on the tire swing. The thermostat wasn't working when we arrived, but the owners were super responsive and had someone over in less than 30 minutes to check it out - and it was repaired the next day. We would absolutely stay here again and plan to!
5.0
Lovely time with the kids in Lake Arrowhead
Clean modern lovely place to stay, great place to go if the grandparents are coming along and you want to mostly avoid stairs. My kids LOVED the tire swing. Owners are great and very helpful. I was traveling with a three year old and a 6 year old and the house was perfectly stocked with books and toys to keep them entertained.
5.0
Amazing
So clean and fun. Best VRBO we’ve stayed at ever.
5.0
Amazing family home!
This was such a wonderful, cozy, and FUN place to call home for a weekend! It's perfectly set up for kids with the upstairs bunk bedroom and more toys and books than anyone would know what to do with. The house itself is extremely renter-friendly (no questions about lights, provided essentials & amenities, etc). We would love to come again, although the recent ALA regulations restricting lake usage and even trail usage by short term renters put a real dent in our stay- we didn't think it'd be a big deal, but with it being so hot in the summer and not being able to stick a toe in the water, we won't be choosing Lake Arrowhead for summer fun any longer. But of course, this is NOT the owner's decision, and the home itself is absolutely wonderful (maybe especially in winter, when there are other activity options?). Happily, the a/c worked well, and we just sort of holed up at the house. Thank you so much for a wonderful home to keep us entertained.
5.0
Wonderful property
The house was clean, had beautiful views, and was well stocked with everything you could need.
5.0
Magical stay
Our family had the most peaceful, beautiful stay here. The home is incredibly clean, warm and has more than is needed for a comfortable stay. Our 2 year old loved exploring around the property and especially loved the creek with a family of ducks that he could see from his permanent spot on the tire swing. The restaurant suggestions in the welcome book were excellent and we even enjoyed the yoga room which is such a zen place to relax. This house was perfect for our little guy as there were so many toys and books in the play room that he enjoyed. The kitchen has everything you would need and the great room has the most magnificent light. We will be back as soon as we can!
5.0
Another great stay!
This is our third time staying here and we continue to love it! Our kids love all the toys, inside and out, as well as all the outdoor space to run around. The house is very inviting, clean, and has everything we need for a wonderful and relaxing stay in Lake Arrowhead. Thanks for sharing your house with us!
5.0
Beautiful home, must stay
We love this home! Very clean, comfortable, cozy, and beautiful. Lots of outdoor room for kids to play. The game room, horseshoe game, and tire swing kept kids entertained. The kitchen was fully furnished and had everything we need. Seem is a wonderful host. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Winter Weekend Getaway
Great space for our family. Our two kids (age 3 and 5) loved the upstairs kid space with their own room and play area, including toys and tons of books. We enjoyed the large fireplace every evening. Property had lots of space outdoors for the kids to explore and was close to walking trails. I enjoyed soaking in the large tub to relax.
5.0
Great Mountain Getaway
The property had everything we needed, great for couples with kids, very clean, high end furnishings, comfy and cozy.
2.5
This house was so charming and perfect for our family of 5!Our older kids absolutely loved having their own separate space upstairs,the hangout area equipped with books,bean bag chairs,tv and a day bed-and the kids bedroomSo adorable!!We loved the master suite it was so cosy and beautiful relaxing tones,super comfy bed and a super relaxing bath tub to soak in.Overall-a perfect little getaway and the hosts were in contact and knew we could reach them should we have any issues,luckily we did not!Beautiful surroundings,highly recommend!
5.0
Beautiful home,beautiful location
This house was so charming and perfect for our family of 5!Our older kids absolutely loved having their own separate space upstairs,the hangout area equipped with books,bean bag chairs,tv and a day bed-and the kids bedroom
So adorable!!We loved the master suite it was so cosy and beautiful relaxing tones,super comfy bed and a super relaxing bath tub to soak in.Overall-a perfect little getaway and the hosts were in contact and knew we could reach them should we have any issues,luckily we did not!Beautiful surroundings,highly recommend!
2.5
Couldn't be happier with this place! We took a weekend trip away for some snow fun and got just what we expected...The house is clean and really nicely kept. It's very spacious and includes everything you need for a weekend away. Most rentals offer just the basic necessities like toilet paper and some condiments but this place is nicely stocked...whether its from other guests leaving items that were not used on their trips including frozen dinners and popscicles to paper plates and solo cups...I was pleasantly surprised we didn't have to buy a bunch of supplies for a weekend trip. The views from the large windows in the front room were breathtaking after an evening snowfall and I spent a few mornings with a hot cup of coffee- provided by the hosts, fully stocked with keurig pods and sugar packets- staring out the window as the snow fell. My kids spent way too much time on the tire swing out front and there are spots around the property that make for good sledding. We did have a minor issue with the plumbing- when they say the plumbing is really sensitive, they really mean it- but the owners were super responsive and had the problem fixed right away. Overall, we are very happy with this property and are considering it for our next winter getaway!
5.0
Awesome family vacation home!
This house is as beautiful as in the photos. The kids loft and room was a perfect place for our 3 kids (ages 2-7) to play and explore. A nice flat lot to play outdoors in the snow and tire swing. Kids could play while we relaxed on the porch. Overall, very comfortable and well stocked. Only 10 minute drive to the village. We will definitely be back! Thanks for the hospitality!!
5.0
Perfect Winter Wonderland
Couldn't be happier with this place! We took a weekend trip away for some snow fun and got just what we expected...The house is clean and really nicely kept. It's very spacious and includes everything you need for a weekend away. Most rentals offer just the basic necessities like toilet paper and some condiments but this place is nicely stocked...whether its from other guests leaving items that were not used on their trips including frozen dinners and popscicles to paper plates and solo cups...I was pleasantly surprised we didn't have to buy a bunch of supplies for a weekend trip. The views from the large windows in the front room were breathtaking after an evening snowfall and I spent a few mornings with a hot cup of coffee- provided by the hosts, fully stocked with keurig pods and sugar packets- staring out the window as the snow fell.
My kids spent way too much time on the tire swing out front and there are spots around the property that make for good sledding. We did have a minor issue with the plumbing- when they say the plumbing is really sensitive, they really mean it- but the owners were super responsive and had the problem fixed right away. Overall, we are very happy with this property and are considering it for our next winter getaway!
5.0
14 year old bday trip
The home was beautiful fully stocked and very clean! The owners were very communicative and made sure our daughters birthday trip was one she won’t forget! We brought her her best friends and our other children up to go sledding thinking we would have to leave the premises to find good hills but that wasn’t the case at all! The kids and my husband were able to sled right across the driveway it was perfect. We had a tiny little incident but contacted the owners who sent Bill their care taker right over. He was the best and even gave us more wood after fixing the issue! We for sure will be booking with this property again in the future.
5.0
Perfect Getaway
We needed to get away during Covid, but didn’t want to be at hotel with lots of people. This house was more then perfect. It was clean, spacious, up dated and great big yard on a corner lot. Everyone had there own space and we didn’t feel on top of each other. The kids loved the loft. They had the entire upstairs to them self’s, and it even had there own bathroom. We barely saw them!!
We are already talking about coming back in the summer!!
5.0
Incredible I will come back!!
I cannot say enough about this property, it has been the most lovely stay. The communication with the owners has been helpful and the place was pristine. My family and I hope to return for future visits to Lake Arrowhead!! I highly recommend to anyone!!
5.0
Cozy getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at this adorable kid friendly cabin. Extremely comfy, cozy and well stocked. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to getaway with our two kids (4&6). Wonderful communication for the owners made our stay even better. We will be back!!
5.0
Beautiful private home
Our family of five was very comfortable in this open, bright well decorated home. The living space has a wall of windows overlooking a large backyard that includes a tire swing where our kids spent much of their time. The pretty kitchen has a large pantry and is well stocked with baking dishes and cooking appliances that made cooking Thanksgiving dinner a pleasure.
The master bedroom is large and private.
We all enjoyed the short walk to the lake on a wide path straight across from the property.
We hope to come back this summer!
5.0
Beautiful weekend in Lake Arrowhead
Our family of three generations has just returned from a beautiful weekend at Willow Creek Cottage. The home was spotlessly clean, comfortable and full of fun things for the whole family to do. We enjoyed a short walk to the beach club and hope to return in the future post-Covid when the beach club will be open for use. Communication with the property manager was exceptional - fast, helpful and kind. We hope to return again.
5.0
Loved loved loved!!
We are just returning from 3 nights here with our three young boys. The home exceeded our expectations...every detail was thought of for grown-ups and kids alike. Clean, beautifully decorated, great location! Our four and five year old boys were thrilled with their own loft bedroom, huge toy selection, clubhouse in the backyard, tire swing, and tons of outdoor space to explore. Plenty of room to host two families or a family with grandparents. We hope to come back soon, one of our favorite rentals we have ever stayed at!
5.0
Awesome stay for family getaway
We stayed here for 4 nights with our 1 yr old daughter and a few other family members. Perfect size for our group (4 adults most of the time, 2 others came for a night), plenty of room for our little one to run around both inside and out. Kitchen was stocked with all essentials, which was key since we cooked all meals due to COVID. Communication with hosts was excellent. Would highly recommend
5.0
Perfect stay for our littles
We had a great time and the little ones didn’t want to leave. The detail and extra toys for the kids to play with were perfect for their busy little hands. Communication with the home owners was prompt and they were very sweet. We had a blast and will hopefully come back again when there are no more Covid restrictions!
5.0
Fantastic family getaway!
We could not be more pleased with our stay at Willow Creek Cottage! The property was extremely clean and comfortable. We felt like we were at home the moment we walked in the door. The property owner could not have been more clear and helpful with all the information provided concerning the property and things to do around Lake Arrowhead. We will definitely stay here again for a relaxing family weekend! Thank you Seem for providing such a great home for my family and I!
5.0
Perfection and Relaxation
We couldn't have been more happy with our stay here. The house is spacious and we loved all of the little touches throughout. Our plan was to stay in and make all of our own meals, the kitchen was superb in layout and functionality, and had everything we could have possibly needed (and we did a TON of cooking and baking!) The upstairs was a kids paradise, with books and games galore! My 6 year old was in heaven and wants to go back every year now :) . The location is ideal and the owners couldn't have been more nice and accommodating to us. We will definitely be back!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Arrowhead?
The average price for a rental in Lake Arrowhead is $524 per night. This rental is $280 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming, Cozy and Kid-Friendly Tavern Bay Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming, Cozy and Kid-Friendly Tavern Bay Cottage pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming, Cozy and Kid-Friendly Tavern Bay Cottage?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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