Alpenhorn Bed & Breakfast

601 Knight Ave.
Big Bear Lake California 92315-2912
USA

http://www.alpenhorn.com

Phone: +1-909-866-5700
Fax: +1-909-878-3209
Toll-free: +1-888-829-6600

General Information

AAA FOUR-DIAMOND AWARD 9 years in a row. "Absolutely the best place in Big Bear!" Situated on two exquisitely landscaped acres between the Village and the Snow Summit Ski Area, just a few short blocks from the lake. The perfect place for a romantic getaway or garden wedding. The inn has eight suites. All have private baths with tiled showers, 7 have eight-jet spa tubs for one or two, fireplaces, televisions and VCRs, spa robes, phones, feather beds and 6 include private balconies. Breakfast consists of fresh breads, seasonal fruit, homemade granola, house-blend coffee, oatmeal banana brulee, and an entrée such as coddled eggs or orange croissant french toast. Beverages and freshly baked cookies are available throughout the day. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres are served with a red or white wines in the early evening, and later, an after-dinner bar is set-up offering a variety of liqueurs, chocolates, mixed nuts, and our homemade cookies.


Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: House
  • There are 8 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 199.00 and $ 315.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 199.00 and $ 315.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 45.00
  • Other Accommodations: House
    Rent the entire inn for a family reunion or retreat. Call for special pricing.

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Videos
On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Private entrance
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wet bar

Other Amenities: Private balconies, Alcoholic beverages included in room rate, Spa robes, Aveda bath products, Outdoor games, Hypoallergenic feather beds

Meals

  • A Four-course gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8 - 9:30 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Hors d¿oeuvres, See's Chocolates, Afternoon tea, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Cinnamon French Toast
    Cinnamon/egg battered French toast, light and moist on the inside and crispy on the outside, is served smothered in fresh sliced strawberries with homemade, creamy cinnamon syrup and Turkey ham.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Two-night minimum of weekends (Friday and Saturday))
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Restful and romantic atmosphere)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Included in room rate)
  • Deposit amount required (First night or 50%, which ever is greater.)
  • Check in time is 3:00 p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    Two weeks. One month for major holiday weekends such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • A Big Bear Bed & Breakfast Experience
    • Automobile Club of Southern California (AAA)
    • Big Bear Lake Resort Association
    • California Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns (CABBI)
    • California Lodging Industry Association (CLIA)
    • Professional Association of Innkeepers International (PAII)
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
 10%AAA 
 10%Firefighters (midweek) 
  Pastoral 
 10%Travel Agent 
 10%senior 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Attention to detail
  • Aveda bath products
  • Excellent reviews
  • Skiing
  • Warmth and hospitality
  • Water sports
  • Christian Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Mountain Modern
  • Built in 1999
  • Opened for business in 1999
  • Access for the disabled
  • Parking available (Adjacent to building)

Location

  • Geographic region: San Bernardino Area
  • Location is best described as: Biking, Hiking, Lake, Shopping, Skiing, Southern California, Lakeside, Mountains, Small town, Suburban
  • Nearest major city: Lake Arrowhead, CA (25 miles West)
  • Directions to property:
    From Los Angeles: Take Interstate 10 east through San Bernardino. Take State Highway 30 and exit on State Highway 330, which becomes State Highway 18 in Running Springs. Continue on 18 east until you reach the lake. Turn right across the dam. In the Village, turn left on Pine Knot, then turn right on Big Bear Blvd. Go to the fourth street, and turn right on Knight Ave. The Alpenhorn is one block up on the left at 601 Knight Ave.
  • Nearest major airport: ONT 45 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take Interstate 10 east through San Bernardino. Take State Highway 30 and exit on State Highway 330, which becomes State Highway 18 in Running Springs. Continue on 18 until you reach the lake. Turn right across the dam. In the Village, turn left on Pine Knot, then turn right on Big Bear Blvd. Go to the fourth street, and turn right on Knight Ave. The Alpenhorn is one long block up on the left at 601 Knight Ave.
  • Meeting places:
    • Big Bear Airport

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Timothy & Linda Carpenter
    We enjoy Big Bear's outdoor activities: hiking, boating, skiing and shopping. We enjoy gardening with the inns variety of flowers, herbs and fruit trees. Most of all it is our scincere pleasure to host our many guests from all over the world!
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Horseback riding, Golf, Tennis, Boating, Off road adventures, Rock climbing, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Rodeo, Ruins, Ski area, Zoo


Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Bochi Ball, Croquet, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Video Arcade, Water sports