Lakefront Escape by Wander Collective
Location
40570 Simonds Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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What reviewers say
Lakefront Escape by Wander Collective receives mixed reviews, with praise for affordability and cleanliness but criticism for poor maintenance and misleading pet policies.
Themes summarized from customer reviews (sample of 8)
Is Lakefront Escape by Wander Collective pet-friendly?
Multiple reviews report misleading pet policies, stating that the property advertised as pet-friendly on booking.com later denied pets and charged cancellation fees, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)
How clean and well-maintained is the property?
One reviewer praised the property as very clean and noted daily maintenance, while another described it as run-down with dust, gaps, and missing fixtures, indicating conflicting cleanliness perceptions.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (conflicting themes)
What is the condition of the accommodations and amenities?
Reviews highlight issues such as old cabins needing serious improvements, a dirty and malfunctioning shower, stained sheets, and poor kitchenette facilities, contrasting with a mention of a nice, affordable experience for budget-conscious guests.
Source: 4 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium-high (recurring theme)
Is the property safe and welcoming?
One reviewer reported an unprofessional host who physically harmed their service animal, leading to a recommendation to avoid the listing, while another mentioned poor communication and an uncomfortable experience.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (limited evidence)
What are the views and location benefits?
Several guests appreciated the lakefront view and proximity to the village, noting the potential for enjoying local events like fireworks, though one guest was blocked from a dock due to private use by the owner.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (partial support)
How affordable is the stay compared to other options?
One reviewer found the price reasonable and recommended it for budget-conscious travelers, while others felt the condition did not justify the cost, suggesting better alternatives exist.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (mixed opinions)
Ratings
3.2
★★★★★3.217 reviews
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Details
- Plus Code
- 63VM+F7 Big Bear Lake, California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Google Place ID
- ChIJ5ZZ5KMSzxIARnLD4zp2MPyU
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