- great volunteers/staff. They are always so nice and helpful when I go in - excellent spot for treasure hunting. I've found everything from antique Fiestaware to a huge glass and wood display hutch - prices range from fair to really good - HUGE craft section that always seems to have fabric, notions, and paper craft supplies. There are always other misc craft supplies, too. - tools are vetted before being put out for sale, and the one time I brought a drill home that didn't work Dove's very kindly gave me store credit, which I promptly used to grab a different drill that did - Dove's will deliver furniture and other large items for a very reasonable fee, and even place it where you want it in your house - local's discount day every week - sales support the local women and children's shelter read more

This was a disappointing thrift store. Since it backs as a unity home you'd think they would take care of the items they have so it can go to a good home. One of the rooms could easily be made into a baby item room, they have tools protected instead of the baby play mats, strollers, high chairs, and car seats. It is all sun rotted and has been damaged by rain. They have so many great items for children and babies that have all continued to sit and be damaged. They have a whole room of dishes that could be easily be rearranged to one side of the room, the layout and baby/children items needs to be redone, not thrown out as if they are less important than dishes. They are also selling diapers at an insane markup. The brand baby2baby diapers are diapers that are distributed at diaper drives and their mission is for them to always be free, not to be sold and especially priced at 8-15 dollars. The diapers have sadly been thrown on a shelf outside and have lost its value by rain and just by being kept outside. read more

The outside of a Thrift Store is supposed to look Vintage, and a little shabby chic too. This place is a favorite of my friend, so this is the only thrift store we stopped in. I loved that they also had a considerable amount of stationery products. Vintage books (1st edition), Cookbooks, DVDs, and most of their items were in excellent condition. Including their linens, which were 50% off, Duvets, Coverlets, etc. We will return. Respectfully Reviewed. read more

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So clean and such wonderful service. Told us to bring our things up if we didn't want to carry them through the store. When we came to check out our fragile items had been wrapped in paper. Very easy to shop. read more

Staff were helpful and friendly. The place was clean and organized. First place I've seen that as the dvds alphabetized. Great prizes for stuff that was in good condition and some even seal. read more

This thrift store is impressive. The manager must have some sort of OCD, because this is the most organized hoard of goods I have ever encountered. There are sales daily and they had a special on books on the day we went. There is also an outdoor space with furniture and overflow. The prices are pretty good too. There is limited parking at the front of the store and you should call to see what donations they are accepting on any given day. The staff was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Quick and easy donation process! We dropped off some used ski, sledding and snow boarding equipment and everyone was super nice and helpful. Place was packed with shoppers on Saturday. read more

One of my all time favorite thrift stores. Great selection, great prices and the inventory turns over fast. Very friendly staff and generally a fun experience. read more

I have found numerous treasures at Dove's! It's a very nice and well appointed thrift shop for a good cause. Help support women and shop here. read more

Best selection, very cool stuff, it's my favorite store in Big Bear love it! Very friendly staff too!

This is a great thrift shop! We donate a lot to here and they are so easy to work with, pull up and they'll let you know what they will take and what you should bring elsewhere (ahem...the dump ). I haven't popped in to shop here but it's bopping! Pay attention to donation hours and what days you can bring clothing... read more

My favorite thrift store of all time! So clean and organized. You will get lost in all its charming treasures. The ladies who work there are equally nice and sweet. I love coming there with my girls and seeing their faces light up when they find something unique and loved. Don't miss out on this place when you're in Big Bear! read more

I frequently drop donations off here and they are always attentive and appreciative. Then I love to go in and shop! Great variety every time and I can't remember ever not finding something I just had to have. By far the cleanest, best organized thrift store in Big Bear. read more

Love the store itself! Always clean. But the hours are not "set" they say they open at 10 am but you could get there at 10:30 and everything will still be locked. The ladies in there are nice 8/10 times. So it is normally an overall decent experience! read more

great value and sweet customer service it seems to be a Christian establishment and it makes sense with the kindness of the workers.

Always find little treasures here! Also donations are welcome and if you have big items to donate, they will come pick up!

AMAZING spot! Amazing cause to support. Amazing selections every time I go (sometimes even going 3 days in a row) you always find hidden gems. SUPER friendly and welcoming staff always. Just a must stop in Big Bear! read more

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Praise Jesus for these wonderful helpers!!! I scheduled a large-item donation pick-up with DOVES. Through the fire/evacuation we had to re-schedule a couple times, but each time Sal (the pick-up truck operator/organizer) was professional, honest, and eager to help in whatever capacity he could. Sal and Sean both helped move the large items from my house. They even went out of their way to take some other items to the dump for me. These guys rock!!! What a wonderful organization that does God's work in their community!! Thank you Sal and Sean!!! Thank you DOVES!!! :) read more

This store is well organized and easy to explore. Great prices and a great cause. If you live thrift store, check it out.

I've been visiting this store since they opened in 2016, and I truly admire what they stand for--supporting women and victims of abuse through their proceeds. It's a cause I genuinely appreciate. However, I have noticed that the inventory tends to be quite similar each time I visit, and the prices can feel high considering the items are donated. It seems like they often research the market value of donated items and price them close to new, which can be a bit discouraging. While I respect their mission, a bit more variety and more accessible pricing could make the experience even better. I've also seen their dumpsters full of great items. Why throw them away?. Maybe have a free table instead of sending usable stuff to landfill. Needless to say I think I'm done going in and trying to find stuff for my family when Amazon is easier and cheaper or comparable. read more

Absolutely the BEST thrift store in Big Bear. Super organized and easy to view everything. The staff is really kind and helpful. Only bummer is no public restrooms. 10/10!! read more

Very organized and fresh smelling thrift store. Prices and reasonable for most items. Staff are friendly and helpful. Got some really good deals on sealed DVDs and CDs. read more

One of the best thrift stores, organized, and people are friendly. I always make at least one stop here when i visit BB.

We always visit Doves when we visit. It's a very nice thrift shop serving a good cause. We usually park, make a donation of unwanted books, household items and clothes, then head in and look for something that catches our interest. Today bought some Seinfeld DVDs and a Michael Connelly (Lincoln Lawyer) novel. read more

Nope... very disappointing. Staff does not say hello but stares at you. A few nice items, a specially when you are into table wear etc.. But selling old yarn from Michaels or Jo-Ann's for the same retail price... Very weird... read more

The nicest thrift store in Big Bear:) I love how organized and the great selection of used items. Some items are a little pricey, but it's for a good cause. read more

I've been to Dove's Nest a few times. The first couple of times it was outstanding. It's a very well organized thrift store. I have donated things to them. Recently, I went in there and the prices were higher and they didn't have much of anything I was looking for. The employees weren't as friendly as in the past. Perhaps , they have had theft problems. It seemed that they kept watching me when I was around the counter and didn't ask if I needed help. They weren't friendly at the register. I'd still go there. read more

For previously used items, this store presents everything very nicely. Clothes are slightly worn but well cared for condition. Store clean, organized and easy to find what you're looking for. Staff friendly and helpful. Large selection, reasonably priced quality items. read more

This was one of the best thrift stores I have seen. It was organized clean and plenty of staff. And it is for battered women shelter and services. The prices where fare. These days thrift store are charging to much, not here. I found some interesting stuff. I will defiantly come back here. read more

Brought the kids for their first time. Lots of craft supplies and books, etc. Support them in any way we can.

Supports a great cause. Clean & organized. Fair prices. Will definitely stop back by again when visiting Big Bear City. read more

Love it here! The prices are amazing they are always stocked up on good stuff and the staff are super nice highly recommend

Best community support group on the mountain! Most workers are volunteers trying to support victims of domestic violence.My husband and I have been donating since they first opened. Lots of furniture after sales of homes and ski clothes. Last donated furniture in 2014. Now emptying out homes in Fawnskin as finally remodeling after three plus decades! Michelle is an angel! Used to buy many outfits at Hunter Hall's on Village Drive when she was the manager. Hard working woman who continues to help the greater Big Bear Community! Support Doves! read more

Genuinely one of the best thrift stores I've ever been to. So clean, well-organized, reasonably priced, and with a nice array of products. The workers are also very cheery and sweet. Absolutely love this store, it's really a gem of Big Bear and definitely stands out compared to the other thrift stores nearby. read more

I love this little shop! All the workers are just so sweet and helpful. It's organized, clean and not full of junk. It has a lot of merchandise, so sometimes it's a lot to take in. I went two days in a row this week and saw so many different items I didn't notice the day before. I recommend you set aside some time to really take it all in. I've found some very lovely things here. I like going during the week so as to take them up on "local day" and "senior day" for the 20% off, it helps when purchasing a more pricier item. They do a lot of good work in our community and I appreciate that. read more

Clean, organized and extremely friendly staffs at The Doves. I was simply browsing and didn't have space in my car to take home some fine wall arts that they display. Upstairs they have their boutique and again impressed with how everything is labeled, priced and sorted. They have a little library containing movies and books. I highly recommend stopping over here to check out their store. read more

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This place is great, furniture, appliances, like full sets of nice plates & kitchen stuff. Really nice staff, I just paid $25 for a working Newer Hoover vacuum cleaner. There's a huge library of DVD's, they've got nice golf clubs ski/snowboard equipment and I'm told it's all for a good cause. read more

Great hole in the wall Thrift store for a great cause. Very clean and well organized. Nice selection of different and eclectic items. Very good prices. read more

I love this Sister. It's clean it's organized it's well-maintained and the staff is amazing. You can find just about anything you're looking for and if they don't have it just ask. I also love that the money that is obtained goes towards helping domestic violence victims and the local shelter. This place really is a treasure trove. I can spend all afternoon here. Make it a point to come and visit if you haven't already. You're bound to find something you can't live without read more

Very clean thrift store with great furniture at low prices, and clothes for cheap. Lots of great kitchen stuff, crafts, you name it. Awesome organization fighting domestic violence. I have found a ton of great stuff. read more