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Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!

★★Old Steelaway is a charming lakeside PET FRIENDLY cabin built in 1950, offering a true Big Bear experience filled with rustic character and warmth. Perfectly located just steps from the lake and minutes to The Village, this eclectic retreat features stunning lake views, a HOT TUB, and shared boat dock access. With its vintage charm, spacious lot, and cozy atmosphere, this home is ideal for guests looking to enjoy classic mountain living.★★★★ HIGHLIGHTS ★★✓ Shared Boat Dock Access For Lake Activities✓ PET FRIENDLY✓ Prime Location Near The Lake & Village✓ Spacious 10,000 Sq Ft Lot✓ HOT TUB W/ Lake & Tree Views✓ Game Area W/ Pool Table✓ Wood Burning Fireplace✓ Fully Stocked Kitchen (No Dishwasher)✓ Washer & Dryer✓ Towels & Linens Provided★★ PRIME LOCATION AND OUTDOOR AMENITIES ★★Old Steelaway offers an unbeatable location for guests who want to experience both the lake and the heart of Big Bear. With the water just steps away and The Village only minutes from your door, you can easily enjoy dining, shopping, and local attractions. The large lot and deck spaces provide a peaceful setting to relax while taking in the surrounding nature. Whether you are exploring or unwinding, this location offers the best of both worlds.✓ Walk To Big Bear Lake
✓ Minutes To The Village Shops, Dining & Entertainment
✓ Shared Boat Dock Access (Availability Varies w/ Lake Levels)
✓ Large Deck For Outdoor Dining & Relaxation★★ COZY AND INVITING INTERIOR ★★Step inside and experience the warmth of a true mountain cabin with original woodwork and timeless charm. The living space is designed for comfort, offering a cozy setting to gather after a day of adventure. Whether you're enjoying a movie, playing a game of pool, or relaxing by the fire, this space creates the perfect cabin atmosphere. The vaulted ceilings and natural materials add to the authentic Big Bear feel.✓ Living Room W/ L Shaped Couch & Flatscreen TV
✓ Wood Burning Fireplace For Cozy Evenings
✓ Pool Table For Indoor Entertainment
✓ Vaulted Ceilings Enhancing Space & Character★★ FUNCTIONAL KITCHEN AND DINING ★★The kitchen maintains its rustic charm while offering all the essentials needed for your stay. It is fully stocked for preparing simple meals and gathering with your group. The layout is convenient and functional, making it easy to cook and connect at the same time. Please note there is no dishwasher in this home.✓ Gas Range, Microwave, Toaster & Coffee Maker
✓ Blender & Basic Cookware Provided
✓ Fully Stocked Kitchen Essentials
✓ No Dishwasher★★ RESTFUL RETREATS AND BATHROOMS ★★Old Steelaway features four cozy bedrooms designed to provide a comfortable place to unwind. The layout works well for families and groups, with additional space for kids to enjoy. Each room reflects the cabin’s rustic charm while offering the essentials for a restful stay. A full bathroom upstairs serves the sleeping areas.✓ Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Window Views, Smart TV✓ Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Window Views✓ Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Window Views✓ Bedroom 3: Full Bed, Window Views
✓ Bonus Area Ideal For Kids Or Additional Sleeping Space
✓ Full Bathroom Located Upstairs★★ OUTDOOR OASIS ★★The outdoor spaces are a highlight of this home, offering beautiful lake views and room to relax. Spend your evenings soaking in the HOT TUB or enjoying time on the deck surrounded by trees. With shared dock access just steps away, you can fully experience lake life during your stay. This is the perfect setting for both relaxation and making memories.
✓ HOT TUB W/ Lake & Tree Views
✓ Large Deck W/ Seating For Dining & Relaxation
✓ Spacious Lot Surrounded By Nature
✓ Shared Boat Dock Access (Availability Varies W/ Lake Levels)
✓ Peaceful Setting For Morning Coffee Or Evening Stargazing★★ IMPORTANT NOTES ★★Please review the following details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay. These notes help protect the home and set clear expectations during your visit.✓ Pool Table Must Not Be Moved (May Result In Charges)
✓ Construction Next Door Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM (Temporary Impact Possible)
✓ Boat Dock Availability Not Guaranteed Due To Lake Levels★★Old Steelaway offers a unique blend of vintage charm, lake access, and an unbeatable location. Whether you're here to relax, explore, or enjoy time with family and friends, this cabin provides the perfect setting for your Big Bear getaway. Book your stay today and experience classic mountain living at its finest.★★2025-2810 ||Permit Number #2025-2810|| Important: Dear Traveler, you will be charged with USD 200 in case you include a Pet in your reservation as a Refundable Damage Deposit for Pets.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2022-0105
Property # 2691393vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Big Bear Marina and Bowling Barn are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Big Bear Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Village - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pine Knot Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oakside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB! on 30 August 2026 start from NZ$682, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Lakefront! PET FRIENDLY! Boat Dock! Pool Table! HOT TUB! located?

Located in Big Bear Central, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway to the Lake

Great location, family enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you and your family enjoyed the great location. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pat O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wifi connection was poor. Fireplace had poor draft and was smokey. Not as close to lake as listing seemed to indicate. Quaint- appropriately priced
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place that has everything and still maintains that cozy cabin feel!

Loved the entire stay! Perfect mix of cozy cabin/lake house, with all the amenities. I did have to, change a few light bulbs (found some new ones in the kitchen cabinets), call the manager and have a technician treat the jacuzzi (super helpful and professional; took care of it quickly and to my satisfaction), and re-light the living room furnace pilot light 5 times. There were also some ants in the kitchhen from time to time. Absolutely loved the central AC for the hot days. Proximity to, the lakefront, the Village, Big Bear Marina, everywhere/everything, is ideal. Overall really enjoyed our stay, and will definitely come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Destination Big Bear, and for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our cabin cozy and comfortable. Thank you also for bringing the issues you encountered to our attention; we appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along to our team. Unfortunately, it is ant seasons and we are experiencing sightings in some of our homes. We appreciate you notifying us of this issue and will do our best to control and prevent them. Sadly this is what we see in living in the mountain. Glad to hear they were able to get the spa situated for you during your stay. We hope that you will choose to stay with us again in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Narineh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heater problem

We had a great time and really like the location but we had a big problem with the wall heater that was most important in winter specially with the kids. Also inside of the the kitchen‘a cabinets were messy and we couldn’t find what ever we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cramped.

House is very tight to move around. Lighting is bad in kitchen, Hard to make dinners. Had to climb over chairs to use kitchen table. Construction next door was very loud ALL DAY every day we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great retreat

Overall, it’s a lovely place to stay. I would definitely come back. Only a couple of issues … The toilet upstairs sounds like the water is running even when not in use. The jacuzzi style spa jets only work intermittently as well as the internet connection even though we were connected to WiFi. All else was inviting. Very spacious and clean. We especially enjoyed the pool table and piano (even sheet music provided!). Just a short walk to the lake, but fishing there is not ideal, very mossy. The Destination Big Bear staff made check-in and out very easy. It was a memorable time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2022
Hello Nancy, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the house and would come back. Thank you for the feedback and we will take a look into the issues. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation! Come back soon, Destination Big Bear

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