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Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Historic Boulder Crest situated on three parcels overlooking Lake Arrowhead
Property grounds
Exterior
Beach
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Arrowhead
  • Place, Lake Arrowhead Village
  • Place, Lake Arrowhead Village Lakefront
  • Airport, Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin



Boulder Crest is an historic 1930 cabin built on top of great boulders looking over Lake Arrowhead. The stunning, lake view deck was rebuilt in 2024. This is the mountain-cabin fantasy come true - except that it comes with new mattresses, dishwasher, washer
and dryer, chrome cookware, Wi-fi and all of the things that maintain the romance without sacrificing the comforts.

Boulder Crest occupies a triple lot, which allows for privacy,
outside recreation and parking. This beautifully
preserved cabin was featured on the Lake Arrowhead Home Tour.


The romantic interior is all wood with a large, rock fireplace. It
includes three bedrooms (two of which overlook the lake) and two bathrooms. Boulder Crest is ideal for sharing since
the “bunkroom”, which contains two double beds built into the pine walls, has its own entrance, bath and deck. There is a queen-size bed in the main bedroom; a double bed in the guest bedroom; two doubles in the bunkroom. New down comforters and pillows are included for each bed.

The kitchen is fully equipped, including an O’keefe and Merrit
stove. The refrigerator has a filtered, ice maker.
There is a barbecue on the very large deck overlooking the lake.
Wi-fi, Cable TV, VCR, CD player,coffee maker, microwave, washer and dryer are also included. There are two thermostat-controlled furnaces.


The cabin, which is within walking distance to Arrowhead Village,
also comes with a pass to access our dock for fishing and swimming and to the trails around the lake.

Check in time is 4pm and Check out time is 11am, unless otherwise agreed upon. The minimum stay during the week is 3 days. Christmas, New Years and Thanksgiving rent only by the week.

Before you book a few things to consider. This cabin is not for everyone. It is very old, magical and charming but it is not a resort, does not come with hot tubs, concierge services, and a lot of the luxury touches that you will find some, particularly modern places in the mountains . Writers have gotten Emmy awards and an Oscar nomination for the work they have done here, but they still had to go down the outside stairs to the bunk room to take a shower because the upstairs bath has only a tub. They had to supply their own firewood, and live with a 50" TV.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2023-00636

About the area

Cedar Glen

Located in Cedar Glen, this cabin is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area and Lake Arrowhead, while Lake Arrowhead Repertory Theatre Company and Yaamava’ Theater are cultural highlights. McKenzie Water Ski School and SkyPark at Santa's Village are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Lake Arrowhead, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Arrowhead - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Orchard Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Arrowhead Village - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lake Arrowhead Village Lakefront - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Arrowhead Resort Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino Santa Fe Depot - 37 min drive
  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cadillac Cowboy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jensen's Finest Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jetties Waterfront Kitchen + Drink - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakefront Tap Room Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boulder Crest. Historic Lakeview Cabin located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Orchard Bay and Village Bay. Penninsula Park Beach and Lake Arrowhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Incredible View! Comfortable, Peaceful Retreat

Beautiful View! Tranquil! We spent more time at the cabin than originally planned because we were mesmerized by the view! Especially enjoyed hanging out on the spacious deck, but the views inside from the kitchen table and living room are just as gorgeous. All windows have great views. Just like the pictures shown. The cabin is truly amazing! New windows, plumbing, & modern appliances. No modern convenience is lacking, including wi-fi. One night we couldn't decide which movie to watch on the DVD and ended up playing the monopoly game found on a shelf and had a blast. (Mom won!) We marveled at how the cabin seemed so warm & comfortable, yet is so old! Glad it has been kept it in such good condition! The 2 upstairs bedrooms share a nice-sized bathroom that has a tub only but it was really no problem for our family because there is a modern shower as part of the bunk room below. All linens and comforters were very nice. Plenty of extras available. Main floor has a huge fireplace, large comfy living room, large kitchen table (seats 8 easily) and warm kitchen. Wood floors throughout (except bunk room with carpet) have a nice, warm feel and creak every now and then, just as one would expect. Heaters work great, hand-crank awning provided the perfect shade in the afternoon over the deck. Lilac bush on the side was blooming and the whole property was just as lovely as could be. There are some stairs, (not steep or long) so perhaps not ideal for toddlers, but otherwise it's a great place to enjoy a quiet, peaceful retreat. Grocery store, restaurants and shore access very close.

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P.

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

Amazing view and beautiful house

Lots of room for family, beautiful views of lake and surrounding trees. Very kid friendly and also perfect for adults to enjoy. Staying in this cabin is a special treat and makes for wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen C., Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles

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

Cozy Cabin

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. It’s a cute and cozy cottage with beautiful views from the balcony. Lots of laughs had round the roaring fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Ultra Cozy- Just Perfect!

This was a perfect location for a girlfriend getaway- A quaint old cabin on the mountain built straight into rocks. Fully stocked with anything you might need for cooking, sleeping, relaxing or or just hanging out with gorgeous lake views sunrise to sunset! Host is super easy to contact and very accommodating- Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Gary C.

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

Cozy and fun with a great view.

Cool house with lots of history. Big patio /deck with a Great Lake and mountain view. Recommend doing a lock box to cut out the key mailing back and forth. We cleaned surfaces because it was a bit dusty and fridge was very dirty upon arrival. But no biggie. Fire place and living quarters are small but very cozy and really make you feel like you are away on a wonderful getaway. I would stay there again for sure. Owner should purchase a new baby gate for stairs. The one stated at property was broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Amazing deck & view!

Perfect cabin for a week of solitude. Extremely quiet & peaceful location with the best view of the lake from the deck. The cabin is just as advertised & owner was very helpful. I’ll definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

S P.

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ALA bummer

Great location, but sad to have not known about the new ALA rules that no non-ALA members may use the path around the lake! It was a disappointment. Walking the lake is part of the lake life, and to be unable to do that was frustrating. Otherwise, we had a great experience. The house was clean, comfortable, glad to have fans on the hot evenings, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amon B.

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Great View!!

Relaxing setting with amazing VIEW !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

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Charming, as advertised

This is a charming, extremely well-equipped cottage. The owners clearly created the space with pride and good taste that perfectly fits the setting. Communications with the owner were fast, seamless and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Lovely Mountain Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Lake

We loved our stay, celebrating my wife's birthday. This is a very charming, cozy, classic mountain cabin with million dollar views of the lake. The views were spectacular & dramatic in any weather, and at any hour (we woke up one night to a perfect full moon illuminating the lake). The kitchen is small, but FULLY equipped, so we ate in every night--making dinners was much more fun than going out. The cabin easily accommodated two (small) families, six people total, and our host Kenneth was great & very responsive. (One small drawback: the only shower is downstairs in a kind of separate bunkhouse unit--but there is a beautiful tub upstairs with a glorious view of the lake!) A charming, homey, welcoming cabin--and you can't beat the location! Also, a quick walk down to the lake for lovely walks--or swimming (when the weather is warmer)...
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose T.

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

Couldn’t have been better

The property was just as advertised....quaint, charming and cozy. It was well equipped and you can’t beat the location. It was the perfect place for a quiet and relaxing getaway. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anina B.

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

Beautiful view and full of character!

We were very comfortable and had everything we needed in this charming cabin with a beautiful view of the lake! We had a great stay and we’re very comfortable. Communication with the host was easy, but we didn’t have any issues. We travelled with 2 small children and they had a great time as well. There was a baby gate for the stairs. The deck was so peaceful and evenings by the fire were a real treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Beautiful views

Kenneth and Phil's place was so fun. It was older (obviously, it's a 100 year old cabin!) but in great shape and had some beautiful details/architecture. But what makes this place so great is the view! It made the stay extra special.

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

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

1925 Classic Lake Arrowhead Retreat

Very cool, 100 year old cabin with an amazing view of the lake. Have never seen a sunrise like this one. While a classic, all utilities work like new. Had a great time, plan to go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful winter stay

Very rustic vintage retreat with lived-in feel and huge stone fireplace. Captivating view of the lake and distant snow covered mountains. Wonderfully responsive and communicative host.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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Magic

Not enough words to describe this incredible property. Couldn’t ask for more charm. So cozy. It was the perfect Fall getaway. Kenneth made the whole process so easy, was incredibly accommodating and responded quickly to every question.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Amazing time

Property was amazing! 1925 home, very well maintained, instructions on what to do was awesome! Kenneth responded to questions immediately! Would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

George C.

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Mountain Retreat

One of the things we were looking for was an authentic mountain cabin, and if that is what you want, then look no more. Cedar Glen is rustic and a historic gem. It is perfectly situated to get a huge view of the lake and magical sunsets. If you want to relax and truly enjoy nature then Cedar Glen is your place. We cannot wait to go back! I must also mention that Kenneth was a great host and provided clear instructions to gain access to and use the cabin. 5 Stars!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bertie R., Long Beach, CA

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Another memorable stay!

We came in March pre-Covid lockdown and it snowed hours after we arrived and the next four days were nothing short of magic in this place! We came back last week to enjoy summer here and it was just as beautiful. What a treat to open all the windows and the doors and enjoy the sounds and sights and smells only a vintage cabin can offer. We ate dinner on the patio of the Grill at Antler Inn over in Twin Peaks and walked the trail around the lake that is easy to get to from the cabin. We BBQ’d our dinners, drank wine on the patio until bedtime, and even enjoyed a fire one evening. One of the days we took the short drive up to Big Bear and walked the quaint little streets only a charming mountain town can offer. Looking forward to a revisit this fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie F.

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

Gorgeous views during Covid!

Kenneth made the process of check in and check out super easy ... along with the whole stay. Great communicator and host at this funky, charming, loved and loved-in cabin. Covid 19 of course played a big part in our decision to escape LA to the mountains, and so thrilled we did. We chose a five day period in Late July that happened to be unusually hot at Arrowhead and without A/C, it was a bit difficult ... the front porch was our favorite spot, and with umbrellas and the awning open, the sun was more bearable. When normally you’d have access to the beach, we weren’t allowed without a member present so we got creative with our outings. We found one small beach called Peninsula Park which was a 150 step walk-down where the kids played and we could’ve bbq’d next to the marina. It was lovely! But other than that, and a trip for ice cream and coffee to the town, we struggled to occupy everyone. A day trip to Big Bear on a boat was so worth it, and an afternoon with friends at another home filled our time. Without true beach access, it was tough though. As much as it’s great to have a dock to jump off of, it was a drive from the house... which no one was compelled to do. The walk to town was too far for our little ones (only 1.5 miles so a good walk!) but a lovely option if you want. As for the house, the kitchen was fully equipped and clean! To take a shower you have to go outside the home (I can’t imagine during the winter!) and use the bottom floor bathroom. We didn’t even use those two beds... but snuck down for the shower. So that was odd. We had a lovely stay and loved that the house was close to everything! Waking up to that lake view in the Master Bedroom made it all worth it.

8/10 Good

Miia L., Irvine California

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The VIEW!!!

We had a wonderful stay in Lake Arrowhead at Boulder Crest. Very rustic quaint home with the best view. We spent most of our time on the deck being physically distant with the trees during this time of the Covid pandemic. My son has multiple environmental and dust allergies so he was congested the whole time there as the place could use a bit of a deep clean( beating the rugs and pillows and blankets free of dust). This ,however, did not deter him or us from enjoying our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Amy G.

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Charming

+: Stellar, unblocked view of lake from the top large deck, and the lower deck; quaint, charming, quirky old house; fully supplied with all you need except for food; nice tv/dvd player with Dvds; comfy twin/full beds with a fan on lowest level; wood fireplace; Love all the windows (with screens) for great breeze in house; comfy couches; The upstairs rooms have bedside tables on both sides or beds with their own lamps; we used the dock key to enjoy swimming and a picnic at the shaded table at the dock. —: upstairs queen bed in lake view room was uncomfortable (too firm)—I had to ditch my spouse to sleep on a more comfortable twin bed downstairs; ants in the kitchen and bathrooms (Mostly just some “scouts”); the lack of a bathroom on the main (middle) level was an issue (for prob just me); the lowest level bedroom seems very far away because we had to go outside in order to get to it, so I did not want to lock the main door at night in case a family member needed to come inside the main part of the house in middle of the night.. We probably wouldn’t stay in winter, though, due to the outside-only access to the lowest level room/bathroom. There is no shower in upstairs bathroom—just a tub. (The shower is in lowest level “outside” room). Overall, we really liked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elyse B.

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

Magnificent

This house is special in so many ways. The view from the deck will nourish your soul. I spent six blissful days mostly inside, reading and writing and gazing dreamily at the lake. The image will carry me through the coming months when, to quote WB Yeats, “While I stand ... on the pavement grey/I hear it in the deep heart’s core.”

10/10 Excellent

tony k.

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Enchanting and memorable family getaway in charming historic cabin!

Kenneth is an exceptionally kind host! Everything was absolutely perfect during our stay. We visited Lake Arrowhead with our 14-year-old twins and my 82-year old mom, who has early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease but who is still very agile. There are steps to the bedrooms at this property and she navigated them well by holding onto the railing and walking slowly. The views from the large deck are majestic and mesmerizing. The access to the dock gave us an opportunity to fish with our kids for the first time — our son caught a rainbow trout and couldn’t have been happier! We enjoyed using Kenneth’s kayak as well. My mom even walked with us down the stairs (there had to have been more than 100?!) down to the Lake trail, and all the way to the village. She loved the scenery but was pretty tired after getting to the village, so a couple of us walked back to get the car and pick her up for the ride home. Still, it was quite a feat since she had a quadruple bypass and hip replacement surgery a few years ago. We played board games and my teens loved having their own space in the bunkhouse below the main home. It’s so cool to think this cozy home was built almost 100 years ago in 1925. It’s incredible to see how very clean and well-maintained it is after almost a century! Boulder Crest was the perfect escape for our family and we so appreciate Kenneth and his family for opening up their little slice of heaven in the trees to the rest of us! (Note: we did cut a watermelon and noticed a few ants appear, hungry for the sweet juice— a few got into our bag of blueberry muffins— so we just made sure to really clean the countertop well and we put our muffins in the fridge — and after that we didn’t spot another ant! So just be careful not to leave food out :)) Thank you, again, Kenneth and family, for sharing this gem of a home with us. I know your family has had so many great memories there, and we so appreciate you allowing us to make some of our own there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P.

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

Amazing stay

Lake view from the balcony & master bedroom room was amazing! Enjoyed breakfast & dinner each day on the balcony! House was exactly what we were looking for. Easy walk on the beautiful lake trail to the village.

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Robins

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I am a writer as well as the landlord of multifamily buildings in Los Angeles and Palm Desert. I'm particularly fond of this cabin. We have owned it for 20 years.. Our kids have some of the best memories of their childhood there. Because we still use it, I am particular about renting it. It's not for parties, large groups, or people looking for excitement. It's quiet and magical.

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