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Big Pines Lakeside Studio Cottage at Big Bear Lake

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Enjoy a relaxing evening with a view of the lake, with a charcoal BBQ.
A king-size bed.
A living room with a TV to enjoy a movie night.
A living room with a TV and a king size bed.
A living room with a TV and a king size bed.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Single Level- Studio

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Single Level- Hallway 3/4 Bath (Shower Only)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Big Pines Lakeside Studio Cottage at Big Bear Lake

Big Pines Cabin at Shore Acres- Couples Lakeside Cottage

Discover the charm of Shore Acres Lodge, a relaxing rustic retreat with breathtaking views of Big Bear Lake and direct lake access. Managed by Big Bear Vacations, this historic site offers twelve mountain-style cabins on two acres of pine-shaded lakefront. Originally Potters Camp in the early 1900s, it now caters to all types of vacationers seeking a unique mountain experience, from couples and families to large groups for gatherings and events.

Each cabin is ideal for an adventure in the mountains offering the comforts from home, modern essentials, and an unbeatable location in the mountains. Reserved individually or combined together these adorable cottages and the incredible location becomes the perfect year-round destination for any season, sitting just steps away from the shoreline at Big Bear Lake and within a short walk to local marinas and the downtown Village area. Relax on lake-view decks, enjoy the group patio area, or use the provided Charcoal BBQ for grilling.

Shore Acres Lodge boasts fantastic facilities: a lakefront location, seasonal shared boat dock, fishing area, summertime community swimming pool (weekends only, Memorial Day to Labor Day), outdoor horseshoe and volleyball pit, kids swing-set, large outdoor BBQ and picnic area, outdoor table tennis, onsite trash disposal, hi-speed WIFI access, flat screen streaming TVs, and a spacious pet-friendly property. (California Leash Law + Pet Fee Applies). Ample flat parking is available year-round. Walking distance to the Big Bear Village and local marinas this is an ideal location any time of the year!

Sleeping Arrangements:
Studio Bedroom: King Bed

Bathroom Arrangements:
Hallway 3/4 Bath- (Shower Only)

-Sleeps 2
-1 Car Driveway Parking
-1 Pet Welcome w/ Additional Fee
-325 Square Feet
Hotel Permit #: PR0013888

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About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Holloway's Marina & RV Park and Big Bear Marina 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Metcalf Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Village - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oakside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Pet-friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean cabin. Great water pressure. Great location. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Thank you for the review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the great location and the excellent water pressure. It is also rewarding to know you found the cabin clean and would definitely return. We truly appreciate your honesty and look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Fabiola D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Upon arrival to the cabin, the kitchen sink wasn’t working properly and lots of water came out flooding the
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal W.

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

Cozy

Great property. Comfortable location and nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the comfort and location of the property. It’s always our goal to provide a relaxing experience, and we hope to welcome you back to Big Bear Vacations for another great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lupe C.

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

Relaxing

Very nice stay at the cabin cozy And comfortable would definitely do it again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2022
Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review, Lupe. We are so pleased to hear you found your accommodations at Big Bear Vacations to your liking. Our team is looking forward to the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Lovely cabin

Our cabin was bigger than we thought it would be, and it was set back from the street. We slept well and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2024
We're thrilled to hear that your experience at Big Bear Vacations exceeded expectations! It's wonderful that the cabin's size and secluded location contributed to a pleasant stay, allowing for restful nights. We're delighted to know you had a good sleep, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another visit in the future. Thank you for choosing us!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nila H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

good location, close to village

Rustic, but the location was beautiful. Cold nights, peasant days, could use improvements.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful location and being close to the village. We appreciate your suggestions for improvements and will keep them in mind. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back for an even better experience at Big Bear Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMY B.

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

Basic but nice

Easy to get instructions for the property and stay. Very basic, but clean, adequate for a weekend. Good deal for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Amy! Hope to host you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kayleen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Review- great location

Great location, parking right next to your mini cabin. Place was a bit dirty, looked like someone came in and worked on the place and left mid job (screws left out, bits dry wall?, blue bucket filled with stuff). Not the most functional construction but for a short stay it was good. Clean bed, clean shower and was a safe place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2023
Thank you for choosing Big Bear Vacations and for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback is valuable to us, as we strive to improve with each and every stay. While we're glad that you were able to take advantage of the great location and amenities that our property Big Pines offers, we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We have addressed the issue you mentioned with our housekeeping team, who have done a deep clean on the property. Thank you for rating us, and we hope to be able to host you again soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michele M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

July 2020 Big Bear

The location of the property near town and on the lake was perfect. All cabins had some lake view and you can walk to the lake. The inside of the cabin needed the floor leveled and paper towels. Also it could have been a little cleaner, especially the carpet with my dogs staying there. Overall I would rent again due to the lake location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2020
Thanks Michele for sharing this experience with us! We take all feedback seriously and have implemented better processes and improvements for a better experience. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jimmy M.

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

A day in Big Bear

We drove to Big Bear early Sunday morning and headed straight to ski on the mountain. We finished the day around 6pm and then took a quick ride to the main property office very closely located next to the base of Summit mountain. We had an easy check-in, and made another quick drive to the cottage, located right off the lake. It was clean and prepared. We stayed warm throughout the night. The company was very responsive during check-in and check-out. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2023
Thank you for choosing Big Bear Vacations and for rating us. We are so pleased to hear you found your stay at Big Pines to your liking. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Cute cabin

Cabin was perfect. Small but w everything u need. They updated bathroom and kitchen. Very nice. Shower pressure amazing. Left supplies in bathroom. Bed was huge. The ceiling fan really helped w cooling room down. Tv was great for lying in bed and watching. Outdoor area was very Champine w lots of open space for doggies. Lake was right there. Ping pong pool playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you found the cabin perfect and enjoyed the recent updates to the bathroom and kitchen. It's great to know that the shower pressure was amazing and that you found everything you needed. We're glad you and your doggies enjoyed the outdoor area and the proximity to the lake, as well as the amenities like the ping pong, pool, and playground. Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations! We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

bijan p.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

My time on Wednesday and Thursday at your cabin

unfortunately, we were not informed that our cabin doesn't have A/C and all windows are shut closed and we we not able to open the. it was unbearably hot at night and the place is dirty and run down and the picture we'd revived it was too different that what we experienced plus, TV was not working light outside, no working, bathroom has no valentines and be was very uncomfortable, etc..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
We're sorry to hear about the issues you faced during your stay. We ensure that our listings specify the absence of air conditioning, which may have been missed. We also wish you had reported the problems during your stay, as we could have provided immediate assistance and resolution. Your feedback is important, and we’ll address these concerns to improve future experiences.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jerame M.

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

103 Big Pine

Very hot inside in summer, no AC. Shower floor looked “sketchy”. Lights from outside shine through the windows right onto bed pillows. No fire pit. Make sure you bring everything you’ll need for cooking meals. This was not a bad experience just a learning one. Really close to the lake, walking distance. But not close to the village, unless you like to hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations. I'm sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations and that some of the amenities were not as you expected them to be. We send you arrival instructions and a supplies and amenities list prior to your arrival to know what we provide to better prepare. We strive to make sure all of our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay, so we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

R c.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Service fee

Manager unable to undo and extension of extra day even though we didn’t go back to the cabin after checking out in the morning of check out. He charge the late check out fee, when we checked out on time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 December 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay. I will be sure to share your feedback with our management and rest assured that we are taking the appropriate measures to address the concern you raised. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

Anniversary Trip

My husband and I rented this cabin for our 1st wedding anniversary and it was beyond amazing. The check in process was super easy and Brian at the front desk was super helpful. The cabin was exactly how it looked when we booked online. When we got to our room we noticed the screen door didnt sit properly and we called Brian who offered to send someone out the next morning (we checked in at 1030pm). We loved everything about this cabin. Our only complaint would be the shower. There is no shelving or caddy inside the shower to place your shampoo and soap so they have to go on the shower floor and the shower door was a little difficult to open/close. Other than that we will definitely be returning and recommending to our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks so much Heather! We are so glad that your anniversary trip was a great experience! Our team has taken your feedback to the owner and will be adding a shower caddy ;) Thanks again! Hope to see you next year (or sooner)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Big Bear Holiday Getaway!

Loved our stay and would definitely stay again. Very cute and quaint. It has everything you need as far as cookware in the kitchen, utensils, plates, stove fridge and microwave. Heater worked great to keep us warm and just enough space for 2! The wifi was a bit slow so it didn't connect well to streaming services but it has cable so not a big deal. Plus we were really only there to snowboard and enjoy the snow for a couple of days. Loved how close it was to town and Big Bear Mountain. It's just a short walk to the beautiful lake that's very peaceful and the chairs on the front porch are perfect for a morning cup of coffee or a night time cup of hot coco. The shower is smaller one person only but it gets the job done and the water gets nice and hot! No complaints here. Great place in a wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with Big Bear Vacations. We're glad that you were able to take advantage of the great location and amenities that our property Big Pines offers and had a great time during your stay. Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Fantastic - Highly Recommend

Highly, Highly Recommend! We stayed over the 4th of July (2021) weekend and the stay was so relaxing and the Fireworks show on the 4th was fantastic (Best spot on the lake). We stayed at Shore Acres #103 and loved it. From the time we arrived and checked in to the time we left, the staff at Big Bear Vacations as Top-Notch! When we arrived at the actual lodge at Shore Acres (Check-in is at a different location), we were greeted by Courtney who welcomed us and made us feel welcomed and comfortable. During our three days stay, she was always around to answer any questions and she was so friendly and outgoing, she just puts a smile on your face. Once your checked-in, you get a text message letting you know if you have any issues, the number to call for after hours emergency. Well, at 10:30pm our first night, the TV picture went off, but the sound was still playing. Not knowing if they would consider this an emergency, we called the number listed and within 15 minutes, we had a staff member (Chris) show up and determined the TV was bad. He went and got a brand-new TV and had it hooked up all within 30 minutes of our call. Chris was another team member that was super friendly, and we saw him throughout our stay, and he always said “Hi” and asked if we needed anything. Super High marks for both Courtney and Chris. We were hoping to meet Nick (the owner) to let him know how much we enjoyed our vacation at Shore Acres, but unfortunately, we didn’t get the chance to meet him on this visit. We have already booked our stay for July 4th, 2022, and hopefully we’ll get the chance to meet him then and run back into both Chris and Courtney. As much as we enjoyed Big Pine #103, we decided to go next year with Lakeview #110 and have the best view possible. One last comment, when we got home and booked next year’s vacation for the 4th of July, our Reservation and group specialist was Stephanie R. and she was so friendly and such a delight to speak with. She even wished me a Happy Birthday in my email confirmation for next year. We really had a fantastic time and can’t wait for next year’s 4th of July. Thanks Big Bear Vacations! Awesome time and you have an awesome staff…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2021
Dennis thank you so much for your very kind review! Our team is glowing over the experience that we were able to provide for you and we are all looking forward to next year!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute and cozy

This place was perfect. It was a cute little and cozy cabin perfect for two people and no more. It was right by a lake and a quick drive to downtown big bear “the village”. I would definitely book this place again!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review, Michael. We are so pleased to hear you found your accommodation at Big Bear Vacations to your liking. Our team is looking forward to the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Cute cabin

Small cabin. Perfect for a couple. We had our dog with us and the property was perfect. Short walk to the lake. Very calm little cove. (Blocks the wind) check in was a breeze. Very small kitchen but had everything you need as well as full size fridge. Stand up shower. The door was a tad broken but we figured it out. All in all very quaint place. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thanks so much for sharing your kind review with us! Our team is so happy to hear of your wonderful experience here in the mountains, Jennifer. We are all looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April R.

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

Perfect Getaway! Will come back

Took a 2 day trip with my husband and we fell in love with the location. Waking up in the morning and waking to the lake to see the sunrise was absolutely gorgeous! So peaceful. Our cabin was clean and cozy. Perfect for the two of us. Location is Very close to the village shops. Cutest bowling alley is right up the street and so much good food to enjoy at the village. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
So happy you enjoyed our vintage lodge for your visit Roe! This is the perfect year round location and yes, super close to the Village shops and bowling! So glad you got to enjoy this while you were here!! Our team can't wait to have you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia P.

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

Cottage near lake

Very quaint cabin. Small but has all the necessities. Quick drive to downtown. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us, Olivia. We hope you had an enjoyable and memorable stay. We're looking forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Goodtimes

Was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2022
Thanks so much for sharing your kind review with us! Our team is so happy to hear of your wonderful experience here in the mountains. We are all looking forward to hosting you again!
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