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Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake

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Cozy mountain living room with a fan ceiling, stone fireplace, comfy seating, and smart TV—perfect for relaxing evenings, movie nights, and warm cabin vibes after outdoor adventures.
Cozy mountain dining area to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal after outdoor adventures.
Fully equipped cabin kitchen with ample cabinetry, stove, fridge, microwave, and coffee maker—perfect for cooking meals, morning coffee, and feeling right at home on your stay.
Cozy mountain dining area to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal after outdoor adventures.
Peaceful cabin bedroom with plush bedding, and beautiful views—ideal for restful nights, cozy mornings, and a relaxing mountain escape.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Big Bear Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Snow Summit
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Single Level

1 King Bed

Single Level

1 Queen Bed

Single Level

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Single Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake

Popko's Place – Walk to Snow Summit & Save on Parking | Near Village Dining & the Lake

Calling all snow lovers, hikers, bikers, and mountain-season adventurers! Popko's Place is your cozy, single-level alpine chalet perfectly positioned for year-round fun. Located just a half-mile walk to the Snow Summit lifts, you can skip parking fees, beat the crowds, and head straight to the slopes or bike park. You're also just minutes from the Village, the lake, and local dining, making this one of Big Bear's most convenient spots for any getaway.

Step inside to a warm, inviting living room designed for relaxation after a day on the mountain. Snuggle up on the plush couches, sip cocoa by the wood-burning fireplace, and stream your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV with complimentary cable and high-speed WiFi. The well-appointed kitchen has everything your chef needs from cookware to general appliances and a dishwasher for easy cleanup. A log dining table and breakfast bar stools offer plenty of cozy seating for shared meals, game nights, or morning coffee by the fire.
All three bedrooms are conveniently located on one level and come fully prepared with fresh linens, warm blankets, and soft towels so you can settle right in and unwind. Large windows bring in natural light and mountain charm throughout the space.

Outside, enjoy a sunny deck, fenced backyard, and Charcoal BBQ perfect for grilling after a day of adventure. With walking access to Snow Summit (winter skiing, snow tubing, summer bike park, and scenic sky chair rides), endless trails, and Big Bear's top attractions just minutes away, Popko's Place is the ideal base camp for every season.
Book your stay today and experience your new home away from home in the mountains!

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: Full Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Deck Access
Bedroom 3: King Bed

Bathroom Arrangements:
Hallway Full Bath-

-Sleeps 6
-3 Car Driveway Parking
-3 Pets Welcome w/ Additional Fee
-1,200 Square Feet
City Permit #: VRR-2023-2260

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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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
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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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VRR-2021-1141

Frequently asked questions

Is Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake on 11 June 2026 start from NZ$266, 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 Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Popko's Place • Walk to Snow Summit | Skip Parking Fees, Minutes to Village & Lake located?

Located in Summit Estates, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Summit. The Village is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack Z.

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

Great location and perfect for small groups

The house was within a couple of blocks of Snow Summit, which was great. Everything else as advertised - warm and cozy, with all the needed supplies an amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Big Bear Vacations and for the 5-star rating. We're happy that you were able to take advantage of the great location that our property Popko's Place offers. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fawn N.

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

Great location, comfy house

House was great for our mountain biking, 4th of July weekend! Very spacious living area, dining table and back yard. It was fun to look at the old time decor and photos. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled that the house worked well for your mountain biking and 4th of July weekend. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the spacious living area, dining table, and backyard, as well as the old-time decor and photos. We look forward to hosting you again at Big Bear Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

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

Nice

Accurate as described. Nice, clean, and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2023
Thanks so much Jason! Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill S.

Older cabin, but got the job done

Very close to snow summit. Microwave and coffee maker need to be replaced. Everything else great. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to host you for this trip to the mountains! We appreciate having you as our guests and hope that your time with us was a very memorable experience. We are looking forward to the opportunity to host you and your family again for your next trip to Big Bear!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adileni N.

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

Home away from home

Very cozy, and within walking distance to ski resort for snowboarding/skiing and tubing. Property manager was very helpful at check in. The Cabin itself had a nice backyard with a firepit (propane) and grill (coal). Heater worked very well and got the cabin to a nice toasty temperature while enjoying the beautiful snowy view. *Just an FYI because we didn't mind this but someone might* The room across from the master bedroom has a door that leads to the backyard and the air does seep through. If you sleep with the door closed and come in the winter this room will get very cold. (But we like sleeping in a chilly house so again we didn't mind this for us) max 7 min drive to any locations, nearby a lot of resourceful spots. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2023
Thanks so much for your amazing review Adileni! We made sure to add weather stripping to that door to ensure it is toasty for guests year round now! Hope to host you again for another great visit here at Popkos Place!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle F.

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

Great Location

The location was terrific. The house was nice and roomy. Very nostalgic looking at the pictures on the walls. If you like to cook meals, like I do, you should bring your own pans. Definitely a skillet and a sheet pan. Don't forget your hair dryer either. The lighting in the dining area was not very good. We used a flashlight we brought to illuminate the area to eat and to work on a puzzle. Also wish there was a washer/dryer at the property. It would have been nice to dry damp ski gear. Having a fireplace was great and really heated up the space. We were unable to figure out how to get the TVs to work. We did reach out to management and did get a quick response back stating maintenance would come the next morning, but no one showed up. We didn't push the issue, choosing instead to use our phones and played card games. The Wi-Fi was great. Overall, it was a nice stay and would stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the terrific location and the nostalgic charm of the house with Big Bear Vacations! Your feedback regarding the kitchen amenities, lighting in the dining area, and the absence of a washer/dryer is greatly appreciated, and we'll take it into account for future improvements. We apologize for the inconvenience with the TVs and the maintenance no-show; we'll address this promptly to ensure better service for our guests. It's wonderful to hear that the fireplace and Wi-Fi enhanced your stay, and we're glad you had a nice overall experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future! Thank you for choosing us.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeannette N.

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

So Much Potential

Miscommunication is always the death of a business. This property is maintained by Big Bear Vacations. There is a disconnect between them and VRBO. This house had NO AC. Now, there is no way to know this until after you have already rented the house because VRBO doesn't mention it. So, you don't get that information until after you have rented the home and BBV sends out a short info about the house. Unfortunately, you may be in the no refund part of your rental and now you have an issue. Knowing that there is no AC and that (even though it's a mountain, it still gets hot) there were NO FANS available for the patrons. I will state that the BBV employees were very kind and did get me a fan. It just wasn't enough for this house. The house is old and mildewy. You can see it in the sink of the bathroom, the shower and the sink in the kitchen. The water backs up in the shower and bathroom sink and kitchen sink. The electrical sockets are a crap shoot. Some work, some don't. For a rental that is on the more expensive side, the house does not come properly equipped with what a family would need to spend a week there. Everything is mish mosh and should be updated. The carpet flooring is very spotted and the tile areas need to be replaced. This house rents as "dog friendly" and you would think the backyard would be a good place for your companion. It wasn't. It's all dirt, and rocks and truly a dangerous and dirty place to leave your best friend. Finally, you pay a cleaning fee when you rent, yet you have to take the trash to the city trash center. I know I sound very critical. I think this cabin could be fabulous and the owners probably don't even know everything that house needs. Please be very careful when renting and make sure you ask very pertinent questions before you do rent. Once again, the employees of Big Bear Vacation were fabulous. It's the owners that need to get in there and update this diamond in the rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Thank you for sharing your recent experience with us. We truly regret the inconvenience caused to you and under no circumstances, we want our guests to feel as if we are compromising on any aspect of our service. I have forwarded your concern to our management and we are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly and accurately. Please know that our team strives for excellence in every stay and we certainly hope to be able to host you again for a much better visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

kuroudo i.

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

Perfect location!!

5min Walking distance to Snow Summit is the best when you have 9yrs old twins! Although it’s a bit pricey, you Can save money for the upper parking lot ($40 each day and plus don’t have to get up too early to get the best parking) and lunch (family of four can spend about $80 per day)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 January 2023
We thank you for rating us and for sharing your recent experience with us. We are glad that you find our property location to be convenient. Our Big Bear Vacations team is looking forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Location is perfect!

Nestled into the quiet neighborhood just a short walk to Summit! My son, dog, and I really enjoyed the cozy house and it’s location. Took us 5 mins to get from the front door to the chair! It’s also close to the town trail where there’s fantastic hiking and sledding! The recliner couch is next level and just what you need after a full day on the mountain. I will definitely stay here again, I just hope it’s available!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2022
We are so happy to hear of your wonderful experience with us for your mountain getaway. Thank you again for being such great guests and treating our home as your own! Our team is looking forward to the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt a.

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

Charming

Our main motivation for choosing this property was the lack of a 2 day minimum for weekend stay, we only wanted Sunday night for the 4th of July. We were pleasantly surprised by this cozy little house. Couch was large and comfy, internet was pretty fast, bed was comfortable. We arrived around 5pm and the house was quite warm, after about 4hrs with windows open and fans running it was nice and crisp. Great location, close to the village. Despite being the 4th we had no issues with noise. This property is reasonably priced for what it offers, we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2021
Thanks so much Matt- We are so glad we were able to accommodate your last minute request and you enjoyed Popkos cabin. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exactly as advertised. Quiet, comfortable, and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley J.

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

Cute House

This was a cute little cabin. Overall good stay but the shower was full of mold. With such a high cleaning fee I expected a slightly cleaner bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2020
Thanks Ashley Our team has been working with the owner and had erected the shower issue. We do hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl C.

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

Cozy, Clean & Pet Friendly!

Well kept, clean and cozy. Perfect for a small family. Great location, close to Snow Summit, Village and Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2020
Thanks so much for your review! Popkos is a walk to Summit ski and bike park so is a great year round location! See you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asa L.

Great Cabin in a Great Location

Really cute cabin in a great location near the slopes and town. Perfect for a couple, two moms and a dog. The beds were comfy, the hot water worked great, and there was a nice fire pit in the back. The few things that we wish would have been different, would be to have had more than 1 trash bag, 2 rolls of toilet paper and for the dishwasher to work since we were there over Thanksgiving weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you for your review Asa. We are looking forward to hosting you again soon!!

About the host

Hosted by Big Bear Vacations

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We're here to ensure a 5-star experience for every guest. Our team offers 24/7 support and local experience packages.

Reservation Holder Must Be 21+ - ID Required for Access
Rental Agreement & Good Neighbor Policy Required*

Good Neighbor Policy enforced at all times. Removing trash and Wash Dishes. No Smoking, Parties, Events, Loud Music, Street Parking, or Over Occupancy Allowed. Fines/Evictions possible by both Code Enforcement and Big Bear Vacations.

Check-in after 4:00 pm - Check-out before 10:00 am
No Early Arrival/Late Departure During Peak Seasons or Holidays.

There is No Street Parking Allowed in Big Bear- Make Every Attempt to Get Cars Off the Street for Snowplows. November thru April the law requires snow chains in your cars.

Pet Policy-Pet Friendly Homes Only-$40/Pet/Night
Pets must be acknowledged and may not be left unattended in the home. Owners must clean up after pets; subject to added cleaning fees for violations.

All homes include clean linens, and fresh bath towels for the occupancy. A kitchen with basic cookware and small starter amount of dish soap, toilet paper, and trash bags will be supplied. Paper towels, coffee filters/coffee, specialty appliances, nor condiments/spices/oils are supplied.

No Pay-Per-View Ordering in any homes.

No refunds/credits for cancellations or trip interruptions due to acts of nature, (especially snow, fire, power outages) weather, road conditions, mechanical or electrical failures, spa malfunctions, or other equipment factors beyond our control.

This is a forested mountain community home to critters- animals or insects you may encounter are spiders, moths, flies, squirrels, gophers, bears, coyotes, burro, bear, bats, etc. Our team inspects prior to arrival but cannot guarantee the home will be free of these forest critters.

We reserve the right to offer a comparable property or issue a full refund if circumstances arise that are beyond our control and your property is made unavailable for any reason.

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