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Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna

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A modern kitchen with a built-in island, stainless steel appliances, and a stone backsplash.
A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to another room.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a snow-covered front yard.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a fireplace.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Big Bear Lake
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • High-speed internet
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Boulder Bay Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Common Space

3 Single Beds

First Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft

3 Single Beds

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna

Escape to Big Bear at this bright and spacious mountain getaway. Located in Boulder Bay, this inviting 1,700+ sq ft cabin combines modern comforts with a peaceful mountain setting. Enjoy a private hot tub, sauna, game room, cozy wood-burning fireplace and spacious backyard surrounded by nature, all just a short walk from Big Bear Lake and kayak rentals.

Make the most of your Big Bear getaway with plenty of space to relax and have fun together. Start your mornings with coffee in the peaceful mountain surroundings, spend the day exploring the lake and nearby trails, then come home to soak in the hot tub or relax in the sauna. When it's time to wind down, gather around the fireplace or challenge everyone to a game in the entertainment room.

Inside the cabin
Relax in the spacious living area with comfortable seating, a Smart TV, dining table and bar seating. Cozy up around the wood-burning stove fireplace or enjoy a movie night with fast WiFi and streaming apps.
The fully equipped kitchen features granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a stove and oven, double-door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher and microwave. Additional kitchen amenities include a blender, toaster, coffee maker, cookware, dishes, pots and pans and more.

The dedicated game room offers plenty of entertainment with air hockey, darts, board games and card games.

Sleeping arrangements
The cabin accommodates up to 9 guests.
• Master Bedroom – King bed, electric fireplace and private bathroom
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed and electric fireplace
• Loft – Three twin beds
• Game room – Twin-over-twin bunk bed
• 1.5 bathrooms

Amenities
• Fast WiFi
• Smart TV with Roku and streaming apps
• Private hot tub
• Private sauna
• Game room with air hockey and darts
• Wood-burning stove fireplace
• Electric fireplaces
• Board games and card games
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Dishwasher
• Stackable washer and dryer
• Patio furniture
• Gas BBQ
• Spacious backyard
• Mountain views
• EV charger
• Parking for 3 vehicles
• Pet-friendly for dogs

Outdoor space
Step outside into the spacious backyard surrounded by trees and nature. Relax in the private hot tub, unwind in the sauna, enjoy the patio furniture or fire up the gas BBQ for an outdoor meal. The peaceful setting makes it easy to slow down and enjoy the fresh mountain air.

Location
Located in Boulder Bay, the cabin is about a 5-minute walk from Big Bear Lake and kayak rentals, with Boulder Bay Park also nearby. The Village, Snow Summit, Bear Mountain, Big Bear Alpine Zoo and National Forest hiking trails are just a short drive away.

Other things to note
- Parking allowed for 1 vehicle in driveway, 2 in front of back garage
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Maximum of 9 guests total, with no more than 8 adults.
- Pet fee $75 per pet (dogs only)
- Ev charger available
- VRR-2024-0992

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn the thermostat to 55 degrees. Do not turn off heaters, may result in frozen pipes. Cabins with a hot tub must have jets shut off, cover on and locked. Wash, dry, and put away all dishes.
Remove all trash and take to the appropriate trash site location. See confirmation for address. Trash removal is the City/County Law and not our rule.
Text us at 909-403-3217 upon departure and leave the name of the cabin. Report any damages or information we should be aware of about the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Wash all dishes.
Per City/County ordinance, garbage must be taken by the guest to one of the locations listed on your confirmation.
If your property is pet-friendly, please ensure you clean up after your pet to maintain a clean and pleasant environment for all guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VRR-2025-0950
Property # 9586780
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

About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Boulder Bay, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Village. Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Metcalf Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boulder Bay Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pleasure Point Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Village - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bear Trap - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boulder Bay Bungalow - Updated mountain retreat with hot tub, game table, and sauna located?

Located in Boulder Bay, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Metcalf Bay and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from The Village. Pleasure Point Marina and Big Bear Lake 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. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 - Excellent

Had the best time at your Cabin Thank you
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Cozy bungalow

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the jacuzzi was an extra treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2024
Hello Tanya! Thank you for staying with us and leaving a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the cabin and hot tub. We look forward to having you back soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin!

Fun place to stay. Close to the lake/boat rentals. The game room is awesome, we had a lot of fun both on the lake and off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Roy, Thank you for staying with us and leaving a review. We're glad to hear that you had an enjoyable experience with us. We hope to have you back soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked well for our boys and their friends. Community sleeping set up was ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
Hi Scott! We’re so glad to hear the setup worked well for your group! Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great places for family

As a family of 4, we had a great time at this house. Adorable neighborhood, close to the lake, set up nicely for cooking, and a gorgeous bathroom and many bedrooms. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Carolyn, Thank you for staying with us and writing a review. We're happy to hear that you liked the cabin's amenities and location, and that you and your family had a great time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Great family home. Lots of fun and space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Rebecca, Thank you for your time and feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the home, and we hope to see you again soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Place and Location

This cabin was great place to host a family of 9 and a dachshund. Very close to the Village and Boulder Bay Park (walking distance). The neighbors were really nice as well. Overall recommend this place
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy

Great house, better than the photos. Good for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Francesco, Thank you for the time and feedback. We're glad you liked the house and we hope to have you and your family back soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great local neighborhood

Kids loved the air hockey and we all enjoyed jacuzzi. Plenty of beds with soft blankets. Close to the lake and village.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hi Kelly, Thank you for staying with us and leaving a review. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at the cabin with the amenities. We can't wait to host your next stay! Big Bear Cool Cabins
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Stay

Everything went perfectly during my stay. The house was very clean and well set up. The staff was great to deal with as well! Looking forward to my next visit. Thank you so much!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful retreat for our family!

We stayed here for my son's birthday and had an absolutely blast. The air hockey table was a big hit. The beds were so comfortable and you can't beat the wood stove in the mornings.Felt very roomy despite having 7 people in it. Will definitely be returning!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Big Bear Cabin

The cabin was cute, well accommodated, and in an excellent location. Property managers were responsive and helpful during a little bit of struggle during the check-in process (don't use a digital credit card for this cabin, make sure to use one you have in plastic). It was a short walk to Boulder Bay park and a couple Marinas. Overall, we had an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Hi, Nicholas! Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you found the cabin cute, well-accommodated, and in an excellent location. It's great to know that our property managers were responsive and helpful. We’re glad you enjoyed the short walk to Boulder Bay Park and the nearby marinas. We look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boulder Bay

Was great holiday weekends and cabin was perfect and cozy. Only issues were we could not get the Barbecue to work and we could not get the spa to heat up. Both were amenities we were looking for
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Tabi, Thank you for staying with us and leaving a review. We wish we could have addressed the issues during your stay, but we're glad you found the cabin perfect and cozy, and had a great experience overall. We hope to see you again soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend trip

The house was very nice. Plenty of space. My husband and I were there with my daughter and family Celebrating my 65th Birthday. The air hockey was a Big hit with my grandchildren! The host were always available if we had any questions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quick getaway

We had a blast. Game room was a hit with the kids. Nice yard space for snow play. Hot tub was enjoyable as well, despite it being a little worse for wear. Nicely updated kitchen, we didn’t leave for food, just cooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hi Lauren, Thank you for your time and we appreciate your feedback. We're happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed and had a comfortable stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than advertised!

The house was better than the pic! Very cozy and decorated very nice inside and out. Kids loved sauna and the second floor was their own. For such a small space we felt very cozy and happy. FYI sun comes in hot so make sure you put up the shades before afternoon hours ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Amy, Thank you for the time and feedback. We're happy to hear that you loved the cabin's decorations and the amenities it has to offer! We hope to have you back again in the future! Big Bear Cool Cabins
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 - Excellent

We enjoyed the stay at the Boulder Bay Bungalow it is a very nice cabin. The only recommendation I would say is to change the lock of the second bedroom next to the playroom. The current lock is not too secure. Other than that everything was great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

B-day getaway

Everything was fantastic, from start to finish. Cool Cabins was an excellent place to book with. They were very helpful, friendly and responsive to every inquiry I made. I was thrilled to be able to add-on a Birthday package and a food stock. Our trip was a quick one for our son's 16th b-day with 5 of his buddies, so time was limited. The flexibility and options available for the b-day package and food stock were great! Thank you for a great place, great service and a great experience!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Horrible management

The check in was the worst experience ever there was an issue and they were unable to assist with us they couldn't contact a manager and we lost a few hours trying to fix an issue check in supper late we already had drove from far with our children worst thing ever the cabin was beautiful and we made the best of it .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hi, Monique! Our policies are put in place for the security of our guests and company. These policies were emailed to you on 9/30. We make sure to inform our guests on everything to bring along prior to their arrival to ensure a seamless check-in process. Thank you, Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family stay

The home was really great and appeared as pictured. The property was easily accessible and had plenty of parking in front and back. I have 4 kids, ages 5-12, and they loved the game room and the loft. We could have easily fit another small family. Game/bunk room is connected to the king bed room downstairs. Upstairs loft had 4 twins and adjoining queen bedroom. The home is really well laid out to maximize the space, and having a second bathroom (half bath) made things a lot easier. It seems like there was a recent renovation, so the house is very nice, but not so fancy that I had to be nervous about the kids breaking anything. Spa, BBQ, and everything else we need worked great. Kitchen is well stocked, and we cooked most of our own meals. Back court yard is great for bird watching. Neighbors were very friendly. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Hello Katherine, Thank you for your time and we appreciate your feedback. We're happy to hear you liked the cabin and all of the amenities it has to offer for you and your family to have an enjoyable stay with us! We look forward to welcoming you back again! Big Bear Cool Cabins
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not coming back

We decided to spend the weekend in this cabin, due to its location near the lake, the games room, hot tub and grill, but it was a big disappointment, the propane tank for the grill was empty, we had to go get a refill, the lights in the hut tub do not work, the table game has a broken disk and the other game is not even in service, although the kitchen and bathroom have been renovated, the sheets in the bedrooms smell bad, the house is very dirty, and the lights in the stairs turn on and off for no reason, the front and back gate don't close properly,we are glad we only stayed one night and will definitely not be returning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Hi, Marcia! I'm truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. It sounds like your stay was far from what you expected, and I can understand how frustrating it must have been to encounter so many issues, especially when you were looking forward to a relaxing weekend. I apologize for the inconvenience you faced and appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. We will be addressing these concerns with our team immediately to prevent this from happening in the future. Your feedback is invaluable, and we want to ensure that future guests have a much better experience.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property is in a great location, quiet neighborhood, close to the lake, not far from the village and shopping. It was a decent sized space, and had enough beds to accommodate our group. The house itself unfortunately was filthy. The floors weren't cleaned, the walls and baseboards were covered in dirt, the countertops weren't wiped down. I'm not sure why they charge a cleaning fee if the place isn't cleaned. The doors and windows don't open/shut well. The arcade game in the advertised game room, didn't work - which was a disappointment as the gameroom is one of the big selling points. Parking is weird and wasn't explained at all, and we ended up getting a call from the rental company to move our cars - which was an inconvenice. There's parking on the back of the property, but you only have access to the code on the front door, so if you leave and come back, you literally have to walk around the block to get to the front door and get in, or hop a fence on the property. Not exactly convenient with kids or at night. For our next trip, we will definitely look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

2 - Fair

Tiene mucho detalle
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

2 - Fair

Tiene muchos defectos esta cabaña
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

2 - Fair

Tiene mucho detalle

About the host

Hosted by Big Bear Cool Cabins

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Big Bear Cool Cabins invites you to be our guest in the beautiful mountains of Southern California. With more than 325 properties, ranging from single-room cabins to entire lodges, Big Bear Cool Cabins has the perfect lodging for your adventure. We look forward to hosting you soon! Escape to beautiful Big Bear with mild summer temperatures and snowy winters. Big Bear Lake is a year round resort with a beautiful lake for boating and fishing, the best slopes in southern California for skiing and snowboarding, the National Forest for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, a quaint Village full of shops and restaurants, golf, animal park and much, much more. For the time you do spend indoors, make sure it's a premium vacation rental from Big Bear Cool Cabins. Located just a couple of hours from Los Angeles and Orange County and about three hours from San Diego or Las Vegas. Big Bear Lake, Southern California is the perfect vacation destination. Pet friendly cabins available!

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