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Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly

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Living Room
Dining Area
Kitchen
Bedroom
Front

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly

Nestled against the natural rock formations of Boulder Bay and mere steps from Big Bear Lake, this unique Rustic Big Bear cabin offers a picturesque setting. Close to National Forest hiking trails, including Castle Rock, Boulder Bay Park, and The Lake.

LIVING SPACE - Cozy 700+ sq ft home with living room, TV, ceiling fan, dining table, a beautiful wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating.

ROOMS & BEDS - 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Bedroom has a queen bed. Living room has a sleeper sofa. Extra blankets and pillows are available.

KITCHEN - Beautiful custom counter tops, custom cabinets, stove with oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave with convection bake function, Air Fryer, blender, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, pots, and pans. The kitchen also features a breakfast bar for additional seating.

AMENITIES - Smart TV, streaming apps along with fast WiFi, board games, and card games. Cuddle up next to the cozy wood burning fireplace on those chilly Big Bear nights.

OUTDOORS - Large enclosed back deck with an outdoor kitchen area with built in natural gas barbecue. Front yard with hot tub.

PARKING - 1 car driveway. During Winter Months, guests will need chains/cables to get to the home or a 4-wheel drive vehicle, as it is partially unpaved.

Lake - close walk
Oktoberfest - 1.9 miles
Village - 2.4 miles
Snow Summit - 4.3 miles
Bear Mountain - 6 miles

​​​​​​​Other things to note:
​​​​​​​Max occupancy 4
Security Deposit: $250
Pet fee $75 per pet (dogs only)
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am

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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

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 VRR-2024-1321

About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Boulder Bay, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bowling Barn and SkyPark at Santa's Village. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Castle Rock Trail - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boulder Bay Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Metcalf Bay - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pleasure Point Marina - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oakside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bowling Barn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$261, 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 Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Cottage - Walk to Lake, Hot Tub, Deck, Fenced Patio, Pet friendly located?

Located in Boulder Bay, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and Castle Rock Trail. Boulder Bay Park and Metcalf Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

5 - Excellent

Good location. Very cozy
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Hi Daniel! Thank you for your review! We're glad you had a great stay and hope to host you again soon.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Darren N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
old vintage cottage,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Hi Darren! We’re glad you enjoyed the charm of our vintage cottage! Thank you for staying with us! We’d love to host you again on your next visit to Big Bear.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good spot for a weekend getaway

House was nice and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend on the mountain. Bonus that is is just a short walk from the castle rock trailhead and boulder bay park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Hi, Thank you for your review! We're so glad the house had everything you needed for a relaxing mountain weekend. Being just a short walk from Castle Rock Trailhead and Boulder Bay Park is definitely a great bonus! We’d love to welcome you back for another peaceful getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Cozy and Peaceful

Very quiet and serene. Big Bear has always been our "go to" place to visit for vacations, celebrations and just enjoy the peacefulness the mountains provide. We celebrated our 42nd Anniversary in our favorite place and it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2025
Hi Cathy! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! We’re honored you chose Big Bear, and our cabin, to celebrate such a special milestone. Congratulations on your 42nd anniversary! We're so glad your stay was peaceful and memorable, and we hope to welcome you back for many more celebrations in your favorite mountain getaway.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mollie C.

Cozy spot & easy stay!

Very cozy spot that's
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

cozy cabins

very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Hi Sharon! Thank you! We're glad you had a nice stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Big cabin

Really had a great time . Will & would recommend.cool cabins to anyone who would like to stay or go up to big bear for a day or weekend or week . It easy to do & you have all the comforts of home . You have everything you need at the cabin for you . I will be using them again next time we go back to big bear
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

5 - Excellent

Thank you it was very good to find out about you in person to know how to do it next time we come back up there for our next trip. Also know it easy to do & have a great place to stay for our next adventure. Definitely coming back up.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Nice stay

Property was great and host was very quick to reply to any messages. Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Hi Lee, Thank you for your time and feedback. We're happy to hear that you had a pleasant stay, and were satisfied with our customer service. We hope to see you again soon! Big Bear Cool Cabins
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

Lovely! But one thing

We had a great time in the Mountain Cottage. The only thing of note was the corner of the living room rug is very slippery and could use some tape. Thank you again for a lovely stay in Big Bear!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Francene W.

5 - Excellent

The cabin was cozy, very clean and easy to find. The jacuzzi beside the parking area was not inviting and there was no way to even get into it. The pics on line show the jacuzzi on the back deck which apparently wasn't working. We did not feel comfortable using the jacuzzi at the bottom of the front steps in the parking area. When we booked we were told someone would help us with starting a fire and putting on chains if we needed the help. Upon arrival we were told that was not true. However, the neighbors were so kind and helpful! The neighbor up the hill came down and helped us start a fire as well as teach me for the next time. The neighbors across the street checked on us the next day. We are very grateful for them. Luckily we did not need chains. The bed and sofa are not very comfortable but both were inviting. The cabin has a great view and is like a cozy little retreat. We definitely recommend and would book again because the positive outweighs the negatives!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Francene W.

5 - Excellent

The cabin was cozy, very clean and easy to find. The jacuzzi beside the parking area was not inviting and there was no way to even get into it. The pics on line show the jacuzzi on the back deck which apparently wasn't working. We did not feel comfortable using the jacuzzi at the bottom of the front steps in the parking area. When we booked we were told someone would help us with starting a fire and putting on chains if we needed the help. Upon arrival we were told that was not true. However, the neighbors were so kind and helpful! The neighbor up the hill came down and helped us start a fire as well as teach me for the next time. The neighbors across the street checked on us the next day. We are very grateful for them. Luckily we did not need chains. The bed and sofa are not very comfortable but both were inviting. The cabin has a great view and is like a cozy little retreat. We definitely recommend and would book again because the positive outweighs the negatives!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

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

Woodsy

Pros: the cabin is in a great location. Just a short drive to the village and right around the corner from boulder bay! It was far enough out that you felt like you were really out in nature. The cabin itself is cozy and we found the kitchen to be stocked with plenty of utensils which is always nice in a rental. The house stayed cool despite no AC (at least that we could find). The back deck got lots of sun and was nice to relax in. The couch and bed were comfortable. The outdoor grill was great too. Communication was also excellentCons: the house needs to be cleaned better. The walls in the bedroom had a lot of cobwebs in the corners and the light switchs were filthy. Whoever cleaned the place seemed to not be doing a thorough job. The back deck was littered with debri which is understandable given it’s in the woods, but it wouldn’t hurt to sweep it up in between guests. There were also random things strewn about like old bowls, string lights, a non functioning bbq, Christmas decor, etc. the deck furniture is in poor shape and was haphazardly placed around the deck. The hot tub was luke warm and the water was an off color so we didn’t feel comfortable using it at all. Also the cushions in the hot tub were either missing or disintegrating. The other major issue was ants. Every morning there were tons of ants crawling around the kitchen and they managed to get into our food before we knew there was a problem. They were on counters, in the sink, and all in the garbage can. :(
The smudged light switch
Murky hot tub and dirty head rest
Ants all in the garbage, forgot to take a pic of them on the counter
Back deck shown with non functional bbq and hose not put away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Hi Amanda! Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We're so glad you enjoyed the cabin’s peaceful location, comfortable furnishings, and the well-stocked kitchen—it's great to hear that those elements helped make your stay enjoyable. That said, we sincerely apologize for the cleanliness and maintenance issues you encountered. This is far from the standard we aim to provide, and we’ve already shared your feedback with our housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure these items are addressed immediately—including the deck upkeep, hot tub condition, and ant problem. We truly appreciate you pointing these out, as it helps us improve. We value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to host you again for a smoother and more comfortable experience in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kimberly G.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Hi Kimberly! Thank you for your review. We’re sorry to see that your stay did not meet expectations. We hope to be able to make it up to you in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adalberto R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2025
Hi, Adalberto! Thank you for staying with us. We hope you enjoyed your stay!

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 400 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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