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Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101716 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Big Bear Lake

Located in Big Bear Central, this vacation home is next to Metcalf Bay and Gilner Point. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Metcalf Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Big Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Village - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Big Bear Marina - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪De La Nonna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome

*****NEWLY REMODELED BATHROOM (leak has 100% been resolved)****
NEW PHOTOS COMING SOON

Bear's Lair is your LAKEFRONT home away from home located on Metcalf Bay only a short drive to Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Our home has stunning lake, marina, and Mountain View’s Our newly remodeled exterior log home is located next door to Holloway's Marina and a very short drive to the village, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain. Bear's Lair is pet friendly with no extra charge for your well behaved 4 legged family members.

The home has a reverse floor plan with 3 bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor. The first floor bedrooms include a king size bed, queen size bed, and 4 twin beds. All beds are made with fresh linens prior to your arrival. Also on the first floor is the washer and dryer.

The second floor includes a living area with high vaulted ceilings and large windows with dramatic views overlooking Big Bear Lake, Holloway's Marina, and the San Bernardino National Forest. The living area is perfect for your whole group to enjoy with a large flat screen TV, large wood-burning fireplace, pool table, dining area, and open kitchen. The kitchen includes all of your cooking essentials such as pots and pans, silverware, cooking utensils, dishware, glassware, coffee maker and more. The kitchen also offers all major appliances such as a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and gas stove. We even get you started with paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher soap, and garbage bags. Also on the second floor is a brand new bathroom with double sinks and gorgeous shower.

The third floor loft, with a queen size bed, overlooks the second floor living area and also has spectacular views thru the large windows.

To maximize this gorgeous location there are wrap around decks on the first and second floors. Enjoy the spa on the first floor deck and the charcoal BBQ and outdoor seating on the first floor deck as well while watching the sunset over Big Bear Lake and viewing the snow capped mountains in the winter. If you don't have your own boat, a very short walk away is Holloway's Marina where you can rent all types of watercraft.
***CURRENTLY THE BOAT DOCK IS NOT AVAILABLE****
License # VRR-2021-1008
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,716 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Take Trash to clean bear site upon check out. Any trash left will incur a fee.
Do not leave dirty dishes in sink or dishwasher. Any dishes left will incur a fee.
Absolutely no open flames such as fire pits allowed.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please pick up after your pets when you leave.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 2021-1008

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Big Bear Central, just steps from Holloway's Marina & RV Park and Metcalf Bay, and within a short walk of Big Bear Lake. You'll also find Snow Summit and The Village within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.), which is about 20.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome?

Yes, every accommodation at Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain or water views.

Lakefront Big Bear Cabin Access To Lake Pets Welcome Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 67 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arieann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was perfect, 10 out of 10, it was very cute, great water pressure, very clean. The only problem was finding the address. It didn't help that we got there 4 hours after our check in time. We drove up at night. All in all we had a great time. Highly recommend this cabin.
Lots of Blue Jays
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We came to celebrate my twins birthday with family. The size was great for 9 of us and a dog. So clean, equipped with towels, dishes everything you need for family stay. Close to the water loved the view from the rooms and living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The photos must have been taken a LONG time ago there was water damage in every room holes in the walls that go the outside of the home(can literally see the sun shining through the holes), HUGE safety issue as 3 out 4 sliders do not lock, 1 slider has no handle on it and they have a bench in front of it (not going to stop a person or bear from coming in) it looked like mod on the walls near water damage, the carpets were dirty had an animals hair in the living room and we didn’t even want to walk around without shoes, cobwebs everywhere, patios were dirty, the boat slip was beat up so many broken boards, we open the spa and it was full of ants in one corner, the owner never responded unless it was about money, I messaged a few times asking about if the TVs were smart TVs so we knew if we could do a presentation on it or not and no answer, I asked if the house was available on Thursday and instead of responding and allowing me to ask follow up questions they just added the night without my approval ( we didn’t use the extra night and still tried to charge me because they assumed we were taking it without discussing it with me. I don’t recommend this place at all. If we had another place I would asked for a refund. It seems they could care less about the house or the people who stay there.
Water damage in bedroom with king bed
Hole in wall
Water damage
Boat slip damage
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

C D., So Cal

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin. Good layout. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was great. The rooms were roomy. We loved the pool table, the kitchen and the loft. No major issues. We enjoyed the barbecue and decks, as well as the wildlife. The Jacuzzi was a little bit smelly. The only other issue was the corner of the lake was a little grimy in the water, but overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside location. We would definitely repeat a stay here. Kitchen was large with plenty of pots/ pans/ utensils. No basic spices or cooking items but I asked the host ahead of time so we weren’t missing anything since we cooked all of our meals at the house. Gas stove was a bit difficult to start for baking / oven but did eventually work. Grill is charcoal, which is nice to know for planning. Upstairs bathroom was nicely updated. Only concerns: some of the wood in the decks is pretty rotten and could use some replacement as there are some boards that are entirely rotten/ dangerous. A couple of the chairs at the kitchen bar were wobbly and there were only 6 dining chairs in a home that fits more guests so we had to do some musical chairs for meals. Beds downstairs in the singles room are extremely uncomfortable/ old spring mattresses with obvious indentations even without laying on them. All of our guests that stayed in that room complained about the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot- nice cabin

The place was easy to find and easy to gain access. I was there with my three kids and we loved the coziness of the cabin and used the spa which was out on the deck everyday. The slider to the upstairs porch didn't have a latch but was not an issue. I let the owner know but never heard back.I would recommend bringing salt/pepper and any other cooking stuff and condiments you might need. We stay at rental places often and i should know better... There was nothing in the cabin when we arrived.The only thing that would have made the trip better was if I had heard back from the property manager- i reached out several times and never heard back. With that said- I would go back! Super charming little spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for the price

Nice cabin. Comfy beds, clean, walking distance to the Halloway marina. Small but cozy for our family of 10. Holes in the walls to the outside im the 1st floor bedroom made for a chilly night, but bedding was warm. There is a dock, but the water disnt come up to it. Appropriate ammount of cookware and dishes
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for Spring fishing weekend

Great location, big house for big family dog, kid friendly, lake access at Holloways Marina very close. Would love to rent this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Roxann D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointing

We enjoyed the location and being on the lake, but there were a few things not great about our stay. The house was a bit outdated, beds were really uncomfortable, one of our friends ended up having to sleep on the couch because his back was hurting after the first night. The kitchen lacked basic supplies, no salt, pepper or cooking oil. Only one burner on the stove top would ignite, and the oven rack didn't work so looks like someone put a pot to hold it up. We couldn't find a hair dryer and there was no soap in the showers. The loft light and fan would not turn on. Lastly the spa jets didn't seem to work or very minimal pressure. For the price we paid, it was disappointing to not have the basic amenities. Perhaps most disappointing was the owner’s response when I provided this feedback. She was very dismissive and basically said they are not a hotel and did not address anything regarding the stove, lights, fan and jacuzzi not functioning properly. While a great location definitely not worth the money they are charging and not very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaffrey H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay somewhere else

There are a lot of other properties available. Save yourself the headache and book elsewhere. The king bedroom had an awful smell most likely from water leaking from the roof. The rug was soaked and basically this room was off limits.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Fishing fun with family perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rabina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

VERY NICE PLACE!

My family and I really enjoyed this property and will definitely book it again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our Christmas 2024 Trip

We spent our Christmas week in the cabin with some family. Great experience. Issues that other guests have had are fixed already or fixable with common sense. For instance, the downstairs bedroom with the queen bed is coldest, keep the door open. It took us one night to figure that out. Check the vents to make sure they’re open. Loft is the warmest (duh, hot air rises). Kitchen had almost everything you need, but no spices but so what, not a big deal to grab in town, try out grocery outlet! They have everything! Upstairs bathroom had some issues with warmth, but it wasn’t cold. Just wasn’t super hot. I’m always freezing but I managed to use this shower for our entire 5 day stay. Downstairs shower has hotter water so if you like that better, go use that one. Some spider webs, but never saw a spider. It’s a mountain, spiders live there too. They definitely caused no issue for us. We had an issue at check in but it was resolved within 30 minutes and we were able to get into the beautiful cabin. Nice big clean fridge. The pool table was a great time. The cabin was clean and quiet, plenty of room, and worked well for our group. We had a wonderful Christmas, and can’t think of any real complaints. Perfect location for us. Close to town. Everything was clean, everything works. Loved the wrap around porch and views. Our party ranged in age from 11-67 and everyone enjoyed their time. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely disappointing for the price paid… as soon as you walk in it REEKS OF Cigarette SMOKE. No hot water you will stand there for minutes freezing wondering if this will ever warm up.. it doesn’t … you get spider webs around every turn, not joking from ceiling to walls to in between bedframes… cabin is falling apart … there have been some renovations but over all this place is a liability for injury… thankful we were ok.. It was COLD ! , you can literally see through the cabin walls due to deteriorating wood smh … Lost power for a couple mins on day 2 ..heater is extremely loud good luck sleeping.. checked the closets and found dirty sheets from previous stays.. that room smelled nice! The best part about the cabin was that we did not get bitten by a brown recluse or freeze to death.. location was extremely convenient but that’s about the only thing this place had going for it.. not worth the money find a another property …
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhona A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in big bear

The trip was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

The Rental Left A LOT to be desired!

One of the 2 showers did not work. This is tough when you have a large group. Upon telling the rental company about this, they didn't really seem to care. Multiple doors on the property did not lock. This is problematic for obvious reasons! There were open joints all throughout the cabin where you could see light coming thru. There was mold in the one of the downstairs bedrooms. There was a hornets nest in the wall. The Thermostat could not be adjusted (per checkout instructions). We ulimately enjoyed our stay. But this cabin left a lot to be desired and is in major need of being updated!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zuleima C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun family time

Me and my family had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint but did not meet expectations

The cabin needs some upgrading as other reviewers have stated. The lock in the sliding glass door in the living room is non-existent so it's a good thing it's on the second floor. The jacuzzi was partially filled so we couldn't use it. We knew from the description the boat dock wasn't available but it needs serious repair if/when the water level does go back up. Word of warning, the light in the 2nd floor bathroom has a timer. It will switch off leaving one to shower in the dark. For the price I paid, it was not worth it and the $200 cleaning fee is steep considering it was not spotless. The last thing I'll mention ... bring another wine glass if there's more than one person drinking wine. They have exactly 1 but many champagne glasses. The location was quiet and the pool table was a bonus even though it's in a tight space. I would stay here again but absolutely not at this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James L.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew S., Henderson, NV

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iliana R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin for groups

Our group enjoyed our stay. The big space for games and entertainment. The pool table was enjoyed by our group. The location was ideal. Close to trash drop off and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carl F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

The location of the house was nice. It was just outside of town and about 2 miles from snow summit. It is in the water but the lake is still low so the water right there is not the best. The dock is not useable so don’t plane in that. You are right behind the hall away marina and they have boat slips if you need to dock your boat. The inside of the house was fantastic. The bedroom layouts are perfect and you can tell they are making upgrades as they go along. I would recommend this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Bear Lake Cabin

Great place for a group vacation. Cabin is spacious and in a great location with lake access Living room/kitchen is great for hanging out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024