10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
14 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long wait for check in, nice stay
Scott M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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Brown Bear's Den - Lakefront Complex, Community Pool, Tennis, BBQ
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Reviews
8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7127.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Big Bear Lake, CA
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain2 min drive
- The Village4 min drive
- Snow Summit8 min drive
- Big Bear, CA (RBF)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Third Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Brown Bear's Den - Lakefront Complex, Community Pool, Tennis, BBQ
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Big Bear with this centrally located 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat. Just a stroll away from the lake, marina, Boulder Bay Park, and scenic hiking trails, this spacious 1300+ sq ft home is the perfect base for your mountain adventures. A short drive takes you to all that Big Bear has to offer, including the Village, ski resorts, Snow Play, and the Convention Center.
LIVING SPACE - Spacious 1300+ sq ft home with living room, dining area, a smart TV, a wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating. Unwind in the cozy atmosphere created by a crackling fire after a day of exploration while you gather with loved ones in this mountain home.
ROOMS & BEDS - 3 bedroom, 2 bath. The upstairs bedroom suite has a queen bed, smart TV, and private bath. The downstairs second bedroom has a queen bed and attached bath. The upstairs third bedroom has a double/twin bunk bed.
KITCHEN - Full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dishes, pots/pans, spices and more.
AMENITIES - Enjoy modern amenities like smart TVs, streaming apps, and fast WiFi throughout the property. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace or take advantage of the convenient laundry area with a side-by-side washer/dryer.
OUTDOORS - Discover community amenities including swimming pools, tennis courts, and a basketball hoop for active leisure.
PARKING - 3 parking spaces/community parking, no boat trailer parking
Pools and Jacuzzis are seasonal and only open during certain times of the year.
Close to National Forest hiking trails
Lake - complex is lakefront
Village - 1.9 miles
Snow Summit - 3.8 miles
Bear Mountain - 5.6 miles
Other things to note:
Big Bear Lake local ordinance 99.300 limits maximum occupancy to 7 people. Children, toddlers, and infants do count as a person. Occupancy is permitted per City Ordinance - over occupancy could result in a fine or non-refundable eviction.
Pool key deposit: $50
No pets allowed
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am
LIVING SPACE - Spacious 1300+ sq ft home with living room, dining area, a smart TV, a wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating. Unwind in the cozy atmosphere created by a crackling fire after a day of exploration while you gather with loved ones in this mountain home.
ROOMS & BEDS - 3 bedroom, 2 bath. The upstairs bedroom suite has a queen bed, smart TV, and private bath. The downstairs second bedroom has a queen bed and attached bath. The upstairs third bedroom has a double/twin bunk bed.
KITCHEN - Full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dishes, pots/pans, spices and more.
AMENITIES - Enjoy modern amenities like smart TVs, streaming apps, and fast WiFi throughout the property. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace or take advantage of the convenient laundry area with a side-by-side washer/dryer.
OUTDOORS - Discover community amenities including swimming pools, tennis courts, and a basketball hoop for active leisure.
PARKING - 3 parking spaces/community parking, no boat trailer parking
Pools and Jacuzzis are seasonal and only open during certain times of the year.
Close to National Forest hiking trails
Lake - complex is lakefront
Village - 1.9 miles
Snow Summit - 3.8 miles
Bear Mountain - 5.6 miles
Other things to note:
Big Bear Lake local ordinance 99.300 limits maximum occupancy to 7 people. Children, toddlers, and infants do count as a person. Occupancy is permitted per City Ordinance - over occupancy could result in a fine or non-refundable eviction.
Pool key deposit: $50
No pets allowed
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am
Property manager
Big Bear Cool Cabins
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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-2024-2641
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 near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Metcalf Bay, while Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Big Bear Lake, CA
What's nearby
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Big Bear Marina - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- The Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Big Bear Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Snow Summit - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jack in the Box - 4 min drive
- The Bowling Barn - 4 min drive
- Jasper's Smokehouse & Steaks - 4 min drive
- Oakside - 4 min drive
- Teddy Bear Restaurant - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Cleanliness
8.4/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
7.8/10
Listing accuracy
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10/10 Excellent
Alyssa L.
17 Mar 2025
5 - Excellent
Alyssa L.
4/10 Poor
Robert H.
16 Apr 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
No view of lake, dirty and sticky inside, propane grill doesn’t function
Robert H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
2/10 Terrible
Tawfik M.
22 Feb 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The cleaning
Tawfik M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
Jason O.
4 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Jason O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gary N.
15 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
To many spiders
Gary N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
28 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good size condo
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
linda r.
9 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LetThe fun begin
linda r.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
DESIREE F.
26 Mar 2018
Great weekend getaway!
DESIREE F.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Hunter L.
13 June 2015
Very nice and cozy and clean
Hunter L.
About the host
Hosted by Big Bear Cool Cabins
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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