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Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake

Family-friendly stay near Bass lake Recreation Area

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A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a kitchen area, a dining space, and a living room with a TV and books.
A stone fireplace with a black TV on a wooden stand, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outside.
A bedroom with a bed, a bear wall decal, and a view of trees through the window.
A hallway with a wooden door, a coat rack with hooks, and a small statue.
A single-story house with a red front door, a small porch, and a garage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bass Lake, CA
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bass lake Recreation Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bass Lake

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Bass Lake vacation home, you'll find Sierra National Forest and Bass Lake. Also, Willow Creek Trailhead is within 2 miles (3 km) and Bass lake Recreation Area is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 27 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Yosemite National Park - 34 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 35 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Oaks Cafe - ‬16 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.

Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake

Welcome to the Bear’s Lair, a cozy, rustic cabin in the Sierras near Yosemite. The cabin is located in the heart of Bass Lake, within walking distance to the charming small town and the lake. We have a large deck to enjoy warm summer evenings, BBQs, or just relaxing amid the surrounding pine trees. There is space to park cars and a boat trailer, but keep in mind the roads in Willow Cove are narrow and winding. We have a nearby dock slip to park a boat or jet ski.

The space
The cabin has a fully stocked kitchen and comfortable family room with a large stone fireplace. There are three bedrooms. The Bunk Room has a double bed, trundle bed, and its own private entrance leading to the deck. The second bedroom (we call it the Apple Room) has a twin over full bunk bed and a double bed. The third bedroom has a comfortable king sized bed. We recently renovated the two bathrooms and kitchen, blending modern updates with the original, rustic elements, in order to preserve the authentic old-time cabin experience.

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire property, including the large deck and space to park cars and a boat trailer. We have keyless entry to make your arrival easy and seamless.

Other things to note
We hope you enjoy the cabin, where the rules are short and sweet. No schedules. No deadlines. No dress code. We keep it simple. Take time to rest, relax and renew. Breathe deep. Make s’mores and spend time enjoying the great outdoors. It’s the perfect time to hike and explore.

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Aerial view
The Pines Resort
Bass Lake
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
$277 nightly
The price is $309
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Pines Resort

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Bears Lair Cabin Willow Cove Bass Lake
Bear’s Lair Cabin Willow Cove Bass Lake
Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake Bass Lake
Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.9 mi (57-min drive) away from the Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake to downtown Bass Lake?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from The Pines.

Bear’s Lair Cabin, Willow Cove, Bass Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place in a great location. Plenty of room for us and our two children to spread out and everyone could have their own space. Walking distance to a beautiful dock where we could swim and a short drive to Bass Lake boat rentals! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Bear

Enjoyed very much be back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Nice little cabin

Cute, nice, little cabin. Right in the middle of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna S.

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

Lake Trip

Comfortable cabin with a beautiful deck. The included boat slip was a very nice perk. Hope to return with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Bass Lake Rental

This property has everything you could need for those visiting Bass Lake, the owners are super easy to communicate with and responsive. We have rented many properties at Bass Lake and this is one of the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

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

Cute Cabin

Great place for us. Thank you :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at Bear’s Lair Cabin & would definitely stay there again. Highly recommend. It was clean & fully stocked more than we expected. The space was just right for our family. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time at the Bear's Lair Cabin! It's was centrally located making day trips to Yosemite and the Mariposa area easy. It had everything we needed and more. The bathrooms were updated, the bedrooms clean and comfortable, and the living area was a cozy cabin environment. We appreciated the little things like laundry detergent, several games, beach towels, and a basket of snacks. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy H.

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

Wonderful First Stay

The property was perfect. It had everything we needed, was clean and comfortable. The owners are extremely accommodating and always got back to me quickly. The next time I go I will bring small beach/dock chairs and a small EZ up for down by the lake which is a very short walk from the cabin. We had lake rafts that we brought and that was fun too. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Great place with amenities

Property filled all our needs and provided more than adequate amenities, for example shampoo, conditioner and variety of seasonings. Our recommendation for the future is more lighting on the patio, especially string lighting for a festive vibe, a gas barbecue, and night lights in bedrooms and bathrooms because the rooms are so dark.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Relaxing week in Bass Lake

My husband and I stayed for a week with another couple. We had so much fun. The house was perfect and exactly as described. We kept our boat at the dock provided and it was a short walk to the lake each day. The House is located right in the center of everything, with the Pines Resort just a few minutes away. The beds were extremely comfortable, the house was well stocked with everything you could possibly need and our favorite part was sitting out on the deck each evening and morning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Blair’s Lair Bliss

Bear’s Lair at Bass Lake was the ideal base camp for our family getaway. The perfectly charming cabin was well appointed with everything we could need, immaculate, and so cozy. We loved that it was walking distance to their dock, lake water sports, and local trails, like Angel Falls. We split our time between the lake and Yosemite, which was just 30 miles away. For such a quaint cabin, there was plenty of room for everyone to carve out their own areas and still feel homey in the central living area. Kitchen was spacious, two bathrooms were perfect for our group. We certainly utilized the back porch and loved the convenience of the set-aside laundry room. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Miss Communication

This stay was fantastic. The dock to swim off of was awesome. We even saw a bear very near our house. Kind of scary but still awesome. Only issue wasn’t able to use washer dryer didn’t know about the key. We asked the question but didn’t get an answer so we just put towels out on the deck . Definitely will go again. I’d
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Great cabin close to the lake

This is a great cabin super close to the lake. We walked to the lake (less than 5 min) everyday and my kids loved swimming off the beach and fishing off the private dock. The highlight of the cabin is the giant patio out back. We grilled every night and sat outside enjoying the surroundings. Very quiet and peaceful! We also got to see a bear walking down the road right in front of the house which was super cool! Do pay attention to the rules about putting trash in the bear locker- we saw a house down the road whose trash had clearly been rummaged through by a bear and that did not look fun to clean up. Other great points: Kitchen is well stocked with spices and oil, etc. The bathrooms were also stocked with shampoo and conditioner and the laundry room had soap and dryer sheets which we appreciated! Overall we had a great stay and found the hosts to be very communicative, friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene M.

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

Great cabin!

Thank you! Your cabin was great! We really enjoyed our stay☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C.

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

Family vacation

My family of 4 had a great stay at your property. The place was clean and well stocked. Location was great. Having use of the dock for our boat was a huge plus. The owners were great and easy to contact. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Cozy cabin

We enjoyed our stay at this cozy cabin near the lake. The property was very clean and as described online. Communication with the property manager was easy. The lake and surrounding area are beautiful!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nakayla N.

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

Stay here!

I cant speak enough about how amazing the hosts are! If you plan a trip to Bass lake 100% stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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