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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Fawnskin, CA
  • Boulder Bay Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Village
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Snow Summit
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fawnskin

Heart of Fawnskin.Your stay at this cabin will put you steps from North Shore Landing and a 5-minute walk from Big Bear Lake. Grout Bay Picnic Area and Castle Rock Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Boulder Bay Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • The Village - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Big Bear Marina - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Snow Summit - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Saucy Mama's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bear Trap - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Murray's Saloon & Eatery - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain

Stay at one of the most unique locations in the Big Bear Valley. Our beautiful mountain cabin is just across the street from Big Bear Lake's shoreline, and backs to a mountain from the vast San Bernardino National Forest. If you're looking to get away from City stress, it doesn't get much better than our "Alpine Lake Cabin".

The home is two bedrooms one bath with enough accommodations for up to four guests and parking for one vehicle. It has a fully equipped kitchen, wood burning fireplace, WiFi, propane BBQ and breathtaking views from most rooms in the cabin. Bedroom one has a queen bed and bedroom two has two twin beds.

We recommend this cabin for nature enthusiasts, small family retreats, and private couple getaways. The cabin was built on the side of the mountain at an elevated position in order to maximize the beautiful views of the lake. Because of this there are 25+ steps on the stairs from the driveway to the front door.

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** Must be 21 years old in order to rent.
** Maximum occupancy includes children above the age of 2.
** Maximum parking for 1 vehicle.
** There are 25+ steps on the stairs from the driveway to the front door.
** A signed rental agreement and ID verification are required for each reservation. See our Rental Agreement for details. Contact us prior to booking if you have any questions.

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Q: How do we check-in?
A: Detailed instructions on how to check-in are sent in the confirmation email. You are required to follow the check-in instructions provided. The confirmation email has the address of the rental, check-in instructions and any other information pertaining to check-in. Please let us know if you’ll be arriving afterhours.

Q: What time is check-in and check-out?
A: Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 10am. During the Christmas and New Year holiday period (Dec 18-Jan 3), check-in is at 4pm due to high demand.

Q: Can I bring more than 4 guests?
A: No. The maximum occupancy allowed for this home is 4 guests. The limits are strictly enforced and may not be exceeded at any time during your stay.

Q: Can I bring more than 1 car?
A: No. The maximum number of vehicles allowed is 1. The limits are strictly enforced and may not be exceeded at any time during your stay.


Q: Are linens and towels provided?
A: Yes. Linens and towels are provided. There are enough towels for 4 guests.

Q: Does the home have Air Conditioning?
A: No. The home does not have Air Conditioning.

Q: Do I need chains? Will there be snow during my stay?
A: Always carry chains in your vehicle if your trip falls between November and April. Our guests can check weather and road conditions in real time by clicking on the links in their confirmation email. We can’t accurately predict when there will be snow.

Q: Is the firewood provided?
A: Firewood is not provided. You can purchase firewood bundles at any of the grocery stores in town. The bundles usually last about 1 day.

Q: Do you provide charcoal for the BBQ?
A: Charcoal is not provided.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 25 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email with check-in information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash all dirty dishes. Do not put away dirty or wet dishes. Gather all trash from the house and place on trash bins outside. Do not leave any trash inside or around the outside of the home.
Make sure thermostat(s) is set to “Heat” and “Auto”. Turn down the thermostat to 55 degrees. DO NOT turn the thermostat off.
Take a moment to fill out the Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback is very valuable to us. Return the key to lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

A signed rental agreement and ID verification are required for each reservation. Contact us before booking if you have any questions.
No personal BBQ’s, Hibachi’s, portable fire pits or open fires allowed. Please only use the provided BBQ’s in their designated area.
By booking online you acknowledge all reservation requirements and agree to comply with them.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets of any kind allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful & illegal

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
Note from host: Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful & illegal
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Overcrowding is dangerous, disrespectful & illegal This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2021-02239

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain to the airport?

This cabin is 34.5 mi (58-min drive) away from the San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain to the beach?

This cabin is 6.1 mi (17-min drive) from Swim Beach.

Does Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain to downtown Fawnskin?

This cabin is 1.5 mi away from Fawnskin.

Big Bear's Most Unique Location! Amazing View, Wood Fireplace, Backs To Mountain Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 86 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Blaise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the property.. the hot water stopped working on the second day was the only issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nicely maintained home with lake views from every window. Very clean and stocked with just about everything needed.Look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place right near the lake, cozy cabin perfect size for my Family of 4. The host were very friendly and attentive throughout our stay, they even let us check in early, which we greatly appreciated. we will definitely be coming back to the spot hopefully in the winter specially because it’s no more than a 10 minute drive from the town. Highly satisfied!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved this location

Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal P.

Away from it all

This is my second time staying at this location, first time during the summer. It's on the opposite side of all the hustle & bustle. Being able to walk across the street and touch the water this time (last time was winter). The kids had the best time and just a short drive to easier hikes as well as the Alpine Slides. I would definitely recommend, great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view. Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Last Min Trip

We very much enjoyed our stay. We've never stayed on this side of the lake and not regret it. The place itself was just perfect for our family. Right across from the water with amazing views from the huge deck. They were very accommodating hosts, would absolutely book here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sally G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nightmare, i wish I could give this place ZERO starts

Absolutely Horrible Stay – Avoid at All Costs!If I could give this place ZERO stars, I would! This was by far the worst cabin I have ever stayed in. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that the listing was completely misleading.First, the place was filthy—dust everywhere, stains on the furniture, and a horrible musty smell that never went away. The floors felt like they hadn’t been cleaned in months, and the bathroom was disgusting. We even found hair in the shower and sink, which was beyond gross.Second, the cabin was falling apart. The heater barely worked, leaving us freezing at night, and the water pressure was terrible—sometimes the hot water didn’t even work! The beds were rock hard and uncomfortable, making it impossible to get a decent night’s sleep. Not to mention, the walls were so thin that we could hear every single noise from outside and the neighboring cabins.On top of that, the customer service was awful. We tried contacting the host about these issues, but they either ignored us or took forever to respond. When they finally did, they were completely unhelpful and rude.Oh, and don’t even get me started on the false advertising. The photos made it look cozy and modern, but in reality, it was outdated, dirty, and barely livable. They also claimed there was Wi-Fi, but the signal was so weak it was useless.Overall, this was a nightmare of a stay, and I
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Checkin and out process was great. Property was as advertised and very clean and well labelled. Would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci, Highland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved staying at this home. It was so peaceful and comfortable. We brought our own outdoor chairs which worked out amazingly because we spent most of our time outside on the beautiful deck. The heater worked well and we were impressed with how many extra blankets were available. Definitely want to go back to this quaint little home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

We spent most of our time out on the deck watching the sunrise, eating meals and just enjoying the view. Lovely cabin that had everything we needed. We got to bbq the first night and I was able to cook homemade Lasagna the next night. I hope to start again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic lakeside cabin

Beautiful location with a stunning view of the lake and sunrise. In the peak of summer, it was a bit hot in the cabin at night (no A/C), but we managed with the many fans provided by the owners. Zero complaints. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C., orange ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

Enjoyed our stay, cabin was clean and the setting was awesome with the big lake view in front and mountain in the back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Norma

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was disappointing. The host doesn't mention the long flight of staircase to get to the cabin which is very inconvenient. The interior of the cabin is very old and not enough heating so it's very cold in the rooms. I don't recommend this place if you have children. I give this property under average at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah R., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin

We loved this cabin overlooking Big Bear lake. The view was the best part for sure! The place was very clean, and though it is cold outside this time of year, the cabin has plenty of heaters and blankets. The lack of wifi / internet access was kind of buried in the listing so take note (we thought we read the listing thoroughly but somehow we missed that!) and the cell service isn’t great either, so if you need to do work or any video calls, this is a place best suited to someone who plans to completely unplug. Fortunately we downloaded a bunch of movies before we came to the cabin, since we could not stream any movies (there aren’t many playable DVDs.) The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, dishes and utensils, but there was no cooking oil or salt and not much coffee, and the nearest grocery store is about 30 minutes away (there are some small markets and liquor stores about 10 mins away). So plan accordingly! Other than that the place was lovely, we really enjoyed using the fireplace and walking to a nearby fishing area. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Basant

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Fantastic View

This is a great location with a stunning view of the lake. The best part of the house is a huge balcony looking onto the lake. Extremely clean and the host was very responsive. FYI - Apple Maps tells you it’s on the opposite side of the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

RAndy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Small Cabin with 30 steps to entry No wireless conectivity If you are looking for a stay with limited access to the outside world this is it. Beautiful view of Lake on the sleepy side. Great deal we are repeat stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Steven G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Worst customer service I have ever experienced

The cabin is old but too be expected based on the listing photos. Check-in was standard as with any other VRBO. however the minute we walked in the house there were several oil diffusers in the house making a very strong smell. We ended up moving all of them outside and then understood why. The cabin smelled musty after we moved the diffusers. That wasn’t a deal breaker but it was not pleasant. The deal breaker is when we were washing dishes after putting out kids to bed the first night (4 month old and 2 year old). I walked by the water heater closet and smelt something like unburnt gas or very poor ventilation. I opened the closet to see if there was a problem and the amount of fumes that came out made me cough. We thought there might be a gas leak of some sort so we texted the overnight emergency number. We were told to leave the cabin, this is was about 11 at night and they were going to call the gas company to come check on the residence. At this point, I made the decision to pack my family up and drive home as we were not comfortable staying in the cabin, it was high 30 degrees outside and I wasn’t going to keep my family waiting in the car until a gas company technician arrived. No ETA was given by the emergency contact and it’s fair to say it would be hours until someone arrived. After returning home, I contact VRBO and requested a refund based the circumstances and they denied my refund.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin with a view

This is an absolutely gem of a cabin. For a true cabin feel in big bear, STAY HERE. everything is clean, well thought out, tiny details thought of. The view is STUNNING. Woke up to catch the sunrise both mornings, saw a juvenile bald eagle gliding over the lake. Beautiful views of the night stars. The deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or tea. Close enough to everything to not feel like it’s a journey, far enough to be able to enjoy the serene peacefulness of Big Bear Lake. WILL be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Aka Rocking Chair Chalet

Well It was a pleasant stay except the cabin is dated with too many rocking chairs (4) and Too many decor pillows. Not aware of all the stairs with toddlers, Deck needs painting and no nice patio furniture to relax in, Full size bed in one room was not comfortable, sunken on side. Snow scene in ad of cabin is deceptive as looked beautiful but it’s dated. Stars and cost not Equivalent! Best is beautiful view of lake!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tammie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful View!

Overall, we were very pleased with our stay at this property! The view from the deck is absolutely beautiful and serene. I woke up every morning early to see the sunrise over the water. I would suggest since the view is by far this property's biggest assett, that they invest in some decent deck furniture. There were only white plastic chairs on the deck to sit on. In my opinion this would greatly add to people's enjoyment of this rental. The two bedrooms had very comfortable beds. The bed off from the living space, however was uncomfortable. We also had an issue with the water pressure being very low...HOWEVER, the shower pressure was good. The kitchen and bathroom sinks and toilet have very low water pressure. I would most definitely stay here again! It was very cozy...and the view and serenity of the location alone would make me want to return! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! I am in the process of purchasing a home in Big Bear and it was so nice to stay at a house that is well kept, quiet and jas everything we needed, including stunning views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023