Just a few hours away from Los Angeles and San Diego, Big Bear Lake offers a completely different world. This crystal-clear lake is tucked into a mountainous region in Southern California that serves as a year-round escape. In the winter, you can ski at nearby Snow Summit and Bear Mountain ski resorts. In the summer, the lake is the ideal spot for boating or fishing in a gorgeous alpine setting. No matter when you visit or what you plan to do, you’ll need accommodation that feels rustic but still has all of the comforts of home. Read on for our picks of the best luxury cabins in Big Bear Lake, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 04, 2025.
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1. Spacious cabin with wraparound deck (from USD 472)
This cabin is ideal for any kind of traveler. Adventure-seekers will love the proximity to the lake and multiple ski areas, while foodies will appreciate the gourmet kitchen, gas grill, and closeness to the restaurants of Big Bear Village. If gaming is your thing, you’ll spend lots of time in the game room, where you can find a vintage PacMan machine and a pool, air hockey, ping pong, and foosball table. If your main objective is just to relax, take a soak in the hot tub or lounge in the cozy living room in front of the fireplace. This cabin promises something for everyone.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
837 meters (0.6 ft) from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner was very sweet and helpfuljulie was an amazing host and communicated as necessaryowner was super easy to talk tojulie is super responsive and friendlyalso communication with the owners was great they were very responsive and helpfulLocation:
such a great stay and so close to the lakewe enjoyed biking every morning (took our own bikes) and walking to the lakeCleanliness:
very clean and family friendlyit is clean and well equippedalso the house is very nicely decorated updated and cleanthe home was very clean and well maintainedthe house was clean fully stocked and really easy to work with the homeownerRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the house is very well stocked with kitchen cooking supplies toiletries (including shampoo and conditioner) and towels/linens
2. Gorgeous cabin with full kitchen (from USD 765)
This cabin is beautiful inside and out, with wood-paneled interior walls and charming rustic decor throughout. It has four bedrooms and a full kitchen. Outside, you’ll find a covered grill so you can barbecue no matter the weather. Surrounding the grill is a stone patio with lots of seating to enjoy the fresh mountain air. This accommodation guarantees you a five-star experience.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
2.14 km (1.4 mi) from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you tigran for being a wonderful hostthe home owner takes great care of the house and he is very responsive helpful and accommodatingthe owner was very responsive to messages and overall our stay was comfortable and funLocation:
the location of the property is perfectgreat place awesome location extremely pleased with my stay will be back againnice quiet location with ample room for people to spread out and never feel crowdedwe didn’t have to leave house because the kids had a private snow park would definitely come againCleanliness:
everything was very clean and well stockedcleanliness is the most important to us especially w covid it was well kept & cleanthe bathrooms were very clean and looked remodeledit was a beautiful and very clean cabineverything was spotless and clean too tigran was so accommodating and a pleasure to work withRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
i loved that there was enough dining room table space and chairs for everyone in our groupeveryone was entertained with a fussball table board games tv and wifibeds are so comfortable it was the best sleep i’ve had in awhile
3. Dog-friendly cabin close to playground (from USD 342)
A great option for families is this cozy cabin, which is ideal for both children and canine companions. The cabin has a fenced-in backyard where kids and dogs can safely run around. It is also just a short walk from a playground and a dog park if the little ones need to get out some more energy. The heart of this cozy cabin is the living room, which has plush furniture, a fireplace, and big windows that let in the views of the lake even on the coldest days.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
2.27 km (1.5 mi) from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
Top guest reviews
Host:
owners are kind and helpfulthe owners are very nice and easy to communicate withthe management company was friendly and helpful during check in as the trip turned out greatthere are many thoughtful touches that the owners have thought of to make the stay so easygabriel and raquel were awesome hostLocation:
the location was the bestgreat house fully equipped great location we will come againgreat location and fortunate to have lots of snowperfect location with lots of activity nearby including a dog park for our furry family memberit was such a wonderful place in a great neighborhoodRead more reviewsCleanliness:
clean organized and family friendlyclean and everything labeled excellent communication with ownersthe cabin is beautiful and very cleanvery clean and had everything you need just bring food and you will have a great timewe loved our stay here the rental was clean and exactly as pictured
4. Classic cabin on a large plot of land (from USD 715)
This cabin has all of the classic elements of a log home: wooden beams across the ceilings, handcrafted log furniture, and even a kitchen island made of stone. Though it looks like a rustic cabin, the home has all of the conveniences of modern life. The huge plot of land offers a great backyard with lots of activities. You can play volleyball and basketball or even practice your swing on the small putting green. At night, roast s'mores over the fire pit or soak in the hot tub under the twinkling string lights. Indoors, there are lots of board games and even an Xbox for a game night.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
3.88 km (2.5 mi) from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
Top guest reviews
Read more reviewsHost:
location is great amenities are awesome and monique and jorge are the prefect hosts
Luxurious cabins for a mountain retreat
Big Bear Lake is one of the best places in Southern California to connect with nature. Its mountainous terrain and alpine lake provide a gorgeous setting to do many kinds of outdoor activities. During your down time, you don’t have to stay in a rustic cottage or a tent to keep connecting with nature. Any one of these cabins would be a great place to feel like you’re in the great outdoors while treating yourself to all the comforts of home, and then some.
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