Big Bear Lake is one of the leading year-round holiday destinations in California, especially among those who are into outdoor recreation. Boasting 300 days of sunshine a year, it offers plenty of adventures amidst the breathtaking San Bernardino Mountains. During winter, you can go skiing and snowshoeing at any of the many ski resorts in the city. Climbing, surfing, and wakeboarding, on the other hand, are some of the most popular activities during summer. Wildlife observation is also a common activity across the city. Particularly, Alpine Pedal Path Trail is the best place for spotting bald eagles. Feel at home during your trip by staying in comfortable accommodations, such as Airbnb vacation rentals and hotels in Big Bear Lake. For the best stay, check out the best lakefront rentals 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 a lake. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 04, 2024.
1. Light-filled house with lakeside patio (from USD 495)
Ideal for family holiday vacations, this light-filled three-bedroom house boasts a lakeside patio with a heated gazebo, gas fire pit, hot tub, and barbecue facilities. It also features an inviting living room with a gas fireplace that’s beautifully surrounded by lake views.
In the well-equipped kitchen, you can easily prepare your favorite dishes. Moreover, there is a huge dining room where you can enjoy meals or play board games. This rental has 139.4 sqm (1,500 sq. ft.) of living space, sleeping up to 7 people.
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kitchen is well stocked with quality equipment and the view from the window cooking breakfast was lovelythe cottage was beautifully decorated high-end very comfortable and cozythe view was incredible and the house was very cozy and cleanwe love to cook and the kitchen was stocked with all the equipment and we neededthe interior of the house is well laid out and is quite comfortableCleanliness:
we appreciated the extra cleanliness during covidthe place itself was spotless and so peacefulbeautiful home and very cleanthe house is so clean spacious and well-equippedbedrooms are clean comfortable and tastefully decoratedHost:
the host is very communicative and kindthe host was a pleasure to interact with and provided clear instructionsthe owner is fab and very responsivethe owner lorri was helpful responsive and friendly and made great suggestions on places to eatthe property owner is so kind and responsive she made our stay easy and delightfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the house and location was greatthe house is great and the location even betterthe house is beautiful and is in a great locationquiet restful beautiful gathering place
2. Lovely house with huge games room (from USD 625)
Providing 265.7 sqm (2,860 sq. ft.) of living space, this lovely 4-bedroom house accommodates up to 15 people. With its hardwood floors and touches of granite and slate, you can quickly feel at home with your loved ones. This rental offers many recreational opportunities, including a huge games room with a pool table and a spacious deck with a hot tub, barbecue facilities, and chaise lounges.
Out on the lake, you can boat, fish, and kayak. There is also a private beach within a short walking distance.
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The furniture was very comfortableThe kitchen was well suited for cookingVery comfortable with many upgrades Our family really enjoyed the spacious lake view deck and Sonos speakersFun in the sun and on the lakeBeautiful cozy cabin on the lakeCleanliness:
The online pictures were very invitingWe especially loved being able to use kayaks and go along the waterHost:
The owner has an extensive guest binder with lots of infothe dock and the water toys Hope to make it a family traditionWe left some medication accidentally and they sent it to us Very professional group and highly recommend this company and home in big bearWe got up early and wakeboarded from the private dock and beachLuckily we were able to pay extra for late checkout - the standard 10:00 check out time was difficult for usRead more reviewsLocation:
It was a peaceful and quiet locationThis house and the views were pure paradiseWe loved every minute of staying hereOwners attention to detail does not go unnoticedThe lake house was amazing
3. Four-bedroom cabin with spacious backyard (from USD 175)
This four-bedroom cabin is conveniently located within a five-minute drive from Snow Summit. Sleeping up to 7 guests, it offers 139.4 sqm (1,500 sq. ft.) of living space. Originally constructed in 1977, this property boasts cathedral ceilings and Tudor details.
Two bedrooms, including the master bedroom, have one queen-sized bed each. Meanwhile, the other two bedrooms are dual lofts separated by a bathroom. Outside, you will find a spacious backyard where you can enjoy various outdoor activities.
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The view from the kitchen/living room looking over the lake is calming and enjoyableAlthough we did not need to use it during our stayI guess it's personal preference as none of the twenty plus cabins we have rented over the years seem to have a very comfortable couchThe property is directly in front of the lake and is super spacious Will definitely come here again and will gladly recommend it to anyoneNot fancy but very cozy with cabin vibeCleanliness:
so don't expect granite countertops and high end bathroomsHost:
Kari is a great host who communicated easily with usKari was a pleasure to speak with and made sure our first experience in her home left us wanting to returnThe proximity of this cabin to Big Bear Marina and town made things very handyThe owner was helpful and easy to contactand the view was amazing especially for July 4thRead more reviewsLocation:
but that just comes along with being surrounded by naturethe upstairs loft did get warmmany restaurants stores and docks for boat rentalsEasy walking distance to the village Plenty of beds and beautiful viewIt is very quiet in this area
4. Sophisticated house with dock (from USD 1050)
Accommodating a maximum of 10 people, this sophisticated 4-bedroom house has 353 sqm (3,800 sq. ft.) of living space. It features an inviting, laid-back setting with hand-peeled logs, hardwood floors, and cozy furnishings. Outside, you will find a patio with a fireplace suitable for relaxing on lazy afternoons or winding down on cold nights.
This rental also has a dock that ensures convenient access to the lake where you can boat, fish, and kayak. Swimming on the lake is possible, too.
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the great room style design is perfect for entertainingCleanliness:
the property was very clean and well-maintainedthe best part is how clean it is which makes it so comfortableHost:
the owners were very responsive to our questions and needs throughout our staythe owner’s have gone far and above to make sure their guests are comfortableoutstanding hosts make this an easy selection for your tripthe owners are engaging and available for whatever you might needbarb was very kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home set in the ideal location on big bear lakesuch a beautiful location and very spaciousits location is perfect on the lake and only a short drive to the villagelocation makes it feel like the entire lake is yours
5. Cozy cabin with private hot tub (from USD 285)
Strategically positioned in Big Bear Lake, this cozy 2-bedroom cabin is only 7.1 km (4.4 mi) away from Snow Summit and 8.4 km (5.2 mi) away from Alpine Zoo. It is suitable for small families and groups, providing 111.5 sqm (1,200 sq. ft.) of living space for up to 4 people. This rental has a private hot tub where you can soak and destress while enjoying a breath of fresh air.
With the host’s dog-friendly policy, you may bring up to two canines for a minimal additional fee per dog per night.
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there are 2 chairs ( do not recline) and a couch - all very comfortablereviewer comments: fantastic location plenty of amenities comfortable and quietCleanliness:
jacuzzi was nice clean and relaxingclean and well kept our stay was extremely enjoyablethe place was clean and the area was quiet peacefulthe cabin was decently cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulvery friendly and helpful staffRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazingthe location is amazingthe location was greatgood location in terms of the villagereviewer comments: the cabin location is great
6. Seven-bedroom house with an upper-level lakefront porch (from USD 465)
This 7-bedroom house has 133.8 sqm (1,440 sq. ft.) of living space spread across 2 floors. Each floor comes with a cozy indoor living area. Out on the front porch, you will find an eight-person hot tub, ping pong table, and Adirondack chairs. This property features a fenced backyard and an upper-level lakefront porch, too.
When you stay here, you have access to a private dock. The host provides a canoe and two kayaks for guests’ use. Note that this is only available between April and October.
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ping pong table and really nice adirondack chairs for happy hour on the deckthe upstairs beds are wonderful downstairs ok the view from the porch is terrific and nice neighborhoodgreat location lovely view cozy propertyCleanliness:
the bathrooms clean with hot waterhouse is clean and well stockedit was amazing and so clean and everything we could of needed was therethe house was very clean and cool at nightvery clean cozy and feels like home away from homeHost:
owners were friendly and quick to respond to any questionscolleen was sooo helpful with weather and road conditionsvery responsive property owneralso the host was amazing answered all of our questions and quickly even late at nightthe host colleen was amazing and was available to answer all the questions i hadRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfectthis house and the location were amazingi love the place and great locationthis is a great cabin with an amazing location on boulder baywonderful location and great service
7. Three-bedroom cabin with loft (from USD 386)
This three-bedroom cabin is nestled in a quiet neighborhood, guaranteeing you a peaceful getaway with your family and friends. It has a huge deck with a hot tub where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the calming change of scenery. Offering 148.6 sqm (1,600 sq. ft.) of living space, this property sleeps up to 10 guests.
The master bedroom has a king-sized bed. Meanwhile, one bedroom has a queen-sized bed and the other bedroom has four twin beds. There is also a loft with a queen-sized bed.
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kids have a great play room and the view is gorgeouslots of room for our two families well stocked and peacefulthey loved the air hockey table movies and space to call their owngreat location has a bbq grill jacuzzi satellite tv; nice findCleanliness:
very clean pet friendly spacious cabinthe cabin itself was clean homey and incredibly roomywe had the best time together as a family during our stay the place was neat and cleanRead more reviewsHost:
the owners are extremely responsive and considerategreat cabin with a great ownerthe owner was very engaged and gracious making sure we got in and out finerobbie (the owner) is awesome and gave us some tips on places go visit in the area
8. Three-bedroom house with spacious outdoor living area
This three-bedroom house offers a peaceful lakeside retreat for nine guests, featuring hardwood floors, natural log furnishings, and panoramic windows. The living room has an entertainment system, pool table, and wood-burning fireplace. Moreover, there is a games room with a smart TV, foosball table, and ping pong table.
This rental also comes with a spacious outdoor living area with a dining table, lakeside terrace, private hot tub, swing, and barbecue facilities. If you have a boat, you can take advantage of the seasonal deepwater dock.
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Alpine Slide at Magic MountainAccommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 2
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beautiful lake view and cozy sleeping quarters in every roombeautiful lake view and cozy sleeping quarters in every roomwe had to be creative and bring indoor side tables and chairs to the patiothere was plenty of room and direct water access was perfectwas very comfortable for our family and the fenced yard is perfect for young kidsCleanliness:
the jacuzzi was clean hot and relaxingit is clean and has everything we needbeds were clean and comfortable which the wife appreciatedthe home was clean and well keptthey offered to have someone come clean the day before check out which was too lateHost:
rating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location close to the villagereviewer comments: the location of the property is excellentreviewer comments: we really loved the cabin and the locationboat rental facility very close to property which was cooli was happy with the location
Treat yourself to a much-needed breather in Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake has promising scenery that is good for the body, mind, and soul. If you are planning to find peace in the city, do not forget to check out these best lakefront rentals in Big Bear Lake, California.
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