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Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Beach
Experience the charm of Big Bear in this beautifully updated Original Maltby Cabin. Nestled near The Village, it's a short 5-minute drive to the heart of town and just a couple blocks from Boulder Bay and lake views. Enjoy peek-a-boo views on your private deck with rocking chairs, barbecue, and sledding hill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 597 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village!

Original Maltby Cabin, with beautiful updates while maintaining the original charm and character.

3 bedrooms (4 beds) 2 bathrooms. Full kitchen.

Super cozy and peaceful with all the fun nearby -
Cabin is just a 5 minute drive to The Village, only 2 miles away. We are a couple blocks to the lake on one side and Boulder Bay on the other. Just 2 blocks from boat rentals! And we are very close to all three ski resorts; 4 miles to Snow Summit, 6.5 miles to Bear Mtn and 9.5 miles to Snow Valley.

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The beautiful back deck has peek-a-boo views of the lake which is just a couple blocks away there. Two rocking chairs are waiting for you to sit at and savor your coffee or hot chocolate and the view. There is a barbecue for your year round use as well. The deck is also overlooking your very own sledding hill!

3 bedrooms and 2 bath; 1 king in the spacious upstairs (with skylights to enjoy the towering pine trees and shining bright stars). Downstairs you will find the second full bathroom and two more bedrooms; a queen surrounded by windows (and black out curtains when it’s time to sleep!) and the other has a bunk bed with two very comfortable full sized beds.

The farmhouse kitchen is fully stocked with appliances, tools, dishes etc , and of course coffee and hot chocolate!

You will find two smart TVs, one in the living room with the spacious and comfy leather couches, the other in the loft with the king sized bed and additional seating upstairs.

Other amenities: just to name a few - toys and books for the kids, board games for all ages, full sized washer and dryer, record player, treats for your pups, toboggan for the sledding hill, picnic table and chairs out back, picnic basket, and truly everything inside and out that you could need or want for a lovely get-away.

Note re lake: the lake a couple blocks away does not currently have direct beach access but we are approx 2 blocks from Pleasure Point Marina Boulder Bay Park side is fully open to the public and has beach access, fishing dock, etc. Many other easy access beaches nearby!

Note re local wildlife: as with all places in and near forests there is always the possibility of running into wildlife on or near our property including but not limited to coyotes, bears, snakes, insects, various rodents such as squirrels and chipmunks, etc. Please use common sense and caution.

Note re outside online security video cameras: ring cameras is used upfront. There is a camera pointing at the back door, the front door and driveway, and the backyard. This is to keep the property safe. There are no cameras or recording deceives anywhere in interior spaces.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Only outside with doors and windows closed.

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,040 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 dogs max, No cats, ask about other pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside with doors and windows closed.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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 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
Property Registration Number VRR-2022-0675

About the neighborhood

Map
CA, Big Bear Lake

What's nearby

  • Boulder Bay Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The Village - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Snow Summit - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪De La Nonna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saucy Mama's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village! located?

Located in Boulder Bay, this cabin is steps from Metcalf Bay and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The Village. Big Bear Lake and Pleasure Point Marina are also within 15 minutes.

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Original 1940s cabin, beautifully restored! 2 blocks to lake, 6 min to village! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eduardo J.

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

Nice stay

Everything worked out well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braden B.

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

Great weekend getaway!

My family and I had a great time!Very clean and cozy cabin near the lake.We plan on coming back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W.

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

Lovely getaway!

What a lovely cabin from which to enjoy the entire Lake area. I highly recommend this charming, rustic home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dedie K.

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

Beautiful and cozy place!

Everything was amazing and comfortable. The beds were very nice and warm. The host was great and communicated very well. Overall, the cabin was great for our trip. Looking forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

Great Cabin

Everything lived up to it’s billing and the cabin was an extremely comfy place to be. The host was very communicative and helpful. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Clean, nice, quaint

Very nice BB property located close to the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anabel R.

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

Charming Cabin

Cabin located in a great area of Big Bear. Awesome host. Will be returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura t.

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

Just as advertised

It is a fun place to visit and. Convenient location. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina L.

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

Family time

Cozy cabin in a great neighborhood. Nice flat street; great for a walks. cabin was just 4 min away from lake and main boulevard. The heating was great, nice and toasty. Kitchen was well equipped however a bit in the small side; not much counter space. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese S.

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

Charming and lovely

Our small family enjoyed a short summer respite at this charming and lovely cabin near Big Bear Lake. The property was clean and cozy. The host was very communicative and all we needed was nearby. Thanks for a fun introduction to the Big Bear area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa Y., Los Angeles, CA

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

Comfy and Cozy

We really enjoyed staying in this cabin. It had everything we needed and wasn't too far from the places we wanted to go. Communication with the managers was easy and all our needs were attended to throughout. Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Wow! What a way to Relax!!

Beautiful, cozy cabin. Close to everything. Did NOT want to leave. Cabin is clean, beautifully decorated & comfortable. Views and surrounding quiet are great for rest & relaxation. Looking forward to coming back!! Thank you Jennifer !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin in great location

Pros: Great views. Excellent, quiet location nestled among the trees. Huge cozy upstairs bedroom. Sunroom bedroom downstairs with great views. Kitchen with all amenities. Cons: Cleanliness issues. Downstairs floors were swept but in need of a thorough mopping. Coffee maker and tea kettle in need of thorough cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T., Long Beach, CA

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

Cool little cabin!

My adult son and daughter and I enjoyed our two night stay at this cabin. It was the perfect size and layout for the three of us (altho it will accommodate 5). Everything worked fine. There are two skylights in the second floor master bedroom, so at 5:30am on a summer morn you'll be awash in bright sunlight. Cabin is in a nice neighborhood within walking distance of the lake. Large, wide screen TV was great for watching movies after a long fun day of hiking. The cabin is very cozy, I'm happy to give it and the owner, Jennifer, an excellent recommendation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Lovely cabin

We really enjoyed our weekend stay at this adorable cabin. Check-in was easy and the on-site manager friendly. Beds were very comfortable, with nice linens. Living room was also comfortably furnished, with a large sofa, big dining table, beautiful fireplace, and cozy blankets. Our hosts thoughtfully left some firewood for us, which was greatly appreciated (we restocked it for the next guests). The kitchen was functional and the equipment on par with other rentals I've stayed at; some upgraded pans and a Tupperware or two would be welcome additions. But the best thing for kids was the sledding hill out back. Our daughter (age 3) absolutely loved it and it was so convenient not to have to trek around looking for a sledding spot. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Debra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is adorable and a good size for the 4 of us plus small dog. Nice area close to the lake, walkable to Pleasure Point Marina. Our first night was great but then woke up to no electricity in all of Big Bear and no guarantees it would come and if it did may happen again due to wind and high temps (fire danger). A fire did break out north of Big Bear. We decided to cut the trip short and return home. The host was very understanding. We will go back again later in the fall when the temps are lower and fire risk not as great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

The Perfect Cabin Retreat - Pet-Friendly and Peaceful

We had a fantastic stay at this warm and inviting cabin. The views were stunning, the beds were super comfortable, and the couch was perfect for relaxing after a day out. It really felt like a home away from home.One of the best parts for us was how dog friendly the place is. We brought our two dogs, and they loved it just as much as we did. It’s not always easy to find places that welcome pets and still feel this cozy and well cared for.The location was also a huge plus. It’s just minutes from Big Bear Village, which made it easy to explore shops, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy everything the area has to offer while still feeling tucked away in a peaceful mountain setting.The host was friendly and responsive. We appreciated how smooth and easy everything was from start to finish. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in Big Bear.
Arrrr matey!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property check-in was very easy. I loved all the amenities. Everything you need is there Wi-Fi included. Cabin is definitely on the rustic side with modern amenities. We stood for the weekend brought our two dogs. They had a blast as well would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Olaf S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
We stayed here for two weeks. Unfortunately, we had bad luck with the neighbor during the first week. He was renovating, and it was loud and very dusty.The house was exactly as described. Without the neighbor, we were able to enjoy the beautiful nature and observe many different birds, squirrels, and chipmunks. Jennifer tried hard to resolve our issue with the neighbor. You can see Big Bear Lake from the patio. We went kayaking, visited Snow Summit, and went hiking on Rock Trail, Cougar Trail, and Woodland Trail. The boardwalk is also particularly beautiful.Thank you. Best Regards Olaf and Liane
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa m.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway!

We had an amazing stay at this cozy cabin in Big Bear! The location couldn’t be better—tucked away in a peaceful, scenic area, yet just minutes from the lake, hiking trails, and the village. It was the perfect balance of nature and convenience.The cabin itself was cozy, inviting, and clean. It had that classic mountain charm with all the modern comforts we needed for a relaxing stay. Whether we were sipping coffee on the deck in the morning or enjoying a movie night on the couch, everything felt just right.Our host was absolutely wonderful—always responsive, kind, and accommodating. From booking to check-out, communication was seamless and thoughtful.We genuinely didn’t want to leave, and we’re already talking about when we can come back. This cabin is a true gem, and we’ll definitely be returning for another getaway soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Lovely Cabin Near the Water

We had a lovely stay and felt right at home! Communication was great and we enjoyed our family time together. Great cabin for a quick getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

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

Loved the cabin!

Cozy winter cabin! Our kids loved it and we were very comfortable. We appreciated the space heater and extra blankets since it can get chilly, especially in the downstairs bedrooms. Location was great. Kitchen was well stocked, plenty of towels, wood for the fireplace...we had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

dkwoods3d

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

Home Away From Home

I took the family here for a weekend snowplay getaway. This cabin was exactly what we were looking for. Spacious, beautifully furnished, with all of the amenities, both practical and modern. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

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

Cozy Cabin at Big Bear Lake

Such a cute cabin. Looks rustic on the outside, but nicely remodeled on the inside. But the owner kept the historic details. Perfect! The heat worked great. A large cozy sofa and ottoman and nice big TV was perfect for our family to enjoy holiday movies. Also a beautiful table with bench seat for meals and playing games. Our daughter loved the back bedroom with windows on two walls. She spent most of the time reading books and enjoying the sunrise and sunsets. There was another good sized bedroom next door with newer laundry machines. The large master suite upstairs was nice too. Very spacious and nicely updated bathroom. A short walk to the lake, market, and tasty pizza restaurant and bar. Great for pet owners. A short drive to the main village. I recommend going to breakfast and dinner early because long waits at prime meal times is normal there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Perfect mountain getaway!

We absolutely loved this cabin! Super cute and cozy and comfortable, and the hosts were great with communication. Also, very clean! We would love to stay in your adorable home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024