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Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village!

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Snow Summit
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Bear Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Bear, CA (RBF)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village!

Welcome to Bonsai Cottage, a uniquely built Big Bear cabin ideally located within walking distance of Snow Summit Ski Resort! Perfect for those who want quick access to the slopes and a cozy mountain escape, this charming cabin features a reverse floor plan designed for comfort and convenience.

★★ COMFORTABLE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★★

✓ Master Bedroom: Enjoy a queen bed, flatscreen TV, and a full bath for your private retreat.
✓ Second Bedroom: Features a queen bed and a twin over queen bunk, plus a flatscreen TV.

★★ SPACIOUS LIVING AREA ★★

✓ Upstairs Living Area: Relax in the living space with high vaulted ceilings and a stunning rock wall wood-burning fireplace. Multiple sliding doors and large windows offer beautiful wooded views and abundant natural light.
✓ Kitchen: Updated with granite countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including a fridge/freezer, microwave, and gas range/oven. A standard coffee maker is provided for your morning brew.

★★ OUTDOOR ENJOYMENT ★★

✓ Upper Deck: Step outside to breathe in the fresh mountain air and fire up the propane barbecue for a grill session.

★★ ADDITIONAL FEATURES ★★

✓ Central Heat
✓ Wood Burning Fireplace
✓ Fridge/Freezer
✓ Microwave
✓ Toaster Oven
✓ Blender
✓ Standard Coffee Maker
✓ Flatscreen TV
✓ Towels and Linens Provided

★★ WHY CHOOSE BONSAI COTTAGE? ★★

✓ Ideal Location: Centrally situated near the Village and Snow Summit Ski Resort.
✓ Affordably Priced: Sensible furnishings and a comfortable setup at a budget-friendly rate.
✓ Supporting a Good Cause: This property is owned by the Salvation Army, and part of the proceeds supports their community work.

☆☆ EXPERIENCE THE COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE OF BONSAI COTTAGE! ☆☆

Make Bonsai Cottage your home base for a memorable Big Bear getaway. With its ideal location and cozy amenities, it’s the perfect spot for your next adventure in the mountains.

2024-0915

Property manager

Destination Big Bear
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VRR-2021-0080

About the area

Big Bear Lake

Located in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Village - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Eagle Point and Snow Summit. Meadow Park and East-Mountain Xpress Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lizabeth C.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway!

The cabin was beautiful and clean! The location was perfect! It was close to everything fun! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica G.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

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

Private, quiet, and close to Snow Summit

It's an old cabin and smells and feels old. But that could be part of the charm. I was there for snow activities and other events so I didn't spend a ton of time in the cabin. It's simple, basic, and does the job and I'd book there again for trips where I'd want to get a lot of snowboarding time in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LOURDES

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy B.

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

Good experience overall, I give it 4 stars.

Overall the property was decent value for money, given that we stayed in the peak Christmas season. The house was a good size for our small family of 4. Dropped 1 star because we were not impressed in the overall cleanliness of the interior. Many spider webs seen hanging from ceiling beams, on top of the fridge etc. Nothing that a good once-a-year cleanup with a duster wouldn't fix. Bunk bed was ready for replacement - the upper bed had cracked around the side mounting bolts (wood construction) and was also missing the side support beam, so we had our concerns about the kids possibly falling off the bed in the night. Numerous other small maintenance issues, such as bathroom towel rails falling off the walls (present upon arrival - should have been caught by the cleaners and addressed before our stay - annoying to have no-where to put the wet towels to dry). Again, a small issue, but when paying to stay somewhere I am giving constructive feedback to improve future experiences for others. Property does have a driveway, but it is very narrow and hard to get a large SUV down, as it is flanked with trees as you drive up the driveway, so care is required when parking. On our 3rd day of stay, we were greeted with loud construction work during the daytime as the neighboring property was undergoing a major refurb and power tools were being used as early 8am! It was LOUD! And disrupted our stay in the home due to noise. We won't be staying at this particular property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa A.

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

Great

All was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrei L.

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

Nice and quiet place

We had good time to stay here
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Petra I.

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

Great Location

If you want walking distance to Snow Summit at a low price, this is your place. It has everything you need and the layout and architecture of the cabin are actually quite interesting and cozy. We enjoyed our stay here and would rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Valeria M.

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

Good cabin

It was a good cabin for what I needed just a little musty
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Destination Big Bear

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests