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Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!

Welcome to Old Steelaway, a charming Big Bear Lake cabin built in 1950 that
exudes rustic warmth and original character. Perfectly located close to
the lake and village, this eclectic home offers a true cabin experience
with stunning lake views. 

?? HIGHLIGHTS ??

?Shared Boat Dock: Access to a shared boat dock for lake activities.
?Prime Location: Steps away from Big Bear Lake, near village shops, restaurants, and local attractions.
?Spacious Lot: Approximately 10,000 square feet of outdoor space.

?? Rustic Cabin Charm ??

?Extensive woodwork throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
?Living Area: Enjoy a cozy setting with an L-shaped couch, flat-screen
TV, and pool table. The wood-burning fireplace adds to the rustic charm.
?Kitchen: Stocked with basic amenities, including a coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave, and gas range.

Note: No dishwasher.

?? Outdoor Amenities ??

?Hot Tub: Overlooks the lake and trees; note that it may take longer to heat up in colder weather.
?Deck: Large deck area for outdoor dining and relaxation.
?Boat Dock: Shared access; lake levels and dock availability may vary.

?? Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements ??

?Bedrooms: Four cozy rooms with a full bathroom upstairs.
?Bonus Area: Ideal for children to have their own space.

?? Important Notes ??

?Pool Table: Please do not move the pool table. Moving it may forfeit your full deposit and incur additional repair costs.
?Construction Notice: As of 6/26/24, construction is ongoing next door
Monday-Saturday from 8 AM to 5 PM. This may impact your stay
temporarily.
?Lake Levels: Boat dock availability is not guaranteed. Contact us for the latest lake level information.

Features:

?Boat Dock
?Plenty of Parking
?Vaulted Ceilings
?Large Decks
?Pool Table
?Lake and Tree Views
?Walk to the Lake
?Close to Village
?Air Conditioning
?Wood Burning Fireplace
?Flat Screen TV with Cable
?Internet
?Gas Range, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee Maker
?Fully Stocked Kitchen
?Washer and Dryer
?Linens and Towels Provided
?No Garage Parking

Book your stay at Old Steelaway today and experience the rustic charm and lake access that make this cabin a perfect retreat!


2025-2810 ||Permit Number #2025-2810|| Important: Dear Traveler, you will be charged with USD 200 in case you include a Pet in your reservation as a Refundable Damage Deposit for Pets.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

Pets allowed
USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 2022-0105
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub! on 18 May 2026 start from £237, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Steelaway: Rustic Lakefront! Boat Dock! Pool Table! Hot Tub! located?

Located in Big Bear Central, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

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

Quick getaway to the Lake

Great location, family enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you and your family enjoyed the great location. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie N.

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

Good

Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pat O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wifi connection was poor. Fireplace had poor draft and was smokey. Not as close to lake as listing seemed to indicate. Quaint- appropriately priced
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean V.

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

Amazing place that has everything and still maintains that cozy cabin feel!

Loved the entire stay! Perfect mix of cozy cabin/lake house, with all the amenities. I did have to, change a few light bulbs (found some new ones in the kitchen cabinets), call the manager and have a technician treat the jacuzzi (super helpful and professional; took care of it quickly and to my satisfaction), and re-light the living room furnace pilot light 5 times. There were also some ants in the kitchhen from time to time. Absolutely loved the central AC for the hot days. Proximity to, the lakefront, the Village, Big Bear Marina, everywhere/everything, is ideal. Overall really enjoyed our stay, and will definitely come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Destination Big Bear, and for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our cabin cozy and comfortable. Thank you also for bringing the issues you encountered to our attention; we appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along to our team. Unfortunately, it is ant seasons and we are experiencing sightings in some of our homes. We appreciate you notifying us of this issue and will do our best to control and prevent them. Sadly this is what we see in living in the mountain. Glad to hear they were able to get the spa situated for you during your stay. We hope that you will choose to stay with us again in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Narineh B.

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

Heater problem

We had a great time and really like the location but we had a big problem with the wall heater that was most important in winter specially with the kids. Also inside of the the kitchen‘a cabinets were messy and we couldn’t find what ever we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charles R.

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

Cramped.

House is very tight to move around. Lighting is bad in kitchen, Hard to make dinners. Had to climb over chairs to use kitchen table. Construction next door was very loud ALL DAY every day we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Great retreat

Overall, it’s a lovely place to stay. I would definitely come back. Only a couple of issues … The toilet upstairs sounds like the water is running even when not in use. The jacuzzi style spa jets only work intermittently as well as the internet connection even though we were connected to WiFi. All else was inviting. Very spacious and clean. We especially enjoyed the pool table and piano (even sheet music provided!). Just a short walk to the lake, but fishing there is not ideal, very mossy. The Destination Big Bear staff made check-in and out very easy. It was a memorable time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
Hello Nancy, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the house and would come back. Thank you for the feedback and we will take a look into the issues. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation! Come back soon, Destination Big Bear

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