A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Big Bear Lake
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Big Bear Lake, CA
Meadow Park
Place, Meadow Park
3 min walk
Big Bear Lake
Place, Big Bear Lake
7 min walk
The Village
Place, The Village
2 min drive
San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
66 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom Four
1 Queen Bed
Common Space
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Bedroom
1 King Bed
Third Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table
Experience Big Bear from this expansive 3,500+ sq ft lakefront retreat with a private dock and direct access to the water. Located in the Village Area, this 4-bedroom home accommodates up to 13 guests and features multiple fireplaces, a spacious game room and beautiful lake views.
Spend your days enjoying the lake and your evenings gathered together. Launch into the water from the private dock, challenge your group to pool, ping pong or shuffleboard, then relax on the deck or around one of the fireplaces as the day winds down.
Inside the cabin The spacious living area features comfortable seating, multiple wood-burning fireplaces, a TV with DirecTV and NFL Sunday Ticket, and fast WiFi. A dining table and bar seating provide plenty of room for group meals and gatherings.
The fully equipped kitchen is designed for larger groups, featuring a six-burner stove with double oven, double-door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher and microwave. Additional appliances include a rice cooker, blender, toaster, coffee maker, hot cocoa maker and popcorn maker. A Crock-Pot, cookware, dishes and utensils are also provided.
The dedicated game room offers plenty of entertainment with a pool table, ping pong table and shuffleboard. Board games and card games are also available.
Sleeping arrangements The cabin accommodates up to 13 guests, with no more than 10 adults. Bedroom 1 (Upstairs) – King bed, TV, DVD player, private bathroom and deck access Bedroom 2 (Upstairs) – King bed and TV Bedroom 3 (Downstairs) – King bed, TV and private bathroom Bedroom 4 (Upstairs) – Queen bed, TV and private bathroom Game room – Queen-over-twin bunk bed and 2 rollaway beds 3 full bathrooms
Amenities Private lakefront access Private dock Direct stairs to the lake Small launching ramp Game room Pool table Ping pong table Shuffleboard Multiple wood-burning fireplaces TV with DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket Fast WiFi Board games and card games Fully equipped kitchen Six-burner stove Double oven Double-door refrigerator with water and ice Dishwasher Microwave Rice cooker Blender Toaster Coffee maker Hot cocoa maker Popcorn maker Crock-Pot Cookware, dishes and utensils Side-by-side washer and dryer Large backyard Back deck Gas BBQ Patio furniture Picnic tables Full badminton court Parking for 4 vehicles No pets allowed
Outdoor space Enjoy direct access to Big Bear Lake from the private dock, with stairs leading directly to the water and a small launching ramp for water activities. The large backyard and back deck provide plenty of space to gather, while the gas BBQ, patio furniture, picnic tables and full badminton court add even more ways to enjoy the outdoors.
Location Located in Big Bear Lake's Village Area, this lakefront retreat puts you right on the water while keeping you close to the Village and Big Bear's year-round attractions. Enjoy a peaceful waterfront setting with direct lake access and plenty of space for outdoor recreation.
Other Details to Note -Parking available for 4 vehicles (driveway) -Check-in: After 4:00 PM -Check-out: Before 11:00 AM -Maximum occupancy: 13 (no more than 10 adults) -No pets allowed -Lake levels vary seasonally and cannot be guaranteed -Exterior recording cameras -Permit #VRR-2025-0081
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn the thermostat to 55 degrees. Do not turn off heaters, may result in frozen pipes. Cabins with a hot tub must have jets shut off, cover on and locked. Wash, dry, and put away all dishes.
Remove all trash and take to the appropriate trash site location. See confirmation for address. Trash removal is the City/County Law and not our rule.
Text us at 909-403-3217 upon departure and leave the name of the cabin. Report any damages or information we should be aware of about the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Wash all dishes.
Per City/County ordinance, garbage must be taken by the guest to one of the locations listed on your confirmation.
If your property is pet-friendly, please ensure you clean up after your pet to maintain a clean and pleasant environment for all guests.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number VRR-2026-0018
Property # 3464839
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.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Big Bear Lake
Located in Big Bear Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Snow Summit and Pine Knot Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Village and Interlaken Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Carl's Jr. - 15 min walk
Café Crêpe - 19 min walk
Applebee’s | IHOP - 3 min drive
Tropicali - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hakuna Matata Lakefront - Lakefront, Dock, Game Room, Pool Table located?
This family-friendly Big Bear Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Eagle Point and The Village. Snow Summit is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Abdullah K.
2 Oct 2024
Hakuna Maya Review
Overall, our stay was amazing! The place is beautifully furnished and layed out. Lots of things to keep you entertained and only good things to say!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brandon B.
12 Feb 2025
Hakuna Matata Lakefront
Stayed with family over Superbowl weekend and couldn't have been more pleased with the location and property overall! Great game room/hangout area for the whole family to have fun, amazing scenic view of the lake with plenty of space for the kids to play outside, and great location close to Big Bear Village and other local restaurants as well as being very central to local ski resorts. Will be staying here again in the future!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Justin B.
28 Jul 2025
Great Place, Responsive Service, but Owner Showed Up Twice
The place was great! Beautiful lake front property with all the amenities you need for a fun, relaxing weekend. Cools Cabins was very responsive.
I do want to mention, however, we did not appreciate who I presume was the owner showing up at the property two mornings in a row to work on his jet skis in the driveway.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Leticia S.
6 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
3 days weekend
Despite of our down stair dinning table almost falling apart while having dinner and power going out twice, Overall my family enjoyed the stayed. Perfect games for our teenage kids and plenty of space down stairs for our twin babies to play around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Hi Leticia,
Thank you for staying with us and leaving a review. I am so sorry to hear about the dining table and power outage. I have made a note to the Maintenance department to handle the dining table. We strive for customer service and hope to have you back soon!
Big Bear Cool Cabins
Late check in !Extremely long and not friendly processNo towels !!!!And I can go on and on
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2025
Hi Nissan!
Thank you for staying with us. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the additional check-in process. Since the reservation was made under your father's name and he was not present at check-in, we required additional verification, as outlined in the documents provided after booking. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back in the future.
3 generations spent 4 days at this lovely mountain get away. The house is incredible, filled with charm and amenities like pool table, ping pong, corn hole, volleyball net, outside chairs and boat dock. (Water level low, so had some challenge getting to clear water but we made it work). The house is huge with well equipped kitchen and areas for rest and play. Our 5 granddaughters enjoyed the bunk room and free WiFi was a special bonus. The sun rises were incredible and the patios and outside deck with bbq allowed us some good quality family time. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Hi, Glenda!
Thank you for staying with us! We are very happy to hear you and your family enjoyed our cabin! We strive to provide a great stay for all of our guests! We hope to be able and host your next vacation to help build more memories with your family!
Thank you,
Big Bear Cool Cabins
Property was nice but a bit dated. Next door there is a full remodel happening and workers started at 7:30am sharp the day after Thanksgiving till 5pm. Not as peaceful as would hope for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Hello, Nicola!
We are very sorry to hear about this. We wish we would have been informed during your stay so we could have gone over and see if we could have them work a bit later. We are very sorry about this. We hope to have you back very soon and hopefully this doesn't prohibit you from returning.
Thank you,
Big Bear Cool Cabins
Memorable getaway with the family! The location is fantastic! This home is spacious and beautiful and provides everything you need to have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We hope to have you back soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
K B.
31 Oct 2017
Perfect House. Beautiful Location!
Perfect House for a girls weekend! Plenty of space, amazing views, and close to everything you could want in Big Bear.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us!!! We just got this review for some reason :) Look forward to seeing you next time you're in Big Bear. Happy 2020!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
TonyandShauna W.
25 Oct 2017
Views are amaxing!
Family trip to Big Bear was perfect with this home. Had plenty of room for our large family to hang out and felt very comfy. The views of the lake are ridiculous. Huge patio for our whole family to hangout and just a couple steps from the lake. Overall great stay. Thanks for letting us stay in this home.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us!!! We just got this review for some reason :) Look forward to seeing you next time you're in Big Bear. Happy 2020!
About the host
Hosted by Big Bear Cool Cabins
Big Bear Cool Cabins invites you to be our guest in the beautiful mountains of Southern California. With more than 325 properties, ranging from single-room cabins to entire lodges, Big Bear Cool Cabins has the perfect lodging for your adventure. We look forward to hosting you soon! Escape to beautiful Big Bear with mild summer temperatures and snowy winters. Big Bear Lake is a year round resort with a beautiful lake for boating and fishing, the best slopes in southern California for skiing and snowboarding, the National Forest for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, a quaint Village full of shops and restaurants, golf, animal park and much, much more. For the time you do spend indoors, make sure it's a premium vacation rental from Big Bear Cool Cabins. Located just a couple of hours from Los Angeles and Orange County and about three hours from San Diego or Las Vegas. Big Bear Lake, Southern California is the perfect vacation destination. Pet friendly cabins available!
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