Skip to main content
Cabin

The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ

Photo gallery for The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ

Living Room
Foosball Table
Deck
Kitchen
Front

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, Big Bear Alpine Zoo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Mountain Resort
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear Mountain Express Lift
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ

Centrally located in Big Bear Lake, walking distance to the Bear Mountain shuttle. Just a few minutes' drive to groceries, restaurants, the Village and the lake, this beautiful cabin will definitely steal your heart during your stay at Big Bear.

LIVING SPACE - Cozy 800+ sq ft home with living room, ceiling fan, smart TV, wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating.

ROOMS & BEDS - 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. First bedroom has a king bed and ceiling fan. Second bedroom has a queen bed and ceiling fan. Extra blankets and pillows are available.

KITCHEN - Stove with oven, refrigerator, microwave, blender, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, pots/pans, and more.

AMENITIES - Foosball table, darts, board games, and card games. Smart TV, Roku, with streaming apps and fast WiFi. Air conditioning. Pac n Play and highchair available for the littles (available upon request). Window and portable AC units available.

OUTDOORS - Back deck has patio furniture and a gas barbecue. Front deck has a gas fire pit.

PARKING - 2 car driveway

Closet to National Forest hiking trails
Bear Mountain - 1.6 miles
Snow Summit - 1.6 miles
Oktoberfest - 1.6 miles
Lake - 1.8 miles
Village - 2.8 miles

Other things to note:
Max occupancy 4
Pet fee $75 per pet (dogs only)
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Living Room
Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace
Summit Estates
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
Bear Retreat - Walk to Snow Summit, Hot Tub, Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

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-2025-0488
Property # 20121566
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 Moonridge, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Snow Summit and Gold Mine Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Eagle Point. Travelling with kids? Consider Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
View more Cabin rentals in Big Bear LakeOpens in a new window
Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Alpine Zoo - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Bear Mountain Resort - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bear Mountain Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • United States Adaptive Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear Mountain Ski Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Applebee’s | IHOP - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ on 26 Aug, 2026 start from S$195, 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 The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Scandinavian Bear - AC, Close to Slopes, Smart TV, Fireplace, Deck, BBQ located?

This family-friendly Big Bear Lake cabin is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of United States Adaptive Recreation Center, Snow Summit and Interlaken Shopping Center. The Village is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

5 - Excellent

Amazing experience with my family, everything was great and we couldn't have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend this cabin for a smaller party (it was myself and two kids), it was awesome.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas N.

Nice little place

Nice place a for a couple people. Beds were comfortable and well sized. We didn't use much of the porch but was nice enough to sit outside. Easy to get to and close enough to Downtown and restaurants.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Hi Chris! Thank you for staying with us. We are happy to hear that you had a great time. We look forwarding to welcoming you back!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Karen M.

Good Equipped but dirty and dog smell

Cozy Cabin but really dusty and dog smell

About the host

Hosted by Big Bear Cool Cabins

Host profile image
Big Bear Cool Cabins invites you to be our guest in the beautiful mountains of Southern California. With more than 400 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!

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Go further with the Vrbo app

  • Easily message your host
  • Access, share and manage your trip
  • Earn OneKeyCash on holiday rentals
Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app
QR code to download the app