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Cabin Steps to Lake and Village

Cabin in Big Bear Lake, CA

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.6 · 74 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Value & Savings

Value & Savings

Guests save an average of 24% when booking this stay vs. Airbnb and Vrbo.

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Relax in a fully fenced backyard with charcoal BBQ and pine-shaded patio.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Guests enjoy cozy evenings by the wood-burning fireplace, cable TV, foosball.

What guests are saying

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4.6

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 74 reviews

Guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and beautiful surroundings of the property, often describing it as a pleasant escape. Many highlight the responsive communication from the host, providing clear instructions and support during their stay. However, some guests have reported significant issues regarding maintenance, particularly with heating and water services. Despite these concerns, the overall sentiment leans towards a positive experience, with several guests expressing a desire to return.

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Property details

Perfect for a group of friends or a small family to enjoy the best that Big Bear has to offer you will love your visit here at our Oriole Cottage- centrally located less than a mile from the lake or Village and furnished with comfortable mountain essentials to ensure a memorable and relaxing vacation is in store. Hop in the car and you are under ten minutes to the grocery stores, ski resorts, local zoo, and all local hiking trails offered in the valley. Enter your home where you are greeted with a warm and cozy living room that is ordained in big open windows, vaulted cathedral beamed ceilings, and a great open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining a group for a dinner party or holiday meal. Snuggle up on the comfy couches as you warm your toes in front of the toasty wood burning fireplace as you watch the snow falling outside and pop on a movie on the flat screen TV with complimentary Cable and hi speed WIFI internet provided for your enjoyment by the owners. Enjoy forested views as you dine together at the adorable log dining table to the side of the room or sit at the breakfast bar and connect with the chef of your group as they prepare your home cooked meals with the perfect open floor space for everyone. The practical kitchen has all that you need for your preparations including ample counter space, oak cabinets stocked with cookware and utensils, general appliances, and even a dishwasher to ensure your cleanup is a breeze. This single level chalet offers easy and convenient access to both bedrooms and your adorable hallway full bathroom, each is made up for your group with warm linens, blankets, pillows, and fresh shower towels for your visit when you arrive. Enjoy playing on the foosball game or watching a movie separately in the second guest room plus a washer and dryer is right on hand for those wet snow clothes in the winter or extended visits to the mountains year round. Venture to the great outdoors where you will love the tree lined and fully fenced private backyard area with a fabulous patio that includes outdoor picnic tables and a Charcoal BBQ where you can relax and unwind in the evenings as you grill up your freshly caught dinner from the lake under the pines. Oriole Cottage has everything you need for a relaxing and memorable trip to the mountains no matter the season you choose to visit- make this your next home away from home today! Sleeping Arrangements: Bedroom 1: Queen Bed Bedroom 2: Full Bed + Full Bed, TV w/ Cable, Foosball Table Bathroom Arrangements: Hallway Full Bath -Sleeps 4 -2 Cars Driveway Parking -No Pets Allowed -864 Total Square Feet City Permit #: VRR-2024-0234 Minimum age to book this property is : 21

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

Guest reviews

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Jenna

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July 2026

Loved staying at Oriole Cottage. Cabin was spacious for two people and is the perfect location in Big Bear for what we were there to do- training for Tour de Big Bear. I am a manual wheelchair user and want to note the cabin is wheelchair accessible except for the main bedroom. The second bedroom with two beds is wheelchair accessible and that is the room we chose to use. Beds were comfortable and nice to sleep in. The front door is 4-5 inches above the porch and it was easy for my partner to push me up/down in my wheelchair over the threshold into/out of the cabin. Pretty normal experience for us. Neighborhood is very quiet and nestled in between the trees right below Big Bear Blvd. We walked/rolled to a BBQ restaurant one night for dinner and it was superb. Lots of other restaurants to choose from within walking distance if you desire different cuisine. There's a 711 right at the top of the neighborhood block if you need something quick. Would visit Oriole Cottage again!

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Heather

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June 2026

This was my first time booking and it was a great experience! Our cabin was exactly as it looked in the photos. The cabin was clean and welcoming. The washer and dryer was a plus since we have a 6 month old. It was close to the park and the lake too, we did many walks around the neighborhood. I would book again!

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Jorge

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February 2026

It was a great little weekend getaway spot to celebrate a birthday. We will hopefully be back soon and booking again!

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Si

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December 2025

Check-in was delayed by around 30 minutes, and we did not receive the address or access information until after check-in time. We were traveling with two little kids, which made the wait in the cold more challenging. We stayed for three nights, and basic cleaning supplies should have been prepared in advance. However, there was not even hand soap in the bathroom when we arrived. After contacting the host, we were instructed to go to the office to pick it up ourselves. While the accommodation itself was acceptable, these issues negatively affected our overall experience.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 21

No smoking

No parties

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