Planning a weekend getaway and searching for that perfect Vrbo or Airbnb Big Bear rental? Well, look no further, because I’ve put together the ultimate Big Bear Vrbo & Airbnb guide filled with amazing/ unique places to stay, romantic cabin rentals, pet-friendly stays and a top-notch selection of vacation rentals in the Big Bear area to help you find the perfect pad!
A small city with big fun. Yes, Big Bear is ready to welcome you with an exciting adventure any time of the year! Explore the scenic beauty, rugged landscapes, and pristine waterways of Big Bear and what it has to offer. Enjoy Southern California’s best skiing and snowboarding resorts and other recreational activities.
Quick Breakdown of Big Bear Vrbo & Airbnb Rentals
You don’t have to spend too much time reading all 20 vacation rental listings to check out in Big Bear! I have narrowed down the best vacation rental in Big Bear for you! I have chosen five different properties particularly for different travel styles and budgets. Check out my top picks below:
- Overall Best Big Bear Vacation Rental – *Big Bear Family Getaway * Best Cabin * SPECIAL LOCATION *
- Best Romantic Big Bear Vacation Rental – The Perfect Romantic Getaway!
- Best Luxury Vacation Rental in Big Bear, California – “The Grand” Big Bear Luxury Lakefront Log Home w/ Private Dock.
- Best Big Bear Airbnb For Large Groups – Chic Mountain Escape. Cosmopolitan Lifestyle.
- Best Cheap Big Bear Airbnb – California Boho Cabin 7 min to Village – Fire Pit
- Best Unique Airbnb in Big Bear – Unique and Modern A-Frame- 6 blocks to SnowPlay
I’ve also added tons of fun, helpful, and inspiring travel videos for your upcoming trip to Big Bear, California! It’s such a jaw-droppingly gorgeous destination with lots to do, so make sure you watch a few of them to get tons of ideas for how to spend your time down while up in the mountains!
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The 20 Coolest VRBOS & Airbnbs in Big Bear, California
There’s so much to be explored in Big Bear! Aside from activities that can give you heart-pumping, adrenaline rush, you can head to Big Bear Historical Museum and get an understanding of the cowboys, Serrano Indians and gold mining rush; or you can experience hiking with your friends on the Pine Knot Trail, and taste a flavorful meal from Nottingham’s Restaurant. And if you’re visiting during the winter, you can’t miss a visit to the Big Bear Mountain Resort for a top-notch snow-sport experience!
But first things first, you’ll need to find the perfect place to stay for your trip! So I’ve done the legwork and found 20 incredible Vrbo & Airbnb Big Bear vacation rentals that are guaranteed to help you find your dream accommodation!
*Big Bear Family Getaway * Best Cabin * SPECIAL LOCATION *
Overall Best Big Bear Vacation Rental
Location: Moonridge, Big Bear
Price: $291 avg. per night
Sleeps: 6 (3 BR/1 BA)
The Treehouse is ideally located within walking distance to shops, slopes, the lake, and more. This is my pick for best overall Big Bear Vacation rental in large part due to the 80+ perfect 5-star reviews from guests who simply can’t say enough good things about this contemporary cabin accommodation. Any rental taking the overall top spot on my list needs a hot tub tub and fantastic views, which the Treehouse has both of by way of the sprawling outdoor space on the deck! From the cozy upstairs loft to the fully-equipped kitchen, this place as all the amenities you’ll need along with ample space and nearby attractions for your group to relax, recharge, connect with nature, and enjoy any number of outdoor activities during your stay.
Guest review: “This property is appointed exactly as photographed and spotless to boot! Everything works – tv, wifi, etc. The fridge and appliances are pristine. The owner returned my inquiries promptly via phone,text and email, and I had zero issues during my relaxing weekend in this private and serene cabin setting. I would definitely return again and again. I am grateful to the owner for demonstrating attentive and professional hospitality.”
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Credit: VRBO
The Perfect Romantic Getaway!
Best Romantic Big Bear Vacation Rental
Location: Big Bear Lake
Price: $194 avg. per night
Sleeps: 2 (1 BR/1 BA)
Cozy, quaint, well-priced, and comes with a hot tub! It doesn’t get any better than this for a remarkable and romantic Big Bear retreat. The owners have aptly named this property “Almost Paradise” — I couldn’t agree more! This cute cabin is a couples’ dream, providing the perfect amount of space for you and your significant other to curl up by the wood-fueled stove or the comfy queen bed. The lake is only a quarter mile away, and the hosts are highly rated for prompt responses and thoughtful touches should you need anything during your stay.
Guest review: “I wanted to make my husband’s birthday special this year somehow during the chaos and Almost Paradise really put the icing on the cake! We enjoyed getting away to this cozy cabin. Already recommended to friends and family, looking forward to getting away in the future! Thank you again Guy for accommodating us along the way.”
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“The Grand” Big Bear Luxury Lakefront Log Home w/ Private Dock.
Location: Big Bear
Price: $1,130 avg. per night
Sleeps: 10 (4 BR/3.5 BA)
This resplendent rental is ritzy, rustic, and rated 5 stars by 70+ guests! The interior is nothing short of stunning, with exposed log beams and siding throughout to complement the fantastic hardwood flooring. The hot tub, game room with pool table, roaring fireplace, and smart TVs provide plenty of opportunity for relaxation and entertainment should the sweeping spectacular views of Big Bear Lake not be captivating enough themselves! This is truly the top location for a luxurious lakefront getaway for your group.
Guest review: “This is the most fantastic view on the lake. The property is large and gorgeous and the Log home is modern and beautiful. This is the second time we stayed and there is no reason to go anywhere else! Thank you for sharing your home with us.”
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Coolest Airbnb in Big Bear — Big Bear Treehouse
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $400+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/10382172
This is one of the coolest AirBnb’s I’ve seen in quite some time, and is this ultimate alpine escape – The Big Bear Treehouse. It’s one of the most magnificent vacation rentals I’ve come across and is an ideal place to relax, retreat, and experience.
It has a modern mid-century style and interior with two spacious bedrooms, a kitchen fully stocked with the basic appliances to cook a warm meal, an open living space to chill out while drinking a hot chocolate by the fireplace, and a backyard surrounded with pine trees. Close to restaurants and a convenience store, the community market, and the famous Big Bear Donuts. It may be your next favorite place to stay in Big Bear!
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Best Luxury Big Bear Airbnb — Nordik Eskape-Romantic Scandinavian Treetop Cabin
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $273+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/23110465
Located in Big Bear, California, just 4 miles from Bear Mountain Resort, the Nordik Eskape is a treetop cabin, inspired by minimalist, simple and functional Scandinavian living. You won’t want to miss the wondrous property.
This 2-story, 1-bedroom home is the best place to go on a retreat and rejuvenate. The house is designed to provide you a comfortable and enjoyable stay – a living room with an indoor fireplace, high ceiling, large windows with a view, a full kitchen with modern appliances for easy cooking, an ensuite master bedroom with a balcony, and a full bathroom. You can also enjoy the use of mountain bikes and sleds provided by the host! Enjoy the various activities around the area: skiing, climbing, hiking, biking, zip-lining, and boating.
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Best Airbnb in Big Bear For Large Groups — Beautiful Mountain Escape. Cosmopolitan Lifestyle.
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $125+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/29181453
My choice for “The Best Airbnb for Groups in Big Bear”? If you like your accommodation with a posh hotel vibe, then The Black House has you covered. This chic 3-bedroom home nestled within the woods is created for modern living with a contemporary monochrome design.
Have wonderful meals with your family or friends in the dining room or at the deck under the stars, listen to music or watch some Netflix at the living room, and have a goodnight sleep in the glamorous and cozy bedroom. So get in line for a place so chic and elegant, you won’t want to leave the house!
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Best Cheap Big Bear Airbnb — California Boho Cabin with Fire Pit
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $68+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29527314
If you like your accommodation that won’t break the bank, then this California boho and rustic vibe cabin is the perfect place! Close to the village and attractions, for a very affordable price, Kindle Kabin has you covered! This is my pick for “The Best Cheap Airbnb in Big Bear.”
Enjoy the amenities of the cabin – fully stocked kitchen, living area with large daybed for lounging while listening to good vintage music from the turntable, 1 cozy bedroom, and a clean and modern bathroom. Outside, you have a front porch and a fire pit to keep you warm while stargazing at night. Indeed, an inexpensive home for your Big Bear getaway!
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Best Unique Airbnb Big Bear — Modern A-Frame Cabin
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $120+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32370417
This A-frame cabin won my heart for the “Best Unique Airbnb in Big Bear, California”. The cabin offers modern living with a romantic setting – a spiral staircase leading to the sleeping quarters, full kitchen and dining area with premium appliances, and a cozy living area with a fireplace.
There’s also a laundry area and a yard with a grill and outdoor dining. This home allows guests to retreat to Big Bear’s sought after outdoor recreational activities and beautiful town. Learn about coffee, hike the trails and ski the slopes of Big Bear mountains! A perfect place to connect with each other and the environment.
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The Phoenix Chalet
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $99+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/22362278
Cozy up, cook hearty meals, snooze away, enjoy the view. You’ve found the perfect place, with a rustic cabin feel in a small pine-scented town. Enjoy the view while grilling a barbecue on the outdoor space, dine in under the antler chandelier, and have a goodnight sleep on the extra comfy mattress in this 2-bedroom Airbnb.
The Big Bear Phoenix Chalet is located in a quiet neighborhood of Whispering Forest close to the lake, and other hiking and skiing activities. With a Airbnb Plus rating for only $99/night, it surely is an amazing experience!
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Best Value For Money Airbnb Big Bear — A-Frame Cabin with Heated Floors
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $99+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/31200229
The A-frame cabin was created for those who have the desire to totally unwind and relax in Big Bear. This Airbnb has 2 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 guests with a full kitchen, living room with fireplace and 55’ television for entertainment, a bathroom with heated floors and rain shower.
Luxury linens and towels are also provided, a coffee machine, bbq on the deck and a password enabled door. Located in a less traffic area, kid-friendly, and also, parties are not allowed in this neighborhood so you can have peace and quiet during your stay. Enjoy the amenities as this is definitely one of the top rentals in Big Bear lake!
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Most Stylish Airbnb in Big Bear — Alterra A-Frame Cabin
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $145+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20875230
Sometimes the chaos of modern life can be a little too much so it’s good to escape from the fast-paced lifestyle once in a while. And what better way to have a retreat in Big Bear? A weekend in this mid-century A-frame Alterra House!
Have your own paradise while staying in this Airbnb – 2 bedrooms with spectacular views, a full open-concept kitchen, and an efficient wood-burning stove at the living area with plenty of board games to keep you entertained. On the deck, there’s an al fresco sitting where you can relax and stargaze at night. Indeed, this could be your slice of wonderland in Big Bear.
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Best Pet-Friendly Big Bear Airbnb — Mid-Century A-Frame by Slopes
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $190+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/21503287
Searching for a vintage beauty with your weekend getaway? This mid-century home is a lovingly converted 57-year old A-frame house just 12-minutes away from the winter activities like Snow Summit and Bear Mountain Ski Resort.
This cabin in the woods sleeps two in simple comfort but nicely accommodates 3 to 4 guests, set in a grove of 21 pine trees complete with a well-equipped kitchen, a cozy living room with a fireplace and Apple TV, and a deck with a bbq grill. Explore and experience the activities around the area – mom & pop restaurants, antique & vintage shops, local coffee roasters, and the town center, The Village. This is a dream cabin!
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Best Modern Big Bear Airbnb — Bungalow Retreat Cabin
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $69+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/39677189
A beautifully renovated one-bedroom cabin set in a residential neighborhood in Big Bear that promises the ultimate weekend escape. The interior boasts a modern design with beautiful furnishings and high end appliances.
The bedroom includes a king bed and 55-inch smart TV, a fully stocked kitchen, a modern bathroom with a tub, living room with fireplace, and a deck surrounded with beautiful greenery. Also, there’s a fully functional washer and dryer available in this cabin. All of this for only $69/night! It’s more than what you are paying for, to be honest!
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Most Stylish Airbnb in Big Bear — Chic Cabin Home in the Heart of Big Bear Lake
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $199+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/16666349
Nestled amongst the beautiful slopes of Big Bear, California, you can have a comfortable and enjoyable stay at the Summit Blvd Cabin. Not only does this cabin offer comfort for it’s 10 guests, it’s also equipped with a fireplace, soaking tub, wash & dryer, and an outdoor seating with a bbq.
If you’re in the mood for an adventure, Snow Summit is a walking distance away! You can also enjoy other activities like mountain biking and fishing during the summer. This 2-storey home has an Airbnb Plus rating, so you are sure that it has high standards and you will feel “at home” during your stay.
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Best Big Bear Airbnb For Families — Cozy Farmhouse Cabin Close With Hot Tub
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $240+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/29106956
Another Airbnb Plus property, there’s this cozy farmhouse cabin located in the residential Farm Fox neighborhood near Big Bear Mountain and Snow Play. A fun retreat on the mountains, this beautiful property offers up luxury accommodation complete with an indoor fireplace, dishwasher, gas oven, en-suite bedrooms, a standalone steam shower, and an outdoor patio.
If all that wasn’t enough, it even has its own parking and private hot tub and BBQ grill! You can spend the morning hiking the mountains and enjoying the slopes of Big Bear Mountain. Because, why not?
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Best Cozy Cabin Big Bear Airbnb — Crazy Pines
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $140+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/23652812
Set up on the mountain within a quiet neighborhood and beautiful views, the newly renovated 70’s house is one of Big Bear’s iconic stays. This charming vintage home come complete with floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful views day to night and cozy bedrooms with an electric fireplace to keep you warm on cold nights.
There’s a modern kitchen, a homey living room, a wash, and dry combo, a wraparound deck, and a parking space. Needless to say, it offers up the kind of views you can only dream about.
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Best Big Bear Airbnb Location — Cozy-Chic Sherwood Enclave
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $120+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2510074
Cozy Chic Sherwood Enclave in Big Bear offers guests a beautifully designed room complete with the essentials to give you a relaxing vacation in the mountains. The house has 3 bedrooms and can sleep 8 guests with one Queen bed in each bedroom. It has a couch in the living room that rolls out as a bed for additional guests, and a fully stocked kitchen with oven, coffee maker, toaster, and even a waffle maker!
The house has 2 baths, and a front and back porch where you can chill out on your free day. Conveniently located within walking distance to the Convention Center, it is also the perfect location for seasonal activities on the mountain or exploring Big Bear Lake.
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Your Mountain Getaway in Charming Big Bear Cabin Airbnb
Airbnb Plus: No
Superhost: Yes
Price: $122+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/27226844
Planning a trip to Big Bear? Book this two-storey Gambrel style cabin that can accommodate up to 5 guests. Combined industrial and farmhouse design, this makes the cabin very charming and feels very close to nature.
Grill bbq or make your own smores at the outdoor fire pit, or read your favorite book by the hammock, warm up and get cozy by the fireplace in the living room, start your day with coffee at the kitchen bar, and have a good sleep on the cozy bed. Its located in the quiet side of the lake, away from the traffic and crowd of the village but close enough to access the boutiques, shops, and restaurants!
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Best Tiny Home Airbnb Big Bear — Small Yet Mighty Cabin in the Woods
Airbnb Plus: Yes
Superhost: Yes
Price: $92+ per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/30750088
This small yet mighty cabin offers you a closer experience with nature. Another Airbnb Plus home for a very affordable price, only $92/night. The house has one bedroom, a walk-in shower, a small kitchen, and dining room. Outside, you can enjoy a shared hot tub and bbq grill. Brought your car to your weekend vacation? No problem! This home has its own parking space. Colorado Lodge is located in a quiet neighborhood, not far from the lake, the village shops and restaurants.
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Best Airbnb Experiences in Big Bear
You can’t come to Big Bear without experiencing the adventure! And of course, I have listed activities for you that you might be interested in trying. Check it out!
Private Ski or Snowboard Lesson
“2 Hour Private Ski or Snowboard lesson with a professional. Learn the basics and refine your skills with a pro. The first hour is about learning new techniques and building confidence. While the second hours aims to refine your skills on the mountain.”
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1265062
Price: $150 (2 hours)
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Decorate your own Ceramic Coasters
“You will paint four ceramic tile coasters with your choice of color from 52 shades of Alcohol Inks. Learn how to fill copic markers and use a range of stencils, brushes and more to make abstract marks and blend colors. Then, for the grand finale, we’ll show you how light your tile on fire to set the ink!”
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/169996
Price: $20 (2 hours)
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Am I Missing Any Amazing Big Bear Vrbo & Airbnb Cabins/ Rentals?
Big Bear is one of the BEST places in the world to rent a fun cabin for a weekend getaway with family & friends, or for a romantic escape! There were tons of awesome options to choose from, so if you’ve been to Big Bear recently and stayed at an awesome Airbnb that should be listed here, please do let me know! Also, if you’re a new Airbnb Bear Bear host and would like to have your property featured, I’d love to hear from you! Always looking for fun new rentals to look at!
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Final Thoughts on Big Bear Vrbo & Airbnb Rentals
A trip to Big Bear is guaranteed to be an outdoor adventure you’ll never forget! Whether you visit during the snowy winter or the sunny summer, there’s plenty of amazing things to do, awesome places to stay, and a wonderful atmosphere! No matter which of these Big Bear Cabin Airbnb rentals you choose, I’m sure it’ll provide an awesome base for your upcoming getaway!
I like the idea of staying at a cabin that has a fully equipped kitchen. My wife and I are planning a vacation for this year, and we both love to cook. It would be convenient if we could find a cabin that has a fully equipped kitchen for our upcoming vacation.