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Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard

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Enjoy a serene picnic amidst the tall pine trees and a wooden fence in this peaceful outdoor setting.
Enjoy cooking in this cozy cabin kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and sink.
Relax in this inviting living room with a central wood-burning stove, comfortable sofa, and mounted TV.
Cozy cabin-style room with a large bed, dining table, and comfortable seating area.
Cozy cabin interior with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and fireplace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 2447 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard

Just a short walk to the Village shops, restaurants, National Forest hiking trails, and the lake. Perfect for couples looking to be close to everything Big Bear has to offer.

LIVING SPACE - Cozy 400+ sq ft home with living room, a ceiling fan, dining table, a TV, a beautiful wood burning fireplace stove, and comfortable living room seating.

ROOMS & BEDS - Studio bedroom with a queen bed, 1 bath. Extra blankets and pillows are available.

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

AMENITIES - Cable TV, fast WiFi, board games, and card games. Relax near the cozy wood burning fireplace stove.

OUTDOORS - Enjoy the large fully fenced backyard with a picnic table and gas barbecue!

PARKING - 1 car driveway

Close to National Forest hiking trails
Village - close walk
Lake - close walk
Snow Summit - 3.1 miles
Bear Mountain - 4.9 miles
Oktoberfest - 5 miles

Other things to note:
Big Bear Lake local ordinance 99.300 limits maximum occupancy to 2 people. Children, toddlers, and infants do count as a person. Occupancy is permitted per City Ordinance - over occupancy could result in a fine or non-refundable eviction.
Pet fee $30 per pet per night (dogs only)
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am

Property manager

Big Bear Cool Cabins

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 447 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VRR-2023-0303

Property is also known as

Highland Hideaway 1br/1ba/wifi
Highland Hideaway Free Ski/board Rental! 1br/1ba/wifi
Highland Hideaway Free Kayak/bike Rental! 1br/1ba/wifi
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About the area

Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Village - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Snow Summit - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Manor Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bowling Barn - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard?

As of Aug 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard on Aug 10, 2025 start from CA $331.61, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard located?

Located in Big Bear Central, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Metcalf Bay and The Village. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Aspen Glen Picnic Area are also within 10 minutes.

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Highland Hideaway - Walk to Lake & Village, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 49 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

James H.

1 - Poor

The property Highland Hideaway has a great backyard, but the actual cabin is too dark dirty. The bathroom feels like you were outside. A cold breeze, blows through one window and goes out the other one, even though the windows are closed the shower was too short to even stand in for somebody who's 5'10 and it's not actually a shower it's a tub. I was not impressed with the cabin. The front door wouldn't close it kept blowing open couch had stains,It was filthy.
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10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

5 - Excellent

Very good experience. We will consider doing this again in the future.

8/10 Good

jan p.

little house

perfect for a couple and very dog friendly. Near National Forrest for hiking and near restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gillian B.

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

Hideaway Retreat

We truly enjoyed our weekend away. It was very relaxing and fun for us and our pup. The huge backyard was a plus for him to enjoy, as well as close walk to hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Cute cabin

This little cabin was great and the backyard was perfect for our doggies to run around with plenty of space
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deana W., Arizona

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

Nice cabin

The cabin is very cute and loved the fenced backyard for my little dogs. Great place to get away and plenty of places to take your dogs for a walk. Enjoyed my stay and the cabin had everything needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Big Bear

Great weekend getaway cabin for me and my dog. Great backyard for her to run around in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D.

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

Perfect

The cabin had everything we needed & our 2 little dogs loved the huge fenced yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Comfy cabin with a huge yard

This was the perfect little cabin for my girlfriend and two dogs. It is super close to everything in town and quiet. The yard was fantastic for our two dogs to explore and play.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa M.

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

Super relaxing

This was my first solo trip and I took my dog with me. The cabin was absolutely perfect for a short getaway. It was clean, safe, and my dog absolutely loved the fenced backyard which was a nice peace of mind for me as well. Would come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Ellen C.

well, it's better than camping

The pictures on the internet are misleading by a lot. Don't mind a small place but this cabin is rundown, towel racks falling off the wall, no dresser or closet for clothes, kitchen is lacking any space, didn't even have a spatula. poor lighting throughout, especially bad in the bathroom. Will definitely not be staying here again.

8/10 Good

Ashley O'Sullivan O.

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

Great weekend getaway

Great place to stay for 2 people for the weekend. The only downfall was the shower head was ~2.5 feet from the ground. The shower head was removable but was not the most ideal shower especially when it’s cold and snowing out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Great Back Yard

Massive fences in yard. Our Husky loved the snow banks. Kind of an amazing aspect to the property in this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Cabin was just like the picture, nice backyard for our poochies to explore. It could use new rugs and carpet. It had a strong unpleasant smell glad I had a candle to help with that. The kitchen was well stocked with all we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Me time

I came to the mountains to have some me time after my wife passed away a few months ago! I wanted to see the Forest and the lake and the trees and I needed a place to stay while I have this experience! Cool Cabins catered to my needs! I will definitely use them again! Thank you for providing cool cabins!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Agnes v.

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

Need update

The place is some what out dated, it needs better locks on doors and windows ( didn't feel very safe) . Also the information books are needed to be updated ( they are from 2020) We did have a great stay otherwise. I did not understand the charges, and why was I charged for propane when we did not use it? They told me that is an automatic charge. Why? The barbeque is old and ready to fall apart. The back door is not safe at all, and unfinished . The couch is old and uncomfortable and smells. The place needs a facelift.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Rustin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Needs some upgrades.

Cool Cabins did a fantastic job of communicating, getting us checked in, and offering to remedy our concern. The back yard is very big and great for dogs. Be aware that during spring the yard will be muddy, so bring towels to wipe off the dog paws. The Hideaway is small, as described in the listing. The kitchen is sufficient to cook easy meals but more than one person in the kitchen isn't possible. The living room area is nice with comfortable chairs and couch. The dining table can seat 4, but it would be close quarters for dining. The cabin is definitely made for two people, as listed. The bathroom is small, but there is a nice shelving unit next to the sink to put your essentials. As another reviewer noted, the tub/shower has a very low ceiling. I'm 5'9" and could not shower standing up, so you'll need to get creative in "seated showering." The two things that dropped my rating are the bed itself and the fireplace. The mattress desperately needs to be replaced. You can tell just by looking at the end of the bed that it has sunk in quite a bit in the center. It felt like we were both sleeping on a hill side. When I contacted Cool Cabins, they were eager to help by providing a brand new pillow top mattress pad, but that would not have remedied the sunken middle of the bed. They then informed us that replacing the mattress is an owner's responsibility and out of their control, which I understand. The fireplace is not advertised in the listing because it is out of order. However, in looking at previous reviews, it has been out of order for 3 years. When heading to the mountains, a fireplace is the ambiance that guests are hoping to find. The fact that it hasn't been replaced and that the mattress also needs replacing, gives the feel that the owners of the cabin no longer provide funds for upkeep and Cool Cabins is doing the best they can with managing the property. I would definitely call Cool Cabins and ask if the mattress and fireplace have been upgraded before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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4/10 Poor

Robert W.

Great service but cabin in need of improvement

I hate to rate as low as a two but I must say the service and communication from Big Bear Cool Cabins is exceptional. The informative texts and emails made everything effortless. My questions were also responded to promptly so from that aspect, it was wonderful. The cabin, though, was disappointing. The couch appears to be very dirty and stained. It truly needs to be replaced. The comforter on the bed was covered in hair, the pillows smelled, as did the extra blanket that was provided. I'm not interested in posting poor reviews online because i was very pleased with the service just not the cleanliness of the cabin.

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline T.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Quiet getaway

Backyard was optimal for my two large dogs; they loved it. Just wish the house was upgraded a bit more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

John P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Management Company

Very friendly and helpful staff. We had an issue with the initial cabin (hence the rating), but they switched us to a great alternative quickly and without issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorcey A.

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

Great cabin with large yard

The Highland Hideaway was great! It is a cozy, studio-style cabin with everything you need for a weekend in Big Bear. Our dog loved playing in the snow in the fenced yard. Big Bear Cool Cabins was very helpful and communicative. They even drove by and plowed the snow in front of our driveway after we got 11 inches of snow!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Perfection

I cannot say enough about our stay this weekend! Our cabin was absolutely perfect for my husband, myself and our fur-kid. The cabin and back yard were beyond my hopes. I can’t wait come back and and will be back! 20/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zachary G.

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

Very cozy cabin we enjoyed it and the huge fenced in yard was great for the dogs

We really enjoyed the coziness of the cabin and the romance package made it great. Dogs loved the large yard
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jeff G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Management company is a joke

The management company that runs this listing is a joke! Had us waiting to get in our cabin for over 45 minutes and then said you have to come pick up the key from our office? Then we were doubled charged and then blamed our bank. Management is a joke with zero help and terrible attitudes I would rather slip in the snow then do business with Big Bear Cool Cabins
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

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

Great cabin for a couple and dog

We had a wonderful time in beautiful big bear and my puppy had the best time in the Huge backyard as well. Cabin is small and cozy. Location is great too. Thank you,,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021