[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi! Family-friendly cabin in Big Bear Lake with a water park ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22210000/22209100/22209028/84d8962c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/9fae0826-c178-40d6-a1c1-b6dc643b1729-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22210000/22209100/22209028/6fca9bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22210000/22209100/22209028/a078353e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22210000/22209100/22209028/7ee38ca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Big Bear, Ponderosa offers a spacious retreat with a warm wood-burning fireplace and enormous picture windows that fill the home with natural light. Whip up a hearty meal in the kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances or grill on the propane BBQ and dine al fresco on the outdoor deck surrounded by mature trees. With multiple couches, chairs, and HDTV cable in each bedroom, this cabin is perfect for relaxation. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi! ★★ Ponderosa is a beautiful single-level mountain retreat tucked in a quiet neighborhood just off Big Bear Blvd. With a spacious circular driveway, stone-accented exterior, and close proximity to Bear Mountain, Snow Summit, and Big Bear Village, this home combines comfort, convenience, and charm for your next getaway.★★ ★★ HIGHLIGHTS ★★ ✓ Spacious 4 Bedroom + Game Room Single-Level Layout ✓ Beautiful Stonework Exterior & Circular Driveway w/ Trailer & Boat Parking ✓ Pet Friendly  ✓ Bright, Open Floor Plan w/ Vaulted Ceilings & Large Picture Windows ✓ Fully Equipped Kitchen w/ Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Countertops ✓ Cozy Living Room w/ Wood-Burning Fireplace & HDTV Cable ✓ Dining Room w/ Seating for 10 + Slider to Outdoor Deck ✓ Converted Garage Game Room w/ Pool Table, Shuffleboard, & Foosball ✓ Fenced Backyard w/ Propane BBQ & Deck Dining Area ✓ High Speed WiFi + Multiple Flat Screen TVs w/ Cable ✓ Washer and Dryer Available  ✓ Linens and Towels Provided ★★ COZY MOUNTAIN LIVING ★★ Step inside Ponderosa and enjoy vaulted ceilings, skylights, and picture windows that fill the home with natural light. The living room offers plenty of comfortable seating for your entire group, anchored by a traditional wood-burning fireplace. Relax with a movie on the flat screen TV with HDTV cable or simply enjoy the forest views from the oversized window. ✓ Old Fashioned Wood-Burning Fireplace ✓ Large Flat Screen TV w/ Cable ✓ Sofa w/ Sleeper & Chairs for Group Seating ✓ Bright & Airy Atmosphere w/ Skylights and Windows ★★ MODERN KITCHEN & DINING ★★ The spacious kitchen is designed for creating and sharing meals with family and friends. With granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all the basics stocked, it’s easy to prepare everything from hearty breakfasts to holiday dinners. ✓ Stainless Steel Appliances: Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer ✓ Coffee Maker, Blender, & Kitchen Essentials ✓ Granite Countertops & Ample Storage Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room features a 10-seat wood dining table beneath a ceiling fan, perfect for group gatherings. Step through the sliding glass doors to dine al fresco on the outdoor deck. ✓ 10-Seat Dining Table + Breakfast Bar ✓ Slider Access to Deck w/ Outdoor Dining & BBQ ★★ PEACEFUL BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ★★ Each bedroom offers cozy mountain décor, comfortable bedding, and thoughtful touches for a restful stay. ✓ Master Bedroom: King Bed, Flat Screen TV w/ Cable, Private Deck, En-Suite Bath w/ Skylight, Walk-In Shower & Separate Vanity ✓ Bedroom 2: Twin Over Full Bunk Bed, HDTV Cable, Window Views, Shares Bathroom w/Bedroom 3 ✓ Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, HDTV Cable, In-Wall Fireplace,  Window Views, Shares Bathroom w/Bedroom 2 ✓ Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Window Views, Private Exterior Entrance  ✓ Additional Bathroom w/Walk-in Shower located Off the Hallway ★★ GAME ROOM & ENTERTAINMENT ★★ The converted garage game room is perfect for fun and friendly competition. With multiple games, a futon, and a table for board games or cards, it’s the ultimate hangout spot. ✓ Pool Table, Foosball & Shuffleboard ✓ Futon + Table for Games ✓ Access Through Bedroom 4 ★★ OUTDOOR ENJOYMENT ★★ The fenced backyard and spacious decks provide a peaceful setting to enjoy the crisp mountain air. Grill dinner on the propane BBQ, relax in Adirondack chairs, or gather around the outdoor dining table under the trees. ✓ Fully Fenced Backyard- Perfect For Kids and Pets ✓ Propane BBQ Grill ✓ Deck Dining Table + Outdoor Seating ✓ Enjoy Mature Pines & Bird Feeders ★★ Make Ponderosa your home away from home in Big Bear! With its spacious single-level layout, cozy fireplaces, fun-filled game room, and inviting outdoor spaces, this retreat is the perfect place to gather with family and friends for lasting mountain memories. Book your stay today! ★★ 2024-2258   Important: Dear Traveler, you will be charged with USD 200 in case you include a Pet in your reservation as a Refundable Damage Deposit for Pets. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Ski lift privileges - Snow sports gear - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours 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 - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70370000/70365800/70365721/cdf79216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redwood Lodge by Destination Big Bear : Close to Snow Summit and Short Drive to Lake & Village! 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BBQ. Amazing Mountain Views. Walk to Bear Mtn. Resort & Golf Course. Big Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=80324931&PinnedHotelID=80324931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 ### Rules USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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-2021-1673 ### Property is also known as 1358 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.24295%2C-116.88287&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OyldBnyNAptyA-93BWvBUBTTvyE=) Big Bear Lake, CA #### What's nearby - Snow Summit - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - The Village - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - Big Bear Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Big Bear Marina - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Bear Mountain Express Lift - 6 min drive - 3.7 km #### Getting around - San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 71 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk - ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬13 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ponderosa: Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Pet Friendly! Game Room! BBQ! WiFi! located? > This family-friendly Big Bear Lake cabin is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bear Valley Community Hospital and Snow Summit. The Village is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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