Title: Bare Necessities - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6919&destination=Big+Bear+Lake%2C+San+Bernardino+County%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=95807872&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Bare Necessities ## Photo gallery for Bare Necessities ![Basic Cabin | Living area - Bare Necessities (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95807900/95807872/118707b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Living area - Bare Necessities (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95807900/95807872/726dcf93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Terrace/patio - Bare Necessities (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95807900/95807872/78276dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room - Bare Necessities (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95807900/95807872/2cc6db6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin - Bare Necessities (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95807900/95807872/74283f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near The Village, Bare Necessities provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Bare Necessities This cabin features free self parking. The cabin offers free WiFi and an electric kettle. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980300/18980207/9ce1d982.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake views with wifi, smart tv, wood stove, walk to lake, village by ski resorts Big Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=18980207&PinnedHotelID=18980207&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42060000/42051600/42051538/062e23c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 + 3 LAKEFRONT HOME W/BOAT DOCK & PRIVATE BEACH Big Bear Central - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=42051538&PinnedHotelID=42051538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70522200/70522164/18ac0de5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeview Inn by Destination Big Bear : Charming Lakefront with Amazing Lake Views! 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Moonridge - Hot tub - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=93842114&PinnedHotelID=93842114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=95807872&PinnedHotelID=95807872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=95807872,18980207,42051538,70522164,123422848) ## 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 There is no front desk at this property The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[586 Bonanza Trail, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315\] Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 Property Registration Number VRR-2022-3168 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Bare Necessities Cabin Bare Necessities Big Bear Lake Bare Necessities Cabin Big Bear Lake ## About the area Big Bear Central, a neighborhood in Big Bear Lake, is home to this cabin. Snow Summit and Big Bear Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Big Bear Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Big-Bear-Lake.dx6919) [View more Cabin rentals in Big Bear Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Big-Bear-Lake-Cabins.d6919-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.24466%2C-116.92383&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A7pPRF9wrPKLUX5oduKou4GVSEI=) 40255 Lakeview Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315 ### What's nearby - ![big bear lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532641594/69b0abdb-e5a9-4609-a45e-a5a46c4cc510.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Big Bear Marina 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![BIg Bear lake landscape, with lakeside cottages, mountains covered in pine trees and snow covered peaks in the distance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749287/cbe63cad-a965-41dd-8164-8f0d1d679a47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Village 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Big Bear Lake 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Big Bear Visitor Center 17 min walk \- 1.4 km ### Getting around - San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - Tropicali 16 min walk - Oakside 14 min walk - The Copper Q 20 min walk - Teddy Bear Restaurant 19 min walk - De La Nonna 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bare Necessities pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bare Necessities? ### What time is check-out at Bare Necessities? ### Where is Bare Necessities located? ## Have a question? 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