Big Bear is an outdoors paradise just over two hours from Los Angeles. Besides being a ski town, there are activities and events for couples, families, or friend groups looking for a fun getaway. You can ski and snowboard, shop, dine, or hit one of the town’s most unique features — the Big Bear Alpine Zoo — all while staying in a beautiful cabin booked through Airbnb. Here our the coolest Big Bear cabins with the views, hot tubs, game rooms, and close proximity to the ski hill and town center.
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Boutique Big Bear cabin with beautiful mountain views
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, this private cabin is a nature lovers paradise. This boutique chalet has an open concept living with a fully equipped kitchen and a dining area. A front deck area shows off views of the mountains and a backyard area perfect for roasting marshmallows and taking a dip in the jacuzzi.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $311 per night
Countryside retro cabin with private hot tub
This three-bedroom retro cabin located in the country is the perfect place to escape to the great outdoors. The kitchen comes with a double oven, dishwasher, and island, and an open spacious dining room that has an indoor fireplace and a sliding door that leads to the outdoor space that has a fire pit, seating area, and a private hot tub.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $350 per night
Historic family-friendly two-level cabin
Named Higgie Bear and built-in 1974, this remodeled cabin comes with a heavy dose of history. The two-level cabin is built in Gambrel style — meaning it had two sloped roofs on each side — and now renovated into an A-frame cabin. This big bear Airbnb has high ceilings with open windows to see the mountain views and bring in a lot of light. There are two bedrooms, a loft, a new kitchen, and a jacuzzi fit for six. There are also games, high chairs, a white noise machine, and other supplies for the kids. Of all Big Bear cabins, this one is the most authentic.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $350 per night
Remodeled three-story cabin tucked away above Moonbridge
Perched up high in the mountains above Moonbridge, this Big Bear cabin has a modern mix with some rustic vintage touches added in. The cozy, quaint cabin is three stories high and has three decks. The top floor hosts a queen bed, full bathroom, and balcony. The main floor has the kitchen, living room with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a fireplace, and the main deck with a gas grill, bar seating, and deck chairs. The lower level has two twin beds and a balcony that leads to the jacuzzi.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $305 per night
Couple’s retreat with beautiful mountain views
This comfy cabin-style house is right in the middle of Big Bear Lake village. Perfect for a couple or family, this hidden retreat is a 760-square-feet cabin with an open floor plan. There are two bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed and the other with bunk beds and access to the backyard. Warm up by the fire in the open living room after a day on the hill, while watching your favorites or looking at the beautiful mountain views. Unwind in the backyard which hosts fairy lights, a hot tub, and a fire pit to roast marshmallows — that’s how you know this spot is one of the best Big Bear cabins.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $230 per night
One-story cozy Big Bear cabin perfect for two
Located in the canyon of Moonridge, this one-story cabin is close to all the amenities in Big Bear. The cabin has wood-grated ceilings above an open living space that extends to the living room. The living room has a gas fireplace, a comfy seating area with a view, a large 60″ smart TV, Boss-Toss, and other fun board games that you can play. The kitchen is loaded with everything you need to indulge in a gourmet meal. Outside, treat your partner to a romantic night with twinkle lights, a seating area, and gorgeous forest views.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $275 per night
Spacious cabin with modern touches
This newly remodeled bright and spacious cabin is tucked away in the woods. A two-bedroom, three-bath haunt, the kitchen is stocked with all the necessities and the living room fireplace begs for an apres-ski relaxation session. There’s also a game room area for a friendly round of foosball. Enjoy morning coffee on the porch before hitting the mountain.
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $159 per night
Secluded Sierra-style cabin with skylight windows
Guests rave about this remote gateway cabin tucked off in the forested backcountry. The living room features a fireplace, a guitar, and a record player. This Sierra-style cabin has skylight windows, and there is also a full kitchen and a dining area. This cabin is perfect for families as there is a playhouse for the kids in the enclosed backyard along with a fire pit and seating area.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $220 per night
Two-story cabin with full scale nature views
Relax and enjoy this contemporary cabin with modern furnishings. Come and warm up under the wood-burning fireplace and cook up a meal for yourself in the newly renovated kitchen, and enjoy your dinner under the antler chandelier — picture-perfect mountain ambiance. Over morning coffee, capture mountain views on the outdoor patio on the second floor — a unique feature among Big Bear cabins.
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $252 per night
Customized house with lake views and garage game room
Come and unwind at this custom-built house in Boulder Bay. The home has floor-to-ceiling windows and an open floor plan. The family room has a fireplace, seating area, and futon bed great for watching TV, and guests can also get to the deck from the family room. There is a full kitchen and dining area. Upstairs there is a loft with small office space, and downstairs in the garage is an entire game room with a hockey table, flat-screen TV, and vintage-style arcade game.
Seven guests, two bedrooms
Price: $286 per night
Ski-in, Ski-out condo-style Big Bear cabins next to Bear Mountain Ski Resort
This ski-in, ski-out condo is located right next to Bear Mountain Ski Resort. It’s a unique take on Big Bear cabins, as its part of a larger structure. This home is perfect for families and groups looking for a mountain getaway without sacrificing typical amenities like a full kitchen and dining area and a living room with a wood-burning fireplace. You can also watch those on the slopes right from the patio (photos of wipe-outs encouraged).
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $258 per night
Ultimate family gateway cabin with game room and spa-like features
This expansive 3000-square-foot cabin is built for families. Big Bear Airbnbs don’t often come this stocked (calling out the adirondack-lined fire pit, in particular). The kitchen is modern and chef-worthy and the dining room is set for ten — so bring the in-laws (or don’t). Get comfortable in the spacious living room with the luxurious indoor fireplace and large smart TV, or enjoy foosball, ping pong, and air hockey in the gaming area. Your stay here earns you a discount at the nearby ski shop, in case you forgot that second glove or need a ski tune. Ski shuttles can pick you up from home and take you to Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. 
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $275 per night