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Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, streaming services
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to Lil' Green Bear Cabin, nestled just 3 blocks from the San Bernardino National Forest and surrounded by natural beauty. This cozy cabin offers a classic Maltby fireplace, hardwood floors with carpeted bedrooms, and a well-stocked chef's kitchen perfect for whipping up meals. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere on one of two porches or decks.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families!

Introducing Lil’ Green Bear Cabin, simply the “Gold Standard” in rustic, smaller, romantic Big Bear log-cabin “getaways”! The King of the Hill boasts over 250 verified VRBO reviews dating back over 12 years earning the elusive “Exceptional” rating (9.8 out of 10 stars)

BIG BEAR LAKE: VOTED BY USA TODAY AS:
BEST LAKE IN AMERICA! (6/10/2025)

Fall & Winter are here and fast approaching in the Mountains! Leaves have already changed, temps have dropped and the First Winter Storm has arrived bringing SNOW TO BIG BEAR!

Lil Green Bear Cabin is a 900sf, NO SMOKING, NO PET; 2-bed, 1-bath classic Sierra style log cabin with a 4 ADULT and/or 2 CHILD MAXIMUM occupancy along with a 23-yr old Minimum age for the primary booking person. Lil Green Bear is better served for Romantic Couples and/or small families.

Rustic & woodsy, boasting pine needles, pine cones & leaves strewn about, mother natures handywork. If you are looking for polished, suburban upscale comfort "all neat & tidy", Lil' Green Bear may not be the mountain experience your looking for.

Located just 2 blocks from the San Bernardino National Forest where a morning hike will change your life! Lil Green Bear is just a short drive out: 6 miles from “The Village”, 5 miles from “The Slopes” and 3 miles from “The Lake” and shopping.

Rustic architecture, exposed hand strewn ceiling timbers, tongue & groove knotty pine walls and wide plank hard wood floors. The first thing you will notice when entering this “fable-like” cottage, is the amazing attention to detail that has been spent on the décor throughout the cabin! The primary bedroom is large, sporting an Eastern King bed sitting on a massive log bed frame while the nice sized second bedroom boasts a Queen bed, again sitting on an impressive log bed frame, hand selected mountain bedding and accessories complete the bedrooms.

Wonderfully appointed Chefs kitchen and a handmade proper kitchen table. Comfortable living space with oversized seating and the most beautiful classic “Maltby” style fireplace and Douglas Fir hand carved mantle that every fall, winter or chilly spring night simply “steels the show”! Sitting by the fire, reading a book or having a glass of wine, will never be the same. The cabin has a 55” television in the living room and a 42” one in the primary bedroom, both are smart TV’s ready for all your streaming platforms (no cable). Internet-ready with strong Spectrum bandwidth but do be advised that Wi-Fi and the mountains often don’t get along and we cannot always guarantee full cooperation. The back deck is great for meals, drinks, grilling or just relaxing on solid patio furniture. The front porch is equally cozy enjoy bird watching or relaxing while sitting on two perfect Adirondack chairs.

The property is complete with external “motion sensor” lighting for late night arrivals, and one outward facing camera that the owners maintain monitoring the weather and driveway. The cabin setback really allows you to feel at home, a very special property. NO EV CAR CHARGING.

Out of the hundreds of VRBO reviews, our favorite one came from one of our early guests who wrote: "Lil Green Bear Cabin is not like staying at a rental property at all, but more like staying at friend’s house”

We love that, and we offer you our Lil' Piece of the Mountain:
Lil' Green Bear Cabin!

Blessings!
Randelle, Gabriela and Dakota Green






Keywords: cozy, rustic, rustic, romantic, isolated, private

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

-No Smoking/No Pets -See Rules and Regs for Trash Instructions -All Dishes must be washed and put back into cabin cabinets.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 2 Child Maximum

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 CESTRP-2021-00275

Property is also known as

Storybook Mountain Log Perfect Romantic Couples Small Families

About the neighborhood

Map
Big Bear City, CA

What's nearby

  • Gold Mountain Memorial Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Community Arts Theater Society - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Snow Summit - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kallans Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bear Mountain Ski Resort - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Community Arts Theater Society, Gold Mountain Memorial Park, and Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve. Big Bear Lake and Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50 are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Rustic, Secluded Log Cabin, Perfect for Romantic Couples or Small Families! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 252 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jim N.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay. Great property for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this cozy cabin. The place has everything you need. The neighborhood was quiet and we had a wonderfully peaceful time. The owner was communicative, accommodating, and so nice! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check-in was very easy. The kitchen and was pristine as was the whole cabin. We loved everything about it especially the back porch.The neighborhood was very quite and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Quaint and quiet

Excellent property for a quiet stay. Close enough to shopping and dining, but shielded from heavy car and foot traffic. Comfortable, and clean with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee M.

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

Spring Break get away

For our family of four, this was the perfect Spring Break get away. We loved the cabin, it was so cute & had everything we needed. We enjoyed the coziness of it. Thank you for letting us stay & enjoy beautiful Big Bear!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge A.

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

Great little cabin

The cabin was great really clean my wife and I enjoyed it even got to see some snow!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGELINE H.

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

Honey moon

Beautiful cabin..clean and it was a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Cozy Cabin

Charming and well appointed 2 bed / 1 bath cabin. Wood burning fireplace was awesome. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Super Cozy Property

Cabin was clean when we got it in. Communication with the owners was easy, and they were very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect Getaway

The house was so cute, clean, and perfect for our long, kid-free weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Big bear retreat

We were very pleased with the accommodations. Everything was clean and orderly and just as advertised. The cabin is adorable and the location is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbro S.

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

Oct. 2024 stay

Cute cottage, very nice, with good location. Enjoyed our stay very much. Barbara
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay. Very homey and welcoming with all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophia V.

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

Cozy cabin!

We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was the perfect place if you’re looking for an old cabin style. Everything worked well and the neighborhood is good. Was very cozy and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

troi G.

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

Like staying at a friend's house

The cabin was so cozy, it really felt like staying with a friend or family member. The rules of the cabin are reasonable and didn't hinder our time there at all. We loved all the bear decor and all the furniture felt solid and comfortable. I'm used to staying places where everything feels like it's from IKEA so this was a nice change of pace. The fireplace was our favorite part!!!!!! It really made our stay special and added to the cozy comfy vibe. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erasmo A. S.

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

Nice cabin!!!

Great location, nice place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthann M.

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

Adorable place to stay

It was very easy too rent the property and the owner was very responsive. The cabin is adorable, a perfect place to stay for a couple or small group
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayalvizhi M.

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

Peaceful Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin. Loved the coziness and all the amenities. Would definitely choose to stay here the next time we are in big bear!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjean H.

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

Very comfortable, welcoming cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at the Lil' Green Bear Cabin. It had everything we needed and we enjoyed the cute decor. We hope to stay again in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Perfect getaway

We enjoyed our stay. It located outside the hustle and bustle of Big Bear. The cabin was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette J.

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

Great little place for my husband and me. Neighborhood was quiet. Bedroom was roomy.

We loved Big Bear, CA and the home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was wonderful! It was quiet, well maintained and the owner was exceptional. It was everything advertised and more! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia r.

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

Home Sweet home away from home

I loved the stay felt at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022