PINE CONE COTTAGE 2191
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Pine Cone Cottage is a single-level mountain chalet-style vacation cabin in Big Bear, California, offering 945 square feet of cozy, knotty-pine accented living space for up to 5 guests. Vaulted knotty pine beamed ceilings and large windows fill the living room with natural light and alpine views, while a wood burning fireplace anchors the space with mountain-cabin character. The cabin was recently updated by its owners with comfort in mind, blending rustic charm with modern conveniences.
Rooms
The cottage has two bedrooms with single-level, no-stairs access: one with two queen beds and a streaming TV, and one with a king bed, plus a shared hallway full bathroom. Each room features knotty pine ceiling accents, dresser space, and windows looking out onto treed alpine views, and beds are made up with linens, blankets, pillows, and fresh towels for arrival.
Amenities & Recreation
A full kitchen with oak cabinets, stainless appliances, cookware, and a log breakfast bar makes home-cooked meals easy, complemented by a microwave and oven stove. Outdoors, guests enjoy a private fenced backyard with a large wrapped sun deck, picnic tables, patio furniture, and a propane outdoor grill, ideal for stargazing or relaxing under mountain sun. The property also offers free Wi-Fi, cable/streaming TV, heating, a balcony, and free parking on a flat driveway for up to two vehicles.
Location
Pine Cone Cottage sits in a quiet residential neighborhood about a mile from Big Bear Lake and Snow Summit Resort, with three nearby bus stations (Meadow Park, McDonald's on Eureka Dr, and Big 5 on Conklin Rd) all within roughly 240 meters. Dining options are close at hand, including Grizzly Manor Cafe, Benny's Family Restaurant, Gaby's Latin Flavors, Jakobe's Famous Foods, and Teddy Bear Restaurant, and the Village shops are less than three miles away. The nearest airports are SBD International (about 35 km), Palm Springs International (about 59 km), and Ontario International (about 68 km).
Best for
Pine Cone Cottage is best suited to families, couples, and small groups of friends seeking a quiet, cozy mountain retreat close to Big Bear Lake and Snow Summit Resort. Its fenced backyard, grill, and pet-friendly policy make it especially appealing to travelers bringing kids or crated pets, while the fireplace and full kitchen suit those wanting a relaxed, self-catered stay rather than a bustling resort experience.
Travel tips
Winter visitors should bring 4x4 or tire chains, as they are required by local policy in snowy conditions, and note that parking is limited to two vehicles in the driveway with no street parking allowed. Check-in requires an initial stop at the main rental office, while check-out is handled simply with a text message. Several bus stations sit within a few hundred meters of the cottage, and the lake, Meadow Park, and Village shops are all a short walk or drive away.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the cozy living room, wood burning fireplace, backyard, and BBQ area as highlights of their stay, and many note the cabin is well equipped and comfortable for both winter and summer visits with clean linens and extra bedding. Reviewers with pets appreciate the yard space and proximity to the lake and a dog park, and families mention the cabin works well with young children thanks to the flat driveway and enclosed yard for snow play. Some guests describe the property as a fairly typical rustic Big Bear rental without central heating, and a few noted maintenance issues such as a poorly draining bathtub, a small bedroom fan leading to warm nights, and dust or cobwebs in some outdoor game areas.
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