Title: Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6919&destination=Big+Bear+Lake%2C+San+Bernardino+County%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=71171563&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! ## Photo gallery for Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71180000/71171600/71171563/1d8ed1ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/18105e2a-79a8-47fd-96d3-d31f2b2a683d-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Terrace/patio - Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71180000/71171600/71171563/94c2f3d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71180000/71171600/71171563/e1bc59a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! (Big Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71180000/71171600/71171563/a82875ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Big Bear Lake, Bonsai Cottage offers a cozy retreat with a unique reverse floor plan. Head upstairs to unwind by the large rock wall wood burning fireplace and enjoy the wooded view through multiple sliding doors and large windows. The upgraded kitchen features granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Mountain view ## 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. ### Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! Close to the Lake & Village! Welcome to Bonsai Cottage, a uniquely built Big Bear cabin ideally located within walking distance of Snow Summit Ski Resort! Perfect for those who want quick access to the slopes and a cozy mountain escape, this charming cabin features a reverse floor plan designed for comfort and convenience. ★★ COMFORTABLE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★★ ✓ Master Bedroom: Enjoy a queen bed, flatscreen TV, and a full bath for your private retreat. ✓ Second Bedroom: Features a queen bed and a twin over queen bunk, plus a flatscreen TV. ★★ SPACIOUS LIVING AREA ★★ ✓ Upstairs Living Area: Relax in the living space with high vaulted ceilings and a stunning rock wall wood-burning fireplace. Multiple sliding doors and large windows offer beautiful wooded views and abundant natural light. ✓ Kitchen: Updated with granite countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including a fridge/freezer, microwave, and gas range/oven. A standard coffee maker is provided for your morning brew. ★★ OUTDOOR ENJOYMENT ★★ ✓ Upper Deck: Step outside to breathe in the fresh mountain air and fire up the propane barbecue for a grill session. ★★ ADDITIONAL FEATURES ★★ ✓ Central Heat ✓ Wood Burning Fireplace ✓ Fridge/Freezer ✓ Microwave ✓ Toaster Oven ✓ Blender ✓ Standard Coffee Maker ✓ Flatscreen TV ✓ Towels and Linens Provided ★★ WHY CHOOSE BONSAI COTTAGE? ★★ ✓ Ideal Location: Centrally situated near the Village and Snow Summit Ski Resort. ✓ Affordably Priced: Sensible furnishings and a comfortable setup at a budget-friendly rate. ✓ Supporting a Good Cause: This property is owned by the Salvation Army, and part of the proceeds supports their community work. ☆☆ EXPERIENCE THE COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE OF BONSAI COTTAGE! ☆☆ Make Bonsai Cottage your home base for a memorable Big Bear getaway. With its ideal location and cozy amenities, it’s the perfect spot for your next adventure in the mountains. 2025-0880 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster - Toaster oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Yard ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Snow sports gear - 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 - 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 ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118330000/118326800/118326758/17caf527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Knight Cabin Big Bear Lake - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Toys/games 10 Exceptional 1 review £245 includes taxes & fees 19 Mar - 20 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=118326758&PinnedHotelID=118326758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/100000000/99993300/99993233/f631762f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugarloaf Vacation Rental \~ 7 Mi to Big Bear Lake! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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-2021-0080 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2082 ## About the area Located in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in the mountains. Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Big Bear Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake.dx6919) [View more Cabin rentals in Big Bear Lake](https://www.expedia.co.uk/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%7C34.24052%2C-116.89400&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ppXa5JntFdJBJU6UISt0FgoP6rA=) Big Bear Lake, CA ### What's nearby - ![A3GPW9 Snow Summit ski area and vacation homes at Big Bear Lake San Bernardino Mountains California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065459/f2444205-793d-4d1c-a065-11a9dea440e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Snow Summit 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Snow Skiing at Big Bear, CA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/91c0e189-92ac-43c9-8b0c-84d893755d8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Big Bear Mountain Resort 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![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 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Eagle Point 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Meadow Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 9 min walk - Starbucks 3 min drive - Carl's Jr. 5 min walk - Taco Bell 15 min walk - Applebee’s | IHOP 19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bonsai Cottage by Destination Big Bear : Minutes from the Slopes, National Forest Trails! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizabeth C. 19 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend getaway! The cabin was beautiful and clean! The location was perfect! It was close to everything fun! We would definitely stay here again! ##### Lizabeth C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Timothy B. 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good experience overall, I give it 4 stars. Overall the property was decent value for money, given that we stayed in the peak Christmas season. The house was a good size for our small family of 4\. Dropped 1 star because we were not impressed in the overall cleanliness of the interior. Many spider webs seen hanging from ceiling beams, on top of the fridge etc. Nothing that a good once-a-year cleanup with a duster wouldn't fix. Bunk bed was ready for replacement - the upper bed had cracked around the side mounting bolts (wood construction) and was also missing the side support beam, so we had our concerns about the kids possibly falling off the bed in the night. Numerous other small maintenance issues, such as bathroom towel rails falling off the walls (present upon arrival - should have been caught by the cleaners and addressed before our stay - annoying to have no-where to put the wet towels to dry). Again, a small issue, but when paying to stay somewhere I am giving constructive feedback to improve future experiences for others. Property does have a driveway, but it is very narrow and hard to get a large SUV down, as it is flanked with trees as you drive up the driveway, so care is required when parking. On our 3rd day of stay, we were greeted with loud construction work during the daytime as the neighboring property was undergoing a major refurb and power tools were being used as early 8am! It was LOUD! And disrupted our stay in the home due to noise. We won't be staying at this particular property again. ##### Timothy B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Donna H. 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location The five of us had a wonderful time, but it should be noted that even though there are two bathrooms, only one has a shower. The internet had some issues going off and on. However, the cabin was comfortable and had all the plates, utensils, etc. that we needed. I would suggest bringing additional paper towels and toilet paper. Location was great! ##### Donna H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cory 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was a very cute cabin nestled right in the heart of Big Bear. Very close to Snow Summit so was super convenient. Would stay here again especially for the price. Clean and had very quick responses. ##### Cory Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrei L. 20 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and quiet place We had good time to stay here ##### Andrei L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan Carlos 17 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Everything was really nice ##### Juan Carlos Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Petra I. 28 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Great Location If you want walking distance to Snow Summit at a low price, this is your place. It has everything you need and the layout and architecture of the cabin are actually quite interesting and cozy. We enjoyed our stay here and would rent again. ##### Petra I. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Valeria M. 28 Aug 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good cabin It was a good cabin for what I needed just a little musty ##### Valeria M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa A. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great All was great! ##### Alyssa A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia L. 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private, quiet, and close to Snow Summit It's an old cabin and smells and feels old. But that could be part of the charm. I was there for snow activities and other events so I didn't spend a ton of time in the cabin. It's simple, basic, and does the job and I'd book there again for trips where I'd want to get a lot of snowboarding time in. ##### Tricia L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Ryan B. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Ryan B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalia 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Natalia Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Jessica G. 31 Oct 2024 ##### Jessica G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shana H. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Shana H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LOURDES 2 Jan 2024 ##### LOURDES Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ---