Title: Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21780000/21770700/21770647/97733827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21780000/21770700/21770647/fd8af8d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21780000/21770700/21770647/78af313c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21780000/21770700/21770647/w1597h1100x3y0-ee91ddaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21780000/21770700/21770647/44cd5434.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked away in Big Bear Lake's prime Gilner Point location, this charming cabin offers a serene retreat. With its cozy living room, wood burning fireplace, and fully fenced backyard with deck and gas barbecue, you'll feel right at home. Enjoy modern comforts like smart TVs with streaming apps and fast WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4848 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill £254 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue Charming Gambrel style cabin nestled amongst tall pine trees. Recently renovated with a delightful mix of old-world charm and modern-day amenities, including a portable AC. Just steps to the lake and marina from this nicely furnished mountain getaway located in the prime Gilner Point location of Big Bear Lake. Close to National Forest hiking trails. LIVING SPACE - Cozy 800+sq ft home with living room, ceiling fans, dining table, bar seating, a TV, a beautiful wood burning fireplace, and plenty of comfortable living room seating. ROOMS & BEDS - 1 bedroom, loft, 1 bath. Upstairs first bedroom has a queen bed and smart TV. Loft bedroom has a queen bed with privacy curtains and smart TV. Extra blankets and pillows are available. KITCHEN - Stainless steel appliances, six burner stove with oven, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave, blender, toaster oven, coffee maker, dishes, pots/pans, spices, and more. AMENITIES - Smart TVs, streaming apps along with fast WiF, board games, and card games. Relax near the cozy wood burning fireplace. OUTDOORS - Fully fenced back yard with deck and gas barbecue. PARKING - 2 car driveway ​​​​​​​Close to National Forest hiking trails Lake - close walk Village - 1.8 miles Snow Summit - 3.7 miles Bear Mountain - 5.5 miles Oktoberfest - 5.4 miles Other things to note: Big Bear Lake local ordinance 99.300 limits maximum occupancy to 4 people. Children, toddlers, and infants do count as a person. Occupancy is permitted per City Ordinance - over occupancy could result in a fine or non-refundable eviction. Pet fee $30 per pet per night ( 2 small dogs only) Check in: 4 pm Check out: 11 am ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Fully-fenced - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Ski lift privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching 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 - Sailing nearby - Sledding 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 848 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18900/18814/936064c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lagonita Lodge Big Bear Central - 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If your property is pet-friendly, please ensure you clean up after your pet to maintain a clean and pleasant environment for all guests. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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, a first aid kit 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-2024-2199 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. 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Wifi Board Games Netflix! 434784 ## About the area ![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%7C34.24857%2C-116.93677&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vB9zIKtq7E5-QcTy4_ZJYUuO_0Y=) Big Bear Lake, CA #### What's nearby - Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - The Village - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - Boulder Bay Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Big Bear Marina - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - Snow Summit - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles #### Getting around - San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oakside - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tropicali - ‬5 min drive - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min drive - ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬5 min drive - ‪Whiskey Dave's - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue? > As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue on 2 Oct 2025 start from £253.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake-Hotels-Fanciful-Winters-Lake-Mix-Of-Old-World-Charm-And-Modern-Day-Gambrel-Style-Cabin.h21770647.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Fanciful Winter's Lake - Portable AC, Walk to Lake, Close to Village, Fireplace, Barbecue located? > Located in Big Bear Central, this holiday home is steps from Metcalf Bay and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from The Village. Gilner Point and Big Bear Lake are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? 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