Title: It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! 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=60902913&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! ## Photo gallery for It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! ![TV, fireplace - It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! (Big Bear Lake CA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60910000/60903000/60902913/8bafbfaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/2b275d20-9840-4074-b0d9-3c75c157d0ca-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Terrace/patio - It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! (Big Bear Lake CA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60910000/60903000/60902913/265dd450.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! (Big Bear Lake CA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60910000/60903000/60902913/8fa08f0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! (Big Bear Lake CA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60910000/60903000/60902913/56b768da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies It's a Wonderful Life Cabin in Big Bear West, California is an ideal getaway for families and friends. This three-story timber-style cabin boasts five spacious bedrooms, high-end amenities, and picturesque views of the lake from its large fenced yard. Unwind with your loved ones on the comfortable porch area or get cozy by the fireplace in the fully-furnished living room. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - 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. ### It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! Pool Table! Panoramic Lake & Mountain Views! HOT TUB! ★★ It’s a Wonderful Life is a stunning timber-style lakefront retreat in the heart of Big Bear West, California. With breathtaking views of Big Bear Lake, luxury finishes, and space for up to 16 guests, this home is the perfect setting for family vacations and group getaways. Whether you’re relaxing in the HOT TUB, gathering around the fire table, or enjoying the game/living room loft, this home promises unforgettable mountain memories. ★★ ★★ HIGHLIGHTS ★★ ✓ Progressive Timber-Style Lakefront Retreat ✓ Sleeps Up To 16 Guests ✓ Floor-to-Ceiling Windows w/ Stunning Lake Views ✓ Spacious Living Room w/ High-Quality Leather Sofas & Fireplace ✓ High Speed Internet & WiFi + Smart Flatscreen TVs ✓ Recently Remodeled Fully Stocked Kitchen w/ Modern Appliances ✓ Game/Living Room Loft w/ Pool Table ✓ Bedrooms w/ Private Balconies ✓ Large Fenced-In Front & Back Yard ✓ Breathtaking Outdoor Living Space w/ Patio Furniture, Fire Table, Built-In HOT TUB & BBQ ✓ Linens and Towels Provided ★★ SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM ★★ The main level living room is designed for relaxation, with soaring ceilings, panoramic windows, and cozy furnishings. It’s the perfect gathering space for your entire group. ✓ Leather Sofas & Comfortable Seating ✓ Large Smart TV w/ Streaming Capabilities ✓ Wood Flooring & Warm Fireplace ✓ Open Layout w/ Direct Access to Kitchen & Dining Area ★★ CHEF’S KITCHEN & DINING ★★ Prepare meals in the recently remodeled kitchen featuring modern appliances and plenty of space for group dining. ✓ Solid Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances ✓ Fully Stocked w/ Cookware, Utensils & Essentials ✓ Large Dining Table to accommodate all guests ✓ Open Layout Connected to Living Room ★★ GAME/LIVING ROOM LOFT ★★ Head upstairs to the game/living room loft where entertainment and comfort meet. With games, seating, and flexible sleeping arrangements, it’s a favorite spot for guests of all ages. ✓ Pool Table for Hours of Fun ✓ Board Games for Group Play ✓ Comfy Sofa Sleeper + Twin-Over-Full Bunk Bed for Extra Sleeping Accommodations ✓ Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower ★★ RELAXING BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS ★★ Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed for rest and comfort, with private balconies and cozy mountain décor. ✓ Bedroom 2: Two Twin-Over-Queen Bunk Beds + Smart Flatscreen TV + Video Games Galore + Window Views ✓ Master Suite: King Bed + Sofa Bed, En-Suite Bathroom w/ Walk-In Glass Shower & Freestanding Tub + Fireplace + Ceiling Fan + Walk-In Closet + Private Entrance to the HOT TUB + Lake Views ✓ Bedroom 3: Queen Bed + Ceiling Fan + Walk-In Closet + Private Balcony + Lake Views ✓ Bedroom 4: Queen Bed + Ceiling Fan + Mirror Closet Doors + Private Balcony + Lake Views ✓ Full Bathroom w/ Shower Tub Combo(Downstairs) ✓ Full Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower (Downstairs) ✓ Full Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower (Upstairs) ★★ OUTDOOR OASIS ★★ Step outside to the breathtaking lakefront patio where relaxation and views meet. Enjoy sunsets by the fire table, a soak in the HOT TUB, or lakeshore strolls just steps from your door. ✓ Panoramic Views Of Big Bear Lake ✓ Patio Furniture w/ Fire Table For Gatherings ✓ Built-In HOT TUB Perfect For Relaxation ✓ BBQ Grill For Outdoor Dining ✓ Direct Access To The Lake ★★ It’s a Wonderful Life offers the best of Big Bear with unmatched lake views, spacious interiors, and luxurious amenities. Whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation, this lakefront retreat is the ultimate destination for your mountain escape. Book your stay today! ★★ 2025-2296 ||Permit Number #2025-2296|| ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - 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 ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122270000/122262700/122262656/5b4a1fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Bear Ski Hideaway! 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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-2022-0049 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 2021 ## About the area Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Metcalf Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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%7C34.24763%2C-116.93844&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0sfUa-FB9au23a8DLB-hQ_Q1QMA=) Big Bear Lake CA, CA ### What's nearby - ![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 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Metcalf Bay 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Gilner Point 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Big Bear Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - Tropicali 6 min drive - Oakside 5 min drive - The Copper Q 6 min drive - Teddy Bear Restaurant 6 min drive - De La Nonna 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is It's a Wonderful Life by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Deep Water Lakefront! 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabella B. 23 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was great! Great property! Would definitely stay here again! ##### Isabella B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura S. 14 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### EXCELLENT !! SUPERB!! BEAUTIFUL VIEWS !! UNFORGETTABLE Memorable weekend :) Beautiful Home equipped with everything we needed, spacious, fully stocked, great location. Recommend 1000 percent !! ##### Laura S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dayana S. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Our entire family had a great time during our visit to Big Bear. Th cabin was spacious & had a great big backyard. The only issue we had was that this cabin was advertised as a 5 bdrm but only has 4, the 5th “bdr” is the loft/game room. The property mngt informed me that it was my fault for not checking the bdrm specifications prior to booking. We made it work & had a great time! ##### Dayana S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denita G. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house. Kitchen wasnt organized because we were pulling out drawers every time to look for stuff. No closets for the bunk bed rooms or the master room which was a pain putting our stuff in other bedrooms downstairs. The corespondance between property manager, was excellant. They were quick to get back to me on issues I had. If you could add more dish towels for the kitchen and paper towels, would be nice. Also the dishwasher doesnt work real well. Didnt dry the dishes and ended up drying everything by hand. Great time dispit the little issues. ##### Denita G. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Laili M. 18 Jun 2021 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Not happy The place was full of spider on the walls and ceiling, no fun upstairs, it was extremely hot. I called the Management she was giving me the excuses that they are taking care of 600 properties and they can’t help me in a very and professional way. I won’t recommend this company for my friends and family anymore. ##### Laili M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki G. 25 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### bachorlette wonderful weekend. ##### Vicki G. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew S. 13 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Great stay I booked this for a weekend with 12 adults and one infant. The house way great for our group size. Beds were comfortable and the large living space was perfect. The views of the lake are wonderful too! The only improvement would be the check in process, a self check in would be much more convenient. We were able to get late check out which was great but had to request the morning of, would have been great for our group to plan ahead and request it earlier. Lastly, the communication was great. One evening neither can openers provided in the kitchen worked and I sent a text and within the hour they had dropped off a new one! That was unexpected and great service. ##### Matthew S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ---