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Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dining
4 bedrooms, WiFi
TV, fireplace, foosball

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi!

Welcome to Ponderosa, a beautiful, single-level home tucked away in a tranquil neighborhood just off Big Bear Blvd. With ample parking, including space for boats or trailers, and a flat, circular driveway, this home offers convenience and comfort from the moment you arrive. The charming stone exterior and inviting front porch create a welcoming atmosphere, setting the stage for a relaxing mountain getaway.
 
★★ Cabin Highlights ★★
✓ Prime Location: Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, less than a 5-minute drive to Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Snow Summit, and local shops and restaurants.
✓ Parking: Ample parking space, including room for boat and trailer parking, making it easy for you to bring along outdoor gear.
✓ Outdoor Retreat: Enjoy a fenced backyard with mature trees, bird feeders, a deck with outdoor dining, and a propane BBQ for memorable meals in the fresh mountain air.
 
★★ Main Living Areas ★★
Upon entering Ponderosa, you'll be greeted by high ceilings and an abundance of natural light from the many windows and skylights. The living room features a large picture window with serene views of the backyard, a wood-burning fireplace, and plenty of seating for your group to relax. Enjoy a movie on the flat-screen TV with cable or stay connected with the provided Wi-Fi.
✓ Living Room: Cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace, with multiple couches and chairs, a flat-screen TV with cable, and Wi-Fi for entertainment and convenience.
✓ Dining Area: A ten-seat wood dining table with a ceiling fan and sliding door leading to the outdoor deck for easy dining access.
✓ Kitchen: Fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a gas oven, microwave, coffee pot, blender, and a dishwasher for all your cooking needs.
 
★★ Outdoor Retreat ★★
Step outside to the spacious deck and fenced backyard, an ideal spot for enjoying the mountain air and relaxing in nature. The deck includes a four-person dining set and additional Adirondack chairs, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventures. Fire up the propane BBQ for a delicious meal while soaking in the serenity of your surroundings.
✓ Outdoor Features: Deck with dining set, Adirondack chairs, propane BBQ, fenced backyard with mature trees and bird feeders for a peaceful outdoor experience.
 
★★ Bedrooms ★★
Ponderosa offers comfortable sleeping arrangements with four well-appointed bedrooms, plus additional sleeping options for larger groups.
✓ Master Bedroom: A King bed, private deck, flat-screen TV with cable, and an en-suite bathroom with a skylight and a separate sink area for added privacy and comfort.
✓ Bedroom 2: A Queen bed, small in-wall fireplace, TV with cable, and accessible through Bedroom 1.
✓ Bedroom 3: A Queen bed with a private entrance from the outside and views of the side yard for a more secluded experience.
✓ Bedroom 4 (Kids Room): A Twin-over-Full bunk bed, TV with cable, and views of the front yard, making it perfect for younger guests.
 
★★ Game Room ★★
For added fun, the converted garage has been transformed into a game room, complete with a Foosball table, pool table, shuffleboard, a dining table for board games, and a futon for extra relaxation.
✓ Game Room Features: Enjoy hours of entertainment with a Foosball table, pool table, shuffleboard, dining table, and a futon for lounging.
 
★★ Additional Features ★★
✓ Extra Sleeping Space: A pull-out sofa in the living room for additional guests.
✓ Laundry: Side-by-side washer and dryer for your convenience during longer stays.
 
Ponderosa is the perfect choice for a spacious, well-equipped mountain retreat, offering proximity to Big Bear's top attractions and a range of amenities for relaxation and fun. Book your stay today and experience the ideal blend of comfort and adventure!
 
★☆ Reach Out Today to Book Your Stay at Ponderosa! ☆★
2024-2258
  Important: Dear Traveler, you will be charged with USD 200 in case you include a Pet in your reservation as a Refundable Damage Deposit for Pets.

Property manager

Destination Big Bear

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: USD 200 charged as Refundable Deposit for Pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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-2021-1673

Property is also known as

1358

About the neighborhood

Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 19 min walk
  • The Village - 3 min drive
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 4 min drive
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 4 min drive
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi! located?

This family-friendly Big Bear Lake cabin is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bear Valley Community Hospital and Snow Summit. Interlaken Shopping Center and Lakeview Shopping Center are also within 15 minutes.

Ponderosa by Destination Big Bear : Close to Bear Mtn & Snow Summit! Foosball Table! Propane BBQ! WiFi! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house. Well equipped. Kids lovedvthe game room
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ponderosa
Beautiful property close to Bear Mountain, with adequate space for large party.....a bit of an awkward layout, but sufficient for our purposes. There is a step down into living room which was not ideal for our son in a wheelchair, but we bought a scrap piece of wood at the diy center and made a makeshift ramp. Some of the remotes did not work, and previous party had left behind some trash and messy spaces that were not addressed by cleaning crew. Would have been nice if walkway to front door was shoveled. All in all we had a great time.

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy rustic style home
The property was as expected the only issue was the rooms listed as four bedroom. Only two of the rooms were private the master bedroom and the queen bedroom with the fire place. The bunk bed room you had to pass through in order to go to the other two bedrooms and other bathroom. You also had to enter a bed room to enter the garage. That bedroom in particular was very cold and nobody ended occupying that room after the first night because of it. The home overall was cozy and warm. The majority of our time was spent in the living room and garage playing pool and shuffle board. The backyard was snowed in so couldn't really enjoy it but the view was amazing. House was a great size for us and the kitchen had all ware needed for cooking meals and huge dining table for us all. Overall wonderful experience and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Sara B.

Thanksgiving Stay
We had a nice time at Ponderosa. I will say the pictures show it to be a little more modern and bigger than it actually is. It’s pretty out dated. Furniture was ancient. Comfortable beds. Nice big table for Thanksgiving meal with a big family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Cory S.

Family Time
The home is nice. Good location if you like being in town. Quiet neighborhood. I was disappointed in the cleanliness. The kitchen window had a lot cobwebs. There was more on the kitchen lights that I had to remove. The master toilet was black around the rim. I left the house cleaner then when we got there. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected
This home was better than we anticipated. It has many more upgrades than the photos show. It also had a garage full of activity’s for the kids that was not listed or shown in the pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Nick & Jody R., Palm Desert, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This was the perfect place to have a family gathering. We had grandparents, daughters, son in laws and grandchildren. The house accommodates outside activities, the garage is set up as a game room, the large dining table let us all eat together and play board games. The weather was also perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

4/10 Poor

ALEC B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
poor customer service, property no where near the value paid
Here is the complaint I filed last Sunday, 7/5. They said they would get back to me in 1-3 days, but they have not. As your records should show, last Thursday, July 2nd was our check-in day. As we were on our way to the property, I got a call from your office saying that the washing machine was not working and could not be repaired in time for our three night stay. It was agreed that we would discuss compensation/reimbursement for this problem. (and it was a problem as our group was nine active people who could have used a washing machine. Other problems that developed during our stay: 1) washing machine not working; 2) dishwasher worked, but the garbage disposal did not, so when we did a load of dishes the water would back up into both of the kitchen sinks, making them both disgusting and unusable; 3) We opened the entryway closet to find a messy pile of junk, making that closet unusable. I have photos. 4) The patio and all the patio furniture was covered with a thick layer of dust so we had to wipe down the table, chairs, railings and gas grill. I have photos 5) there were no dishtowels at all and only one roll of paper towels so we had to go purchase those items to clean off the patio and for use in the kitchen during our stay; 6) There were only four bath towels and four hand towels for nine people for a three night stay. Five more bath towels and some hand towels were delivered, but that is inadequate for nine people when the washing machine is not functioning. 7) The side yard where the exterior bedroom door opened was a pile of junk which included a trash can full of empty beer bottles and other trash. I have photos. 8) We were surprised to see the notice on the refrigerator saying that there was no trash collection, and we were responsible to haul all the trash to the local trash collector or face an unreasonable per-bag fee from you. That was an big inconvenience and that requirement should have been brought to my notice ahead of time. 9) Our check out time was 11am. However, this morning at 8:24am I received a text from your office saying another guest was coming so we were instructed to be out by 10am. In other words, the other guest were entitled to courtesy, but we were not. 10) I called your office to discuss at 2:49pm this afternoon. Your voice-mail system was an endless loop that did not connect to anyone. Altogether, the customer service was really, really poor. The property was not ready for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raymond Z., Gilbert AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Vacation
Property location is great, there was plenty of room for the 6 of us. Plenty of parking on large driveway. Everyone said beds they slept in were comfortable. Garage/Game room had plenty do do. No a/c which I knew may be issue depending on time of year but there were quite a few fans around house so it was very comfortable. Overall great stay and I would recommend house. A couple of items that need attention, garbage disposal inoperative, just buzzed when turned on, washing machine does not work, was unplugged, plugged in and it just made clicking noise. Refrigerator was cool but never got things cold enough although freezer worked fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Janice C., Hollister, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, carpets not super clean
We had a nice stay, but the carpets were loaded with dog hair and there were spots on the carpet like a previous dog peed on it. Other than that, its a nice place. Was decorated nicely for the holidays.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

STEVE T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin!
My family and friends really enjoyed our stay. The kids love it even more with the game room. The cabin is clean, spacious and centrally located. We’ll definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

Beautiful place, very well appointed, quiet, close to everything
We thoroughly enjoyed out stay at the Ponderosa. The house was clean and comfortable. Two of the bathrooms look to be recently remodeled. The access to the garage was great. My son and I brought our dual sport bikes and were able to have them safe in there. Access to the garage it a bit weird, having to go through 1 of the bedrooms. The patio was a nice quiet getaway. The dinning room table was huge. Seats 8 people comfortably. The bunk bed room is a pass through room to get to the back bed rooms. You have to be quiet if you have kids sleeping in there. It was nice to have the fans available. You may be in the mountains, but it still gets warm in the summertime. Only issue was the lack of towels and no dish towels. The management company said they would have brought some out, but we had all ready purchased some. Be sure to bring or by some toliet paper, paper towels, and trash bags. Looking forward to going back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018