Knickerbocker Nest by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Dream Home Nestled between the Village & Snow Summit! Pool Table! Spa!

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large gray sofa, and a ceiling fan.
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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a glass dining table.
A pool table in a modern room with a high ceiling, a bar area, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with white railings, overlooking a forested area with tall trees.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to The Village

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Place, The Village
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Visitor Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Snow Summit
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Big Bear Lake

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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bear Mountain. Bowling Barn and Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • The Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pine Knot Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Snow Summit - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Oakside - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Knickerbocker Nest by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Dream Home Nestled between the Village & Snow Summit! Pool Table! Spa! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Knickerbocker Nest by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Dream Home Nestled between the Village & Snow Summit! Pool Table! Spa!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knickerbocker Nest by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Dream Home Nestled between the Village & Snow Summit! Pool Table! Spa!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Knickerbocker Nest by Destination Big Bear : Luxury Dream Home Nestled between the Village & Snow Summit! Pool Table! Spa! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Meadow Park and The Village. Snow Summit is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, spacious, and had all the amenities that we needed for our stay. It’s very centrally located, restaurants are close by, nice neighborhood. The host was always responsive as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very cute and clean. Well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, very comfortable, quiet, and clean. The hot tub was perfect. Convenient to everything Big Bear has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Such a beautiful home! Everything was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We loved all the amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello, Sarah Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that you not only enjoyed your stay here in Big Bear Knickerbocker Nest but you add a very beautiful memory with your family. Location is such an important factor in booking a property. Cleanliness is the first priority and moreover we always keep in mind the very much needed items. Hope to see you again. Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous home

Really lovely home. Pool table was great fun. Lots of beds available for large groups. A walk into the town
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location, and clean modern house

We loved this house. The location is great, very close to Snow Summit, and also the house is just a short walk from a good sledding area. The inside of the house is nicely decorated, (no bath-tub though) but we loved the bunk beds, all the bedrooms and the mud-room to keep our ski stuff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
ou are a wonderful guest we have ever been, we will feel great to serve you again. Hope to see you soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectl location

The cabin is in a perfect location But didn’t like that you can only use 1 shower at a time or else you lose the hot water or can’t wash dishes while someone showers not enough hot water …..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
We're sorry to hear about the hot water issues you experienced during your stay with us, Yami. We'll be sure to pass on this feedback so that we can work towards a solution to prevent future guests from having similar experiences. I am not showing that you reached out to us regarding this during your stay. We would have sent out a tech to assist in the hot water. Thank you for bringing this matter up. We hope to see you soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Spring Break!

We loved our stay at Knickerbocker Nest. The location of the home is walkable to town and the neighborhood is peacful and quiet. The house was equipt with everything we needed for our stay and beautifully decorated. The downstairs get super cold but luckily we had extra blankets. We will return for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay at Big Bear. Having a home in an ideal location sounds like Cherry on the Cake and good to know your cabin was close to the town and we hope you must have enjoyed your walks to it with your group. Definitely Big Bear is a place of quiet neighborhood. We keep in mind the much-needed items and furnish our homes accordingly. Hope to see you very soon, Destination Big Bear :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully Remodeled and Clean

This cabin was in a wonderful spot within walking distance (less than a mile) of both the Village and Snow Summit. The only issue we had is that the hot tub would not get warm. Otherwise a wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello James, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that you found a cabin in a great location for lake and downtown activities. We are so sorry you were unable to use the spa during your stay. The issue has been addressed for your next stay. Come back soon, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration!

This home was perfect! There were 4 adults and 3 boys (11 years old, 9 years old and 6 year old.). We had the best time. Cooked most our meals at the house. Played pool, took a walk around the property, drive to the downtown area for trick or treating. Played games, watched movies. Easy to get to and just as described!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location; Nice House

The house is clean and comfortable. It’s nice and modern. Our daughter loved the swing. The location is perfect. There were two issues though. First, the beds have a memory foam mattresses that just didn’t work for us. Second, I didn’t understand why they wouldn’t supply Kleenex boxes. That was a minor annoyance. Otherwise, it’s hard to do much better in Big Bear.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is convenient and puts you fairly central in Big Bear Lake. Kitchen is nice and has nice appliances. Rooms are spacious. Deck and outside area is tired and needs some attention. Biggest gripe is the showers…they are not great. Water pressure, temp and operation are not good at all. Easily can scald, and can’t hold consistent temp or water flow. After a long day outdoors, having good showers is something that most people would want at a cabin. Kids enjoyed the pool table, but it is also in very poor condition and cheap (so light it moves when kids play). Overall, we had a good stay…but the property needs attention to truly be considered “luxury”.
Cute chipmunk visitor…but shows state of deck…needs work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointing

I want to as objective as possible so will break it down in the following way. 1. The property itself was charming and updated inside which was nice. There is a good amount of space for a family as I had 3 kids with me 12-15/boys and girls. We enjoyed the pool table and the location to everything. 2. Unfortunately as it relates to cleanliness the property management company did a poor job of getting the house ready as there was long black hair all over the master bathroom, nasty, and I know it’s not mine as I’m bold. 3. Functionality of the property was subpar, the internet connection doesn’t stretch well to the master bedroom thus making streaming on the TV in there less than ideal with constant freezes/buffering. The hot tub cover was broken, somehow the foam inside snapped, probably from the weight of the water sitting on top of it as it’s too close to the run off from the roof. Not only was the cover broken it was water logged making it weigh several hundred pounds and impossible for my kids and I to take off/put on, which led to our limited ability to use the hot tub which basically sucked because this was one of the reasons we rented the house. 4. Functionality continued, when we arrived the drive way wasn’t fully shoveled after a 2” snow storm nor was the deck and steps leading to the hot tub. As such I shoveled the drive way, deck and steps so my kids and I wouldn’t break our necks when the snow melted and turned to black ice. I think I made my points!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

Nice home with modern design and decor. Clean and very spacious. Located close to the village but in a quiet neighborhood for relaxation and privacy. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Bear Weekend

This is a beautifully remodeled property perfect for a family or small group. It does have some wear but overall a great stay. Great location and amenities like fire pit and spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Jessica, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Come back soon, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location & Property. Missing a few touches.

The location is perfect. Minutes from all the good spot in Big Bear. Overall the house was tidy, comfortable, and the spa and pool table were fun. Our kids loved the bunk beds and the sofa is super comfortable. We would absolutely stay here again. My only comments are that it was missing some touches. Like there were two coffee makers but no coffee. Had a washer/dryer but no detergent. No tissues or napkins (had paper towels). None of these are huge deals but every other rental we have ever stayed in supplied these (especially in this price point) or noted that they didn't and the renter should bring them.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hi Eric, thank you for your review and for taking the time to let us know about your experience. I'm sorry that we missed any of the items you mentioned in our housekeeping preparations. We do not provide soap, shampoo, and napkins, etc, as it is already mentioned in the policies what we do provide and we do not. Thank you for keeping other guests updated, We will try to improve our best and hope to serve you better next time. Warm regards, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

There was a mouse/rat in this property.

Customer service sucks. They dont want to do anything about it that i found a mouse in the house. They dont actually care
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Hello Arthur, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and give us feedback on the home as well as your stay Unfortunately, we are experiencing rats sightings in some of our homes. We appreciate you notifying us of this issue and will do our best to control and prevent them. Sadly this is what we see in living in the mountain.Thank you, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely Coming Back

This place was so cute and cozy! We had an amazing time. It was a perfect getaway spot for us. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Dushanthie, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation! Location is such an important factor in booking a property, glad you booked one in a perfect spot. Hopefully, Come back soon, Destination Big Bear:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Updated House with Fantastic Layout

The house has been thoroughly renovated from its original design to an efficient 3 bed 2 bath with an expansive wraparound deck. The main floor is spacious with big sliding doors to the front and back balcony/decks. The 2 bigger bedrooms are big enough for couples and the 3rd room with double bunk beds is small but small kids won't mind. A couple drawbacks: kitchen cabinets are missing handles and knobs (odd for a fully renovated kitchen), the laminate flooring is starting to come part in various spots (we had to pound a nail back down), and one of the sinks in the master bath vanity broke during our stay (it was under-mounted with glue but no framing). Overall, we still like the house and would consider staying here again; especially with it being walking distance to Town Trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Henry, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and give us feedback on the home as well as your stay. We are so happy to hear that this property was all you expected in a home. We are really unhappy to know that you encountered an uneasiness during your stay.We make a note of it and do the needful on an urgent basis. Inconvenience Regretted, As we are the management company for the house this is something that we can and will address once notified to us. This is something that we prioritize, we have a full maintenance staff who will go to the property and fix the issue. Warm Regards, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway dream house

This property was everything the pictures show and more. Not only was it stunning on the inside the location was equally beautiful. We’ve stayed at a number of VRBO properties and this one was by far the favorite. Even my teenagers were raving about it the entire way home. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Dawn, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that this cabin Knickerbocker Nest was better than expected. Location is such an important factor in booking a property, glad you booked one in a perfect spot. Hopefully, you and your group were able to enjoy everything in Big Bear and want to come back soon. Warm Regards, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for family

The house was beautiful and clean. I stayed with my family. The kids enjoyed the play area and making s'mores over fire pit. It is in a great neighborhood that allows for walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Maria, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation!Big Bear is definitely a place for friendly neighborhoods:). Having a home with an open floor plan is a nice touch to a good vacation home. Thank you, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Great property for a family/friends getaway. House was very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. Nicely decorated and felt like a home away from home! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Katie, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation! Come back soon, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Went for a quick getaway with the fam. Place was amazing and in great condition. Hot tub and grill were all working perfectly. Would definitely come back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello William, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that this cabin Knickerbocker Nest was better than expected. Hopefully, you and your group were able to enjoy everything in Big Bear and want to come back soon. Warm Regards, Destination Big Bear
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent time in Big Bear

Fantastic property...very modern.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hello Vince, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Knickerbocker Nest was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Having a home that is in a good location as well as being clean and cozy sounds like the perfect vacation! Come back soon, Destination Big Bear
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