Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
63 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 7
+4
2 Single Beds and 6 Double Beds
Jr Master Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Jr Master Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bath
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux!
★★Welcome to The Great Gatsbear — a stunning luxury lakefront estate nestled in the prestigious Big Bear West neighborhood. With over 6,200 sq ft of beautifully designed interior space, this grand cabin offers an unforgettable setting for families, friends, and special gatherings. From elegant indoor features to spectacular lake views and a private dock (available depending on lake levels), this showstopper delivers the very best of Big Bear living.★★
★★ HIGHLIGHTS ★★ ✓ Sprawling 6,200 Sq Ft Luxury Lakefront Home in Big Bear West ✓ Private Dock (Contact Us for Availability Based on Lake Levels) ✓ Vaulted Wood Beam Ceilings & Gorgeous Marble Fireplace ✓ 7 Bedrooms + 5 Bathrooms — Sleeps Large Groups Comfortably ✓ Split type ductless A/C System in most rooms ✓ Chef’s Kitchen w/ Bluestar Gas Range, Double Ovens, Stainless Steel Appliances & Large Island ✓ Game Room w/ Pool Table, Foosball, Poker Table & Arcade Games ✓ 12-Seat Cinema Room w/ Leather Recliners & Projector ✓ HOT TUB + Multiple Decks w/ Stunning Lake Views ✓ Fast WiFi, Flatscreen TVs, Washer/Dryer & Workstation ✓ Elegant Lakefront Backyard — Ideal for Kayaking, Fishing, or Snow Play ✓ Just Minutes to Snow Summit, Village & Local Marinas
★★ GRAND LAKEFRONT LIVING ★★ The main living space will take your breath away with its soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and massive windows framing the lake. Whether you're snuggled up by the marble fireplace or enjoying a movie night on the plush leather seating, this reverse floor plan home sets the stage for total relaxation and entertainment.
✓ Main Living Room w/ Leather Sofas, Armchairs, Smart TV & Marble Fireplace ✓ Elegant Open Layout w/ Vaulted Ceilings & Lake-Facing Windows ✓ Central Dining Table w/ Seating for 10 — Perfect for Holiday Feasts ✓ Reverse Floor Plan w/ Main Living Upstairs for Optimal Views
★★ GOURMET CHEF’S KITCHEN ★★ This state-of-the-art kitchen is built for culinary excellence. Outfitted with high-end stainless steel appliances, a Bluestar gas range, and stunning white countertops, it’s a dream kitchen for any home chef. Large windows above the farmhouse sink offer lake views and natural light.
✓ Stainless Steel Appliances w/ Bluestar Gas Range & Double Ovens ✓ Farmhouse Sink w/ Lake Views + Large Prep Island & Bar Seating ✓ Coffee Maker, Blender, Instant Pot, Toaster & Dishwasher ✓ Double Door Fridge w/ Ice Maker & Ample Pantry Space
★★ SPACIOUS BEDROOMS & LUXURIOUS BATHROOMS ★★ With 7 well-appointed bedrooms, including 1 master suites and 2 Junior Suites, The Great Gatsbear ensures restful nights for every guest. From king-size beds to cozy bunks for kids or teens, each room is designed with comfort and style in mind.
✓ Master Suite: King Bed, Fireplace, En-Suite Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower, Dual Sinks + Direct Access to Lower Deck, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Junior Suite 1: King Bed, En-Suite Bathroom w/ Jetted Tub/Shower Combo, Dual Vanities, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Junior Suite 2: King Bed, En-Suite Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower, Dual Vanities, Private Deck Access, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Bedroom 4: King Bed, Access to Hall Bathroom, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Bedroom 5: Queen Bed, Access to Hall Bathroom, Private Deck Access, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Bedroom 6: Queen Bed, Armoire for Storage, Access Hall Bathroom, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Bedroom 7: Two Full Over Full Bunk Beds + Twin Trundles (Sleeps Up to 10), Private Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower Only, Perfect for Kids or Teens, Split Type Ductless A/C System ✓ Half Bathroom (Main Level)
★★ ENTERTAINMENT & RELAXATION ★★ This home offers endless indoor fun with a dedicated game room and private cinema. Whether you’re racking up a game of pool or enjoying a movie night, you’ll have something for everyone in your group.
✓ Game Room w/ Pool Table, Foosball, Poker Table & 2 Arcade Machines ✓ Private Cinema Room w/ 12 Leather Recliners, Projector & Screen ✓ Large Built-In Work Desk + Library — Great for Remote Work or Quiet Time
★★ INCREDIBLE OUTDOOR SPACE ★★ Step outside to breathtaking lake views and Big Bear’s natural beauty. With multiple decks, HOT TUB, a private dock, and a peaceful backyard, the outdoor space invites you to play, relax, or explore.
✓ Multiple Lakeview Decks — Perfect for Morning Coffee or Sunset Drinks ✓ Spacious Backyard w/ HOT TUB + Private Dock(Contact for Availability) ✓ Great for Kayaking, Fishing, Snow Play & Stargazing ✓ Close to Marinas, Hiking Trails & Local Boat Rentals
★★ The Great Gatsbear is more than a cabin — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime luxury retreat designed for making memories. Whether you're lounging in the cinema room, whipping up dinner in the gourmet kitchen, or watching the sun set over the water from your private dock, this unforgettable home offers the perfect setting for your Big Bear adventure. Book your stay today and experience mountain living in true Gatsby style! ★★
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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
About the area
Big Bear Lake
Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Snow Summit and Holloway's Marina & RV Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
Oakside - 5 min drive
Tropicali - 6 min drive
The Copper Q - 6 min drive
Teddy Bear Restaurant - 6 min drive
Bowling Barn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux!?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux! on 1 June 2026 start from AU$1,631, 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 for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux! located?
Located in Big Bear Central, this cabin is steps from Metcalf Bay and 1.9 mi (3 km) from The Village. Gilner Point and Big Bear Lake are just steps away.
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great stay . Location was awesome. House was very good. Hope to come back
Anshuman S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Eva T.
1 Aug 2017
Our family loved your home. A perfect 10!
We will be renting this beautiful home again!
Eva T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hello Eva,
We are very happy to see that you had a 5 star stay at Grand Lakefront Escape, and that it was a solis 10. We look forward to hosting and hearing from you again!
Kind Regards,
Destination Big Bear
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Ron S.
6 Jan 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive. But the house was definitely not a five star resort. It had a lot of deferred maintenance ,wear and tear. The gourmet kitchen did not have a functioning oven and not all the stove burners worked. Host did provide a portable air fryer, but that’s not adequate. Also many leaks developed during the rain.
Ron S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sean A.
21 Feb 2022
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Nice, but needs updating...
The house is really nice and roomy, the location on the lake is amazing! There is a nice poker/pool table room and a great theater room.
However, the house is very outdated. The AC/heater works unevenly throughout the rooms. Some rooms are extremely hot and others are freezing cold. The hot tub water probably haven’t changed in years. The color of the water and smell coming out is horrible. The floors are squeaking, very hard to sleep if someone is walking in the house... The house has a great potential but needs some love and attention...
Sean A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you for your review and feedback Sean. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed the house's location on the lake and its poker/pool table room, but sorry to hear about your experience with our decor. We apologize that the spa was not properly cleaned when you arrived. This is an amenity that we ask our vendors to address and apologize again that it was not done in time. We appreciate you reporting this to us so that we could get a vendor out to address the issue. This is not what we like to hear from our tenants, and not up to our standards. We will make note of the home not being properly cleaned and address it right away with our cleaning staff. We appreciate you addressing this. We're confident that if you come back, you will see a big difference in this home. Thank you again for your time and please reach out if there is anything else I can do for you. Warm regards, Destination Big Bear
This gorgeous house has it all. It was large enough for 9 adults and 7 kids to not be on top of each other. There was something for everyone. Foosball table, Pool table, poker table, games, toys, movie theater with lots to choose from, electronic gamers.....I could go on. Then you have the location on the lake, private dock. I brought my kayak and it was nice to be able to leave it in the water. We did have a few issues with the house, one toilet not working, shower not draining properly, fireplace in living room made such loud noises that it couldn’t be used at all. Most all were fixed with a couple of visits from the company. It was unfortunate that the living room fireplace never worked though because that is where we spend most of our time. However even with that this is the place to stay if would expect the best.
Lolli G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hello Lolli,
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed staying at Grand Lakefront Escape. Also, you and your guests were able to enjoy all the entertainment in the home. We are happy to hear that we were able to address most of the issues during your stay. We do apologize for the inconvenience of being unable to use the fireplace. We were able to communicate with homeowners and address this issue. We look forward to hosting you again!
Kind Regards,
Destination Big Bear
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Greg K.
16 May 2022
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Refrigerator did not work. They did nothing.
Walked Into this home and was largely disappointed. Paid a premium for this property as a getaway for a group of friends. First thing we noticed is half the lights on the property don't work. The deal breaker was that the fridge in the kitchen did not work! All the food we brought went bad. All the ice we brought had melted. We are big into cooking and we were extremely disappointed by this. We called them and they sent a tech out who brought 1 tiny cooler with 1 bag of ice and said that the fridge needs repair. The cooler was an Insult. 1 cooler for a house rated at 16 guests? Worst part is destination big bear did nothing to fix it or offer us any form of discount given one of the most important appliances was not working.
Greg K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're sorry to hear that your stay was not up to par and that the refrigerator was not working properly. We would have been more than happy to help you out in any way possible during your stay. Which is why we were able to bring over ice chests to keep your food cool. I will send you a resolutions request to management to see if there is anything they can do for you. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope you'll give Destination Big Bear another chance in the future.
We enjoy the cabin with great views of the lake and with all the amenities. Hopefully we can come back next summer.
Anh P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Hello And, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Grand Lakefront Escape was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay. Come back soon, Destination Big Bear
Lots of plusses. Movie theatre. Huge space. Really nice kitchen. Beautiful spot. Views! Close to town. Games room cool. Staff very nice. Works for a larger group. If you know what it is going in, can be fun.
Some watch outs. Definitely old - decor and overall look and feel. A corporate experience from check in to end. Not really a home more like a corporate run facility. Just a little tired. Things needed repair while there. WiFi was not available the entire time and TVs didn’t work first night bc all batteries dead. And all a little trippy. The furniture. A Xmas tree up in April. Hollywood memorabilia. Strange doors and layout. I even had a ceramic large cougar in one of the closets. Some of this can actually make it trippy.
Again know what it is and you can have a great time.
Donald E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2021
Hello Don, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so happy to hear that this property Grand Lakefront Escape was all you expected in a home and that you and your group got to enjoy their stay at Big Bear. We really apologize for the inconvenience caused to you during your stay and we appreciate your valuable feedback for the updates in the cabin as this will help us to enhance our services for our future guests. It seems one from our resolutions reached you and discussed with you for an appropriate solution for the inconvenience. Kind Regards, Destination Big Bear
Pros:
nice location, spacious, movie theater
Cons:
-Refrigerator didn't work for over 24 hours. After the property manager came to look at the fridge, he explained that the hot air was because "it hadn't been used" which doesn't make sense.
-Windows screens not secured even on second floor which is a major safety issue especially for kids
-Leaking ice machine puddled water on the floor
-Garbage disposal wouldn't open
-Outside areas were not cleared so we were constantly tracking in leaves, sand, etc
This property charges a premium price and the accommodations should be working and safe.
jason g.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2021
Hello Jason, 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 able to be enjoyed by everyone. Location is such an important factor in booking a property, glad you booked one in a perfect spot. We are really unhappy to know that you encountered an uneasiness during your stay. We are really appreciating your patience and bring it to our notice so that in the future we could able to improve the service. With Regards, Destination Big Bear
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dustin S.
30 Oct 2018
Great time in Big Bear
Great property. Awesome views. Staff was very attentive. I look forward to staying here again!
Dustin S.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hello Dustin,
We are very glad to see that you were able to enjoy a five star stay at this great property. Grand Lakefront is a great location with amazing views provided. We are happy to hear that our staff was very attentive during your stay. We look forward to hosting you again!
Kind Regards,
Destination Big Bear
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
13 Feb 2018
Fantastic home for multiple family vacation
We had an absolute blast here, four different families, 8 adults and 8 kids and it was just awesome. The kitchen is huge, has all of the bells and whistles and is perfect for cooking large meals, and there is a two pot coffee maker for the morning. The game room is a blast, the theater is great for movies and just watching TV. The kids loved throwing rocks into the lake and taking the quick trip to sled. We would love to come back!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for reviewing your stay. We hope you and your party were able to enjoy all of beautiful Big Bear. We're glad the property was large enough for your part. We are happy the young ones enjoyed the lake. We hope you will join us again in the future!
Kindest Regards,
Destination Big Bear
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stephen D.
6 Aug 2014
family annivesary celebration
We had the most wonderful time. The property was everything we had hoped for and more. We loved every moment and have the most wonderful memories/pictures. The children had so much fun they were crying when we left and did not want it to end. We would love to come back again.
Stephen D.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review. We hope you will join us again in the future!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
20 July 2013
Perfect House
This is a great house in all respects. Attention has been paid to every detail and amenity. We had a wonderful week long stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Dear Christopher - thank you so much for the kind review. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay!!!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
24 Feb 2012
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I don't know where to start with this property it was so beautiful and clean it had absolutely everything we need it on a vacation i loved it and i hope it well be available for us next year .
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Grand Lakefront Escape. We hope that you will join us again in the future!
Kindest Regards,
Destination Big Bear