In the heart of Big Bear, Bare Necessities offers a spacious retreat with modern comforts. Enjoy the expansive living space with two fireplaces, jetted tub, and Smart TVs or unwind in the hot tub on the back deck.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$1,181
NZ$1,181
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village.
Bare Necessities is perfect for everyone. Recently updated with new floors, a fresh kitchen, modern bathrooms, and enhanced lighting, this spacious home offers everything you need for a wonderful stay. Located in a beautiful and desirable area of Big Bear, close to the lake and village, it provides the ideal setting for your getaway. Enjoy the comfort of one of the few homes in Big Bear equipped with A/C, ensuring a pleasant stay year-round. With its combination of modern amenities and prime location, you'll never want to leave.
LIVING SPACE - This expansive 1800+ sq ft home features two inviting living rooms, each offering ample comfortable seating for everyone. Enjoy entertainment on the TV or gather around one of the two beautiful fireplaces for a cozy evening. The dining table provides a perfect spot for meals, while the bar seating adds a casual touch for snacks or drinks. This home is designed to offer plenty of space for relaxation and togetherness.
ROOMS & BEDS - 3 bedroom, 3 bath. Upstairs (top floor) master bedroom has a queen bed and TV. Upstairs (mid-level) second bedroom has a queen bed. Upstairs (mid-level) third bedroom has a full bed and twin bed. Both living rooms has a sleeper sofa. Extra blankets and pillows are available.
KITCHEN - Stove, oven, center island, double door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, blender, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, crockpot, rice cooker, dishes, pots/pans, and more.
AMENITIES - Pool table and foosball table! Smart TVs, streaming apps along with fast WiFi, board games and card games. Relax in the jetted tub or near the cozy wood burning fireplace. Laundry area with side-by-side washer/dryer.
OUTDOORS - Hot tub, patio furniture, and gas barbecue. Enjoy the back deck and fenced yard!
PARKING - 3 driveway, garage access. Steep driveway - not suitable for low profile vehicles and will require chains in the winter.
Close to National Forest hiking trails Village - close walk Lake - close walk Snow Summit - 2.5 miles Bear Mountain - 4.2 miles
Other things to note: Maximum of 10 guests total, with no more than 8 adults. No pets allowed Check in: 4 pm Check out: 11 am
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Fully-fenced
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
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)
An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn the thermostat to 55 degrees. Do not turn off heaters, may result in frozen pipes. Cabins with a hot tub must have jets shut off, cover on and locked. Wash, dry, and put away all dishes.
Remove all trash and take to the appropriate trash site location. See confirmation for address. Trash removal is the City/County Law and not our rule.
Text us at 909-403-3217 upon departure and leave the name of the cabin. Report any damages or information we should be aware of about the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Wash all dishes.
Per City/County ordinance, garbage must be taken by the guest to one of the locations listed on your confirmation.
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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-2023-3138
Property is also known as
434554
About the area
Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Big Bear Lake 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
Is Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village.?
As of 24 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village. on 20 Apr 2026 start from NZ$1,181, 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.
How much is parking at Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village. located?
Located in Big Bear Central, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are also within 15 minutes.
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Bare Necessities - AC, Hot Tub, Pool Table, and Lake Views! Walking distance to the Village. Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin this weekend. The cabin was very clean and welcoming. My two boys enjoyed the pool table and arcade game. The only negative that we saw was that the foosball wasn't out. Other than that it was a solid 10/10. We are planning to go back next summer so we look forward to using your business again.
Alejandro R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leah R.
9 Aug 2025
Bare necessities
Very nice accommodation wonderful view of the lake
We needed a family trip and this did the trick. It was perfect for 3 couples and there was plenty of space. It was walking distance to most of the places we wanted to go.
Lucas & Torri D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
heather b.
21 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
House is nice but needs maintenance and pest control
House is nice but top railing was not stable. The stairs were damaged that go from garage to 2nd story.
The kitchen is on the third floor up and has ants. Over all our stay was great besides these things.
So close to town and the house had great games for the family (pool table, ping pong, old school standup video games, foosball). The beds were great and the kitchen was filled with everything we needed. The house needs a little attention (wobbly deck posts, warped deck, trees need pruning, gutters filled with pine needles, etc..) but it's a rental, so we didn't care.
This house was very nice.. had a full equipped kitchen.. lots of games to entertain kids.. close to the village.. marina and lake.. would stay here again.
Very comfortable and spacious with great amenities.
Anne O.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Arsen O.
4 Oct 2020
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not like pictures. Poorly managed.
Came up for a friends birthday. All outside areas were very dirty and unkept. Grill was dirty and propane tank was empty. When we called they made us drive to the leasing office and pick up a replacement tank ourselves. Jacuzzi was dirty, the patio areas were covered in dust, leaves and spiderwebs. Inside the house was ok but nothing like the pictures. Empty booze boxes from previous visitors were on top of the shelves. The night we arrived asked them to come clean the outside and the girl at the front asked us to call in the morning because she had no way of communicating with the day staff???? Can’t you just leave a note or something? Why do guests have to jump through hoops to get things done right. We ended up cleaning everything ourselves. Good location but poorly managed property.