Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
66 min drive
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About the area
Big Bear Lake
A family-friendly stay in the heart of Big Bear Lake awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from The Village and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Snow Summit. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with satellite channels, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a dining area are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Near this Big Bear Lake holiday home, you'll find Big Bear Mountain Resort.
San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Carl's Jr. - 15 min walk
Jersey Mike's Subs - 4 min drive
Tropicali - 3 min drive
Applebee’s | IHOP - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views
Experience Big Bear Lake from the waterfront at Hakuna Matata Lakefront, a spacious 3,500+ sq ft retreat featuring a private dock, direct lake access, and beautiful water views. Located in Big Bear Lake's Village Area, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home accommodates up to 13 guests (maximum 10 adults) and offers an exceptional setting for families and groups. With three wood-burning fireplaces, a dedicated game room, expansive outdoor gathering areas, and a full badminton court, there's plenty to enjoy both indoors and out.
LIVING & DINING The spacious living areas feature comfortable seating and three wood-burning fireplaces, creating inviting places to gather after a day on the lake or exploring Big Bear.
Enjoy TV with DirecTV and NFL Sunday Ticket, along with fast WiFi for staying connected. A dining table and bar seating provide space for shared meals and group gatherings.
KITCHEN The fully equipped kitchen offers plenty of conveniences for preparing meals for larger groups, including: -Six-burner stove -Double oven -Double-door refrigerator with water and ice dispenser -Dishwasher -Microwave -Rice cooker -Blender -Toaster -Coffee maker -Hot cocoa maker -Popcorn maker -Crock-Pot -Cookware, dishes, and utensils
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS Upstairs Master Bedroom (Upstairs) – King bed, TV, DVD player, private attached bathroom, and deck access Downstairs Master Bedroom (Downstairs) – King bed, TV, and private attached bathroom Bedroom 3 (Upstairs) – King bed and TV Bedroom 4 (Upstairs) – Queen bed and TV Game Room – Queen-over-twin bunk bed and two rollaway beds 3 full bathrooms – Two attached to the master bedrooms and a third accessible to the remaining bedrooms and guests
ENTERTAINMENT & AMENITIES The dedicated game room is a standout feature, offering a pool table, ping pong table, shuffleboard, and wet bar. It's an inviting space for friendly competition and spending time together.
Additional amenities include: -Board games and card games -Side-by-side washing machine and dryer
OUTDOOR LIVING Make the most of Hakuna Matata Lakefront's waterfront setting with direct access to Big Bear Lake, a private dock, stairs leading towards the water, and a small launching ramp.
The spacious backyard and back deck offer room to gather while enjoying lake views and fresh mountain air. Prepare meals on the gas BBQ, relax on the patio furniture, or enjoy outdoor dining at the picnic tables.
A full badminton court adds another way for guests to enjoy time together.
LOCATION Located in Big Bear Lake's Village Area, Hakuna Matata Lakefront offers convenient access to The Village, hiking trails, ski resorts, shopping, dining, and year-round mountain recreation.
OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE Parking available for 4 vehicles (driveway) Check-in: After 4:00 PM Check-out: Before 10:00 AM Maximum occupancy: 13 guests (no more than 10 adults) No pets allowed Lake levels vary seasonally and cannot be guaranteed; dock and lake access conditions may change Exterior cameras with recording
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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, rubbish 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
No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Are there any beaches close to Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views?
Yep, Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views is a short 12-minute walk from Swim Beach.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, water tubing and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.
Does Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views?
No, Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views?
No, pets are not allowed.
Hakuna Matata Lakefront | Private Dock, Game Room, Pool Table & Lake Views Reviews
Reviews
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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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eloy D.
2 Oct 2024
Amazing accommodations
If your looking to have a great time with your loved ones look no further thank you so much !
Overall, our stay was amazing! The place is beautifully furnished and layed out. Lots of things to keep you entertained and only good things to say!
Abdullah K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brandon B.
12 Feb 2025
Hakuna Matata Lakefront
Stayed with family over Superbowl weekend and couldn't have been more pleased with the location and property overall! Great game room/hangout area for the whole family to have fun, amazing scenic view of the lake with plenty of space for the kids to play outside, and great location close to Big Bear Village and other local restaurants as well as being very central to local ski resorts. Will be staying here again in the future!
Brandon B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Justin B.
28 July 2025
Great Place, Responsive Service, but Owner Showed Up Twice
The place was great! Beautiful lake front property with all the amenities you need for a fun, relaxing weekend. Cools Cabins was very responsive.
I do want to mention, however, we did not appreciate who I presume was the owner showing up at the property two mornings in a row to work on his jet skis in the driveway.
Justin B.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Leticia S.
6 June 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
3 days weekend
Despite of our down stair dinning table almost falling apart while having dinner and power going out twice, Overall my family enjoyed the stayed. Perfect games for our teenage kids and plenty of space down stairs for our twin babies to play around.
3 generations spent 4 days at this lovely mountain get away. The house is incredible, filled with charm and amenities like pool table, ping pong, corn hole, volleyball net, outside chairs and boat dock. (Water level low, so had some challenge getting to clear water but we made it work). The house is huge with well equipped kitchen and areas for rest and play. Our 5 granddaughters enjoyed the bunk room and free WiFi was a special bonus. The sun rises were incredible and the patios and outside deck with bbq allowed us some good quality family time. Thank you!
Property was nice but a bit dated. Next door there is a full remodel happening and workers started at 7:30am sharp the day after Thanksgiving till 5pm. Not as peaceful as would hope for.
Memorable getaway with the family! The location is fantastic! This home is spacious and beautiful and provides everything you need to have a great time.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
K B.
31 Oct 2017
Perfect House. Beautiful Location!
Perfect House for a girls weekend! Plenty of space, amazing views, and close to everything you could want in Big Bear.
K B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
TonyandShauna W.
25 Oct 2017
Views are amaxing!
Family trip to Big Bear was perfect with this home. Had plenty of room for our large family to hang out and felt very comfy. The views of the lake are ridiculous. Huge patio for our whole family to hangout and just a couple steps from the lake. Overall great stay. Thanks for letting us stay in this home.