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The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux!

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Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire cabin

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Metcalf Bay
    1 min walk
  • Gilner Point
    1 min walk
  • Big Bear Lake
    1 min walk
  • Big Bear, CA (RBF)
    21 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

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 luxurious lakefront retreat nestled in the prestigious Big Bear West neighborhood. This elegant home offers over 6,200 square feet of lavish living space with breathtaking lake views, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable mountain getaway. Whether you're relaxing by the water, enjoying world-class amenities, or exploring the nearby slopes and downtown Village, The Great Gatsbear promises a truly exceptional experience.

★★ HIGHLIGHTS ★★

✓ Prime Location: Situated within walking distance of the lake and boat rentals, and just a short drive to Snow Summit and the Village downtown.

✓ Spacious Interiors: Over 6,200 sq ft of luxurious living space, featuring elegant design elements and stunning lake views throughout.

✓ Private Dock: Enjoy exclusive access to your own dock for launching kayaks, docking rental boats, or fishing. Please contact us for updated lake depth information.

★★ Main Floor ★★

✓ Elegant Living Area: Vaulted ceilings with beautiful wood beams create a grand atmosphere, while a leather sofa, armchairs, a marble statue fireplace, and a mounted smart TV provide comfort and entertainment.

✓ Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen: The modern kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a custom blue star gas range, double ovens, and a large kitchen island with a prep sink. A farmhouse sink and large windows offer stunning lake views, while the grand dining room table seats ten guests for memorable meals.

★★ Mid Level ★★

✓ Game Room: The perfect space for entertainment, featuring billiards, foosball, a poker table, and arcade game tables.

✓ Junior Master Suite: This bedroom offers a king-size bed, a dresser, and an attached bathroom with a jetted tub/shower combo and double vanity sinks.

✓ Additional Bedrooms: A king bedroom with an attached bathroom, double vanity sinks, a glass walk-in shower, and private deck access. Two queen bedrooms, one with private deck access, complete this level.

★★ Bottom Level ★★

✓ Office Area: A large desk and bookshelf provide a quiet space for work or reading.

✓ Cinema Room: Enjoy a 12-seat theater with leather reclining chairs and a high-quality projector for movie nights.

✓ Luxurious Bedrooms: The queen bedroom and grand master suite offer comfort and style, with the master bedroom featuring a fireplace and double doors leading to the deck. A seventh bedroom includes two full beds and two full-over-full bunk beds with twin trundles.

★★ Outdoor Enjoyment ★★

✓ Spacious Backyard: A perfect area for exploring, building snowmen, or simply relaxing by the lake.

✓ Private Dock: Ideal for boating, fishing, or kayaking adventures.

★★ Features ★★

✓ Vaulted Ceilings
✓ Marble Fireplace
✓ Chef’s Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances
✓ Billiards, Foosball, and Arcade Game Tables
✓ 12-Seat Cinema Room with Leather Recliners
✓ Luxurious Bedrooms with En Suite Bathrooms
✓ Private Dock for Boating & Fishing
✓ Flatscreen TVs & High-Speed Internet
✓ Wood Flooring & Modern Design Elements
✓ Towels & Linens Provided

Note: Lake levels vary, and dock availability is not guaranteed. Please contact us for the most up-to-date information.

The Great Gatsbear offers a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and breathtaking lake views. Whether you're looking for a relaxing retreat or an adventurous escape, this lakefront home has everything you need for an unforgettable Big Bear experience.

★☆ Book Your Stay Today at The Great Gatsbear! ☆★

2024-1856
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Metcalf Bay. Features include a water park and a spa tub. The cabin offers a kitchen and 5.5 bathrooms.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, 5.5 bathrooms, and a fireplace
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 10 minutes by car from Snow Summit and 5 minutes from The Village
This cabin offers its guests a water park and a spa tub.

This Big Bear Lake cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Destination Big Bear

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski lift privelages

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number BCA-105176

Property is also known as

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The Great Gatsbear Cabin by Destination Big Bear : 5 Star! High End! Dock! Theater! Hot Tub! Lake! Gourmet Kitchen! BBQ! Lux! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

teri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Greg K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Sean A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
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...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Anh P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape!
We enjoy the cabin with great views of the lake and with all the amenities. Hopefully we can come back next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Donald E.

A trip of a trip
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

jason g., los angeles

Beautiful property but many problems
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lolli G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find!
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S., Corona, CA United States of America

Great time in Big Bear
Great property. Awesome views. Staff was very attentive. I look forward to staying here again!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eva T.

Our family loved your home. A perfect 10!
We will be renting this beautiful home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017