Summary:

Knickerbocker Summit is a dramatic A-frame cabin with soaring wood-beam ceilings, a private spa, fire pit, and Big Bear Lake views — all walkable to the Village. Four bedrooms, three baths, and a loft overlooking the great room sleep up to 9 guests comfortably. The stone fireplace, walls of windows, wraparound deck, and outdoor BBQ make it impossible not to unwind. Dogs welcome (up to 2). This is the one the whole group will be talking about long after checkout.



The Space:

A-frame cabins don't get more classic than this. Knickerbocker Summit is a two-level mountain home with the kind of architecture that stops you when you walk in — soaring wood-beam ceilings, a stone fireplace, walls of windows, and natural light everywhere. It sleeps 9 across four bedrooms and a loft, with enough space that everyone has room to breathe.



Main Level



Great room with soaring A-frame ceilings, stone fireplace, and large windows — open plan, everyone stays connected

Fully equipped kitchen: fridge, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, blender, wine glasses, baking sheet, all cookware and dishes

Dining table for the whole group

Bedroom 1 — queen bed

Bedroom 2 — queen bed

Bedroom 3 — two single beds (perfect for kids or a pair of friends)

Full bathroom #1

Full bathroom #2

Upper Level



Loft overlooking the great room — dramatic ceiling height, treetop views, a natural hangout spot

Bedroom 4 — queen bed

Full bathroom #3

Outdoors



Private spa / hot tub — the crowd favorite; replace the cover after use

Fire pit — perfect for evening s'mores and stargazing (no fires during red flag warnings)

Front deck with outdoor furniture — morning coffee and sunset BBQs

Propane BBQ grill surrounded by pines

Laundry & Parking



Full washer and dryer on-site

Free on-premises parking (Max. 3 cars

Street parking is not allowed

What's Included



High-speed WiFi

Smart TV

All kitchen essentials — cookware, dishes, silverware, coffee, wine glasses

Towels, bed linens, extra pillows and blankets, room-darkening shades

Hair dryer, shampoo, body soap, cleaning products, hangers, clothing storage

Indoor wood-burning fireplace (wood not provided — available at local stores)

Smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, fire extinguisher

Exterior Ring security camera (staircase/deck-facing only, 24/7 — no interior cameras)

Pets welcome — up to 2 dogs, $75 pet fee per stay. No cats or other animals. Please keep pets off furniture and beds and clean up after them.



The Neighborhood:

Knickerbocker Summit sits on one of Big Bear Lake's most sought-after streets. Knickerbocker Road is a quiet, pine-lined residential corridor with a true mountain-community feel — classic cabins, tall trees, fresh air, and the kind of pace that immediately tells your nervous system to slow down.



What makes this location exceptional is the walkability. The Village — Big Bear's hub of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and lakefront access — is just a few blocks away on foot. You don't need to move your car to grab breakfast, pick up groceries, or sit by the lake at sunset.



From the cabin itself, you catch glimpses of Big Bear Lake through the tree line, particularly beautiful at golden hour.



Getting Around:

Big Bear Village (shops, dining, bars): ~0.3 miles / 5–7 min walk

Big Bear Lake shoreline: ~0.5 miles / 10 min walk

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain: ~0.8 miles / walkable



By Car



Vons / Stater Bros. Grocery: ~0.5 miles / 2 min

Big Bear Marina: ~0.7 miles / 3 min

Snow Summit Ski Resort: ~1.0 mile / 4 min

Pine Knot Trail (hiking): ~0.4 miles / 2 min

Big Bear Lake Brewing Company: ~0.4 miles / 2 min

Big Bear Speedway Go-Karts: ~1.0 mile / 4 min

Bear Mountain Ski Resort: ~5.0 miles / 12 min

Big Bear Alpine Zoo: ~4.0 miles / 10 min

Big Bear Discovery Center: ~6.5 miles / 15 min

Big Bear Urgent Care: ~1.5 miles / 5 min

CVS Pharmacy: ~1.0 mile / 4 min

Getting Here

Snow chains or AWD/4WD may be required November–April. Always check road conditions before heading up.



Other Things to Note:

No A/C — at 7,000 ft elevation, the mountain air keeps things naturally cool; open the windows for a breeze

No smoking, vaping, or candles inside the cabin

Quiet hours 10 PM–7 AM — residential neighborhood; local noise ordinances are enforced

Fireplace is wood-burning; wood is not provided but available at local stores

Fire pit: follow local fire safety rules; no fires during red flag warnings

Spa: please replace the cover after each use

Trash: no curbside pickup — guests take trash to local Clean Bear disposal sites (details provided after booking); keep containers closed to prevent wildlife access

Wildlife is common — bears, coyotes, chipmunks, and other mountain animals live here; keep doors closed and food stored properly

Not childproofed — family-friendly but please supervise children

Mountain weather changes quickly; carry chains November–April

Check-In & Check-Out



Check-in: After 4:00 PM — self check-in with keypad code

Checkout: Before 11:00 AM

Before you leave:



Gather used towels

Dispose of trash at approved Clean Bear sites

Turn off lights and appliances

Set heat to 55°F (do not turn off completely)

Replace spa cover

Lock up

Book Your Stay



Walking distance to the Village, a private spa, a fire pit, lake views through the trees, and enough room for the whole group — Knickerbocker Summit books fast on weekends and holidays. Questions about bringing dogs, planning your trip, or anything about the cabin? Message us anytime — we're local, responsive, and here to help.