There are mountain cabins, and then there is the Beehive, a truly outstanding turn-key fully furnished sweet spot ready for your Alpine retreat move-in. Your 'forever cabin' for you and your family, plus offering you the opportunity to generate supplemental short term rental income when you're not up in Big Bear. The Beehive has a 5-Star Airbnb rating and is a rental quest favorite. Perched on a beautifully landscaped 5000 sq ft lot in one of Big Bear City's best located tall-pines neighborhoods, this fully furnished two-bedroom, one-bath air conditioned 1965 rough-sawn cedar cabin has been thoughtfully and completely renovated and furnished delivering a rare combination of authentic mountain character and thoughtful modern living. The curb appeal alone sets it apart with a truly beautiful front yard anchored by tall pines, birch, and blue spruce, all highlighted by landscape lighting, a paved driveway and an in-ground irrigation system makes for a striking first impression at any hour. Inside, original, perfectly maintained 1965 pine ceilings and a ship-lapped living room with a vintage fireplace preserve the soul of the cabin, while a fully updated kitchen with quartz countertops, a new bath, and curated interior finishes make it feel entirely fresh and inviting. Also included is a rare find 4-season heated garage with washer and dryer, an EV charging station and workout bench/weight set -- coupled with a companion storage structure perfect for kayaks and other mountain toys. The living room centers on a gas-burning fireplace complemented by great furnishings and directional/dimmed lighting, with a 52" Smart TV and a cozy dining room alongside. The new kitchen is equipped with a gas cooktop w/griddle and stainless appliances, All-Clad cookware, and West Elm dinnerware details that signal the level of care put into every corner of this home.The new bathroom features a walk-in shower, vanity and ceiling heating element. The primary bedroom features a king bed with West Elm beside tables, and the second bedroom is a queen; both have air-conditioning splits. Step outside to a tree-topped front deck with a gas fire pit along with comfy seating -- or retreat to the private backyard rock garden a serene shady setting with a four-person hot tub/spa, Coyote on-line gas grill, Italian string lights and bistro table with chairs. The cabin sits in a quiet tall-pines neighborhood with easy access to both the lake and the Village, and hiking trailheads begin just blocks away.The Beehive conveys as a fully operational, income-producing short-term rental with an established Airbnb presence, furnishings, appliances, and amenities in place offering a buyer the rare ability to close and begin generating revenue immediately, or to simply arrive and enjoy a move-in-ready mountain home. Big Bear Lake is Southern California's premier four-season mountain destination a jewel of the San Bernardino National Forest celebrated for its skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing and high-altitude training. The Beehive cabin is conveniently located just 9 minutes from both Big Bear Mountain resorts and 11 minutes from the Village at Big Bear Lake which is host to over 120 local boutiques, eateries, and night life spots.
