42535 Avalon
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Listing broker / agent: Pinnacle Estate Properties · Lisa Stevens · 805-504-6847 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26206793 · Last checked Oct 25, 2026 16:07 UTC
About this property
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully appointed cabin in Big Bear Lake’s desirable Fox Farm area—equally suited as a personal mountain retreat, second home, or turnkey vacation rental investment. This inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bath home captures the warmth and character of a true mountain getaway while offering beautiful finishes and thoughtfully designed spaces throughout. A freestanding brick fireplace creates a welcoming centerpiece for the living area, while the wood deck extends the living space outdoors and provides the perfect setting to enjoy the mountain surroundings. For vacation rental use, the home is currently configured to accommodate a fourth sleeping room, offering additional flexibility for guests. Professionally managed and recognized as an award-winning “Best Cabin,” the property has been carefully maintained and is offered fully furnished—right down to the flatware. Buyers interested in continuing vacation rental operations have the opportunity to acquire a fully equipped property without the time and expense of furnishing and outfitting a home from scratch. For those looking for a second home or personal mountain retreat, simply arrive and start enjoying Big Bear. Additional features include wood-frame construction, a composition roof, level topography, and a fenced area ideal for dogs. The Fox Farm location places you close to everything that makes Big Bear such a sought-after four-season destination, including Snow Summit, Big Bear Lake, the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, dining, shopping, hiking, and year-round recreation. With its combination of location, condition, furnishings, professional management history, flexible use, and award-winning appeal, this is an opportunity that deserves to be seen in person. Whether you're looking for your own Big Bear escape or a property positioned to continue as a vacation rental, much of the work has already been done. Don't wait to discover what makes this cabin special. Schedule your private showing and come see the opportunity for yourself.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26206793
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Cabin
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,584 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1837 acres
- Year built
- 1974
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 32
Building
- Year built
- 1974
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Architectural style
- See Remarks
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Composition
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Family Room, Laundry
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Inside
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 0
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Driveway Level, Uncovered
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Deck, Wood
- Lot features
- Front Yard, Garden, Trees, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Mountainous, Near National Forest
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Lucerne Valley Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Shore Elementary Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear Lake | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Big Bear Middle Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear Lake | 6–8 | 1.5 mi |
| Baldwin Lane Elementary Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | K–5 | 2.5 mi |
| Chautauqua High (Continuation) Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | 8–12 | 2.9 mi |
| Big Bear High Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | 9–12 | 2.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $665,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $689,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $689,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-23 14:39 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 21:50 | $665,000 |
| Oct 2, 2026 05:58 | $689,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Big Bear Lake
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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