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Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Lake
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Snow and ski sports

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 595 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River

This log style cabin has it all. Whether you just want to get away and relax or celebrate a romantic weekend, Bear Timber’s has it all. House sits on Shenandoah river, has hot tub, fire pit, and canoes. A short walk down to the river from the back porch you will have your own private riverbank. Swim in the river, canoe, fish, and then come back for a relaxing dip in the hot tub or sit out by the fire pit.

The house is fully equipped with pots, pans, dish ware, gas BBQ grill, gas fireplace/stove, TVs, Internet, both a screened and open porch. Washer and dryer on premises along with a dishwasher. All you need is your food and clothes. Everything else is available to make your stay worry free. This is a very clean modern cabin with rustic touches to make you feel right at home. High quality mattresses and bedding will give you restful sleep in absolute silence.

Easy access to Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park - 24 minutes
Close to 2 ski resorts - 50 minutes to Massenutten Ski Resort and 60 minutes to Bryce Ski Resort
Near by activities: Horse back riding, hiking, skiing, zip lining, Luray Caverns, Vineyards


Note: You cannot see the river from the house, which is a short walk down the driveway. The back of the property opens up to a beautiful view of the river. The Property Fee includes a $10 nightly fee for firewood, which is maintained on the property for your use.

Property manager

Billy and Judy Carter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 50 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1024 sq ft (95 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 50 lbs per pet
Note from host: Max 2 dogs. Pets are not allowed on furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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
Property Registration Number 11052854

About the neighborhood

Map
Rileyville, VA

What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns - 15 min drive
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 18 min drive
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 24 min drive
  • Massanutten Storybook Trail - 32 min drive
  • Skyland - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castle Vineyards - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Tech - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Camino Real Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Po Green's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. Hazard Mill Recreation Area and Warehouse Art Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie N. N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin Getaway
The cabin is just perfect! The 4 of us enjoyed our time at Bears Timbers. The kitchen was fully stocked and plenty of towels for the bathrooms. Everything was clean and owners were very nice. We will come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for a Peaceful Stay
The cabin was very clean, well furnished, and well stocked with supplies. The location is private, and the views from the river are very pretty. The town of Luray is a short drive away, so grabbing a bite to eat or a scoop of ice cream at local restaurants and shops is easy. The cabin also has a nice gas grill that was perfect for our steak night. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solheim Cup stay
Very relaxed evenings after chaotic days at the Solheim Cup with massive crowds. Very nicely done cabin and very quiet. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
We really enjoyed our stay at Bear Timbers for a long weekend. The cabin was extremely clean, the hot tub was wonderful, and we loved watching TV with the fireplace at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
RNR
What a wonderful peaceful place. Bring your clothes, toothbrush and food and you are set. Absolutely everything is there. Lovely cabin, comfortable bed, great deck and porch and leisurly stroll to river. Highly recommend this to anyone wanting to rest and refresh.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River 😎
🎶 Almost heaven, $%&* Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River Life is old there, older than the trees Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze 🎶 We had a wonderful family trip to Bear Timbers cabin. Spent our days hanging out on the river, listening to Neil Young, Johnny Cash, John Denver, & watching the Summer Olympics in a clean & beautiful air conditioned cabin. Grilled up some steaks & burgers at night. Made smores around the campfire. Great trip all around!! My kids give it "one million stars". We had an absolute blast! Thank you for the hospitality & accommodations :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven J., Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness
River cabin
Great stay, cabin was as advertised, clean, well equipped. Good location for taking advantage of the national park and local attractions such as Luray caverns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Gem
Perfect 2 BDR 2BA for 4 adults. Well-equipped modern kitchen. Both screened and unscreened covered porches were delightful to enjoy the hundreds of birds (we counted 37 species!). Short walk to the river. Canoes available but we didn’t use them. We loved the hot tub, though! Nearby town of Luray has some surprisingly good restaurants. Loved the meandering path along the waterway through town. Nearby Luray Caverns is a gem. Lots of local wineries and distilleries. We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time on the river!
We celebrated our anniversary at this wonderful location. Great house, great river access, great times. We will come back tor sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Smiths

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Quiet vacation spot
All basic amenities were supplied. Wifey surprised me with my 40th Birthday with a nice 3 plus hr motorcycle ride to this wonderful secluded cabin vacation spot. Definitely looking forward to stopping in at this spot again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun getaway
We had a great time. The kitchen was very well stocked. The owners were very communicative. We had everything we needed for a fun getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy cabin, very clean, plenty to do to keep 3 young kids busy. Clear communication from the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eli O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin with everything that you need
We stayed at the cabin while visiting Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns. Billy was an amazing host who proactively communicated with us throughout our stay. We were impressed with the cabin and its cleanliness. Simple things like the variety of board games, first aid kit, bidet, and prime video streaming made it real like a home away from home. I highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a place to stay in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin getaway
Accurate description, clean cabin, short walk to the riverside, well stocked firewood stack for the fire pit. Nice stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family trip
My family of four had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the hot tub. Loved the gas fireplace. Sadly it rained for most of our weekend stay so we didn’t get to use the canoes on the river like we had hoped, but we did walk down to the river and it was very beautiful. My kids loved that we saw so many deer near the house and in neighborhood. Location is great, just a short drive to Luray. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark Machi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Fishing was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Excellent stay. The river was the highlight. If you can unwind there you never will. Owners were very helpful and responded quickly to our question. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot for R&R
Spent a few days hanging out on the river, caught some fish, tried some local whiskeys and wines. A great time! Definitely on the “go back to” list.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Timbers
The cabin is beautiful inside. The back porch and deck are lovely. The access to the river was the only issue for me. The river is many yards from the cabin, but, that is ok. My problem was that actually getting in the river at the site with a canoe or kayak and getting back out, are difficult. The bank drops down a bit with no smooth, available way to get in other than to drop the canoe or kayak in and then jump in after it, hoping it won't get taken by the current in the interim. Getting back out requires lifting the canoe or kayak back onto the bank while in the river and then climbing up out after it. If the access could be graded somehow with rocks used to make a little launch site, that would be great. Then, I would want to come back. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L., Bristow, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and cain. Highly recommend staying here.
Short family getaway with grandkids. Perfect location on the Shenandoah River. All the amenities were perfect and the host was excellent in communication. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay by the river
Property was true to the listing. The cabin was clean and well stocked. We only needed to bring clothing, toiletries, and food. We had so much fun taking the inner tubes on the river, using the hot tub, grilling, and going out to see the local sites. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a great escape
We've been to Bear Timbers several times in the past few years. It's a wonderful way to get away and have some relaxing seclusion. We love to hang out on the river which is usually shallow enough that our youngest can play safely, too. The house itself has a well-stocked kitchen and feels more luxurious on the inside than you'd expect of a house that looks like a simple cabin outside. The owners are great at communicating and they've clearly put effort into improving the place. They've put in new living room furniture and replaced the hot tub in the last two years. Nothing about the place is broken or on its last legs. We love Bear Timbers and I'm sure we'll return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better then the picture
This cabin doesn’t look like much from the picture but it is fabulously located and beautiful inside. Most importantly it was clean! The hot tub is glorious. The lake is a short easy walk (I was wearing a leg brace and had no trouble) and the view is quite beautiful. Bring some camping chairs and enjoy your morning coffee with a water view. The owners have everything you could want at your fingertips. I forgot my binoculars and guess what? There was one in the cabin. We cooked everyday and ate on the porch. The grill worked great. The kitchen has everything you need. Owners were responsive to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great well stocked home.
We had a fun stay here. The kitchen had so many supplies including a crockpot and spices. We played a few of the card games provided. We took the innertubes down to the river each day. The beds were comfortable which made for a restful vacation. We enjoyed the screened in porch with chairs to relax in and the gas grill on the deck. There were extra towels which was so helpful. You do need to haul out your own trash, but it isn't that far. The hotub was slimy and dirty. It desperately needed to be cleaned out. (We didn't notify the owner so we aren't marking down our overall rating). The walk to the river was further than we expected. Probably between 1/4 and 1/3 of a mile. The one issue we had was quickly resolved. Overall it was a very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING ATMOSPHERE
Where do I start? From the view of the river literally in the backyard, the homely atmosphere, or the pure hospitality we got from the ppl who owned the cabin. We used their amenities (LOOOOOOVED THE JACUZZI BATH) and lets just say, everything was fantastic. Everything up to date. Clean. Property was literally something out of a dream. The river in the backyard….undeniably gorgeous! We used the canoe and we fished. We went there to enjoy nature and that’s what we got and more. We contacted them for where to go and they never once left us astray. They we delightful, pleasant and some of the nicest ppl I’ve ever dealt with and it was more than a pleasure staying there. Experienced Shenandoah River which is a drive but was worth every mile due to the scenery. No regrets! Will definitely rent again! Thank you again for your hospitality!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023