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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1074 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
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  • Washer
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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Fireplace
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Black River Falls, WI
  • Popular LocationLake Arbutus8 min drive
  • Popular LocationHo-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls18 min drive
  • Popular LocationJackson Correctional Institution18 min drive
  • AirportEau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)66 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Bear's Den- Cottages On Serenity Lake- Beautiful Cottage On Small, Private Lake!

WE CAN NOW RIDE OUR ATVS/UTVS DIRECTLY FROM OUR PROPERTY!!! YAYYY!

See our other homes on the same property at Vrbo # 1531465 and # 182795! Invite your friends and family to join you for a get together!

We have THIS WEEKEND still available and, we have a "last-minute" special for the 2 nights, with a $50 discount from the rates (to be paid after your stay!), or a $100 discount for a 3-night stay! Let us know if you have any questions!

We have a 5% discount off the rates during the On-season, during May & September for 2 nights, during the week and 10% off if it is 3 nights or more and does not include a Friday or Saturday. We also have a 10% discount off days during the week, if it is within 7 nights of the visitation dates- please inquire for more details!

We have various 2-3 night dates available but, unless you put in the exact dates, our property will likely not show up. so, email us for a list of available dates.

Enter the driveway of the tall majestic pines that paint the surrounding area around your entrance to open up to a beautiful private lake nestled among mother nature and drive to your chosen cabin/cottage to enjoy the soft whisper of her breath as the breeze whistles through the trees and over the lake.

From inside, enjoy the smell of a fresh, sparkling fire, the flames dancing off the walls as if listening to a favorite song. And enjoy the many pine and custom accents that make you realize you are in the wilderness among mother nature's finest treasures! Enjoy the view through the many custom windows that will make you feel like you are outdoors with the warmth and coziness of still being inside!

From outside, enjoy catching fish that most people only read about, that will leave memories in your children's hearts, as well as your own, not to mention, the deer you see... the porcupines, cardinals, blue jays, raccoons, hawks, owls, fox, beaver, otters, bald eagles or any other numerous wildlife that those who are dedicated to find will! ***Calendar is displayed but please contact owner for current availability!!

Bear's Den is a 2-bedroom/1-bathroom custom home on a small, private lake and has its' own private entrance and the front gate stays locked at all times with only our guests and your guests having the access information making them even more private! Each home has its' own wood-burning fire place, out door hot tub (facing Serenity Lake, your own fire pit and beach so you can swim and fish right from your cottage!!

We have kayak, canoe, paddle board, floating oasis and rowboat rentals available or you are welcome to bring your own.

If you rent for a 2-night stay and it includes a Friday or a Saturday, it is a weekend rate.

Pets are $40 for the first pet, for 2 nights and $10 per night after that. Each additional pet is $20 for the first two nights and $10 per night after that.

Pets are $75 for the first pet for a full week and $50 for each additional pet.


Also, major holidays are a 4-night minimum; minor holidays are a 3-night minimum and the opening rifle deer hunt is a 5-night minimum. We do not rent Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday (and do cannot begin a rental on a Saturday or Sunday) Any other night of the week is fine. Certain dates are a 3-night minimum (including Cranberryfest weekend and the deer rifle hunt, which is a 5-night minimum for the opener and 4-night minimum for the latter half. And when there are 3 nights available between other families or groups staying. Please inquire if you have any questions! Thank you!

***Rates that are listed are beginning rates during the 'Off-season'. Please contact owner for questions.

VERY IMPORTANT!! Because VRBO's format does not allow an accurate break-down of the rates for the on-season, off-season, weeknights, weekends and weekly's-ALL RATES ARE APPROX. Often times, we can offer a better rate than what is depicted as when additional guests are added, it can come out with quite a difference in the rate. So, please contact us for the exact amount depending on your dates, number of guests and which home you would like. IN MOST CASES, IT WILL BE MUCH CHEAPER THAN WHAT the rates will compute through VRBO/in some cases, it will be more. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The rates for additional guests is obviously more during the "On-season" but VRBO does not have an option for this. Also, for a weekly rental, the 20% offered, does not include the additional guests so the rate you will be quoted will be quite a bit higher than it actually is. Please contact us and we can let you know exactly what the rate is (not including VRBO's fee).

Property manager

Brian Aish
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outside of homes! You can cancel and receive 100% refund minus a $100 Booking/Processing Fee (double if multiple homes)
Liability waiver must be initialed and signed by each adult guest and a copy of front of driver license of the host prior to actual visit.
Can have more than 10 guests/please inquire for rates!

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Black River Falls

This cottage is located in Black River Falls. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Arbutus and Jackson County Forestry & Parks, while Jackson County Historical Society Museum and 1897 Clark County Jail Museum are cultural highlights.
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Black River Falls, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Arbutus - 8 min drive
  • Jackson County Forestry & Parks - 17 min drive
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls - 18 min drive
  • Jackson Correctional Institution - 18 min drive
  • Wazee Lake Recreation Area - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mug - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Northwoods Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake Arbutus Sports Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Merrillan Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Den- Cottages On Serenity Lake- Beautiful Cottage On Small, Private Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Den- Cottages On Serenity Lake- Beautiful Cottage On Small, Private Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Den- Cottages On Serenity Lake- Beautiful Cottage On Small, Private Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear's Den- Cottages On Serenity Lake- Beautiful Cottage On Small, Private Lake! located?

Situated in Black River Falls, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Arbutus, Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area and Levis Mound Trailhead. Black River Memorial Hospital and Jackson County Historical Society Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
Had a very relaxing peaceful stay. Lots of wildlife around and if you are interested in seeing stars at night, this is the place. Would for sure come again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Perfect little cottage to get away with friends and family. Quiet and one with nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S., Malone, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pefect peaceful getaway
Start to finish everything was amazing. Check in and communication was a breeze! The property was peacefull and had great amenities for walks with the dogs, relaxation, and just getting away. Hot tub and fireplace were a great bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend
Had a great time here with friends. It’s always so clean and cozy! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
The cabin was clean and was very roomy! Beautiful fall views and perfect for a little get away, can’t wait to come back in the summer to utilize the lake more! Host was responsive and extremely nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

adam g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bears Den
What a great property, quiet and secluded! The Bears Den was clean and included everything we needed for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hideaway
Beautiful scenery and such a quiet little area. Went during the week days and i believe there might have been another couple staying there at a different cabin but never saw or heard them. The place had everything we needed, the hot tub was my high light after bouncing around in side by side all day. Would recommend to anyone and the hosts were super sweet. Thanks guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and secluded
Very enjoyable for our dogs as well as ourselves. Everything was as described. Quiet, private and secluded with private lake area. Nice views. Hot tub was a nice bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home !!
Everything was so clean, I felt like I was at home. It was quiet and relaxing ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
The Cottages on Serenity Lake were perfect for our family! Bear’s Den is a rustic looking cabin with all the modern amenities. We enjoyed the wooded privacy it has to offer along with the lake right at our back door. The hot tub was definitely a bonus as well as the fire pit. Brian was extremely accommodating. He took time out of his day, not only to explain to us, but actually guide us to some local fishing holes. Although it turned out that the best fishing was right out the back door. This cottage is highly recommended if you’re looking for a relaxing, peaceful getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khrystyna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
😊😊😊
We loved that place beautiful and clean . The nature is amazing. Perfect place to relax on weekends
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
We loved the quiet atmosphere of the large property and clean cabin. Granddaughters had a wonderful time and slept very well. Cabin is well laid out with the bedrooms apart from each other and the bathroom in between. There is complete privacy so you can walk outside and sit on the deck in your jammies.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Kareen C.

Girls weekend
Cabin was very clean. Beds comfy. Had most amenities we needed. AC worked well. Hot tub was a nice feature to have. Beach area looked different than pictured but still nice. I would not recommend kayaking as the lake is very small. The walking trail was over grown and one of the guests got into poison ivy. Check in/out princess was very easy. Lots of religious reading material at the cabin which almost seemed pushy for a VRBO that will get guests from all different beliefs and backgrounds so if that’s not your thing than maybe pick somewhere else. Otherwise the cabin was nice and secluded for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The property was clean and had everything we needed to have a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Bear's Den is a good setting for the elderly because it's quiet and a walker can be maneuvered around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holli B., Muscoda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay
The home was very clean. The WIFI device was dated, has some slow connections at times. The beach area was perfect for us, fishing and just hanging out. The only bad thing was a neighboring rental had dogs that barked every evening for a couple of hours, consistently, and the owners yelling at their dogs made it even worse. Otherwise, our stay was very nice. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ray R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear Cabin
We had a great time and the fishing was pretty good, hot tub was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
We loved our stay at Bear Den at Serenity Lake. From the up north Wisconsin feel to the smell of the place when we walked in we couldn’t have asked for a better weekend getaway. Myself my husband and our dog Cash spent the weekend fishing hot tubbing and enjoying the relaxing vibes this place gave off. The area is surrounded by the nicest most helpful people. Brian our host was so helpful informative and answered any and all questions we had. We didn’t lack anything in our stay. In fact we gained our sanity again here. We are already making plans to come back in summer to explore some more! Thanks again Brian we had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter getaway cabin
This place was great! We like a place where there’s privacy, secured, very spacious and has good amenities. We enjoyed ice fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place for a winter getaway
Propert was lovely and well maintained. Very clean and the check in process was a breeze. Hosts were very accommodating. The snowshoeing was incredible
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting Season
This is a wonderful property - a great place to stay with family and friends. You have all the amenities plus a beautiful setting in the Northwoods.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
Perfect cabin getaway for our first family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
This was the perfect place to spend a long weekend. We spent most of the time relaxing in the hot tub under a sky full of stars (the most stars we’ve ever seen), and in front of the wood burning fireplace. Our dog enjoyed long walks on the trail around the lake and we enjoyed looking for animal prints in the snow. We’d love to come back again sometime. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla K G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PICTURE PERFECT!!
The weather was amazing; our cabin was easy to find; and check in and check out was great!! We loved how private and secluded the cabin was!! I enjoyed early Saturday morning coffee on the porch and then a dip in the hot tub!! The best way to celebrate my 65th bday! We are already talking about coming back next October!! A big thank you to our host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin getaway
Loved the property surrounded by nature! We enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and beautiful backdrop setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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