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Bear Timbers log cabin on the Shenandoah River

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Living area
Interior
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 595.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rileyville, VA
  • Luray Caverns
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Front Royal, VA (FRR-Front Royal - Warren County)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet
Max 2 dogs. Pets are not allowed on furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets on furniture.
Quiet hours 11 PM to 6 AM. (Community Rules)
Smoking on the property inside or out will result in and additional cleaning fee of $200.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 11052854

About the area

Rileyville

Located in Rileyville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns, while Warehouse Art Gallery and Car and Carriage Caravan Museum are cultural highlights. The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rileyville, VA

What's nearby

  • The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Luray Caverns - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 18 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 24 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Massanutten Storybook Trail - 32 min drive - 28.6 km

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 23 kg 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend Getaway

The cabin was very clean & had everything we needed. Had a slight hiccup with check-in but the owner was immediately on top of it. Billy was very attentive and responded quickly. As stated in the description, the river is located down the driveway but wished it was closer. Overall, we had a great time. Went to Luray Cavern & stopped at some distilleries & vineyards. Cooter’s was hysterical.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

theGriffinNest G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beary Relaxing

Bear Timbers cabin is a quaint and lovely home. The home provided all the things we needed during our short trip (2 nights). Our mornings consisted of taking a nice walk to the river which is located a short walking distance from the cabin. We enjoyed the views of SNP while soaking in the hot tub. The cabin was very clean and well kept. We are not tap water drinkers, but after reading the welcome manual we did drink from the tap and it was very clean tasting and refreshing. We enjoyed our stay here and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

House is as described - very clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Owners are super communicative and kind. Love the gas fireplace in the main room, screened in porch, and hot tub. Short, beautiful walk to the river, which is much bigger than I was expecting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie N. N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Fishing was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Billy and Judy Carter

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We started vacation rentals in 2016 and take pride in providing a family vacation spot that is fun and relaxing for the whole family.

Why they chose this property

The property is on the river and has canoes that can be used to float on the river. In addition, there is a firewood provided on the property to enjoy a fire. The property is close to a lot of attractions in this area. Shenandoah National Park that is home of to Skyline Drive and awesome hiking trails. The area also offers other fun attractions - zip lining, ski resorts, Luray Caverns, historical war sites, vineyards and many more fun activities.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is surround by a line of fir trees that provides privacy and a feeling of nature. The cabin offers a Hot Tub that is available all year round, a screened in back porch to enjoy sitting outside to read or just to enjoy the birds and a gas grill to enjoy in any setting..

The cabin is a short 3-5 minute walk from the river that offers a place to swim or fish. Canoes are available if you would like to paddle down the river and there are Kayaking and Canoe rental shops in the area if you prefer to have a more convenient arrangement for put in and pick up. There are a couple of areas we like to put in and canoe down to the cabin to make a day trip.

For the chefs and bakers, there are supplies to assist you these needs. A crock pot is available to provide a hardy meal after a day at the ski resort. A full set of pots are provided to meet the needs of any chef to provide a family meal.

A washer and dryer are available to use for any need.

Languages:

English

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