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8.6

Excellent

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Canaan Valley, West Virginia

Timberline Four Season Resort1 min walk
Canaan Valley Ski Resort9 min drive
Blackwater Falls State Park25 min drive
Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal)113 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

The mountains are alive inside and out of this beautiful mountain home. Inside enjoy colorful, creative furnishings and finishes that compliment and resound the beauty on the other side of the door. Outside enjoy a large yard with plenty of running room for kids of all ages. Ample decks and porches provide surround seats for the sights and sounds of nature. Every season holds a reason to enjoy Bear’s Lair. Inside enjoy a wood-burning fireplace, pool table, WIFI and multiple TV’s. Outside show off your grill skills, take time to star gaze and enjoy the outside hot tub. **WARNING: Staying at Bear's Lair may create addictive mountain vacation behavior. You will definitely feel like you need to come back again and again!!

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Property manager

Best of Canaan

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Davis

This holiday home is located in Timberline, a neighbourhood in Davis. Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blackwater Falls State Park and Dolly Sods Wilderness Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

Canaan Valley, West Virginia

What's nearby

Timberline Four Season Resort - 1 min walk
Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 9 min drive
Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 9 min drive
Blackwater Falls - 24 min drive
Blackwater Falls State Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mama Mia - ‬7 min drive
‪Applewood Inn And Breakfast Nook - ‬7 min drive
‪Hickory Dining Room - ‬16 min drive
‪Canaan Valley BBQ - ‬8 min drive
‪Amelia's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location. located?

Located in Timberline, this holiday home is steps away from Dolly Sods Wilderness Area and Timberline Four Season Resort. Canaan Valley Resort State Park and Canaan Valley Ski Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.6

Excellent

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7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

kyran g.

28 Mar 2024

Great Place to Stay in West Virginia!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Bear’s Lair for 3 nights in March 2024. Upon arriving, we were blown away at how cute and cozy the house was. There was plenty of space for 3 couples! The house was situated close to the main road, but there was minimal noise excluding the wildlife that frequented the yard. The house was situated close to enough to Davis and the state parks such that it was only a maximum of a 15 minute drive anywhere! Everything was lovely and clean. We definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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6/10 Okay

Maity K.

28 Feb 2024

Bears lair

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here several times but each year it gets more run down. The roofing has TVEK pieces on it. The furniture needs to be updated. The ottoman is still really gross and putting a blanket on it doesn't make it better. I know these homes are hard to maintain but little things can go a long way. Hope the owners get a handle on the repairs.

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8/10 Good

Steve M.

24 Feb 2024

Great Layout, Perfect Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Couldn't ask for a better location to Timberline. The place had plenty of space, was great with two families and 5 kids. Pool table and hot tub was a hit. The property was a bit "tired", and unfortunately was a bit dirty when we arrived (really the kitchen/dining room - bathrooms and bedrooms were sparkling), but other than that was a great place and we'd likely return.

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8/10 Good

Steve M.

31 Jan 2024

Great Layout, Perfect Location

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10/10 Excellent

John B.

13 Dec 2023

Thanksgiving GetAway

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

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6/10 Okay

Roger R.

13 Oct 2023

Second time was not as charming or as warm.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house overall was ok. Some of the issues we had was the furnace for the living room and kitchen broke down the 2nd night. The hot water tank for the main bedroom and upstairs bedroom only lasted long enough for 1 and 1/2 showers. The hot tub was just hot water, no jets. The house needs a little upkeep.

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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

29 Sept 2023

Fall week in the mountains

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6/10 Okay

Linda B.

1 Aug 2023

Bear’s Lair review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was disappointed in the house. Some construction was going on and it was not in the best condition. Several outlets in the house did not work. The family room smelled musty. Overall, the house and furniture felt old and used! When I opened the windows to get some air in the house, the casings were full of dirt. I had to clean them all out before I left the windows open. The fan in the family room only worked part time.

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10/10 Excellent

23 July 2023

Another great stay

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

19 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Nice location and property

Decent property had a very nice stay,my granddaughter loved it.She made friends with the big bear stuffed animal,she cried when we left because she didn’t want to leave him.My only complaint would be we would’ve liked to know about the canoe you can use no one told us until we asked another visitor who was on the dock by then it was our last night and it started to rain.Also you pay a $65 fee for the hot tub which doesn’t even work got in and rite back out very disappointed.Other than that we had an awesome time thank you so much for sharing your property with us.😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

17 July 2023

Bear’s Lair

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10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

20 Oct 2022

Secluded Hideaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property is very private even though it is towards the front of Old Timberline. This makes it very convenient to get in and out. The house could use some updates and some TLC. The owners appear to be slowly working on the property. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The management company was absolutely wonderful! They were friendly, helpful, and attentive. Would definitely recommend renting through Best of Canaan.

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8/10 Good

amy b.

25 Sept 2022

Amazing Location with a Caveat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rent from Best of Canaan because of the community and access to Dolly Sods. The grandkids love fishing in the little lakes, the dog loves running around, and we all love the quick access to some of the best Dolly Sods hiking (high ground so no mud!). It’s a great place to chill and explore.The big negative: the house was so dirty. The dishes in the cabinets were dirty, there was human hair literally on dishes and in pots. Hair stuck on the chairs and sofas that a quick vacuum would take care of. Mice droppings in the kitchen drawers. The kind of dust that shows neglect on wall hangings, furniture. So I’m torn. We LOVE the location and the basic vibe of the house, and I’m not a germaphobe—we had our dog and grandkids—we get messy too. But this was just neglect, which is frustrating to see given the house’s potential. The bathrooms were clean. I would recommend to a friend but be honest about the condition of the place.

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8/10 Good

A guest from Martinsburg, WV

28 July 2022

Great Trip for a Group of a Friends!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Even without AC, this house was overall a great place to be. I love the layout of the house and how comfortable the furniture is. The place DOES smell like dog, especially some of the beds, so make sure to have air freshener and plenty of laundry detergent to try to wash out the smell! Also, the hot tub is small (fits 4 comfortably) so be mindful of that. Many of the outlets do not actually work when you try to plug in devices. Otherwise, this place was a perfect getaway and close to many cool sites like Blackwater Falls! Would definitely visit again. :)

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4/10 Poor

Robert H.

20 July 2022

Facts

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 1. Bathroom off kitchen leaking water.2. Few window screens; those there are full of holes. With no air-conditioning this invited bugs.3.Several lights have bulbs that don't work.4. House is in run down condition, especially exterior.5. Down stairs bed room, bathroom, has missing towel bar.6. The house has mice in it (Observed).This house has great potential but appears to suffer from neglect.

8/10 Good

Betty W.

25 June 2022

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

Bear’s Lair Isn’t Bare

The location was perfect. No close neighbors and no noise. A little disappointed that several of the Eateries listed on the brochure were closed, but we found sufficient places to eat. The house was outdated, but we had everything we needed. Plenty of kitchen paraphernalia to cook most anything. Plenty of towels. The beds were very firm, downright hard. Wood was provided for the fireplace and fire pit. The jacuzzi and pool table were a hit. I would recommend this place for family getaways. I would caution people who have difficulty with stairs as the living room is sunken. Fans were provided, but we got hot a few times as there was no air conditioning.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana K., Jacksonville

24 Mar 2022

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

Walking distance to the ski resort

We had a great time at the cabin. The cabin is within walking distance to the Timberline ski resort. The cabin is a bit outdated but we had everything we needed and made it work. The property management office was great with communication. The hot tub and pool table need to be fixed or updated. The water wasn't too hot in the hot tub and no bubbles. We enjoyed it anyway. We enjoyed the pool table even though it's a bit beat up The pool table room had a hole from prior folks but it can be easily fixed. The house does need some Paint and newer kitchen cabinets and it would attract a lot more folks. Loved the fire place outside. 2 gentlemen brought plenty of wood to burn. We had snow slays that the kids enjoyed playing with. The washer and dryer worked great. Plenty of TVs and channels to watch from Great location. Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

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8/10 Good

lindy m.

2 Feb 2022

Family Ski Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay at Bear's Lair. The first being in 2010. The house needs some TLC but it's a cozy fun place. Well stocked with all the things a good mountain house needs. Hot tub needs replaced and as mentioned in an earlier comment, the beds are a bit firm so if you like a softer feel you'll need to pack accordingly.

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Silver Spring, MD

28 Dec 2021

Wonderful Christmas at Bear’s Lair!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 9of us (7 adults and 2 young children) enjoyed a wonderful pre-Christmas ski week at Bear’s Lair. The house was perfect for our three-generation family — spacious public space, a dining table large enough to accommodate us, a big well-designed kitchen, bonus game room, and an almost perfect bedroom/bathroom arrangement (oldest single child had to adjoin room with nephews and share bathroom — not truly a hardship). Beautiful secluded location five minutes from Timberline ski lodge. The owners surprised us with a decorated Christmas tree. Along with a big fireplace that assured a festive holiday.House was very clean. Other reviews have noted certain things that could use shoring up or even total renovation, and we experienced the same: pool table is beat, hot tub jets don’t work, faucet in mater bathroom sink bizarrely located, shower diverted in master bath only semi-functional, etc. none of it mattered because the snow on the mountain was great and we were gathered together in a beautiful space. Owner’s most recent entry I. Guestbook indicates they will begin renovations this spring so we expect all those nits to be fixed. Great property. Grateful for the chance to experience it.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

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8/10 Good

A guest from South Charleston, WV

1 Dec 2021

Thanksgiving Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When we arrived we found that the house was smaller than the pics depicted but that was ok, it was still spacious for 10 people. The house needed a good cleaning on the floors, windows, & showers, cobwebs and dust was everywhere. Water damage on ceilings, some inconsiderate guest threw their cigarette butts on the front porch, in the flower pot out front as well as the umbrella holder. In all nothing I couldn't clean on my own which I did. This has nothing to do with the home itself just the cleaning staff. Also seems they have new beds, they are extra firm and feel like you're sleeping on a concrete slab, after the first night we ran to Walmart got 3" memory foam Mattress Pads. It was just fine after that. We will def rent again and if need be clean it again to our expectations, it was a very nice place and worth the little bit we had to do.

6/10 Okay

Brenda S.

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fair

The location is wonderful but the house was not clean. The owners had stayed days before us and the floors were dirty with food on them they left coffee grounds in the pot. The amount of dust and dirt on ceiling fan and various vents was awful. For such a nice home I would expect the owners to take more pride in their home.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

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8/10 Good

Robert Z.

24 Aug 2021

Canaan Valley Fun

6/10 Okay

Glen C.

20 June 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

neat spot.

Loved the location and privacy of this property - very pleasant yard and deck. Bathrooms and plumbing could use major improvements due to showers not functioning well. Hot tub was lackluster and seemed to be functioning at about half its capacity. Overall though really neat spot and we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Troy R.

12 Apr 2021

Bear's Lair Is A Great Stay

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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M., Washington, DC

10 Mar 2021

Great space for a relaxed WV ski visit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We would definitely rent this property again. The 'great room' is such a nice space: big window views of the woods (with no visible neighbors); lovely stone fireplace; good seating for hanging out, playing games, and watching movies. The kitchen had a nice layout for cooking and hanging out and was decently equipped. Bedrooms were all a fine size (two very large, two normal). Bathrooms were nothing special but perfectly fine. We loved having the large mudroom to keep our ski equipment, boots etc. And the hot tub was such a nice perk. Of course, the proximity to Timberline and Canaan Valley skiing was great. The kids enjoyed the abundance of bears in the home (paintings, figurines, toy animals). There was a nice collection of stuff for kids (e.g., books, movies, games, puzzles). Also, we really appreciated having a free landline to use, as your Verizon cell phones were useless in the mountains. Any downsides? A few of us found the beds to be a bit uncomfortable, though this is a subjective thing. Also, there didn't seem to be a binder with info and recommendations about dining, groceries, recreation etc., which is something we've seen in a number of similar rentals. Finally, I'll note that the property may be best for folks who are not expecting perfection. The home was decently clean, but not immaculate. Some of the furnishings are a bit shabby. People who are relaxed and focused on having a good time won't care about this stuff, but those who like more of a luxe experience might be dissatisfied with these details.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021