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Bear Cub Cabin: An Enchanted Sanctuary
Cabin in West Burke with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 383.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Bald Hill Pond
- Place, Mount Pisgah
- Place, Lake Willoughby
- Airport, Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Bear Cub Cabin: An Enchanted Sanctuary
Need to unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature? Perhaps a romantic getaway? Retreat to our 900 sq. ft. cabin nestled in 22 acres of the Northeast Kingdom's most magical forest. Wander the enchanted trails, dip your toes in Job's Pond, or take a short drive to scenic Lake Willoughby. Indoors, take in the natural views, relax in the meditation space, stargaze on the balcony, or just nap by the wood stove. Bear Cub invites you to breathe in and remember what inspires you.
Bear Cub Cabin was almost entirely built by the loving hands of a skilled carpenter, and you can feel it in every detail. The open-concept design of Bear Cub Cabin incorporates a fully equipped kitchen with a center island and an exposed beam ceiling as well as a spacious living area. In the winter months, cozy up to the warm glow of the heat stove, relax in the reading nook with the writings of Thoreau, or take a seat at the antique writing desk and let your pen follow your imagination back in time. The art and decor have been carefully selected to inspire and delight our guests, and include original woodcut prints and engravings from local artists as well as other whimsical touches and surprises.
Follow the spiral staircase up to the loft bedroom and sink into the luxurious linens of the queen-sized platform bed. Perhaps you'd like to start your mornings or end your days with quiet reflection time in the meditation space or venture out the French doors onto the balcony and listen to birds and the wind rustling the leaves.
While Bear Cub Cabin caters especially to natural views and experiences, we have installed a SmartTV in the loft bedroom in case you want to spend a rainy day relaxing with your favorite shows. A JVC Bluetooth speaker is onsite if you find yourself in need of some tunes. And the high-speed Starlink WIFI is robust if you need to take a Zoom call (although we hope you don't!) The brand new mini-split AC/Heating unit will keep the temperature right where you like it. For extra ambiance enjoy the gorgeous gas log heat stove.
**A full-size 4-wheel drive vehicle is a must for snow and mud seasons. The last 3 miles of the trip to Bear Cub Cabin are a gravel road. The road and the driveways are well maintained and regularly snow plowed but can get tricky at times with snow and ice conditions.
Please don't hesitate to ask if you have questions. We will do our best to accommodate you!
Bear Cub Cabin was almost entirely built by the loving hands of a skilled carpenter, and you can feel it in every detail. The open-concept design of Bear Cub Cabin incorporates a fully equipped kitchen with a center island and an exposed beam ceiling as well as a spacious living area. In the winter months, cozy up to the warm glow of the heat stove, relax in the reading nook with the writings of Thoreau, or take a seat at the antique writing desk and let your pen follow your imagination back in time. The art and decor have been carefully selected to inspire and delight our guests, and include original woodcut prints and engravings from local artists as well as other whimsical touches and surprises.
Follow the spiral staircase up to the loft bedroom and sink into the luxurious linens of the queen-sized platform bed. Perhaps you'd like to start your mornings or end your days with quiet reflection time in the meditation space or venture out the French doors onto the balcony and listen to birds and the wind rustling the leaves.
While Bear Cub Cabin caters especially to natural views and experiences, we have installed a SmartTV in the loft bedroom in case you want to spend a rainy day relaxing with your favorite shows. A JVC Bluetooth speaker is onsite if you find yourself in need of some tunes. And the high-speed Starlink WIFI is robust if you need to take a Zoom call (although we hope you don't!) The brand new mini-split AC/Heating unit will keep the temperature right where you like it. For extra ambiance enjoy the gorgeous gas log heat stove.
**A full-size 4-wheel drive vehicle is a must for snow and mud seasons. The last 3 miles of the trip to Bear Cub Cabin are a gravel road. The road and the driveways are well maintained and regularly snow plowed but can get tricky at times with snow and ice conditions.
Please don't hesitate to ask if you have questions. We will do our best to accommodate you!
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Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No 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
West Burke
West Burke is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Willoughby and Brighton State Park, while Island Pond Historical Society Museum and Vermont Children's Theater are cultural highlights.
Newark, VT
What's nearby
- Newark Pond - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
- Bald Hill Pond - 19 min drive - 9.1 km
- Mount Pisgah - 24 min drive - 24.8 km
- Lake Willoughby - 25 min drive - 26.6 km
- Burke Mountain Ski Area - 30 min drive - 30.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Three Branches Cafe - 17 min drive
- common Sense Cafe - 17 min drive
- American Legion Post #80 - 18 min drive
- Hobo's Restaurant - 17 min drive
- Jesse's Little Kitchen - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tina Berger
I live and work in the concrete and glass jungles of Houston, Texas. I love my city, my work, and my people, but I need wild spaces and alone time to remember who I am. I am also a lifelong traveler and enjoy being immersed in other cultures, languages, and approaches to life.
My fascination with personal growth and healing has led me to a lifelong study of individual and community consciousness practices, including yoga and meditation, wilderness rites of passage, and other ancient wisdom traditions. I'm also a fan of classic and contemporary poetry and the memoir.
My fascination with personal growth and healing has led me to a lifelong study of individual and community consciousness practices, including yoga and meditation, wilderness rites of passage, and other ancient wisdom traditions. I'm also a fan of classic and contemporary poetry and the memoir.
Why they chose this property
Our intention for Mandala Ridge Retreats (Bear Cub and Firefly Cabins) is to inspire our guests and provide opportunities to reconnect to the natural world, each other, and themselves. These cabins provide a way for us to both preserve and share the wild beauty and habitat of the Northeast Kingdom. We invite you to join us in deep respect and reverence for this land and all beings that inhabit it.
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