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Bear Necessities

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A red cabin with a stone facade, large windows, and a front porch with outdoor seating.
A lodge with a red exterior, a porch with outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, wooden flooring, and a kitchen area with bar stools.
A wooden dining table with a wine bottle, a candle labeled "WINE," and a cheese platter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Feels like home
    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Vesuvius, VA
  • Place, George Washington National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Horse Center
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Master

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Vesuvius

Located in Vesuvius, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boxerwood Gardens and Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve, while George C. Marshall Museum and Lee Chapel and Museum are cultural highlights. Stonewall Jackson Grave and Lenfest Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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Map
Vesuvius, VA

What's nearby

  • George Washington National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 25 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Virginia Horse Center - 26 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Washington and Lee University - 26 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Virginia Safari Park - 37 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Farm Products - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Leisure Time Bar and Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • Oog for the best

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Necessities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Bear Necessities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Necessities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Necessities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Necessities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from George Washington National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Glen Maury Park and Southern Virginia University. Virginia Military Institute is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was very cute, clean, and in a great location in the woods. Nice stream near the house. We enjoyed our stay and would return, Note, only wifi cell service available, download directions to home in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Everything we needed for enjoyable weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property Great Location

What a great holiday..thank you for making us feel at home❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home Away From Home

Such a wonderful getaway with excellent provisions! We loved the privacy, comfy accommodations, and overall experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just a beautiful stay

The setting says it all!! It’s the lovely spot you will wish for! The creek is perfect for children to play in and the walk through the woods is gorgeous! The cabin was very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed our time here very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home base…

We loved Bear Necessities! We used it for a base camp during W&L graduation week. Our family loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
Thanks so much for staying come back and stay with us any time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great location

This cabin has everything you could need to get away. My kids played in the creek out front of the cabin. It was a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
Thanks so much for staying and we look forward to having you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

This was a beautiful cabin with access to the creek. The cabin was well stocked with linens and was very tidy. Internet was great for the location! The owner was quick to respond when we had questions about the heat. Overall, it was an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

We loved this property! The cabin is super clean and very cute - the pictures don’t do it justice. Remote getaway for folks looking for some peace and quiet. Lovely breweries and vineyards nearby. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic getaway

Could not have asked for a better stay. Pictures did not do it justice. Beautiful place with everything you need. Absolutely wonderful in every way. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fly fishing fun vacation

We had a wonderful time. The house was “bleary” cheerful and so comfortable. The setting was peaceful and the stream so close. Caught some native trout and had such a restful vacation. We plan on a return trip in the autumn. Thank you!! And the food was delectable!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely cabin in the forest

This is just the place we needed to get away and spend quality time with kids & nature. Fishing, hiking, and 4x4. The cabin had everything we needed and was very comfortable and decorated so nice. The area surrounding the cabin was beautiful; we spent loads of time outside at the fire pit one night and fishing all around the stream just steps from door.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home

We were so happy with everything about our stay at Bear Necessities. This is a beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean home. It is nestled in the woods and has a beautiful outdoor gathering space with a gas grill, fire pit table and dining table. An easy beautiful drive to Lexington (25 minutes, but seemed faster) made it perfect for Parents Weekend at VMI.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful mountain cabin

The property was well maintained, clean, and in a quiet secluded location with a creek running nearby. A few other cabins are on the property, but it was a peaceful location for a short weekend get away with the family. Kids loved playing in the creek, we were greeted by the neighborhood dog, and ventured out to all the hot spots in the area. Hosts were responsive and very friendly. Will definitely look into a stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility

You could not ask for a more beautiful setting. The fall colors as a backdrop to this great cabin were stunning. The house is beautifully and comfortably decorated. We loved the outdoor gas fire table. This is our second stay and we will be back. We recommended this home for any VMI family as it is a quick beautiful drive to post and a peaceful respite for your cadet, with a permit if course.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin getaway!

This beautiful cabin exceeded our expectations. The pictures don’t do it justice. Two sets of families in one home and we had everything we needed from king-size bed, additional two comfy large pull out beds in two separate rooms for privacy, fully stocked kitchen, extra toiletries, and plenty of linen and blankets. The propane gas fireplace was the highlight of our evenings. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2022
Thanks so much for staying, you are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a BEARY wonderful place!

This cabin in the woods was perfect for our family as we were in Lexington celebrating my son's graduation from VMI. The kitchen had everything we needed, including spices for our hamburgers :) Linens were clean and comfy. The outdoors was amazing! Sitting outside while listening to the creek was very relaxing. Despite the fact that you won't have a cell signal, there is wifi and a landline. I wish I had found this place earlier because we would have definitely stayed here on football weekends!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2023
Thanks for staying with us. You are welcome back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay!

A beautiful property in a beautiful part of the world. The house is charming and comfortable and the host is immediately responsive to any questions you might have. Definitely worth a visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding stay!

The cabin is WAY nicer than the photos. Everything was clean, convenient, and well maintained, with spotless bathrooms and kitchen and luxurious linens. The grounds around the house are well tended and the creek is delightful. A neighbor’s dog accompanied us on walks and helped socialize our anxious rescues. Although it was just the two of us, this house would also be perfect for a family with kids. The internet was as good as promised and we were able to work and attend video meetings. There’s a shortcut to the Blue Ridge Parkway if you turn right from the house with excellent hiking. I wish we were going back next weekend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2022 get away

My husband and I along with our yellow Lab wanted a nice remote getaway near water. The cabin was everything we asked for and more. The dog couldn't stay away from the creek. We have never slept so well. The owner was very welcoming and helpful, It was a great mini vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice secluded getaway

Nice secluded vacation for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome !!

Great house , very clean , amazing location, house is an experience in itself . We will be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family getaway

Our family enjoyed fishing in the front yard, tubing and exploring the area. Perfect trip for our family and we enjoyed visiting the caverns nearby and the safari park. Great spring break trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Well appointed and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter stay

Very nice cabin, amenities and area! Look forward to going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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