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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Stevens, PA
- Horst Auction8 min drive
- Wolf Sanctuary of PA11 min drive
- Lititz Springs Park14 min drive
- Lancaster, PA (LNS)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Common area 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Black Bear Lodge @ MiddleCreek
This beautiful House sits just 1 mile outside of Hopeland in the small neighborhood of Clay. It features a Big front yard, as well as a deck with Big Back Yard, 3 bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, a Semi Stocked Kitchen, (Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room) is open area, with a office/den area to the side of Dining area. Bedroom # 1 has attached bathroom with a Whirlpool, and shower. Bath # 2 has Tub with shower, and is also where the washer & dryer is located. . Entire house and grounds is accessible to our guests except for the garage, and basement. An accessible and open floor plan is great for larger groups as well as small!
- Quiet Hours 11pm to 7am
- Eat food only in kitchen area
- No shoes in the house
- No Parties or Events without Prior Approval
- No illegal or Immoral Activities
- Children are welcome but "MUST" be supervised at all times. This not a child proof home. Supervision REQUIRED at ALL TIMES, You will be responsible for all damage and the safety of your children.
- Please Leave House as Found: Dishes Washed and all items put back in their place. Just leave the beds without making them.
- No additional overnight guests without prior approval.
- No pets on the property without prior approval and no pets in the house.
- If Smoking, Must be outside, and butts placed in receptacle on deck.
ACCESS IS BY KEYPAD ON FRONT DOOR. Approximately 1 day before your stay, I will send you the access code, and instructions on how to access the house.
- Quiet Hours 11pm to 7am
- Eat food only in kitchen area
- No shoes in the house
- No Parties or Events without Prior Approval
- No illegal or Immoral Activities
- Children are welcome but "MUST" be supervised at all times. This not a child proof home. Supervision REQUIRED at ALL TIMES, You will be responsible for all damage and the safety of your children.
- Please Leave House as Found: Dishes Washed and all items put back in their place. Just leave the beds without making them.
- No additional overnight guests without prior approval.
- No pets on the property without prior approval and no pets in the house.
- If Smoking, Must be outside, and butts placed in receptacle on deck.
ACCESS IS BY KEYPAD ON FRONT DOOR. Approximately 1 day before your stay, I will send you the access code, and instructions on how to access the house.
Property manager
Dale
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision REQUIRED at ALL TIMES
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No Pets on property without prior approval
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Must outside, place butts in receptacle on deck
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Stevens
Located in Stevens, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Eicher Arts Center and Thomas R. Brendel Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Green Dragon Farmer's Market and Root's Country Market & Auction. Manetas Park and High Sports Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Stevens, PA
What's nearby
- Horst Auction - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
- Wolf Sanctuary of PA - 11 min drive - 14.0 km
- Lititz Springs Park - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
- Wilbur Chocolate Company - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
- The Green Dragon Farmer's Market - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Burger King - 13 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 12 min drive
- JD's Pazzo Pizza - 12 min drive
- Fox Meadows Creamery - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian I.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Getaway
Brian I.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bailey K.
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Vrbo ever!!!
Bailey K.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristie M.
16 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the stay!
Kristie M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy D.
1 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
January getaway
Kathy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quilters ….going to the show!
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
KrackleJak
11 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy place!
KrackleJak
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steph P.
16 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get away
Steph P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
David and Lorri K.
1 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location at a great price.
David and Lorri K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mose N.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay while visiting Lancaster and surrounding areas
Mose N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Randy D.
23 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Randy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan and Liz F.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay!
Dan and Liz F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
6 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Chris S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bella P.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Bear Happiness
Bella P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
13 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lancaster Quilt Show - Fall
Nancy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie K.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Julie K.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria S.
25 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great vacation
Victoria S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joyce M.
17 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time.
Joyce M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle T.
26 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Michelle T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn K.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a comfy home
Kathryn K.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jadi F.
6 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Stay…
Jadi F.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ben P.
16 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't ask for better
Ben P.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
caitlin s.
2 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
caitlin s.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
18 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for Ren Faire
Matt M.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
12 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Quilt Trip 2024
Nancy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dale

LOCAL SHOPPING
Esbenshade's Garden Centers & Greenhouse
---- Approx. 3 miles---- https://www.esbenshades.com/
Hursh's Country Store
---- Approx. 2 miles---- https://hurshscountrystore.com/
Sharp Shopper Grocery Outlet
---- Approx. 5 miles---- http://www.sharpshopper.net/Sharp_Shopper_Ephrata.html
Martin's Country Market
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.martinscountrymarkets.com/
BB's Grocery Outlet
---- Approx. 8 miles---- http://www.bbsgrocery.com/
2 E 28th Division Hwy
---- 3 Miles ---- (13 - SPECIALTY SHOPS)----://www.brickervillehouseshops.com/
Mount Hope Estate & Winery
---- Approx. 14 Miles -- or 20 Min. ---- https://mounthope.estate/
Burkholder's Fabrics
---- Approx. 6 Miles or 10 Min. ----
https://burkfabric.net/
---- Approx. 22 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://www.shoprockvale.com/
----60 STORES TO VISIT----
Park City Center
---- Approx. 16 miles -- or 30 min-- https://www.parkcitycenter.com/en.html
160 Stores to visit
Kitchen Kettle Village
---- Approx. 20 Miles -- or 40 Min. ----https://www.kitchenkettle.com/index.asp
LOCAL PUBLIC PLACES
Elizabeth Township Community Park
---- Approx. 6 miles---- http://elizabethtownship.net/municipal-business/parks-and-recreations/
Horst Auctioneers
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.horstauction.com/ (EVERY WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON INTO EVENING) Some Saturdays
Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail
---- Approx. 8 miles---- https://www.traillink.com/trail/warwick-to-ephrata-rail-trail/
Hopeland Park
---- Approx. 1 mile ---- http://claytwp.com/subpage.php?link=parks
Snyder Community Park
---- Approx. 2 Miles ---- http://claytwp.com/subpage.php?link=parks
Middle Creek Kayak Rentals
---- Approx. 4 miles---- https://www.middlecreekkayak.com/
Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center
---- Approx. 1 mile ---- https://refreshingmountain.com/
Foxchase Golf Club
---- Approx. 10 miles---- https://foxchasegolf.com/
Ephrata
---- Approx. 7 miles---- https://ephratacloister.org/
Esbenshade's Garden Centers & Greenhouse
---- Approx. 3 miles---- https://www.esbenshades.com/
Hursh's Country Store
---- Approx. 2 miles---- https://hurshscountrystore.com/
Sharp Shopper Grocery Outlet
---- Approx. 5 miles---- http://www.sharpshopper.net/Sharp_Shopper_Ephrata.html
Martin's Country Market
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.martinscountrymarkets.com/
BB's Grocery Outlet
---- Approx. 8 miles---- http://www.bbsgrocery.com/
2 E 28th Division Hwy
---- 3 Miles ---- (13 - SPECIALTY SHOPS)----://www.brickervillehouseshops.com/
Mount Hope Estate & Winery
---- Approx. 14 Miles -- or 20 Min. ---- https://mounthope.estate/
Burkholder's Fabrics
---- Approx. 6 Miles or 10 Min. ----
https://burkfabric.net/
---- Approx. 22 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://www.shoprockvale.com/
----60 STORES TO VISIT----
Park City Center
---- Approx. 16 miles -- or 30 min-- https://www.parkcitycenter.com/en.html
160 Stores to visit
Kitchen Kettle Village
---- Approx. 20 Miles -- or 40 Min. ----https://www.kitchenkettle.com/index.asp
LOCAL PUBLIC PLACES
Elizabeth Township Community Park
---- Approx. 6 miles---- http://elizabethtownship.net/municipal-business/parks-and-recreations/
Horst Auctioneers
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.horstauction.com/ (EVERY WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON INTO EVENING) Some Saturdays
Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail
---- Approx. 8 miles---- https://www.traillink.com/trail/warwick-to-ephrata-rail-trail/
Hopeland Park
---- Approx. 1 mile ---- http://claytwp.com/subpage.php?link=parks
Snyder Community Park
---- Approx. 2 Miles ---- http://claytwp.com/subpage.php?link=parks
Middle Creek Kayak Rentals
---- Approx. 4 miles---- https://www.middlecreekkayak.com/
Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center
---- Approx. 1 mile ---- https://refreshingmountain.com/
Foxchase Golf Club
---- Approx. 10 miles---- https://foxchasegolf.com/
Ephrata
---- Approx. 7 miles---- https://ephratacloister.org/
Why they chose this property
LOCAL FOOD
Fox Meadows Creamery
---- Approx. 2 miles ---- https://www.foxmeadowscreamery.com/
Pizza Palace
---- Approx. 3 miles---- https://slicelife.com/restaurants/pa/lititz/17543/pizza-palace-lititz/menu?clientId=1107761194.1534448694&segment_id=7182867a-5c7c-446b-bdc9-21e27679c848
Brickerville House Family Restaurant
---- Approx. 5 miles---- http://brickervillehouserestaurant.com/
The Green Dragon
---- Approx. 10 miles---- https://www.greendragonmarket.com/
(ONLY OPEN FRIDAY)
Martin's Country Market
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.martinscountrymarkets.com/
Pepe's Pizza
---- Approx. 2 miles---- https://www.orderpepespizzamenu.com/
The Pretzel Hut
---- Approx. 7 miles---- https://pretzelhut.com/
(OPEN SEASONAL)
Lititz Family Cupboard Restaurant & Buffet
---- Approx. 13 Miles---- https://www.lititzfamilycupboard.com/
FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL on your Birthday
Wild Wings Pizza & Things
---- Approx. 8 miles ---- https://wildwingsandpizza.com/
Little Nicki's Pizza
---- Approx. 5 miles ----
https://www.ephratapizza.com/
Two Cousins Pizza Ephrata
---- Approx. 5 miles ---- https://www.twocousinsephrata.com/free-pizza
The Penguin Hotel
---- Approx. 2 miles ---- https://www.thepenguintavern.com/
K-Ville Hotel & Tavern
---- Approx. 4 miles ----http://thekville.com/
Udder Choice
---- Approx. 4 miles ---- https://theudderchoice.co/
Cloister Restaurant
---- Approx. 6 miles ---- https://cloisterrestaurant.com/
---- Approx. 15 miles---- https://www.rootsmarket.com/
(ONLY OPEN TUESDAY)
Shady Maple Smorgasbord
---- Approx. 16 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://www.shady-maple.com/smorgasbord
FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL on your Birthday
Fox Meadows Creamery
---- Approx. 2 miles ---- https://www.foxmeadowscreamery.com/
Pizza Palace
---- Approx. 3 miles---- https://slicelife.com/restaurants/pa/lititz/17543/pizza-palace-lititz/menu?clientId=1107761194.1534448694&segment_id=7182867a-5c7c-446b-bdc9-21e27679c848
Brickerville House Family Restaurant
---- Approx. 5 miles---- http://brickervillehouserestaurant.com/
The Green Dragon
---- Approx. 10 miles---- https://www.greendragonmarket.com/
(ONLY OPEN FRIDAY)
Martin's Country Market
---- Approx. 5 miles---- https://www.martinscountrymarkets.com/
Pepe's Pizza
---- Approx. 2 miles---- https://www.orderpepespizzamenu.com/
The Pretzel Hut
---- Approx. 7 miles---- https://pretzelhut.com/
(OPEN SEASONAL)
Lititz Family Cupboard Restaurant & Buffet
---- Approx. 13 Miles---- https://www.lititzfamilycupboard.com/
FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL on your Birthday
Wild Wings Pizza & Things
---- Approx. 8 miles ---- https://wildwingsandpizza.com/
Little Nicki's Pizza
---- Approx. 5 miles ----
https://www.ephratapizza.com/
Two Cousins Pizza Ephrata
---- Approx. 5 miles ---- https://www.twocousinsephrata.com/free-pizza
The Penguin Hotel
---- Approx. 2 miles ---- https://www.thepenguintavern.com/
K-Ville Hotel & Tavern
---- Approx. 4 miles ----http://thekville.com/
Udder Choice
---- Approx. 4 miles ---- https://theudderchoice.co/
Cloister Restaurant
---- Approx. 6 miles ---- https://cloisterrestaurant.com/
---- Approx. 15 miles---- https://www.rootsmarket.com/
(ONLY OPEN TUESDAY)
Shady Maple Smorgasbord
---- Approx. 16 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://www.shady-maple.com/smorgasbord
FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL on your Birthday
What makes this property unique
PA Ren Faire
---- Approx. 12 miles---- http://www.parenfaire.com/
Clyde Martin Memorial Speedway
---- Approx. 4 miles---- http://www.clydemartinspeedway.com/
SATURDAY NIGHTS ONLY
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster
---- Approx. 13 miles ---- https://www.handsonhouse.org/
Funny Farm Petting Zoo
North 4/10th Mile to (Mountain Spring Rd) on left, then over bridge, and it will be on your right, take your Quarters, and you can buy food to feed the animals
Address is 10 Mountain Spring Rd Stevens, Pa 17578
Hersheypark
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://www.hersheypark.com/
Dutch Wonderland
---- Approx. 20 miles -- or 34 min ---- https://www.dutchwonderland.com/
Sight & Sound Theatres
---- Approx. 21 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://www.sight-sound.com/
Hershey's Chocolate World
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 45 min ---- https://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld/en_us/home.html
Roundtop Mountain Resort
---- Approx. 53 miles -- or 1 hour ---- https://www.skiroundtop.com/
Maple Grove Raceway
---- Approx. 20 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://maplegroveraceway.com/
Buck Motorsports Park
---- Approx. 34 miles -- or 50 min ---- https://www.buckmotorsports.com/
Strasburg Rail Road
---- Approx. 23 miles -- or 45 min ---- https://www.strasburgrailroad.com/
Lancaster Science Factory
----Approx. 19 miles -- or 30 min ---- https://www.lancastersciencefactory.org/
Amish Experience
--- Approx. 19 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://amishexperience.com/vip-tour/
Hershey Gardens
---- Approx. 26 Miles -- or 40 Min.---- https://www.hersheygardens.org/
Koziar's Christmas Village
---- Approx. 17 Miles -- or 30 Min. ---- https://koziarschristmasvillage.com/
Echo Dell Indian Echo Caverns
---- Approx. 29 Miles -- or 45 Min.----https://indianechocaverns.com/
Kreider Farms
---- Approx. 14 Miles -- or 25 Minutes ----
https://www.kreiderfarms.com/farm-tour/
ZooAmerica
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 40 min ----
https://www.zooamerica.com
---- Approx. 12 miles---- http://www.parenfaire.com/
Clyde Martin Memorial Speedway
---- Approx. 4 miles---- http://www.clydemartinspeedway.com/
SATURDAY NIGHTS ONLY
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster
---- Approx. 13 miles ---- https://www.handsonhouse.org/
Funny Farm Petting Zoo
North 4/10th Mile to (Mountain Spring Rd) on left, then over bridge, and it will be on your right, take your Quarters, and you can buy food to feed the animals
Address is 10 Mountain Spring Rd Stevens, Pa 17578
Hersheypark
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://www.hersheypark.com/
Dutch Wonderland
---- Approx. 20 miles -- or 34 min ---- https://www.dutchwonderland.com/
Sight & Sound Theatres
---- Approx. 21 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://www.sight-sound.com/
Hershey's Chocolate World
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 45 min ---- https://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld/en_us/home.html
Roundtop Mountain Resort
---- Approx. 53 miles -- or 1 hour ---- https://www.skiroundtop.com/
Maple Grove Raceway
---- Approx. 20 miles -- or 35 min ---- https://maplegroveraceway.com/
Buck Motorsports Park
---- Approx. 34 miles -- or 50 min ---- https://www.buckmotorsports.com/
Strasburg Rail Road
---- Approx. 23 miles -- or 45 min ---- https://www.strasburgrailroad.com/
Lancaster Science Factory
----Approx. 19 miles -- or 30 min ---- https://www.lancastersciencefactory.org/
Amish Experience
--- Approx. 19 miles -- or 40 min ---- https://amishexperience.com/vip-tour/
Hershey Gardens
---- Approx. 26 Miles -- or 40 Min.---- https://www.hersheygardens.org/
Koziar's Christmas Village
---- Approx. 17 Miles -- or 30 Min. ---- https://koziarschristmasvillage.com/
Echo Dell Indian Echo Caverns
---- Approx. 29 Miles -- or 45 Min.----https://indianechocaverns.com/
Kreider Farms
---- Approx. 14 Miles -- or 25 Minutes ----
https://www.kreiderfarms.com/farm-tour/
ZooAmerica
---- Approx. 27 miles -- or 40 min ----
https://www.zooamerica.com
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