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Black Bear A-Frame Waterfront Log Cabin with Hot Tub Jacuzzi
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Harpers Ferry, IA
- Waukon Junction Wildlife Area
- Effigy Mounds National Monument12 min drive
- Yellow River State Forest19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Loft
1 Queen Bed
Lower Level Bedroom
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Black Bear A-Frame Waterfront Log Cabin with Hot Tub Jacuzzi
Black Bear is a 3 Bedroom 2 bath, hand built, full log, A-Frame Cabin with outdoor Hot Tub Jacuzzi available year round. The cabin is located a few miles south of Harpers Ferry and nestled in the woods beside Mississippi River with gorgeous views of Paint Creek down below. Surrounding the property is 8,000 acres of the Yellow River State Forest, with miles of hiking, biking trails, and horseback riding trails. Being very secluded and private with top notch trout fishing just beyond the front doorstep.
This log Cabin features an A-Frame open floor plan with wood stove and windows overlooking the deck and stream below. Perfect for viewing deer, other wildlife and birds.
The Cabin Includes…
Full Log Hand Built A-Frame Design
Hot Tub Jacuzzi outside on lower Patio.
Fully stocked kitchen with Coffee Maker, Microwave, Pots/Pans, Dishes, and etc.
Wood Stove/Fireplace
65″ Flat Screen TV Upstairs
65″ Flat Screen TV Downstairs
Central Heat & AC
1 Queen size bed in Upper Loft
King Bed in Master Bedroom on Main Floor
1 Bedroom on lower level with King Bed
2 Full bathrooms
2nd living room area on Lower Level with pullout Hideabed sofa
Large Upper Level deck
Paint Creek flows just below the cabin
Firepit for Campfire (Bring your own Firewood or we can deliver for a fee)
Miles & Miles of Great Hiking
Nestled Beside Yellow River State Forest
Very Private & Secluded
4-wheel or at least AWD drive vehicle recommended for driveway especially during winter months
Large parking area up by the cabin
The scenic Yellow River just a few miles away.
*****Due to staff shortage & lack of a Large Laundry facility we currently have the cleaning fee discounted for renters to bring their own SHEETS, TOWELS, & PILLOWCASES or we may be able provide in certain situations for an extra fee.
**Large Load of firewood can be delivered for $25 fee
*Bring your own propane tank for grill or you can fill the one we there if it gets low
This log Cabin features an A-Frame open floor plan with wood stove and windows overlooking the deck and stream below. Perfect for viewing deer, other wildlife and birds.
The Cabin Includes…
Full Log Hand Built A-Frame Design
Hot Tub Jacuzzi outside on lower Patio.
Fully stocked kitchen with Coffee Maker, Microwave, Pots/Pans, Dishes, and etc.
Wood Stove/Fireplace
65″ Flat Screen TV Upstairs
65″ Flat Screen TV Downstairs
Central Heat & AC
1 Queen size bed in Upper Loft
King Bed in Master Bedroom on Main Floor
1 Bedroom on lower level with King Bed
2 Full bathrooms
2nd living room area on Lower Level with pullout Hideabed sofa
Large Upper Level deck
Paint Creek flows just below the cabin
Firepit for Campfire (Bring your own Firewood or we can deliver for a fee)
Miles & Miles of Great Hiking
Nestled Beside Yellow River State Forest
Very Private & Secluded
4-wheel or at least AWD drive vehicle recommended for driveway especially during winter months
Large parking area up by the cabin
The scenic Yellow River just a few miles away.
*****Due to staff shortage & lack of a Large Laundry facility we currently have the cleaning fee discounted for renters to bring their own SHEETS, TOWELS, & PILLOWCASES or we may be able provide in certain situations for an extra fee.
**Large Load of firewood can be delivered for $25 fee
*Bring your own propane tank for grill or you can fill the one we there if it gets low
Property manager
Cory
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Harpers Ferry
Harpers Ferry is home to this cabin. Effigy Mounds National Monument and Marquette Depot Museum & Information Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Crawford Museum and Villa Louis. Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun Park are also worth visiting.
Harpers Ferry, IA
What's nearby
- Noble's Island - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Effigy Mounds National Monument - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
- Yellow River State Forest - 19 min drive - 19.1 km
- Villa Louis - 53 min drive - 40.2 km
- St. Feriole Island Park - 59 min drive - 41.3 km
Restaurants
- Spillway Supper Club - 9 min drive
- Winneshiek Bar & Grill - 23 min drive
- Winneshiek Marina - 23 min drive
- Spring Lake Inn - 25 min drive
- Falling Rock Bar & Bait Shop - 32 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
8.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Brenda H.
3 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice, private cabin
Brenda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Miguel P.
30 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great place
Miguel P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Bob W.
23 February 2025
Liked: Location
Nice winter getaway
Bob W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Jared H.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Jared H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Wyatt J.
7 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin that could use a few upgrades
Wyatt J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eric M.
27 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Eric M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Pam L.
25 October 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pam L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
James S.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ko X.
6 September 2024
Ko X.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather S.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black bear cabin
Heather S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Cory

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