Tucked in the mountains, this cabin offers water views from every window. It accommodates 4 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Relax on the patio, and enjoy the pet-friendly environment. Explore nearby Gross Orchard and the Peaks of Otter Recreation Area for outdoor adventures.
Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Deck or patio
Internet access
Fireplace
Explore the area
Bedford, VA
Gross Orchard
Place, Gross Orchard
‪13 min drive‬
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
Place, Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
‪25 min drive‬
National D-Day Memorial
Place, National D-Day Memorial
‪27 min drive‬
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
‪50 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
About this property
The Black Bear Lodge
Nestled at the foot of the Peaks of Otter, our cozy creek-side retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. With a fully-equipped kitchen, tranquil bedroom, and outdoor fireplace, it's the perfect escape for nature lovers. Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the rushing creek below. Book now to experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Our cozy cabin features a private master bedroom. The two twin beds have a low ceiling in the loft and are accessible via ladder only. This arrangement may not be comfortable or safe depending on age and dimensions of guests so use at your own discretion. The couch is also a very suitable sleeping option.
Kitchen has apartment size (4 burner) stove, toaster oven, microwave and full-size fridge. Keurig with coffee. Pots, pans, plates & cups. Bathroom is stocked with towels, wash clothes, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, first aid kit and hair dryer.
Cellular service is very limited in this area. US Cellular has very weak signal and no other carriers are available. Make sure to note the Wi-Fi SSID and password ahead of your trip. Wi-Fi calling works very well but may need to be enabled in the settings of your device.
Outside, you will find a large, lit covered patio with stone fireplace overlooking Overstreet Creek with the base of Headforemost Mountain beyond.
Overstreet Creek is a native trout stream in a fairly remote and heavily wooded area. The creek attracts an abundance of critters, pests, and dangerous wildlife so please be careful - this is their home too.
Our property has rocky, uneven terrain and our landscaping is a work in progress. Feel free to dip your feet in or cast a line at your own risk!
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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
This property accepts cash
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Bedford
Located in Bedford, this cabin is in the mountains. Avenel Historic Home and Elks National Home are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Peaks of Otter Winery and Falling Creek Park. Gross Orchard and Bower Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 25.3 km
Falling Creek Park - 25 min drive - 29.5 km
National D-Day Memorial - 27 min drive - 28.9 km
Peaks of Otter Winery - 28 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
‪Peaks of Otter Lodge - ‬26 min drive
‪Peaks of Otter Lodge Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
‪Gross A J and Sons - ‬10 min drive
‪The Pig & The Pineapple - ‬18 min drive
‪Peaks Bar & Lounge - ‬23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Black Bear Lodge pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Black Bear Lodge?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Bear Lodge on 30 September 2026 start from NZ$889, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at The Black Bear Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Black Bear Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Black Bear Lodge located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Jefferson National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Gross Orchard and Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Claytor Nature Study Center and Peaks of Otter Visitor Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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This is an awesome property!! It was perfect for our getaway!! We LOVED sitting by the outdoor fireplace while watching the creek. We would definitely love to come back again!! The cabin was clean and well stocked with basic supplies. The host was very responsive to our questions. We appreciated the firewood and not having a huge to do list before leaving.
Everything about our stay was perfect. The property is very clean and super comfy. We enjoyed the beautiful porch and the cabin was supplied with everything we needed. We will be back to stay again soon!
Absolutely beautiful cabin and scenery. Very private and out of the way, which was great for our honeymoon. The only things that I would have any complaint about:The lack of a television. That should be pretty standard nowadays and it was a bit disappointing to not have one but we made do. There were fruit flies buzzing about the kitchen that we had to take care of by pouring bleach down the drain, and there were some other bugs, but that's pretty typical in an area like this. This cabin is pretty clean otherwise.
We had a great stay! The cabin was clean and cozy and was stocked with everything we needed. We really enjoyed using the deck and fireplace as well. Hope to come back sometime!
The host was very responsive and helpful..the lodge was warm and welcoming decorated for Christmas. The outdoor fireplace was spectacular..i will definitely come back
The Black Bear Lodge was exactly what we had been looking for! A private little spot on the creek! The house was clean and had high quality amenities to make you feel right at home. Brandy was amazing and very responsive. We are already planning to come back! Thank you so much!
Just Wow!! Beautiful scenery, the deck over the creek was pretty amazing! My two labs loved the creek. We roasted hot dogs, marshmallows and drove around the beautiful mountains. Hostess, is overgiving with extras, brought extra firewood over, cabin had k cups, soap and shampoo. Internet worked great, but even better to turn the phones off and enjoy!
The best part for me was the ease of renting and communicating with the owners. They always answered and emailed immediately, let us change our dates due to the January blizzard, made it so easy to check in and check out plus....drum roll....no chores at the end! Just close the door and go home. We did have a lovely stay with the creek giving us the sounds of a waterfall. Services were only 20 minutes away, too.
The area around the property is beautiful and the inside was clean and well stocked. They even had a book that had wifi info as well as an address for the closest grocery store/gas/pharmacy. Our whole family plus our dog has fun!
We just had a quick trip for one night, but it was everything we thought it would be and more. The bed was so comfortable and we loved sitting out on the deck with the fireplace listening to the creek. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
About the host
Hosted by Brandy
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests