This vacation home offers space for 8 guests with 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. It features a deck, porch, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. The property is pet-friendly and located in a rural waterfront area, ideal for families. Nearby attractions include Southern Virginia University and Virginia Horse Center.
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.
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Vesuvius, VA
Virginia Military Institute
Place, Virginia Military Institute
25 min drive
Virginia Horse Center
Place, Virginia Horse Center
26 min drive
Washington and Lee University
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
About this property
Bear Necessities
Cozy Cabin minutes from Lexington or minutes from the Parkway, Endless Trails for hiking, hunting, creek for fishing along the entire property. 22 Acres of wooded property with trails to walk. Creek frontage with areas to relax with Fire Pitts & Gas/propane grill.
Entire Home but property may have other guest using creek.
Extra Amenities are Available for a fee *Stocked Creek for Fishing (certain times a year) *Stock Refrigerator with meals to eat from JJ's Meat Shak Restaurant Look up jjsmeatshak.com "Feed Yer Folks" for options or message any questions.
Minutes from Historic Downtown Lexington, The Virginia Horse Center, and Blueridge Parkway.
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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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
Southern Virginia University - 24 min drive - 23.5 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
VMI Museum - 26 min drive - 25.6 km
Getting around
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
Mountain View Farm Products - 27 min drive
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 does it cost to stay at Bear Necessities?
As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Necessities on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$834, 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.
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.
About the host
Hosted by Kendra Hamilton
"The Hamilton's" Kendra & Lew Hamilton are Rockbridge County Natives that own and operate multiple Businesses in the community. "Irish Creek is our Happy Place, Our slice of Heaven we want to share with others." This property is our pride and joy that we continue to grow and develop every year.
Why they chose this property
Irish Creek Crossings History of Irish Creek Crossings: Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and located in the beautiful Irish Creek Valley (Irish Creek Crossings) sets on 22 acres with stocked trout streams fronting most of the property. Mill Branch feeds Irish Creek and has its own Timber Frame Trout Farm available for private Stockings in Irish Creek. This Property offers 4 rentals: 1. Bear Necessities 2. Bear Den Cottage 3. Bearadise Glamping Luxury Tent 4. Bearly Thinkn ( Coming soon Fall 2022 ) Mill Branch pavilion that can be shared with any of these properties. All these properties are filled with amenities & privacy for your Mountain getaway.
The name of IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS came from the early 1900s Logging of the Irish Creek Valley . This valley had 50 miles of narrow gauge Railroad track stretching from Cornwall Va to Montebello Va built in 1919-1920. These Mountains had over 100 million board feet of timber Harvested that passed over the 50 miles of tracks . Sawmills sawed an estimated 80,000 bd ft a day which with today’s modern mills is still challenging. In this 50 miles of track the old Railroad crossed Irish Creek 8 times . IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS is the site on #6 & #7 crossings. Also on this 22acres was the former site of Tyree’s Grist Mill that ground corn and barley as it was told. IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS offers Mountain Getaways , Trout Fishing , Hunting , Hiking, Private parties and much more . We look forward to sharing these beautiful HISTORICAL Properties. Meet ya on the Mountain .
What makes this property unique
Irish Creek Crossings History of Irish Creek Crossings: Nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia and located in the beautiful Irish Creek Valley (Irish Creek Crossings) sets on 22 acres with stocked trout streams fronting most of the property. Mill Branch feeds Irish Creek and has its own Timber Frame Trout Farm available for private Stockings in Irish Creek. This Property offers 4 rentals: 1. Bear Necessities 2.Bear Den Cottage 3. Bearadise Glamping Luxury Tent 4. Bearly Thinkn ( Coming soon Fall 2022 ) Mill Branch pavilion that can be shared with any of these properties. All these properties are filled with amenities & privacy for your Mountain getaway.
The name of IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS came from the early 1900s Logging of the Irish Creek Valley . This valley had 50 miles of narrow gauge Railroad track stretching from Cornwall Va to Montebello Va built in 1919-1920. These Mountains had over 100 million board feet of timber Harvested that passed over the 50 miles of tracks . Sawmills sawed an estimated 80,000 bd ft a day which with today’s modern mills is still challenging. In this 50 miles of track the old Railroad crossed Irish Creek 8 times . IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS is the site on #6 & #7 crossings. Also on this 22acres was the former site of Tyree’s Grist Mill that ground corn and barley as it was told. IRISH CREEK CROSSINGS offers Mountain Getaways , Trout Fishing , Hunting , Hiking, Private parties and much more . We look forward to sharing these beautiful HISTORICAL Properties. Meet ya on the Mountain .