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Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with curtains.
A bird near a body of water with branches overhead.
A small boat on a calm river surrounded by trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a wall clock, and a framed picture.
A serene forested area with a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and rocks.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Springville, AL
  • Place, Historic Springville House
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Alabama International Dragway
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Logan Martin Lake
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw

Bear Claw Treehouse is located on a 2 acre triangle bordered on the north by historic Big Canoe Creek. The treehouse is nestled into a group of trees with ground supports and easy access. There are several platforms around the property to enjoy the views. A canoe with vests and paddles are provided, the creek when normal is easily navigated up or down stream. A Creek Indian village known as Littafatchee was 1/2 mile up creek, DeSoto and his conquistadors rode thru here in 1540. Visit bearclawtreehouse.com for more info.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2526686vb
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

Ashville

Ashville is home to this cabin. Horse Pens 40 and Limestone Springs Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore H. Neely Henry Lake and Moody Municipal Park.
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Springville, AL

What's nearby

  • Historic Springville House - 11 min drive - 20.4 km
  • H. Neely Henry Lake - 19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Alabama International Dragway - 20 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Logan Martin Lake - 27 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Noccalula Falls Park - 30 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Peach Cobbler Factory - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw located?

Situated in Ashville, this cabin is within 16 miles (25 km) of Historic Springville House, H. Neely Henry Lake and Horse Pens 40. Alabama International Dragway and Woodland Bark are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Tree house

Great little spot quite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kimberly p.

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

Very Nice Get Away

An awesome place to hide away for a couple days. Private and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J D.

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

Weekend in Birmingham

This place is very charming. It's off the beaten path and that's a nice change of scenery for sure. This time of year, it was especially nice because of the cool weather. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed here in late March on a solo last-minute adventure. I truly had a wonderful time. Jim is a gracious host and excellent communicator.The real highlight of this experience is the amazing land that surrounds the treehouse. The area is perfect for relaxation. I highly recommend taking full advantage of the Nitefall porch as much as possible. All of the other seating areas are wonderful, too. The cold bottled water on the front porch, plentiful (and replenished) ice, and host-filled Tiki torches were all nice touches that greatly enhanced my experience. My experience was one that allowed me to be unplugged, refreshed, and very close to nature. I will absolutely be back in the future. Thanks, Jim, for a great stay and for being an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
thank you for the kind words i‘m glad you got the r and r you wanted thanks for checking out the bearclaw
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anton S.

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

Relaxing!

It’s a great spot on the creek, great fishing. Our granddaughter 3-1/2yo visited us and had a blast. Tree house is perfect for a getaway or staycation. We’re locals and really enjoyed ourselves.looking forward to booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2024
i’m so glad the fish were biting thanks for coming out to the bearclaw
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina Mia P.

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

Beautiful!! Cozy!!! Tiny get away!!

It rained during our time in this Adorable Treehouse. It was very Cozy. Communication was wonderful. It’s a Beautiful area!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Simple getaway in the woods

Lovely place with lovely views. Host was very nice and wanted to make sure we were good and had everything we needed. Couldn't ask for more
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
thanks guys i’m glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Wonderful semi offgrid

The little treehouse was amazing if you like off grid adventures. The owners are above and beyond accommodating and wonderful ppl. We will use them next time as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonathan w.

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

Picturesque

Wonderful visit and wonderful host. Peace and tranquility rural Alabama style. Will be back ASAP.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Congrats on your anniversary. So glad you chose the bearclaw to have your celebration. You guys are welcome back anytime. Thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was very peaceful. This was a unique experience and I highly recommend this to anyone that is looking to get away for a few nights to feel refreshed and renewed. Jim was an excellent host and was always just a phone call away when needed. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a magical get away. Loved the property, the quiet, the peace. Spent a whole day enjoying the canoe and fishing, caught some kitty cats, huge brim, large mouth striped bass, we were gentle and let them go. Enjoyed all the different platforms around the property. The tree house was magical also. And of course James was wonderful. Highly recommended. Next time i hope to enjoy the fire pit, just too hot this time. With the land so wooded didnt realize it was 90 on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
So glad you enjoyed your adventure the quiet filled with the sounds of nature are very good for the soul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Precious B.

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

Serene

Thos property was great, once we asjusted to the toliet and shower situation, lol. No but seriously...I cant say enough great things about James and the property. He was extremely helpful and so responsive no matter how many times i messaged him. The property was very clean, secluded, PEACEFUL, and charming. My only wish is that we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
thanks guys i hope the spirit of the bearclaw brings you back for a longer stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First- I saw the low review below and can say that the person had no idea what they were talking about. I read the listing AND the website- it was fully up front about the property being somewhat off grid.We stopped here briefly on our way back home. It was such a wonderful experience! I would definitely go back. The translucent roof was amazing. The creek is absolutely peaceful. I loved sitting out there that evening/next morning just listening to the birds. There are all the creature comfort amenities you need inside the house (coffee maker, wifi, microwave, toaster oven). The decorations in the house are fun- we felt like every time we looked at the wall, we found something new and interesting. This is kind of close to a busy road during the day so be mindful if you have dogs with poor recall. I'm already discussing coming here for a girl's weekend! Thank you James!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
thanks for adding balance to my friends reveiw below i’m honored by your grasp of what this property is meant to be please come back when you can ps i responded earlier but vrbo’s communication is a little clunky so in case the first one didn‘t come through☮️🦅🛶
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tanner H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We did not stay. I should have trusted my gut with the blurry pictures but the reviews changed my mind. The cabin is one tiny room. No counter space in the kitchen and only a curtain dividing the bathroom from the rest of the cabin. After looking around we noticed there is NO running water or indoor plumbing. You can pee only in the bathroom and there’s an outhouse for your other business. I contacted the owner the next morning for a refund due to there was no mention in the description that there was no running water. He said it did mention “semi off grid” in the description but I read it twice and could not find anything. He did refund my money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
You can trust the 5 star reviews, here and elsewhere. Bearclaw Treehouse is a wilderness retreat like no other. Systems are in place that overcome the lack of running water. So…if you want to feel the Spirit of a land that has had humans walking here for over 1500 years, come see us.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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