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Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dayton, VA
  • Place, Bluestone Vineyard
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Dayton Farmers Market
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, James Madison University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Primary bedroom with en suite main level

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU

Up a long and windy drive at the top of a small mountain, find Bear Villa, a three- story cabin with a large front yard, two back decks and a front porch with mountain views. Upon entering, find a large living room, kitchen, master bedroom and children's room with bunkbeds on the main floor, plus one and a half bathrooms and a laundry area. Upstairs are two bedrooms with a shared full bathroom. The lowest level features a large common space with a large dining room table, kitchenette, and second living room, a bedroom and a full bathroom. SATELLITE WIFI ONLY-good for connecting your phone and checking email...not suitable for zoom or gaming (there is an unavoidable lag time with Satellite WiFi). Please note: Absolutely no hunting or gatherings of more than the 10 persons staying on the reservation. Violators will be asked to leave and will result in immediate forfeiture of the remainder of your stay. Noise monitoring equipment on site. Guests have use of cabin and front yard, pavilion, and fire pit area.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
-Leave used beds unmade -Hang up any wet towels
-Remove any overflowing kitchen trash and place it in the basement mudroom bins
-Walk the entire cabin and make sure all windows and doors are closed and securely locked.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties or hunting on this property.

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

Dayton

Located in Dayton, this cabin is in the mountains. Bluestone Vineyard and Explore More Discovery Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Natural Chimneys and Memorial Stadium. Labyrinth and Artisans Courtyard are also worth visiting.
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Map
Dayton, VA

What's nearby

  • Bluestone Vineyard - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Dayton Farmers Market - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Shenandoah Heritage Market - 19 min drive - 22.5 km
  • James Madison University - 21 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Rockingham Fairgrounds - 21 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pano's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Montezuma Ruritan Park Baseball Field - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪CNM Market & Deli - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dry River Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hall of Fame Sports Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Villa Lodge-Sleeps 10 comfortably, nature galore, about 25 mins to JMU located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Bluestone Vineyard, Dayton Farmers Market and Labyrinth. The Heritage Museum and Artisans Courtyard are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Clean and such a great establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful getaway. Can’t recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci E.

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

Adorable Log Cabin

Very sweet quintessential log cabin in a beautiful rural part of Virginia!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

A perfect quiet escape

We stayed here for a long weekend to enjoy the nearby hiking and enjoy a relaxing and quiet stay. The cabin was amazing. Very well appointed, and the layout suited our large group extremely well. The property is gorgeous, and we all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Beautiful and peaceful location

Wonderful home in a gorgeous setting. Perfect for our daughter’s graduation from JMU.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Cozy Cabin

We stayed here for JMU Family Weekend. It's approx 25 min drive from campus. The property was amazing and had everything you needed. The host is easy to communicate with and made sure our stay was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

We had a wonderful time in this gorgeous cabin! Didn't want to leave! The property is amazing!

The Bear Villa was amazing! My family had a wonderful time! The host was amazing. We enjoyed every second we were there and hope to return! You won't regret staying in this AMAZING home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Hi Tammy! It was so wonderful hosting you and your group. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Beautiful log cabin

We rented this lovely house for our daughter’s graduation from JMU. Plenty of space for everyone and not far (about 20 minutes) from Harrisonburg. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a place to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ayi M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great communication, it's family-friendly, the only thing is that it could be cleaner! There is no internet on the TV in the bedrooms, only in the living room. Also, some items in the kitchen should be replaced.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Spacious home

This is a spacious home on a meticulously landscaped property. The setting is beautiful and we listened to the birds sing and owl hooting as we sat on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2022
We are so glad you found the cabin to be comfortable and peaceful! Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott-Heather W.

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

Fantastic birthday weekend!

We had a lovely time at Bear Villa with a group of friends to celebrate my 50th birthday. The cabin was very rustic but modern, well decorated, and the owner had taken care to label various cabinets and light switches. The out door space was great. There was a lovely fire pit area and a picnic area with a big grill. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

We met a Bear!

Our family had a lovely stay at this home. The kids loved all the bear themed items including the bear, named "Baloo!". He kept watch over us as he is perched on one of the rafters. The fire pit was a hit and worked well for smore's. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva B.

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

JMU Graduation Weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property to others. The cabin is beautiful inside and out. There are nice areas outside such as the fire pit and picnic areas. The kitchen was very well stocked and we had everything we needed and more. The decor was adorable especially since it’s a log cabin and there are decorative bears everywhere. There were tons of movies and a pool table. The linens were very nice and some of the rooms had white noise machines. The drive to campus was about 30 minutes. We were happily surprised that the host had decorated for Christmas. We felt so welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Adrienne Murray

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Hi! Welcome to Bear Village! My name is Adrienne and I am happy to be your hostess. My spouse and I have three children and love traveling and the outdoors.

What makes this property unique

Bear Villa is a beautiful property situated at the top of a small mountain. It is steeped in beauty. The sounds of the birds, the colors of fall and spring, and the immense history drew us to the area. We live spending time here with our family and we hope you will too!

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