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Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains

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Our dock with one boat slip and a lift for a pontoon boat
Exterior
Living room that's just waiting for some great conversations
Fully stocked kitchen
Dining room with coffee bar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Cedar Bluff, AL
  • Weiss Lake
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve
  • Little River Canyon Center
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Game Room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains

One fall afternoon my husband and I sat on the ground looking at the reflection of the autumn leaves on the water and I knew we had found our little piece of paradise. Over the years children and grandchildren have experienced the joy of having a lakehouse. Swimming, tubing, roasting marshmallows, fishing and much much more. The area seems to have something for everyone - historical sites, rock climbing, waterfalls, crappie capitol of the world, shops to browse, Alabama Band fan club, artisan area, night sky for stargazing and the list goes on. Our three story home has room to spread out, a screened porch that makes you feel like being in a treehouse and a calm peaceful feeling. Whether you like to curl up and read a good book, stay on the go every minute or somewhere in between this place will suit your needs. We love our place but we don't get to use it as often as we did. So we decided to let others enjoy it while we are not there. While there are bears in the area it is unlikely that you will see one outside. Inside on the other hand is a different story.

There is a security camera on the corner of the house facing the driveway. The purpose of the camera is strictly for security.

Several people have asked if we have our own dock. Yes we do. It is the cover photo. If you rent from us, there are three docks and ours is the one in the middle.

Property manager

Tamara Peppers
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Cedar Bluff

Located in Cedar Bluff, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Weiss Lake and Cedar Bluff Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Orbix Hot Glass and Alabama Fan Club and Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cedar Bluff, AL

What's nearby

  • Weiss Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cedar Bluff Park - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Little River Canyon Center - 27 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Orbix Hot Glass - 41 min drive - 31.2 km
  • The Forum - 46 min drive - 52.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪State Line Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jake's On The Lake - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Angie's Burger Shack - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Bear Paradise on Weiss Lake in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains located?

This family-friendly Cedar Bluff holiday home is located on the waterfront, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Weiss Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cedar Bluff Park and Buffingtons Island. Cherokee Plaza Shopping Center and Cherokee Medical Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Cute and comfortable

loved this house and the location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Perfect getaway!

The Cozy Bear home on Lake Weiss was a perfect getaway for our family. Very clean, plenty of space, and a beautiful view. We had a great time relaxing, fishing, and playing games. The host was wonderful and we appreciated all the extra details! Thank you!! We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah N.

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

Just like home

We had a wonderful stay, it felt just like home. The home had everything you need and then some.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Lake House

Very nice place on the Lake with well equipped kitchen. Nice fire pit for evening futures outside. Very quiet location. Owners were great and responsive to any questions we had beforehand.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great Getaway

Well stocked kitchen and home ! Plenty of space for family. Great communication with host would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brian M.

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

Guys getawsy

It was me and two bodies who have been best friends for over 40 years. I live in West Virginia, one lives in Florida, and one lives in Arizona. We met just for a get together and do some fishing. The fishing wasn’t really good we caught a few fish, but nothing extreme but the views and the water and the area was beautiful and perfect. The cabin itself was very very comfortable and we did enjoy the pool table in the basement. The only complaint I have and it’s a very small one. The Wi-Fi password in the book did not work so we did not have Wi-Fi for three days. we texted the owners of the property and they never got back to us with the correct password. But overall beautiful comfortable cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TimandLisa D.

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

Cozy Bear Stay

This place was perfect! This is our second time staying here, and we love it. Feels like our home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Loved it!

Perfect stay and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

TimandLisa D.

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

Perfect family getaway!

Our family loved our time here. We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauri S.

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

Living the Life

Had a great time! Kids had a blast and enjoyed the “goodie” basket! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa s.

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

Roomy house on lovely lake

The house and location was just what we needed. The 3 bedrooms meant we each had privacy, and our own air conditioner. loved the 3 bathrooms and screened-in porch . Love loved the dock, kayaks, floats, grill. pool table, games, TVs, stocked kitchen, air fryer, and comfortable seating. Very happy with this location on Weiss Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Beautiful Place

Celebrated our 9th anniversary at Cozy Bear. It was such a beautiful place to get away and relax. The house was amazing and the owners did an awesome job welcoming us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

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

Relaxing getaway

Perfect house for a relaxing weekend getaway. Great location for privacy and fishing. The house was very nice and stocked with everything we needed. Owners were very responsive to any questions. We would definitely revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B., McDonough, GA

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

Very relaxing, would definitely stay again

This is a nice house and property, the only downside was Sunday morning when we had to leave
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

kenleigh g., foley

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

Family Trip

Perfect little vacay with the family. We thoroughly enjoyed everything! The kitchen was equipped with pretty much any tool needed to cook. The boys loved the pool table and we enjoyed the screened in porch!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Lake Life

We enjoyed our stay at the lake. It was a great place to celebrate my dads birthday. The kitchen was really well stocked (pots, pans, etc.), the house itself very comfortable and we really enjoyed the screened porch. We brought in our own pontoon boat so we could also make use of the dock and lake during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Family vacation

Had a great time with family. The place was very clean and very well stocked with everything you would need. It even has a waffle maker which we used a lot! The pool table and shuffle board were an added bonus! Enjoyed those for night time fun! The screened porch was so quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed sitting on the dock which was so peaceful and quiet. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darla M., Roswell, Georgia

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

Great Lake House

The house was perfect for our weekend stay. The kitchen was well equipped, the beds were comfy, the dock (it is the middle one of the 3 you can see from the house!) was new and sturdy, and the pool table and fire pit were both fun to use. The hosts could not have been nicer and we really appreciated having the room to park several vehicles because we had people arriving from all directions. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

A dream experience

Everything was spotless and even more beautiful than the photos portray. The decor is Soo charming- really sets the mood for a wonderful experience. There were thoughtful little baskets containing treats and incidentals in strategic places. The view! The fire pit! The dock! Deer, fish, egrets, herons and rustling leaves create a wonderful mood. Can't thank you enough for everything. Our family drive from Atlanta and Florida to share a magical experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

The House Of Tranquility

What a wonderful place for our three generations to meet and thoroughly enjoy being together. This retreat has everything you could possibly want inside and out! We were so impressed with the lift beside the front porch for lifting all our items from our cars to the main floor. It has a fully stocked kitchen, just bring your own food. There are several places outside where there are benches and swings to watch the sun come up or go down. So peaceful ! This is the perfect place for you to relax and enjoy being back to nature. Our host Tamara, did a splendid job and answered every question we had. We really felt at home at Cozy Bear Paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Mcneil group

What a "beary" cute house! The bed upstairs in the master was so comfy! I love that all the bathrooms had baskets with toiletries and there was a snack basket with bug bracelets. Very thoughtful! Also, there were so many appliances and cookware in the kitchen. We loved the dock as well even though we caught the tiniest fish in the lake. We had a great time relaxing and playing games in the basement as well! We unfortunately had to leave in in-laws there for the last day as there was a death in the family but we definitely didn't want to leave. Thanks for sharing the Cozy Bear with us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hayley D.

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

Great cabin but wifi is a hotspot

The cabin is lovely and it is definitely cozy. You have everything you need and then some. Tamara goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. The beds and furniture are comfortable which isn’t always the case. I will note, because I was not aware, and I realize I should have asked although I feel it is usually noted…the wifi here is a hot spot and isn’t strong enough to stream anything. On top of that, it died and wouldn’t charge after one day. We contacted the owner and were given ideas to make it work, but it would no longer hold a charge. There was hardly any cell signal inside the house, we have Verizon, which is the same brand as the hotspot. I know some people are fine with no wifi or cell signal while on vacation, however we like to bring our firestick and stream movies at night. We do also like to check in on our home security cameras and emails. So if you are like us and prefer to have solid wifi and streaming access, please be aware before you book. The only other thing I would note is the neighbors are super close, it’s more like a family compound where you share a yard and the dock is basically behind the neighbors’ house. As great as this cabin is, unfortunately we will not book it again because of the wifi issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ramona P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly T. J.

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

Relaxing

The house was exactly as described. Located on a quiet cove of the lake. We enjoyed our stay and spent most of it on the screened porch looking at the water. The view was understandably (season of the year) somewhat obstructed by tree leaves but still great. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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