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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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. Bedford Museum and Seven Hills Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include National D-Day Memorial and Buchanan Swinging Bridge. Virginia Safari Park and Natural Bridge Zoo 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
Rose Hill Farm - 17 min drive
The Pig & The Pineapple - 18 min drive
Gross A J and Sons - 10 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 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Bear Lodge on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$226, 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 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Jefferson National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Thunder Ridge Wilderness and Peaks of Otter Visitor Center. Peaks of Otter Winery is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.
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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!
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!
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.
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 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!
If you're looking for peace, seclusion, and privacy, this is the place for you. The creek-side patio with fireplace was especially enjoyable. There was even chopped wood for a fire, and I could skip across the creek to gather kindling. The kitchen and bathroom were not lacking in anything we needed. We could let our two dogs outside without a leash since nobody else was around.
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!
This place was perfect for our mountain getaway. Very cozy and peaceful. Loved listening to the rushing water in the stream. Brandy was very helpful and always answered my questions promptly. Cabin was very comfortable and relaxing. Would highly recommend.
The most amazing thing about this remote cabin is that it is right next to a roaring woodland stream with a huge deck with comfortable seating that extends right over it. We enjoyed a lot of time just relaxing on the deck