Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake
With 2 bedrooms, Bear Cave is the perfect den to let your cubs play and rest in the Great Smoky Mountains. Bring the little ones and go exploring all that nature has to offer on over 100 pristine acres! Bear Cave is one of Valley Springs Lodgings 4 cabins located on the hillside overlooking the Lake below. Fish in the lake, walk the creek, romp in the woods, cool off in the mist of our private waterfall, picnic by the ponds and just enjoy nature.
Bear Cave cabin has a fully equipped kitchenette including microwave, toaster oven, dual hotplate, Mr. Coffee coffee pot with complimentary coffee and filters, dishes and all your cooking utensils. Dish soap and hand and bath soap are also provided. There is a large flat screen TV with DVD player. You can relax in the rockers or glider on the porch or on the swings by the lake, or picnic at our private waterfalls. The cabin's front porch has a propane grill. We do offer wifi at the lodge. Our current system is often not reliable and your phone service will not work when on the property. Sometimes you can send and receive text only by utilizing your phone service data calling through the wifi. The Wi-fi at Valley Springs has the maximum speed for this area which is 3 Mbps.
Valley Springs has a total of 8 cabins on 122 acres with a small lake, 3 small ponds, roaring creeks and a waterfall. You will feel remote but will only be minutes away from Clayton, Ga with its trendy shops and wonderful restaurants. Rabun County does have many activities for the whole family. There are two state parks with many trails for beginner-advanced hikers. There are several lakes in Rabun County. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton have boat rentals and pontoon rentals. Public beaches are available with restrooms and picnic areas. Kayaking is a popular sport on these lakes. Trout fishing is also a huge sport in this area with many streams and rivers to choose from. Nearby Andy's Farms is a great place to take the kids for guaranteed trout catching! Andy's will even clean the fish for you. There is white water rafting at nearby Longcreek, SC, and Ziplines at Scaly Mountain. There is even an axe throwing venue in downtown Clayton that is great fun for a family or you can get lanes side by side and experience good old fashioned competition from your friends.
Whether relaxation is your goal or action filled days, Rabun County has it all for the outdoor enthusiast or for "Mom and Pop" a have a little R&R. Valley Springs is truly an oasis of peace and serenity. Come relax, rest, and rejuvenate or explore the many activities Rabun County has so much to offer, to see and to do!
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Amenities
Air conditioning
Laundry
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue
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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
About the area
Rabun Gap
Located in Rabun Gap, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Black Rock Mountain State Park and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Andy's Trout Farm and Parker Meadows Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hambidge Center Historic District - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Lake Burton - 31 min drive - 34.1 km
Tallulah Gorge State Park - 37 min drive - 42.3 km
Nantahala River - 44 min drive - 42.9 km
Chatuge Lake - 54 min drive - 62.5 km
Restaurants
Blue Hound Barbecue - 9 min drive
The Dillard House - 11 min drive
Julep Farms - 11 min drive
Valley Cafe - 11 min drive
Cupboard Cafe - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$143, 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 Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Hambidge Center Historic District. Nantahala National Forest is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Quiet little getaway cabin. The host was helpful. The cabin was cozy and the property was beautiful. It had a nice little pond and a beautiful waterfall just a short walk from the cabin. The kids loved playing in the field and climbing the tree next to the cabin. We had a great time!
This cute cabin is located on one beautiful piece of property. Cabin was clean and just as described. The waterfall was in walking distance and simply gorgeous. We cooked out on the grill and enjoyed sitting on the porch. A plus was several delicious restaurants are located close by. We will definitely book again.
Very nice quiet area. Cabin was spotless. Bed was very comfortable. Interesting area on a small pond with a beautiful waterfall within walking distance of the cabins!! Would definitely stay here again!! Property Manager very responsive and helpful.
Susan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
Thank you for your review. We look forward to you coming and staying with us again. You were delightful guest.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Deborah T.
26 Mar 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Host was wonderful. However, the windows were so filthy you couldn't enjoy the beautiful view around you. The walls, ceiling and fans were so thick with dust and heavy dust webbing coming down the walls it was creepy. the window ledges were not wiped down either. The bed slats were too short, fell to the floor as you got into bed (my husband had reattached them before we got in) so you sunk into each other, and we had to sleep with a pillow inbetween us to be comfortable. The shower wasn't clean, liquid soap on shower floor and old soap residue on 2 shelves. I pull out a dish, bowl and glass and they were dirty with food. Under the sink the dust pan and hand held broom were sitting in a dirty dish rack for you dishes to dry in. The worst part was when we stripped the beds and some woman's purple bikini underwear fell out- i don't wear bikini's. I was so disappointed. If the place was clean, it would be really charming. However, the cleaning person is not doing their job.. We noticed on the other rentals their windows on a drive by looked clean. We were very disappointed. We stayed here for Valentine's Day, hoping to rebook for my daughter's wedding end of March 2026. Unfortunate. The owner was very sweet. Wish I could have given a wonderful review, because I always do when they are due.
The location is nice. Cabin was just fine, property manager could work on her communication a tad more. Good for a weekend trip.
Marissa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2024
We are happy to read that you enjoyed your stay. On a personal note and for future reference Management would like to hear more about your experience with Property Management communication. From our records your request for help relighting the heater pilot was addressed within a couple of hours. Your message at 7 PM Saturday night complaining the door would not lock did not transmit to management until the next morning of your check out. Unfortunately the cell service can be that spotty at times. We apologize you felt a lack of communication. The automatic keypad door locks have inside locks to use. That particular door lock locks automatically when the door is closed from the outside.
Everything you need for a quiet simple getaway and nothing you don't. Property was clean and pictures and descriptions accurate. Nice secluded but not too far away place to stay.
Brandon A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2022
Thank you for your review. We are happy to read that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will come again.
We enjoyed our cute little cabin. It was exactly what we needed. The location was perfect and beautiful. My kids really enjoyed the waterfall that was on the grounds as well as the game boxes!
Katelyn F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thank you for your review. We love reading about our guests experiences. We enjoy making the game boxes every year for the children, both small and older.
The location is perfect. The cabin is just big enough to relax and the surronding nature is awesome.
It was a shock to not have cell service at 1st but by the next day we all are talking and having a blast!
Gregory F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
Thank you for the review! WIFI has not been conquered in mountainous regions. We have 5 3MBPS lines on the property for guest to pull from plus a landline on the front wall of the office. We hope you will visit again.
It was fabulous! We had very nice quiet stay...the bathroom floor could have been cleaner and we needed more toilet paper on the last day, but we survived. Love the creek and waterfall onsite. Beautiful trees and pond!!! Will return for sure!!
A nice family outing. There was wifi in the cabins, but as it says it’s slow: good enough to be able to look at venues around the area before leaving the cabin. There’s also satellite tv in the cabin (missing in the description). Everything seemed to be well kept & would visit again.
Curt S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2021
Thank you for your comments. Please visit us again soon.
About the host
Hosted by Valley Springs Lodging
Debbie Williams Valley Springs Lodging Marketing and Property Manager 706-746-3875
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests