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Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat

Cabin with kitchen, steps from White Mountain National Forest

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Chatham Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 2 Stories | 2,200 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Kitchen | Wood-Burning Stove
Dining Area | Firewood Provided
Living Room | Smart TV
Living Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Loon Island
  • Place, Green Hills Preserve
  • Place, White Mountain National Forest
  • Airport, Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat

This spacious cedar log cabin hosts all the comforts of an idyllic mountain getaway, including wood-burning fires and picture-perfect views. Once you've settled in, make yourself at home amongst 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, then explore the rustic beauty of the surrounding woods by foot, ski, or snowmobile. But if there isn't enough powder on the forecast, worry not - plenty of family-friendly fun in North Conway awaits just 15 miles away, like a day at Diana's Baths or Storyland.

-- THE PROPERTY --

NH Room and Meals Tax License #102801 | 2,200 Sq Ft | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Firewood Provided | Snowmobile Parking

Tucked away on the border of New Hampshire and Maine, this authentic Chatham vacation rental hosts the perfect getaway for hiking, skiing, sightseeing, and everything in between.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle

AUTHENTIC LOG CABIN: Flat-screen Smart TV, 2 wood-burning stoves (wood provided), laptop-friendly workspace, 8-person dining table, upright grand piano, books, board games
WOODED VIEWS: Screened-in porch w/ dining set, forested backyard w/ wood-burning fire pit (wood not provided)
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, iron/board
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), stairs required for cabin access, homeowner on-site (separate cabin), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

WINTER RECREATION: Shawnee Peak (14.3 miles), Cranmore Mountain Resort (17.6 miles), Jackson Nordic Ski Area (25.5 miles), Attitash Mountain Resort (26.0 miles), Black Mountain Ski Area (27.0 miles), Bear Notch Ski Touring Center (29.0 miles)
SUMMER ADVENTURE: Weeks Brook Trailhead (2.7 miles), Black Cap Trailhead (4.7 miles), Baldface Trailhead (10.9 miles), Mountain Pond Trailhead (12.9 miles), Green Hills Preserve (16.8 miles), Kearsarge North Trailhead (19.0 miles), Cathedral Ledge Trail (20.1 miles)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN: New England Ski Museum (16.8 miles), Conway Scenic Railroad (16.9 miles), North Conway Scenic Safari Moose Tour (16.9 miles), Mount Washington Cog Railway (17.0 miles), Diana’s Baths (19.5 miles), Story Land (23.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Portland International Jetport (56.4 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: The homeowner lives in a separate cabin on-site, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: Wood is provided for the wood-burning stoves, but not for the fire pit. Guests must provide their own wood if they wish to use the outdoor fire pit

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Center Conway

Located in Center Conway, this cabin is in the mountains. Hemlock Covered Bridge and North Conway Depot Railroad Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Green Hills Preserve. Story Land and Sherman Farm are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Chatham, NH

What's nearby

  • Loon Island - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Green Hills Preserve - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • White Mountain National Forest - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Kezar Lake - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Saco River - 16 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunburst Onions @ Fryeburg Fair - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Meister Hut at Cranmore Mountain - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The Wicked Good Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Loon's Nest - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Lodge: A Rural White Mtns Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from White Mountain National Forest and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Loon Island. Green Hills Preserve and Charles Pond Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grilled some amazing burgers!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for going to fair and fall foliage. Rustic charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was the perfect place to stay on our first trip to NH. It’s only 20 minutes from the main strip in Conway where we did most of our eating and shopping. It’s only 40 minutes from the trailhead to hike Mt. Washington. When we weren’t out exploring, we spent our time cozy by the wood burning stove. The cabin had all of the amenities we needed including well seasoned wood that smelled amazing when burned. We loved the bear-themed decor around the cabin and truly enjoyed our stay here. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a hidden gem! This place is so cozy and homey. We floated the Saco River just 15 minutes away, then came back to a warm shower and grilled dinner with a lovely fire in the backyard. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay. We’ll definitely be returning next year. thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Wonderful Time!

We had a wonderful time at the Bear Lodge. It was just as described. We would definitely stay again. Thank you for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful time on our Getaway to Black Bear Lodge. Everyone was perfect! Thank you! We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Melody C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The other reviewer who said that this property has no curb appeal but has a wonderful interior hit the nail on the head. It looks like a haunted house when you pull up. Even worse, we arrived at night and there are no lights in the driveway and we did not realize you have to go in the back door. But once we were in and settled, we loved it. It had plenty of room for a family of six to stay for a week. We loved the privacy. The kitchen has no frying pans, and any messages I tried to send about it were never answered. It's possible that after Evolve took over the listing the responsiveness level decreased. Thankfully we didn't have any major issues that needed to be addressed! The downstairs bedroom now has a queen bed in it so we had a master bath downstairs and our kids were upstairs. That's to update previous reviews to say there was no master bathroom. We went to the beach in Portland, hiked the presidents, and shopped in Conway. It was a perfect vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

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

5 Stars All Around. Great Getaway!

Our stay was wonderful! We did a short weekend away to celebrate my birthday with our 2 pups. Everybody had a wonderful time. Love that it is pet-friendly. Met the owner and she was also lovely and very friendly! Would absolutely come back here and highly recommend. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Caitlin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A cozy rustic cabin

From the outside this is an adorable log cabin that is on a slight turn in the road - so easy to miss. It's set back a bit giving you privacy in the backyard. The house is slightly oddly laid out and I was hoping for a 1st floor master (which I thought there was from the photos) only to find a single bed with a trundle downstairs. The kitchen while well appointed with tools for cooking lacks light. The temperature was warmer so some of the bedrooms felt stuffy but there were windows that had to be used gingerly. There is a lovely screened porch that is ideal for your morning coffee or afternoon glass of wine and enjoy nature while being protected from weather or bugs.There is a smaller cabin in the backyard, hidden in the trees that the caretaker stays in, which is fine as she is accessible but she also shares the driveway so you occasionally see her going back and forth. The cabin is very accessible to Conway, Freyburg as well as to marked trails for hiking, however, you do have to drive to those locations (I wouldn't recommend walking on the road as there was moderate traffic).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equipped! House was clean, front porch needed to be cleaned
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Very Nice place, plenty of room

The house was very nice, kitchen was great, rooms were spacious and comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Leanne A.

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

Holiday home of dreams

Incredible stay at black bear lodge. Perfectly nestled in the trees, the lodge had everything you could need and was very clean. The bedrooms were well appointed and the living space with the log fires in the lounge and kitchen were dreamy. We had a wonderful stay and communication was excellent the entire time. We felt away from it all yet had so much opportunity for walks all around us. The guest book was filled with excellent examples and ideas of things to do and it was evident just how loved the lodge was by every visitor. We would 100% stay here again. It was the highlight of our 2 weeks in the USA.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

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

Great stay - will be back!

This was a long awaited, much needed little getaway for my wife and I, our three dogs, and our best friends and their daughter. We had such a great time. Easy proximity to all sorts of activities, excellent communication with all parties, and lots of space to just hang out together and relax. You will not be disappointed! We are excited to go back and grateful for hosts that allow us to bring our doggos when we travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa d.

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

Amazing

The cabin is cozy and well located, with easy access to trails and local attractions. The rustic decor creates a cozy atmosphere, perfect for relaxing. The well-equipped kitchen and fireplace were highlights during our stay. Overall, a great experience for those seeking tranquility and proximity to nature. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

H J.

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

Cabin getaway

The cabin was warm and inviting, as described in the summary. We thoroughly enjoyed our time during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing experience with the family. The house was clean and it has everything we need. It was a praceful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gleyce Anne B.

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

Birthday Eduardo

Very nice 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia A.

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

Family vacation

Property had everything that we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Perfect!

Very clean and kept up. Perfect spot.20 minutes from Rupp Arena, 10 minutes from Keeneland and the bourbon trail. It was a plus that all the major distilleries are between 10-30 minute drive.

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

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

Great getaway

Enjoyed a very peaceful weekend away. This cabin has a very rustic and classic NH feel. The host was extremely helpful. Went into North Conway a few times which is a quick 20 min drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Great Fall Family Getaway!

Great cabin. Great location. Everything we needed in the kitchen plus additional appliances I didn’t expect. Great outdoor fire pit. Host was very helpful and responded quickly to questions I had. Check in was easy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Audra M.

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

Labor Day Weekend

Nice cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Michele

Just Okay

Cabin inside was decorated cute, but the curb appeal was below average. Tv by the road and junk car in the driveway just didn’t make it seem very homey. Towels smelled like mildew and cob webs everywhere. Cleanliness could be a lot better. If it’s summer be sure to bring your own fans as there were only 3 that we could find.
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6/10 Okay

Sheila

Rustic and Clean

We enjoyed our short stay. We had one concern which we have brought to Evolve's attention.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J., Plymouth, MA

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

Is cute cabin in the woods

A very cute cabin, All the towels and linen appeared brand new. There is a full bathroom and bedroom on the 1st floor. The only wish is that they had more fans or a window ac.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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