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Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
At Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront

Papa Bear invites you to come relax in this beautiful riverfront log cabin, with all the right amenities and a view second to none. Located near the beautiful Skyline Drive and Ski Slopes. Explore the famous Luray Caverns or take a short drive to the home of Thomas Jefferson. Maybe just relax, or fish or read a good book. This cabin will certainly create memories for a lifetime.
Papa Bear's River Cabin is family owned and built by Mr. Ron Hensley and son Tony Hensley. The Shenandoah Valley is a beautiful place and we love to share the area's natural beauty with our guest.
Whether you are looking for the perfect place to go fishing , or simply to enjoy the peaceful view of the Shenandoah River and the awesome views of the surrounding mountains , you will fall in love with Papa Bear's River Cabin !!

Live Well.....Love Much.........Laugh Often-

Papa Bear

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are counted as guest. 7 is the total #

Events

No events allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Shenandoah, VA

What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns - 18 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 26 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 31 min drive - 34.0 km
  • James Madison University - 36 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rudy’s Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shenandoah Moose Lodge #2176 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia Italian Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront located?

This family-friendly Shenandoah cabin is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Shenandoah River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Jordan Hollow Stables and George Washington National Forest. Pitt Spring and Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, easy access. great view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Just Beautiful

I loved that there was no other homes nearby that we could see The cabin was beautiful and so was the river we enjoyed the wildlife all around The caverns were also fun to visit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david a.

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

Peaceful getaway

The house and property exceeded our expectations and our family enjoyed our stay. The bugs were pretty bad near the river but the large catfish catches made it worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great family getaway for Thanksgiving

Stayed for Thanksgiving holiday with adult kids who live in VA. Perfect place for families of all ages. House was cozy, clean, well appointed and location on river was fantastic and short drive to Luray. Would definitely stay againd.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Papa Bear Cabin

Very nice property. We enjoyed the “bear” theme. The kids enjoyed the firepit for s’mores and exploring the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C., Fairfax, va

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

Great spot on the river

We had a fantastic time enjoying the local hiking and the outdoors. We enjoyed every part of the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Great Cabin Great Location

Would definitely stay here again. All the comforts of home with great privacy and a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Great weekend getaway

We loved staying at this Cabin. It was very clean and came with all the needed amenities for a great weekend trip to the mountains. We loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay for a weekend getaway. View of the river was really nice and property was private aside from the road nearby. We enjoyed the fire pit with provided firewood. Everything was clean and beds were comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Cabin on the River

Papa Bear's Cabin was terrific! Great location, very nice cabin and great communication with the owners. We'd go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Cozy Cabin!

Cute cabin! We enjoyed the beautiful views, kids’ toys, hot tub, s'mores at the fire pit, and nearby trails and Luray Caverns. Highly recommended listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

Had a great stay at this beautiful mountain getaway. Everything was exactly as offered, good communication and wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Cabin getaway.

Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Perfect deal for vacation

Amazing riverfront location, pristine nature on all 4 sides, and in the middle of all local attractions, no long drives! Add to this well designed and decorated with love house, and you cannot have a better rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Family and friends vacation

The property is beautiful and the home is just as described in the listing. Perfect size for a group of 6/7.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

Once again …

Once again we enjoyed a peaceful & relaxing stay at Papa Bear Cabin. Adorable and well appointed cabin. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I rented the cabin for a weekend getaway with my friends and this place did not disappoint!! The first thing Hemsley family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oney S.

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

Just Chillin

We enjoyed everything about Papa Bear Cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

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

Everything was awesome

we enjoyed very much, the house is spacious and cozy, the place is quiet and you can enjoy on the fire pit in front of the water, definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jillian B.

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

Lovely Cabin

We stayed at this cabin for a few days and had a wonderful time. We loved the large yard and fire pit, and the river is very peaceful and serene. There is a semi-busy road behind the property, but it was not a problem for us. Access to the river is a little difficult as the bank is very high, but it didn't detract from our enjoyment.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Wonderful!

We really enjoyed the property. The cabin had everything we needed. Perfect for two couples. Looking forward to renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

Heaven!

We had an incredible week at Pappa Bears Cabin! The weather was perfect and the cabin & property was more than we expected! Wonderful Hosts to work with! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula W., Hatboro, PA

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

Great location

We loved our stay at Papa Bears River Cabin. The deck was amazing for star gazing and total relaxation. While the fish were not biting, we still appreciated being directly on the river. Loved exploring the area and coming back to all the comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H., Waynesboro, VA

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

Relaxing Week at the Cabin

This is our second visit to this cabin — it was just as wonderful as the first. The cabin is beautiful, stocked with anything you could need. Fishing was great — the bass were biting! We look forward to a 3rd visit in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric & Regina M.

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

Wonderful family vacation

The River access was so fun for our five children. Swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and tubing. A memorable time with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022