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

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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

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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

Located in Shenandoah, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Massanutten Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns. Travelling with kids? Consider Jordan Hollow Stables and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Shenandoah travel guide
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Shenandoah, VA

What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns
    Luray Caverns
    19 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Shenandoah National Park
    Shenandoah National Park
    27 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Harrisonburg Virginia USA May 29 2017 James Madison University
    James Madison University
    42 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Massanutten Water Park
    30 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Masanutten Ski Resort
    33 min drive - 35.7 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
  • Mr. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • Hawksbill Diner
    14 min drive
  • Ciro's Pizza
    12 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

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 159 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAGGI T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was lovely and we appreciated the gas fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I booked papa bears to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. The cabin was absolutely perfect. A little slice of heaven for sure and we already can not wait to come back. The hosts were very attentive and responsive and check in and out was a breeze. Thanks for making our anniversary memories so special. See you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Perfect

Beautiful setting and a comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

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

Amazing!

The property was beautiful. We really enjoyed our walks along the river. The cabin was so comfortable and clean. We are looking forward to returning again. It was well worth the cost!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

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

Wonderful location on the water

We had 2 families stay in this cozy cabin for 3 days, it has all the amenities you could ever ask for. Located in a gorgeous private space, with rolling hills, on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. The kids, aged 6 and 12, caught their first fish!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary a.

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

Nature's Retreat

We Love this home. Everything about this property is peaceful snd inviting. This was our 3rd vacation at Papa Bears and we cannot wait to return! Super clean and comfortable. Communication with the owner was immediate. The daily visits from the deer and turkeys were a plus. A1 rating . We dream about owning a cabin exactly like Papa Bears someday soon.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce N.

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

Simply the best

Beautiful, well appointed house that was the perfect backdrop for a peaceful long weekend with my family. We shared food, fellowship, fishing, relaxation, some sightseeing all on the comforts of what felt like a home away from home. The owners are extremely nice, helpful and easy to contact. You will not go home at their beautiful cabin. We didn’t and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

110% !

This cabin was spot on. Beautiful location, privacy and everything you would need for a relaxing stay. The owners were very friendly in speaking with. I have stayed at numerous rentals in my lifetime but this one..."papa bear cabin" is one that had me and the gang wanting to rent again and again. Thank you sooo much Bonnie n family for the heartfelt feel, cleanliness and all the amenities of your beautiful cabin! We so look forward to booking again with you. 🤗❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and property grounds, loved the hot tub, we'll be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Cabin was warm and inviting. Definitely recommend! Host was easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C.

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
Verified

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