Shenandoah, Virginia
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 !!
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Papa Bear
We really enjoyed our time at the cabin, it was very calm and peaceful, the house had everything we needed and was perfect for my family. My kids enjoyed the fishing, campfires, and the size of land to play on. We can't wait to come again when it's warmer out!
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.
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!
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. ?❤️
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!!!
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!
Beautiful setting and a comfortable home
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.
The property is beautiful and the home is just as described in the listing. Perfect size for a group of 6/7.
Had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin. The pictures are spot on. Beautifully decorated, clean, and spacious for our family. Enjoyed the scenery and privacy. We have stayed at several different cabins in the area and this one is by far our favorite!!
We loved this property- beautiful views of the river and serene expansive countryside. The location was great - secluded but not cut off from the world. The 15-20 min drive to Luray (via fully paved roads) was perfect! The house was clean, well-equipped, and so cozy for hanging out inside or outside. We loved the deck facing the river (the time of year was perfect for unobstructed views of the river). The owners provided a TON of firewood for the fire pit, and we would have used it every night if the weather had cooperated. (We couldn’t find a lighter, so be sure to bring one if you plan to have a fire, just in case.) As far as cell service/wi-fi/satellite, I expected minimal service, but overall we had no major issues, a few blips and slowness, but we didn’t go there to be plugged in anyway. We fished a bit and caught two bass (saw lots of large bass), so that was fun! The bank of the river was very steep in most places, and there are animal (Fox? Groundhog?) holes by the river’s edge, so be cautious with little ones, especially since the holes are hard to see with the vegetation. We had meals at Gathering Grounds (very slow service during lunch time, but excellent food), Ollie Cat (short-staffed but still great service, fun place, good food), Rancho Viejo (excellent fast and friendly service, delicious food), and Alexander’s (very slow but friendly service, ok food). Skyline drive and Luray Caverns are incredible!! Great family trip all around!
This wonderful cabin is well equipped with all the essentials and then some! It was clear to us that the owners take pride in their place and that it is full of great memories. It is cleverly decorated and the gas fireplace throws out some awesome heat. Very peaceful and lots of space for a family to enjoy- as well as many extras for kids including games, outside toys and more. We loved our stay!
Loved this property. This was the second time we stayed here, and the first time we have ever returned to a place for another stay. This cabin's location is wonderful, right on the river, no other cabins close by and beautifully decorated. The Christmas decorations were a great welcome! Thanks for another wonderful stay at Papa Bear's Cabin! We will be back again :)
Five girlfriends that graduated in 1983 that only saw each other intermittently thru the decades needed an escape plan from the humdrum of life. This beautiful cabin was the halfway point from our homes in Pa and NC. We were in awe of how serene the property was,. The weather was great to sit outside by the fire pit, relaxing by the river. The home was well kept and stocked with anything you need the prepare meals. There was plenty of room for the five us and the beds were very comfortable. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Perfect ;location, clean, and comfortable home overlooking Shenandoah River. See you all next fall!
Papa Bear’s Cabin provided the perfect venue for a get-together celebrating a 50+ year friendship. The cabin itself was pristine, cozy and comfortable. We wanted for nothing while we were there, as the owners have made sure anything we needed was available. The river is so close to the cabin, and the fish were biting! We left with amazing memories, and would love to return for a future vacation!
I can't say enough great things about this property. From dealing with the wonderful owners, the quiet location and the overall beautiful home. We enjoyed fishing in the river, making smores over the fire pit, relaxing in the hot tub every night and just enjoying the peace and quiet. If you are traveling with small children this house is for you. My 4 year old loved playing with all the toys that are in the home. She was actually sad to leave them behind. The beds are comfortable, the house is fully stocked and has just about everything you would need for a vacation stay. We will ABSOLUTELY be staying here again. We've stayed in a lot of places in the Shenandoah area and finally found that house that we would come back to over and over again. The location is halfway between the Swift Run and Thornton Gap entrances to Shenandoah which we took full advantage of. And if you want to go canoeing or kayaking Shenandoah River Outfitters is less than 5 minutes away. Such a great trip and we made so many wonderful memories. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to get away.
Once again we enjoyed a peaceful & relaxing stay at Papa Bear Cabin. Adorable and well appointed cabin. We had a great stay!
The River access was so fun for our five children. Swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and tubing. A memorable time with our family.
This cabin was absolutely beautiful. I enjoyed a 4 night stay with my family and there was something for everyone. My husband enjoyed fishing everyday with the lake access right in front of the cabin. The hot tub was great and the rooms were very comfortable. I would definitely come again. :)
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