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

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Shenandoah

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Interior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shenandoah, VA
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Massanutten Water Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the area

Shenandoah

On river.At this Shenandoah cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Shenandoah River and 6 miles (10 km) of Shenandoah Speedway. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center and Shenandoah Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns - 19 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 26 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 27 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 30 min drive - 33.2 km
  • James Madison University - 42 min drive - 50.5 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

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

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 mall
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront to the airport?

This cabin is 36.3 mi (51-min drive) away from the Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Papa Bear's River Cabin- 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, Riverfront to downtown Shenandoah?

This cabin is 4.8 mi away from Shenandoah.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 160 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was a great get away for 5 outdoorsy guys celebrating a bachelor’s weekend. Property owner had nice mowed pathway to easily gain access to the river to fish. Also, a nice spot on the river bank to catfish with already installed rod holders. The cabin was private with no disturbance from neighbors. Only had vehicle traffic on the backroad. The cabin came with two grills and charcoal and propane, but both need grate replacement. However, with aluminum foil we made it work. Then inside of the cabin was very nice and organized. I would definitely go back to this cabin
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was so nicely decorated with a bear theme all around. The cabin was spacious and clean. Fishing in the river was great. The hot tub was perfect. The views were spectacular. Communication was excellent. We can not wait to book this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful and quiet getaway! The river view added so much to our stay. So much wildlife the 2 photographers had trouble keeping up with it all. Hotdogs and marshmallows over the firepit just added to our wonderful experience. We will definitely return next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and surroundings! The cabin has a hot tub and fireplace, which further enhanced our experience. Very quiet riverfront setting with deck overlooking the water and rolling green grass. No immediate neighbors. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great get away with our 5 young grandsons. great river access. The grounds are so private with tons of land for active boys to run around and blow off energy. Felt very safe at all times. Great communication with the owner. The beds were comfortable and enough appliances and cookware for our 3 night stay. Would recommend this house for a short term stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was great and understanding when bad weather struck on our first attempt to stay here. The cabin itself was clean and comfortable, with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely. Very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MAGGI T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was lovely and we appreciated the gas fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shreya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience. Cabin was warm and inviting. Definitely recommend! Host was easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and property grounds, loved the hot tub, we'll be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, easy access. great view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsea C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I stayed at this property with my family, including four children two of whom are babies. The place wasn’t cleaned properly before our arrival. The floors were visibly dirty, and we even found personal items left behind by previous guests, which made us question the hygiene standards right away, including popcorn in the sofa. One of the beds was covered in some kind of sticky residue, which was disgusting. The drywall wasn’t finished and the property was infested with invasive spotted lanternflies. They were everywhere on the porch and kept finding their way inside the house, creating a constant battle to keep them out. During our stay, we lost both power and water, which was incredibly inconvenient with babies in tow who need reliable access to basic essentials. I ended up being late to my best friend’s wedding, and couldn’t be a bridesmaid because of this. Despite this major disruption, we weren’t offered a partial refund. The neighbors were blasting music every single night, until 3 AM. This made it impossible to get a good night’s sleep. One of the checkout requirements was to clean up the property ourselves, which we did thoroughly. But why on earth were we charged a cleaning fee when the place wasn’t even clean when we got there? It seems hypocritical and unfair.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

James W., Spotsylvania, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W., Hendersonville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary a., Paulsboro

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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