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Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Rabun Gap, GA
  • 12 Spies Vineyards and Farm
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Foxfire Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double Bed

1 Double Bed

Double Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Dining area

About this property

Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake

With 2 bedrooms, Bear Cave is the perfect den to let your cubs play and rest in the Great Smoky Mountains. Bring the little ones and go exploring all that nature has to offer on over 100 pristine acres! Bear Cave is one of Valley Springs Lodgings 4 cabins located on the hillside overlooking the Lake below. Fish in the lake, walk the creek, romp in the woods, cool off in the mist of our private waterfall, picnic by the ponds and just enjoy nature.

Bear Cave cabin has a fully equipped kitchenette including microwave, toaster oven, dual hotplate, Mr. Coffee coffee pot with complimentary coffee and filters, dishes and all your cooking utensils. Dish soap and hand and bath soap are also provided. There is a large flat screen TV with DVD player. You can relax in the rockers or glider on the porch or on the swings by the lake, or picnic at our private waterfalls. The cabin's front porch has a propane grill. We do offer wifi at the lodge. Our current system is often not reliable and your phone service will not work when on the property. Sometimes you can send and receive text only by utilizing your phone service data calling through the wifi. The Wi-fi at Valley Springs has the maximum speed for this area which is 3 Mbps.

Valley Springs has a total of 8 cabins on 122 acres with a small lake, 3 small ponds, roaring creeks and a waterfall. You will feel remote but will only be minutes away from Clayton, Ga with its trendy shops and wonderful restaurants. Rabun County does have many activities for the whole family. There are two state parks with many trails for beginner-advanced hikers. There are several lakes in Rabun County. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton have boat rentals and pontoon rentals. Public beaches are available with restrooms and picnic areas. Kayaking is a popular sport on these lakes. Trout fishing is also a huge sport in this area with many streams and rivers to choose from. Nearby Andy's Farms is a great place to take the kids for guaranteed trout catching! Andy's will even clean the fish for you. There is white water rafting at nearby Longcreek, SC, and Ziplines at Scaly Mountain. There is even an axe throwing venue in downtown Clayton that is great fun for a family or you can get lanes side by side and experience good old fashioned competition from your friends.

Whether relaxation is your goal or action filled days, Rabun County has it all for the outdoor enthusiast or for "Mom and Pop" a have a little R&R. Valley Springs is truly an oasis of peace and serenity. Come relax, rest, and rejuvenate or explore the many activities Rabun County has so much to offer, to see and to do!

Property manager

Valley Springs Lodging
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rabun Gap

Located in Rabun Gap, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Andy's Trout Farm and Highlands Aerial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rabun Gap, GA

What's nearby

  • Andy's Trout Farm - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • 12 Spies Vineyards and Farm - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Foxfire Museum - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 19 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Kingwood Resort Golf - 23 min drive - 22.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dillard House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julep Farms - Dillard - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Valley Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Cave Cabin is perched on a hilltop overlooking Valley Springs lake located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Hambidge Center Historic District. Nantahala National Forest is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Great 3 night stay!!

Very nice quiet area. Cabin was spotless. Bed was very comfortable. Interesting area on a small pond with a beautiful waterfall within walking distance of the cabins!! Would definitely stay here again!! Property Manager very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cait P.

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

Cabin Getaway

This is a great little place in Rabun Gap. Beautiful property and very tranquil.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

blair m.

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

Very cute

We enjoyed our little cabin! Cute view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn V.

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

Cozy cabin

We loved the cabin and property. Such a beautiful place. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Marissa T.

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

Nice visit

The location is nice. Cabin was just fine, property manager could work on her communication a tad more. Good for a weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D., Starr, SC

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

Great place to relax.

It felt like we were Mike’s from nowhere but really just minutes from shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

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

Very nice place to stay and the property was very pretty and well kept

Very easy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

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

Weekend Getaway

Everything was great! Just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann J.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property in the country. Cozy cabin with everything you need. Great for small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Regina W., Oakfield GA

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

We had a nice Anniversary weekend!

Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia J.

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

Slice of Heaven

Super cute and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon A.

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

Quiet, easy to get to small cabins

Everything you need for a quiet simple getaway and nothing you don't. Property was clean and pictures and descriptions accurate. Nice secluded but not too far away place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn F.

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

Great locations!

We enjoyed our cute little cabin. It was exactly what we needed. The location was perfect and beautiful. My kids really enjoyed the waterfall that was on the grounds as well as the game boxes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

LaMitchell P.

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

Amazing Experience

Was a great experience! Enjoyed the cabin and catching fish! Few spiders in the cabin and power went out but overall was a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory F.

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

Peace

The location is perfect. The cabin is just big enough to relax and the surronding nature is awesome. It was a shock to not have cell service at 1st but by the next day we all are talking and having a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie S.

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

So very PEACEFUL

I enjoyed the quiet, peace, and calm that came with this location. I was able to relax and enjoy amazing views. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

BEAUTIFUL And COZY

It was fabulous! We had very nice quiet stay...the bathroom floor could have been cleaner and we needed more toilet paper on the last day, but we survived. Love the creek and waterfall onsite. Beautiful trees and pond!!! Will return for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A simple & nice stay

A nice family outing. There was wifi in the cabins, but as it says it’s slow: good enough to be able to look at venues around the area before leaving the cabin. There’s also satellite tv in the cabin (missing in the description). Everything seemed to be well kept & would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

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

Beautiful Property

It is nicely tucked away a few hundred yards up the hillside from the road. It is very quiet and has a small pond and stream with ducks, frogs, and fish. The kids loved it, it got them off of their electronic devices.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Darshana S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Good

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

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

Beautiful well kept property

The property was beautiful and well kept. Mountain views, pond, waterfalls and stream all within a short walk. The cabin was nice, maybe just a little small for 4, but we knew this before we booked. We had beautiful weather and did not spend much time in the cabin anyway! Felt secluded, but not far from restaurants and shops. Trout fishery only a mile away. We will probably book here again, but with a larger cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Beautiful retreat!

We loved our stay. Everything was clean and the property was beautiful. I am actively trying to plan a trip here with more family members. The grounds were amazing and everything was well thought out. We traveled with my daughter and she loved the game boxes! The binder provided in our cabin had valuable information and was a well used resource. You need not leave the property, but if you do Starbucks, Ingles, and Chick-fil-a are only 15 minutes away! Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Quaint Little Cabin Nestled in Soring Valley

Wow! My friend, her son and I loved the cabin. It was clean, had a few necessities and made me just wanna stay longer to sit on the porch with a hot cup of coffee in the morning cool air, looking out over the water in front. It was a picturesque view. I would definitely recommend it to others and would enjoy coming back another time to stay. Price range was good and instruction book was very healpful. Thanks for a wonderful cabin experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

margaret p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location wonderful

We've stayed here several times. Love the peace and beauty of the property. This time we were disappointed. Cabin needed a good deep cleaning especially around molding and windows. Also, encountered one of the small snakes that hang around the property inside the house. Was not thrilled about that..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nely G.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Regular

Regular
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Valley Springs Lodging

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Debbie Williams
Valley Springs Lodging
Marketing and Property Manager
706-746-3875

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