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NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Seneca Rocks, WV
  • Place, Echo Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoke Hole Caverns
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Sites Homestead
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Dining area

About this property

NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks

20 minutes from Timberline Mountain and Canaan Valley Resort, Bear Paw Cottage

is the perfect West Virginia mountain getaway for adventure, relaxation, and

year-round outdoor fun.



Located near the iconic Seneca Rocks, this cozy retreat offers easy access to

hiking, rock climbing, trout fishing, swimming, horseback riding, scenic

motorcycle routes, and breathtaking mountain views. Nearby attractions include

Smoke Hole Caverns, Dolly Sods Wilderness, Blackwater Falls, Cass Scenic

Railroad, and Green Bank Observatory.



After a day of exploring, relax in a warm and comfortable cottage featuring:



• 3 bedrooms with queen beds



• Spacious family room



• Fully stocked kitchen



• Free WiFi & Roku Smart TV



• Outdoor deck & campfire area perfect for roasting marshmallows under the

stars



Whether you’re planning a ski trip, family vacation, fishing trip, or peaceful

mountain escape, Bear Paw Cottage is the perfect place to unwind, make

memories, and experience the beauty of Almost Heaven, West Virginia.



We can’t wait to Host you!



Firewood:



* $7 for one bundle, $14 for two bundles, and $20 for three bundles

* Please for additional wood to be delivered if desired

* Please leave your payment on the kitchen counter according to usage







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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
Internet is available. Internet is free.
Parking is available. Parking is free.

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 107

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 20028286
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

About the area

Petersburg

Cabins is home to this cottage. Sites Homestead and Seneca Rocks Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Canaan Valley Ski Resort and Timberline Four Season Resort. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Seneca Rocks, WV

What's nearby

  • Echo Park - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Smoke Hole Caverns - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Sites Homestead - 12 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Seneca Rocks Discovery Center - 12 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Seneca Rocks - 22 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 62 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 107.

What time is check-out at NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks located?

Situated in Cabins, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Echo Park, Smoke Hole Caverns and Sites Homestead. Seneca Rocks Discovery Center and Grant Memorial Hospital are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host/owner was great he was very knowledgeable on where to eat fish and visit.He was check in with you to make sure all was going well for you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciated the host's knowledge and helpful check-ins during your stay. It's important to us that our guests have a comfortable and well-informed experience, and we're glad we could assist you during your visit. We hope to welcome you back on your next trip and provide you with another memorable stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host called us personally and was very informative about places to visit, shop, and eat! We had an excellent conversation and the home was very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the fireplace!
Cozy Fire
At smoke hole gift shop
Cave near cottage
Near Seneca Rocks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and found the fireplace to be especially cozy. It's fantastic to hear that the personal recommendations were helpful and that the home met your comfort needs. Your feedback is invaluable, and it truly makes our day to know you had such a positive experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another memorable stay. Safe travels!
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is fantastic – exceptionally clean and easy to find, making for a smooth and comfortable stay. Access was a breeze, which is always a plus. The only thing to note is that it's about 40 minutes from Timberline Mountain. But overall, a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from NEW LISTING! Bear Paw Cottage- 12 mins to Seneca Rocks on 28 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you found our place exceptionally clean and easy to find, contributing to a smooth stay. It's great to know that the easy access added to your comfort. I appreciate you mentioning the distance to Timberline Mountain; it helps future guests make informed choices. Your positive experience means the world to us, and we would love to welcome you back for another memorable visit in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

cabin getaway

Had a great time at this house. The host was very friendly and responsive. We would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your positive review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and found the host accommodating. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a perfect location between Smoke hole caverns and Seneca Rocks! Walking distance to the famous Triangle Rock! Very spacious house. We LOVED having coffee and conversation in the breezeway. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable! We even got to meet our host, and he was most accommodating! Will stay here again! Book with confidence!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled you enjoyed the location and the comfort of the house, especially the breezeway for those coffee moments. It's great to hear our host made your stay even more enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy W.

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

Nice

Nice and quiet place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Morgan J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pros: If you’re looking for somewhere spacious and affordable, this is great. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and a washer dryer. Hosts were communicative and the wifi is strong. Cons: Its creepy. There were bugs inside the house somehow. The beds were super uncomfortable, everyone woke up sore the next day, it has 2 showers but the water smells like copper. We had to go to the local gas station for bottled water to brush our teeth it was so bad. There is a random timer going off all the time that we couldn’t locate, it felt like a haunted house. All of the plug outlets half work, you can’t plug up the lamp and your phone at the same time. You can hear every single car that goes past the house. A/C is inconsistent in the bedrooms, one room colder than the other, we sweat all night while others froze. The property itself is outdated but the outside is beautiful near the river and it’s close to Petersburg and Cabins.Book here if you don’t mind a kink in your neck and smelling like a penny. Be sure to purchase extra strong coffee because you won’t get any sleep here. We probably won’t book here again until there’s some major updates to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GLENNA C.

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

Enjoyable getaway

We had a hard time finding the place, but thoroughly enjoyed it. The house was well built. It was a total throw-back to the 1970's. We mostly enjoyed star-gazing... the sky was so clear and full of stars. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the unique charm and star-gazing opportunities. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll work on improving directions to the property.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
I want to start by saying I have been staying in this area for over 20 years at the same cabin, we changed this year to have access to WiFi for calling home. When I arrived at Bear Paw and opened the house, it was extremely musty inside and I had to open the windows to help air out the house. The water supply is from a well and tastes and smells horrible. You smell worse coming out of the shower than you did before going in. There is a washer and dryer present, when we used it, the drain line from the washer became dislodged and flooded the laundry room. When I notified the owner I was told that never happened before and he always watches the washer for the entire time it runs to ensure something doesn’t go wrong. The owner asked us to help clean up the basement. Not a reasonable reply to a failure. The owner was at the house 5 of 7 days we were there, with one day being a maintenance day on the other 3 bedrooms in the basement I was not given access to. When I’m on vacation, I want to spend time with family and friends, not the property owner. The WiFi was nice, but not worth the other issues I had to deal with. Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for sharing this feedback. I’m sorry the stay fell short, especially with the musty smell, water quality concerns, and the laundry issue; I can understand how frustrating that was on vacation. We’re taking this seriously and will review these concerns so we can improve the guest experience. We’re glad the WiFi was helpful, and we appreciate you giving us the chance to host you.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beds was horrible cheap mattress felt like u was sleeping on box springs

Everything was good house was clean nice location the only problem i had with the place is the outdated mattress it felt like u was sleeping on box springs me and my wife checked out a day early because we wasn’t getting any sleep because of the mattress my son and daughter in law regretted staying the 3rd night there because of the same issue. Also another thing there needs to be a path cleared down to the river there is no access to get down to it from property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the location and cleanliness. We're sorry to hear about the mattress and the river access issue. We'll address these concerns to improve the experience for future guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an older home and its in a perfect location. Quiet and peaceful but close enough to the areas points of interest for those who love nature and all things outdoors. Do bring bottled water if you are not used to well water. Otherwise it has everything you need for a getaway in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for sharing your thoughts. We're glad the location and peaceful setting worked so well for your getaway, and we appreciate the helpful note about the well water; we’ll keep that in mind as we continue improving the experience. It’s great to hear the home had everything you needed, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was very comfortable, we was traveling with a little one and the living room was his favorite place, it was so cozy. Also the large back yard was fantastic, we played there for hours chasing butterflies and looking at different flowers. There's a path down to the river where we went fishing every day. This home is a 10 minute drive to senica rock 54 minute to black water falls and other state parks. This home has 3 bedrooms with queen beds in every room. The beds are firm mattress which we all sleep amazing well on. The bed linens for every room is provided. The bedrooms have plenty of dresses and closet space. If you sleep with a fan you will need to bring your own. The master bedroom has an attached bathroom . The other 2 bedrooms share a bathroom that is off the hallway, this bathroom has a double vanity and tub shower combo. The bath towels and wash rages are provided, along with the shower gel, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and toilet paper. The kitchen has everything you need they provided trash bags, dish soap, silverware, plates, knives, coffee pot, pots, pans everything you would think a kitchen should have we found there. The one thing we did not find was a wine bottle opener. The property owner is very friendly and helpful, he has lived in the area for sometime now and can answer any questions you have on the area. The house is beautiful through out you can tell that someone built it with love. The river is beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May, 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re thrilled you found the home cozy and comfortable, and that the backyard, river path, and easy access to nearby parks helped make your family time so memorable. We also appreciate the helpful note about the missing wine opener and will make sure that’s addressed. It means a lot to know the house felt well cared for, and we’d love to welcome you back whenever you’re ready for another relaxing stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dixie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom C.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chuck C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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