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PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10.

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Welcome to Papa Bear's Lodge!
Great room in Papa Bear's Lodge.
Great room from entrance.
large mahogany dining table locally made from the floor of a vintage box car.
TV corner of great room. papa Bear likes to hang out here.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Nevada City, CA
  • Place, South Yuba River State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest Headquarters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Off Broadstreet Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft + Den

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

BATHROOM OFF KITCHEN

Towels provided · Toilet

HALL BATHROOM

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10.

ALSO ON THE SAME PROPERTY WE OFFER MAMA BEAR'S CABIN FOR 4 (VRBO # 46822) AND BABY BEAR'S COTTAGE FOR 2 (VRBO# 72370).

$20/nt fee for additional guests above six count.
Description: Located 65 miles east of Sacramento, and 75 miles west of Tahoe, in the Northern Sierra Foothills, our spacious and comfortable Timber Lodge is now available for rental year round. We are situated on five treed acres just minutes from historic downtown Nevada City, and the spectacular Yuba River.

There is a $25 pet fee per dog, per stay. up to 2 dogs only. (Sorry, no cats.) A $200 cleaning fee and 10% bed tax is charged in addition to the room rate and the VRBO service fee.

The main lodge has three bedrooms and two and a half baths. (For added space be sure to check out the other two cabins). The large loft has extra sleeping space and sitting area. The large master suite has full bath with double sinks, a king bed, twin day bed and regular twin bed. The second and third bedrooms each have a queen bed. These latter two rooms share a bath. There is also a trundle day bed in the den.

**Please note we are only taking up to a maximum of 10 guests at this time.

The large country kitchen has everything you need, and plenty of room to fix a gourmet meal for larger group.s. The large dining table, made from the mahogany lining of an old box car, can accommodate ten.

The large great room has a woodburning stove, ample couches and chairs. There are plenty of books to read and games to play. There are numerous eclectic art pieces throughout the lodge, and a baby grand piano in the great room for those who can play.

The hot tub awaits off the wraparound covered back porch for ralaxIng with your morning coffee (please no children under 10 years old in the hot tub) and watching the occasional deer or turkey family wander onto the property. You may even see one of the bear family wander by to discover who's been sleeping in their bed! Papa Bear's Lodge is available year round.

Keywords: Log lodge Vacation Rental
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Be mindful of spiral stairs. Games, books, toys.
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Events

No events allowed
See details below in custom house rules.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to two dogs allowed. $25/pet/ stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our whole property is non-smoking.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: See details below in custom house rules.
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 and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. ?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. on 24 Jun 2026 start from £270, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. located?

This family-friendly Nevada City cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of South Yuba River State Park and Tahoe National Forest Headquarters. Miners Foundry Cultural Center and Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great stay

We’ll be back! It was perfect for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Nevada City Getaway

Great Nevada City Getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Great Getaway

We had a great time down at the river and at the fair, the house is so peaceful, the deer came to visit us every morning and evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary beth A.

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

Great trip

Fun times
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

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

Quiet Cabin

What a wonderful retreat. We were in town for a wedding and needed a place to stay. We had 5 adults with plenty of room to spare.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

doug and susan h.

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

Paul’s wedding

Very cozy well stocked. Neat floor plan very open. Having air conditioning was great. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Country retreat

Forget all your worries as you stay at Papa Bear Retreat. Perfect for large groups, plenty of space for sleeping and hanging out. Beautiful property, hang outside and play cornhole with the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

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

Awsome log cabin

This place was perfect for a big group of friends to have a cozy winter vacation. Its just an hour to the ski slopes. Papa bear and Baby bear cabins share a driveway and are right next to eachother, and we rented both for our big group. It was awsome having the hot tubs, a big porch, fireplace, and lots and lots of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomi V.

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

Great place once you find it!

This is a beautiful big country cabin and the theme holds up through out. Only caution is it can be hard to find at night and there is no cell service in the area. Know exactly where you are going before you go. Also, make sure you see all fees before you book. I would stay there again if I had a larger group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Guestbook Comment

The upscale log construction and antique furnishings of this cabin were quite comforting for us. We had several week long stays. Besides the quiet wooded atmosphere a few minutes from town, we had functional space for sleeping, cooking, eating, reading and videos. It is a place to get some office work done in peace away from all the distractions- except for the many regional ammenities beakoning outside. We felt a part of this unique mountain neighborhood and yet had our privacy to unwind.
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Beautiful house and area

The house and property are beautiful and perfectly located. Deer and wild turkeys came right to the house. The Yuba river is at the end of the road you drive up on, you just gotta keep driving even when you hit the narrow dirt road. We went for Grass Valley but fell in love with Nevada City. Papa Bear was much bigger than we needed but we love space, and it had plenty of it. We got to sit on the backyard porch and watch the deer. You are in the deep woods, yet only about 3 miles away or so from Nevada City. It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gina j.

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

Beautiful Lodge

We are 3 sisters and our husbands who stayed at this wonderful “lodge”.The place was perfect! We are all in our 70s, so having three bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths downstairs was a big plus. The lodge is very well equipped; plenty of towels, extra blankets, and everything you could need in the kitchen. My sisters and I all needed cookie sheets for something we were cooking, and we were surprised to find three there. Most of the places we’ve stayed in have just the minimum required throughout the house, so we were pleasantly surprised. The art work throughout the house is very eclectic, and everywhere we looked, we saw something new. Nevada City is very close, and it’s a really cute town to explore. We had a delicious lunch at The Crazy Horse Saloon and Grill. All in all it was a lovely and peaceful getaway with dozens of turkeys greeting us each morning. I hope we can return here every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host was exceptionally kind and made sure we felt very welcomed…. We enjoyed the spacious living, comforts of home and the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Y.

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

Heaven in the Woods

This was the most memorable Christmas trip we have ever had, thanks to the cozy, comfortable, and lovely "Papa Bear" cabin - which is so much bigger than the photos make it look! The house is packed with everything we needed - kitchen items, robes (great for the hot tub), indoor and outdoor games, puzzles, books, shampoos, and soaps .... it was like staying at your best friend's lodge in the woods. The drive into downtown Nevada City is only 5-6 minutes, and the nearby hikes are spectacular! We were all so sad to leave. Dru and Rene answered any questions we had immediately and Dru came to our rescue several times with extra firewood and help with the heat. His kindness and friendliness really brought the spirit of Christmas right to our door :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary beth A.

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

We had such a wonderful time!!

We’d like to rent this again next summer for 9 days, in July. All 3 properties (Papa, Mama & Baby Bear). We had such a great time. Thank you 😊😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Beautiful home and property. House is well maintained with needed supplies.

Great time was had by all. My two adult children, two grandchildren, and 97 yr old mother joined me for a relaxing getaway. Grandson loved the fishing. It is close to town and other amenities. Check out the other cabins if your party isn't large.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

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The place was just beautiful and really well cared for! You can tell there is pride of ownership - w

We would highly recommend this as a family retreat. Clean, well maintained could probably use a few updated mattresses but minor quibble! Furnishings are comfy and in great shape! Just loved it!! Already planning on next visit. Great spot for our dogs too. You can tell the place is well loved and cared for, and owners are great about responding!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Great location.

Grate property, family friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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Wedding stay

This property was better than expected and was so beautiful. Family/friends stayed here for my daughter’s resent wedding. The rooms and Papa Bear cabin were perfect. Great decor, very peaceful, and quaint. Everyone loved rooms & their stay. Check in was easy. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

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Family Get-together

Though we were expecting a 'cabin', we were all amazed at how large it was -- particularly the main room with multiple seating areas and a wonderful big dining table. We were a party of 6 adults -- three brothers and their respective partners. The cold and sometimes rainy, hailing, snowy weather limited the fishing aspirations, so we spent more time indoors and enjoyed the main room for card games, tv watching and occasional napping. The wood stove was often used and the early morning heat from furnace etc, was most appreciated on our 35 degree mornings. All in all a good time!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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Great getaway in Nevada City

We were very impressed with the setting and the home. A true vintage cabin in the woods!So cozy and homey and spacious. The bedrooms were perfect for our family and we loved the whole feel of the house. The wrap around deck was definitely a plus and a great place to sit out and relax and take in the peacefulness. We will definitive be back to stay again. The hosts were very easy to get a hold of and very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Magical place fir Christmas Stay

We absolutely loved this property and hope to be back same time next year. The owners are lovely and very responsive. We are very happy we chose this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

We were in "wow" when we walked in the door!

The large kitchen was perfect for a family Thanksgiving gathering! Cozy corners and extra large dining table made it perfect for everyone. The wood stove and all the books made you want to just sit and relax, but the wonderful setting and easy trails make you want to hike off some of that pie! Love to make this gathering place a regular stop.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Spacious Log Cabin

This house was beautiful inside and out. Big kitchen, huge living room, and lots of bedrooms. Only a 10 minute drive to town. We loved how cozy it was with all the wood. Our family had a great time here. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elaine s.

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

Wonderful Weekend Getaway

The grounds were beautiful and the home was clean, well stocked, roomy and comfortable. There was a great room for gathering as well as enough bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rene and Drue

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We have lived in this wonderful community of Nevada City for over 30 years now, and find that our guests love the area as much as we do. Papa Bear's Lodge was our family home until our son graduated from college. We now live in town, right next to Rene's studio, just a short distance from the lodge and cabins. Our cabins reflect our love for the arts, and you'll find Rene's handmade pottery there too.

Why they chose this property

We stumbled upon the jewel of Nevada city in 1989 and, impressed with the local theater scene and the wholesome, friendly atmosphere, decided this was the place to live and raise our young son. In 2000 we moved to this wonderful property and our years of family time here. Our son is long grown and on his own, So some time ago we decided to move from Papa Bear's Lodge to our home in town, which is conveniently located next to Rene's pottery studio. We love the friendly people, history, culture and ambiance of Nevada City, as well as the beauty of the surrounding foothills. We consider it a gift to be able to share our lodge and cabins with visitors to this area.

What makes this property unique

Though you feel like you are out in the woods, you are only 2.5 miles from the energy of downtown, with it's many shops, live theater, fine dining, city park and pool, and night life. Go the other direction, and you are just 3.5 miles from our magical Yuba River with its huge boulders and big swimming holes as well as fine hiking paths. If you want to just stay cozy in one of the log cabins, you will not be disappointed. The feeling there is so serene, even we feel like we are on vacation when we are there. In the summer time, the children's camps are in session all around Lake Vera. We are located next to Camp Augusta.

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