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Bear Den at Massanutten Resort

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Living room with gas fireplace and 58" TV with Firestick streaming and DVD.
Living room gas fireplace.
Open floorplan with living, dining and kitchen.
View of kitchen from living/dining room area.
Kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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McGaheysville, VA
  • Massanutten Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Masanutten Ski Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Shenandoah National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bear Den at Massanutten Resort

Comfortable 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house inside the gates of Massanutten Resort. Enjoy sitting in the hot tub on the enormous two-level deck surrounded by beautiful woods. Quickly start up the propane fire pit table and enjoy sitting on the deck around the fire with your favorite beverage, or dine al fresco around the outdoor table & chairs. Inside the house is a huge 4-season sunroom spanning the entire back of the house with gorgeous views of the surrounding woods. Well-stocked kitchen with granite countertops and everything you need to make full meals at home. Living room has plenty of cozy seating and a gas fireplace. Two large flat screened TVs, one in living room and one in primary bedroom.

House sleeps 6 in the 3 bedrooms, with capacity to sleep up to 4 more on the sleeper sofa in the sunroom and queen air mattress. (Sleeper sofa best for kids not adults.) Primary bedroom has king bed and en suite bathroom with tub and shower. Bedroom #2 has queen bed. Bedroom #3 has 2 twin XL beds. The second full bathroom is located adjacent to the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. Half bathroom conveniently located in the hallway. The house is all one level with only 1 step up to the front door. Great high-speed internet and wifi so you can do work or school from the house, and stream all your favorite shows on the TVs.

The Bear Den is located within the gates of Massanutten Resort, and all resort amenities are within 3 miles of the house including skiing, snow tubing, indoor/outdoor water park, zip line & ropes course, two 18-hole golf courses, mini golf, Go-Karts, downhill and cross-country mountain biking, hiking trails, and more. Check the resort web page for full details.

** Please note: the privately owned homes at Massanutten are not affiliated with the Resort, but our guests can use a link to book tickets online for resort activities 28 days in advance, as opposed to 10 days for the general public. We strongly encourage booking tickets early, as things do sell out.
** LINK AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST AFTER BOOKING **

If your dates aren't available, check out our other properties: Be Our Guest house is located directly next door, property ID 2389552. The Nutt House property ID 1990751; Hopkins House property ID 2132571.

MASSANUTTEN RULES

This home is in a private residential neighborhood and is part of the Massanutten Property Owners Association (MPOA), governed by its rules and regulations. There are rental homes in all MPOA neighborhoods, but people also live here. Your nearby neighbors may be full-time residents, including families with children, retirees, second-home owners and other guests enjoying their retreat.

NOISE
Quiet hours: 10 PM - 7 AM.
Keep noise indoors during these hours.
No excessive noise at any time, as judged by MPOA or its assigned agents.

PARKING
Keep all tires off the road.
Don’t block fire hydrants or park in front of another property without written approval from your host.
Park only in designated areas or overflow lot (4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840
No buses, campers, or RVs to be parked at homes or on roads. Overflow lot is available with written approval from your host.

OUTDOOR FIRES
High wildfire risk area!
No open fires.
No unattended fires.
No firepit use during quiet hours (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM).
Firepits and grills may be restricted during local emergency conditions, check MassanuttenVillage dot com or electronic sign at entrance for updates.

ALCOHOL
No open containers on roads or in common areas.

PETS
Leash always required when outside.
Clean up after your pets.

TRASH
Do not place trash outside, including screened-in porches, decks or car ports. Trash attracts wildlife, which could endanger you and damage the property.
Trash attracts wildlife, some of which can endanger you and the property.
Dumpsters are located at 4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840

Property manager

Leah Haworth
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
One-time fee of $50 per pet. No size limits.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Shower (with soap!) before using hot tub.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

McGaheysville

Located in McGaheysville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Port republic Battle Field and Port Republic Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Harrisonburg Farmers Market and Shenandoah Heritage Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at University Park or Shenandoah Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McGaheysville, VA

What's nearby

  • Massanutten Water Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
  • James Madison University - 19 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodstone Meadows - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elkton Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Italian Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Virginia BBQ & Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goodfellas - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Den at Massanutten Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bear Den at Massanutten Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Bear Den at Massanutten Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Den at Massanutten Resort?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bear Den at Massanutten Resort located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Massanutten Water Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of George Washington National Forest and Masanutten Ski Resort. Shenandoah River and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Cozy Bear Den!!!

Leah, our host was very accommodating and communicative! There was a warm welcome before we even opened the door!The entire cabin was clean and ready for us! The beds were comfy, and although we didn’t use the hot tub or outdoor fireplace, and the gas grill was brand new! Above and beyond, pet bowls were even left out for our furry friend, even if we didn’t need them because we brought our own!We didn’t use any of the Massanutten Resort amenities, but a binder at the cabin was full of information about things to do in the area!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

NYE

The place was in the perfect location close to everything. House looked even better in person, we all commented about that as soon as we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Great time

Just as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Great Location

Perfect place to stay for ski resort and WaterPark access. Host was quick to respond and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Beautiful home

We had a great time! Fantastic location in the mountains, loved the hot tub and views from the deck. Everything was well stocked and super clean, and best part is the beds were so comfy! I would definitely recommend this home for anyone looking to stay in Massanutten or near Harrisonburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Wonderful

As previous reviews have noted, this home is incredibly comfortable and well cared for. We had a wonderful time and will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Floridians

Visiting family that live in the Harrisonburg area. Was a very good stay at home. All needs and expectations were met.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable. Beds were great. Hot tub fun! Good floor plan for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Relaxing and SOOOO comfortable

My elderly mother probably made her last trip with us - she is failing fast. We were so comfortable. The views out the back are serene and the beds heavenly. Mom especially enjoyed the gas fireplace. Hopefully we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great place to stay

Short weekend family trip. Great location and plenty of room. Communications easy and prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami G.

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

Nice place to rent

Nice place to stay while moving my kid to college! Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Bear's Den stay

Leah was an exceptional host. We really liked the home's layout and furnishings. The beds and pillows were very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Family vacation

We took a family vacation to visit Massanutten resort, Virginia safari drive through and luray caverns. Every activity was an easy drive from the house. The house was clean, comfortable and located in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed having the space and the hot tub . We had a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa R.

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

Great home away from home!

Bear den had a great location, close to recreation and restaurants. The house was clean, fully stocked and felt like home. I'd recommend bear den to friends, family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

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

Beautiful Countryside

We really enjoyed this home. About 30 minutes away from Shenendoah National Park which is where we spent most of our time. We didn't take advantage of the local resort but we enjoyed some of the local wineries and some hikes in the NP. Coming from the dry Southwest, it was lovely just to see all the green lawns, trees, and small towns. The house itself was spacious for three adult couples. Open floorplan made it easy to prepare food and snacks in the kitchen while enjoying each other's company. We BBQ'd one night and enjoyed the spa each evening (one of the main reasons we booked this home). The bedding was comfortable and the house was stocked with everything we needed. Nothing negative to say but I could see the driveway being a challenge in the winter (steep) and not much insulation so it was easy to hear others walking around, etc. I would definitely return and/or recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

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

Beautiful property wonderful host

We recently stayed at this beautiful property. It has everything that you need just bring your clothes and enjoy the day the host Leah was amazing and she responded so quickly to any questions that I had. I would definitely recommend staying here anytime you visit Massanutten.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keshia A.

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

Deserving of the 10/10 rating

When originally booking, I was skeptical about the 10/10 ratings. Upon entering I knew exactly why this house was rated a perfect 10. Instructions were clear, the labeling of the lights were perfect, and it was very clean. Felt like home away from home. This is the only place I will stay when visiting the area. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby M., Locust Grove, Va

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

Great house near all the activities

Great location, nice house, wonderful hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Convenient Getaway

The property was clean and well-appointed. It had lots of space for our family of four to spread out. The hot tub was wonderful, and the convenience of being just a few minutes from the waterpark and ski slopes was amazing. The hosts were gracious with early checkin and late checkout, which was an added bonus. We would definitely return to the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob D., Orem, Utah

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

Roomy, comfortable, and clean

Stayed here for a few days of skiing at Massanutten - while the snow was somewhat lacking, the Bear Den was awesome. Plenty of room for games, hot tubbing, gathering. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi A.

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

Great stay at the Bear Den

We enjoyed our time at this home. Very spacious for our family, we especially enjoyed the back sunroom. It was close to all the Massanutten activities which allowed us to minimize driving time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

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

Excellent Fall Get-a-way

Stayed a few days in the Massanutten area to enjoy fall activities in Virginia. This home was centrally located to the places we wanted to explore. It more than met our needs, as it felt very homey, comfortable, and quiet. The jacuzzi felt good on sore muscles after biking and hiking, and the amenities of the home were just fine. I would definitely stay here again when I next come back to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best we could ask for!

This home was everything I didn’t know I needed! One floor living was amazing - I always give my parents the main floor bedroom, but it was nice we could all be on one level together. There was plenty of room to spread out during our stay! The kids begged for showers (as if that ever happens) so they could get in the hot tub! They’re the cleanest they’ve been in years! ;) Everything was lovely and Leah couldn’t have been more accommodating. Very grateful for Leah and her home as they provided a weekend of memories to last a lifetime!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Clean, amazing home

The house was exactly what we needed. It was perfectly clean and the manager is very easy to communicate with. We especially loved the outdoor grill and hot tub which was very well maintained. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney A.

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed at this property for parents weekend at JMU. We enjoyed this property so much. The place was clean and cozy. It was very convenient to JMU. Leah was a great host and was very responsive to any texts. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Leah Haworth

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