Skip to main content
Entire home

Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.

Photo gallery for Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.

Exterior
Interior
Room
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View in a map
Canaan Valley, WV
  • Place, Timberline Four Season Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Canaan Valley Ski Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Blackwater Falls State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.

The mountains are alive inside and out of this beautiful mountain home. Inside enjoy colorful, creative furnishings and finishes that compliment and resound the beauty on the other side of the door. Outside enjoy a large yard with plenty of running room for kids of all ages. Ample decks and porches provide surround seats for the sights and sounds of nature. Every season holds a reason to enjoy Bear’s Lair. Inside enjoy a wood-burning fireplace, pool table, WIFI and multiple TV’s. Outside show off your grill skills, take time to star gaze and enjoy the outside hot tub. **WARNING: Staying at Bear's Lair may create addictive mountain vacation behavior. You will definitely feel like you need to come back again and again!!

Copy and paste the link to view the virtual tour
https://mls.TruPlace.com/property/589/423/

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior
Recently renovated and freshly decorated-welcome to Mountain Getaway!
Timberline
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
Recently renovated and freshly decorated-welcome to Mountain Getaway!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

default

Events

No events allowed

default

Pets

Pets allowed

default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3961085
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Davis

Located in Timberline, a neighbourhood in Davis, this holiday home is in the mountains. Buxton & Landstreet Gallery and Studios and The White Room Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley Ski Resort.
View more Holiday homes in DavisOpens in a new window
Map
Canaan Valley, WV

What's nearby

  • Timberline Four Season Resort - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Canaan Valley - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 18 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Blackwater Falls - 20 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slippery Slope Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quenchers Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Canaan Valley Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mama Mia Italian Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hickory Dining Room - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful home offers a large yard, generous deck and convenient location. located?

Located in Timberline, this holiday home is steps from Timberline Four Season Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sand Run Lake and Canaan Valley. Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and Canaan Valley Resort State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

tammy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another nice stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 3rd time staying at this house. Love the house and yard. Enough space for small family reunion style gatherings. Currently being maintained with some TLC, will be even better when completed.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review on Bear's Lair. We always enjoy having you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristi Y.

Peaceful & comfortable beds

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spacious, clean enough, nice beds! Nice working kitchen! Nice hot tub! Property is secluded and great for the dogs to lie about the yard. Only issue was the lack of A/C.—and the liivingtoom furniture is broken down and needs to be replaced.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you for choosing Best of Canaan. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Bear's Lair. We greatly appreciate your review and we will report your recommendations.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We use Best of Canaan 1-2 times a year for family trips.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2023
We look forward to your return!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

House in need of tlc

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Been coming here for 16 years and always hard to see house not being kept up better. The living room furniture needs replaced and the area rug needs a good cleaning. The beds would be so much better if foam toppers or something could be used to make them less hard. The pool table room had patches all over it but was never repainted. The back deck furniture is filthy. We love the location and have so many beautiful memories here. Hoping some tlc can restore this house to its former glory bc it has so much potential.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Troy R.

Bear's Lair Is A Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental is a very nice place to stay. It has many amenities, it's clean, everything works, and plenty of room. I would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022
Thanks for taking time to review your stay at Bears Lair. We love hearing from our wonderful customers.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for Family

We had a great stay at Bears Lair. Our family of 8 (4 kids, 4 adults) loved how open the downstairs was. It was perfect to hang in different spots and still be able to all mingle. House is conveniently located at base of Mountian just inside Old Timberlines gate. If you like to fish theres 2 beautiful lakes and 2 ponds to fish on.The only thing I can say could be updated are the photos online. Pictures show a room witb 2 bunks perfect for 4 siblings 3-8. Kids were super excited, and sadly disappointed when we arrived and no bunks. This however, was a minor thing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Fall week in the mountains

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve stayed in bears lair several times. The house layout is very convenient as is the location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Secluded

We were there in late October. Leaves were bright, and falling beautifully. We couldn't see any neighbors. Loved that. The house was clean and cozy warm. There were deer in the yard. Had a great time. Playing pool and putting together puzzles and playing cards. Enjoyed Mama Mia's restaurant. Try the Big Timber beer.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jason W.

Very Nice

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very nice and we had a wonderful experience. Down side is the refrigerator needs to be updated, it doesn't get very cold.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay here in the beautiful WV mountains. Thank you for planning your Canaan Valley lodging with Best of Canaan. Please come back and see us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Thanksgiving GetAway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family - 3 adult couples and a baby loved staying in the Bear's Lair. It was spacious & clean. We loved the wood burning fireplace in the cozy LR & especially loved being so close to Dolly Sods for some great hikes. Highly recommend. . We would definintely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your review on Bear's Lair. Thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope to have you back!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Steve M.

Great Layout, Perfect Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Couldn't ask for a better location to Timberline. The place had plenty of space, was great with two families and 5 kids. Pool table and hot tub was a hit. The property was a bit "tired", and unfortunately was a bit dirty when we arrived (really the kitchen/dining room - bathrooms and bedrooms were sparkling), but other than that was a great place and we'd likely return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joel M.

McCreery Vacation @ Bear's Lair

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place, I've stayed here 3 times previous to this so am familiar with the property. It is showing some age; floors worn, etc. but is a good bargain overall for 10 people. Grass could have been mowed; this was not a big deal for us, good stay overall!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay here in the beautiful WV mountains. Thank you for planning your Canaan Valley lodging with Best of Canaan. Please come back and see us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Wonderful escape from holiday craziness!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home was the perfect getaway for our family. It's set on a totally private lot just a short walk from GORGEOUS walking trails. Snowboarding was right down the road and we found great restaurants in nearby Davis. The hot tub appeared new and we got to enjoy it in the snow! The home had everything you need, although my only recommendation would be to bring your own pillow.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

Bear’s Lair

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time. Rental was clean and well furnished. Owners need to finish outside roof repairs, but this does not impinge on inside stay. Hiked. Used hot tub. Visited nearby state parks. Lovely time
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your time at Bear's Lair. We hope to have you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Nice location and property

Decent property had a very nice stay,my granddaughter loved it.She made friends with the big bear stuffed animal,she cried when we left because she didn’t want to leave him.My only complaint would be we would’ve liked to know about the canoe you can use no one told us until we asked another visitor who was on the dock by then it was our last night and it started to rain.Also you pay a $65 fee for the hot tub which doesn’t even work got in and rite back out very disappointed.Other than that we had an awesome time thank you so much for sharing your property with us.😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

lindy m.

Family Ski Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay at Bear's Lair. The first being in 2010. The house needs some TLC but it's a cozy fun place. Well stocked with all the things a good mountain house needs. Hot tub needs replaced and as mentioned in an earlier comment, the beds are a bit firm so if you like a softer feel you'll need to pack accordingly.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2022
Thank you for your review of Bear's Lair. We hope to have you back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michele Y.

Bear’s Lair- Canaan Valley

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I really enjoyed this private property. The pictures don’t do it justice. The 2 main bedroom suites & the 3rd & 4th bedrooms have a shared connected bathroom were perfect for the 6 of us. We loved the front & back decks & firepit. The huge laundry room came in handy. No air conditioning was surprising but it wasn’t bad. I couldn’t find a hose to spray off the dirty outdoor chairs. I loved bringing my pup. Awesome location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2024
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay in Bear's Lair. Your review is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Maity K.

Bears lair

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here several times but each year it gets more run down. The roofing has TVEK pieces on it. The furniture needs to be updated. The ottoman is still really gross and putting a blanket on it doesn't make it better. I know these homes are hard to maintain but little things can go a long way. Hope the owners get a handle on the repairs.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Secluded Hideaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property is very private even though it is towards the front of Old Timberline. This makes it very convenient to get in and out. The house could use some updates and some TLC. The owners appear to be slowly working on the property. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The management company was absolutely wonderful! They were friendly, helpful, and attentive. Would definitely recommend renting through Best of Canaan.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2022
Thank you so much for your recommendation. We can't wait to have you back to Canaan Valley!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Laura C.

Much needed relaxing vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great week at Bear's Lair-our 4th stay in this house. It was a very unusually hot week so all the fans in the house were very helpful but could use some new ones. The house could use some updating, but there is plenty of room for everyone to spread out and our dogs love it too. the beds are very firm but comfortable. And the hot tub was great when it cooled off in the evenings. We brought our kayaks and love how close this house is to the lake. We hiked at Blackwater and Canaan state parks as well as the Valley View trail at the top. And we were lucky enough to see the comet!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2020
Thank you for your review on Bear's Lair. We are thrilled you had a great time and thank you for your suggestions. We hope to see you in Canaan Valley again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Betty W.

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

Bear’s Lair Isn’t Bare

The location was perfect. No close neighbors and no noise. A little disappointed that several of the Eateries listed on the brochure were closed, but we found sufficient places to eat. The house was outdated, but we had everything we needed. Plenty of kitchen paraphernalia to cook most anything. Plenty of towels. The beds were very firm, downright hard. Wood was provided for the fireplace and fire pit. The jacuzzi and pool table were a hit. I would recommend this place for family getaways. I would caution people who have difficulty with stairs as the living room is sunken. Fans were provided, but we got hot a few times as there was no air conditioning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Martinsburg, WV

Great Trip for a Group of a Friends!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Even without AC, this house was overall a great place to be. I love the layout of the house and how comfortable the furniture is. The place DOES smell like dog, especially some of the beds, so make sure to have air freshener and plenty of laundry detergent to try to wash out the smell! Also, the hot tub is small (fits 4 comfortably) so be mindful of that. Many of the outlets do not actually work when you try to plug in devices. Otherwise, this place was a perfect getaway and close to many cool sites like Blackwater Falls! Would definitely visit again. :)
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your review on Bear's Lair. We hope you will come back and visit us again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Ford's Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent the weekend at Bear Lair. There was continuous snow and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the cold weather. We spent time skiing at Timberline, tubing and ice skating at Canaan, and sledding at Black Water Falls. This home was in the perfect location for it all. This is an older home with easy access and tons of room. Our dog, Ford, had a wonderful time exploring the large yard and looking out the large windows. We enjoyed sitting by the fire watching it snow, but this house had a fantastic heating system. The hot tub was a popular spot after a day of winter sports. The owners are currently working on updating the property. Overall, it was clean but needs a good spring cleaning. This won't be our only trip to Bear's Lair and we sure do appreciate the owners sharing their home with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Bear's Lair is our escape

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay here. Donna at Best of Canaan was extremely helpful. We ran out of LP gas on day one and also had trouble with the coffee pot - I called and we had replacements 28 minutes later! I expected to wait quite some time, but they were "Johnny on the spot!" The home is aging, but very comfortable. Our bed was very nice, the pool table is in good working condition, and the hot tub was very relaxing. Fridge and microwave have been updated. Deer were in the yard daily. This place is soooo secluded. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Bear's Lair. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will come back and see us here at Best of Canaan.

About the host

Hosted by Best of Canaan

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback