PAPA BEAR'S LODGE -Best Log Cabin in Nevada City Sleeps up to 10. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: 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 50 lbs per pet.

Q: 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. Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum and Pioneer Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Aug 12, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 8, 2020

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Great Nevada City Getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary beth A.

Jul 6, 2024

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Great trip

Fun times

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

Aug 23, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Tomi V.

Dec 1, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

doug and susan h.

Aug 7, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Jun 28, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

Jan 27, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Oct 27, 2024

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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

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10/10 Excellent

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Jul 24, 2004

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.

10/10 Excellent

gina j.

Sep 23, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Brett T.

Feb 3, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Y.

Dec 29, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Mary beth A.

Nov 27, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Oct 1, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

Aug 16, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Aug 2, 2022

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Great location.

Grate property, family friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Jun 3, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

May 15, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Apr 21, 2022

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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

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

Dec 30, 2021

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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

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Nov 30, 2021

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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

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Boulder Creek, California

Nov 21, 2021

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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

10/10 Excellent

elaine s.

Nov 16, 2021

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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

10/10 Excellent

Raquelle Ann N.

Sep 1, 2021

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RE-TWEET

My family and I stayed in the Papa Bear cabin for a long weekend getaway. The cabin was large and spacious with more than enough room for all of us! The kitchen is very well stocked as well which is a huge plus for a family that likes to cook together! We were especially pleased with the back patio that was also spacious and generously furnished to suit every one of us. We’ll be sure to rebook the next time we visit the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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