Unique and charming, exquisitely themed Log Cabin

Bring your family, extended family, or several couples for a fun-filled getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. This "Micro Resort" is spacious enough for a large group of people and quaint enough for limited numbers. In the summer, spend time paddling on the Sacandaga River or hiking in the area, then relax sipping on a drink in the outdoor Margaritaville Bar by the firepit!! In the winter there’s cross country skiing or snowmobiling from the trails connected to our property. The space This entire property is “yours” for the extent of your stay; no other guests will be present on the site. This property is like nothing you have ever experienced before. It has a full restaurant kitchen, full bar, 3 fireplaces, 3 baths, washer and dryer, dishwasher, pool table, several wall games, huge chandelier, and large Adirondack wood slab dining table. And the best part is “The Bear’s Den,” a forty-foot-long room with 5 full sized beds surrounded by a woodsy setting and a night sky hand painted on the ceiling. You’ll feel like you’re asleep in the great outdoors. The property is located at 118 State Highway 10 Caroga Lake (Arietta), NY and will sleep 20 people+ (depending on your sleeping arrangements). If you’re looking for a classy, cozy, and unique accommodation that will meet all of your needs, this is one you will talk about for years to come. Summer will feature a full sand volleyball court, a water feature with 3 cascading waterfalls and a fire pit in the middle. It also has a BBQ area with a gas BBQ grill, a electric meat smoker, a gas flat top grill, a wood fired outdoor pizza oven, and a gazebo with a Margaritaville bar. There’s a short Nature trail off the property to the west branch of the Sacandaga River, where you can set by the water on a secluded white sand beach in a chaise lounge reading your favorite book in the sun. In the beginning or end of your day you will WANT to experience the "Bears Den's" outdoor shower, where you will find yourself surrounded by hanging plants and greenery as you wash your troubles away under the 12" rain showerhead!! In the winter, you can snowshoe, cross country ski, and snowmobile right from the snowmobile trails that connect to the property. And there is downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, and downhill tubing within a 20-minute car ride. And then you get to come back to a cozy cabin, kick off your boots and sit by the fireplace in the "Great Room". With your beloved Pet, if you wish to bring him or her!!!) Guest access All areas are guest accessible. Please note that there is a $150 cleaning fee for each booking. Pets are welcome, with a $50 fee per pet per stay. Guests are responsible for any damage to the cabin or its contents during their stay. Please monitor your guests, if you observe your guests acting in an unsafe manner ot consuming alcoholic beverages excessivly, please control their behavior. If a guest becomes sick from excessive drinking and stains or ruins carpets or any other items within the lodge, you will be financially responsible. If additional guests are added To your group you are required to notify us with a total number of guests. There may be additional charges, depending on the numbers in your group. If we are not made aware of the additional numbers, the charges may potentially be doubled for the people that are not reported. Please note: There is a full mount bear in the great room valued at $8,000. Dogs must be kept away from this Real Bear mount and there is a movable containment device for your use to discourage pet/bear interaction. Pets must be crated if you leave your pet in the cabin for any amount of time. Firewood is also available at market price. Let us know what you want to do and we’ll help you create a memorable stay at The Bear’s Den. Other things to note Please note that the cabin should be left in the same general condition as it was when you arrived, or it could be noted in the review of your stay. We provide unlimited bottled spring water for your convenience. And we are not responsible for weather related events or power outages that may occur though they rarely do. Please note that sheets, bedding and pillowcases are provided for your convenience. This property is intensely decorated with Bear themed decor (friendly bears of course). There may even be an option to solicit a noteworthy Adirondack storyteller (Depending on availability) to come and speak of bear habitat and the life of Adirondack Black Bears in general. There is a sizable collection of educational, informative, and entertaining “Bear” DVDs that can be played in the DVD player that is connected to one of the 3 big screen TVs. Get your singing voice ready because you can participate in Karaoke on one of the Big screens as well!! If you have a group in mind message us to see if we can accommodate your needs. We have accomodated as many as 20 people depending on your sleeping arrangements and the use of rollaway beds, a futon and couches. ( and now available with the “Glamping Tent” on the property…. We are installing a Hot tub at the Bears Den and an optional Glamping Tent. To use these additional amenities there is an additional charge.. The charges are as follows: To enhance your Adirondack vacation. Experience with up to 4 people utilizing the outdoor tent feature will be an additional $150.00 per group reservation To relax and enjoy the Hot tub feature for up to 4 people at a time maximum. Will be an additional $150. For 2 to 4 night reservations and $200. For 2 to 7 night reservations. Please message at time of reservation for details and further info if you are planning to use these amenities during your vacation. Payment for these amenities will be expected to be made at the time of check in. Let us know what you would like to do and we’ll do any thing we can to help you create a memorable stay at The Bear’s Den.