REVIEWS*
Date of Stay: August 2020
Posted On: 8/30/20 by Lois U.
“Awesome place!
This was my second rental in the past three years.
Bear's Den is in a private location and the property is well maintained.
The cabin comes equipped with everything that one would need. I absolutely have no complaints!
We enjoyed a week at the cabin, and spent 4 days on Loon lake, using the canoes, kayak's and row boat that were provided.
Located close to Saranac lake and Lake Placid. I can't wait to get back there. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a nice cabin get away.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you so much for the very nice review! We are glad you had a great time at the Bear's Den!”
Date of Stay: July 2019
Posted On: 7/16/19 by Mike C.
“The Bear's Den is an awesome little place in a quiet, secluded, wooded area just a short walk from Loon Lake. The cabin was very clean and comfortable with plenty of space to stretch out and relax. The refrigerator, stove and microwave are all in excellent condition. We practically lived on the screened-in porch during our stay, since it's the perfect way to enjoy the fresh air and scenery without being bothered by the bugs. It was great to have access to the canoe and kayaks on the lake (we didn't use the rowboat). There are some good hiking trails around the area, and the lake has good fishing. If you like stream fishing, the North Branch of the Saranac River is a 10-minute drive away. Saranac Lake is about 30 minutes or so, and you can get groceries and supplies there. Overall, the Bear's Den is a real gem, and we're already planning our next trip back!”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for the excellent review on the Bear's Den! We're glad you had a great vacation and are already planning your return!”
Date of Stay: June 2019
Posted On: 6/10/19 by Melissa F.
“Beautiful secluded cabin!! Pictures don't do justice and until you have seen it in person you won't know the beauty within!! Love the rustic atmosphere and the touch of decor matches perfectly. Everything was clean and the best thing was the screened in porch. Our pup loved sitting out with us and didn't have to worry about any bugs getting to us. Peaceful and very relaxing location. Not too far to drive into town and lots of trails to hike on within the area. Owner had everything set up and also has notebook with trails and information about the area. Very prompt to answer any questions and very polite. We will definitely be back next year and hope to be able to stay 2 weeks. Thank you for allowing us to use your cabin and it felt just like home!! We will always recommend your cabin to family and friends!! ”
Owner's Response
“Thank you so much for the really great review! It is a very special and private spot! We're very glad you had a wonderful time and will return next year and recommend the Bears Den to friends and family, thanks!!”
Date of Stay: October 2018
Posted On: 10/12/18 by Denise C.
“We stayed a week at the Bears Den..it was absolutely perfect! The location was so private and secluded....we had excellent access to hiking and the scenery was perfect! The cabin had all.amenities needed and was so well equipped...we will most definately recommend the Bears Den to anyone and would love to stay their again”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for writing a very nice review. We are happy you had a wonderful vacation at the Bear's Den and hope you return soon.”
Date of Stay: August 2018
Posted On: 8/27/18 by Dick + Amy M.
“The Bear's Den rates high (4.5 stars) on our list of the dozen cabins, camps, and cottages we've stayed in for vacations in the Adirondacks and rural Maine. Sitting on the wonderful screened-in porch, we felt as if we were on our own private island surrounded not with the sound of surf but with the similar sound of the trees rustled with the breezes. The kitchen is new and modern: gas range, new refrigerator, stainless steel sink, spacious feeling with light, natural wood and a high ceiling, good lighting; the bathroom is new with an excellent, clean walk-in shower. The well water is better than our water at home. All of these are superior to most refurbished camps crowded close together directly on the water. The website described 2 full beds and a twin loft, but we found one 'full' is actually a queen (with a twin up a ladder above it); the queen foam mattress was comfy but tended to sag slightly toward the center; we found a way to adapt to it, but were relieved to get home to our own bed. The bedrooms are nicely finished but small, which is totally fine for a vacation stay. The bear theme kitsch throughout all rooms was a bit overdone, though we became fond of the bear politely holding up the toilet paper in front of the toilet! The living room with flatscreen TV over pellet stove in old stone fireplace feels a little more campy than the rest of the cottage. We were happy to trade the beauty and immediate access of lakeshore for the privacy and nearby access (maybe an 8-10 minute walk along the road) to our own dock with canoe, rowboat, and 2 kayaks all available for only our use. The water along the dock is very shallow and a little weedy, so it's not a very good place for swimming, but with the boats, it's possible to find better swimming places, though not a large sandy beach. We never did find, from Dave's directions, the town beach at the other end of the lake. Loon Lake is in two 1-mile sections connected by a narrow neck you might not spot until you get close. The road by Bear's Den is lightly traveled by day, and at night we didn't hear any road noise. Crusher Mt is a short, steep hike that starts a 10 minute road walk from the cabin, and it has an alternative descent which is not as steep; there is a nice Lookout Rock view over the lake on the way up. The Loon Lake Mt trailhead is 2.2 miles from the cabin, and that offers an easy start becoming steeper toward the top. There are two trails up Debar Mt, further away, with a very steep climb in the final 8/10 mile. The dirt road by our dock continues for a 2.5 mile walk to a footbridge at Mud Lake and more trails and roads branching off from there. Overall, we had a delightful week.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for writing very nice review! We are happy you have an delightful stay at the Bear's Den! Thank you for pointing out the discrepancy about the queen bed being listed as a full bed on the site. I will go ahead and make that change! We may look at getting a new mattress and will update this review response when we do. Glad you made full use of the lake, boats and got some hiking in too! We hope you will return sometime soon. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: August 2018
Posted On: 8/20/18 by Lynne P.
“We've rented a few cabins in the Adirondacks over the years and this is by far one of the best experiences! The Bears Den was not only affordably priced, it was spacious, peaceful and private too. The cabin was clean, cozy and well equipped with working appliances. Wifi was a plus, along with washer & dryer and screen room. Loon Lake is lovely and my husband enjoyed having the opportunity to explore it in the canoe provided. (Kayaks and row boat available too) Having a place that welcomes our 2 dogs is a must, and there was even a bowl of fresh spring water waiting for them the day we arrived, along with a gift of Adirondack maple syrup for us (thank you Matt!) We're really happy we chose The Bears Den this year & will absolutely be back!”
Owner's Response
“Thank you very much for writing an awesome review! We're happy you had a great time at the Bear's Den! Glad that you did some exploring on Loon Lake and that your dogs had a good time too! We hope you will return soon. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: August 2018
Posted On: 8/15/18 by Lois C.
“We rented the Bear's Den for our recent Honeymoon. It featured everything we could have possibly needed.
The cabin itself was very well maintained and by far the cleanest place I've ever rented.
The price was very reasonable as well.
I would highly recommend the Bear's Den to anyone looking for a nice, private cabin with all the amenities.
Especially nice were the kayaks, row boat and canoe, that were available for our use in nearby Loon Lake.
We had a great time and even caught some fish.
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Owner's Response
“Thank you for writing such a nice review and congratulations! We are glad you enjoyed your vacation at the Bear's Den and that you made use of the boats down at the lake and caught some fish! We hope you will return. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: July 2018
Posted On: 8/8/18 by Jack R.
“We stayed 7/28 - 8/04 and had a terrific time. The cabin was clean and of a nice size. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the nice open lawn provided an area for the dogs to exercise as well as a special place for us to sit and relax. The screened porch was a god-send during the hot muggy weather. We had a terrific time and recommend the Bear's Den without reservations.
(NO PUN INTENDED)
Nikki & Jack”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for taking the time to write a very nice review! We're glad you had a terrific vacation at the Bear's Den! Thank you for leaving the cabin nice and clean. We hope you will return in the future. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: July 2018
Posted On: 7/30/18 by Caroline K.
“We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. It is very comfortably furnished and had the best-equipped kitchen I have ever encountered in a rental. We practically lived on the screened-in porch. I was initially concerned about not being right on the lake, but the walk was so short, it did not inhibit us from going to and fro a number of times each day. We loved having the kayaks and canoe. The caretaker was incredibly responsive to our minor concerns. We knew the area well, so had no trouble finding the freshest eggs and locally grown fruits and vegetables. Our only complaint was that, though there are many lights, almost none were good for reading. Adding a standing lamp near one of the armchairs and a brighter light on the end table between to 2 couches would be a big improvement. We are very likely to return and encourage others to stay in this place.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for writing such a nice review and for the suggestion! We will get some better lighting for reading. We are happy you had a wonderful stay at the Bear's Den and took full advantage of the lake, boats and screen porch! We hope to see you in 2019 and beyond. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: June 2018
Posted On: 7/6/18 by Juan L.
“Fabulous place. The cabin is big, and beautifully appointed. We love to cook so we appreciated the lovely stove. It is very quiet and private. The lake is 2 minutes away, and the kayaks, canoe, and row boat were very much appreciated. Great fishing! The owner is very VERY helpful and prompt. We were here during a beastly hot stretch, and survived by closing up the cabin at 8 AM and opening it up at 8 PM. The grill is wonderful too, and the internet works well. Thank you so much. Great time.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you so much for writing such a nice review. Really glad you had a nice vacation at the Bear's Den! It was really hot for the past couple weeks, glad it helped to close the windows during the day and open at night. The fishing is really great, I hope you got some lunkers! We hope you will return. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: October 2017
Posted On: 10/11/17 by Cheryl B.
“Beautiful location and very private. We stayed during peak fall foliage and were not disappointed. The cabin is homey with a well equipped kitchen and numerous amenities. Owner was very accommodating as we experienced last minute car repair needs. Only downside, to us, was that our bed was too soft, but that is always different for each person. Overall a great value for very fair pricing!! ”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for the nice review. We hope you will return.”
Date of Stay: August 2017
Posted On: 9/25/17 by Jacqueline H.
“The Bear Den in Loon Lake is a charming well maintained cabin with access to a gorgeous lake complete with loons and kayaks and a canoe.
While staying there was an issue with the toilet that was dealt with quckly and with respect for our Privacy and time there.
I enjoyed my stay and the walks and hikes in the area a lot.
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Date of Stay: June 2017
Posted On: 8/6/17 by Erick, Claire, and Soren E.
“We had the nicest time at the Bear's Den! We were there over Father's Day weekend and Erick says it was one of his best Father's Days ever. The cabin was simple and cozy and had everything we needed to be comfortable. When the listing says "rustic", it means it, but that was exactly what we were looking for. There was a walk to the lake, but the canoe and kayaks were there already, so there was no need to transport them, just the paddles and life jackets which were stored at the cabin. Since Loon Lake has no public boat ramp, there isn't a lot of motorized boat traffic which was very nice. There were plenty of places to walk from the doorstep and Loon Lake Mountain is a very short drive away. The owner was installing a washing machine as we were leaving, so that will add another convenience. We enjoyed our stay very much and hope to return. ”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so glad you had an excellent vacation at the Bears Den. Loon Lake is very special with the crystal clear water and little boat traffic (we wish there was even less.) I know it's only a short walk to the lake but you can drive down if that is easier with life jackets, fishing gear and cooler. Sorry the washing machine was not installed for your stay. We are always making improvements to make it as comfortable as possible. We hope you will keep us in mind for future ADK getaways. Thanks again!”
Date of Stay: August 2016
Posted On: 8/13/16 by Kathy S.
“We recently returned from a wonderful week in the Bear's Den. The cabin was just what we wanted: secluded, comfortable, well-stocked with cookware and utensils so we didn't have to haul it all. We are tent campers, so this was a big step up in ease. The lake is not in view from the cabin - but neither are any other cabins. We enjoyed sitting in the yard, listening to the breeze rustling through the treetops that surrounded us. We walked and bicycled to our Loon Lake access, where we enjoyed swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing every day. We did the short hike (walked from the cabin) to sit on a rock an overlook Loon Lake. It is a jaunt to town, Saranac. We did a lot of relaxing near the cabin and at the lake, but also visited Saranac and Lake Placid. Our most exciting day was whitewater rafting, beginning in Indian Lake. I would definitely stay at Bear's Den again. If you like fancy, skip it. If you like rustic, comfortable, with all amenities, it may be for you. ”
Date of Stay: July 2016
Posted On: 7/17/16 by Debra T.
“Rented this cabin from Matt and had a wonderful stay! The Cabin was very clean and cozy and the lake was amazing with use of 2 kayaks, canoe and a row boat. So peaceful and serine. We lived it . Also Matt's hospitality was wonderful! He brought us all fresh doughnuts! Thanks Matt!! 5 stars for you place!”
Owner's Response
“We're so glad you had a nice stay at the Bear's Den! Thank you for the very nice review. We hope you will come back soon!”
Date of Stay: June 2013
Posted On: 8/12/15 by Joseph B.
“Stayed at (The Bears Den) a couple of years ago during summer and winter dates, Had the time of my life! ATV paradise, Same trails you use in winter months on Sleds. Very scenic vistas from trail system, Fishing local lakes and ponds is unmatched! All fed by winter run off from the mountains. Bring your fish poles and cooler, Because you are going to fill them with fish from the cleanest water you have ever seen. Fall hunting is at its best, White Tail Fever? Get your Prescription here! Filling your tags is a long tradition at the Bears den. I had the pleasure of winter snowmobile riding there, It was a real blast! Dress warm. Accommodations were well appointed and on par for a Adirondack camp. I loved the Big screen TV and stereo at night while sipping on a cold beverage. I was kept warm and comfy by the pellet stove. All in all a real good time. Cant wait to stay again. ”
Owner's Response
“We're so glad you had good times at the Bear's Den and hope you return soon! Thanks for the great review.”
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