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Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC

Riverfront bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a hot tub

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Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Burlington, IA
  • Place, Mosquito Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Snake Alley
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Burlington

This bed & breakfast places you next to Mosquito Park and within a 10-minute walk of North Hill Park. The guestroom includes a patio and a sofa bed and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Mosquito Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riverside Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bluff Harbor Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Snake Alley - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port of Burlington Welcome Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Burlington Station - 3 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roederer's Pit Stop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doc's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC

We are located at 500 North Street. The Bear's Den has a southern, street view. However, there is an outdoor deck with a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and our double-lot, flower garden. This room provides a Tempurpedic, King-sized mattress + a fold-out child's bed (children under 6-years - stay FREE!). The bathroom was added in 1920; it has all new plumbing; and is surfaced with original tile on the floor and in the shower. (The hot tub is only available to Penthouse guests on the third floor.)

Full "Award Winning Breakfast" is provided for all guests. We accomodate your requests for breakfast time and menu options.

Guests can stroll through Historic North Hill with homes built in the 1800s to Mosquito Park & North Hill Park & Snake Alley (The Crookedest Street in the World) & venture downtown to historic museums; fine dining; entertainment venues; & unique shops ... The best part of spending a night in the Bear's Den is how quiet it is in a most comfortable Tempurpedic bed.

Family members and friends can also stay in the Berry Patch with a second booking - across the hallway with a Twin-sized Posturpedic mattress with private, full bathroom with shower/tub.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a patio, and a sofa bed. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Burlington, just steps from Bluff Harbor Marina and Mosquito Park, and within a short walk of North Hill Park. You'll also find Snake Alley and Capitol Theater less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Is this bed & breakfast associated with a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC?

At this riverfront bed u0026 breakfast, couples will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a garden plus some guestrooms include water views.

Does Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?

This bed & breakfast offers free breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional), which is 3.2 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC?

Yes, every guestroom at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B, LLC Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were thrilled with the quiet, comfortable, spacious room. It was great for sleeping and for reading. The house and property are beautiful and fascinating historically and architecturally. The hosts were incredibly kind and even helped us out with a car issue. Breakfasts were generous and delicious--quiche, coffee cake, fruit salad, etc. We had a great time and were well pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jian S

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very enjoyed our stay at this a uniques, clean property, the hosts are pleasant, we had enjoable conversations with hosts and the breakfast was excellent. Location are very conveinent it direct into downtown area. Hosts refered us some restaurant that were very good, we think without they told us, we would not able to find such good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A first class real B&B experience! Excellent location...super hosts...all around a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We could not have picked a better place to stay. Location was close to the events we attended downtown. Conversations at breakfast with the hosts were very enjoyable. Breakfasts were excellent and the room and bed were very comfortable. Thank you for the wonderful weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting for Soccer Tournament

Inez was A-Mazing!!! She was so sweet and kind and made us feel at home immediately. On our last day our departure time was moved up unexpectedly and her and David still made us breakfast even tho it was an hour earlier than originally planned. The food was delicious!wa son loved egg
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane D. S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Welcoming

This inn is located on a beautiful river bluff overlooking the Mississippi River in Burlington. The inn was all we needed and more. Our host was thoughtful and welcoming. Our room was comfortable, complete with a Tempur-pedic bed. Our breakfast were healthy and delicious. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024