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The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Terrace/patio
TV
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hardin, KY
  • Place, Kenlake State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenlake Tennis Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Patti's Settlement 1880's
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Aurora

This vacation home is a short stroll from Kentucky Lake and Kenlake State Park. The vacation home includes a patio, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • Kenlake State Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kenlake Tennis Center - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Murray State University - 19 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Lake Barkley State Resort Park - 19 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Patti's Settlement 1880's - 35 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boss Hogg’s Boars Nest Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Belew's Dairy Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Amazin’ Blaze Bbq - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Willow Pond Southern Catfish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dinner Bell Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora

Welcome to the Bear Cave! A comfy clean place with a hot tub to stay after day on the lake or trails. Conveniently located 1 mile from Kentucky Lake, Land between the Lakes ,restaurants, gas station and Dollar General. Plenty of room for parking a boat or ATV trailer. If you would like to use bicycles to ride the trail between the bridges (Kentucky lake @ Lake Barkley)let us know when booking. This four person unit can be combined with an adjacent four person unit to make a larger gathering possible. There is a private patio and hot tub with this unit. If you wish to grill there is a grassy area behind the motel building to your right with picnic table‘s and grills… Enjoy your stay!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hardin, a short 13-minute walk from Kentucky Lake and also 8 minutes on foot from Kenlake State Park. You'll also find Kenlake Marina and Turkey Bay Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Area within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora?

Yes, every house at The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora comes with a patio.

The Bear Cave w hot tub in the quaint village of Aurora Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience at the Bear Lodge! We were in town for Turkey Bay and felt like the location was perfect. Very fast communication with the proporty owner when we contacted him. The place itself is clean and well stocked with essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson R.

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

Great place to stay!

Awesome place to stay while in the area and in a good location. Super clean and owner is great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin W.

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

Nice place to stay

Had a good time here, inspite of it raining that whole time, but we made the best of it, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay! Great host, great place, great amenities! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam B.

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

Great Little Spot!

We had a great stay here while we boated on Kentucky Lake. The property was very nice, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack A.

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

Excellent stay

Clean little house with everything you need, great communication and easy check-in/out
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hiking Land between the Lakes

We enjoyed staying at this place - clean and met our needs!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

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

Great Place Close to Everything

Great clean and spacious property right in the middle of the LBL area, close to everything. Perfect for a family getaway. Hot tub was great after a day of hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JC M.

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

Nice and comfortable lodging

We really enjoyed our stay! the Bear Cave is very comfortable and nicely equipped. It has a great location, close to lots of the local activities and a nice restaurant just down the road. We definitely recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachery A.

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

Great little place

The bear cave was the perfect size for a getaway and had everything you could need. Place was clean and functional, everything as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great spot for a visit to the area. The hot tub was a welcome addition after a day riding bicycles
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Nice place

It was a nice place, perfect for our 2 day stay. My kids love the hot tub. It was close to the ATV park which was great. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

penny m.

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

Getaway

Always enjoy our stay when we go to LBL.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack A.

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

Excellent property

Great stay, clean and functional, exactly as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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

Fishing Trip

Super clean and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

larry s.

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

Close to everything

Nice location next to The Pond, clean and comfortable. The bed was great. Host was excellent to work with. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Comfortable

Our stay was very comfortable. We had a issue with WiFi (not their fault) and they stuck with it until problem was solved. Apartment was clean and comfortable. The hot tub was relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli N.

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

Exceeded expectations

The unit was perfect for what we were looking for. The booking, check in, and departure processes were easy. Communication with the owner was great. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur L.

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

The Bear Cave

Needed a place in the area during our trip to visit family. The Bear Cave was in a great location. Plenty of activities in the area, and several stores and local restaurants close by. The property was clean, and the host of very responsive if we had any questions. Would definitely stay again! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Wheelin

Great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Weekend Trip to Hardin, KY

The property was great. We did have a hard time getting in contact with our host regarding WiFi and parking information. However, overall the experience was positive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

penny m.

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

Very clean

Everything was very clean and well kept. Little bit of challenge finding it but i believe it was due to our GPS. Definitely stay again if in that area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia P.

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

Just what we were looking for.

My husband, 14-yr old son and I took a quick trip to LBL to reset before my son's school and fall activities started. The Bear Cave was just what we were looking for. The property was in great condition and had all the amenities we need. The location was perfect for accessing the State Park and restaurants. We enjoyed using the hot tub in the evenings. Our only suggestion is to request a roll of paper towels. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kellen H.

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

Jan 2023

Great location near Land Between the Lakes OHV park with ample parking for ATV trailer. Would only like to see black out curtains since it is very bright inside with all the external lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven M.

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

Highly recommend.

Very clean and very beautiful inside. Lots of room. Kichen, living room and dining room is open and very good sized. Has the basic essentials for the kitchen. Washer and dryer in the bathroom. Very comforable beds. Easy to get too, on the main road but you cant hear the traffic inside. Very nice hot tube on your own private deck. Very close to the lake and The Pond restaurant is next door. Highly recommend The Pond to eat. Lots of towns close by to do other things. Highly recommend and will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024