Title: The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112438100/112438026/7030ab00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112438100/112438026/8ce749df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112438100/112438026/2dc23d26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112438100/112438026/f499e591.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112438100/112438026/bd3c7e79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly and take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroom540 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly Fort Payne, AL | The Bear Necessities Cabin on the Brow | Near DeSoto State Park and Citadel Boulder Preserve | Covered Deck and Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Fast Wi-Fi | 20x20 Carport | 2 Roku TVs | Gas Log Fireplace | BBQ Grill | Dog Friendly | Vacation, Corporate and Extended Stays | Hosts up to 4 Guests Perched on the brow of Lookout Mountain in Alabama on the scenic Citadel Rock Road, in between DeSoto State Park and The Citadel Boulder Preserve, The Bear Necessities Cabin offers a serene escape on over two acres of natural beauty. This peaceful retreat property blends rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring a private hot tub and fire pit perfectly positioned to take in the breathtaking views from the brow. Imagine unwinding in the bubbling hot tub as the sun sets, with hues of gold and crimson, or gathering around the fire pit under a canopy of stars. As its name implies, The Bear Necessities Cabin offers just what you want and consists of 540 square feet of living space, a covered deck area and hot tub, a small front porch, and a 20x20 open carport for parking. Climb the nearby Citadel Boulders, or hike the nearby trails at DeSoto State Park, and then enjoy a soak in the hot tub to relax after your long day of adventures. Renew, refresh, and be restored! \*\*THE RETREAT PROPERTY\*\* When you turn into the private graveled driveway, you will see The Bear Necessities Cabin to the left near the brow, along with your own private parking area (2 cars max). Two small vehicles or 2 motorcycles fit nicely in the carport or one larger SUV/truck. There is a graveled walkway to the cabin's entrance from the parking area, and you will pass the homeowner's small workshop. There are only 2 steps leading on to the front porch of the one-level cabin, and to the back of the cabin, there is a no-stairs option with a walking ramp leading to the back porch and covered hot tub deck. Stepping inside the front door, you will know your peaceful retreat has begun as you are surrounded by that familiar knotty pine. The living area has a sofa with reclining ends, and there is a separate recliner as well, offering very comfortable lounge seating for up to 4 Guests. There is a corner gas-log fireplace to enjoy on cool mornings when you're in the living room, and there is 32" Roku TV and very fast Wi-Fi for streaming your own channel subscriptions. The lamps have USB and Type-C charging ports. There is a dining table that can be moved to the center of the room and 4 saddleback stools. In the kitchen, you will appreciate the thoughtfulness of the homeowners, as there are granite countertops, stainless appliances and more than "bear necessities" for your getaway :) There is a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, electric water kettle, toaster, blender, cooking pots, can opener, pans and utensils, dishes, drinking glasses, wine glasses, eating utensils, cooking spices, coffee mugs, and more! Moving through the cabin, there is a sliding pocket door that leads to a bonus room, consisting of an adorable Reading Nook and Loft Bunk Bed. The Reading Nook offers a comfortable area to read your favorite book, and a ladder leads to the loft bunk bed. With twin mattresses, these spaces provide extra sleeping space for the third and fourth guests. This bonus room has a door leading into the full bathroom. Through the bonus room, there is another door that leads to the primary bedroom. There are comforts such as a queen bed with a Sweetnight 12 in. Medium Memory Foam Hybrid Pillow Top Mattress, along with a ceiling fan, end tables, and wardrobe for storing your clothes. The lamps have USB and Type-C charging ports, and there is a 32" Roku TV. This bedroom also has a door leading into the full bathroom. In the bathroom, there is a toilet, sink, and 36x36 custom-tiled shower with a rainfall shower head and hand shower. Back in the living room, there is a side door that leads to the hot tub and covered deck area. The hot tub can seat up to 4 registered guests. Our team drains, cleans and refills the hot tub between each reservation for our guests. This space is designed for responsible adults and only mature children, monitored at all times. There is a Bluetooth Stereo Speaker System to softly play your favorite music from your smart phone and string lights for evenings. A small bistro table and 2 chairs for al fresco dining is also located on the covered deck...another perfect setting for enjoying a fresh cup of coffee or hot tea in the morning. Near the covered deck, there is a rock fire pit with 4 comfortable Adirondack chairs. You are welcomed to use any small pieces of fallen wood from the property that can safely fit inside the fire pit, and firewood bundles are sold at nearby stores. Please only burn firewood, as the homeowners and guests roast food over this fire pit. Extendable roasters are located in the kitchen for your convenience, so be sure to bring ingredients for s'more memories :) Near the fire pit, there is a Charcoal/wood-burning Campground-Style BBQ Grill. There is a metal bucket and lid to collect BBQ grill ashes only :) WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY: 1) This home is located on the brow with fantastic views! 2) A private covered deck area and hot tub overlooks the brow! 3) It is secluded on 2+ acres near DeSoto State Park! 4) It has a fire pit area with brow view and comfortable seating! 5) It has a 20X20 open carport for parking two small vehicles or motorcycles! \*\*EXPLORE THE AREA\*\* 1.1 miles - DeSoto State Park 2.3 miles - The Citadel Boulders Preserve 6.1 miles - VFW Fairgrounds 6.8 miles - Fort Payne’s City Park 6.9 miles - DeSoto Falls 8.0 miles - Alabama Fan Club & Museum 9.4 miles - The Hatter Cafe in Mentone 9.7 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve 32.3 miles - Cloudland Canyon State Park, GA 36.5 miles - Unclaimed Baggage in Scottsboro, AL 46.1 miles - Rock City & Ruby Falls 51.9 miles - Chattanooga, TN 75.3 miles - Huntsville, AL 104 miles - Birmingham, AL 115 miles - Atlanta, GA You will want a car to see the sites and experience why Lookout Mountain in Alabama has so much to offer guests for a perfect vacation experience! You will be given access to a list of favorite attractions and restaurants! Waterfalls, national preserve, state parks, zip lining, hiking, picnicking, rappelling, horseback trail rides, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, wild animal preserve, golfing, swimming, museums, glass blowing, making pottery, skiing (seasonal), unique local dining, antique shopping, scenic drives, and MORE! So that you can experience life on the mountain like locals, we provide our guests with a list of all the attractions and restaurants! Chattanooga is only an hour away - Birmingham and Atlanta are less than 2 hours away! \*\*OUR POLICIES\*\* You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your photo ID before the reservation is complete. This retreat property is dog-friendly (small to medium dogs only). If you wish to bring a dog, a pet fee of $69 applies per dog (2 dogs max). This retreat property does NOT allow smoking anywhere on the property. Exterior security cameras are located at this property. There is a $500 security deposit (authorized hold) required for this retreat property. Guests will receive email and text communication from Peaceful Retreats prior, during and after each retreat. \*\*GIVE-BACK\*\* Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations at The Bear Necessities Cabin to The Southeastern Climbers Coalition. Their mission is dedicated to preserving climbing areas in the southeast for future generations. Volunteers and members of SCC maintain The Citadel Boulder Preserve, very near this cabin. They are climbers from across the southeast who have joined forces to preserve access to climbing areas in the region. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 540 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your government issued photo ID before reservation is complete. If this property is pet friendly, (small to medium dogs only), a pet fee applies per dog (2 dogs max). NO smoking allowed on property. Exterior security cameras are located at this property. There is a required security deposit (authorized hold) required for this property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Dog friendly (small to medium dogs only). 2 dogs ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6cb47x ## About the area Located in Fort Payne, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Fort Payne Depot Museum and Fort Payne Boom Town Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and Alabama Fan Club and Museum. Dekalb VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and The Gourdie Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Fort Payne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Payne.dx8125) [View more Cabin rentals in Fort Payne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Payne-Cabins.d8125-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.50252%2C-85.64137&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EROdxoALQeb0L6Sh9VsZf_z4Qfw=) Fort Payne, AL ### What's nearby - DeSoto State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 19 min drive - 5.8 miles - DeSoto Falls - 20 min drive - 8.3 miles - Little River Canyon Center - 26 min drive - 12.2 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve - 27 min drive - 13.0 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Burrito Jalisco #1 - ‬21 min drive - ‪Wingstop - ‬19 min drive - ‪Arby's - ‬19 min drive - ‪Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant - ‬17 min drive - ‪Jack's - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is The Bear Necessities Cabin | On Brow | Hot Tub | WiFi | Fire Pit | Dog Friendly located? > Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of DeSoto State Park and Lost Falls Trailhead. Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and DeSoto Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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