Title: Bear Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=11229686&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bear Lodge Holiday home in Apple River with private hot tub and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Bear Lodge ![Exterior - Bear Lodge (Apple River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229700/11229686/6832eac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi - Bear Lodge (Apple River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229700/11229686/64fecbdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi - Bear Lodge (Apple River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229700/11229686/005f5fb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining - Bear Lodge (Apple River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229700/11229686/e8f7abd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi - Bear Lodge (Apple River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229700/11229686/15c3561e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Bear Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Lodge Holiday home in Apple River with private hot tub and kitchen Along with laundry facilities, this holiday home has an arcade/games room and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private hot tub and a fireplace. Housekeeping is not available. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers Hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and a ceiling fan. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer (on request) - Jetted bathtub ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229500/11229424/08656734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nature's Retreat Apple River - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=11229424&PinnedHotelID=11229424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94980000/94977600/94977551/w960h589x0y17-24003355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Apple Canyon Lake home - just minutes from Galena, Illinois Apple River - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=94977551&PinnedHotelID=94977551&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94798600/94798524/w1024h538x0y72-7b66931a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Retreat in Galena Country Jo Daviess County Apple River - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=94798524&PinnedHotelID=94798524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109020000/109019900/109019815/ec91ad98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic Apple River Escape w/ Fire Pit! 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ### Property is also known as Bear Lodge Apple River Bear Apple River Bear Lodge Apple River Bear Lodge Private vacation home Bear Lodge Private vacation home Apple River ## About the area Apple River is home to this holiday home. Apple River Fort and Badger Mine and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course and Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery. Linmar Gardens and SplashLand Family Water Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Apple River travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Apple-River.dx6345756) [View more Holiday homes in Apple River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Apple-River-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6345756-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C42.42355%2C-90.14743&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=faWvT5XYldIUzEoscNwP03FDng0=) Hawk Court 17, Apple River, IL, 61001 ### What's nearby - ![A decent sized tiger musky in a shallow clear area right off the main lake basin. I estimated the size of this fish at 38 to 40 inches. I have caught muskies up to 49 inches in this lake. I always love to get photos of fish in natural habitat and muskies are close to impossible to find in open water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975876542/0430f08f-e723-446c-badb-b23611e61043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Apple Canyon Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Galena featuring a house, heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922901501/1a780dfd-1b47-42c9-bd2a-94ca267d6814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Belvedere Mansion 40 min drive \- 23.2 miles - Eagle Ridge Resort Golf 37 min drive \- 15.5 miles - Chestnut Mountain Resort 51 min drive \- 32.0 miles - Diamond Jo Casino 61 min drive \- 40.3 miles ### Getting around - Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) 70 min drive ### Restaurants - Thriving Thistle Market 17 min drive - Sidetrack Inn 18 min drive - The Cove 15 min walk - Bushel & Peck's 16 min drive - Dover Cafe 25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bear Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Bear Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Bear Lodge? ### Where is Bear Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bear Lodge Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Scandinavian Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sister-Bay-Hotels-Scandinavian-Lodge.h16603450.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Litchfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Litchfield-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Litchfield.h537794.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waikoloa-Hotels-Ocean-Tower-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h28763131.Hotel-Information) > > [J House Greenwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stamford-Hotels-J-House-Greenwich.h8392.Hotel-Information) > > [Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mishawaka, IN](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h119010.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabin On The Lake Is Your Own Hideaway On A Private 10 Acre Lake](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hanover-Hotels-Cabin-On-The-Lake-Is-Your-Own-Hideaway-On-A-Private-10-Acre-Lake.h33482342.Hotel-Information) > > [The Essex Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burlington-Hotels-The-Essex.h18494.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Titusville / Kennedy Space Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Titusville-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Titusville-Space-Center.h44354265.Hotel-Information) > > [New tiny house available in the country on a 5 acre motocross track MX ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myakka-City-Hotels-New-Tiny-House-Available-In-The-Country-On-A-5-Acre-Motocross-Track-MX.h35668895.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Greenwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stamford-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Greenwich.h18180.Hotel-Information) > > [Multi-Family A-Frame Cabin: 9 Beds + Lake Access + AC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Arrowhead-Hotels-Summer-A-Frame-Cabin-Lake-Access-AC.h79186206.Hotel-Information) > > [Wildcatter Ranch & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Graham-Hotels-Wildcatter-Ranch-Resort.h1925216.Hotel-Information) > > [The "Big House" with.. 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