Title: The Bear Retreat at Venus Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000345393&destination=Venus%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=120663160&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bear Retreat at Venus ## Photo gallery for The Bear Retreat at Venus ![Terrace/patio - The Bear Retreat at Venus (Highlands County)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663200/120663160/f203237d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Bear Retreat at Venus (Highlands County)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663200/120663160/b297e82a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - The Bear Retreat at Venus (Highlands County)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663200/120663160/08ae93a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Bear Retreat at Venus (Highlands County)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663200/120663160/96a52a1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Bear Retreat at Venus (Highlands County)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663200/120663160/ebe252ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Bear Retreat at Venus provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Fireplace £167 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### The Bear Retreat at Venus Welcome to your home away from home! The Bear Retreat is a luxury RV getaway designed for comfort, peace, and a touch of nature. Start your mornings with a warm cup of coffee on the deck, take a short walk to the pond for some quiet relaxation or fishing, and end your evenings gathered around the fire pit under a sky full of stars. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or just looking for a quiet getaway with your pets, you’ll feel right at home the moment you arrive. Important: This unit is not suitable for children under 14 years old, the property is not suitable or child-proofed for infants or toddlers. 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RVs are more delicate than houses, please follow signs and rules to enjoy safely ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Note from host: Pet fee 40$ per stay ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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 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 ### Property is also known as 764399 ## About the area Located in Venus, The Bear Retreat at Venus is in a rural area. Historical Society Depot Museum and Murals of Lake Placid are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lake Placid Tower and Captain Hendry House. Fisheating Creek Outpost and Gatorama are also worth visiting. [Visit our Venus travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venus.dx3000345393) ![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%7C27.04825%2C-81.43789&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=f6FCM_kudeJC73vRuNTTlKFhQPc=) Highlands County, FL ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view of a communications tower surrounded by lush greenery and forest, west of Vero Lakes Estates, Fellsmere, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6183825/636ba361-ca00-4a2a-bc09-8f89efa993fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Placid Tower 36 min drive \- 27.2 miles - Fisheating Creek Outpost 27 min drive \- 20.4 miles - Murals of Lake Placid 36 min drive \- 26.8 miles - Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park 43 min drive \- 29.7 miles - Sebring International Raceway 56 min drive \- 44.7 miles ### Getting around - Sebring, FL (SEF-Sebring Regional) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Karaoke on Mars 13 min drive - The Cavity 14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bear Retreat at Venus pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Retreat at Venus? ### What time is check-in at The Bear Retreat at Venus? ### What time is check-out at The Bear Retreat at Venus? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bear Retreat at Venus 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy C. 10 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean. Well stocked. Hosts were very responsive. ##### Nancy C. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place to kick back and relax, we’re under a great deal of stress right now and could not have asked for better hosts, Carlos and Diana are, kind, compassionate, caring, and all-around great people, there for you make sure you have everything you need and continue to check in to see if there’s anything else they can do for you, great RV as well, very clean, quiet and comfortable! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness! Cathy & Bruce Allen ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alysa 2 Feb 2026 ##### Alysa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ---