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  • BLACK BEAR LOG HOME: nestled in the woods. Snuggle up to the gas fireplace and enjoy a good book, a glass of wine, or a bag of popcorn and watch the snow drifting down onto the iced over pond.

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  • Inn Details

    The ultimate in peace, serenity and relaxation. Check in to one of our two country cabins, and your evening crock pot meal is ready with homemade bread, complimentary bottle of wine and our wine glasses. Located one hour east of St Louis off Interstate 70 and 5 mi. north. BLACK BEAR LOG HOME: beautifully decorated with black bear theme, open loft with full & day bed, gas fireplace, game table, satelite TV/DVD/surround sound. Large front yard. Relax on the porch which overlooks the pond, and view a beautiful sunset. CABINA WEST: southwestern themed adobe structure. Woodburning fireplace, 2 private bedrooms with queen beds. Large shower with vertical spa and waterfall. Flat screen satelite TV/DVD/surround sound. A short walk to the pond. Listen to the bull frogs and whipporwills as the campfire blazes. Enjoy the sunrise, your breakfast whenever you're ready, and morning coffee as the birds sing. 140 acres of secluded woods w/ fishing pond. Hear geese honking as they glide onto the pond. Enjoy walking trails, wildlife by chance, picnic area, fire ring (plenty of firewood), birdwatching, bank fishing, stargazing or the moon rising.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Van loves to hunt, fish, garden, and do woodcrafts. Sharon loves to work in her flower beds, walk, relax on the deck with a glass of wine. We both enjoy our grandkids, and travelling. 20% of your stay will be donated to Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod World Missions.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 2

    Number of Dogs: 2

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Anniversary/Birthday/Babymoon

    • Bird watching

    • Campfire/fire ring/stargazing

    • Pond with fishing/picnic area

    • Privacy/seclusion

    • Wooded country setting/walking trails

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    Other Amenities:

    • microwave/toaster

    • fire ring with firewood/picnic table

    • bath towels/washcloths/toiletries/towel warmer

    • snack basket/ice/a few condiments

    • candles/bug spray

    • BBQ grill w/ charcoal or chimney provided

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  • Tanks for Traveling

    5/3/2011 - 11/15/2012

    Book your vacation in one of our two 'whole house' BnB's. If you stay/pay for 5 nights, your 6th night is FREE!! You get an evening crock pot meal homemade bread and wine each evening, and breakfast every morning! We have BBQ grills for you to 'cook out'. We offer Illinois country living, peace, nature, privacy. You have a pond for fishing, nature trails, porches for reading or just relaxing. Check out our reviews and give us a call.

    Literary Weekend

    2/6/2012 - 2/20/2013

    Pay/stay 5 nights and your 6th night is FREE

    Romance Packages

    2/7/2012 - 2/29/2012

    To celebrate Valentine's Day, stay with us in February with your significant other, and receive a box of chocolates with your complimentary evening bottle of wine

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  • Black Bear Log Home

    Suite maximum capacity: 8

    • Beds

      2 Queen

      1 Double

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$175

    Cabina West

    Suite maximum capacity: 6

    • Beds

      3 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$175

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: Holiday weekends require 2 night minimum stay

    • Deposit amount required: Mastercard/Visa/Discover Card number, expiration date, & security code required at booking to hold cabin. If using credit card at check-out, we need to swipe it (one card please with multiple guests)

    • Cancellations: One night charge if cancelled less than 7 days before check in time of 3pm. No fee if cancelled more than 7 days in advance.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: complimentary bottle of wine

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: must be accompanied by 21 year old

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Pay/stay 5 nights and 6th night is FREE
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 5

    • Southwestern Co-op Connections
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Choice of casserole, quiche, fruit & sweet breads

    • Time Served: your pref--ready in fridge

    • Serving location: (Bkfst private--ready in fridge for you to heat), Porch, deck, picnic table,bed, Breakfast/dining area

    Signature Dish

    Crock pot meals
    Crock pot meal with your choice of beef, pork or chicken.(Please inform us of any food allergies or dislikes) Homemade bread. Complimentary wine glasses & bottle of wine: choice of sweet, dry, red, etc.

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

    • Lent

    Additional food services

    • Complimentary Snack Basket

    • Light Dessert (cookies, etc)

    • S'mores basket (in season)

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Breakfast Quiche
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 20 min

    Banana Nut Bread
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 20 min

    Zucchini Nut Bread
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 20 min

    Mary's Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 20 min

    Dessert

    Grandma Winter's Sugar Cookie
    Serves: 20
    Prep time: 45 min

    Main Dish

    Fettucini Alfredo with Chicken & Broccoli or Peas
    Serves: 5

    Kim's Crock Pot Beef Tip Stew
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 15 min

    Chicken & Noodles with Alfredo Sauce
    Serves: 0

    Chicken Breast Stew (crock pot)
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 20 min

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  • Location Type

    • 140 acres of woods

    • rural

    • Countryside

    • Wine country

    City

    • Vandalia

    • Distance to city: 7 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Off I-70 at exit 52 (Mulberry Grove) go north through town. At the last stop sign continue north on blacktop for 3.7 mi to Trix Road. Turn right, (east) to County Line Road. Turn left (north) for .4 mi to 1600N and turn right (east) & con't for .4 mi. Take your first left (north) at 25E and go 1 mi to 1675N and you are there.

Off I-70 at exit 61 (Vandalia Walmart/Holiday Inn Express) turn north at end of ramp onto 600E for 1.1 mi to 1700N (Airport Road). Turn left (west) and go 6 mi. (the road will turn into 1675N) to 25E. Our lane is right (north) at 1675N/25E.

    Airport

    • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.) 75 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-70 East (use Interstate 270 to bypass STL) Then back on I-70 east to Exit 52 (Mulberry Grove) and follow above directions

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • American Farm Heritage Museum

    • Greenville & Vandalia specialty & antique shopping

    • Copper Dock Winery

    • Vandalia Old State Capitol & history

    • Marcoot Jersey (cheese) Farm

    • Forsee Vineyards and Winery

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseshoes

    • Indian Springs Golf Course

    • Vandalia Lake & Marina

    • Lake Carlyle

    • Kecks Marsh

    • Archway Skydiving

    • Governor Bond Lake

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Peaceful, quiet & natural splendor

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We loved two days of just being together out here in Mulberry Grove. Everything we desired was delivered to our door -- foods, wine & treats galore!

    Amazing, even the third year!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    This is an excellent B and B that gives enough privacy for long hours reading, walks in the woods, and cozy hot chocolate by the fire, but enough contact with the owners to feel comfortable calling late at night or visiting at any time. The food is excellent, the cabin comfortable, and enough room to have private time when desired or social time with friends.

    Third time's a charm

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    For the third year we've spent our mother/daughter trip at the Bear Grove Cabins. We love it there so much we haven't even considered another place. Sharon and Van are the perfect hosts and the place is stunning. The food and wine are delicious and the atmosphere is so cozy tucked into a woodsy environment. It's hard to choose whether to be snuggled by the fireplace, having coffee on the porch or walking in the woods. I'm sure we will go back!!!

    Best Getaway Ever!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My trip to Bear Grove Cabins was a last minute desperate find for my boyfriend and I to get out of town for the weekend. Stressed out after arguing over how far was too far this magical place, only 2 hours away, was the perfect find! And our stay was nothing short of spectacular! We loved everything about the place from our awesome hosts, Sharon and Van (we can't wait to come back!) to the beautiful southwestern style Cabina West and the delicious ome cooked meals! We got a whole huge cabin to ourselves and felt relaxed and completely at home. The shower included an amazing waterfall and rejuvenating body sprays from the wall... The fireplace was great along with the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in! It was the perfect romantic getaway and we can't wait to enjoy the experience again! See you soon Sharon and Van, and happy holidays! - Callie and Alan

    AWESOME!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We stayed in the Cabina West. Absolutely amazing. Sharon was personable and available at all times if needed. Food was great! Grounds are well maintained and easy to walk on the trails. They even let us explore in the log cabin since it was vacant. We didn't get to meet Van, but he does a wonderful job of taking care of the buildings as well. A+++++ rating. Giving a night's stay here to my in-laws for Christmas and we will be returning for another stay ourselves. Thank you so much.........Aaron and Kim

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