Bear Grove Cabins

RR 1 Box 141
Mulberry Grove Illinois 62262
USA

http://www.beargrovecabins.com

Phone: +1-618-326-7243
Cellular: +1-618-267-7243

General Information

Beautifully decorated log home (1450 sq.ft.) with black bear decor, located one hour east of St Louis and 5 mi. north off Interstate 70. 140 acres of secluded woods w/ fishing pond. Large front yard. The ultimate in peace and serenity. Check in and your evening crock pot meal is ready with homemade bread, complimentary bottle of wine and our wine glasses. Relax on the covered porch which overlooks our pond, and view a beautiful sunset. Listen to the bull frogs and whipporwills as the campfire blazes. Enjoy the sunrise, your breakfast whenever you're ready, and morning coffee on the sun deck as the birds sing. Hear the geese honking as they glide onto the pond. Gas fireplace, 2 private bedrooms with queen beds, open loft with full & day bed, game table, TV/DVD. Enjoy walking trails, wildlife by chance, picnic area, fire ring (plenty of firewood), birdwatching, bank fishing, stargazing or the moon rising.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Whole house rental
  • There are 2 guest accommodations
  • Single occupancy rate is $ 175.00
  • Double occupancy rate is $ 175.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00

Amenities

In 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
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Telephone

Other Amenities: fire ring with firewood/picnic table, BBQ grill w/ charcoal or chimney provided, candles/bug spray/, microwave/toaster/, bath towels/washcloths/toiletries, snack basket/ice/a few condiments

Meals

  • A Choice of casserole, quiche, fruit & sweet breads breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: your pref--ready in fridge
  • Breakfast is served in the (Bkfst private--ready in fridge for you to heat), Porch, deck, picnic table,bed, Breakfast/dining area
  • Lunch is available by special request for $15
  • Dinner is included with the room rate
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Complimentary Snack Basket, Light Dessert (cookies, etc), S'mores basket (in season)
  • Special meals available: Lent, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is 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.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Holiday weekends require 2 night minimum stay)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only ($125 cleanup fee if policy not adhered to)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Children are welcome (must be accompanied by 21 year old)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (complimentary bottle of wine)
  • Deposit amount required (Mastercard/Visa/Discover Card number and expiration date required at booking.)
  • Check in time is 3 pm and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    One nite charge if cancelled less than 2 days before reservation. Full refund if cancelled more than 3 days in advance
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Heartland Rivers Wine Trail
    • Illinois Bed & Breakfast Association
    • Pamela Lanier Travel Guides
    • Southern Illinois Tourism Bureau
Discounts available:
 10%Southwestern Co-op ConnectionsMinimum stay: 1 days

Property Features

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
Establishment Type
  • Log Home Bed & Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Log Home
  • Built in 2007
  • Opened for business in 2007
  • Parking available (Outdoor electrical outlet to recharge your boat, etc)

Location

  • Location is best described as: 140 acres of woods, Countryside, Wine country
  • Nearest major city: Vandalia, IL (7 miles East)
  • 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.
  • Nearest major airport: STL 75 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take I-70 East to Illinois Exit 52 and follow above directions

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Van & Sharon Boatman
  • The innkeepers speak: English
  • There are 2 cats on the property
  • There are 2 dogs on the property

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, Indian Springs Golf Course, Vandalia Old State Capitol & history, Archway Skydiving, Forsee Vineyards and Winery, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

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