Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15465 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Explore the area

Fort Calhoun, NE

Washington County Museum
9 min drive
Fort Atkinson State Historical Park
10 min drive
Desoto National Wildlife Refuge
21 min drive
Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
31 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Breakfast included

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Be our guest at Dancing Bear Lodge! Short drive to Downtown Omaha and Eppley Airport! Fire pit, trails, pool table, karaoke, close to Cunningham Lake and Missouri River. --lots to do and see. Our authentic Log Cabin is the perfect spot to relax, explore nature, enjoy small town Nebraska living, and have a night out in the big city!

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The space

Stunning lodge on 5 acre wooded lot. Our custom log house makes you feel like you're in a state park but has all the comforts of high-end, modern living. We are 25 minutes from Omaha restaurants, bars, and shopping. 25 minutes from Eppley Airport!

Enjoy the grand view of the Missouri River Valley and bluffs from our wrap around deck. Sip coffee from one of the many private balconies while enjoying sweeping views. Soak in the master bedroom jetted tub. Cook dinner in our granite, stainless, double-oven kitchen. Roast marshmallows in the fire pit. Walk the land with our very well maintained trails.

We have 4 private bedrooms (1 king room, 3 queen rooms--2 of which also have 2 twins) and an open loft with a double pullout sofa, for a total of 9 mattresses. Each room is decorated with furniture built from trees sourced on the land. There are two dining rooms (indoor and outdoor), a pool table & ping pong table, a bar with wine fridge, a fireplace, a wood burning stove, 2 car garage and large driveway, and ample grounds to explore.

Guest access

Guests will have access to the entire 5 acres and the 4000 sf log house.

I can be available at check in if needed. Otherwise I will provide check in information before your stay so you can check in any time.

Don't forget to trek up to the lookout point for a 360 degree breathtaking view, and catch your breath with a glass of wine on the bench swing built at the highest point on the property.

Interaction with guests

I provide a door code for house access. I am available by phone or over the app.

The neighborhood
The home is located in Fort Calhoun,Nebraska,United States.

The acreage feels secluded and private. It has heavy tree growth and we leave most of the property to grow wild. The lot is at an incline, and the house sits high so there are great views from our many balconies. You are welcome to walk the trails on our property. It's fun to explore!

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Getting around

Fort Calhoun is a small, friendly Nebraska town right outside Omaha. We are a short drive to the airport, restaurants, and nightlife of Omaha--about 25 minutes by highway-- but you will feel like you are worlds away from the city while at our property!

While in Fort Calhoun, be sure to check out Fort Atkinson State Historical Park--40 acre park rich in Lewis and Clark history and one of Nebraska's earliest settlements.

On your way to our property you will pass Super Bee Orchard--be sure to stop for a homemade pie, fresh peaches or apples, and local honey!!!

The town has 2 gas stations and some restaurants that are worth checking out.

* No pets allowed.
* No hunting or weapons allowed.
* No 4-wheeler/ ATV etc allowed.
* No driving or parking on grass.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Washington County Museum. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a jetted tub.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
9 minutes by car from Washington County Museum and 10 minutes from Fort Atkinson State Historical Park

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Mark

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Paper towels

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

3.5 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Jetted
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Soap
Shampoo
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Smart TV
Pool or billiards table
Ping pong table
Games
Books
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

Printer
Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoke outside and throw away all butts in trash.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On the river
Near a zoo

Things to do

Cycling on site

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Allison S., Brandon

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Beautiful place! Super fun. It was very clean which I appreciate. The place had a fully equipped kitchen which wa

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

We stayed at Dancing Bear Lodge for a weekend with our kids and grandkids. There were 12 of us. It's a clean, beautiful log cabin home, and there was plenty of room for all of us. The beds were comfortable and there were a good number of well stocked, roomy bathrooms. The kitchen had plenty of cookware, dinnerware and utensils for our use. There was a treehouse play area for the kids on the property and some hiking trails. It's about a half hour away from Omaha. Communication with the owner was good. We had no complaints. It's a great place for a larger group to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

15 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great private house

The house and surrounding grounds had plenty of space for our family get-together of 15. We loved the fire pit and outdoor seating area. The kitchen was well stocked and linens were plentiful. We had a nice relaxing weekend! Thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

11 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Dancing Bear Lodge

Perfection in every way!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

1 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful cabin

This place is great for large groups, family or friends. The scenery is peaceful and beautiful. And not too far from downtown.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

30 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Run

We came around the College World Series as a central location for our families to come together. The older cousins enjoyed the outdoor space and ping pong/pool table. The adults appreciated bar area and the fire pit. It was a great getaway from the downtown life of Omaha, and a wonderful location for a family get together.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nico M.

15 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

House

The stay was great, the only 2 things that were disappointing was the pool cue didn’t have good tips on them so it made it really hard to play. We’re a pretty big pool playing group so it was disappointing. The only other thing was the master bedroom felt like it had no A/C, mad it almost impossible to sleep it was so hot. Woke up both mornings sweating. Other than that it was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN L.

10 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Weekend

Property is great! Home well stocked and very clean. Beautiful home and location close to airport and downtown.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., Ruwais Abu Dhabi

20 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Griswold Family Christmas 🎄

3rd yr in a row should say it all!! It's absolutely beautiful inside and out ♥️ and stocked with everything possible. Christmas in the cabin with my adult children and our 6 grandchildren is simply MAGICAL.......Christmas through the eyes of a child! ♥️ Mark, the owner is always a text away and responds immediately!! We reached out to Mark the owner in regards to a lost anniversary band and asked him to reach out to us if he found it not ever expecting to receive a call from him but we did! He was doing yard work and found the ring outside! He went above and beyond to help us locate the ring and we are soooo thankful for him! We have traveled from Dubai, UAE (United Arab Emirates) the last three yrs for Christmas to spend together at such a beautiful place! If it ever goes up for sale........WELL ♥️

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope G.

29 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Overflow Family

We were in Fort Calhoun for a family celebration. We needed overflow for out-of-town guests. This property was perfect for our needs. It was spacious and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty F., Omaha

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family get-away

Super kitchen-two large ovens, more refrigerators than we needed, every utensil, pan, etc. anyone could need. Lots of lovely outdoor space, including deck space. Hiking trails very nice. Indoor spaces conducive to family gatherings. It would be helpful to have better directions as to where extra beds are. There were 12 of us and one couple had difficulty finding comfortable bed. We very much enjoyed our stay in the beautiful house and surroundings.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth D.

21 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister's weekend.

Had a wonderful relaxing time. Highly recommend. NOT handicapped accessible.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V., Gretna

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering for 12

Very family friendly property with tons of space to spend time alone or gather in rooms as a large group. Hummingbirds and butterflies galore! We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

17 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for a family vacation

8 Adults and 5 children stayed over a long weekend. Everyone just loved this property. There is tons of room and lots to do. We enjoyed the basement rec room with a bar and ping pong and pool table. Nice outdoor areas to hang out. Make sure to climb the pathway to the top of the property for a gorgeous view with a great swing. Very easy check in, everything you could have possible needed to cook meals. We grilled and used the ovens (there are two ovens). You feel very secluded but are close to grocery and gas stations. We went to the Zoo and Drive through Safari in Omaha. Only about 30-40 minute drive to both. So we were able to enjoy all that Omaha had to offer but stayed away from all the big city craziness. Mark was quick to respond when I had a question. Thank you for opening your home up to us. We absolutely had a fantastic time!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., Ruwais Abu Dhabi

11 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas 🎄 Togetherness

Beautiful property, equipped with everything you need!! We stayed last yr and loved it so much, we booked it again. Owner responds quickly.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Sharon W.

3 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas at the Lodge

Wonderful! We had two sons and families and a daughter with us. Even though we were inside most of the time, we had so much to do and explore. Coffee/Tea Station saved everyone as we snuggled, played games and toys, pool and pingpong, cards, and talked near the fire. The car track was a favorite for our 5 under 6. Loved the tree and decor. Had a super family time!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

29 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas

Had a very nice experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dusty C.

26 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful country setting for Christmas!

What a great house for our family Christmas. The home was very comfortable with everything we needed for the long weekend. We especially enjoyed the Christmas tree and decorations inside and out. The kitchen was well stocked with all the dishes necessary for our Christmas feast. The pool table and outdoor fire pit were hits for evening fun. The hosts did an excellent job setting up the house with helpful notes and communications throughout our stay. Thank you for all the wonderful memories!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francesca P.

10 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

Clean and welcoming property that provided us with a great getaway not too far from home. Will stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isaac F.

19 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer stay

Very clean house and quite neighborhood.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla S.

8 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Time at Dancing Bear Lodge

We enjoy our stay very much and foud the property in great condition. It was rather warm the days we were there but the air conditioner kept up with the heat. The kitchen had everything we needed to fix and serve our meals. We spent lots of time outside on the Patios which were in excellent condition also.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

8 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property and home! HIGHLY RECOMMMEND.

We had my daughters birthday party over a weekend stay, and it was PERFECT. We live in Omaha, but wanted to feel like we were "out of town", without a long drive. This property did not disappoint. Plenty of areas (inside and out) for EVERYONE to hang out, without ever having to be in the same place. TONS of space! And the ping-pong table, pool table, and karaoke machine were a hit with the kids. I really enjoyed the spacious property, areas to nature walk, the wildlife, the beautiful log cabin home, the decor, and the views from the decks in the morning/evening. (Coffee on the master bedroom deck in the morning was the BEST!) Everything inside and out is provided to help make your vacation/occasion experience worry free. It is really a fantastic property, and I would highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

faith f.

19 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

The home was amazing. My family was very comfortable and the beds were great. The grounds and trails were immaculate. Would definitely recommend for a large family.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Milissa R.

27 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was much more neighborhood than I expected (not quite as secluded) and the home was much more lived in than I expected (meaning pantry and drawers filled with what seemed to be all personal items) so it felt a little awkward at first, like someone would be coming home any minute (as described by my teenagers). It was a beautiful space and a beautiful home and weather was unkind to us so we were pretty much left to only inside fun. Thank goodness for the ping pong and pool table! We got to teach our youngest to play and uncovered our oldest has possibly been moonlighting as a pool shark the past couple of years! Lol. Welcome instructions were easy to follow and contact with owner was a breeze, so responsiveness. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Jerry B.

18 Feb 2021

Beautiful Property

This rental is a beautiful log lodge. Due to the extreme cold we were not able to enjoy a walk on the 5 acre property so much of our time was spent enjoying playing pool and pong. We are not picky renters - however, for the amount we paid we expected much less dust and a more welcoming atmosphere. Such as having wood ready for the fireplace or a bottle of wine for valentines day. This could be well worth the price paid if we felt more was done to make us feel at home rather than staying in someone else's house while they were away for the weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021