Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway
House in Iowa
15 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
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.
More information
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!
More information
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Iowa
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Reviews
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
Perfection in every way!
5.0
This place is great for large groups, family or friends. The scenery is peaceful and beautiful. And not too far from downtown.
5.0
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.
4.0
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.
5.0
Property is great! Home well stocked and very clean. Beautiful home and location close to airport and downtown.
5.0
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 ♥️
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
Had a wonderful relaxing time. Highly recommend.
NOT handicapped accessible.
5.0
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!
5.0
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!!!!
5.0
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.
5.0
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!!!!!
5.0
Christmas
Had a very nice experience.
5.0
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!
5.0
Great Getaway
Clean and welcoming property that provided us with a great getaway not too far from home. Will stay again.
5.0
Summer stay
Very clean house and quite neighborhood.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
4.0
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!
3.0
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.
5.0
Spirit of Christmas!!!
Absolutely stunning!! It was every thing I imagined, from the natural beauty of the wood work to the perfect decoration with an absolute gorgeous Christmas 🎄tree. Due to COVID19, we celebrated Christmas all 3 days of our stay with different family members. Everyone fell in love with the lodge. We even had a special visit from Santa (husband) for our grandchildren. Oh, the sparkle in there eyes and their excitement brought tears to my eyes!! Our stay was fantastic and well worth the money. We loved it so much, we are already talking about reserving it again next yr. We definitely recommend Dancing Bear Lodge for any event or just want to get away from the city life, slow down and enjoy some quiet quality time with the family. Thank you Mark for everything! Happy New Yr!! Cheers🥂
5.0
Amazing log cabin getaway!
So impressed with this home! Cozy, comfortable, roomy.
Everything we needed was available. Took a short hike up
the hill, what an awesome view! The home was decorated for
the holidays inside and out. Beautifully done! Would love to
stay here in the summertime!
2.5
So impressed with this home! Cozy, comfortable, roomy.Everything we needed was available. Took a short hike upthe hill, what an awesome view! The home was decorated forthe holidays inside and out. Beautifully done! Would love tostay here in the summertime!
5.0
Amazing views and home with great space to spread out!
We were on a small staff retreat and we were looking for a place where we could socially distance and still enjoy our time together. This cabin was perfect! It has plenty of bedrooms spaces bathrooms and areas to gather where we could spread out. The property is gorgeous with trees and the owners had it all decorated for Christmas and it was just breathtaking. It was quiet comfy cozy and all the things that you would hope for in a cabin. We would definitely go again.
5.0
Family Birthday Staycation
Perfect setting for our family gathering. We celebrated 4 - 40th family birthdays. Dancing Bear was perfect for us. We enjoyed hors d’oeuvres in the kitchen. Dinner in the dining room. Enjoy an evening around the fire pit. Finished up our night with a few games of ping pong and shooting pool. Enjoyed our morning brunch in the living room. Very comfortable home. We took advantage of all of it. Great Family Staycation. (We all live about 45 minutes away.)
5.0
Amazing everything!
From the engagement with the property manager, to the feel of each room in the large house, Dancing Bear Lodge does not disappoint. We had a group of 9 ladies and not once, did we not have and/or find what we needed to make this trip so memorable. We used every space of the house, including enjoying family style meals at the large dinning room table and hanging out in the downstairs bar. In addition, we did morning strolls throughout the neighborhood and we were welcomed by the locals at the small, quaint establishments. Thank you for making our trip so special.
5.0
Amazing experience
This is our second time staying at this location and it is always a treat. Love everything about the cabin and the space. They have everything you could think of and the views are spectacular!
5.0
Great place to get away
Location is great, property is outstanding. Everyone in our group was happy. Lots of great space to hang out.
5.0
Family weekend
Our entire family enjoyed our long weekend at Dancing Bear Lodge! We have stayed at many VRBO properties and I would say this one was the most equipped with cooking supplies and toys/games. We enjoyed exploring the outdoors and just the cozy vibes of being together in this quaint log home.
5.0
Perfect
Exceeded expectations. Excellent! Would stay again.
5.0
Perfect!
This home is beautiful, unique, and perfect for our weekend! Communication with the host was always fast, and the house was exactly what we anticipated based on information provided.
5.0
Beautiful Retreat
Dancing Bear Lodge was just what we all needed to enjoy a wonderful get away that was not far away. Views and property were as described; beautiful and peaceful.
5.0
Great stay!
The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
5.0
Beyond expectations and the host couldn’t have been more thoughtful
The lodge is beautiful with everything you may need. Thank you Mark for everything
5.0
Very nice place. Plenty of extra chairs, mattresses, etc. kitchen had everything you needed and ho
We loved the cabin, it was beautiful. Lots of things to do with the ping pong table and pool table. Also, nice trails to walk on. The pull-out couch didn’t work but wasn’t a big deal. I’m sure it will be replaced. I would recommend staying here to anyone as they would love it!
5.0
Beautiful, well appointed home just perfect for our family holiday get together.
Perfect for our needs, we want to book it again for our next holiday gathering!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Iowa?
The average price for a rental in Iowa is R 2,470 per night. This rental is R 13,640 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Dancing Bear Lodge--Log Cabin Getaway?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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