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Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs in a forested area. - Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw (Springville)
A serene forest scene with a calm river, dense trees, and a rocky riverbank. - Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw (Springville)
A bedroom with a bed, a wall clock, and a framed picture. - Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw (Springville)
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A forested area with a gravel path leading to a red cabin. - Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw (Springville)
Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 29 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is ￥11,378
￥24,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6

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About this property

Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw

  • Bear Claw Treehouse is located on a 2 acre triangle bordered on the north by historic Big Canoe Creek. The treehouse is nestled into a group of trees with ground supports and easy access. There are several platforms around the property to enjoy the views. A canoe with vests and paddles are provided, the creek when normal is easily navigated up or down stream. A Creek Indian village known as Littafatchee was 1/2 mile up creek, DeSoto and his conquistadors rode thru here in 1540. Visit bearclawtreehouse.com for more info.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Ashville is home to this cabin. Horse Pens 40 and Limestone Springs Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore H. Neely Henry Lake and Moody Municipal Park. Visit our Ashville travel guide
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AL, Springville

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a body of water with a boat creating waves.
    Logan Martin Lake
    27 min drive - 42.3 km
  • A waterfall cascading over a rocky ledge with a bridge above.
    Noccalula Falls Park
    30 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Historic Springville House
    11 min drive - 20.4 km
  • H. Neely Henry Lake
    19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Alabama International Dragway
    20 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    9 min drive
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    9 min drive
  • Waffle House
    9 min drive
  • El Patron
    10 min drive
  • Jack's
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw on Oct 5, 2026 start from ￥11,378, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw located?

Situated in Ashville, this cabin is within 16 mi (25 km) of Historic Springville House, H. Neely Henry Lake, and Horse Pens 40. Alabama International Dragway and Woodland Bark are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Summertime and the living is easy at the bearclaw Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Bearclaw was perfect. A great spot to relax and connect with nature. It's so much do and explore. It has everything that you need. We enjoyed our stay. Jim was the perfect host. He kept us informed and responds promptly. The property is located in the country, but Walmart and other stores are 7 miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
we had a very lovely stay! jim was an incredible host who made sure we had everything we needed. it’s been raining a lot so the fish in the creek were plentiful and larger than expected. would love to be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Get Away

An awesome place to hide away for a couple days. Private and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Birmingham

This place is very charming. It's off the beaten path and that's a nice change of scenery for sure. This time of year, it was especially nice because of the cool weather. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simple getaway in the woods

Lovely place with lovely views. Host was very nice and wanted to make sure we were good and had everything we needed. Couldn't ask for more
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was very peaceful. This was a unique experience and I highly recommend this to anyone that is looking to get away for a few nights to feel refreshed and renewed. Jim was an excellent host and was always just a phone call away when needed. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed here in late March on a solo last-minute adventure. I truly had a wonderful time. Jim is a gracious host and excellent communicator.The real highlight of this experience is the amazing land that surrounds the treehouse. The area is perfect for relaxation. I highly recommend taking full advantage of the Nitefall porch as much as possible. All of the other seating areas are wonderful, too. The cold bottled water on the front porch, plentiful (and replenished) ice, and host-filled Tiki torches were all nice touches that greatly enhanced my experience. My experience was one that allowed me to be unplugged, refreshed, and very close to nature. I will absolutely be back in the future. Thanks, Jim, for a great stay and for being an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a magical get away. Loved the property, the quiet, the peace. Spent a whole day enjoying the canoe and fishing, caught some kitty cats, huge brim, large mouth striped bass, we were gentle and let them go. Enjoyed all the different platforms around the property. The tree house was magical also. And of course James was wonderful. Highly recommended. Next time i hope to enjoy the fire pit, just too hot this time. With the land so wooded didnt realize it was 90 on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Thos property was great, once we asjusted to the toliet and shower situation, lol. No but seriously...I cant say enough great things about James and the property. He was extremely helpful and so responsive no matter how many times i messaged him. The property was very clean, secluded, PEACEFUL, and charming. My only wish is that we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tree house

Great little spot quite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

It’s a great spot on the creek, great fishing. Our granddaughter 3-1/2yo visited us and had a blast. Tree house is perfect for a getaway or staycation. We’re locals and really enjoyed ourselves.looking forward to booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!! Cozy!!! Tiny get away!!

It rained during our time in this Adorable Treehouse. It was very Cozy. Communication was wonderful. It’s a Beautiful area!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful semi offgrid

The little treehouse was amazing if you like off grid adventures. The owners are above and beyond accommodating and wonderful ppl. We will use them next time as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picturesque

Wonderful visit and wonderful host. Peace and tranquility rural Alabama style. Will be back ASAP.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First- I saw the low review below and can say that the person had no idea what they were talking about. I read the listing AND the website- it was fully up front about the property being somewhat off grid.We stopped here briefly on our way back home. It was such a wonderful experience! I would definitely go back. The translucent roof was amazing. The creek is absolutely peaceful. I loved sitting out there that evening/next morning just listening to the birds. There are all the creature comfort amenities you need inside the house (coffee maker, wifi, microwave, toaster oven). The decorations in the house are fun- we felt like every time we looked at the wall, we found something new and interesting. This is kind of close to a busy road during the day so be mindful if you have dogs with poor recall. I'm already discussing coming here for a girl's weekend! Thank you James!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We did not stay. I should have trusted my gut with the blurry pictures but the reviews changed my mind. The cabin is one tiny room. No counter space in the kitchen and only a curtain dividing the bathroom from the rest of the cabin. After looking around we noticed there is NO running water or indoor plumbing. You can pee only in the bathroom and there’s an outhouse for your other business. I contacted the owner the next morning for a refund due to there was no mention in the description that there was no running water. He said it did mention “semi off grid” in the description but I read it twice and could not find anything. He did refund my money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025