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Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA

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A log cabin interior with a deer head mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a television, and a cozy seating area. - Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA (Helen)
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A rustic cabin interior with wooden walls, a mounted deer head, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a dining area. - Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA (Helen)
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Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA provides a water park and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA

  • Welcome to Bear Cub 1! Back on inventory in 2026 after renovations and redecorating, this cabin was formerly named Cricket Hill and then Helen Cabin 1.

    This cozy little cabin is located in Helen. Less than half a mile from Betty's Country Store and 2 miles from Unicoi State Park, you have the best of both worlds in nature and a small Bavarian town in the North Georgia Mountains.

    The master bedroom is located on the main floor. This room features a queen bed and a back deck. Enjoy a soak and massage in the indoor jetted garden tub or take a relaxing shower in the master bathroom. The loft area has a queen bed and its own bathroom with a walk-in shower. The door in the loft also leads outside to a small deck. There is also streaming television and WiFi internet service. The Roku TV channel offers free live television. Don't forget to bring your login information for your Netflix, Hulu and other channel subscriptions.

    The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, toaster and a dual standard drip and k-cup coffee maker. Enjoy any meal al fresco with the table, umbrella and four chairs on the same deck. Please note that the fireplace at Bear Cub 1 is currently non-functional.

    Bear Cub 1 is within the town limits of Helen, GA. Helen is one of the most beautiful sections of Northeast Georgia. This mountain community has a wide variety of natural attractions. Whether sightseeing on the North Georgia Mountains, visiting the beautiful Anna Ruby Falls, hiking the Appalachian Trail, or tubing down the Chattahoochee River, this Bavarian town has something for everyone. The area also holds more than 200 specialty and import shops.

    This is a pet-friendly cabin and a one-time per-pet fee will be added if you bring your dog(s). The pet fees that will be added to your reservation are $100 + tax for the first and $50 + tax for each additional.

    Just next door is Bear Cub 2, formerly Firefly Hill and then Helen Cabin 2. Booking both cabins would be a great location for a group of up to 8 guests.

    • Minimum Age Requirement: Bear Cub 1 is available to families or to guests 21 years or older.
    • Parking: Space is available for 2 vehicles.
    • Access: The road and parking are dirt and gravel.
    • Pets: No more than Two Pets are allowed at Bear Cub 1.
    • Location: 0.5 miles to Main Street in downtown Helen.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Helen, this cabin is in the city center. Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center. Alpine Mini Golf and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange are also worth visiting. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Helen travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A park with playground equipment, picnic tables, and large trees.
    Unicoi Hill Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A sign for the Helen Arts & Heritage Center, gift shop, and history museum.
    Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A forest stream with rocks and trees.
    Unicoi State Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A building with a sign for Oktoberfest events and a mural on the side.
    Helen Festhalle
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Campfire Gather Round
    4 min drive
  • Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
    12 min walk
  • Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern
    4 min drive
  • Circle K
    4 min drive
  • La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River and Helen Festhalle. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Bear Cub 1 - A Cabin Experience in Helen, GA Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 99 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great spot in a Great town!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Easy check-in, responsive staff, great location. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graduation Week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the trip got to bond with my daughter some more loved the cabin loved the staff at the company. The only thing is the cabin could’ve been a little bit cleaner. We had a lot of dead spiders attached to the furniture and a lot of cobwebs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great time

We loved the location being close to downtown Helen. And the cabin was real nice. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Not as pet friendly as they make it out to be make sure you read all fine print. Ended up not bringing dogs after we planned the trip specifically to bring them. Not the cleanest ever considering the dead bugs in the floors, dusty headboards, and mouse droppings on the couch. Other than that the cabin is nice and location is relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little secluded cabin

Our stay was short but we really enjoyed the cabin. It is nice and secluded but surprisingly close to everything. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and Beautiful

We had a great time, plenty of room and very affordable.. cleanliness was perfect , Can’t wait to book another get away.. Thank you so much for making our stay so blissful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Getaway

Nice place! Far enough away to feel secluded but close enough to downtown Helen to eat and shop.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!!

The cabin was so nice and quiet!! There are other cabins around but it still felt secluded. We will absolutely be staying here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot close to the town, but not in it.

This is a great location with everything you would want in convenience and amenities. It is also in the woods and feels like you are in the Georgia mountains far away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Top notch!

Cabin is beautiful, well stocked and clean. Owner and staff do a nice job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to town, while being far away.

Check in was easy and the host called to confirm everything was ok. It's a great spot, 5 minutes from town but in the middle of the woods at the same time. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we wanted

Great experience getting in and had everything we needed. Perfect for a weekend in the woods with great access to Helen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Property suited our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Came to Helen for my daughters wedding, Couldn’t have asked for a better place. Very close to the center of town. The cabin itself was one of the cleanest Vrbo’s I have ever been to. Would definitely return, or highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Relaxing Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The road to the cabin needs some work but overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, nice & secluded

This cabin was really clean and beautiful . It was secluded and peaceful and close to town . My husband and I enjoyed very much . The only thing I could see being an issue is smaller vehicles that don’t have 4 wheel drive might have a hard time getting up the road to the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cricket Hill

This property is so cute and perfect! Quiet and secluded yet close to everything. We even got to see some wildlife. Communication was excellent with easy check in and out. Plenty of amenities for convenience. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for!!!

The wife and I booked this rental to meet up with out of town friends for the weekend. Very quiet yet super close to town. Had everything we needed. Great communication. Had no issues getting there with an AWD wagon. Thanks!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cricket Hill

We loved staying here. The cabin is so cute and well designed. So conveniently located. If you need groceries there’s a market called Bettie’s and others are out of town. Everything’s no worked it smelled fresh and clean we will be back. The deck isn’t as inviting as you’d expect being tucked in the trees so far but it’s still wonderful. Greta Schumacher
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cricket Hill in Helen GA

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cabin was nice, needs some outdoor furniture on back and front deck. A nice comfortable chair in cabin would be nice. Back deck has a bad sap issue, needs a covering of some sort.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great little cabin, beware of road.

The cabin was nice, but the road to the cabin left much to be desired. If I did not have an SUV I doubt I would have been able to reach the cabin. The road was rutted with a lot of loose gravel. I lost traction several times and had to find another line to avoid undercarriage damage. Besides the road we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

cabin 206

The road is almost impassible. I was afraid trying to get up it or go down it. Visitors need a four wheel drive to get to the cabin. I wouldn't stay there again. The den space is too small .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very clean

Cabin is cute, nothing elaborate, but was nice and clean. The location was lovely, way in the woods. Only negative thing was the dirt road to access the cabin had some significant ruts. Beware if you drive a small car that is low to the ground you might have trouble. The rental agency was very attentive. They called to check on us after a sto caused a power outage in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

It was alright

It was up hill which wouldn’t be a problem but the road up has holes and dips all in it. Also on the way down has spots that water just sits and gets muddy which your car can get stuck. The beds are just awful. I’m pretty sure the most comforting furniture in the cabin was the couch which would be too small for an adult to sleep on (I tried). Other than that it was bad. Location was great. Took just a few minutes to get to downtown Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cricket Hill cabin

The road up to the cabin was what I expected for a ‘mountain location’, however heavy rains had washed the road surface away leaving large washouts. The exterior of the cabin did not give a good first impression, it needs some TLC to keep up with the environment. Once inside it was very clean and welcoming but was missing a convenience basket of misc items that we have had in prior rentals, (shampoo, coffee filters , laundry soap, etc…) . It also needs to have a broom available for daily cleaning of the outside decks. The surrounding area is beautiful but the town is still suffering from effects of Covid. Businesses are short staffed and have limited hours to compensate for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022