3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Sleeps 1-10
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Welcome to your classic Pennsylvania log cabin escape—set on 85 private acres in Potter County’s famous Dark Skies region. This is the kind of place where mornings are quiet, days are outdoors, and nights end in the hot tub or around the fire pit under a sky packed with stars.

Great Bear is built for families, couples, and responsible groups who want a true cabin experience with the comforts that make a trip easy: 3 bedrooms / 3 full baths, a finished basement game room, strong WiFi, and plenty of space to spread out.

⭐ Perfect For

🏕 Family cabin weekends & multi-family trips
🌌 Stargazing trips (Cherry Springs nearby)
🔥 Cozy winter getaways with games and movie nights
🎣 Outdoor adventure: hiking, fishing, exploring
💻 Remote work escapes with dedicated workspace

📍 Location Highlights (Potter County “God’s Country”)

You’re surrounded by state forests, scenic drives, and some of the darkest skies in the East. Cherry Springs is an easy trip, but many guests love stargazing right on the property from the private field.

🛋 Interior Highlights

🔥 Cozy main living room with electric fireplace
🍳 Fully stocked kitchen + dining space for group meals
🎱 Finished basement entertainment zone with:

Slate pool table

Shuffleboard

Arcade games

Dart board + ring toss
📺 Large TV area + sleeper sofa for extra space

🌲 Outdoor Living

🛁 Private 4-person hot tub
🔥 Oversized fire pit (great for s’mores + stargazing)
🌌 Private stargazing field with wide, open views
🦌 Frequent wildlife sightings and total privacy

🛏 Sleeping (Sleeps 10)

Primary suite (main level): king bed + ensuite bath

Upstairs bedroom: two queen beds + workstation + electric fireplace

Upstairs kids room: queen bed + twin bed + electric fireplace

Basement: sleeper sofa

✅ The Bottom Line

If you want a real log cabin in Pennsylvania’s Dark Skies region—with a hot tub, a true game room, and acres of privacy—this is the one. Come for the stars, stay for the peace, leave with the kind of memories that don’t happen in hotels.

About the Owner

Hi, we’re Josh and Laurie—thanks for considering our cabin! We fell in love with Potter County for the same reasons guests do: quiet forests, beautiful wildlife, and night skies that don’t feel real until you see them. We’ve designed this cabin to be an easy, comfortable home base for families and groups—whether you’re here to explore the area, stargaze, or simply slow down for a few days. We’re hands-on hosts and want your stay to be smooth, relaxing, and worthy of a 5-star review.

Property Type Cabin
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In A keypad is available 24 hours a day to provide entry for guests
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 10
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 25
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • Mountain View
  • Forest
  • Rural
General
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Firewood Provided
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Clothes Drying Rack
  • Portable Fans
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 3 Baths
  • Master – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
  • Guest Downstairs – Shower, Toilet
  • Guest Upstairs – Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 1-10
  • Master – 1 King Bed
  • Guest – 2 Queen Beds
  • Loft – 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed
  • Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Video Library
  • Video Games
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Game Room
  • Pool Table
  • Smart TV
  • Arcade Machine
  • Theme Room
Family
  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib
  • Room Darkening Shades
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
Pool/Spa
  • Hot Tub
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Museums
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddle Boating
  • Sledding
  • Wildlife Viewing
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Rafting
  • Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Mini Golf
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Pool/Jacuzzi With No Fence
Check Out Tasks
  • Turn Things Off
  • Throw Away Trash
  • Lock Up
  • Gather Towels
  • Additional Requests