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Bear Crossing Your next Helen, GA vacation destination is right here! Secluded backing up to Smithgall Woods Preservation but only 1 minutes drive to the main strip in Helen! We have everything covered at this awesome close to downtown property, pack your bags, grab your food and drinks, and get ready for a memory making times at Bear Crossing! You are greeted by warm heart pine tongue and groove interiors with comfortable lounge furniture and an open living room, dining, and kitchen area...
Bear Crossing
Your next Helen, GA vacation destination is right here! Secluded backing up to Smithgall Woods Preservation but only 1 minutes drive to the main strip in Helen! We have everything covered at this awesome close to downtown property, pack your bags, grab your food and drinks, and get ready for a memory making times at Bear Crossing! You are greeted by warm heart pine tongue and groove interiors with comfortable lounge furniture and an open living room, dining, and kitchen area perfect for entertaining and enjoying family time! The kitchen is fully stocked with all your essentials for preparing meals and of course your morning brew of coffee which you will want to take outdoors to our screened-in porch with a breakfast bar overlooking the lush backyard! On our screened porch you also have a 4 seater hot tub warmed and ready for your visit and evening mood lighting that sets the atmosphere for rest and relaxation! This carries over to the open porch area where you have a gas grill and outdoor dining picnic table! We even have seasonal winter Mountain View’s of Mt Yonah from the front porch and Tray Mountain Range off the back deck! Back inside the glass french doors you are back into the living room where you can watch your favorite movies, tv shows, and sports on our smart TV and seasonally enjoy the gas fireplace!
Also on the main floor you have two large bedrooms, the master king bedroom with and en-suite full bath and the guest queen bedroom with a full bath just outside the bedroom door! Laundry facilities are also tucked away between the two bedrooms just in case you need to do some laundry while on your trip!
The most fun part of our cabin, though, is in the Bears Den game room downstairs! All your entertainment needs are met here with a full-size pool table, LED light-up air hockey table with sound effects, Street Fighter 2 stand-up arcade with 12 games, and skee-ball! Also, there is a retro wet bar with a custom-designed hand-painted mural on the wall with a retro mini fridge and a game table to play cards or board games! And the final bedroom in the basement has the kids in mind with a twin over twin and twin over full bunk set to fit adults too! There is also a full bathroom downstairs off the game room! Want more??? We have it! Step outside the lower level French doors and we have another deck with outdoor furniture and a path that leads to our fire pit and private yard where you will definitely want to bring your s’mores kits and enjoy an outdoor campfire in the evenings!
With so much to do in our area from wineries, restaurants, bars, shopping, and even a old country IGA grocery store, you will find just the right thing to do in downtown Helen GA while your on your trip to Bear Crossing. Im sure you can already imagine yourself enjoying this AWESOME retreat so book your dates quickly before they fill up! We can’t wait to entertain you at our Bear Crossing cabin!
Accommodations:
View: Woodland
Seasonal Winter Mountain View
3 Bedroom
3 Bath
Bedroom 1: King Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Twin over Twin Bunk and Twin over Full Bunk
3 Full Bathrooms with Tub/Shower Combos
Sleeps: Up to 9 Guests
IMPORTANT NOTES:
– Grocery Stores close by: Alpine Grocery and Betty’s Country Store only a minute away
– Seasonally decorated for Christmas, including a Christmas Tree, right after Thanksgiving and taken down right after the New Year’s holiday
– We provide complimentary essential products to get you started for your stay, such as 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, 2 dishwasher pods, 2 trash bags, 2 laundry pods, 1 bath soap per bathroom, and 1 pack of coffee. Be sure to bring extra of these items and any other items you may need for your stay
Location:
Only 1 Minute drive to downtown Helen, GA
Backs up to Smithgall Woods Preservation Land where you have several miles of private woods behind your cabin
Anna Ruby Falls/Unicoi State Park: 7 miles (20 min)
Activities:
Tubing down the Chattahoochee River Memorial Day-Labor Day
Axe Throwing
Indoor Go Carts
Escape Room
Horseback Riding
Zip Lining/ Ropes Course
Wineries
Brewery (NoFo Cleveland)
Distillery (Big Creek Distilling Co)
Antiquing
Bird Watching
Boat Rentals @ Lake Burton
Waterfalls
Hiking
Scenic Drives
Day Trip to Dahlonega
Drive-in Movie Theater (Tiger, GA)
House Rules:
Minimum Age to Rent: 29
No Parties
No Smoking
No Pets
No Loud Music Outdoors
Maximum Amount of Cars 4
Wedding Venues:
Yonah Mountain Vineyards: 9.6 miles (16 min)
The Venue at CeNita Vineyards: 12 miles (19 min)
Meadows at Mossey Creek: 13 miles (22 min)
Densmore Farm: 18 miles (26 min)
Willow Creek Farm: 14 miles (20 min)
“We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Creek. The location was perfectly located downtown, yet fairly secluded in the woodland. The house was very nice. None of us are pool sharks but we enjoyed playing a little. We enjoyed sitting around the fire pit every night. There is a hot tub but didn’t use it as we felt the weather was a little warm for that. Their downstairs apartment is a nice addition with the game room, small kitchen, and bath. Teens would love staying in there! We would definitely stay there again.”
“Wonderful place, great location—I loved it.”
“The place is very nice.”
“Great place, near enough to Helen to be convenient but out of the fray. Loved the game room and outdoor spaces. Beautiful secluded view from the back deck.”
“Can’t speak of this place more highly! Communication was 10/10, location was literally 90 seconds from downtown, not accounting for the standard crazy weekend Main Street traffic. The kids LOVED the game room; the hot tub was super fun - and it gave you the entire “Helen cabin” experience you’re looking for. 10/10 - marvelous experience!”
“We had a great stay! We especially loved the downstairs area for the kids, the hot tub on the screened-in porch, and how close the cabin was to tubing and downtown Helen.”
“We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Creek. The location was perfectly located downtown, yet fairly secluded in the woodland. The house was very nice. None of us are pool sharks but we enjoyed playing a little. We enjoyed sitting around the fire pit every night. There is a hot tub but didn’t use it as we felt the weather was a little warm for that. Their downstairs apartment is a nice addition with the game room, small kitchen, and bath. Teens would love staying in there! We would definitely stay there again.”
“Wonderful place, great location—I loved it.”
“The place is very nice.”
“Great place, near enough to Helen to be convenient but out of the fray. Loved the game room and outdoor spaces. Beautiful secluded view from the back deck.”
“Can’t speak of this place more highly! Communication was 10/10, location was literally 90 seconds from downtown, not accounting for the standard crazy weekend Main Street traffic. The kids LOVED the game room; the hot tub was super fun - and it gave you the entire “Helen cabin” experience you’re looking for. 10/10 - marvelous experience!”
“We had a great stay! We especially loved the downstairs area for the kids, the hot tub on the screened-in porch, and how close the cabin was to tubing and downtown Helen.”
“What a great spot! It’s easily accessible by the roads leading up to the cabin, quiet, the cabin is rustic and lovely (but very clean and well stocked). The hosts were communicate and helpful. We had a great stay!”
“Loved my visit here.”
“We absolutely loved our stay! The cabin was perfect for our family of six, with room to spare. It was so cozy and had everything we needed and even more. The location to downtown Helen was super close, just took minutes to get there. We especially loved all the little decor details in the cabin. The game room was so much fun for our entire family! Highly recommend this cabin for your Helen stay!”
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Bear Crossing. The cabin is exactly like the photos and did not disappoint in any way. It’s extremely convenient with how close to Helen it is. Yet you’re surrounded by woods and feel isolated and peaceful. Many days leaving we would see deer or other wildlife wandering around and on our last day out there was a black bear hanging out in the cul-de-sac. Luckily, he kept to himself after knocking over the bear proof trashcan. We would definitely repeat a stay again. Absolutely wonderful cabin and hosts.”
“Very well located. Felt secluded but very close to Helen.”
“Beautiful area. Hosts are very responsive Enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Lots of room.”
“What a great spot! It’s easily accessible by the roads leading up to the cabin, quiet, the cabin is rustic and lovely (but very clean and well stocked). The hosts were communicate and helpful. We had a great stay!”
“Loved my visit here.”
“We absolutely loved our stay! The cabin was perfect for our family of six, with room to spare. It was so cozy and had everything we needed and even more. The location to downtown Helen was super close, just took minutes to get there. We especially loved all the little decor details in the cabin. The game room was so much fun for our entire family! Highly recommend this cabin for your Helen stay!”
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Bear Crossing. The cabin is exactly like the photos and did not disappoint in any way. It’s extremely convenient with how close to Helen it is. Yet you’re surrounded by woods and feel isolated and peaceful. Many days leaving we would see deer or other wildlife wandering around and on our last day out there was a black bear hanging out in the cul-de-sac. Luckily, he kept to himself after knocking over the bear proof trashcan. We would definitely repeat a stay again. Absolutely wonderful cabin and hosts.”
“Very well located. Felt secluded but very close to Helen.”
“Beautiful area. Hosts are very responsive Enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Lots of room.”
“We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Creek. The location was perfectly located downtown, yet fairly secluded in the woodland. The house was very nice. None of us are pool sharks but we enjoyed playing a little. We enjoyed sitting around the fire pit every night. There is a hot tub but didn’t use it as we felt the weather was a little warm for that. Their downstairs apartment is a nice addition with the game room, small kitchen, and bath. Teens would love staying in there! We would definitely stay there again.”
“Wonderful place, great location—I loved it.”
“The place is very nice.”
“Great place, near enough to Helen to be convenient but out of the fray. Loved the game room and outdoor spaces. Beautiful secluded view from the back deck.”
“Can’t speak of this place more highly! Communication was 10/10, location was literally 90 seconds from downtown, not accounting for the standard crazy weekend Main Street traffic. The kids LOVED the game room; the hot tub was super fun - and it gave you the entire “Helen cabin” experience you’re looking for. 10/10 - marvelous experience!”
“We had a great stay! We especially loved the downstairs area for the kids, the hot tub on the screened-in porch, and how close the cabin was to tubing and downtown Helen.”
“Came to Helen for a short getaway with my grandkids. From the very beginning, everything was top-notch. Cabin easy to get to nestled in the woods. Great location, town just a few minutes away. Kids loved the game room. They had their own area where they slept downstairs. Well taken care of in plenty of room. The fire pit was the highlight of the evening along with the hot tub. Would highly recommend.”
“Very nice cabin, plenty of room and secluded feel. We always worry about the sleep but the beds were comfortable, no aches or pain. Very nice place.”
“The place was perfect! Very roomy. Was the perfect stay for our girls weekend.”
“Great place for a family getaway. Had some small issues we brought to the hosts’ attention….nothing that affected our stay. We’d come back”
“We visited this lovely cabin with another family for a long weekend. It was perfect - the kids played in the game room and in the woods, and had an absolute blast. Despite below-freezing temps, the cabin was cozy. We loved our stay!”
“We had the most amazing stay at Bear Crossing! The location is perfect and close to all Helen has to offer but also private and secluded. The cabin is so cozy and comfortable and all the Christmas decorations made us feel right at home. Our favorite features were the gas fireplace and pool table. The kids had a blast in the game room and the adults enjoyed the split floor plan when we wanted to hang out upstairs. The hot tub was so clean and great to relax in after a busy day in town. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals too. We hope to be back soon!”
“Amazing cabin, very close to town. Felt right at home, everything was clean and well maintained. My family loved it!”
“Great place to stay and close to downtown Helen! Would be willing to stay there again!”
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“Great location to explore the area. The cabin was clean and well stocked. The game area downstairs was perfect for hanging out. I would recommend this place.”
“The cabin was very clean an enjoyable. The grand parents an children had a great time.”
“We loved staying at Bear Crossing. It was nicely decorated for Christmas and was very clean. It was the perfect size for four adults and two kids. The downstairs was perfect for the kids. Also the location was great, close enough to downtown Helen but far enough away weekend traffic wasn’t a problem.”
“My wife and I along with her two sisters and their husbands stayed in the Bear Crossing cabin for our annual Sister Christmas. It was the perfect place. Each couple not only had their own bedroom but their own bathroom. The Bear Crossing folks were very friendly and made a special effort to make sure there was a Christmas tree and decorations since we were checking in the day after thanksgiving. It was the perfect location. Up in the woods where you felt you were in the mountains, yet only a few minutes from downtown Helen. We would definitely stay there again.”
“To celebrate a milestone birthday, we decided to head to the mountains of Georgia to check out a little town called Helen. This cabin had everything we needed to enjoy a long weekend and keep us all entertained! The bedrooms are spacious and each has a bathroom close by, which is a must. The living space upstairs is open with soaring ceilings, and the downstairs game room was a lot of fun. Each morning, I enjoyed drinking my coffee outside on one of the many decks. This cabin is a gem. Definitely recommend for families or friends traveling together!”
“My boyfriend and I stayed at this cozy cabin a few weeks ago and fell in love! It was very clean and the owners even left wine and chocolates for us! Downstairs is an awesome game room with a pool table, air hockey table, and ski ball machine. It also includes another bedroom and bathroom for a separate place for other guests. It is less than a mile into town with so many fun bars and incredible restaurants, yet you feel like you’re miles away from the city. If you’re coming to Helen, GA this is definitely the place to stay!”
“We enjoyed this location. We spent a lot of morning and evenings at the house and explored and adventured during the day. Our kids enjoyed the game room below and we as adults enjoyed how spacious the house was and how close it was to the things we wanted to do.”
“We found the cabin to be very comfortable and charming, with everything needed for a family vacation. From the fully equipped kitchen, game room, hot tub and washer/dryer, we had everything we wanted for this trip. Surrounded by trees and nature made it all the more appealing. It’s also conveniently close to town, stores, restaurants and shopping. We’d rent this cabin again!”
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Helen! The book with recommendations by previous renters was a nice touch. Our kids loved the arcade and we loved the hot tub. The beds were comfortable and every tv (there’s one in every bedroom and both “living rooms”) worked.”
“We didn’t want to go home we wanted to live there forever BEST CABIN TRIP EVER!”
“We enjoyed a great weekend with our adult children! The fire pit was so much fun!”
“My husband and I and two friends spent 4 nights in this cabin, which was wonderful! This cabin is beautiful, clean, lots of space, easy to find and closed to town. We totally recommend this cabin.”
“This place was amazing and so much fun would stay there again.!!!”
“My family loves the house ❤️”
“Great place would definitely stay again”
“The accommodations were perfect for our family. It had everything you needed for a very comfortable stay. we got to meet the property manager because we did need a little help with lighting the pilot light for the fireplace, he was so incredibly kind and accommodating when we asked him several questions and recommendations for restaurants, etc. We booked this cabin for our Christmas vacation, and it was everything we would've wanted! They even decorated the cabin with Christmas decor and a small Christmas tree!! We loved Helen! Adorable town with tons to do!”
“It was a beautiful cabin with lots of room. Very close to downtown Helen.”
“Cabin was perfect for parents with adult kids. From the hot tub, fire pit and game room..plenty of room for everyone to spread out or group together. Fun was had and lasting memories made.”
“Outstanding stay! The house was spotless, clean and well organized. Great location and within walking distance from all major attractions. The rooms were ample and nicely decorated and furnished. The best part was the great service and the level of care we received helped made our stay simply incredible and the memories will be cherished !”
“What a great spot! It’s easily accessible by the roads leading up to the cabin, quiet, the cabin is rustic and lovely (but very clean and well stocked). The hosts were communicate and helpful. We had a great stay!”
“Loved my visit here.”
“We absolutely loved our stay! The cabin was perfect for our family of six, with room to spare. It was so cozy and had everything we needed and even more. The location to downtown Helen was super close, just took minutes to get there. We especially loved all the little decor details in the cabin. The game room was so much fun for our entire family! Highly recommend this cabin for your Helen stay!”
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Bear Crossing. The cabin is exactly like the photos and did not disappoint in any way. It’s extremely convenient with how close to Helen it is. Yet you’re surrounded by woods and feel isolated and peaceful. Many days leaving we would see deer or other wildlife wandering around and on our last day out there was a black bear hanging out in the cul-de-sac. Luckily, he kept to himself after knocking over the bear proof trashcan. We would definitely repeat a stay again. Absolutely wonderful cabin and hosts.”
“Very well located. Felt secluded but very close to Helen.”
“Beautiful area. Hosts are very responsive Enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Lots of room.”
“Came to Helen for a short getaway with my grandkids. From the very beginning, everything was top-notch. Cabin easy to get to nestled in the woods. Great location, town just a few minutes away. Kids loved the game room. They had their own area where they slept downstairs. Well taken care of in plenty of room. The fire pit was the highlight of the evening along with the hot tub. Would highly recommend.”
“The unit is decorated in a very cute cabin way. Very spacious. Beds sleep well. Extra pillows available. The amenities are as described. The hot tub was wonderful, especially as it was under cover and it rained every day of our trip! :( Be aware that the road is very rough for big heavy motorcycles: if we had come on the bikes as planned it would have been very difficult to manage although not impossible. The only two 'complaints' are that the seating is limited for a house that sleeps 9, and there is no good place to keep non perishable food in the kitchen. We had 6 people and had to bring in a bench to eat at the table. And the living room furniture seems to be split up between the upstairs and downstairs. So the fireplace ledge was used for seating. And the main kitchen is well stocked with dish ware and gadgets, but there weren't any empty cabinets to put the groceries in. Not major issues, just things to be aware of. Yes, there is wildlife, as we did see a bear in the driveway.”
“Beautiful home with everything needed to make our stay what we hoped for!”
“We had a great stay! The place was very clean and spacious, which made it super comfortable for everyone. The game room was a lot of fun and kept us entertained, and the views were absolutely beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!”
“Lovely stay! Plenty of space for our family of 5. We absolutely loved the location and how close it was to town.”
“Beautiful cabin! Host was very responsive! Will definitely be booking with Blue Creek Cabins again!”
“Perfect place close to downtown. Very quiet and peaceful. Kids loved the basement. Had pool tournaments every night. 😁. Hot tub and fire pit was great. Overall great place and great location!”
“The cabin is nestled into a beautiful wooded area and the fire pit area is real pretty. Lots of outdoor deck spaces to enjoy also. The inside decorated real nice with lots of nods to the bear theme. Sadly, there was a very bad odor like mildew/sour smell throughout the cabin and was worse downstairs. The downstairs game room was a lot of fun! I really didn’t like the fact that toilet paper was limited to one roll. And they weren’t full rolls when we arrived. I also would like to see more coffee cups available. We enjoyed the hot tub!!! It’s a nice cozy screened in area.”
“Wonderful location and everything worked with the games,electronics, and hot tub. Truly enjoyed our stay. Very glad they stress the need for a higher clearance car. The road itself has many holes/bumps, so had to very careful.”
“Very nice cabin. Beautiful setting and a perfect distance from town.”
“This is a great cabin in both location and privacy. Even though you can see other cabins near by you feel like you have your own private woods. The location near the town of Helen is great. It is a couple of minute drive or a 15 minute walk into town. The accommodations are perfect for a large family or two small families. The kids loved the bunk room that is on the same level as the game room. The game room is great for keeping the kids entertained and the upstairs living room is nice for the adults. Having the place decorated for Christmas was a plus. Also, the fire pit is great.”
“Excellent cabin. Clean and convenient to downtown. We had a great time! Thanks!”
“House was very clean and decorated nice for the holidays. Music was playing and it smelled great inside, with some wine and important information on the counter. Great location to get to downtown Helen, but far enough away that we didn’t have to fight any downtown traffic. This cabin was great and perfect for two families with kids 8 and 13.”
“The cabin is close to everything but still secluded. It's nice and fully furnished. The driveway is a little bit rough but with the recent heavy rains it is to be expected. Loved it here and would stay again!”
“We were overall happy with the appearance of the cabin.”
“They went above and beyond expectations to make you feel right at home. They were amazing hosts!”
“The cabin was clean, organized, and exactly as described. The welcoming note, chocolates, and wine was super unexpected! Everything was well kept and in great shape. the bedding was comfortable and plenty of extra blankets and pillows. Check-in and checkout were easy and simple instructions left for both were extremely helpful. Can't wait to go back for another weekend!”
“We had a great time staying in Helen, GA! There’s so much to do in the area. We hiked to Dukes Creek Falls, rode the alpine coaster, went zip-lining, went tubing, and ate at several fun restaurants. We were two families staying in Bear Crossing cabin. It’s a great cabin and the game room area is perfect for the kids. The only big downsides are the carpets in the cabin and the Adirondack chairs outside could both use some updating. The pool table is in rough shape too, but the kids still enjoyed it. Overall though, we enjoyed our stay there and the cabin is in a perfect location to get to/from all that Helen has to offer. The closest major grocery store seems to be Ingles and it’s around 7 miles away so grab groceries on your way in (you’ll need to bring your own toilet paper and paper towels). We were too dumb to figure out the smart thermostat and the management company was super responsive and had someone out to help us right away. We were super impressed!”
“Cabin was very nice and clean. Loved the game room. Would highly recommend this cabin. Great location right in downtown Helen.”
“book it, you won't regret it.”
“Cozy and comfortable!”
“We enjoyed staying here so much! My husband and children had an absolute blast in the game room and my joy was in watching them play their hearts out! In the evening we enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub. Everything you could think of was provided. Will definitely book here again!”
“We stayed here for our Christmas vacation. The cabin was decorated with a Christmas tree and all of the lights and festivities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin on a mountain. Just moments away from downtown Helen, Georgia, we ate at a lot of wonderful restaurants and did a lot of activities. I highly recommend Bear Creek.!”
“The cabin was amazing and perfect for us 6 adults. The unit was very clean and maintained. It was decorated with warm and inviting Christmas decorations on the inside. It felt like we just walked into a Hallmark card when we walked in. We loved the outside firepit and spent a few evenings out there. The hot tub was a major plus. The kitchen had everything you needed and we did cook 3 out of the 4 nights there. The downstairs was big along with its own large bedroom / bath and plenty of games to keep everyone busy. Overall we would def come back to this cabin. We had plenty of towels and the washer / dryer was a plus. Make sure you bring your own shower soap, hair products, a few rolls of toilet paper /paper towels and trash bags.”
“Absolutely loved the cabin and the location.”
“We LOVED this cabin, especially the hot tub in the screened porch and the firepit! It is in a very peaceful location in a cul-de-sac in the woods. The location is close to town by car, and is technically "walkable" but you should know that it's a very steep hilly road; takes about 25 minutes to walk. The game room downstairs in the basement is an amazing add on, especially with the kids room and bathroom - PLUS the bar area. It's also nice to have this area very easily accessed by the firepit area. The living room is very cozy with the fireplace. About a 40 min drive north is Brasstown Bald; a must see if you visit this cabin. Highly recommend this place!”
“Helen is a gorgeous town, and the cabin was perfect for our needs. Our children loved playing with in the game room downstairs, which left the hot tub to the adults! Could not have planned it better if I tried! The very steep driveway made my children think they were on a rollercoaster, but nothing too scary. The cabin is secluded and peaceful which is exactly what was needed.”