Title: Bear Creek at Patoka Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Bear Creek at Patoka Lake Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Bear Creek at Patoka Lake ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bear Creek at Patoka Lake (Birdseye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113616000/113615978/e99da806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bear Creek at Patoka Lake (Birdseye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113616000/113615978/0027d4f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Bear Creek at Patoka Lake (Birdseye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113616000/113615978/7e08bdde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball - Bear Creek at Patoka Lake (Birdseye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113616000/113615978/8fae31a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Bear Creek at Patoka Lake (Birdseye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113616000/113615978/783f418a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit at Bear Creek at Patoka Lake. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking, bicycling, and boating at this cabin. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Creek at Patoka Lake Escape to the tranquility of Bear Creek Cabin in the woods! Located near Patoka Lake main entrance this log cabin is the perfect place for a relaxing reset with easy access to restaurants, winery, boating, hiking, and fishing and so much more. As well as an easy drive to French Lick and Holiday World. Amenities such as the fire pit and screened in porch offer space for everyone to comfortably enjoy your stay. \* Community quiet hours 10pm-8am. \*Please keep noise in general within reason. \* If fire pit is used fire must be sprayed with water before leaving. \*Do not burn trash. \*Park on gravel areas only in designated area. \* If parking more than 1 vehicle is expected please notify host prior to check in. \*For the consideration of others and safety once on gravel road please keep speed to less than 5 miles per hour. \*Strictly no events or parties are allowed! \*Please do not place grills on porch or deck. Please note: Staying after 11 am without prior approval is subject to additional fees. Unauthorized late check out $100 for each hour past 11am. After 1pm the guest will be charged that days base rate without discounts and that does NOT award possession of the property for that day. If the date to extend the stay is available, the guest must formally extend their stay. However, we reserve the right to decline the extension. Guests will be responsible for any and all refunds given to incoming guests due to unauthorized late check out and will be charged for repayment of those costs. \*No projectile fireworks or discharging of firearms at property. By booking this rental, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the owners and managers of any accidents or injuries that may occur for you or your guests while at the property ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104110000/104101700/104101605/563e1993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Hidden Oaks" Log Cabin at Patoka Lake-French Lick - Southern Indiana Escape! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 366185 ## About the area Located in Birdseye, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. French Lick Scenic Railway and Jasper City Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Patoka Lake and Newton-Stewart State Recreation Area. Big Splash Adventure and FLWB Indoor Karting are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Birdseye travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Birdseye.dx3000435762) [View more Cabin rentals in Birdseye](https://www.expedia.ca/Birdseye-Cabins.d3000435762-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.38539%2C-86.66848&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b42w45Wvh6Ua8l9KjSL37FS5f8s=) Birdseye, IN ### What's nearby - ![Warm orange sunset with cloudy sky viewed from the shore of Patoka Lake in Indiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056394273/cb851698-9126-4c0c-a106-5ce5f1af25f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Patoka Lake 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - Patoka Lake Swimming Beach 12 min drive \- 8.6 km - French Lick Casino 32 min drive \- 37.3 km - French Lick Springs Hotel 32 min drive \- 37.7 km - Big Splash Adventure 33 min drive \- 38.7 km ### Restaurants - Kelleys Restaurant & Bar LLC 20 min drive - Debs Truck Stop 22 min drive - Benny’s Off The Water 7 min drive - Patoka Lake Pub 'N' Grub 7 min drive - Happy Hour Sports Bar 21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Creek at Patoka Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bear Creek at Patoka Lake? ### What time is check-out at Bear Creek at Patoka Lake? ### Where is Bear Creek at Patoka Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bear Creek at Patoka Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maegen G. Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cabin was beautiful and comfortable! We loved that it had everything we needed right down to the stakes to roast our marshmallows and thought the throw blankets added an extra touch of comfort on a fall evening! ##### Maegen G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madilyn P. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing girls weekend This property thought about all the little things and was an amazing stay with friends! ##### Madilyn P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia M. Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### PEACE AND QUIET I enjoyed the cabin, thanks ##### Cynthia M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan B. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a new property and everything was clean. We appreciated the phone charger and coffee pods ##### Alan B. 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