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Lil Black Bear Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Nashville with free breakfast

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Outdoor spa tub
Standard Quadruple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Lily)
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
Standard Quadruple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Lily) | Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Ensuite (Lavender )

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite (Lavender )

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite (Lavender )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Ensuite (Blue Bell)

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite (Blue Bell)

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite (Blue Bell)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Moon Glory)

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Moon Glory)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Iris)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Iris)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Iris)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Lily)

Standard Quadruple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Lily) | Miscellaneous

Standard Quadruple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Lily)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Ensuite (Petunia)

Deluxe Triple Room, Ensuite (Petunia)

Deluxe Triple Room, Ensuite (Petunia)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Morning Glory)

Superior Triple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Morning Glory)

Superior Triple Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Morning Glory)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Nashville is home to Lil Black Bear Inn. Brown County Music Center and Brown County Art Guild are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit West Hill and Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum. Kidscommons Children's Museum and Bartholomew County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Map
8072 State Road 46E, Nashville, IN, 47448

What's nearby

  • Brown County Music Center - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Hard Truth Distilling Company - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Brown County Art Gallery - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Brown County State Park - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Brown County Playhouse - 15 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gnaw Mart - ‬5 min drive
  • Styx Basement
  • ‪Firebird Tap House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brown County Winery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Lil Black Bear Inn

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden, and a hot tub at Lil Black Bear Inn. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.0 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.0 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Always Brown County
Always Brown County Indiana
Always Inn Brown County Bed & Breakfast
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Lil Black Bear Inn Bed & breakfast
Lil Black Bear Inn Bed & breakfast Nashville

Frequently asked questions

Is Lil Black Bear Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30.0 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Lil Black Bear Inn?

As of Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lil Black Bear Inn on Aug 15, 2025 start from CA $191.18, 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 at Lil Black Bear Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lil Black Bear Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lil Black Bear Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lil Black Bear Inn located?

Situated in Nashville, this bed & breakfast is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lost Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tangeman Woods and Mountain Tea State Forest. Bear Wallow Distillery and Touch the Earth Natural Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lil Black Bear Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 297 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very friendly and accommodating. Property suited our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect refreshing getaway. Place to recharge. Also reconnect with spouse.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Jetted tub was perfect as was the king bed. The property had a wetland and we saw a heron on the first day! Breakfast was super tasty and the owners were informative, enjoyable, and fun to talk to!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet area and clean space! Great hosts, close to town, and delicious breakfast! Thank y'all!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable country B&B with really friendly owner/host and great homemade hot breakfast. Room was good sized, and very comfortable bed. Just :15 outside cute town of Nashville with lots of shops & restaurants, and :10 from the huge Brown County State Park with several hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time here and we REALLY enjoyed ourselves. Jim and Jill were great hosts. So much left undone in Nashville - ww want to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
You will get a very Indiana experience sleeping here. Wake up with a rooster and great coffee. The bathroom was small and the pillow was hard, but we slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were super nice. Jim is hilarious and we loved our short stay here. We would definitely consider staying here again when we come back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable, close to Nashville and Brown County State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best eggs around

Great Brown County location. Hospitality was top knotch and the breakfast was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little B&B in the woods near where we were running a race and needed a place to stay for one night. The owner was very kind and helpful. The room was clean and neat, all amenities we needed were provided. Wish we could have had breakfast with them in the morning, but our race started before breakfast time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a wonderful, quiet stay, great hosts, and a very generous breakfast was served!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot on the hill. Farm fresh breakfast was amazing. I got a double yoke egg! Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B. Great Hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality provided, the home cooked breakfast was a treat. It was in a great location, still in the peaceful country yet close to dining, shopping, and parks. Our room was cozy, clean, and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but very clean and quiet. The breakfast was amazing. The host went out of his way to make us feel welcome. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a nights stay ! Great host excellent breakfast 😊

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great little jewel and great hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quaint with a lot of scenery! The breakfast was amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was amazed at this place, the host was friendly and good homemade breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality was first rate!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not far away from anything in Nashville, IN. They are just about 10 minutes east of Town. Jim and Jill were awsome folks and made the stay very welcoming. Nashville, IN is a wonderful place for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved staying here. Great hospitality and beautiful rooms. The entrance was easy to miss from the highway tho.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024