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"Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more

Family-friendly stay near White Mountain National Forest

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81493 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bethlehem, NH
  • Place, Colonial Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Franconia Notch State Park
  • Place, Rocks Estate
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bethlehem

Heart of Bethlehem.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Colonial Theater and Local Works Marketplace at WREN. Gallery at WREN and Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colonial Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Strawberry Hill State Forest - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Rocks Estate - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wayside Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Schilling Beer Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Diner - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more

ENHANCED HOUSE AND SAFETY GUIDELINES.

Privacy!! The whole private 1493 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath house and large yard with picnic table on a corner lot that borders private woods, wildlife and a quiet dead end street. Only 1 block walking distance to all the action such as, the Historic Colonial Theater on Main Street/route 302 and all the action in Bethlehem Village such as quaint shops, dining , such as Rek-lis restaurant and brewery along with free Gazebo music concerts in the Summer, close to hiking and bike trails also. Home is Sanitized between guests with clorox/lysol wipes, also Alcohol and peroxide cleaned. All bed linens washed between guests. Highest peak East of the Rockies with fresh mountain air. In the heart of the Beautiful White Mountains. Why drive when you can walk! Close to all White Mountain 4 season attractions, hiking,
biking & skiing! Mount Washington, Cog, skiing and family entertainment parks. Oh! Also tax free shopping.

Please pick up after your pet in yard with pet bags near back door.

Please put toys back where they belong and put TV back on the right settings for our next guest. Thank you!!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Only Allowed outside the house with ashtrays.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,493 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Bears are out of Hibernation during Summer and Fall looking for food. Please put extra trash in Utility room near back door until Tues. mornings when we move trash and recycable barrels
Continued: Truck trash pickup on Tuesday mornings. We will move empty trash barrels to the street
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We supply a clean dog bed. bowls and pet waste bags if requested. If dog likes to chew we will supply a dog kennel. Max of 2 dogs
Dispose of diapers in trash. Let us know if you need a crib, play pen or high chair. Toys in Master bedroom closet. Please put away after. Thanks!🐻
No charging of electric cars at home. There are 2 free charging stations in Littleton at Littleton Food Coop x 41 and Crosstown motors x 42.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No pet fee! Waste bags near back door

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please dispose of diapers in trash bag.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Some guest have had birthday or bridal parties.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only Allowed outside the house with ashtrays.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Some guest have had birthday or bridal parties.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. Note from host: Some guest have had birthday or bridal parties. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.5 mi (24-min drive) away from the Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.2 mi (14-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach.

Does "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more to downtown Bethlehem?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Bethlehem.

"Bear Crossing" Whole 🏠! 10% off 7 nts or more, 15% off 28 nts or more Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 211 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laura B.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay here! The house was well equipped with everything we needed. It was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Please note that there is a decent size set of stairs to reach the door of the property. We did not know that in advance and have some members of our group with mobility difficulties. However, the house is all one level which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Crossing is a charming house with the bear theme decor amazingly strewn throughout. Plenty of space, comfortable beds and Jacuzzi style tub in master! Kitchen was well equipped and owner was very prompt in any replies. We would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house in a cute village

Lovely house for a small family. Kids toys and amenities available. Kitchen stocked well with needed appliances/plates/cups etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N. H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation Spot

This was our 2nd time staying here and we were very happy to be back. Very comfortable accommodations for our family of 4 and perfect location for visitong the sites in the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very helpful/communicative and the house was well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

House was just as described, it was very nice. Very quiet neighborhood. Host was very communicative & responded quickly. No complaints about the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seamless rental experience, comfortable and welcoming

This comfortable home was great for our getaway. Communication was easy and clear. We were offered early check in and late departure and that was so kind and appreciated. The steps had been salted for our arrival as it had been a little icy and they could be slippery. Thank you for ensuring that was done even tho it was late March. We did not get to bring our dog, but if we'd been able to, she would have been welcome which was so sweet. And there were no odors or sign of other's pets from previous renters. Everything was clean, spotless even. That always gives me peace of mind. We didn't have any concerns about anything during our stay. Listing is clear the master bedroom is a double bed and that worked out for us but when one tossed and turned, the bed definitely responds both with movement and sound. Linens were very comfortable, with flannel sheets and perfect blanket weights. The master bath includes a soaking/Jacuzzi tub although the hot water heater doesn't offer a large enough capacity to fill that suitably. The kitchen was large and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient location, short walk to restaurants etc

Weve stayed here before, like it alot
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent time

Very clean and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful little family get away

Everything about our stay was wonderful! The price was great and the host was very communicative. She let us know things to do in the area and checked in throughout the stay. Questions were answered in a very timely manner. We were able to bring our small dog which made planning the trip even easier. The host provided bowls and a bed which made our dog (and us) very happy. Before we'd left I'd already looked at other dates to book this property! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja C., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little headquarters for exploring!

The house is in a quiet neighborhood with everything you might need and thoughtful details like kcups and regular coffee for the different kinds of coffee machines (we added our leftover k cups!) and a big flashlight by the door for taking the dog out at night. I'm always a little wary of properties that take dogs (even though we often travel with ours) because sometimes it's obvious a dog has been there. That was not the case here - the house was clean and if there were t dog beds (which our dog loved) and bowls then we would have never known. Communication with the owner was excellent and she was very sweet to suggest some things to do as well as respond quickly. The house is "well loved" in that it feels cozy and lived in (very strong bear theme, which the kids loved!) but has a nice layout for hanging out with the family and the big kitchen is a plus. We wouldn't hesitate to book again! Make sure you check out neighboring Littleton for a fun downtown and covered bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Had an awesome time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing home

This home had everything we needed. It is very comfortable with enough space to rest and just hang out. We enjoyed this home and it was the perfect location for us to see many sights in the area without going too far. The restaurant one block away was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M., Sullivan, Missouri, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home

We loved the house. It was clean and very accommodating. The owner was super nice and communicative. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tanya o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay at Bear Crossing!

What a terrific property! We had an amazing stay at Bear Crossing. From booking to check out, the process was seamless and the owners were so communicative and friendly. It's a great property -- quiet, clean, well stocked! We had a blast. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

awesome!

it was perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice weekend stay

House was as advertised and clean. Host communicated well and checked in when we had bad weather to make sure all was good. Check in and out very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend location

Was as presented. Plenty of options for walking in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Juergen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visit

Nothing of note
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget D., Franklin, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

BD

Bear Crossing is family friendly property in a super convenient Bethlehem location! I loved that you could walk to all of the downtown restaurants and attractions in minutes. Wonderful hiking and biking trails were also minutes away. I enjoyed the convenience of having a well stocked property. All of the bedding and towels you could ask for. We ate out almost every meal, I could see that the kitchen was well stocked. We never ran out of coffee cups or drinking glasses! The air-conditioning was a plus, the weather was hot during our visit. Two full bathrooms were very clean and convenient for a family of four. Marilyn was a welcoming and gracious host. I appreciated her quick response to my question. My only suggestion would be to improve the mattress in the master and leave some space in dressers and closets for your guest to unpack. Thanks for a lovely holiday at Bear Crossing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N. H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had a great time in the White Mountains during our stay at Bear Crossing. The property had everything we needed and had ample space for our family of 4. The location was close to all the places we wanted to visit and made for a great family vacation. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson and Steve Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great location, house has plenty of room very quiet neighborhood. A quick walk to the quaint town of Bethlehem. Franconia Park was a quick ride. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P., Westfield, ma

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Return visit, always a pleasure. Great communication, convenient location, and comfortable accommodations. Had a nice visit by a passing bear too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024