"Love, Love, Love The Bear Den! We will definitely be back. All of us were extremely satisfied with our way. Way better than a hotel!!! It was great to have all the amenities here. It made our snowmobiling experience that much easier and enjoyable. The owners went above and beyond. It was a last minute reservation and included an additional night with no problems. The Bear Den was super clean, comfortable and furnished beyond what was expected! The King bed was to die for - didn't want to leave it!!! If your craving pizza like we were, go to Liberty Bell in Hurley - Delicious. Thank you so very much! - Heather (Feb 9, 2014)

"We would have to agree The Bear Den is wonderful!!! We had a wonderful time skiing at Indianhead...perfect skiing conditions! We went up to the Porkies and that was a wonderful day as well. We will definitely be back next year. Thanks for everything!" - Brian, Anne, Brianne, Molly & Dude (Mar 23, 2014)

"Absolutely Awesome!!! The bear Den is so cute, comfortable, cozy and charming. Everything is here that you could possibly need to make yourself at home. I have to mention the King bed, as well. Unbelievably comfortable. I didn't want to get out of it. Sure made for a restful sleep which was needed to recover from busy days of hiking and visiting with old and new friends." - Jill & Millie (Jun 18, 2014)

"The Bear Den is wonderful! We enjoyed our stay very much and we appreciated the Wi-Fi- and long distance phone. The rooms are great - loved the beds! The living room, kitchen are was great for family meals and get-togethers. We were for for July 4th and a family reunion. We would definitely recommend this place. Kids favorite activities include catching frogs, climbing the bluff in Bessemer and the parade and fireworks. We also really appreciated the laundry machines and the well-stocked kitchen. The Bear Den was the perfect home-away-from home." Joann & Mike (Jul 7, 2014)

"Such a delightful get-away we've just enjoyed at the Bear Den! We so appreciate all of the generous touches that made our vacation a relaxing break from the daily hub-hub...wonderful bed, the goodies awaiting us on the dining table, the well-provisioned kitchen and everything so tidy and welcoming. The only thing missing from the home was the t0-do list (didn't miss it!!). All that was left for us to do was to explore this beautiful area. the waterfalls were a hit as well as all of the state and county parks...the Porcupine Mountains and of course Liberty Bell Pizza! Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home with us!" - Bill & Chris (2014)

"What a beautiful weekend! Glad you could plan the weather like this! The Bear Den is better than at home. We visited Little Girl's Point, which had been devastated by a recent storm, but I found plenty of rocks and stones. We visited Presque Isle and waterfalls and Lake of the Clouds. The color on the trees was gorgeous and Ron did not freeze his butt off!!! Terrific time." - Ron, Janice & Kat (Sep 28, 2014)

"It seems that every time we come "Up North" we are always at a different house. we love the fact that we have a choice of homes depending on how many people we have with us. The "Bear Den" fit our needs and was very appreciated. We just loved the decor, the cleanliness and the location. We try to come up here at least once a year. We picked this weekend because of "Applefest" in Bayfield, but the weather did not cooperate. We did manage to get to some waterfalls and go to Lake Superior (my favorite lake). My wife just loved the red theme in the kitchen. I can't believe how roomy and spacious a small house can be.  It was great. We love the homes that Tracy has rented to us in the past. Every year, as we look at our vacation pictures, there is usually one or two pictures of the house we rent. We are never disappointed. Thanks." - Friendship, WI (2014)

"Loved the house!!! Stayed for two nights and had a blast on the trails." - (Oct 16, 2014)

"Ditto to everything that's been said before!!! This is an absolutely lovely place - what a gem! Thank you to Tracy and Lee for letting us stay here on a whim - we have to be back for a longer stay next time. So impressed by the attention to detail here - from the cozy coordinating decor to the little things (thank you for the yummy pancakes - what a treat to find those in the cupboard). We were even able to use the ice for our coolers to take our pasties home. We enjoyed Liberty Bell Chalet as others have mentioned (I went for my usual - homemade noodles and meatballs! Though I know the pizza is top notch, too!) And we got in a lot of outdoor time - Sunday Lake and Black River Harbor. What a memorable anniversary weekend! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you." - Sara & Scott (Oct 19, 2014)

"We had a very nice time at The Bear Den. Everything was set up very nice.  Well equipped kitchen... beautiful decor...a great king size bed. Loved it. Ironwood is a great place to visit. There was plenty of snow and the skiing and snowshoeing was great. The trails at Wolverine were awesome. If you want a great meal (breakfast & lunch) go to Mikes Diner on US2. A small dinner with large portions. You won't be disappointed. Of course, The Bell in Hurley is always good too. We come up every year and hope we can get into this same place again next X-Mas." - Pete, Amanda & Family (Dec 27, 2014)

"Thanks for the great accommodations! Everything was amazing and so much better than a hotel! Loved all the little "extras"!!! Snowmobiled almost 600 miles and can't wait to come back again sometime." - Kelly, Cam, Shaun & Don (Jan 3, 2015)

"Thank you so much for letting us stay here so we could come and visit our son. The accommodations were wonderful! We love this house! It's even nicer than ours, ha ha!!! We really appreciate the hospitality and would love to come back sometime!" - Chuck & Jen (Feb 29, 2015)

"Thank you so much for letting us stay at your wonderful home. The Bear Den was a perfect winter get away. After a long day of skiing, nothing warms you up quite like the hot tub. The table was perfect for meals and card playing before bed. What a wonderful place. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks again!" - Meryl, Tyler, Katie, Dane, Kyan & Bill (Jan 10, 2016)

"Wonderful home. Thanks for letting us stay here! Pioneer Lodging does a fabulous job!" - Jeff, Mary, Nik (2016)

"Very pleasant experience. I will recommend you to friends and family!" - Sandy (May 26, 2016)

"This was a great place for both Dan and I. We enjoyed the area. Lots of day trips. It was wonderful. Copper Peak sky lift was the scariest thing be have ever done! It was a "hoot" and we are glad that we did it...as we will never do it again. The special care you have given to the house is awesome. Your generosity is appreciated and we will recommend "The Bear Den" to our friends and family. Much thanks." - The Arkansas Travelers (Jul 31, 2016)

"Thank you again for a great stay. There isn't a thing I would change about the accommodations. It was perfect for the 2 of us and we made the most of the area! It has been a great home away from home! Thanks again!" - Tom & Debbie (Aug 10, 2016)

"Very cozy place and the hot tub is everyting you want it to be. Tracy and Lee will come by once a day to maintain it but they let you know in advance. They are extremely accommodating, best airbnb we have had!" - Samuel (Feb 2021)

"The Bear Den was the perfect weekend getaway! Cute place, clean, offered local recommendations, great at communicating and close to everything one could want for a weekend getaway! We had a lovely time and can't wait to visit again!" - Katie (Jan 2021)

"Very clean and comfortable place to stay. Kitchen is well equipped. We found it to be a good place to stay for a xc ski trip." - Spencer (Jan 2021)

"Great place to stay for a long weekend ski trip. Conveniently located close to ski areas. House was very clean and comfortable for our family. Hot tub was nice after a day of skiing. Tracy was quick to respond to any questions we had." - Matt (Jan 2021)

"Fabulous home away from home in the UP! Our XC ski trip was made perfect, by the great accommodations which were spacious for two, but would comfortably work for four. The completely outfitted kitchen made our plan to eat all meals in work perfectly. Was so nice not to have to go out again after a full day of skiing! Having our own hot tub was a huge plus on a ski trip too. The "Bear Den" let us settle into the north woods with just enough cabin-like coziness to rest up for the next day on the trails!" - Sheryl (Jan 2021)

"Great space and SO clean! Awesome communication with the host throughout the stay and the hot tub was very clean and a nice addition. Would recommend!" - Ellen (Jan 2021)

"Great place to stay if you are looking to ski, fish, hike or just get away to relax. Tracy was quick to respond to questions and made us feel at home." - Josh (Dec 2020)

"Great place, feels like you're staying at a friends house." - Connor (Nov 2020)

"Tracy's place is cute and comfortable with many thoughtful touches. Kitchen is very well stocked with pots, pans, knives, utensils, herbs, basics, etc - one of the best Airbnb kitchens I've experienced! The hot tub in the basement was very relaxing and easy to remove/return the cover. Bathroom essentials are provided, including a basket of supplies in case your forgot a necessity. King was was comfortable and warm....Living room was warm with the cute faux fireplace and charming with the canoe shelf and bear decor. Would be a good place for a holiday getaway. Nice recliner and good selection of games and movies. Overall it was very clean and comfortable - more like staying with a friend that your typical Airbnb."  (Oct 2020)

"This was a wonderful place for a getaway. Quick drive to town and hiking, a quiet neighborhood, and a lovely home. Hosts were great." - Amanda (Oct 2020)

"Great place! Amazing amenities and very comfortable." - Benjamin (Sep 2020)

"Great comfy and cute place to stay, lots of tips on local attractions and places to shop in town or nearby. We had a lovely time and enjoyed having a well appointed kitchen where we could cook our own meals. The new gas grill outside was also great!" - Christine (Sep 2020)

"Awesome place, very clean and perfect for a getaway." - Dan (Aug 2020)

"I love waterfalls and they were everywhere!!! I loved it! The house was fully stocked!!" - Juliet (Aug 2020)

"Thank you for such great hospitality! The girls and I were so comfortable. I wish that I had another arm so that I could give you more thumbs up! I hope to visit your place next year. Thank you again, God bless you." - Filsan (Aug 2020)

"The Bear Den is THE PERFECT PLACE for a western UP/Northeastern WI get-away! Centrally located for our week-long waterfall excursion! The hot tub was a much welcomed addition each evening when we returned! It's cozier than the pictures show, supercute with great attention to detail. Immaculately clean, and Tracy was so quick to respond to messages and helpful with our questions! You'll LOVE the Bear Den!" - Amy (Jul 2020)

"The Bear Den is more than the pictures! Super space and lots of fun." - Myra (Jul 2020)

"This place is absolutely amazing! Great location, beautiful home and amenities, and wonderful extras including recommendations on local food and things to do. Tracy responds quickly and was able to accommodate my needs. You will not be disappointed, trust me!" - Meghan (June 2020)

"Bears - Hot tub with easy TV/Roku  - Nature - Awesome Host - What more could you need in a relaxing getaway Airbnb? The Bear Den is great! The king bed was so comfy with nice sheets and a somewhat heavy duvet cover which makes it so snuggly at night. The hot tub had a TV with a Roku box and everything was easy to set up! There was also an ATV trail about a block behind the house which was nice to walk along. They come in to clean the hot tub everyday, so I was worried it wouldn't be as private as I'd like. I was surprised! We didn't even notice them come in, and they even left the hot tub on for us! Host is very knowledgeable of what there is to do around the area if you need more entertainment than the Bear Den itself." - Alex (June 2020)

"We came up to Ironwood for a girls weekend and wanted a cozy house that we could hang out and relax in. This place was just that! It had a full kitchen with everything we needed, hot tub, and just the perfect amount of space for us! Everything was clean and very well kept. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone!" - Nicole (Mar 2020)

"The Bear Den was a wonderful and cozy place to stay! They had everything needed and was close to the ski hills. This was our second time there, and would gladly go back!" - Tyler (Feb 2020)

"Super cute and cozy house lots of kitchen equipment which was nice since we did a lot of at home cooking!" - Rio (Feb 2020)

"Clean, comfortable and cozy! We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again. Kitchen had EVERYTHING you need to prepare your own meals, which was perfect after a long day winter hiking. Thanks, Tracy!" - Julie (Feb 2020)

"You do not want to miss this place! Tracy was super accommodating and very easy to get ahold of. The house was absolutely perfect for our long weekend. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the house is perfectly situated a short distance from Cold Iron Brewing and Joe's Pasty shop in Ironwood and the ski hills about 15 minutes away. We can't wait to stay here during our next trip!" - Jake (Jan 2020)

"Gorgeous, clean, spacious home. Perfect for a weekend or a week away in the U.P." - Gini (Oct 2019)

"Tracy's place was great! Everything was very clean and tidy, warm and inviting. The king-sized bed is very comfortable and the hot tub was a welcome amenity after enjoying the many local hikes available (and a bit chilly weather). The kitchen was well-stocked and the place felt like home. Tracy was a good communicator and they had a book in the house with several suggestions for things to do and places to eat in the area, which we really appreciated. We have stayed in several Airbnb places and this was near the top as far as cleanliness and a comfortable, inviting feelin. We would definitely recommend this place to others!" - Annie (Oct 2019)

"This home is a wonderful place to relax and rest when visiting this area. The home is so comfortable and comes complete with a fully equipped kitchen and a fun hot tub in the basement. The location was perfect for us....close to all of the scenic roads, trails, waterfalls and attractions in the area. The king bed in the master bedroom was one of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept in. If you're visiting this area and looking for a comfortable home that's close to everything, you've found it!" - Lisa (Oct 2019)

"Great place, great location! Wonderful getaway place." - Mary (Feb 2019)

"Great stay at the Bear Den! Tracy was extremely helpful in setting up our accommodations. Lee was also incredibly responsive with help that we needed at The Bear Den. 5 stars!" - Trevor (Dec 2017)

"Tracy was a great host and the house was perfect for me and my family. The inside was very nice and the personal touches made the place cozy and homey. We will most definitely book this house again." - Jenny (Oct 2017)

"A very clean and well laid out house. We had a comfortable stay at The Bear Den, and true to the name lots of Teddy Bears inside." - Babu (Oct 2017)

"We really enjoyed our stay! The interior was very homey and clean, with plenty of room, and came well-stocked (toiletries, towels, kitchenware, bowls/glasses, etc). Location is good, it's only a couple of miles from coffee shops and restaurants (in downtown Ironwood)." - Derek (Oct 2017)

"Comfortable, cozy, clean and the hot tub is a great perk! Tracy communicated well with us and we would definitely stay again." - Kaylee (Oct 2017)

"What a great surprise in the North Country! Tracy's place is an amazing little hideaway. When you walk through the front door, her house is beautifully appointed as well as comfortable. The hot tub takes the edge off of a long day and the memory foam bed is such a treat. The house is close to groceries and restaurants and her list of nearby places is super helpful (*HINT* Check out the Black River Pub!) If you are looking for a great place to stay in the U.P. this is it!" - Lori (Sept 2016)

"Tracy is an outstanding host, and we come back to stay with her every year." - Tyler (Jan 2022)

"This is the perfect cozy getaway! Lots of attractions within a 30 minute drive!" - Jordan (Oct 2021)

"Tracy is truly a Super Host! Very accommodating to our scheduled. The beds are the comfiest we have ever slept in." - Mark (Sep 2021)

"Great place to stay! The house is clean, comfortable and offers all the amenities of home!! I would highly recommend staying here!" - Patricia (Sep 2021)

"Couldn’t of ask for anything better. Everything was great!! I would stay there again without a doubt." - Carlos (Sep 2021)

"Clean place in a very quiet neighborhood! Beds are very comfortable, and the hot tub was a peaceful way to end the day. Tracy was available anytime and gave us some great ideas of what to do during our stay." - Michelle (Aug 2021)

"This location was close to everything we wanted to do. Great hostess." - Nancy (Aug 2022)

"We enjoyed our stay at the Bear Den. It had absolutely everything you could need and more and it was super clean. We were very comfortable there and enjoyed our trip up to the UP Michigan. We will definitely be back." - Tom (Jul 2022)

"This property is perfect for a couple or small family. Calling it the "Bear's Den" hardly describes the wonderful interior decor. Very good wi-fi. Host's dining recommendations were spot on." - Philip (June 2022)

"The property is maintained extremely well. The house is wells stocked and everything is perfect! The snowmobile trails are 1/2 mile from the house so it is easy to ride to and from the trails. I can say enough how great this was!!" - Will (Jan 2022)

"What a wonderful place to stay for our ski/snowshoe long weekend! The house was conveniently located close to the trails, and it is as cute as it is cozy. The full kitchen has everything you need, and the beds are especially comfortable. The hot tub was also a nice treat after a day of skiing and snowshoeing. The place is very clean and really felt like home away from home. Tracy is a wonderful host. We’d absolutely recommend the Bear Den to others and hope to return soon!" - Leslie (Jan 2022)

"Really well supplied and very clean. Great response from host." - Janet (Aug 2021)