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The Dancing Bear Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse, walk to Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

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Terrace/patio
Studio, Private Bathroom (Papa)
Interior
Studio, Private Bathroom (Papa) | Bathroom
Exterior
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
203 E Laurel Ave, Damascus, VA, 24236
  • Popular LocationVirginia Creeper Damascus1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAdventure Damascus2 min walk
  • Popular LocationAbingdon Vineyards13 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)46 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom (Brother Bear Suite)

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom (Brother Bear Suite)

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom (Brother Bear Suite)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Sister Bear Suite)

Double Room, Ensuite (Sister Bear Suite)

Double Room, Ensuite (Sister Bear Suite)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, Ensuite (Mama Bear)

Apartment, Ensuite (Mama Bear)

Apartment, Ensuite (Mama Bear)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Studio, Private Bathroom (Papa)

Studio, Private Bathroom (Papa)

Studio, Private Bathroom (Papa)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Exterior
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Damascus

The Dancing Bear Inn puts you in the heart of Damascus, within steps of Adventure Damascus and Virginia Creeper Damascus. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Damascus guest house include Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and Jefferson National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 1 min walk
  • Adventure Damascus - 2 min walk
  • Abingdon Vineyards - 13 min drive
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 19 min drive
  • Emory and Henry College - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Damascus Brewery - 1 min drive
  • Damascus Diner - 2 min walk
  • Alvarado Station - 11 min drive
  • Abingdon Vineyards - 12 min drive
  • Damascus Old Mill - 4 min walk

About this property

The Dancing Bear Inn

Comfortable guesthouse, walk to Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
The Dancing Bear Inn offers its guests a garden, express check-out, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Dancing Bear Inn also features a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Damascus guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The Dancing Bear Inn offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This Damascus guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

The Dancing Bear Inn Damascus
The Dancing Bear Inn Guesthouse
The Dancing Bear Inn Guesthouse Damascus

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Dancing Bear Inn?

The Dancing Bear Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dancing Bear Inn?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dancing Bear Inn on 20 May 2024 start from NZ$245.86, including 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.

Is parking available at The Dancing Bear Inn?

Yep, The Dancing Bear Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Dancing Bear Inn?

The closest beach to The Dancing Bear Inn is Elk Shoals (43.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dancing Bear Inn?

No, The Dancing Bear Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dancing Bear Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Dancing Bear Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, cozy, and convenient.
Very nice, clean, and cozy place. Close to everything in Damascus (which, of course, is not a huge town). Check-in was a breeze thanks to Elizabeth (very nice lady). I can recommend this spot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities
Great room in a great small town. Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay!
Lovely brief stay, friendly welcome, great accommodations, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended for starting the MABDR
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed overnight. Was nice. Would definitely return if in the area again.

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home like experience! Great to have a full kitchen. Loved being able to walk to restaurants/shops and bike to Shuttle Shack. Overall highly recommended and will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Amazing inn. Perfect for our couple weekend. I wouldn’t change a thing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay!
Really great! Elizabeth was very kind and friendly and obviously has her business down pat. Very clean, fairly priced, private, cute, and close to everything you want to do in Damascus. Stay Here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023