One private cabin. Crown Point, Indiana. Direct booking. No third-party platforms.
Avanti The Bear Den is a USDA-licensed private wildlife sanctuary and cabin in Crown Point, Indiana, the only private overnight accommodation at a USDA-licensed wildlife sanctuary within one hour of Chicago.
One cabin. One group at a time. Books in advance.
Winter stays (approximately December through February) do not include the bear feeding encounter. Avanti hibernates during these months. Bonnie and Clyde the mute swans and Ethel the elk are present year-round. If you have questions about seasonal availability, see the FAQ or contact us.
What happens next
A confirmation is sent to the email address you provided within minutes of booking. It includes your reservation details and a direct contact for the property.
Once your reservation is confirmed, those dates are removed from availability. The cabin is yours. No other guests will be booked for your stay period.
Yes. This is not Airbnb. There is no platform intermediary. Your reservation is with Avanti The Bear Den directly. [OWNER-NAME] operates the property and handles all reservations personally.
See the full FAQ for answers to common questions before your stay.
Avanti The Bear Den is direct booking only. No Airbnb. No VRBO. No third-party platforms. When you book here, you book directly with the property. Your reservation is confirmed one-on-one.
Not ready to book? Have a question before you reserve? See the FAQ for answers to common questions.