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Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC

Cabin in Bryson City with kitchen and balcony

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Perched atop the Great Smoky Mountains, A Bear's Retreat offers a serene getaway with breathtaking views. Relax in the hammock on the porch or soak in the hot tub after an adventure, then unwind around the outdoor fire pit or challenge friends to a game of pool.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC

Mountain Top Luxury Cabin with Incredible Views and Hot Tub - 20 Minutes from Rafting

What a View! Stretch out and take in the pristine mountains before you. Soak in the sparkling hot tub after adventure.

This beautiful mountain top log cabin has an incredible view of the Great Smoky Mountains. Hot tub, pool table and loaded with amenities. Relax in the hammock on the porch overlooking the magnificent view. Enjoy evenings around the outdoor fire pit. A Bear's Retreat is the perfect setting for your next mountain vacation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,208 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
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

Property is also known as

940147

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, Bryson City

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 13 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Italian Resturant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pincu Pottery and Tuckasegee River. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC Reviews

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9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Wish the pool cues were al broken though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

Beautiful cabin and view

Cabin is exactly as described. Well maintained and clean and view is excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Abigail Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite Family Vacation Cabin

The cabin was beautiful and the view was amazing! I think the view from this cabin was better than most pull-off viewing areas! We used the pool table and hot tub every night and never even turned on the tv! The cabin was hard to find and get to but it was definitely manageable and we’ve all agreed we’d like to come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sandra s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views

Everything was as described. Beautiful views, cabin was nice and comfortable . Everything was provided. The only thing was the bed was hard, so it was not for me, but otherwise I would recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

The view was magnificent! A little too windy a couple of days to enjoy the porch and hot tub, but a couple days were just perfect. Quite secluded. Definitely would rent this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

Had a great time relaxing in the mountains. The view from the deck and hot tub is amazing! We were blessed with a few great sunsets during our stay. The kids enjoyed playing pool and watching movies on rainy days. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Had trouble finding cabin with address given. Best way to find was from location in VRBO listing, but still needed help from a neighbor to give directions. Otherwise, stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Friends Getaway

We planned this trip after visiting Bryson City once before. We couldn't have planned for better weather and we timed the fall colors just right. The views are breathtaking. The friends made it even more amazing. The amenities are great, there was nothing missed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Overall very nice property with spectacular views. However, kitchen utensils and silverware were filthy with dried food all over them. Upstairs right hand sink didn’t drain well. Wireless was out 3 of 6 days. Other than those negatives, would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Windows covered entire side of home. This offered an awesome view. Plenty of room for family. Three king beds (one in each bedroom). Each bedroom has its own full bath. However, beds were incredibly hard. Pillows very flat. Black mold in corners of tiled shower of master. Very few washcloths. I had to launder cloths everyday to be able to have clean ones. Despite the "howevers", we would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024