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Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.

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At Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River., you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.

  • Bears Den cottage is located on a dead end mountain road backing up to the Pisgah Natl Forest, just N. of Asheville. It is just minutes from Navitat, WNC's only zipline!! The home is decorated to match the mountains, easy going and peaceful. Sit by the creek on the property or listen to the roar of the river below. There is hiking at Douglas Falls down the road. The lawn is beautifully landscaped with different varieties of flowers all season long. When in season, pick fresh blackberries and raspberries in the front yard. Enjoy a book or glass of wine on the wrap around porch or soak in the 6 person hot tub that sits up on a deck. The property is very secluded and quiet, yet close to many fun things to do...including whitewater rafting, gem mining, shopping, restaurants and the Biltmore Estate. It is the perfect vacation spot, we love it and know you will too. Behaved Pets welcome.


    Our Mission: It is our goal to provide you with everything that you will need to make Bear's Den your home away from home. If you have special requests prior to arrival, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. All you will need is your toiletries and food.

    Our Story: We operate Bears Den Cottage ourselves. We both have a background in hospitality including working at a 4 star AAA rated bed and breakfast in Colorado. We fell in love with Bears Den the first time we saw it. We have an excellent team of care takers that make sure it is just how we would have it.
    Bears Den has a magical feel to it...you can almost see the fairies dancing in the flower gardens. :) We sit on the porch for hours watching the birds, butterflies and humming birds and listening to the river below. The house is open and airy with a big picture window looking out into the forest. The cottage is decorated appropriately with bears, flowers and inspirational signs to make your trip the mountains relaxing and enjoyable. There is a good chance of seeing wild life at this property. We guarantee you will have an excellent time.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Barnardsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Reems Creek Golf Club and Country Club of Asheville are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and French Broad River. Traveling with kids? Consider Dream Guitars and Holden Visual Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. Visit our Barnardsville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A person bungee jumping from a cable suspended over a dense forest with mountains in the background.
    Navitat Canopy Adventures
    5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • A sunset over a forested mountain range with a clear sky.
    Pisgah National Forest
    6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • A rustic log cabin with a chimney, wooden porch, and a bench.
    Vance Birthplace
    13 min drive - 13.9 km
  • A calm river surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.
    French Broad River
    21 min drive - 33.3 km
  • A forested area with large stone sculptures and a building in the background.
    University of North Carolina at Asheville
    22 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Fiesta
    14 min drive
  • Sheena's Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • Subway
    13 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    14 min drive
  • LaFond's Gap
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River. located?

This family-friendly Barnardsville cabin is located on a river, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Navitat Canopy Adventures, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Vance Birthplace. Dream Guitars and Reems Creek Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River. Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 236 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, super cozy stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here! There was more than enough provided for us to have a comfortable easy stay. The hot tub was perfect and the stars at night were stunning! We would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded, quiet, cozy, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was so cute, it was perfect for me ane my girlfriend to relax and connect. We loved our mornings sitting on the front porch drinking coffee and listening to the creek below. The cabin was very clean and everything we needed was available. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery. Enjoyed the hot tub, especially at night there were some many stars. Our dog loved to check out the yard and walk down by the river
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly and fast responding hosts. Has everything you needed for a wonderful country vacation. Enjoyed the camp fire pit 2 of the nights, saw snow for the first time ever, walked the creek and just enjoyed all the outdoor scenery this cozy place offers. I definitely recommend this cute place for anyone's stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin Weekend

We enjoyed our stay at Bear’s Den. Very relaxing little cabin in a great location and a great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Bear's Den is a private oasis in the mountains. Enjoy nature and the sound of Big Ivey River while sitting on the front porch. Wonderful, relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely cabin

Great 3 day vacation So nice to get away from daily life to enjoy natures best
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin to explore the Blue ridgeway

Secluded cabin, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

We loved the cabin. Hot tub to start and end the day was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was secluded and private. The residence was put together nice and was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
thoroughly comfy, extremely clean, quiet setting. relaxing! lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet get away

We loved our stay at Bears Den. Updated older cottage was very comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the hot tub several times and walks along the creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away

This was a cute little house with a cabin feel. Sitting on the front porch and listening to the river was just what we needed as a get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls getaway

Great property. Clean, comfortable, and peaceful! Hot tub was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, quiet, and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, even though the stairs and uneven terrain was a bit challenging for our 60 selves (and me with a bum knee), I’d stay here again. The hot tub and an unexpected snow added to our delight (Floridians here). There was a bit of an incline to the driveway and we needed to make a number of three point turns to avoid backing out, but our extended cab Ford F150 managed it just fine. I loved that we were out in the country but within a 25 minute drive to Publix. The flowing waters of a nearby stream added to the ambiance.
Charming walkway
Lovely walk down the drive.
Snow in March!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas

Visiting family in Weaverville we loved the cabin the hot tub at night was the perfect end to busy days. Just minutes from Asheville and many activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage for a rainy weekend

The cottage is just as advertised. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate but listening to the quiet and rain was was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Definitely recommend an SUV to get up that driveway, but it is so worth it especially if you’re looking for privacy. super comfortable beds, charming scenery and just so easy to recharge yourself and relax. Host was fast and polite in answering all my questions. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It’s all uphill!

The history of the home was very interesting! Hot tub hit the spot and the weather was perfect being it was 20 degrees cooler than home. Very quiet surroundings and beautiful! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Barnardsville, NC

I enjoyed the cabin and location. Happy that my doodle dog was allowed to come as well. The driveway was a bit of a challenge, however. We took our own bedding and towels, so we wouldn’t have to wait for washing machine.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great updated quaint cabin!

My husband and I spent the weekend celebrating our anniversary and his birthday at this lovely cabin. We found it very clean with everything we needed for a lovely stay. The owners were very easy to reach by text and extremely nice. There is a lovely gas fireplace which we really enjoyed. Sit on the porch, or walk up a stairway to the good sized hot tub with a view of the creek down the hill and surrounded by nature. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cabin for a secluded getaway

The cabin is great though it doesn’t look exactly like on pictures. The hot tub is clean and functional. You need a four-wheel-drive SUV to get to the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So Lovely

This home is just amazing. Ive been staying here as a respite from the woes of the world for many years now. Private, serene and comfortable with an amazing hot tub to end the day. It is convenient to Weaverville or Mars Hill to get out and about. Big Ivy hiking areas are closed due to storm damage as Barnardsville was hit pretty hard by Helene so was relieved this cabin treasure was intact. I would recommend this lovely gem for your getaway any day of the week
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025