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

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

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.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Please remember that pets are allowed only if the pet fees have been paid prior to check in.
Please park only in the area where rock has been placed. Please do not leave any trash or debris outside.
Only 4 people can stay overnight in the cottage. Please ask if you want visitors. Please start one load of laundry and move to dryer before leaving.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We do charge a pet fee. We may allow 2, please ask

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, Barnardsville

What's nearby

  • Navitat Canopy Adventures - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Echoview Fiber Mill - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Pinnacle Mountain - 14 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Vance Birthplace - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 25 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cowboy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sheena's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Fiesta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 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 6 mi (10 km) of Pinnacle Mountain and Pisgah National Forest. Vance Birthplace and Echoview Fiber Mill are also within 9 mi (15 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. 160 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 207 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great spot!

Saw the coolest night sky from the jacuzzi. Enjoyed the stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

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

Bears den cottage

Its a private area quiet pieceful, cute little cottage . You can sit on the front porch and hear the creek running off the mountain. Nice views. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emile C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna Marie J., Raleigh, NC

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

Quiet Mountain Retreat

The peaceful location makes this a great weekend retreat. Check-in was easy, the cabin was very clean, and the WiFi worked well, which was important since I had to bring a little work with me. The beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen has all kinds of pots and pans for cooking. We especially enjoyed spending time drinking our morning coffee on the porch. Likewise, its proximity to Asheville made it close enough but away from the business of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Peaceful Getaway

My daughter and I stayed for our annual 2 week vacation away from "the guys". Bear's Den is everything we needed to recharge. The property and home are great. We spent a great deal of time outside painting, birdwatching, and reading. Listening to the river running was so relaxing. House has just about everything you need. The hot tub was perfect for after a hike. There are neighbors within view, but far enough away to still feel secluded. Just a wonderful place to get away and drown yourself in nature.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Wonderful!

A very nice, quiet place to stay if you're looking to go to the Asheville area! The driveway is a little steep, but it's nothing most cars won't be able to handle. There's a stream near the house, so, if you like the sound of water, this could be the place for you. Even if you don't, for some reason, the inside of the house is perfectly quiet. It's a small cottage, but it's still very cozy! I would definitely suggest staying here if you're a couple or a small group, there's two decently comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete H.

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

April30

Over all the description of the property was spot on. The cleaning staff needs some pointers. Perhaps they can take some time and clean the coffee pot, empty the lint from the dryer, and cob webs along the floor by the registers. We didnt use the hot tub or the grill, we didnt want to clean them to use them. There was a faint odor of propane near the large tank. Other wise we had a blast.Barnardsville really got demolished by those storms. I had no idea it was that widespread.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Cute place in the woods!

This is a cool little house in the woods. Pretty much exactly as described, with an interesting history. Perfect location for us to stay just a few miles away from Navitat Canopy Adventures so we could go ziplining there.Host is super easy to contact. Since its still just barely the beginning of spring we could see a couple of houses, but they are not close and in the summer when trees are full of leaves you probably can't see them. The driveway is kind of steep, like some others have said. Be prepared for that.We loved out stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luci R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Bevin B.

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

Perfect for two plus dog

The house is clean and the outdoor areas are private. It sits in a small yard in the woods on a steep hillside with a creek across the traffic-free road. We enjoyed sitting on a rock in the creek and watching our dog explore. The inside was roomy enough for two plus a small dog, and clean. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook. We usually played games at the kitchen table in the evenings. The house is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and we enjoyed the Big Ivy section of the Pisgah National Forest which takes you to a couple of waterfalls. I would defintely consider staying here again if we ever come back to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

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

Weekend getaway

Great little place to stay, clean, well equipped and quiet location. It’s far enough out but close enough to things as the same time. Hot tub was great. One thing to know, the driveway is mildly steep. No problem for a modern vehicle, but we drove a classic car and it was a little dicey getting up the drive. I don’t remember if this was mentioned in the listing or not, but I’m just sharing in case it helps someone else decide what to drive LOL. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre V.

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Martha V.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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