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Sky Bear Lodge

Vacation home with kitchen, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis - Sky Bear Lodge (Swain County)
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TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis - Sky Bear Lodge (Swain County)
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis - Sky Bear Lodge (Swain County)
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Perched on a private 40+ acre retreat near the National Park, Sky Bear Lodge offers a serene escape. Take in the mountain views from its elevated position, and unwind in rustic cedar interiors with stone fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sky Bear Lodge

Our Lodge offers breathtaking, multi-range mountain views and a luxurious, rustically elegant, hand-hewn interior featuring 2 stone fireplaces, large open A-frame, and a spacious layout, which is perfect for group gatherings. It has a paved driveway for easy access, and amenities include game room, hot tub, and various entertainment options. Located at 3 Little Bears Retreat, we are situated on 50+ acres adjacent to the National Park & 2min from the entrance and only a 5-minute ride to Bryson.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cooking classes
  • Table tennis

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

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
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

458435

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, Swain County

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 22 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 53 min drive - 57.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Italian Resturant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sky Bear Lodge 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 Sky Bear Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sky Bear Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sky Bear Lodge located?

Situated in Bryson City, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians. Nantahala Brewing Company and The Cottage Craftsman are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sky Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome Summer Vacation House

Fun, comfortable house with great views and excellent service & communication from the owners. This house is an awesome base for exploring the area around Bryson City or for just hanging out. Very roomy with more beds than our family of 5 could fill and an amazing wrap around porch with unbeatable views. We spent most days hiking or rafting and then spent the evenings relaxing on the porch and participating in epic pool tournaments. Rooms and beds were very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped for those nights that we cooked instead of going out. The house is an easy 5 to 10 minute drive to Bryson City and a short drive from multiple hiking sites. It’s about 25 minutes to the Nantahala Outdoor center and the activities they have as well.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie E.

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

Beautiful getaway with friends and family

We booked Sky Bear Lodge in February for Mid October. Our group included people driving from TX, CO and MN. Sky Bear Lodge was our hub for the week and is a beautiful property with absolutely stunning views. We hauled motorcycles up to do some riding in the beautiful Smoky Mountains and the tail of the dragon. The driveway is a little tight with some pretty tight corners, but we were able to get three trailers up and riding back and forth was a little slick in spots because of the dew and leaves, but doable. We reached out to Matthew for a couple of questions and he was very responsive. Hight recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Perfect Wedding Venue

Our son and his (now) wife wanted a spot overlooking the mountains. It needed to be intimate, a place we could have shifts of guests, places we could separate, share a meal, and if needed have a view from large windows in case of rain. Sky bear covered that completely. Though is was supposed to rain all day, the sun was out and beautiful. The deck made the perfect place for a trellis, wedding party and aisle way for the bride to make her entrance. Because of all the different entrances from the deck, we could make it a perfect day with many memories. The groomsmen and bridesmaids each could have their space, and the few guests theirs. We had porkchops on the grill and plenty of plates and utensils for a sit down dinner. We had no problem with parking, and the grocery was just 10 minutes away for all the trips for forgotten items. The prewedding festivities had a quaint town within minutes with many options. Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryar W.

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

Last days of summer

The place was as the listing shows. Family was very happy with the place, the view and all the things. The gameroom was especially enjoyable. Had everything we were looking to keep us busy. Location close enough to the park and other sights within a short drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sallie P.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful cabin and great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marnie P.

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

Spacious, comfortable, and gorgeous views!

Our visit with 6 adults and 3 children was absolutely fantastic. The game room is such a fun bonus as is the hot tub. The view is absolutely unbelievable-- we almost didn't want to leave the house for our day adventures! Matt is a wonderfully responsive host as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022