Summary:
Location! 🌄 Partial mountain VIEW! NEW Cabin!🏊Spacious Indoor POOL
📺 5 Large Smart TVs for streaming apps 🥦Outdoor Grill 🚗 Private parking 🔥2 Indoor Electric Fireplace
Sleeps 10 📶 High-speed Wi-Fi ⭐Hot Tub 🔥Fire Pit ♛ 4 Bedrooms,
The Space:
The Laughing Bear is a BRAND NEW spacious modern cabin with beautiful amenities for a family-friendly vacation. We poured our hearts into building this beautiful cabin to provide a safe and relaxing space for our guests to create the best memories.
🏠Cabin Layout and Amenities:
➡️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
♛ Bedroom 1 (Upper Floor): 1 King-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 2 (Upper Floor): 1 King-Size Bed, en-suite bath 🚿
♛ Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): 1 King-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 4 (Upper): 1 Twin-Size Bunk Bed
✓ Sofa Bed (Main level)
➡️ KITCHEN & DINING (Main level)
🍽️ Fully equipped with pots, pans, dishware, and cooking utensils
🍽️ Standard spices and cooking oil
🍽️ Microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, and oven,
🍽️ Bar seating
➡️ ENTERTAINMENT:
🏊 PRIVATE heated indoor pool, has a keypad lock and alarm for safety)
🕹️ Game room, air hockey, multicade and various board games
➡️ LIVING ROOM (Main level)
🌄 Amazing mountain views!
🔥 Electric Fireplace
☀️ Floor-to-ceiling window
✓ Access to deck with outdoor seating
📺 55" Large smart TV
➡️ BATHROOMS:
🚿 2 full bathrooms
✓ Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash (guests replenish as needed)
✓ Toilet tissue (two tissue rolls for each bathroom will be provided, guests replenish as needed)
➡️ PATIO AND OUTDOOR SPACE:
🌳 Park-style grill (BYO charcoal)
🌳A covered patio with outdoor seating and partial views!
🌳 Hot tub (lower level) can be accessed from the pool room.
Guest Access:
We made this cabin with families in mind, with comfort and entertainment as our main priority. There is cable and high speed internet. Stream your favorites on one of the smart TV’s that are conveniently located in every room.
Our cabin is also fully stocked with:
*Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, tissues)
*Bathroom toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap) *Detergents (dish, dishwasher and laundry)
*Linens, towels, and washrags.
*Kitchen is stocked with aluminum foil, plastic wrap, trash bags, sponges, soap, salt and pepper, cookware, bakeware, dishes, glasses, utensils, and standard appliances + (air fryer and crockpot!)
*For those of you with little ones, we also have a baby gate for the stairways, a high chair, and a pack N play!
Bedrooms- (Sleeps 10)
Main Floor- 1 King bed
Upstairs- 2 King beds, 1 bunkroom (2 Twins)
Living Room has a sleeper sofa as well!
Pack N Play is also included. **Please note if you intend to use the portable crib, you must bring your own crib linens.**
No Smoking and No Events.
Occupancy: 10
Parking: 3 parking spots allotted
We have strived to create luxurious comfort for your family vacation. Let Laughing Bear become part of your family's new tradition; you won’t regret it.
The Neighborhood:
Sevierville is a city located in eastern Tennessee, in Sevier County. It is known for being the hometown of country music superstar Dolly Parton. The city is situated in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and various attractions. We are closely located to The Island, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood and Splash Country.
Getting Around:
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, are popular tourist destinations nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here's some information about getting around in these areas:
Walking: The downtown area of Gatlinburg is compact and pedestrian-friendly, making walking a convenient way to explore the shops, restaurants, and attractions in the city center.
Trolleys: Gatlinburg offers a trolley system that operates throughout the city and nearby areas. The trolleys run on several routes, including the Gatlinburg Parkway, connecting various points of interest. The fare is reasonable, and you can purchase an all-day pass for unlimited rides.
Car: Having a car can be beneficial for exploring the wider area around Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, especially if you plan to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park or other nearby attractions. There are several parking lots and garages available in the downtown area.
Ride-Sharing: Services like Uber and Lyft operate in both areas, providing convenient transportation options if you prefer not to drive.
Bicycles: If you enjoy cycling, you can rent bicycles in Gatlinburg and explore the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. There are bike-friendly paths and trails available.
It's worth noting that during peak tourist seasons, traffic can be congested in the area. Plan accordingly and allow extra time for travel.
Additionally, we are located near the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which offers a vast network of scenic drives and hiking trails. If you plan to explore the park, be sure to check the park's transportation options and guidelines, as certain areas may have restrictions or limited access.
Other Things to Note:
We do require a government-issued ID of the primary guest and a list of full names of all our guests.
✔ 2 pets maximum. $149 per stay per pet. Airbnb will only automatically charge one pet. The host will add back $199 if you will be bringing more than one pet.
SECURITY:
Outdoor cameras are in place for your protection. Please do not touch or tamper with the cameras.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE:
If you see wild animals during your stay please do not feed them. Stay away from them. Bears are definitely home in the Great Smoky Mountains and our guests have been known to see them occasionally. Be sure to put all garbage into the bear cage located outside the cabin, securing the locks. If you leave garbage outside, it will attract little critters & bears.
HOUSEKEEPING:
We do not send a cleaning crew to the property during your stay. Only prior to your arrival and after your departure.
We do provide a starter set of disposable and personal hygiene products, but be prepared to need additional supplies based upon your guest count and length of stay,
ENTERTAINMENT:
Please bring your streaming subscription login/passwords for use on Smart TVs (Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Hulu, etc). Cable TV is provided in the great room, master bedroom and game room downstairs only. Streaming is available on all other TVs.
No unauthorized fires (including candles).
INDOOR POOL:
No diving in the pool as it is a shallow depth - 3' -4' depth.
Access to the indoor pool requires a code for an electronic locks (door auto locks after 90 secs). This code will be provide in the welcome letter sent out 24 hrs prior to check-in.
Pool rules are clearly displayed on signs in pool room, including NO DIVING
Pool safety hook and ring buoy provided (for emergency use only)
These safety measures are NOT a substitute for direct supervision, and should not be relied upon to prevent pool accidents. ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED.
HOT TUB USAGE:
Please utilize the hot tub at your own risk, the hosts are not liable for any accidents. For your safety, do not use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or if you are pregnant. There is a $500.00 damage fee accessed if the cover is damaged during your stay. Please do not stand or sit on the hot tub cover. Additionally, there is a hot tub service fee for any damages resulting from chemicals, soaps, and lotions being put in the hot tub.
INCLEMENT WEATHER:
No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond the host's control.
4 wheel drive is recommended to access this cabin during the winter months. Ridge Top Resort Way is paved, however, it is very steep during winter months and inclement weather.
It is HIGHLY recommended to purchase your own travel insurance.
VISITS TO THE NATIONAL PARK:
Effective March of 2023 The National Park Service is requiring a parking pass for all vehicles entering the park and plan on parking for more than 15 minutes in any one spot. Pass can be obtained online on the park's website.
