Christmas at Lil Bear Cabin

Guest: Debbie (Hattiesburg, Ms.)
Date of Stay: 12/24/11 Review Submitted: 12/31/11

My family and I spent Christmas 2011 at Lil Bear Cabin. The cabin was cozy and warm with a fireplace. We looked out over a beautiful vista. We enjoyed the hikes at nearby Sewanee which was a treat to visit. The cabin is well equipped. I would highly recommend to Lil Bear Cabin for winter retreat.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

The most breath taking view!

Guest: Vik. from Missouri (-)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11 Review Submitted: 11/30/11

We drove in Friday night through heavy fog and woke up in the morning to the most breath taking view! The stay and the accomodations were great and comfy for our group. Enjoyed tha amazing sunset from the hot tub each night! Thanks for sharing your cabin!

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Wish we could stay longer at Lil' Bear Cabin!

Guest: Julie and Mark from Houston, Tx. (-)
Date of Stay: 10/09/11 Review Submitted: 11/30/11

What a picturesqe cabin! The view was a spectaculare and the setting was serene. It was a wonderful escape to come back after the many scheduled activites for my nieces wedding. We just wish we had more time to enjoy Lil Bear Cabin! As I write this the deer are right outside the cabin! Thanks for providing a cozy cabin with ALL the ammenities you might need.

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Five stars!

Guest: Fall foliage tour of 8 in Monteagle,TN. (-)
Date of Stay: 10/22/11 Review Submitted: 11/16/11

We had a wonderful time while staying in your cabin. Someone thought of everything! It was cozy and comfortable with all the ammenities you would need or think of. Five stars definatley and we will keep your place in mind for a return visit. As well as recommend to friends and family! The cabin was nicely decorated and very cozy. The attention to detail was fabulous! Loved the Hot Tub under the stars! We loved touring around the University of the South campus.....lots of history and beautiful buildings. Great Bookstore as well! We drove to Greens View and the Cross. Both are very gorgeous and a must see! We were lucky enough to get to see the fall colors before they fell for the Winter. We loved the small shops in Sewanee, such as The Lemon Fair, Taylor's Merchantile, Locals and Woody's Bike Shop. Very neat little places. For dining we enjoyed Popa Ron's... so much so that we dined there twice! High Point is great, but pricey....but well worth it for special occasions! Again, thank you for everything. It was a fabulous place for a weekend get away from all the hustle and bustle!!!

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charming, picturesque and super clean getaway cabin

Guest: julie (texas) (texas)
Date of Stay: 10/06/11 Review Submitted: 10/26/11

My husband and I rented 'Lil Bear for our niece's wedding weekend at Sewanee. The cabin is spectacular! We decided to stay here instead of the Monteagle Inn nearby so that we could have some down time from the many family activities there and enjoy the wonderful scenery. Great decision on our part. It's just a five minute drive (which is beautiful) from the Inn, but feels like a world away. Plus, it is also very easy to find...even in the dark which is a big advantage over the Clifftops area at night! The cabin had a great layout and had all of the amenities you expect of a hotel. Love the abundance of towels! We have never rented a home before and the owner made it so absolutely easy to do at every step, whether communicating by phone or email. It was not too big for two, but would be great for a girls' weekend, a family gathering or any Sewanee function. As all of the reviews have said, the view is spectacular and the deck makes for a relaxing stay. I just wish we were able to stay there longer as our weekend was scheduled with activities and we would have loved more "porch" time at the cabin! I would highly recommend it and would love to come back here if given the chance!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: Forever27 friends! (-)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11 Review Submitted: 04/10/11

This trip was everything we hoped for and more! It had been 15 years since the last time the 5 of us lifelong best friends had been in the same place at the same time. Our trip to Lil Bear was definitely the perfect spot for us to unwind, laugh, talk, reminisce, cry, laugh some more and make wonderful memories together! The cabin was well-stocked with everything we needed and a few things we didn't realize we needed. The owners have put a lot of thought and heart into providing a fantastic, cozy retreat for their guests! Oh, and the view and surrounding areas were breathtaking!!! We will definitely make many return trips to Lil Bear Cabin in the future!

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Family Weekend Getaway

Guest: Jayne (Lawrenceville, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11 Review Submitted: 03/31/11

What a great place to reconnect with family! We rented Lil'Bear Cabin for my birthday a three night stay. Upon entering the home I was delighted with the overall space it had to offer. Very well organized and super cozy. You can't help but notice the amazing view through the main windows, even the loft upstairs. It was so nice to have a cup of coffee and watch Red Tail Hawks fly above, to see nature coming alive in early spring. The cabin is masculine but also decorated with beautiful lighting, each bedroom is laid out in total comfort. A jacuzzi and fireplace, what more could you ask for? This is a diamond in the ruff of the mountains for those who want comfort, and class! I look forward to returning in the future!

Owner response:Thank you so much for your kind words. It is always such a joy to see others enjoy our cabin as much as we do. It was such a pleasure to assist you with your family stay with us. It is renters like you that confirm that we have so many blessing to be thankful for. We look forward to your return for years to come!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: facer1198 (-)
Date of Stay: 02/25/11 Review Submitted: 02/27/11

I just got back to Georgia from our amazing girls' weekend at you beautiful cabin and cannot thank you enough!!! It truly was an adventure that we will all hold close to our hearts forever! Lots of great chats, good food, laughs & tears all around helped make this trip the blessed event we soo needed! Monteagle & Bean Creek wineries were wonderful, too:) Again, thanks so much for allowing us to create wonderful memories at your cabin this weekend...we sincerely appreciate it!!! We definitely plan on returning again:) Sincerely,

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Beautiful View, Excellent Cabin, Very Convenient!

Guest: Keith (Huntsville)
Date of Stay: 02/04/11 Review Submitted: 02/07/11

This cabin was perfect for our getaway weekend! It is far enough away to feel like a getaway trip, yet close enough to be very convenient without all of the hours to get to Gatlinburg (and without all of the traffic!). The cabin itself is very neat and clean and is really a cozy place. The on/off switch gas fireplace is a super nice and convenient touch, especially after coming in from using the hot tub in 30 degree weather! The rooms were very neat and the bathrooms were clean and stocked with everything needed. The living area is nice and warm and it was fun to watch a movie on the DVD player while we watched it rain out the huge set of windows in the front of the cabin! And the view!!! Wow! The view is just amazing! We could have spent a couple more days just sitting and taking that in! After the weather broke, we got to enjoy a beautiful blue sky over the gorge and surrounding rim. I can't say enough about the view. It's the kind of place you put on your fall color seeing to-do list! As far as things to do around the cabin, there are a lot of outdoor activities that are really close, and the cabin is close enough to town to get groceries and to go out to eat if you are so inclined. We took some time to go tour the University of the South (Sewanee), which is just minutes from the cabin. If you have the chance and want to see some beautiful buildings and an amazing place that seems a little out of place, go check this campus out. European architecture in the middle of nowhere Tennessee??? I was surprised and thought it was incredibly beautiful. They have a cathedral there (I can't think of a better word for it) that is an art gallery of stained glass. If you like beautiful buildings and architecture, it's almost a must-see if you stay here since it is so close. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a little time away who doesn't want to drive forever to get there!

Owner response:Thank you so much for the best feedback EVER!! We could not be happier that you had such a wonderful time while staying with us at Lil' Bear Cabin. Others love to read about your adventures and the accommodations you found during your stay at the cabin. We have been very blessed to have the opportunity to offer our cabin as a lodging option for the Monteagle/Sewanee areas. Our biggest blessings are from the renters who enjoy our "happy place" as much as we do!!! Thank you for choosing to spend your weekend with us and taking the time to share your thoughts. We will be looking forward to your return in the future. God Bless.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Loved It

Guest: Sandy (Wartrace)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11 Review Submitted: 02/01/11

We had a wonderful time at Lil Bear... We highly recommend this cabin. We went hiking at Savage Gulf it was a little far to drive, (25-30 min maybe) but is was beautiful. The view is amazing. There are three bedrooms. The upstairs is a little larger then the two downstairs. The kitchen is a little small, but worked out wonderfully for us since it was just us two. I plan to go back.

Owner response:Thank you so much for staying with us at our Lil' Bear cabin. It is our pleasure!!! We appreciate your wonderful comments and are so thrilled that you enjoyed staying at our Lil' Bear cabin. We are very humbled by your wonderful 5 star recommendation. Come back and see us again soon. We look forward to your return!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.