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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony
Hot tub on site
Swimming pool
Dog-friendly
Barbecue grill
Arcade/game room
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Twin Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly
Welcome to "Bear Mountain II"! Located in Chalet Village just 10 minutes from Gatlinburg and the National Park. You will love the location, vaulted ceilings, and restful environment. Very little traffic. Featuring a great mountain view, real hardwood floors throughout, wood-burning fireplace, nice kitchen, keyless entry, free access to swimming pools in season, tiled showers in three baths (one with tub), two newly-rebuilt decks, level parking for 3 cars, smart TVs in the great room and bedrooms, new hot tub, pool table, air hockey, wi-fi, gas grill and you can see the twinkling Gatlinburg city lights! Excellent cleaners and additional cleaning procedures. Three bedrooms and three baths. Home on two levels. Level one has the great room, fully equipped kitchen with an island, dining area and a king bedroom suite. There is a deck off of the dining area that has a nice outdoor table and chairs and gas grill. The lower level has a rec room with full size pool table, air hockey, futon, and wet bar. On this level is another king suite and third bedroom with bunk beds. All baths are tiled. The bunk beds are very nice with comfortable regular size mattress below and above. There is a large deck on this level with a covered area, hot tub and porch swing. All of the bedrooms in the house, the great room and the rec room have walls of windows for a great view of the mountains. The square footage is 2146. Get to the National Park without going through Gatlinburg! Our place is perfect for one to three couples, or one or two couples with children. There is a limit of 8 persons total. Children welcome. Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed. Please don't allow pets on any furniture. Our cancellation policy is simple and fair: If cancelling with more than 14 days before your reservation--full refund. If less than 14 days notice, you receive a refund of 50%.of the balance after deduction of the VRBO service fee. No smoking inside the house. Check-in time is 4 pm and check-out is no later than 11 am. It is important to abide by the departure time. We have local help that see to any problem that may arise. Everyone is welcome at Bear Mountain II. Our goal is for you to have a great visit! Tom Poole. co-owner
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We allow dogs that are well behaved.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Guests are responsible for any damages.
Guests supply their own firewood if none is at the house (available at local groceries).
Children 12 and under are not to use the hot tub unless an adult is present at all times.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1083391
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 and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Gatlinburg
Located in Chalet Village, a neighborhood in Gatlinburg, this vacation home is near theme parks and near a water park. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Island at Pigeon Forge and Tanger Outlets. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Anakeesta - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 77 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Distillery - 8 min drive
Sugarlands Distilling Co. - 8 min drive
Puckers Sports Bar - 8 min drive
Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - 8 min drive
Crockett's Breakfast Camp - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly?
As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly on Jul 27, 2026 start from $315, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. 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 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 5 Minutes from the National Park! 5-star! Pet friendly located?
Located in Chalet Village, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Mountain, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Gatlinburg Convention Center. Traffic Light #10 and Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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We loved our stay at your beautiful home! It was the perfect location for our visit to see the fireflies in the Natl Park and for our visit to Anakeesta!
Marcy M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2026
Thanks for your review! It is the perfect location for getting to the National Park without going through Gatlinburg!
The place was immaculate and had gorgeous views. The stay was comfortable and was the perfect getaway for our family. It was very close to the national park and downtown Gatlinburg. The road to get up to the property was not for the faint of heart, very windy, narrow, and steep.
Rani B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2026
Thanks for your review!
The road is a little steep in places, but nothing your car can't handle. We go in our Honda Accord with no problems. I recommend that guests arrive before dark. After that, the road will be more familiar to you.
Thanks again!
Pleanty of room for our family to be comfortable. We traveled with 3 adult children and Grandma.Grandma was very comfortable with her main floor bedroom and bathroom. The house was perfect!
lisa s.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 8, 2026
Thanks! I'm glad you liked our home. Please visit again!
Tom
This place was awesome. The views from the back deck were breathtaking. Everything you could possibly need was supplied. The hot tub was great for nights and we saw bears everyday at the house. We will staying again next year.
anita m.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2025
Thanks! You can't beat awesome! And our guests are equally awesome!
Tom
We felt welcomed at this rental. The host knows what real hospitality looks like! Communication with the host was excellent. Great view of the sunrise from the deck too!
We loved the location and the cabin was super nice, clean and spacious!
Lacey V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2020
Thanks! Many guests describe interior and if they mention the outdoors it is usually to talk about the view (which they rave about), but I'm glad you mention the location. It is convenient, about 10 minutes from Gatlinburg and the National Park. We like the fact that you can drive to the Park without going through town. If you decide to stay in there is, of course, the view but also there is privacy. You can sit on one of the balconies and not see another house except in the winter when they may be visible through the trees. And the area is very quiet with only an occasional car.
We're glad you liked our place!
Tom
We had the most wonderful stay this location! We saw bears everyday. We enjoyed mommas and cubs ( a couple different sets). View was amazing, especially the sunrise! Owner was quick to respond to anything we needed. Location very close to downtown Gaitlynburg. Would definitely stay here again!!! Thank you for the best vacation, truly unforgettable
The cabin was one of the best that we've stayed in. The views were incredible! Parking at the cabin could not have been easier. Tom was great to communicate with!
James T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2025
Thanks so much! We're glad that you enjoyed it. Come see us again!
Our guests all year have been great, and we appreciate them!
Tom
We enjoyed our stay. The house was a great place and stocked with everything we needed. The bears were an added bonus!
Robert S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2023
Thank you! We love seeing the bears too. In the winter, their sightings are less because most will hibernate. The rest of the year, especially in summer, bears are usually seen. Some guests have seen bears every day of their visit (as we have too).
We appreciate your comments!
Tom
About the host
Hosted by Tom Poole
My wife Linda and I live in Bowling Green, KY about 5 hours away but we go to Gatlinburg every chance we get (we have local contacts see to any needs you have). We have co-owners Terry and Marilyn Leeper also of Bowling Green. I am an artist and writer and will probably have some of my art at the house.
Why they chose this property
We love property. It feels very spacious and relaxing in a very quiet neighborhood. It has the perfect house plan. Lots of privacy. Great views from every room.
What makes this property unique
All of the bedrooms, the game room and the great room all have mountain views! The hot tub is very nice and there is a swing on that level. It is partially covered by the upstairs deck and is very relaxing. The two decks are connected with stairs.
Languages:
English
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