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Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace

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Welcome to Blue Bear Cabin!
Soak your worries away in the hot tub on the lower-level patio
Open-concept living room with cozy seating, gas log fireplace, TV for streaming, and dining for 4
Lower-level screened-in porch with seating
Main level covered deck with outdoor dining, seating, and gas grill

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Black Mountain, NC
  • Place, Chimney Rock State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Mountain Center for the Arts
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace

Nestled on 3 acres of serene mountainside, Blue Bear Cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Located just 30 minutes from Black Mountain, 45 minutes from Asheville, and 20 minutes from Lake Lure, this peaceful retreat is close to top attractions yet feels like a world away. With its spacious wraparound porch, luxury hot tub, and scenic surroundings, this home invites guests to relax, reconnect, and recharge. During early morning or dusk, you might spot a black bear with a bluish hue blending into the mountain mist — a true Blue Ridge moment and the inspiration behind the cabin's name.

About the Home
• Well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, Keurig, and drip-style coffee maker
• Open-concept living room and dining room with gas log fireplace, TV, and dining space for 4
• Open-air loft with sitting area, desk, and telescope
• Lower-level recreation room with TV, foosball table, sitting area, and gas log stove
• Lower-level screened-in patio with seating and a nearby hot tub
• Spacious, wraparound deck with outdoor dining for 6, cozy seating, and gas grill
• A powder room is available on both the upper-level and lower-level for additional convenience

Where to Unwind
• Main floor bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom
• Main floor bedroom with queen-size bed; a full bathroom can be accessed from the hallway
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed
• Lower-level bedroom with queen-size bed

Where to Explore
• Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 24 minutes
• Foothills Watershed, Family Riverside Hangout & Bike Park | 25 minutes
• The Hop Ice Cream, Downtown Black Mountain | 26 minutes
• Downtown Asheville & Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes

Please note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). The driveway is not suitable for trailers or campers. In the colder winter months, roads in the development can get icy or snowy, and snowplows may take a bit of time to arrive. From December through March, we recommend an AWD or 4WD vehicle to make getting around easier and safer.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 356827
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 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

About the neighborhood

Black Mountain

Located in Black Mountain, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Lake Lure. Black Mountain Center for the Arts and The Merry Wine Market are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Black Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Chimney Rock State Park - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Lake Lure - 18 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chimney Rock Smokehouse - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Riverwatch Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Willow Creek - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace on Aug 31, 2026 start from $426, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Bear Cabin | Hot Tub | 3 BR AVL Area | Mountain Views | Gas Fireplace located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pisgah National Forest, Catawba River, and Waterfall Park. White Horse Black Mountain and Black Mountain Center for the Arts are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin perfect for a friend cabin weekend. Was so nice to have so many areas to spend time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2025
Melanie, thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that Blue Bear Cabin was a great fit for your friends' getaway and that you enjoyed all the different spaces to relax and spend time together. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Great Stay

Excellent communication and great house. Hope to come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2025
Chris, thank you for your review! We're so happy to hear you loved Blue Bear Cabin and that the communication with our team just enhanced your experience all the more. We look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here, and we definitely plan to be back! It felt secluded yet not far from downtown Black Mountain. We did three awesome hikes with our little ones that were within 35 minutes. The cabin was very clean, and comfortable. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2025
Kristin, we're so happy to hear you had a wonderful stay at Blue Bear Cabin. It’s great that you were able to enjoy some nearby hikes with your little ones—there’s so much natural beauty to explore! We're glad the cabin felt like the perfect balance between peaceful and convenient, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ll q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. It was great trip with my extended family. Everyone was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great weekend getaway

My husband and I really enjoyed the cabin - great location for what we wanted, cozy, well stocked, and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Amy, we're delighted to hear that you and your husband had an overall amazing getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and loved the cozy, well-appointed interior and fantastic location. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow. Just wow! This property is spectacular in every way. Beautiful home with an even more beautiful view. Still close enough to town but far enough removed to have the perfect amount of isolation and quiet. Easily one of the best stocked properties I have ever been to. I've already bookmarked this property for future stays!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2025
Anthony, thank you so much for the incredible feedback on Blue Bear Cabin! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the home, views, and peaceful location, and it means a lot to know the property left such a strong impression. We're especially glad to hear it's already bookmarked for future stays! We can't thank you enough for recommending the cabin to fellow travelers, and we look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Beautiful views, comfy, cozy mountain stay.

We loved the location. House was beautiful and views were spectacular. Great, relaxing family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Jill, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing & relaxing vacation at Blue Bear Cabin! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to helping you plan your next mountain getaway soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

We loved every day of our visit. The cabin and location is beautiful.

Very efficient and easy renting process.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Pam, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Blue Bear Cabin! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake E.

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

Spring Break 2025

This is the second time my family has stayed at this cabin, we love it! It has plenty of privacy and plenty of room. The cabin is located close to the town of Black Mountain as well as the Chimney Rock State Park. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 30, 2025
Blake, it's so great to hear you and your family had an amazing return visit to Blue Bear Cabin! We can't thank you enough for choosing us at Greybeard Rentals and recommending this home to future guests. We're looking forward to your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renhard M.

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

The perfect spot

A wonderful place to stay with everything you will need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Renhard, we're so pleased to hear that Blue Bear Cabin provided everything needed for the perfect mountain getaway. We really appreciate you choosing Greybeard Rentals and taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Highly suggest

The lodging was exactly what we wanted for our short little family vacation. Highly recommend anyone staying to go to the historic downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Thank you for your five-star review and recommendation of Blue Bear Cabin, Andrea! We're delighted that you and your family had such an exceptional stay, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Lovely

A beautiful location and a great place for a family visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Megan, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an exceptional getaway at Blue Bear Cabin! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Beautiful cabin for the holidays!

This house was really beautiful and cozy! The check-in and check-out instructions were very clear and the management team was very easy to get a hold of. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 9, 2024
Samantha, it's wonderful to hear that you had a fantastic holiday getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed the cozy atmosphere. We're also very pleased that the check-in/out process was seamless and that your interactions with the Greybeard team just enhanced your experience all the more. Thank you for reviewing and recommending us and this home to future travelers. We look forward to welcoming you back to the mountains soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ll q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time sitting around the campfire. We really appreciated having wood available. The kids had fun in the pond. Plenty of room for all. This is our 3rd year at Brashear and we’ve already booked next year. Thank you for providing a wonderful place for our family to gather.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice cabin

We really liked the cabin. It was very clean. Little bit far from the town but a nice location .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
We're so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful stay at Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed the secluded and peaceful location. We appreciate you taking the time to review us, and we hope that you will stay with us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Great place to unwind

We enjoyed our stay. House is beautiful and kitchen stocked better than most. Short drive to Black Mountain, Lake Lure, and Asheville.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Mary, we're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic and relaxing getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and loved the beautiful, well-stocked interior and quick access to the activities in Black Mountain, Lake Lure, and Asheville. We appreciate you taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale G.

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

Mountain time

We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 14, 2024
Dale, thank you for your five-star review of Blue Bear Cabin! We're glad you had a wonderful stay, and we look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Relaxing

Wonderful and relaxing. Such an easy process from beginning to end. The cabin did not disappoint!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Kimberly, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional and relaxing stay at Blue Bear Cabin! We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Summer 2022

Really great cabin as very clean and views of sunsets were magnificent. Private and quiet which made our stay nice and peaceful. Dog friendly as well as bear gates on deck also created a closed area so that our pup could roam on the deck and be with us as we enjoyed the outside view.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Chris, we're delighted to hear that you and your pup had such an exceptional and peaceful summer getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed the spectacular sunset views. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

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

Mountain Getaway

My wife and I along with another couple rented the cabin for a weekend getaway. It was a short drive to Black Mountain where we spent the day at the Sourwood Festival. The cabin was great and as advertised. We were very happy with everything during the rental & check-in process. The cabin is extremely clean and very nice. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2024
Randy, we're so glad you and your group had a lovely getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed exploring the Sourwood Festival in downtown Black Mountain. We can't thank you enough for your kind review, and we hope to host you again when you return to the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne R.

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

Hubby and I wanted a getaway in the mountains. This home is a hidden gem!

So perfectly located! Absolutely gorgeous views, especially at sunset! Well stocked, comfortable bed (we only used the master) ! It was hot while we were there and the AC worked great!! Hubby liked the direct tv satellite with DVR…it even worked in the rain 🤣! Communication was outstanding with the management company. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Lynne, we're delighted to hear that you and your hubby had such an exceptional retreat at Blue Bear Cabin, and we're also very pleased to hear that the excellent communication from the team members at Greybeard just enhanced your experience that much more. We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to helping you plan your next mountain getaway soon.
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8/10 Good

Tim Z.

A “Bear” of a weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great long 4th of July weekend with 2 other couples. Cabin was great, well appointed, with a great and different view shed! Easy access to Black Mtn.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Excellent. Thanks for letting us know how your 4th of July stay went.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Loren L.

perfect place!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the owner was easy to work with, when we had minor wifi issue. the house is spectacular, as is the view! very affordable for what you get... we WILL be back!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Wow, sounds like a great time! Thank you for your feedback and I'm glad your wifi issue was only a momentary issue. -Greybeard Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Perfect get away

This was easy to get to. Close to Asheville and Lake Lure. The highway below the house can be a little busy but other than that it was a quiet place. The view is spectacular from the deck, patio and hot tub!! We brought our dogs and they loved it also. Close to many areas to hike. I would definitely come again. You can easily have 8 people comfortably with not falling all over each other !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 27, 2023
Teresa, we're delighted that you and your group (including your pups) had such an exceptional getaway at Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed the spectacular views and proximity to area hiking and activities. We appreciate you reviewing and recommending Greybeard and this home to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bryon L.

5 Stars! A terrific getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin is terrifically maintained. My wife, myself and 4 children had plenty of room, so having 6 people there was no problem at all. I thought the location was perfect. very private yet only 20 minutes to Black Mountain. Tantalizing company was proactive, responsive and always helpful. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
We can't wait to welcome you back! Thanks for staying with Greybeard Rentals at Blue Bear Cabin.

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