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dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear

Cabin with a water park, near Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

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Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Room
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 (main level)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (main level)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear

THIS GATLINBURG CABIN RENTAL FEATURES:
* Located near downtown Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Ober Mountain Resort
* Free Dollywood ticket with every reservation
* A dog-friendly cabin
* A single-step entry elderly-friendly property
* Member of our Luxury Linen Program, featuring high-end bedding and pillows
* Open concept living/dining/kitchen area
* Wood-burning fireplace (fireplace season is Oct. 1—Feb. 28; firewood is available for purchase at the office.)
* Large deck featuring a beautiful view of the Smoky Mountains with a hot tub
* Expansive windows that highlight beautiful natural surroundings

Welcome to Little Bear, a charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom, dog-friendly vacation rental cabin in the heart of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This cabin is located near the historic downtown Gatlinburg area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Ober Mountain Resort. Tucked away in serene surroundings, this private home offers beautiful scenery.

Step inside to discover a haven of comfort and privacy. The open-concept living area seamlessly connects to the fully-equipped kitchen, fostering a sense of togetherness and convenience for socializing and cooking. Both bedrooms, one king and one queen, are easily accessed from the main living area, with each offering an individual TV with Roku device and luxury linens. One bathroom serves both bedrooms.

Venture outside onto the expansive deck, where breathtaking vistas of the Smoky Mountains await. This space provides a convenient location for sipping your morning coffee, offering the perfect vantage point to soak in nature's splendor. Take advantage of the large soaking hot tub after a long day of exploring all that Gatlinburg has to offer, and dine al fresco at the outdoor picnic table.

Guests of this Gatlinburg cabin rental have access to three clubhouses, the closest to Little Bear being the North Clubhouse, which has three swimming pools, lighted tennis courts, a paved walking trail, ping pong, foosball, and assorted yard games.

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Enjoy FREE FUN every day at Mountain Laurel Chalets! Our exclusive guest concierge service, powered by Xplorie, provides you with one complimentary ticket per attraction on each day of your stay. This offer begins on your arrival date and is valid through your departure date, providing you with the opportunity to save money and enjoy an abundance of local activities. Plus, our concierge can assist you in booking any additional tickets you may need, at no extra charge. Please note that the complimentary tickets are refreshed daily, and unused tickets do not carry over or accumulate. We hope you take full advantage of this benefit during your visit! Get more information by calling our office at 865-436-5277.
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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighborhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Anakeesta. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ober Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is dog-friendly • single level • hot tub • free Dollywood ticket • Little Bear located?

Located in Chalet Village, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Ober Mountain and Traffic Light #3 are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin! Clean. All the amenities. Mountain Laurel really thinks of everything. TP, paper towels, laundry soap, dryer sheets, bathroom kit, etc. we would definitely rent again.
Back deck
Back deck view
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Great property with scenic view

This was a wonderful stay for our family with dogs. We will definitely be back to this same cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Neil H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Bear

Great stay. Only had two issues. First was hot tub was broken when we arrived. Also the yard was not mowed and had very tall weeds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mariana D.

Amazing stay!!!

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: We were there from the 13-16th of may i believe and it was overall fantastic! Saw 3 bears and my daughter enjoyed the stay!! Had amazing weekend and definitely will be back soon!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Little Bear

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Our stay was relaxing and peaceful, despite our nightly visit from a real little bear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2015

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Great Stay

The cabin was great. Perfect size for me and hubby. 2 bed, 1 bath with large living room, stackable laundry, and a wonderful covered deck with a cozy hot tub. A bit dated but a perfect location with full sized kitchen and large living room. We had plenty of towels and water pressure was good. We had a bear come right up to the cabin the first day. The folks at Mt Laurel Chalets and Xplorie were excellent- very friendly and helpful. Will definitely use them also .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie N.

Little Bear

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: Little Bear was a wonderful experience. Great views, very clean chalet, quiet neighborhood. Overall a very good experience. We will return in the future, for sure!

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Second Stay

The location of the cabin is excellent. It has great views and is just up the mountain from the G’burg Welcome Center, where we took advantage of the free trolley into town. We saw bears on 3 different occasions. Nice cabin with all the basics. The bathroom is very recently updated and a couple walls had fresh paint. I would recommend replacing the curtains in the Master with blackouts, as the morning sun shines right into the bed. Love the management company and Xplorie. We took advantage of a free ticket to the Titanic which we both enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Perfect Get Away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: What a great find this cabin was! It has it all, hot tub, vaulted ceilings, full kitchen, two bedrooms, large deck, but most importantly.... an AWESOME view!! Facility was clean, staff was so helpful and the experience was personalized for us. I will 100% stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G. G.

Great cabin

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: This is a nice little cabin for a couple or small family. It is located at the top of the mountain above where the Gatlinburg welcome center is. It is one of the few cabins that escaped the fire on the Wiley-Oakley side. Cabin was very clean with a great fireplace. Furniture was new and comfortable. The kitchen was older but the appliances worked very well.
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10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

Little Bear

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 was much bigger than we had expected from the pictures when we first booked. This is a great place to stay. I would recommend a 4 wheel drive if you are staying when freezing temps are expected because driveway is quite steep. Cabin was clean and had no issues while we were there. Something had exploded in the microwave prior to our stay and was not cleaned up, but other than that everything was great. Location was perfect. Approximately halfway between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Would definitely stay at this cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas F.

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

Mr.

It was great had a encounter with a big black bear. We stood five feet apart. He had to be 400 pounds or very close. So I whipped out George and urinated in his tracks. The next day he came back grunted loudly. Went into cabin for camera, he didn't not like the urine smell and made a very angry gesture. He did not return after that.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Great layout. Wooded view. Away yet close.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The layout of this cabin is fabulous. The deck with the hot tub and grill being in the same living space as the kitchen and living room is conducive to multiple activities and continued interaction. The cabin was clean and spacious. The bedroom is around the corner, away from the living areas. Again, another great design. Even though we were near other cabins, the foliage prevents viewing and interaction. Having coffee in the morning on this deck was a calming experience.The cabin is near to the trolley, where you can park for free and ride for a minimal charge. It is also a reasonable distance to the grocery store. When at the cabin, it feels like you are out in the mountains.The driveway is steep and if your car has low clearance you will need to turn around and enter by making a right turn. Only issue is that not all windows have screens and one of the windows with screens had a scary looking spider. That window stayed closed! Everything else was great. Would totally stay at this one again.
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10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

Second Stay at Little Bear

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: This is the second time we stayed at this location. Thanksgiving 2019 and Christmas 2020. This time we got lots of snow and almost was not able to make it back to the cabin due to the number of vehicles abandoned in the middle of the road coming up the mountain due to the icy roads. Luckily we made it back via alternate route before that route got blocked as well later on after we went through. Cabin is much larger than the pictures make it look. Driveway is quite steep; 4 wheel drive recommended 4 wheel drive and chains required if snow and ice is present. Barely made up the driveway in our jeep wrangler 4 wheel drive with chains due to the snow and ice Christmas Eve. Saw a bobcat cross the road in front of the cabin while walking. Definitely recommend this cabin and we would stay here again for a third time. Be prepared if coming during winter months if freezing weather is expected (food, water, 4 wheel drive, chains, etc.). We were not able to leave the cabin for ~40 hours until roads were drivable again and cars were removed from blocking the roads.

10/10 Excellent

Aleesa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with views! Love the hot tub, and how clean everything was! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emirhan T.

Beautiful

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: It was very clean and organized, we even had some visitors on our last day (Bears). Very spacious and have everything you need. Hot tub is also well kept.
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8/10 Good

Smokey Mountain Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love the location and the beautiful Mountain View’s from Little Bear. We have been staying in this area of the mountains since the early 1980’s. We stayed in Little Bear a couple of years ago. It’s starting to show a little wear and tear. It’s still nice but could use a little updating.
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth F.

Mini-Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Overall it was great
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck N.

Great for a quick getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was exactly as advertised. The driveway is VERY steep so be prepared. It does need some updating, but nothing major. I would suggest replacing the shower head and adding a gate to the deck. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Katrina B.

Nice view

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We liked the house and the view. Would not stay with mountain laurels again if the check in process remains in person... having to drive through gatlinburg traffic just to get handed information that could have been in an email was a waste of time. I don’t want to lose an hour+ of my vacation to an antiquated check in process. Also the hot tub was over chlorinated and we couldn’t use it due to the off gassing making us cough and burning our lungs.
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8/10 Good

Pete W.

Nice stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a seasoned cabin, Very clean, In my opinion it could use some updating. Things were worn and dated It was hard to keep warm the heat was constantly running to keep it at 72. The yard and driveway was littered with down trees and branches, but I did use some for the fire place! Beautiful views from the hot tub! Little bit of a tough drive up to the house, (not too many drinks w dinner). Bring pots and pans if your going to cook in. Bathroom clean but needs updating. Overall a nice place
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10/10 Excellent

Rena C.

Little Bear

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: My family of 4 found the cabin to be well maintained, with new linens. The master has a fantastic view. The kitchen was great, wide open and great for cooking with the kids.The deck was our favorite part. It has incredible views, with a table to eat, and a hot tub to boot. Great place! Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Tami V.

Really Nice Location and Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I've stayed with Mountain Laurel Chalet company for over 30 years. This was a nice home with a great view. I'll stay again
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah M. M.

Great Cabin for the Smokies

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really enjoyed our stay. Driveway is not for the faint of heart or low clearance vehicles. Cabin is exactly as pictured/described. All appliances worked great - laundry is small and can barly accommodate 2 people/3 days of clothes. Loved the deck. Hot tub is great and in really good condition. We had neighbors but could hardly hear them .. cabin is really private. Loved the keyless entry as well. Checkout was great b/c we didn't need to return keys.
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8/10 Good

A guest from Montgomery, AL

Mountain Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view was excellent. The inside the cabin was perfect. The kitchen was well stocked . It felt inviting . The front toward the woods needs to be cleared a little moore.

About the host

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Mountain Laurel Chalets has been serving Gatlinburg since 1972! We're delighted to be in our 51st year of service to guests, owners, and the greater Gatlinburg community. Founded on principles of extra-mile care, love for family, and integrity-led operations, we are consistently named a top vacation rental management company in the country. Beyond our countless industry recognitions, we are proud of being a second-generation family owned and operated business that is truly local. Check out our wide array of available properties, and come experience the Mountain Laurel Chalets difference for yourself!

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