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Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.

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Bears Den. New siding, windows and roof in 2022.
Eat In Kitchen
Living area
We pride ourselves on cleanliness!
Comfy seating

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Barnardsville, NC
  • Navitat Canopy Adventures
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pisgah National Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Crib

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.

Bears Den cottage is located on a dead end mountain road backing up to the Pisgah Natl Forest, just N. of Asheville. It is just minutes from Navitat, WNC's only zipline!! The home is decorated to match the mountains, easy going and peaceful. Sit by the creek on the property or listen to the roar of the river below. There is hiking at Douglas Falls down the road. The lawn is beautifully landscaped with different varieties of flowers all season long. When in season, pick fresh blackberries and raspberries in the front yard. Enjoy a book or glass of wine on the wrap around porch or soak in the 6 person hot tub that sits up on a deck. The property is very secluded and quiet, yet close to many fun things to do...including whitewater rafting, gem mining, shopping, restaurants and the Biltmore Estate. It is the perfect vacation spot, we love it and know you will too. Behaved Pets welcome.


Our Mission: It is our goal to provide you with everything that you will need to make Bear's Den your home away from home. If you have special requests prior to arrival, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. All you will need is your toiletries and food.

Our Story: We operate Bears Den Cottage ourselves. We both have a background in hospitality including working at a 4 star AAA rated bed and breakfast in Colorado. We fell in love with Bears Den the first time we saw it. We have an excellent team of care takers that make sure it is just how we would have it.
Bears Den has a magical feel to it...you can almost see the fairies dancing in the flower gardens. :) We sit on the porch for hours watching the birds, butterflies and humming birds and listening to the river below. The house is open and airy with a big picture window looking out into the forest. The cottage is decorated appropriately with bears, flowers and inspirational signs to make your trip the mountains relaxing and enjoyable. There is a good chance of seeing wild life at this property. We guarantee you will have an excellent time.

Property manager

Jesse York

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs (limit 1 total)
We do charge a pet fee. We may allow 2, please ask
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please remember that pets are allowed only if the pet fees have been paid prior to check in.
Please park only in the area where rock has been placed. Please do not leave any trash or debris outside.
Only 4 people can stay overnight in the cottage. Please ask if you want visitors. Please start one load of laundry and move to dryer before leaving.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barnardsville

Located in Barnardsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Navitat Canopy Adventures and Echoview Fiber Mill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Pinnacle Mountain. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Barnardsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Navitat Canopy Adventures - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Pisgah National Forest - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 24 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 38 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Craggy Gardens - 41 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sheena's Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy's Lounge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bears Den: Private, Comfortable, Well Kept Cottage w Hot Tub overlooking River. located?

This family-friendly Barnardsville cabin is located on a river, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Navitat Canopy Adventures, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pinnacle Mountain and Pisgah National Forest. Vance Birthplace and Echoview Fiber Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 196 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luci R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great updated quaint cabin!
My husband and I spent the weekend celebrating our anniversary and his birthday at this lovely cabin. We found it very clean with everything we needed for a lovely stay. The owners were very easy to reach by text and extremely nice. There is a lovely gas fireplace which we really enjoyed. Sit on the porch, or walk up a stairway to the good sized hot tub with a view of the creek down the hill and surrounded by nature. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
My daughter and I stayed for our annual 2 week vacation away from "the guys". Bear's Den is everything we needed to recharge. The property and home are great. We spent a great deal of time outside painting, birdwatching, and reading. Listening to the river running was so relaxing. House has just about everything you need. The hot tub was perfect for after a hike. There are neighbors within view, but far enough away to still feel secluded. Just a wonderful place to get away and drown yourself in nature.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tripp B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for two plus dog
The house is clean and the outdoor areas are private. It sits in a small yard in the woods on a steep hillside with a creek across the traffic-free road. We enjoyed sitting on a rock in the creek and watching our dog explore. The inside was roomy enough for two plus a small dog, and clean. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook. We usually played games at the kitchen table in the evenings. The house is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and we enjoyed the Big Ivy section of the Pisgah National Forest which takes you to a couple of waterfalls. I would defintely consider staying here again if we ever come back to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Definitely recommend an SUV to get up that driveway, but it is so worth it especially if you’re looking for privacy. super comfortable beds, charming scenery and just so easy to recharge yourself and relax. Host was fast and polite in answering all my questions. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Great little place to stay, clean, well equipped and quiet location. It’s far enough out but close enough to things as the same time. Hot tub was great. One thing to know, the driveway is mildly steep. No problem for a modern vehicle, but we drove a classic car and it was a little dicey getting up the drive. I don’t remember if this was mentioned in the listing or not, but I’m just sharing in case it helps someone else decide what to drive LOL. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin for a secluded getaway
The cabin is great though it doesn’t look exactly like on pictures. The hot tub is clean and functional. You need a four-wheel-drive SUV to get to the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s all uphill!
The history of the home was very interesting! Hot tub hit the spot and the weather was perfect being it was 20 degrees cooler than home. Very quiet surroundings and beautiful! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emile C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage for a rainy weekend
The cottage is just as advertised. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate but listening to the quiet and rain was was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Bear's Den is a private oasis in the mountains. Enjoy nature and the sound of Big Ivey River while sitting on the front porch. Wonderful, relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin to explore the Blue ridgeway
Secluded cabin, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
We loved the cabin. Hot tub to start and end the day was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Great property. Clean, comfortable, and peaceful! Hot tub was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Weekend
We enjoyed our stay at Bear’s Den. Very relaxing little cabin in a great location and a great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Saw the coolest night sky from the jacuzzi. Enjoyed the stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas
Visiting family in Weaverville we loved the cabin the hot tub at night was the perfect end to busy days. Just minutes from Asheville and many activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
A very nice, quiet place to stay if you're looking to go to the Asheville area! The driveway is a little steep, but it's nothing most cars won't be able to handle. There's a stream near the house, so, if you like the sound of water, this could be the place for you. Even if you don't, for some reason, the inside of the house is perfectly quiet. It's a small cottage, but it's still very cozy! I would definitely suggest staying here if you're a couple or a small group, there's two decently comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barnardsville, NC
I enjoyed the cabin and location. Happy that my doodle dog was allowed to come as well. The driveway was a bit of a challenge, however. We took our own bedding and towels, so we wouldn’t have to wait for washing machine.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
We really enjoyed our stay. The property was secluded and private. The residence was put together nice and was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
We loved our stay at Bears Den. Updated older cottage was very comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the hot tub several times and walks along the creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
This was a cute little house with a cabin feel. Sitting on the front porch and listening to the river was just what we needed as a get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Berna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Great 3 day vacation So nice to get away from daily life to enjoy natures best
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Buffy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote Beauty
This was a very private and secluded home. The sound of the rushing water from the creek blowing was so peaceful. Has everything you need in a nice, clean, little space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stat
Wonderful property and hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jesse York

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I worked in a 21 room country inn/bed and breakfast in Colorado in 2000 which I really enjoyed. After moving to Asheville in 2001, I wanted to pursue owing a vacation rental and we found Bears Den in 2006. I find hospitality is my gift. We owned other cottages but are back to having just this one, it's our favorite and our 'baby' you could say. We hope to one day own a bed and breakfast. We love having this cottage and want to make you feel like you are home away from home.

Why they chose this property

I was in the mortgage business and was constantly being told about cabins and cottages from Realtors I was working with as we were looking. We knew right away Bears Den was the one. I cannot describe the magic and charm you feel. It may look rustic on the outside but it's very well kept inside and the grounds are beautiful and display everything the Western North Carolina Mountains hold.

What makes this property unique

Renters love listening to the river below while on the porch with either a glass of wine or a cup of coffee. The hot tub is also a favorite because it sits up on a deck so it offers better views and is like it's own destination. Several renters have seen deer and turkeys in the yard. It's very quiet yet close to everything.

Languages:

English
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