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Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville.

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A wooden cabin with a porch and staircase, surrounded by trees.
A log cabin with a porch, stairs, and a fenced garden area.
A wooden cabin with a porch and a staircase leading to a deck, surrounded by a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.
A cabin kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a coffee maker, and a welcome sign.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Pigeon River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room. Waynesville Recreation Center and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Pigeon River - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 19 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 21 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haywood 209 Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ben’s Backdraft BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive In and Dairy Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Caffeine & Chaos - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Pause-Updated cabin in Waynesville, NC; close to Maggie Valley & Asheville. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Pigeon River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Haywood County Public Library. Cataloochee Valley and Cataloochee Ski Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and location were beautiful. The beds very comfortable and we appreciated the many channels on the tv. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, fully equipped. Convenient location, plenty to do and see nearby.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Donna, Thank you so much for the review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at our cabin. Hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best, Shari & Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful cabin. Not too far from Waynesville.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you for your review Judy! We hope to welcome you again in the future. Shari & Jorge
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very clean and roomy. Kitchen was very well equipped. Beds were comfortable . Was no charcoal for grill. If you sit outside on the porch, all you hear is CONSTANT traffic on I-40 and the neighbors dogs barking. Conveniently located to Maggie Valley. Would not rent property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 22 Oct 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We value all guest feedback and are sorry that your stay was not entirely satisfactory. For clarification, the property provides a gas grill, not a charcoal grill and had a full tank. Additionally, we always encourage guests to contact us with any questions or concerns during their stay. We reached out after check-in and would have appreciated the opportunity to address any issues while you were at the cabin. Thank you again for your review as it helps us to continue improving our future guest experiences.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very well equipped. Bed Very comfortable. Well furnished.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2026
Thank you so much Gary. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and the accommodations met your needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, fully stocked with everything you need. Location is perfect. It's a must to visit Cataloochee Valley - Elk watching.Thanks for sharing your beautiful cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2026
David, thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you had a wonderful stay. Elk watching at Cataloochee is one of our favorite things to do in the area as well! Best, Shari & Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little slice of heaven on earth. We truly can't say enough about this beautiful mountain home or the amazing hosts!! We celebrated our anniversary and it was absolutely perfect. The time is clean, well equipped, everything you need to enjoy your time away. We were able to do multiple awesome day trips, the cabin is close enough to everything needed while still feeling removed enough in the woods to disconnect. See the elk by the visitor center FOR SURE, take rides on Blue Ridge Parkway and stop at overlooks, and waterfalls, enjoy the cabin and campfire, enjoy local food, events, towns and kids importantly make memories!!If you're able to go...GO!!!Thank you Javier & Shari!And most importantly thank you Jesus for this precious gift.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words Tammy! We’re delighted our cabin was the perfect spot for your anniversary and that you enjoyed the comfort, location, and local adventures. It means a lot to hear you appreciated both the setting and our hospitality. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Warmly, Shari & Jorge
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Great place to stay. Great time of year to travel to the mountains. Will stay there again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful long weekend get away

We had the perfect time and this lovely cabin. Everything was exactly as stated, beautiful place can’t wait to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2021
Bob, So thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Pause. We are very happy we met your expectations and welcome you and your wife back any time! All the best, Jorge & Shari
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Mountain Getaway

Very relaxing and clean cabin in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

We were extremely pleased with our stay and the hosts who provided this beautiful cabin to us. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! All the best, Jorge & Shari Alatorre Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cabin & Location

Such a lovely cabin. We really enjoyed our stay. Been visiting the area for 20 years and this was one of my favorite locations. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2022
Thank you for your kind words Cheryl. We are so happy you had a lovely time at the cabin. We welcome you back any time. Jorge & Shari Alatorre Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cabin!

Our third stay here. We love the home, love the area. The home is perfectly situated close to all the small towns, yet isolated enough to feel cozy. Great fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Regina and William, It is our honor to host you year after year! Thank you for your kind words. We are so happy you loved your experience again this year. All the best, Shari & Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was perfect for our family weekend getaway. The house was clean and had everything that we needed. The hosts were very responsive when we had any questions. We also loved using the fire pit. It was a great experience all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thoroughly enjoyed Bear Pause Cabin

Had a wonderful stay on Seay Mountain. The cabin was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the bear motifs and decorations throughout the cabin. We enjoyed the remoteness as well as being close to I-40. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Hi Darlene, So glad to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your stay at Bear Pause. Thank you for your kind words. We'd like to welcome you back any time! Kind Regards, Shari & Jorge Alatorre Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful get away

We really enjoyed your cabin, large porch was our favorite. Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2022
So happy you enjoyed your stay and the porch sitting! Our favorite as well for relaxing. Kind Regards, Jorge & Shari Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Mountain Cabin

Property is exactly as described, and the photos are accurate. Very clean, comfortable bed, good water pressure, as well as plenty of hot water. Pretty mountain hideaway near Waynesville.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2021
Thank you for your kind words Jodi! We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the cabin! Kind Regards, Shari & Jorge Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was wonderful: exactly as described. Only issue I had was that I was staying there to ride motorcycles in the mountains and was pulling a trailer. The gravel road to the cabin is very narrow and steep but navigable if you have a small trailer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In the middle of everything

A great cabin in the middle of all the most popular places in western North Carolina.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2022
Very pleased you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the 5 star rating John. We would be happy to have you back again. All the best, Jorge & Shari Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get-a-Way!

We had an amazing vacation and were happy with the Cabin. Great fireplace! The Perfect spot to relax and get away from the COVID-19 Pandemic. We loved walking and driving in the mountains. Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
Hi Sharon, So happy to hear you enjoyed your visit so much! Hope to have you back again some time in the future. Kind Regards, Jorge and Shari Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

Bear Pause is a clean and comfortable cabin in the mountains. We enjoyed the fireplace on the cold nights. Just the right size for two people. Easy to find with the directions provided. We will not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return stay

This was our 2nd stay at Bear Pause. Updated counters and appliances look good. Cabin is easy to get to and close to Maggie Valley/Waynesville area. Fireplace is nice on the cold mountain days. Bear pause will stay on our November trips to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2022
Thank you so much Paula for your kind words. We appreciate you coming back this year and that your stay was everything that you expected. We welcome you back any time. Jorge & Shari Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin getaway

Beautifully kept property on a quiet, private mountainside. The cabin is well appointed, clean, and close to GSMNP, Pisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, and greater Maggie Valley. We enjoyed hiking the area, driving the parkway, and relaxing on the great front porch! Shari and Jorge are wonderful owners and were quick to answer questions! Thank you again for sharing your amazing cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
Judith thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and loved Bear Pause as much as we do! Hope to have you as a guest again in the future. All the best, Shari & Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This cabin is perfect

We recently stayed here as a getaway to experience a bit of Fall. It was our second stay. We love the area, the nearness to small towns around us, as well as being close to Asheville. But the bonus is being so close yet far enough away to feel like we don't have to go anywhere else to enjoy the solitude this cabin provides. Additionally, we love being able to build a fire in the fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
We are so happy that you were able to come back again this year and enjoy the lovely Fall scenery in the mountains! You are our first repeat renters and we appreciate it very much! Kind Regards, Jorge & Shari Alatorre
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get-away

We needed some time away and actually we were supposed to have been on a cruise to Greece (that we canceled). Never been to this part of NC and the Smoky Mountains. House was prefect for the setting, right size. Our hosts left a bottle of wine for us to enjoy and sent a blender just in case. We all had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2021
Glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed your recent stay! All the best, Jorge & Shari
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