Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC
Mountain Top Luxury Cabin with Incredible Views and Hot Tub - 20 Minutes from Rafting
What a View! Stretch out and take in the pristine mountains before you. Soak in the sparkling hot tub after adventure.
This beautiful mountain top log cabin has an incredible view of the Great Smoky Mountains. Hot tub, pool table and loaded with amenities. Relax in the hammock on the porch overlooking the magnificent view. Enjoy evenings around the outdoor fire pit. A Bear's Retreat is the perfect setting for your next mountain vacation.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bryson City
Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mason Mountain Mine and Oaks Gallery. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and rock climbing nearby.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 14.9 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 21 min drive - 14.9 km
Island Park - 21 min drive - 15.0 km
Nantahala Brewing Company - 22 min drive - 15.0 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 33 min drive - 32.1 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 144 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 20 min drive
Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - 20 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 18 min drive
La Poblana - 20 min drive
Arby's - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pincu Pottery and Tuckasegee River. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had trouble finding cabin with address given. Best way to find was from location in VRBO listing, but still needed help from a neighbor to give directions. Otherwise, stay was perfect.
Windows covered entire side of home. This offered an awesome view.
Plenty of room for family.
Three king beds (one in each bedroom). Each bedroom has its own full bath.
However, beds were incredibly hard. Pillows very flat.
Black mold in corners of tiled shower of master.
Very few washcloths. I had to launder cloths everyday to be able to have clean ones.
Despite the "howevers", we would return.
Had a great time relaxing in the mountains. The view from the deck and hot tub is amazing! We were blessed with a few great sunsets during our stay. The kids enjoyed playing pool and watching movies on rainy days. Thank you!
The view was magnificent! A little too windy a couple of days to enjoy the porch and hot tub, but a couple days were just perfect. Quite secluded. Definitely would rent this place again.
We planned this trip after visiting Bryson City once before. We couldn't have planned for better weather and we timed the fall colors just right. The views are breathtaking. The friends made it even more amazing.
The amenities are great, there was nothing missed.
Overall very nice property with spectacular views. However, kitchen utensils and silverware were filthy with dried food all over them. Upstairs right hand sink didn’t drain well. Wireless was out 3 of 6 days. Other than those negatives, would absolutely stay here again.
John W.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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