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Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions.

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Hot tub on deck overlooking the Smoky Mountains
Priceless views of The Great Smoky Mountains!
Welcome to Bears on Skis!
Welcome to Bears on Skis, offered by Bear Tracts!
Cozy living room w/ recliners & wood-burning fireplace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 163274 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions.

You must be 23 years old. Name on reservation must match name on the credit card. Identity verification required. Booking party must be present at check-in. Third-party app required for check-in.

*Bear Tracts is providing free admission to some of the most popular attractions the area offers. Text 865play to 94479 for more info! Details below.

With breathtaking, panoramic views of Mt. LeConte, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, this gorgeous, four-season, five-bedroom rustic mountain lodge sleeps 16 and is tucked into the trees above the Ober Mountain ski resort, just five-minute drive away.

Recently repainted in a combination of exciting and restful colors, "Bears on Skis" is the ideal destination for those who want the full Smoky Mountain experience when it comes to spectacular views from high above Gatlinburg but who also want to be close both to the National Park and to all the area's fun attractions. Both Gatlinburg and the park entrance are just short drives away; you can hike, play, come home and go out again.

In winter, enjoy epic views of the skiers on the slopes of Ober Mountain. In spring, summer, and fall, "Bears on Skis" offers amazing views of Mount Le Conte and beyond, acres of glorious trees (a stunning sight in the fall) and even a cable car in the distance. Two lovely, family-friendly pools, tennis courts and clubhouses for summer use are only five five-minute drive away. Wildlife on Ski Mountain is abundant and part of the fun of renting this home. There is a huge deck with a gas grill (propane provided) and dining table; you will rarely have eaten or spent time with family and friends in so beautiful a setting.

Bears on Skis has high-speed internet, cable television (Spectrum) and Roku smart TVs allowing access to your favorite streaming service.

Accommodations include five bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom with shower and bathtub, smart TV, and decorated in mountain style.

Four bedrooms have king-size beds, dressers, and their own stunning views; the fifth has a queen-over-queen bunk and is right next to one of the king rooms. All four main rooms are of roughly equal size and have comparably stunning mountain views.

The living room features recliner couches, rustic decor (including custom wooden carvings of bears in the woods), and a wood-burning fireplace. There also is a second viewing/living room with swivel couches for maximum enjoyment of the view and to ensure your group has enough space for everyone.

The well-equipped kitchen includes a huge fridge/freezer, stove with smooth cooktop, new microwave, new dishwasher, toaster, slow cooker, and both pod and standard coffeemakers with a grinder for your beans.

The game room features pro-quality air hockey, a multicade arcade game set to free play, board games, and a sound table with a charging station and a high-quality speaker to stream your music. DVDs are provided and there are a total of 7 TVs.

Outside, you'll find the huge deck overlooking the mountains, complete with rockers, loungers, outdoor dining, and coffee tables. A well-placed hot tub allows you to enjoy the view as you soak amid twinkling lights.

Please note the high-on-the-mountain Bears on Skis is located off a very windy but well-paved and city-maintained, mountain road. The driveway can accommodate 4-5 cars but you can't turn around without reversing.

This beautiful lodge is ideal for anyone who truly wants to experience the heart of Gatlinburg and the glories of the Great Smoky Mountains!

*We provide all towels and Linens along with a starter pack of paper products
• Full Bathroom (5) • Half Bathroom (1)
• Queen Bunk (1) • King Bed (4)
• Queen Sleeper Sofa (2) • Hot Tub (1)
• Stackable Washer & Dryer
• Multi-Cade Arcade
• Air Hockey • Roku/Smart TV
• High-Speed Internet and Wi-Fi
• Wood Burning Fireplace
• Propane Grill

Attractions include:
• Titanic
• Soaky Mountain
• Dollywood Theme Park & Water Park
• Anakeesta
• Ziplining
• Museums
• & more
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Property manager

Matt and April with Bear Tracts
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg Space Needle and Anakeesta. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • SkyPark - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Pancake House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly Updated: GameRoom HotTub Big Mtn Views & ski area w/ free attractions. located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the place was very accomodating for our family. We had most of our children and grandchildren and everything was perfect for our stay.We even got to enjoy the bears that visited - it was exciting!!!! Especially, for our littles. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and views were amazing. Bears visited us every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaymar T.

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

Great getaway

The view is incredible! We were excited about the bears on our porch but they eventually became a nuisance. Very scenic drive to the top, you can hear and see over mountain from the porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Debra B.

Wonderful vacation 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: Our family had a great time here, but be aware this is a three story cabin with street entry in the top floor but kitchen and living room in bottom level so lots of stairs
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10/10 Excellent

nathan G g.

Ten out of Ten

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 property couldn't have been any better. I was there with family and close friends. Everyone loved their rooms. The views are the top notch. I would be back any change I get
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10/10 Excellent

Mark and Lynn B.

June 2025 Stay

Our family enjoyed our week at Bears on Skis. We have a few suggestions which would make stays more comfortable such as towel bars or hooks in the bathrooms, the second story blinds were very dusty. The master suite did not have any blinds on the French doors so it was hard to sleep past sunrise. Management responded to all minor maintenance issues immediately which was greatly appreciated. We would definitely book again with Bear Tracts.
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip K.

Most gracious host

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: Upon arrival my group noticed the hot tub was not working. Contacted maintenance and they were quick to respond. Unfortunately the hot tub had met it's last soak prior to us being there and owner decided he would replace it after our stay. The owners were more than gracious to us and gave us tickets to not only the Pirate show but also to Anakessta to make up for the loss of the hot tub. The cabin is azing and we had bears visit the back deck everyday. I highly recommend this cabin to anyone and my family for sure will be back.

10/10 Excellent

rosalee c.

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

Amazing!

We stayed here for our batchlortte/batchlor party with our friends & family & it was amazingly stunning! There was a leak though the window on the top floor right bedroom & the wall paper that filled up with water, that eventually bursted. Other than that, it was very cleanly, very well maintained & stocked with plenty of supplies. 9.9/10! :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cj S.

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

Great location

Great views of the mountain plenty of room in the house that accommodated everyone would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

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

Gatlinburg stay

We had a great stay. Clean, beds comfortable, great location with a beautiful view! I would recommend staying here and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Valette P.

Parks Family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. 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: We had a wonderful stay the only issue we have the place witness clean as it should have been the maintenance of guy was really really great he was there when we got there and the issue we need to take care of he took care of me to leave whoever I talk to on the phone to do the checking thing new how to get us right in and she was very good over all the stay was beautiful

10/10 Excellent

LACEY c.

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

AMAZING

Every room has a bathroom! The view is the best! Easy to get to for being so high up! The owners respond quickly to any question. We even went through a storm, lost power, and it was restored quicker than I thought possible! More than I imagined was supplied… from sheets and towels to a coffee maker and crockpot!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John T R.

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

Christmas vacation

Nice cabin but furniture needs updating. Couches were worn out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Loved our stay

Would rent again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Great place to stay

This was a beautiful home! We wished we had stayed longer! It is located at the top of a mountain! Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

Lasting memories

The house & location were great but the constant visits from the bears kept us from enjoying the deck & hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

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

Great views

Very spacious property with an amazing view of the Gatlinburg Valley area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great long weekend

We very much enjoyed the stay and the accommodations. Very comfortable space, clean and well supplied in the kitchen. Huge deck with stunning view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca A. A.

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

Birthday trip

I loved this cabin this is my second time booking it,Booked it last year for my bday and this year. And will be booking it again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

November 2023 Stay

Amazing house, location and view. Helped make this family trip truly special for us all. Would come back again without a question!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel P.

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

Million dollar view

Total recommended we enjoy so much special when mama bear show up with her 4 cubs since day one and last day we loved so much definitely we didn’t cook out much because that beers but it’s ok you have so many good restaurants and down town Gatlinburg we definitely come back and rent the same place we loved and the kids desconect from electronics total recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

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

Beautiful views

We had an amazing time at Bears on Ski's! There was 8 of us to celebrate our Mom's 60th birthday. Plenty of room for everyone and had everything we needed for our stay. The views are spectacular! We even had some unexpected guests, a mama bear and 2 cubs! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

A guest from Bowling Green, KY

Perfect Cabin for Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: - We love this house!

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was absolutely perfect. No even one little thing to complaint about it. We expended an amazing days at this property. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Property and house very nice, everything very clean, the only problem we had was the tv, we couldn't get them to work for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt and April with Bear Tracts

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