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Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood

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Hot tub with mountain views
A log cabin with a porch, a chimney, and a scenic mountain backdrop.
Mama Bear and four cubs have been spotted at the cabin (one cub was straggling!) - June 2026
Snow-capped mountain view from the back porch
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden staircase, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Patriot Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dollywood
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Bedroom - 2nd floor

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom - 1st floor - front

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom - 1st floor - rear

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath - 1st floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bath - 2nd floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood

🌄 August Availability – Escape to the Smokies Before Summer Ends!

August is one of the best-kept secrets in the Smoky Mountains. The summer crowds begin to thin, evenings become a little cooler, and it's the perfect time to enjoy the mountains before fall arrives.

Wake up to breathtaking mountain views, sip your morning coffee on the deck, and unwind each evening in your private hot tub beneath the stars.

One of our favorite surprises this summer has been a local mama black bear and her four cubs making occasional appearances near the cabin. Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, but many guests enjoy spotting bears, deer, wild turkeys, and other native wildlife from a safe distance during their stay.

Just minutes from Dollywood, Anakeesta, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bear Claw Vista offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain seclusion and convenient access to the area's top attractions.

✨ Guest Favorites

Incredible long-range mountain views

Private 6-person hot tub

Fire pit for evenings under the stars

Arcade with 255 games, air hockey & ping pong

Three private bedrooms (no open loft sleeping)

Wood-burning fireplace

Smart TVs throughout

Peaceful wooded setting

Only 4 miles from Dollywood

🏡 Inside the Cabin

Main Level

Two queen bedrooms

Renovated full bath

Fully equipped kitchen

Dining area

Living room with wood-burning fireplace & 55" Smart TV

Washer & dryer

Upper Level

Private king bedroom

Full bath

Game loft with arcade, air hockey & ping pong

Roku TV

Board games & books

🌿 Outdoor Living

Spend your days exploring the Smokies, then return to relax on the spacious mountain-view deck. Soak in the hot tub, enjoy dinner outdoors, or gather around the fire pit as the sun sets behind the mountains.

☀️ Explore the Smokies

You're just minutes from:

Dollywood

Anakeesta

Downtown Pigeon Forge

Downtown Gatlinburg

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Hiking trails

Scenic drives

River tubing

Shopping & dining

📍 Nearby Attractions

Dollywood — 4 miles

Gatlinburg — 9 miles

Minutes to Pigeon Forge

Easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

🎉 Plan Your August Mountain Getaway

Whether you're squeezing in one last family vacation before school starts, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for a peaceful weekend away, August is a wonderful time to visit the Smokies.

Relax in the hot tub after a day of adventure, enjoy mountain sunsets from the deck, roast marshmallows around the fire pit, and create memories that will last long after summer ends.

🐻 Wildlife in the Smokies

One of the highlights of staying here is experiencing the area's incredible wildlife. Our resident mama black bear and her four cubs have been spotted throughout the summer, delighting many guests. While sightings can never be guaranteed, bears, deer, wild turkeys, and many other native animals are frequently seen throughout the region.

August dates are now available—but once they're booked, summer is over. Reserve your Smoky Mountain getaway today and enjoy one last unforgettable escape before autumn arrives.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Lock the doors
No chores! Just head on out and lock the doors behind you. You don't need to strip the beds, wash the towels, wash the dishes, or anything else. We take care of that for you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3685115vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Wilderness at the Smokies and Ober Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Dollywood's Splash Country and Titanic Museum. Travelling with kids? Make time for Dollywood, or head to an event or a match at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and golfing.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Municipal Golf Course - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Patriot Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dollywood - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Old Mill - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spotlight Bakery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Grist Mill Cinnamon Bread - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Granny's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Mountain Pancake House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Super Fast Wi-Fi•Near Dollywood located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Gatlinburg Municipal Golf Course, Dollywood's Splash Country, and Parrot Mountain and Gardens. Rocky Top Mountain Coaster and Xtreme Racing Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! Comfortable, and everything is in range. We enjoyed a week here and host was on top of everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cortney E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin for a vacation. Beautiful view and great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this cabin! The hosts were super communicative and helpful, and everything was clean. The view was beautiful, my wife enjoyed the hot tub, and my son got a huge kick out of the arcade machine upstairs. The path up to the cabin was pretty steep, but it was paved, so no big deal. Also, we saw a family of black bears from our cabin balcony! The hosts provided complimentary snacks and coffee as well as kitchen equipment in case we felt like cooking :) Overall, we had a great time and would definitely come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. Cabin was amazing the views were beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10! Would 100% stay again. View was amazing, cabin was full stocked and even had everything we needed for s’mores which the kids loved. Communication was great from start to finish. Have stayed a several VRBOs and this was one our favorites and best experiences for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing. There was a couple places that couldve been cleaned better but nothing crazy. Fyi there are bumblebees that have made a home somewhere in the fascia of the cabin. But to be fair the cabin is in the mountains. We're definitely going to be booking here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were great and communicated everything timely. The Cabin was super clean and the view off the patio is absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you for this great review! We take pride in the value our cabin offers and we are so glad you had a wonderful stay at Bear Claw Vista!
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10/10 Excellent

Walt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and comfortable. The hot tub worked nice, The cover was new and lite as it had just been replaced due to a bear the week prior.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thanks for the excellent review, Walt! Glad you enjoyed the hot tub (and glad those pesky bears didn't come back for round 2 with the hot tub cover!).
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10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a cute place! The view and porch are amazing! Hot tub looking out over the mountains!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Thank you for your 10/10 review! The view from the back porch just can't be beat! We're glad you had an awesome stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thanks for your five star review, Stephanie! We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Bear Claw Vista!
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10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was like the pictures. The view from the hot tub was great. The We got to see a bear on the last day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
The bears!! We're so glad you were able to get a photo of one of our furry friends during your stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great view and deck are our #1 requirements and this cabin is a 10 for that. Only two of us stayed but all 3 bedrooms and 2 baths were clean, nice and comfortable. Kitchen was great and well supplied. Living room is a little tight if you have 6 or more people. Wood fireplace was nice for us, as long as you don't mind starting and maintaining fires. Plenty of towels for 2 of us not to do any laundry over 6 days. They do all the cleaning so just lock up and leave. Host was great and readily available.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thank you for that awesome review! We take pride in our clean cabin and organized and uncluttered spaces, and we're glad you enjoyed your comfortable stay at Bear Claw Vista! And that fireplace - on a cool fall day, or a cold winter day - just makes the cabin so cozy!
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10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Awesome visit for a good deal and great property!!

We loved this cabin! The view of the snow on the mountains was spectacular. The cabin had everything we needed and we really liked having a real wood fire in the fireplace. We would definitely stay here again! The quality of the furnishings and supplies were fantastic and added a nice home style touch!! My kids loved the game room and we were VERY pleased with our stay.This is one of the best places that we have stayed at in a while!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thanks for the great review, Dan! We are so glad you were able to enjoy everything the cabin has, especially on days that guests decide to stay "home!" We look forward to your next visit!
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10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Great cabin, Epic view

We travel to Smoky Mountain each year and have stayed in numerous cabins - this was by far our favorite and will book again in the future. Bear Claw Vista has it all: truly great panoramic mountain views, spacious back deck with a very nice hot tub, and a convenient location near national park entrances and all the area attractions. The attention to detail in the cabin is top notch, it was very comfortable and clean all around. The owners Kevin and Emily were very attentive and generously stocked the cabin for our stay. We are leaving with a ton of great memories and can’t wait to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
We're so happy your family had such a great time at our cabin! We take pride in providing our guests with a clean, comfortable space, and the view just cannot be beat! We're looking forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon and George L.

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

Bear Claw Vista Is the Perfect Escape!!

We loved our stay here! The view from the cabin is amazing – the snow on the mountains was gorgeous! There was so much to do here – we rode a roller coaster and went indoor snow tubing in Pigeon Forge (both were super-close) and checked out all the shops and a cidery in Gatlinburg. Back at the cabin, the wifi worked great. The kids were able to connect their tablets and we were able to stream a movie without any issues. The kids also loved playing air hockey! The cabin was clean, cozy, and comfortable. I wish we had more time to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your five star review, Sharon and George! We are so glad that you had such a great time at Bear Claw Vista!
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10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

TN trip

Our stay at the cabin was an unforgettable experience. The cabin itself was a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern amenities. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the bedrooms were comfortable and cozy, ensuring a restful sleep. The cabin was spotless, and every detail was taken care of, reflecting the thoughtfulness of the host. The highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the location, offering stunning views and easy access to numerous hiking trails and other acttivites. We enjoyed exploring the natural beauty of the area during the day and relaxing in the hot tub at night. The host was extremely helpful and responsive, ensuring that we had a smooth and comfortable stay. They provided us with detailed information about the area and the various activities available, which greatly enhanced our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
We are so glad you had such a great time at Bear Claw Vista! The area really does have a lot to offer - both nature and indoor activities, and that view just cannot be beat!
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10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Best vacation spot ever!

We have been using VRBO for vacation rentals for 15 years. Bear Claw Vista is hands-down the best property that we have ever stayed at! It was conveniently located to almost everything, but it was still secluded. While there are several other cabins in the area, it did not feel like anybody was on top of us. We arrived earlier than check-in (due to the flooding in Kentucky which caused us to cancel our plans there). Emily had the code working for us before we arrived, and the cabin was spotless! There was even a welcome basket of snacks on the counter (my boys were very excited about that)! All of the little things that were taken care of for us meant the world to me. Emily and Kevin's attention to details made this the most relaxing vacation my family has ever taken. The game room and board games that were provided were great for the rainy days (and we had several). All of the furniture was very comfortable, and the beds were divine. We were provided with plenty of linens and a week's supply of all of the basic household necessities. Being chore-free was also a breath of fresh air!We saw a bear crossing the road, near the cabin, on our first day there. The kids were over the moon about seeing a real bear. Then on our last day at the cabin, we had a visitor. There was a bear out by the fire pit, that walked around the cabin, and up to the front door. I have recommended Bear Claw Vista to everyone that I have talked to. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your awesome review of our cabin! Recommending our cabin to your friends and family is the highest compliment we could receive, and we very much appreciate it! We are so happy that your family had such a great week at Bear Claw Vista! We try to cover all the necessities (and more!) for our guests so you can focus on having fun and making memories. We are SO glad you got to see a bear during your stay! Check your VRBO messages for the driveway video that shows the bear at the front door, and feel free to share it with your friends! We're looking forward to your next visit! -Kevin and Emily

About the host

Hosted by Kevin and Emily Curran

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Owners Emily and Kevin are located near Johnson City, TN. Dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for our guests, we make regular visits to the cabin to ensure it is meticulously cleaned, well-organized, and in optimal condition. We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to enjoy this stunning Smoky Mountain destination!

Why they chose this property

The cabin is situated on a quiet, dead-end road, nestled within the serene beauty of the Smoky Mountains. While conveniently located near local attractions, it offers a secluded and peaceful retreat. Guests can enjoy breathtaking mountain views, and on occasion, may even hear the distant whistle of the Dollywood Express!

What makes this property unique

The view from Bear Claw Vista is unparalleled, offering a stunning panoramic perspective of the Smoky Mountains throughout the year. The cabin is set in a highly secluded location, with the only passing traffic being the occasional guests staying at the only cabin beyond ours.

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