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Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience

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A wooden deck with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a forested area.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A log cabin interior with a central wood stove, wooden walls, and a green door.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a window.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
With a hot tub, this cabin offers a relaxing retreat for adventure seekers. It accommodates 3 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Enjoy tubing, birdwatching, and mountain biking nearby. The outdoor patio provides a perfect spot to unwind. Golfing options are also available in the area, along with attractions like Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee River.

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind

    Relax in the top-rated hot tub, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Sautee Nacoochee, GA
  • Place, Unicoi State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Unicoi Hill Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience

Come experience the wonders for yourself and stay with us at Bears Rest. You will love staying in this charming one bedroom, one bath cabin. It has everything you need for an authentic mountain experience!

The lodge inspired decor and the free-standing wood-burning fireplace give this home a distinct mountain feel. The kitchen is furnished with a full size refrigerator, stove top and oven. We provide the cookware and cooking utensils, as well as flatware and dinnerware. There's a microwave and coffee maker, too. All you need to bring are the groceries! Spend time on the outdoor deck, relax and rest in your new home away from home.

Built to accommodate three, there is one queen bedroom with a twin size daybed. The cabin has central heat and air, cable television and ceiling fans. Bears Rest is equipped with an outdoor dining area, so you can even enjoy your meals outside as you take in the tranquility of the forest. If you like s'mores and toasted marshmallows, this cabin offers access to a community fire pit for your favorite campfire treats.

From Bears Rest, you are in close proximity to a variety of sensational attractions. The popular town of Alpine Helen is only about 5 miles away. Modeled after a Bavarian Village, Helen provides a unique experience. While you're there, you can explore shops and galleries, restaurants and candy stores. If you time your visit right, you can experience one of Helen's exciting annual festivals, like Oktoberfest. The cabin is located near Unicoi State Park, making it easy to discover the natural wonders of the region. From the park, you can take hikes on the many trails, cross over sparkling creeks and climb to see the tumbling waterfalls. Whether you are here for adventure, relaxation, or both, you're sure to have an amazing time!

• Minimum Age Requirement: Bears Rest is available to families or to guests 21 years and older.
• Parking: Space is available for 2 vehicles.
• Access: The road is dirt and gravel to the cabin. Not recommended for low-profile vehicles.
• Pets: Bears Rest is Not pet-friendly. No pets allowed.
• Location: 4.5 miles to downtown Helen

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 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

Property # 1342127vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sautee Nacoochee

Tanglewood, a neighbourhood in Sautee Nacoochee, is home to this cabin. Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia and Helen Festhalle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alpine Mini Golf and Serenity Cellars. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Sautee Nacoochee, GA

What's nearby

  • Unicoi State Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Unicoi Hill Park - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bears Rest - Authentic Mountain Experience located?

Located in Tanglewood, this cabin is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Unicoi State Park. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 6 miles (10 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. 142 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 194 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and easy access… the hot tub was the best and will be staying here again on our next stay…..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write this nice review. Please come back real soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a very cute cabin close to downtown helen but away enough so that it was quiet. We enjoyed the hottub and loved that we were able to grill and have a full kitchen to cook in. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect for a weekend getaway for a couple! We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2026
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a nice review. We hope to see you again real soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Stay!

Very nice property and awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Was disappointed that the fire place was not available for use. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2026
We recently had all our fireplaces inspected for safely and unfortunately this property was one that needs some attention to the flue. I hope you will give us another chance and come back real soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary/bday trip

We loved staying here!! Very quiet and remote, perfect for a weekend getaway with my boyfriend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for trusting us with your getaway. Hope to hear from you in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Outing

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: Great place to go enjoyed it
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great cabin

Cozy cabin in a quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2024
We thank you for staying with us and hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

We really enjoyed our stay. Not as secluded as we were expecting since we did have a cabin very close by, but still very much enjoyed our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Glad that you enjoyed your getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful quaint cabin. Close to downtown Helen. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you in the future. Have a wonderful Holiday
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

My family and I enjoyed a couple of nights at Bears Rest. Close to good hiking and close to Alpine Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! Hope to hear from you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cam's first trip to Helen

It was nice we enjoyed the stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for trusting us with Cam's first trip to Helen. Glad you had a good time. Hope to hear from you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away

Easy access to Helen and the surrounding area. Nice and secluded, great hottub and nice grill.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Hope to hear from you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cozy cabin

Cabin had everything we needed. Rental company was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Hope you come visit again. Glad you had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great way to start the new year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for trusting us with your getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Celebrating anniversary of 30 years

Really enjoyed the cabin and the hot tub. The location to all the fun was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Glad that you had a good time celebrating your anniversary. Hope you come visit again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private and cozy

Exactly as advertised, smooth process, great private retreat area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Simple but beautiful and relaxing. We went for my husbands birthday weekend for a relaxing time. It was wonderful, cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couple getaway

We loved the cabin. It was perfect for a romantic weekend. It was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Hope to hear from you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Getaway

Quiet and close location to Unicoi State Park and the town of Helen. Clean cabin. The hot tub was a nice touch, we just couldn't get the light to come on. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot In Helen

Cabin was clean and cozy, easy to locate, and not far from town. Georgia Mountain Rentals was very communicative and available when needed. Will definitely plan another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Looking forward to hearing from you in the future. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

My family absolutely loved Bears Rest! The cabin was secluded, but not that far away from everything! We loved the cabin and the jacuzzi for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
We appreciate you staying with us, and hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin and management was great! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you for trusting Georgia Mountain Rentals with your getaway. Hope you come back and visit with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bears rest

Enjoyed the peace and quiet of being away from downtown but still close enough to get to anything quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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