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Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond.

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A house with a dock extending over a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A view through a window with a white railing, a wooden deck, and a body of water in the background.
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A natural stream with clear water, surrounded by trees and some fallen branches.
A serene lake with reflections of trees and a distant house, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled at the lakefront, this cottage features 1 bathroom and accommodates 2 guests. It offers water views and outdoor relaxation on the patio. Enjoy activities like birdwatching and fishing, while golf options are close by. The property is pet-friendly and located near attractions such as Parrot Mountain and Gardens and Dollywood's Splash Country.

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Parrot Mountain and Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dollywood's Splash Country
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond.

Lady Lydia's Bear Cottage on the Pond is a picturesque vacation cottage rental sitting on a pond with beautiful surroundings including a creek. . Relax on 5 acres. King size bed, full kitchen with utensils. Large shower, TV(cable)DVD, books and games. Outside deck includes 2 rockers, bistro table and hammock. Very country outdoor setting with lots of trees and flowers blooming in season. Plenty of room to exercise, read a book, or sunbathe. Fire pit and barbeque on premises. Cottage is on the water, so humidity is felt inside. Fishing is allowed, but only catch and release. No swimming in pond. You can also hear the Dollywood train and fireworks in the summer.
no washer or dryer on premesis.
Lydia's Cottage is part of Lydia's Land which is recognized as a Habitat through Wildlife Federation. We feed our wildlife daily. Property is semi-quiet due to Watch guard animals on property to alert guests that other wildlife are in the area. Homes and cottages nearby. Horses and donkey on premesis. No internet. No smoking or marijuana inside. There are also two cottages that can be rented as a package.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Small pet fee required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking cigarettes or marijuana inside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 467618vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. 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 and Dollywood's Splash Country. Titanic Museum and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Parrot Mountain and Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Little Pigeon River - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 13 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grist Mill Cinnamon Bread - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Granny's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Till And Harvest - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Reds Drive-In Diner - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lady Bear Lydia's Cottage on the Pond. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Parrot Mountain and Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country. Rocky Top Mountain Coaster and Old Mill 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. 108 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 138 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
enjoyed the stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is perfect for a couple looking to get away and enjoy some time together.This was our second time staying here, and it definitely won’t be our last!Lydia is amazing and was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process. She helped us out at the last minute and even took the time to call and check on us to make sure everything was going well and that we were happy with the cabin.Great cabin, great experience, and an even better host. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay, caught several fish and enjoyed the views, quietness, and overall experience. Host was responsive and helpful. Over all would book again and did enjoy our stay. Our only complaint was the cleanliness inside and out could have been freshened up prior to our arrival, otherwise great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and everything was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms Lydia was very helpful and seemed genuinely concerned about our stay at her cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was beautiful. The host was awesome. She was a lovely lady very pleasant and kind…. It was just exactly what I was looking for. Enjoyed my visit very much….
The cabin
Sunrise over the pond
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Little Stay

Lydia's is perfectly located close to nearby attractions, yet makes you feel like you're far away from the crowds!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway spot

Great stay. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and quiet

Wonderful place to stay and just relax.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House on the pond ‘

We loved the stay so peaceful . Enjoyed the whole 4 days ! Such a beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Stay

The cottage was so cute and Lydia is very hospitable. We have already scheduled for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A quick anniversary getaway

We had a wonderful relaxing stay. We fished right off the porch, watched the ducks, turtles, dragonflies and fireflies while the bullfrogs serenaded us. So peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin getaway

In the middle of everything and with the added extra of fishing in the mornings it was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lydia’s Cottage

Nice cottage, quiet and convenient access to Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage on the lake Tennessee

It was just as pictured, very nice very relaxing as we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Great guests. Very respectable to property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The cottage

We loved the place and will be back again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Studio Cabin -- definitely tranquil!

Beautiful place! The owner Lydia is very nice!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank You. We hope you come back and recommend us to your friends.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility at its best!

We enjoyed our stay immensely. This was the perfect little cottage. It was clean, cozy, and quiet. We only wish we could've stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Clean, beautifully decorated! Peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love our little cottage

Loved our little cottage stay ❤️, it was so nice and quiet,my husband and i give 5 stars for everything, because it was literally everything we expected ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing host

Lydia went above and beyond for my wife’s allergies,nice location,would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

This was an amazing property, and the host was wonderful with communication. Despite their recent flooding the property was quite peaceful and full of beauty. Its remote location made for a relaxing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice

The place was AMAZING. Very secluded!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lydia

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It's East Tennessee's best kept secret. As a writer, I find this place to be a perfect setting for photographers and writers. Great place to spend your honeymoon or relax all day on the deck. Simply breathtaking in Spring and Fall. I never want to leave, but I have to make it available to you. We speak Spanish and Polish.

Why they chose this property

Cottage on the Pond is a delightful elegant rustic cottage. One of a kind property for nature lovers and those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Perfect place to write a book or take a sabatical. Honeymooners love it for privacy. Seniors never want to go home. Singles come back because of the convenient location to town. People of Faith enjoy the serenity. And there's never any traffic. Always decorated for the season.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is part of Lydia's Land which is now recognized as a Habitat for Animals by the Wildlife Federation. The property has 5 acres with a pond and creek. Enjoy the wildlife passing by daily. Birds, ducks, geese, deer, raccoons, rabbits, hedgehogs, possums, horses and donkey. Once in awhile youll see a bear strolling by. You'll just have to come out and see for yourselves. Great back roads and quick access to the city. Decorated for the holidays.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Polish
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