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Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates

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A log cabin with a stone foundation, a front porch, and a large window overlooking a lush green landscape.
A deck with a hot tub, steps, and a fence.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are decorative items on the walls and a wooden ceiling.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Balsam Spa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Folkmoot Friendship Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates

Summary:

Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Veranda & Pool Table



The Space:

Get ready to experience North Carolina like never before at this exquisite estate surrounded by lush foliage and rolling hills. As soon as you arrive, you will drive into the gated, manicured entrance see the eagle on top for which the home is named. As you make your way under the timber-framed porte-cochere and pass the koi water feature at the doorway, you will already be slipping into a fairytale. The front door opens to a large living room featuring plush furnishings, eclectic decor, a bar perfect for entertaining, a gas fireplace to cozy up beside, and access to the patio which looks out to breathtaking mountain views.



There will be no need to fret about mealtimes, as two kitchens and dining tables await to make preparing and enjoying meals together a breeze. The main kitchen on the upper level boasts a large pantry, double ovens, two dishwashers, and a gas cooktop. This level also features two bedrooms including the first primary suite with a gas fireplace, a flatscreen TV, a luxurious jacuzzi tub, and a covered veranda with mountain views! The lower level will be the hub for entertaining those who want to indulge in a bit of friendly competition, as the den features a gas log fireplace, a pool table, and an open layout that leads seamlessly to the home office area, dining area, and second full kitchen. The unique wall of glass at the front of the home will allow plenty of natural light to flood into this lower level, especially if you are taking advantage of the desk and high-speed WiFI for some remote work.



This level is home to three more bedrooms when it is time to get a bit of shuteye. If you really want some peace and quiet, an updated studio suite is is accessible by a garage staircase off the game room. The studio offers a fantastic full bathroom, plush bedding, a small dining area, a Keurig for that morning cup of coffee, and a private balcony overlooking the property. Best of all, the outdoor spaces available to you will complete this unforgettable escape. The covered veranda is furnished with comfortable seating and a propane fire pit, so summer evenings will be best spent outside soaking up the fresh air.



Walk to the detached deck and you can soak in bliss with loved ones in the private hot tub. Things to Know High-speed WiFi Dog-friendly (one max under 40 lbs) Laundry facilities on both levels * Please note that a friend of the owner visits the home once a week to take care of the Koi. This home is a combination of The Rock House at Big Bear Estates and The Guest House at Big Bear Estates, which can be rented separately.

This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5303670vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cataloochee Ski Area and Balsam Spa. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Waynesville Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Balsam Spa - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Folkmoot Friendship Center - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Barber Orchard Fruitstand - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Balsam Spa and Folkmoot Friendship Center. Hazelwood Soap Company and Shelton House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful place in the mountains. My family loved staying for the week! So much to do and a huge home with many extras provided, such as lots of towels and shampoo/conditioner in every bathroom!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miguel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lot of fun. Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genell P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Family trip for my mom’s birthday, which she really enjoyed.This place was just as beautiful as the pictures. It was cold outside so we stayed in, the downstairs are is where we hung out! There were 12 of us and the house was big enough to accommodate our group.We couldn’t get the TVs to work down stairs. I was unable to reach the host. The only other problem was the trash. I totally understand you can’t leave it out, we had big trash bags and dumped it heading back home.The overall trip was worth the money, and we would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay, and we appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. Our local team strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We apologize if our standards were not met during your time with us. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Teddy P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Comments were made on the Vacasa web site.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Thank you for sharing your comments on the Vacasa website. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback. We take guest feedback seriously so that we can take the appropriate steps toward a resolution. We will continue to work with both our local team and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you will give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne P.

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

Family getaway

Great home for a larger family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Nice place

We had a great visit
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique place. A small high-end, old money estate feel. Very cool. Artwork everywhere. Pause and look at each piece!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

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

Great place to relax

Took a weekend ski trip with friends and it was the perfect place to relax and recuperate after our time on the slopes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Large, well furnished, lots of extra amenities and very comfortable.

The property and the views are outstanding! The outside spaces along with the lovely home make for a relaxing, inviting atmosphere. We will definitely go there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your kind review of this property; your thoughts are very important to us. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will come again soon. Sincerely, Ann
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Spacious mountaintop home w unique decor

Our family stayed here over the Christmas holiday and we enjoyed the views, pool table and ability to spread out
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Retreat

This was an excellent property and we loved the views!! Spacious and the porch was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Teddy P.

Eagles Nest lacking in some ways.

In the above comments.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Mountain retreat with all the touches.

Great views, magnificent home, lots of ammenities. Would like to go back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your kind review of this property; your thoughts are very important to us. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will come again soon. Sincerely, Ann
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Tennis Friends Getaway

Spent 4 nights at Big Bear Estate! Beautiful home. Easy access. Great location! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Girls family weekend

Loved the porch and outdoor fireplace also the large dining area was perfect for us. Oh if you could have heard the conversation of 8 women 😂Wonderful trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Wedding Spectacular

Great house for gathering and entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Great house for a large family!

The house was great for a family of our size. Lots to do in the area and had an awesome view from the back porch! Thanks again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

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

Perfect Home!

We had an amazing time. The house was exactly what we expected! Will definitely go back :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

If I could give this stay a 10 I would

Our family did our annual Christmas trip at this house this year. We absolutely loved it. Lots of room for our family to spread out but we were also able to spend time together too! Would definitely come back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Excellent experience!!

My wife and I stayed at this home for our honeymoon. The home is simply gorgeous (and HUGE!). It sits nicely in the mountains. I highly recommend this place.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for your glowing response. I wish I had known it was your honeymoon-CONGRATULATIONS!!! Come again soon-perhaps for your anniversary:) Sincerely, Ann
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Fun Bunch

Perfectly wonderful property. Accommodated 10 people comfortably with no issues. The grounds are spectacular and the back porch with its view of the mountains is out of this world. Would recommend this property highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

Spacious accomodating home

This vacation home ranks as one of the best we've ever stayed at. Plenty of room for our large active family. We loved the tennis court and hot tub and the incredible views were definitely a highlight. The house manager was very attentive and quick to see to our every need. We would stay at this home again in a heartbeat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wade D.

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

GSGA trip

Five adult couples. House was in good shape and as described. Slept 10 adults with no problem. A beautiful property and a good value for the accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

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

Fabulous!!!

Beautiful home with various colors, themes, furniture and artwork. Everything is as described. Lots of living space. We had a great time and plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Great stay

This was a beautiful property on top of a big hill overlooking the mountains. Plenty of space in a funky house. Could have used a makeover but overall a wonderful home to share and it held the bunch of us with ease. Hot-tub and tennis courts were a bonus! Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

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