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Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community

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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden staircase.
A spacious kitchen with a stone accent wall, large windows, and a built-in stove.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a large brown leather sofa, and a coffee table with books and a decorative plate.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a map on the wall.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and a large TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the mountains, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and rafting in the area. The property includes a patio and offers access to skiing and nearby golf. It is pet-friendly and located near attractions such as LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Balsam Spa.

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views
    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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MAGGIE VALLEY, NC
  • Place, Wheels Through Time Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community

Bear Hug Inn has spectacular mountain views at 3,900 ft. Enjoy this retreat with its three bedrooms+ loft, 3 ½ baths log cabin space. The loft/office area includes sleeper futon and a desk area with printer for you to enjoy the views while working, along with a reading library. There are two fireplaces, five flatscreen TVs, high speed internet, central heat and air. Bear Hug Inn has a two-car garage, outdoor gas grill with large entertainment area, including covered deck with porch swing to enjoy the excellent views. Also furnished is a washer/dryer in the laundry room. We have equipped our well stocked gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, professional gas cooktop, dishwasher and coffeemakers. There are two master suites on separate floors with additional third bedroom.

NO MOTORCYCLES OF ANY KIND, TRAILERS, & LARGE RVS ARE ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY.

1st Floor: Spacious great room with updated furniture to enjoy the panoramic views, open kitchen with granite countertop bar seating. 55” flat screen TV, screened-in porch off kitchen for seasonal dining, laundry room with washer/dryer, half bath and living room with wood burning stone fireplace that opens to covered desk with outdoor seating to enjoy the breathtaking views.

2nd Floor (Upstairs): Master suite with king bed, flat screen TV. Full bath with shower, loft with desk and reading area, full size futon and seating area looking out to open views.

3rd Floor (Downstairs): Master suite king bed with full bathtub/shower combo. Living room includes gas fireplace and 65” smart TV. Second bedroom sleeps six (two sets of bunk beds replaced with new mattresses), full size bed (bottom bunk) twin size bed (top), flat screen TV. Second full bath with tub/shower combo. Family room has private access to lower desk and outside porch swing overlooking stunning mountain views.

Long term rentals available upon request.

Jan – May nightly: $280.00 - $1,680.00
June – October nightly: $350.00 - $2,200.00
November – December (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) $280.00 - $1,680.00
Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Weekly: $2,400.00

3 nights minimum stay
7 nights minimum stay for holidays of Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years.

Dogs only are considered with $125 Pet Fee.

11% tax will be applied to rent
The Damage Protection of $50 is a required item that will be added to the reservation.
Optional 6.5% Trip Insurance will be applied to rent Deposit Required for Reservations
$50 Damage Protection Plan.
$65 Reservation Fee (plus tax)
$275 Cleaning Fee

Firewood Notice: Not all wood-burning fireplaces will provide firewood at the property. We can have firewood delivered to the property per request, we offer 1/4 cord for $100 or 1/2 cord for $180. Please order ahead before your arrival.

The Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest subdivision does not permit motorcycles or trailers on the mountain.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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 # 568691vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Maggie Valley

Located in Maggie Valley, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and Wheels Through Time Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Waynesville Recreation Center. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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MAGGIE VALLEY, NC

What's nearby

  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Stompin' Ground - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 11 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Catrina’s Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hazelwood Soap Company, Folkmoot Friendship Center and Balsam Spa. Shelton House and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tom Johnson

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