Bear Paw Lodge

Our stay was absolutely magical from start to finish. The property was stunning, peaceful, beautifully decorated, and surrounded by nature. Everything was spotless and thoughtfully arranged, making it feel like a true home away from home. But what made this trip unforgettable was that I got engaged here! The serene setting and cozy atmosphere made it the perfect place for such a special moment. We’ll always cherish the memories we made during our stay. Our host was incredibly kind and helpful, making everything seamless and welcoming. From the lovely touches in the home to the gorgeous views, this place exceeded all our expectations. We can’t wait to return!

Anonymous - Posted: 11/2/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 10/25/2025 to 11/1/2025

Hey Mia, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your stay at Bear Paw Lodge was magical and memorable. Congratulations on your engagement! We strive to create a serene and cozy environment for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 11/10/2025

Was a great place to stay, Carolina Mornings made it easy and answered quickly when I needed something. I plan to stay again with them in the future

Anonymous - Posted: 10/6/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 9/26/2025 to 10/5/2025

Thank you for staying at Bear Paw Lodge, Noah!

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 10/7/2025

this was a great place for our honeymoon moon and we will be going back thank you guys so much!!!

Anonymous - Posted: 7/29/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 7/19/2025 to 7/25/2025

Thank you for staying at Bear Paw Lodge and sharing how you enjoyed your honeymoon, Matthew!

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 8/5/2025

Pictures do NOT do it justice!! I will say you absolutely need 4WD to get up to the cabin because the hills were STEEP. Worth it tho. Also, because of the hurricane, there are “one lane” areas. They have stop lights though to let cars pass through safely. It was very private and secluded and the views were absolutely breathtaking. Some days we would go out to the hot tub and the weather would be foggy and cool and it would feel like a SPA. The cleanliness always amazing and the host responded at an appropriate timely manner. Only thing is everything is about 35-45 minutes away so be sure to really pack what you need and get groceries! We also used the grill and the whole vibes were magical. Got our moneys worth for sure and will be returning!! Ps we didn’t see any bears lol.

Anonymous - Posted: 5/17/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 5/10/2025 to 5/16/2025

Hey Ashley, Thank you for your detailed review of Bear Paw Lodge. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the stunning views, private atmosphere, and overall experience during your stay. Your feedback about the steep hills and one-lane areas is appreciated, as it helps us provide accurate information to future guests. We're glad to know that the cleanliness and host responsiveness met your expectations. Your comments about the remoteness of the location and the need to plan accordingly are also valuable. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and hope you have the opportunity to spot some of the local wildlife next time. Thank you again for your review.

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 5/19/2025

Great view, don’t complain about the drive when you get the view of a lifetime!

Michael R - Posted: 4/15/2025 - Stayed from: 3/12/2025 to 3/20/2025

great view, don’t complain about the drive when you get the view of a lifetime!

Anonymous - Posted: 3/20/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 3/12/2025 to 3/20/2025

Thank you for staying at Bear Paw Lodge, Michael!

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 3/24/2025

This was a nice place to go and relax with the family. Very quiet and peaceful!

Dawn C - Posted: 8/26/2024 - Stayed from: 8/8/2024 to 8/11/2024

Beautiful, peaceful, and comfortable. Gave our family a great space to connect, enjoy grandbabies, and hike.

Anonymous U from Summerville,SC - Posted: 3/24/2024 - Stayed from: 3/21/2024 to 3/24/2024

Beautiful cabin in the mountains! Spectacular views and close to Chimney Rock and Asheville. We enjoyed our visit!

Matthew D - Posted: 3/21/2024 - Stayed from: 2/16/2024 to 2/21/2024

Carolina Mornings was great at leaving diligent notes and communicating promptly leading up to the check-in date! We had all the info we needed right in the guest portal so did not need to directly reach out. Such a cute cabin that feels very cozy and homey! Would stay again!

Elena P - Posted: 1/30/2024 - Stayed from: 1/23/2024 to 1/27/2024

We had the absolute best weekend here! This was a perfect spot. I thought we were here to celebrate my best friend's birthday but ended in a surprise proposal at the top of Eagle Rock! Such beautiful views. This cabin and city will always hold a special memory for us - thank you for sharing your home!

Lauren K - Posted: 12/1/2023 - Stayed from: 11/22/2023 to 11/26/2023

The view was beautiful. The house was very nice with great amenities.

Jimmy Z - Posted: 11/2/2023 - Stayed from: 7/5/2023 to 7/9/2023

We had a great weekend celebrating a birthday and a girls' trip! Loved the house and the beautiful scenery. Thank you so much!

Neil S - Posted: 10/2/2023 - Stayed from: 9/15/2023 to 9/17/2023

Cozy and secluded. It was perfect for our trip to Chimney Rock. Made it up the road to the house in a 2020 Mustang with ease, even in the rain. Definitely will be back!

Shaun R - Posted: 7/23/2023 - Stayed from: 7/13/2023 to 7/17/2023

Perfectly described and peaceful. Will possibly book again!

Skip D - Posted: 6/7/2023 - Stayed from: 5/25/2023 to 5/27/2023

My husband and I had a lovely time. Thank you for your hospitality.

Christian F - Posted: 6/2/2023 - Stayed from: 5/21/2023 to 5/25/2023

We had a lovely stay. We saw a bear on our first night by the hot tub! This place is amazing and clean we will be back.

Makenzie M - Posted: 6/1/2023 - Stayed from: 5/5/2023 to 5/11/2023

Bear Paw Lodge was the perfect getaway for our friend group over New Year’s weekend! The lodge has spectacular views and is located in an extremely quiet/private overlook on the mountain (but definitely take note of the driving instructions provided by the host). The lodge was spacious for three couples and had a fully equipped kitchen for meals. We thoroughly enjoyed cozy nights by the fireplace and the hot tub. The location is about 20 miles but 40 min drive to downtown Asheville. We really enjoyed visiting Chimney Rock (a cute little town nearby). Highly recommend this lodge for a quaint group getaway tucked away in the mountains!

Caroline B - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 12/30/2023 to 1/2/2023

Thank you for making our weekend getaway so amazing. Bear Paw Lodge exceeded all our expectations and was the perfect location to make new memories in a beautiful mountainside setting. We couldn’t have asked for a better scene for leaf peeping and welcoming in the majesty of autumn.

Joe M - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 10/28/2022 to 10/30/2022

Such a beautiful home! The views are amazing. I enjoyed the drive to the cabin, it was very mountain-like. The hot tub was a great feature too. Easy drive to Asheville and surrounding attractions.

Adam T - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 6/16/2022 to 6/20/2022

The log cabin is great, spacious, exactly as advertised. We had no view the first day due to bad weather but inside it was cozy and warm, and Chimney Rock village and Ashville were nice to visit. The bbq and jacuzzi were also very nice. Watching the sun rise in the hot tub in the morning, fantastic. Bring your own wood and make a fire before leaving and roast marshmallows. Top. A beautiful luxurious location.

Beate N - Posted: 3/7/2023 - Stayed from: 3/2/2023 to 3/4/2023

Very spacious property. Excellent outdoor lighting to help get in at night. Very cozy living room and porch!

Haley S from Sevierville, TN - Posted: 12/22/2022 - Stayed from: 12/8/2022 to 12/11/2022

When the climb up the mountainside yielded to the gentle downward slope of the driveway of the Bear Paw Lodge, we were thrilled to discover a large yet cozy getaway that somehow fits comfortably between the stunning views of the rocky peaks that line the Broad River valley and the intimacy that its furnishings and amenities provide inside. Towering as high as tree tops and weathering passing summer thunderstorms peaceably, it was the perfect weekend get away for this suburban couple. Despite having two full baths, two large bedrooms, and another bed in the loft ---which doubles as a delightful game room--- the Bear Paw Lodge fit us just right, almost as if our visit had been prepared by Goldilocks and the Three Bears themselves.

Doug B - Posted: 9/22/2022 - Stayed from: 7/29/2022 to 8/1/2022

When the climb up the mountainside yielded to the gentle downward slope of the driveway of the Bear Paw Lodge, we were thrilled to discover a large yet cozy getaway that somehow fits comfortably between the stunning views of the rocky peaks that line the Broad River valley and the intimacy that its furnishings and amenities provide inside. Towering as high as tree tops and weathering passing summer thunderstorms peaceably, it was the perfect weekend get away for this suburban couple. Despite having two full baths, two large bedrooms, and another bed in the loft ---which doubles as a delightful game room--- the Bear Paw Lodge fit us just right, almost as if our visit had been prepared by Goldilocks and the Three Bears themselves.

Doug S from Tampa, FL - Posted: 8/16/2022 - Stayed from: 8/4/2022 to 8/7/2022

This place is amazing!

Brook D - Posted: 6/9/2022 - Stayed from: 2/11/2022 to 2/14/2022

Superb!! If you brave the gravel road up the view will blow you away. Cabin had clear view of chimney rock and many other mountain ranges, can not say enough how amazing the view is. This cabin is loved by the owners, they put extra care into making sure your stay is comfortable and fun. Very well stocked, we only needed food…literally just food. Tons of games, books and other extras. We all slept great in the super comfortable beds, definitely would stay here again.

Daniel F - Posted: 6/9/2022 - Stayed from: 3/14/2022 to 3/18/2022

You have to have as AWD or 4WD vehicle to get there but once your there the view is amazing.

Bonnie P - Posted: 6/9/2022 - Stayed from: 4/8/2022 to 4/10/2022

Great views and private .. worth the drive! Thank you for a great getaway for our family.

Brad H - Posted: 6/9/2022 - Stayed from: 4/10/2022 to 4/14/2022

Absolutely beautiful

Kelly B from Greenville, NC - Posted: 11/15/2021

Excellent

Aanal P from Gainesville, Ga - Posted: 7/15/2021

"We loved the quiet and peaceful setting. We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and this property - we would recommend. 5-star cleanliness, furnishings and bedding - kitchen was well stocked."

Amanda H from Mt. Pleasant, SC - Posted: 9/29/2020

"This property exceeded our expectations! Cabin layout and decor was awesome. Breathtaking views. Highly recommend. We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and this property. 5-star cleanliness, furnishings and bedding - kitchen was well stocked."

Jeffrey T from Carmel, IN - Posted: 8/31/2020

"Beautiful property - it was perfect. We had a great experience with Carolina Mornings and this property - we would recommend. 5-star cleanliness, furnishings and bedding - kitchen was well stocked."

Warren W from Ellicott City, MD - Posted: 8/10/2020

"We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and Bear Paw Lodge, and would definitely recommend both to a friend or colleague. The kitchen was well stocked and the view was great!"

Erin C from Bluffton, SC - Posted: 6/29/2020

Everything you need. Very remote and quiet. Nice place to relax and disconnect with family.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/3/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 8/28/2025 to 9/1/2025

Thank you for staying at Bear Paw Lodge and mentioning how remote and quiet the property is, Laurie!

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 9/10/2025

it was okay I left my watch there and was made to pay 25 dollars and still never received my watch yet

Anonymous - Posted: 8/7/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 7/25/2025 to 8/1/2025

Thank you for staying at Bear Paw Lodge, Jared!

Carolina Mornings staff

Posted: 8/8/2025

The location of the property is excellent with beautiful views.

Nicole M from Raleigh, NC - Posted: 11/15/2021

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Bear Paw Lodge! It was beautiful and very clean. We hope to return again with Carolina Mornings later this fall.

The N from Winter Garden, FL - Posted: 10/19/2020

Overall the log cabin is spacious and lovely. Bear Paw cabin had a great view and the hot tub at night was great. We loved the view - you are definitely above and the log cabin is spacious. We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and this property - we would recommend. Kitchen was well stocked.

Evelyn H from Coral Gables, FL - Posted: 9/8/2020

"We had a great time at the Bear Paw Lodge. Beautiful home at a fantastic spot. It was in a very nice centric quiet location for all the outdoor activities we did with the kids. Sparkling clean, Outstanding hospitality, Thoughtful touches, Quick responses, Amazing amenities, Stylish space, Local tips. "

Frithjof K from Miami, FL - Posted: 9/7/2020

"We especially appreciated how fully stocked and clean the property was, and the view was absolutely amazing!! We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and this property - we would recommend. 5-star furnishings and bedding."

Brittney A from Port Orange, FL - Posted: 8/3/2020

"Beautiful log cabin, very comfortable place, very peaceful environment, slightly difficult to get to high up on the mountain, very steep and narrow gravel road, I was glad I never encountered another car on my way up. We loved the view. We had a very positive experience with Carolina Mornings and this property - we would recommend. 5-star furnishings and bedding - kitchen was well stocked. We were also very satisfied with the resolution of maintenance questions/issues."

Rob V from Hernando, FL - Posted: 7/26/2020