Cabin - Rating (4)

The Bear Lodge


Bedroom 3 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 baths
Guests 6 guests
Dogs Allowed Dogs Allowed
Hot Tub Hot Tub

  • Location: Maggie Valley / Waynesville Area
  • Type: Cabin

Description Description
Ascend to new heights at The Bear Lodge in Maggie Valley, NC! Located in a gated mountain community at an elevation of 5,300', this majestic lodge will "wow" you with year-round, long-range views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park that you can enjoy from the covered hot tub on the deck. Treat yourself to this cabin retreat which is centered around the light-filled main living area, where picture windows allow you to gaze out at the stars in any season. The centerpiece stone fireplace is perfect for gatherings, and wood-covered walls and ceilings and custom cherry-wood kitchen cabinets add to the dreamy log-cabin vibe. If food and dining are central to your family's activities, The Bear Lodge gives you the opportunity to really put on a show with a fully-equipped kitchen and a family dining table. Your group will love the spaciousness of this home when it's time to retire. Your guests staying in the upper-level loft suite will enjoy the claw-foot soaking tub. A bedroom on the main floor gives easy access to guests, and the walk-out lower level includes a bunk bed and several bonus sleeping spaces. Western North Carolina nature offers something special to guests at The Bear Lodge, including unbelievable autumn colors, snow-white winter evenings by the fireplace, and wildlife sightings of wild turkeys, deer, elk, and black bears. Experience mile-high living at The Bear Lodge while soaking in the bubbly hot tub and enjoying the breathtaking Smoky Mountain sunsets!

Amenities
• 3-Story Home
• 3 Bedrooms: 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Beds
• 3 Full Baths
• Pet Friendly
• Gated Community
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Smart TV’s
• Gas Fireplace
• Hot Tub
• Outdoor Seating
• Gas Grill
• Onsite High Elevation Hiking
• Wooded Surroundings
• Mountain Views
• Square ft: 2,244

Bed/Bath Arrangements
• Main Level: Bedroom One - King Bed; Shared Full Bath
• Upper-Level Loft: Bedroom Two - King Bed, Attached Full Bath
• Lower Level: Bedroom Three - Queen Bed and Twin Bunk Beds; Shared Full Bath

Location Details
There are a ton of things to do when you stay at The Bear Lodge in Maggie Valley, NC - if you care to leave at all! The cabin is a 13-minute drive from Maggie Valley, NC, a busy mountain town that's home to a range of dining and shopping options, as well as the popular Wheels Through Time Museum. Cherokee, NC is 37 minutes away, where you can spend a day exploring Native American culture and catch a show at Harrah's Casino Resort. Get outdoors and take a journey on the Blue Ridge Parkway to discover hiking trails and spectacular waterfalls, walk the shoreline trail at Lake Junaluska (29 min.), or, in the winter, go skiing and snowboarding at Cataloochee Ski Area (24 min). The ride to Asheville is smooth sailing with all-paved access to I-26. The closest groceries are a 30-minute drive away in Waynesville, NC, or a 14-minute drive to the market in Maggie Valley. This Asheville vacation rental is located in Maggie Valley and is approximately 55 minutes from downtown Asheville; at 5,292ft above sea level.

Important Property Notes
• 4WD or AWD Required
Our property requires a 4WD or AWD vehicle year-round due to the steep driveway.
Please ensure your vehicle is properly equipped before accessing the property, as vehicles without this feature shall incur charges for towing and/or driveway repairs. Sufficient clearance is also needed (SUV, Truck, or raised sedan).
• Seasonal Gas Fireplaces are not operational between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• Travel Insurance Highly Recommended. During the winter months, we highly recommend you consider CSA Travel Insurance to protect your vacation investment from potential winter weather events that could prevent access to the home. No refunds shall be provided if you cannot access the home due to winter weather.

Property Cancellation Policy
Please note that this property’s Non-Refundable Period is 30 days prior to arrival. If your reservation is made within this period, it will be non-refundable from the time of booking. Cancellations are permitted outside of this period, per our vacation rental agreement. We encourage you to consider travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against the unknown!

Mountain Discovery Pass
Each reservation staying 29 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)

Amenities 97 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Access to Streaming Channels Homes that have this amenity allow guests to access private streaming accounts and may have their own accounts for guest use.
  • Bluetooth Speaker
  • Books
  • Hot Tub
  • Pack & Play Travel Crib
  • Smart TV
  • Television
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Body Soap
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Clothing Storage
  • Conditioner
  • Dryer
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Fireplace
  • Free wifi
  • Garage
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Shampoo
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wine Glasses
Family
  • Bathtub
Home Safety & Internet
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Contactless check-in and checkout is available
  • Deadbolt
  • Enhanced cleaning practices are used
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • High-Speed Internet (100+ Mbps)
  • High-Speed Internet (50+ Mbps)
  • Lock on Bedroom Door
  • Smoke Detector
Kitchen
  • Baking Sheet
  • BBQ Utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Ice Maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Tea Kettle
  • Toaster
Location
  • 4000+ Ft. Elevation
  • Garden View
  • Health Beauty Spa Nearby
  • Mountain View
  • Rural
  • Wooded Views
  • Year-Round Mountain Views
Outdoor
  • BBQ Area
  • Covered Porch or Deck
  • Deck Patio Uncovered
  • Garden or Backyard
  • Grill
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Lighting
  • Patio or Balcony
Parking & Accessibility
  • 4WD Required
  • Car Required
  • Free Parking
  • Private Entrance
Sports in the Area
  • Basketball Court
  • Boating
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Freshwater
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountain Climbing
  • Mountaineering
  • Rafting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Skiing
  • Sledding
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Spelunking
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Whitewater Rafting

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Reviews Rating (4) Reviews
Beautiful clean home, and incredible view! Maggie Valley has alot to do especially for kids and families. We preferred the next town over to walk around for shops and restaurants, & to grocery shop at Publix in Waynesville (about 30 minutes away). We went on some local hikes and visited Cherokee which is also pretty close by. I would highly recommend this house - unless you plan on coming and going frequently (because the house is a few miles up the mountain). Overall great vacation! thank you! xo
Anonymous - Posted: 4/17/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 4/13/2025 to 4/17/2025
Hey Tara, Thank you for the wonderful review of The Bear Lodge! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful home, incredible view, and proximity to local attractions. Your feedback about the distance from the mountain being a consideration for frequent coming and going is appreciated. We're glad you had a great vacation and appreciate your recommendation. Thank you for choosing The Bear Lodge, and we hope you'll visit us again.
Carolina Mornings staff
Posted: 4/22/2025
The cabin was in a beautiful location, and driving up the mountain was a bonus adventure.
Anonymous - Posted: 4/17/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 4/4/2025 to 4/7/2025
Thank you for staying at The Bear Lodge, Jason!
Carolina Mornings staff
Posted: 4/22/2025
It was was beautiful. Magnificent views.
Anonymous - Posted: 3/18/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 3/9/2025 to 3/14/2025
Thank you for staying at The Bear Lodge and mentioning how beautiful and magnificent the views are, Sharon!
Carolina Mornings staff
Posted: 3/18/2025
The stay was not as we expected when we first checked in and went to our beds there was dog hair everywhere. Not satisfied at all and there was a dead insect in the basement on the dresser and I contacted the host and told them about it and the host simply said to “wipe it away” and that it’s “normal”, also the hot tub was not working I was informed that it would be fixed the next day after we checked in and it was not fixed the next day and especially when that was one of the features I paid for and was excited to use. The stay was not good really disappointed.
Anonymous - Posted: 4/15/2025 (Airbnb) - Stayed from: 4/7/2025 to 4/11/2025
Hello Hizabr, Thank you for your review, and we apologize for the cleanliness and maintenance concerns encountered during your stay. We will review this feedback with our operations team and work to improve future guest experiences. We hope you otherwise had a great stay in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and thank you again for your review.
Carolina Mornings staff
Posted: 4/17/2025
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