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BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Gatlinburg, TN
  • Popular LocationOber Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park15 min walk
  • Popular LocationGatlinburg Convention Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters9 min drive
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)74 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 12
2500 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 king bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities

A TRUE LOG CABIN in Chalet Village. Immaculately clean and completely renovated. Staying at Bear Sanctuary provides a truly unique, historic Smoky Mountain Gatlinburg experience. The Cabin Features - 4 King Bedrooms, 4 FULL Bathrooms with 2 Custom Walk In Showers, Sleeps up to 12, 7 person Hot Tub, 3 decks, All Walnut Hardwood Floors, Real Knotty Pine Tongue and Groove Walls & Ceilings, Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, 7 Flat Screen TV's, Queen Sleeper Sofa, Queen Futon, Pool Table, Poker Table & Chairs, Granite Counters, Marble Vanities, Custom Cabinets, Fireplace, Lighted & Flat Parking for 6 Cars, Big Smoker Grill. Wildlife frequently visit in Bear Sanctuary's back yard. Bear Sanctuary is 15 minutes to Dollywood and less than 5 minutes to and from downtown Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountain National Park. Depending on the time of year, you may see wild turkey, deer, fox, a variety of birds, squirrels, rabbits, bobcat, coyote, and even beautiful mama black bears and their bear cubs strolling or napping next to the little creek in the wooded back yard. A truly Smoky Mountain experience for you to enjoy.

NOTE: If this property is booked for your dates, check out our other listing in Sevierville, VRBO 2771608. It is just minutes from the Parkway / Pigeon Forge!

Property manager

Stephan Schnaiter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Gym on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Optional ski privileges on site
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet must be approved by owner

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack-n-play crib available on premises

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

This cabin is located in Chalet Village, a neighborhood in Gatlinburg, and is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg Space Needle and Anakeesta. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 15 min walk
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • SkyPark - 7 min drive
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - 7 min drive
  • Ole Smoky Distillery - 7 min drive
  • Mellow Mushroom - 6 min drive
  • Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - 7 min drive
  • Smoky Mountain Brewery - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEAR SANCTUARY Log Cabin captures perfect mountain ambiance w/updated amenities located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg Convention Center is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we expected and more
The property was exactly as advertised! It was the perfect amount of space for our family: four adults, teen/tween daughters and a small dog. The mattresses were the most comfortable thing ever! Everything was very clean and I felt very safe letting our dog roam and sniff (inside) while we were home without worrying she’d find something dangerous. There was even plenty of good places for her crate to fit out of the way. They obviously do a thorough job cleaning because even though it’s pet friendly it never seemed like our pup found any “suspicious” spots to sniff at or anything. If you bring a pup along there is not much of a “yard” for them to use for going potty but we made it work without any problems! There is an incredible view just a short walk down the road and the house itself is very peaceful and quiet. The kitchen had most of the utensils and things you’d need and some salt and pepper but you’ll want to bring along any extra spices you’d want for cooking and thingsv like ziplock baggies. The hot tub was so relaxing after a long hike and the family loved playing pool with each other. We loved having Roku tv and were able to watch anything we wanted in the evenings. I can’t say enough great things about this place … we hope to get to come back some day!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin in the mountains!
This home was such a treat. Really, the perfect getaway with my family. How often do you get a rental with 4 king sized bedrooms? It was plenty of space and the hot tub on the back deck overlooking the woods was a bonus! Host was really great with communication and the check in and check out process was easy. We liked how it felt like a true log cabin but with modern touches (nice tvs and keyless entry, etc). Thanks so much for the visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin / great host
Beautiful cabin, very comfortable, and easy access to Gatlinburg. Host was very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very accommodating
All was exceptional just a couple hiccups.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
We brought our elderly parents for their 50th wedding anniversary. The cabin was perfect with flat parking and a master on the main. It was also very close to the Gatlinburg strip. The roads are very curvy and mountainous getting there, but the cabin was perfect for us! The owners were very responsive when we had an issue with the oven, but it was definitely not a dealbreaker. Lovely stay and great accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kanak C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay during Holidays
The overall process of booking the property, check in, and check out was smooth. The property is very close to Gatlinburg downtown. The owner was very approachable and was connected with us throughout the process to ensure we are prepared and have timely information.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway.
Very nice cabin, with plenty of room to congregate or have your own space. Nice up to date appliances, and the hot tub and pool table were great. Easy access from the road, and a short drive to downtown Gatlinburg. Super easy check in and check out, and great communication with the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The cabin was a great place to stay! The accommodations were family friendly!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M., Daphne,AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving
We had the best time! The cabin is incredible l would love to go back someday. I was really impressed by the workmanship and design of the cabin. All top notch finishes. We did have some bear sightings which made it fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina G., Mount Airy, NC US

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We loved the cabin. Had plenty of room for everyone. Played pool, watched the bears, they even came right across the front porch!! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook meals for the whole family each night. The huge walk In shower in the master bedroom with the chair in it was great for my 80 year old parents and everyone loved the mattresses. Couldn’t have ask for better owners to rent from either. Any questions we might have had they were very quick to respond. Am overall great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023