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Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve

Cottage in Tuckasegee with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Wake up to the soothing sounds of a mountain stream behind Bear Lake Cottage and cozy up by one of its two fireplaces. This charming cottage offers a spacious screened-in porch, full kitchen, washer dryer, and comfortable living room with a large dining room table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve

Spacious Screened in porch with outside fire place and steps away from a babbling mountain stream. Wake up to the sounds of stream behind the cottage and a fire in both the indoor and outdoor fireplaces. Master bedroom is spacious with a large bathroom. Full kitchen, washer dryer, comfortable living room with a large dining room table. Guest bedrooms are large and inviting with mountain and "bear" themes! The cottage is located in Bear Lake Reserve a safe, gated community with full amenities including a massive clubhouse with workout room, full restaurant, bar area, gorgeous pool with waterfalls, slides and hot tubs. Extensive water activities and beach on a beautiful lake with scheduled activities. 9 hole Jack Nicholas designed golf course on top of a mountain. How cool is that?! Pickle Ball and Tennis Courts along with miles of trails. Close proximity to Cashiers (awesome shopping and food!) Sylva and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Tuckasegee, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Western Carolina University - 19 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Lake Glenville - 26 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 57 min drive - 36.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 58 min drive - 39.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Eatery & Canteen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Chi House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Glenda's Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happ's Place - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve located?

Located in Bear Lake Reserve, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club and Bear Creek Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Happy Place Cottage Nestled in the Mountains of NC at Bear Lake Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at Bear lake Reserve.Second year renters, many memories made. Thanks for the great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

Home was very well appointed, clean and perfectly located. And the property manager followed up to make sure everything was just perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace A. D.

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

Great rental house

Lovely and perfect, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa N.

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

Annual Mountain Trip

We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey W.

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

Enjoyed the stay

Had a great time with the family for a few days. Little bit of a ride to the pool, but overall would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

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

Peaceful cabin

Great, clean and peaceful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert t.

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

Getaway

Great cabin, beautiful location and excellent communication. Will definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Awesome

Everything was as advertized will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Great location within a beautiful property.

Cabin had ample room for our family of five. The house is just inside the welcome gate which was a major convenience for us. Beautiful property, the view driving around are incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Family tradition

Bear lake has become our go to family vacation. Once in bear lake no need to leave!!! Amazing pool, club house, lake, and staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

T C L.

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

Excellent

Stayed there 5-6 times over the years
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Place

Vacations always go fast and even faster when you lose your sense of time with this beautiful spot at Bear Lake Reserve. Owners and all the folks encountered were delightful and helpful in making the experience most enjoyable and memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy place

It was a nice cabin with all the amenities. Beautiful neighborhood and surroundings. Ownemers were very attentive to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Great weekend!!

Wonderful place to stay within 20min from Western Carolina Univ. Comfortable and Cozy. Owners are super nice and friendly and answered all our questions promptly. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Amazing getaway with our family

The property was perfect for our family (2 adults, 3 children 8-and-under). The kids enjoyed all of the amenities--the pool, lake, hikes, golf, kids' camp, etc. The screened-in porch with sounds of the creek was magical. Brian and Jan were amazing hosts and promptly replied to all of our questions. Highly recommend! And will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim p.

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

Lovely cabin close to WCu

This property is beautiful, well stocked and close to WCU. We were there to visit our daughter who is a senior at the university and it was a nice getaway for her as well. Close but feels like miles away! The best combination.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Wonderful Labor Day Retreat

We loved our weekend in this mountain home. The location was just beautiful and tucked into a quiet neighborhood and surrounded by trees. The home itself was clean and very well equipped for us and our two little dogs. The screened in porch was our favorite spot from morning coffee to an evening rock by the fireplace. I hope we can come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor V.

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

Can’t wait to come back!

This property is absolutely amazing. It’s perfectly located 15 mins from the highway & 15 mins to the clubhouse. We greatly enjoyed the screened-in porch where we spent time listening to the relaxing mountain sounds and rainfall. We can’t wait to return next year! Thank you for sharing your happy place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Beautiful!

Gorgeous house at the entrance of Bear Lake Reserve. Our family loved sitting on the screened in porch with fire place for all of our meals and game nights. House was very pretty, had everything we needed and was immaculately clean. Communication with the owners was excellent and our family loved our time here. We will be back! Thank you Brian & Jan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Lovely Stay @ BLR

This cabin was everything as described, and the owners were great communicators. My husband and I loved sitting on the screened porch with the fireplace on, reading our books at night and in the early morning. The cottage is close to the entrance so while it’s not always the quietest location, it’s very convenient to get in/out of the resort. BLR is an unforgettable experience and we loved our stay here. It’s not a cheap vacation but a worthwhile experience. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

An Amazing Find

We had a wonderful trip to this property for the New Year. The home is just as it looks in the pictures and was clean and organized. Brian was responsive and very easy to communicate with. The views in the community are amazing, but we do recommend 4-wheel drive because there are definitely some windy roads with lots of elevation changes. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

M M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

Everything was fine, except had to clean pans before we could use still had food on them and grease
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

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

Great weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our time at bear lake reserve. We took advantage of the spotty wi-fi and unplugged- we didn’t mind. This was much needed! Lots of amenities to use and the house was great for relaxing. We loved using the screened in porch. I would recommend bringing basic cleaning supplies if you plan on cooking as we were unable to find any provided in the home. You will check in at the greeters cottage- they are super helpful! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cabin for wedding weekend

My family and I stayed at Brian’s cabin for a weekend trip to attend a wedding at Castle Ladyhawke. The cabin is extremely close to the front gate, making access to the “outside world” much easier than for friends who stayed a few miles deeper into the resort! The location was great, and all of the amenities listed were provided. There were a couple of small imperfections, but that’s to be expected and did not detract from our visit. The only oddity was the check-in process, which involved several minutes in the greeters cottage and a preservation fee I had read elsewhere could be assessed. Nevertheless, we enjoyed ourselves and would stay here again. Bear Lake Reserve is beautiful and a short drive from multiple small towns for touristing, as well as only 10 minutes from the wedding venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

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

Escape to the Mountains

This property was perfect for what we were looking for in a weekend adventure to the NC mountains. The property owner, Brain, was very helpful in quickly responding to questions we had prior to the trip as well as being very informative of the area in suggesting local restaurants and points of interest. The cabin was well equipped and cozy with a good size, open "sitting" area in the den. There is a back patio area that was nice if one enjoys sitting outside and hearing the sounds of the creek below and nature. We loved everything about staying here. The floorplan was that of a spilt design where the master bedroom was on one side, and the two other bedrooms were on the opposite side of the cabin. The overall location was ideal as it was a short drive to many local towns such as Cashiers, Dillsboro, Glennville, Cullowhee, Sylva, and Highlands (just a little bit more of a drive, but not too much). This property was located in the Bear Lake Reserve community. There were hiking trails, a restaurant, club pool, tennis, pickleball, and golf available on the reserve community premises. We loved everything about staying here. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023