Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly
This cozy single-level home features a king bed in the master suite, as well as a queen and two twins in the guest rooms. With the addition of the queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room, this cottage comfortably sleeps eight. Pets are also welcome.
Whether you snuggle up by the gas log fireplace in the living room on a cold night or build a fire on the spacious back porch to take in the scenery, Hawk's Nest has all the comforts of home, including a modern kitchen. The cabin is also graciously appointed with an assortment of items for guest use, including four sets of golf clubs, pool floats, two fishing poles, tennis rackets, and a cornhole set. Bear Lake Reserve: Found in the Tuckasegee Valley, in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains is Bear Lake Reserve, a master-planned 2,100 acre, gated resort bordering Bear Creek Lake. Bear Lake Reserve guests have access to all the private amenities offered by the resort including 9-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course with a 40-mile panoramic view of the Smokies, Matchpoint Tennis, and 17 miles of maintained hiking and walking trails where you can spot waterfalls and mountain wildlife. The luxuriously appointed Lake Club offers guests access to the lakeside pools, waterslide, and hot tubs, private beach, gym and sauna, multiple lounges, onsite restaurant, and bar as well as a library and indoor theater. Guests of Bear Lake Reserve can also arrange equipment rentals, via the Lake Club, ranging from mountain bikes to pontoon boats. Take advantage of the many family activities offered, as well as indoor and outdoor play areas for the kids! Bear Creek Lake lake itself is 497 acres with 13 miles of shoreline to explore. Book your getaway with Sundog Vacation Rentals today! Talk to your reservationist for specific details regarding the proximity of amenities to your favorite rental cottage.
Effective May 1st, upon arrival at the Greeter's Cottage, all guests of Bear Lake Reserve will be responsible for paying a Resort Preservation Fee. This fee will be $30/day (with the maximum fee per stay being $150 or 5 days) and will be charged upon check in. If you have any questions in regards to this fee, please contact Bear Lake Reserve directly at 828-293-3455.
There are exterior cameras located on the property.
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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
About the area
Tuckasegee
Located in Bear Lake Reserve, a neighbourhood in Tuckasegee, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club and Signal Ridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bear Creek Lake Access Area and Nantahala National Forest. Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cave exploring.
Western Carolina University - 17 min drive - 19.1 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 52 min drive - 62.1 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 54 min drive - 57.6 km
Restaurants
The Local - 27 min drive
JJ's Eatery & Canteen - 27 min drive
Environmental Maint - 21 min drive
A & L Country Kitchen - 16 min drive
Flip & Whip Comfort Foods - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly on 19 May 2026 start from AU$388, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hawks Nest - Resort Home In Bear Lake, Lake Club Access, Pet Friendly located?
Located in Bear Lake Reserve, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Bear Creek Lake is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We stayed the week of Christmas. Very nice clean and beautiful location!
Angela P.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Angela,
It's great to see you enjoyed our property for the holidays! We appreciate you treating the property with the upmost respect and hope to host you again in the future!
Great place to stay, especially if you are attending a wedding at the Castle down the street. I would suggest printing out your checkin instructions prior to arrival because you likely won't have cellular connection at the cabin.
Joe W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Joe,
We're glad to see that the lack of cell reception didn't stop you from enjoying your stay. If you decide to stay with us again be sure to make use of the rental property and reserve WIFI to assist with any potential reception issues. Hope to see you this fall!!
We had a wonderful stay! Cottage came with everything we needed!
Whitney Jones W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Whitney,
We are so glad you were able to enjoy all the amenities our property had to offer. I wanted to thank you for treating our property with the same respect you would your own. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous vacation, it would be our pleasure to host you again.
The house is great and exactly what we needed for a short weekend visit! There was plenty of space to accommodate our group of 6 adults and 2 kids! Would definitely stay again!
Branden K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2022
Thank you, Sarah! We would be delighted to host you again!
We’ve stayed at Hawks Nest a few times and enjoyed the fully-stocked property and easy parking. The Bear Lake Reserve neighborhood provides plenty of activity opportunities and amenities.
Had a terrific experience renting this property! Sundog Realty extended excellent customer service. The property was well represented, clean and inviting.
Peatra C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you so much, we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at our rental as well as your experience with our hospitality team. Please come back and stay with us anytime.
Nice, quiet property with a creek behind. Very relaxing.
Bayron B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2020
We feel that that the private resort community of Bear Lake Reserve is a hidden oasis in the mountains of Western North Carolina and we are happy to know that you were able to relax and enjoy it! We were pleased with how the observance of house rules and with how well the departure instructions were followed. We hope to host you again in the future!
Very windy roads, no walkable entertainment, resort staff top-notch.
Dani P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Dani,
It was a pleasure hosting you and your family for your early spring vacation. The views are breathtaking at Bear Lake Reserve and we are glad to see you were able to enjoy them. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous vacation!!
The cabin was well maintained and equipped with what we needed. It was spacious. The primary bedding and linens needs a refresh. I would stay here again. Nice place.
Joely L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Joely! We hope you will book with us again in the future!
We loved everything about our stay in hawks nest! The roads are very windy but that was to be expected. Our kids and pup loved every second and took full advantage of nature and games provided!
Devon P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you for your feedback! We would be happy to host you again!