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This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!

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Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining
Games room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10234.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyBridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!

Come and enjoy one of the most luxurious cabins in ALL of Gatlinburg! This beautiful 4 bedroom cabin has been featured in several log home magazines! Located in the Ski Mountain area of Gatlinburg, just 1 mile to Downtown Gatlinburg or Ober Ski Resort, this custom-built log home is Second to None! Also only 1 mile to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! This unique Smoky Mountain cabin has large bedroom suites, beautiful decor, and luxury furnishings for the ultimate Smoky Mountain Vacation!

Upon entry to the cabin, you will immediately notice the gorgeous custom made wagon wheel chandelier hanging in the living room. Adjacent the living room will be the kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with all state of the art appliances, as well as a storage room with washer and dryer! Think you bought too much food? No problem! In the storage room will be a second refrigerator and pantry for those who love to cook big meals! To the left of the living room will be the beautifully spacious king size master bedroom, fully equipped with a Jacuzzi tub and full bath, including a walk in shower! To the right of the living room, the hallway leads to a full bathroom with shower/tub combo, beside a beautifully decorated king size bedroom.

Go up the stairs and enter into the loft for some game time fun! You can enjoy a quiet game of chess, or gather your friends and family for a game of shuffle board! Don’t forget about the Atari arcade game that has all of the classic games, such as Pac-man and Tetris! Upstairs on both the left and right you will have a uniquely decorated king size bedroom with its own full bath with shower/tub combo!

This cabin private cabin has beautiful wrap around deck with your own private hot tub, you truly are in the heart of the Smoky Mountains! Experience a family vacation that will create the memories of a lifetime. Your family or friends will love this Gatlinburg Cabin, which is perfect for any special occasion or seasonal event! Come and experience an amazing stay at "Bear Hug!" The cabin will have steps. No pets or smoking at this property.
During the months of November - March , 4 wheel drive and/or chains are required in case of inclement weather.
Sleeps 8
NO SMOKING
NO PETS

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is home to this cabin. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyBridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None! on 17 May 2026 start from AU$686, 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.

How much is parking at This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This custom-built log home only 1 mile to the National Park is Second to None! located?

Situated in Gatlinburg, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gatlinburg SkyBridge and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook and Traffic Light #5 are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huey C.

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

Bear Hugs

Great cabin and location to the mountains or downtown. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2021
We are so glad you loved the cabin. We would love to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie H.

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

Beautiful

This cabin is beautiful and the trip was very relaxing!! Just be aware bears will show up in the back yard! Which we loved watching!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
Lorie We are so glad you enjoyed the cabin and your stay with us. We do hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Fabulous Home in the Mountains!

Loved the house!!! Perfect for our family with 3 teenagers! Great communication with the office staff at Heartland. We would definitely opt to stay here again. Very conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2021
We are so glad you had a great time. We look forward to you staying with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

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

Beautiful and Comfortable Home!

Very roomy, large bedrooms and bathrooms. Well-equipped kitchen. Beautiful furnishings. Saw 4 bears; one was on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the cabin. We would be happy to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chasisty H.

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

Everything was great.

Everything was absolutely great. The cabin was very cozy and relaxing. Be sure to lock your car doors the bears will get in. We had a bear to go though our car but nothing was damaged. The bear hug cabin is a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2021
Thank you for your review. We're so glad you had a wonderful time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

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

Cozy Exquisite Home

This home is everything you can imagine. The decor was absolutely stunning. We went down for a cozy Valentine’s weekend and it did not disappoint! The architecture was quite refreshing; a little modern mixed with country cozy and exquisite furnishings. We will be back this fall! Five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Thank you for your review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cabin. We would love to have you stay with us again sometime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie D.

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

Beautiful home

The property was beautiful, although tricky for grandma to get up the stairs. The property managers were very helpful and easy to communicate with. The house would be perfect for a large group with 4 king sized bedrooms. There wasn't a lot of "extra" amenities like shampoo/conditioner, hair dryer, or laundry soap for the washer, but we made it work! Overall good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Stephine Thank you for the review and glad you enjoyed the cabin. On our site and in the rental agreement it tells you what we supply and all you mentioned is not in our rental agreement or on our site that we supply those. We would love to host you again in a different cabin with no steps so it makes it easier for your grandma.
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward S.

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

Nice, could be better

Nice place generally. Liked the bear theme. Stearns and Foster matress in master appreciated. Would have been nice to have fitted sheets that actually fit the deepness of the bed. Generally, a lot of dated furnishings and appliances. Some very basic items missing that I believe are a must to include. Would I stay there again? Depends on corrections and price point.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2021
Thank you for your review. We have suggested to the cabin owner to order the correct sheets and replace some of the furnishings. We hope to have you stay with us again in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaime V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

It was nice; needs some updates

THE GOOD: - close to gatlinburg and pigeon forge -- very good in terms of proximity to each and very close to G-burg - very spacious - beds are super comfy - plenty of plates, etc - fireplace is awesome THE NOT SO GOOD: - there's not really a view -- just trees - the driveway is super scare and dangerous - it's on a turn of the road, so very difficult to turn into and dangerous due to the oncoming traffic from around the bend - the "spa tub" is very old and it took 30 minutes to fill it up halfway...not enough hot water for a hot bath. Everything is dated in the bathroom and it needs a major upgrade - tv is outdated - very cold upstairs - not enough forks ?? weird but true - we arrived and someone left food outside on the ground for bears I guess; we had to clean it up - we couldn't check in until literally 4 pm on the money. we were in town at 1 pm and I tried checking in a little early -- weren't allowed all in all it was nice, but for the price, we would stay elswhere next time. It was very expensive and the views weren't great. It's down a very steep driveway with no hiking trails/access from the property which is something I desperately was looking forward to.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2022
Thank you for your review. Some of the roads here in the mountains can be steep and very curvy unfortunately. We haven't had a report of the jacuzzi tub filling up slowly so we will definitely check into that. The write up and amenities list for the cabin does not state or advertise there is a mountain view. We will only state a mountain view if the cabin has one. We are unsure who would leave food outside for bears and feed them because this is a federal misdemeanor. Bears have been known to get into trash cans and drag bags as well as cans to get into them. Check in time begins at 4pm. If the cabin is cleaned and ready for you, we can allow early check in. However, if it isn't, we cannot allow check in until the cabin is ready. All hiking trails are located in the National Park. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has 150 official hiking trails. The cabins do not have access to a hiking trail from the cabin. Guests must drive to the hiking trail of their choice in order to access a hiking trail. There is parking at the head of the trails where visitors can park and do their day hike and enjoy the beauty of the mountains and all the area has to offer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yiping Y.

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

Bear hug

The house is spacious and clean. The four bedrooms and bathrooms are perfect for a big group like ours. The house is located in a quiet woody area with green and fresh air to welcome you. The decorations adds a notch high for coziness. The house has enough utensils and glasses , but if your group likes to cook a few meals, you need to take your own spice and maybe a few extra rolls of paper towels. We enjoyed our 4 day stay in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2021
We are so glad you had a great time at the cabin. We would be happy to have you stay with us again sometime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharlene O.

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

Beautiful Cabin

A beautiful cabin conveniently located and comfortably furnished. There are a fair number of stairs to access it (just a heads up for the older crowd), but worth it (for the younger crowd). Well equipped and a pizza place even delivers there if you don't feel like cooking. Very cute decor and a great cabin the woods experience right down to the fireplace and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2021
We are so glad you had a wonderful time at the cabin. We hope to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lakyn C.

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

Pleasant Stay

This was a great family cabin. The bedrooms were excellent in size. The cabin was close to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. We did have a few visits from a bear. The only improvement I could recommend would be a newer cooking range. We fixed breakfast at the cabin every morning and found that the cooking range oven was slow to heat up. The wall oven worked well- so we were able to use that, it just took a little longer to get everything baked.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2021
Thank you for your review. We will certainly call the owner and let them know they need to check the range. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time at the cabin. We would love to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

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

Great Smokey Mountain Experience

Renting couldn’t have been easier through VRBO. Communication with the manager was easy. House was exactly as advertised and great for our group (4 adults and 4 children under 5). Location was perfect, far enough away to feel like you are alone in the mountains but really less than 15 minutes from anything in downtown Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. Would mention that at least for us with AT&T cellular phones cell service was minimal to non-existstent in and around the cabin. And there was no Wi-Fi (not that the listing claimed there was) which for us was not a problem, and even welcome, but if that is something you need to have while on vacation just a heads up. I couldn’t recommend Bear Hug enough for a family trying to get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful time at the cabin. We would love to have you stay with us again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gina P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Poor management

Didn’t get door code til 4:10 said we were arriving at noon got an email saying we will try to accommodate that ok that’s fine but to wait til After check in time is ridiculous.When we arrived hot tub was overflowing they has left the hose running. Had centipedes everywhere, called for a big guy they got annoyed. Sent an email saying pick an attraction or all on the list tickets included with your stay it was only 1 ticket per abs we had 8 guests now I didn’t expect 8 but if we didn’t get one to each could we not get 8 to at least one? Oh abs bonus no WiFi they want you to have a natural experience
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2021
We are very sorry you were unhappy with the cabin. Check in time is 4pm. We do not guarantee early check in. If the cabin is ready before 4pm, we can allow early check in. The cabins are sprayed monthly by pest control. In the mountains, crawlers sometimes find their way in. Upon your report to the office there were centipedes, we called pest control right out. The Gateway to Fun Pass is emailed to every guest and explains you receive one free adult admission into each attraction on the list per day. The cabin is not advertised as having wifi. The cabin owners choose as to whether they want wifi in their cabin. Some of them choose not to install it and some cabins don't have the option to have it based on whether it is available in the area the cabin is in. Bear Hug was the last cabin standing where it is. The fires a few years ago took out every cabin surrounding it. This cabin was featured in Southern Living magazine a few years ago. We are sorry you did not enjoy the cabin. We feel our management team did everything we could to make your stay an enjoyable one.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Classy side of Gatlinburg

Wonderful cabin for adult friends. Full / usable kitchen. Impeccably clean. Good size hot tub. Super comfortable beds(mentioned by all). Bears even on back porch. Would have been nice to have WiFi access but we made do. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2021
Thank you for your review. We're so glad you had a wonderful time!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kari R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location

New Years Eve 2020

The property has been taken care of and has a lot of character. I was not informed that it was in the part of the park that had been burnt down so it was not the prettiest area. There was no wifi due to that. The stairs to the cabin was no joke. The driveway and roads around the cabin were very dangerous. I would not recommend in icy or snowy weather. I did like the location if it was, of course, in better shape. I would not rent that particular cabin again due to the surrounding area and the steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

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

Bear hug beauty

Bear hug was a beautiful cabin —clean, spacious and great location! It was a perfect getaway in the smoky mountains. The driveway was a surprising steep hill from the road which was quite dangerous—can’t imagine what it is like in wintry conditions. The refrigerator made a pound noise constantly. But besides that it was perfect! Enjoyed the view on the surround porch with cozy hot tub. Kitchen was so large —perfect to cook a Christmas dinner for family . Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

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