Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Ober Mountain and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are popular area attractions. Anakeesta and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Ober Mountain - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Distillery - 8 min drive
Sugarlands Distilling Co. - 8 min drive
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - 8 min drive
Puckers Sports Bar - 8 min drive
Mellow Mushroom - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011?
As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011 on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,351, 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 Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relax and Soak with a Mountain View! - Bear Watch 1011 located?
Located in Chalet Village, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain. Gatlinburg SkyBridge and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cabin was as described and met all expectations. It was a beautiful cabin and good location. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to hear the cabin met your expectations and that you loved the location. Knowing you plan to book again truly means a lot to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great stay!
Our stay at the cabin was excellent! It exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Rachel, we're pleased to hear that the cabin Bear Watch 1011 exceeded your expectations and that you and your family had a great stay! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us, and we would love to serve you again soon!
Property worked very well for us. Good location, great view, nice hot tub, pool, modern amenities and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
We're so glad to hear that the property met your expectations! It's wonderful that you enjoyed the location, the view, and our amenities. We sincerely appreciate your kind words and are delighted you found everything to your liking. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to see you again soon!
The pictures of this property do not do it justice! This the most beautiful place we have ever stayed in. The cabin is immaculate and the Mountain View is incredible. Everything you need is available to cook or grill out. Nice pool table and hot tub on lower level will not disturb upper floor level guest. Only thing that would be nice is few more trash cans but not really a big problem. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to visit Gatlinburg!
Bear watch was a fantastic cabin that our family really enjoyed. The drive up the mountain is a bit sketchy, but totally worth it for the fantastic views and great family space. We will certainly be back.
Overall the property was in excellent condition. A negative comment from one couple was the bed seemed old. Not comfortable sleeping. This was in the room that had a tub, not a shower enclosure.
This property was very nice, updated and spacious. There was a lot of construction in the area due to rebuilds from to the 2016 wildfires. We did have a sudden flat tire that had to be replaced. This appeared to be from construction hardware in the street. Hopefully the construction will soon be complete.
This property is pretty new because of the fire a few years back but it looked like it had never been rented. It was immaculate throughout, everything was spotless. Great mountain view. Had eveything we needed. Designed with plenty of space where needed. Great electronics, great kitchen. All I can say is it was perfect. Thanks cabins for you. We are now spoiled and have found pur new mountain home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
We're delighted to hear your cabin was perfect for you, Rick, and you have found your new home away from home! We are truly grateful for your glowing review and so glad you had everything you needed for a fantastic vacation in the Smokies. Thank you so much for your kind words. We look forward to hosting you for many years to come!
Upon arrival we had a little issue with the code to get in, but once that was resolved everything was better than advertised. Place was SUPPER SUPPER clean. Everything was updated and well maintenanced. My family and I travel a lot and this is the best place we have ever stayed. Honestly this cabin is not far off a luxury cabin. Other rentals should take notes and lessons from this property because this is what vacation rental should be. A ++ grade
Very comfortable and roomy, great views and beautiful scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly L.
5 July 2020
Gatlinburg Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice chalet - very clean - almost new - great views - saw mama bear and 3 babies in the yard as well as other bears sightings - hot tub was very nice after a day hiking or exploring - will definitely stay here again when we return to Gatlinburg
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
August G.
25 June 2020
Spectacular Experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Chalet Village Properties never disappoint. Our family has used their accommodations for years. Everyone has been pleasant, clean, safe, comfortable and satisfying. Bear Watch had incredible views and lived up to its name. Its always easy to book and a smooth easy process. We always recommend the great lodging and services provided. Thanks again for a fabulous experience.
Beautiful home we will be back! We were so excited that the cabin lived up to its name since we saw a mama and her cubs, and a young bear during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kara M.
26 May 2020
Can’t wait to come back!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This house is amazing! Beautiful, new, and extremely clean home with the most wonderful location, mountain views, and amenities. This house had everything we needed and more! It exceeded our expectations! Home instructions were so well written out and labeled by the owner. Seamless reservation and instructions through Chalet Village. We had the very best family vacation at Bear Watch! The house lived up to its name!....a bear tried to get into our car and mama and her three cubs walked right down the road! Everything about our stay was incredible! Can’t wait to come back for another visit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tonya F.
5 May 2020
Immaculate with all the amenities!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was amazing. BEST stay I've ever had in my many visits to Gatlinburg. I will definitely stay here again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
31 Mar 2020
march lock down
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
we had a nice, roomy place to be shut in, we were comfortable
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eunice T.
21 Dec 2019
Absolutely beautiful and cozy cabin! Brand new too!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cabin is absolutely gorgeous and cozy. Great location. It is close to downtown Gatlinburg (10-15 minutes), but it is secluded and away from the tourists and noise. It is larger than expected. You could bring sleeping bags for kids and dedicate the downstairs pool room for them. There are three large bedrooms with their own bathrooms. There are TV's in every bedroom and 2 additional TV's in livingroom and poolroom. Beautiful kitchen. It had almost all the equipment we needed for cooking, it does not have a handheld or counter mixer if you are planning to do some extensive cooking. Comfortable beds, enough linen and towels. Bring paper products (tp and paper towels). Enough parking for 4 or 5cars.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ben K.
5 Dec 2019
Bear Watch Is The Accurate Name For This Cabin
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a new cabin rebuilt within the last two years after the terrible fire in Gatlinburg. Everything worked well and was in great condition. Parking was level and accommodated four or five cars easily. The afternoon of check-in, the management company called us to be sure we would arrive before they closed. That was very thoughtful and avoided a disaster if we had been running late. One day we were sitting on the deck and saw a mama bear and FOUR cubs come out of the brush. After much exploring, they walked down the road within feet of the front door. Access was easy from downtown and the bypass. The only slight negative would be that the density of surrounding cabins was greater than most places we have stayed in Gatlinburg. Still, it was a great place to stay. Would recommend it highly.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JACOB M.
3 Dec 2019
Great property
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great stay at Bear Watch and a great experience through Chalet Village! Communication was great, both the app and on the phone. Property was great with nice views. Would definitely recommend Chalet Village and would definitely stay at Bear Watch again!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Nov 2019
Bear Watch
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Booked house without seeing any interior pictures (they weren't yet on website) and found that the house was beautiful! The roads up to the house are typical mountain roads(steep in some places and you wind your way up). Great view! Furniture is comfortable. Hot tub was great! We had fun playing pool. Would definitely recommend this property!
Thanks so much for the 5 stars—it genuinely means a lot to us. It’s always heartwarming to know you had a great experience, even without words. We truly hope your visit felt easy, warm, and well taken care of. Can’t wait to have you back again.
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star rating! It means a lot to us that you had a great experience. Your feedback is truly appreciated and encourages us to keep doing our best for every guest. We’re excited to welcome you back whenever you’re ready!