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Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC

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A cozy cabin interior with a large fireplace, wooden walls, and a high ceiling.
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of mountains and trees.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a red door.
A wooden interior with a high ceiling, a balcony with glass railings, and two leather chairs.
A wooden cabin with a dining area, large windows, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the mountains. Smoky Mountain Country Club and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Bryson City Gem Mine and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 30 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience mountain serenity at A Bear's Retreat, Bryson City, NC located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery. Tuckasegee River and Fontana Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Wish the pool cues were al broken though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Hi Jack, we are so happy you had a wonderful stay. Thank you for the feedback about the pool cues. We will be sure to have those fixed ASAP.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cabin and view

Cabin is exactly as described. Well maintained and clean and view is excellent.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

The view was magnificent! A little too windy a couple of days to enjoy the porch and hot tub, but a couple days were just perfect. Quite secluded. Definitely would rent this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thanks for the great review, Clay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Views

Everything was as described. Beautiful views, cabin was nice and comfortable . Everything was provided. The only thing was the bed was hard, so it was not for me, but otherwise I would recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Hi Sandra, thanks for sharing and thanks for the feedback. I will be sure to share with our staff.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain getaway

Had a great time relaxing in the mountains. The view from the deck and hot tub is amazing! We were blessed with a few great sunsets during our stay. The kids enjoyed playing pool and watching movies on rainy days. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2024
Thanks for the great review, Steve!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite Family Vacation Cabin

The cabin was beautiful and the view was amazing! I think the view from this cabin was better than most pull-off viewing areas! We used the pool table and hot tub every night and never even turned on the tv! The cabin was hard to find and get to but it was definitely manageable and we’ve all agreed we’d like to come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Hi Abigail, thanks for sharing your experience with us. We hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Friends Getaway

We planned this trip after visiting Bryson City once before. We couldn't have planned for better weather and we timed the fall colors just right. The views are breathtaking. The friends made it even more amazing. The amenities are great, there was nothing missed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2023
Thank you Julie - We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get away

Had trouble finding cabin with address given. Best way to find was from location in VRBO listing, but still needed help from a neighbor to give directions. Otherwise, stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Hi Sean, we are sorry to hear that. We will be sure to share with our staff, so step by step directions are available. Thank you for your feedback. We would love to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place

Overall very nice property with spectacular views. However, kitchen utensils and silverware were filthy with dried food all over them. Upstairs right hand sink didn’t drain well. Wireless was out 3 of 6 days. Other than those negatives, would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Hi John, thank you for the review and feedback. We'd love to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful View

Windows covered entire side of home. This offered an awesome view. Plenty of room for family. Three king beds (one in each bedroom). Each bedroom has its own full bath. However, beds were incredibly hard. Pillows very flat. Black mold in corners of tiled shower of master. Very few washcloths. I had to launder cloths everyday to be able to have clean ones. Despite the "howevers", we would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Hi Julie, thanks so much for your feedback, our sincere apologies about the black mold and wash cloths. We will be sure to share with our staff. We would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the porch was unbelievable, the pictures don’t do it justice. We stayed here during the 4th of July and could see fireworks from 3 different areas in the mountain range. This was the perfect place to escape for our mountain weekend. Hot tub, grill, and pool table worked great and were a hit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
Wow! Sounds amazing! Thanks for staying with us!
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