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Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!

Cabin in Gatlinburg with kitchen and fireplace

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 471.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!

Life's a Bear is a 768 sq. ft. two-bedroom log cabin ideal for a short or long vacation away from the bustle of normal life. This cabin delights with its natural pine tongue-and-groove walls, exposed beams, and metal roof. The living area has a gas stone fireplace and large windows for an unsurpassed view of the expansive Smoky Mountains. Here, you can relax and watch the 50 in Samsung smart TV. The living room extends into the dining area and full kitchen. The washer/dryer unit is housed in an adjacent closet. Both bedrooms sleep two with ease and comfort. The master bedroom has a king bed and an open clothes closet. The second bedroom has two single beds elevated for storage space below. For added privacy, each bedroom has its own vanity (with toilet) room. Each has an entrance to the bathing room where the five-foot shower and the jetted tub are located.

The porch extends the width of the cabin and continues along the far side to accommodate the hot tub. Of course, a table is available for dining, and the firepit – adjacent to the outdoor grill – will take your cares away while you gaze at nature's bounty, listening to local wildlife and spotting fireflies.

Enjoy nature and all its beauty here at Life's a Bear. Among the highlights are watching the early morning mist rise, the sunlight move across the mountainside, and the rosy glow of twilight darken into myriad evening shades. The quiet is relaxing as only the sounds of various birds in flight are heard. At night, the glow of lights from nearby Pigeon Forge along with the twinkling of cabin lights along the mountainside are evident. Come see it for yourself at Life's a Bear. If wishing to vacation with others, nearby cabins by the same owner are Always, Ever After, and Journey's End.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Below is a list of the nearby attractions we personally enjoy and recommend while at the home, and how far it is to them.

Anakeesta: 3.9 miles
Gatlinburg Space Needle: 4.4 miles
Gatlinburg SkyLift: 4.4 miles
Smoky Mountain National Park Entrance: 7.1 miles
The Island: 7.3 miles
Ober: 7.8 miles
Dollywood/Splash Country: 7.8 miles
Tanger Outlet: 9.7 miles

The minimum age to rent this cozy cabin is 21.

This Gatlinburg vacation home provides 2 towels + 1 washcloth per guest the property sleeps.

AWD/4WD is recommended to reach this classic Appalachian cabin in the Smokies.

Please note this property is not pet friendly — including service animals. Check out our pet-friendly cabins if you're planning to bring fur babies to the Smokies!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Ober Mountain and Wilderness at the Smokies are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Anakeesta. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark are not to be missed. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Herbert Holt Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cupids Chapel of Love - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chesapeake's Seafood And Raw Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!?

As of 2 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub! on 11 Jan 2026 start from AU$631.74, 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 Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life's a Bear - Mountain views, fire pit, and hot tub! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Cupids Chapel of Love. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin has a beautiful sunset view. The cabin was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John F. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain view was beautiful. Nice cabin. We saw three Turkeys, a rabbit, squirrels, a chipmunk and beautiful autumn leaves.
Sunset after a rain
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was very clean and convenient to get to Gatlinburg and surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

Great Cabin

The cabin was great and the views were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views were awsome. There are only about 3 cabins in that block so it was very quiet and without traffic. Very clean and cozy. My kids loved their twin room. About 8 min from Gatlinburg main street and 10 min from Pigeon Forge. Every ammenity worked well. Ample parking space. All the modern confort and still feel like a cabin should be. We would definetly come back. Well done by the owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Beautiful view!

We enjoyed the cabin stay and the views while visiting the Smoky Mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Family Spring Break

Cabin was just as advertised- the perfect getaway for a long weekend for our family split between the Smoky mountain park and Dollywood- best of both worlds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita E.

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

Life’s a Bear Cabin

Great cabin. Beautiful view, very clean, and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great!

Great experience! Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great experience

We loved our stay, the cabin was beautiful. Successful weekend of R&R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Beautiful view

The view of the mountain side was simply beautiful. Very peaceful and just the getaway I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne P.

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

Mountains

Great views
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor R.

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

Stay

It was an amazing cabin with an incredible view. Definitely coming back here if we ever come back to Tennessee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marta C.

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

Life’s a Bear Cabin

Clean and quiet. Far enough away to be peaceful but close enough to have ready access to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dino V.

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

Beautiful and CLEAN!!

We have stayed at many cabins in the mountains throughout the United States (both larger and smaller) and this is one we will definitely come back to! The views were gorgeous, the cabin was absolutely adorable and most importantly CLEAN!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Life's a Bear

It was beautiful and spacious. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia M.

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

Lifes a Bear cabin

This cabin was perfect! Loved everything about except the drive up. 🤣 couldn’t have asked for more & hope to rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

Smokeys Visit

The cabin was clean, well kept, and had a great view. The drive up is a little narrow so it’s a good idea to get back before it gets dark. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Beautiful cabin and view

Just spent 4 days here at the cabin and loved it. Far enough from the towns to avoid the crowds but yet close enough to get to town in a few minutes. Didn’t get lucky and see a bear here though but did finally see one in Gatlinburg. Would definitely stay here again, everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raghavender T.

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

Awesome stay

Like listed . Clean and good. I would recommend this stay to my friends . I did see a bear near by , which is expected. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

Spectacular Views

What an absolutely gorgeous property! If your looking for a cabin in the Smoky Mountains this is a must!!! Flawless check-in. No problems, very clean, nice cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly Ann D.

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

Couple Cozy Cabin

Wonderful little cabin for couple get away! 10/10 all around! No complaints or issues
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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