Cabin

Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6155.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

Gatlinburg, TN

Place, Chapel at Honeymoon Hills
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Chapel in the Glen
‪14 min walk‬
Place, Morning Mist Village
‪15 min walk‬
Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin

***This cabin is located just a short 5 minute and convenient drive from Elk Springs Resort.
Luxury awaits in this 2 bedroom 2 bath cabin that features dual master suites. Each master suite is equipped with Cable TV, DVD player and ceiling fan as well as upgrades furniture and bedding. A queen sized sleeper sofa in the great room can accommodate 2 additional guests.

Escape to the lofted game room includes a pool table and pub table with chairs as well as a TV with cable.

Relax in the great room with high vaulted ceilings, fireplace, cable TV, DVD player and a wall of glass to view the outdoors.

The full kitchen with plenty of counter space and dining table with seating for 6 includes cooking utensils, coffee maker, toaster, mixer, cutlery and plenty of storage. Place settings for 8 provided.

Life's A Bear is conveniently located in the Arts & Crafts Community just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, The Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Dollywood and all the entertainment and conveniences offered in the area.

Bedroom and Sleeping Arrangements:
Main Level - Bedroom 1: King Bed - Sleeps 2
Upper Level - Bedroom 2: King Bed - Sleeps 2
Main Level - Great Room: Queen Sleeper - Sleeps 2

*** This Property is located 5 minutes from Elk Springs Resort!
Views of Mt. LeConte
Outdoor Firepit
Hot Tub
Pool Table
FREE High Speed Wireless Internet
2 King Master Suites
Charcoal Grill
Electric Fireplace
Washer/Dryer
Comfortable Dining seating for 6
Covered Deck / Porch
Full Kitchen stocked with Cookware and Utensils
4 TV's
3 DVD Players
6 Minutes to Downtown
5 Minutes to Greenbrier Entrance to the National Park
20 Minutes to Dollywood
2 Minutes to the Arts and Crafts Community

Free WIFI, a washer / dryer, iron and ironing board, and paved parking are included for your convenience. All linens and towels are provided as well as a starter supply of paper towels, toilet paper, soaps and detergents.

Host requires the guest to sign a rental management agreement prior to allowing access to the unit. The agreement details our cancellation policy, terms and conditions. Must be 21 or older to reserve a cabin and person booking must be staying in the cabin.

We provide a starter supply of paper products, detergents and soaps and coffee filters. We do not supply shampoo, conditioner, body wash and there are no pantry items, spices, salt & pepper or coffee included - guests should bring these items.

This cabin is professionally managed by Elk Springs Resort Cabin Rentals in Gatlinburg, TN. We provide concierge service as well as dispatched maintenance and housekeeping should you need assistance during your stay. Feel free to check here for details -or- all our listings at Elk Springs Resort cabin rentals.

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Stunning Smoky Mountain reflections from our Southern Porch.

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Spa pool
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Washing machine

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.

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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

Chapel at Honeymoon Hills - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Chapel in the Glen - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Morning Mist Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
A Jan Peitso Art - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Traffic Light #3A - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬13 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Lobby Bar - ‬13 min drive
‪Little House of Pancakes - ‬8 min drive
‪Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin on 19 July 2026 start from AU$292, 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: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Rocky Top Sports World and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Chapel at Honeymoon Hills. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Covington, GA

20 Oct 2025

Life's A Bear Cabin Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cabin was very well maintained! Very comfortable and cozy! The location was not far from the grocery store and restaurants. There is not much of a view of the mountain at the cabin, but we had a great time!

Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear you found the cabin comfortable, cozy, and conveniently located. While the mountain view may not have been the highlight, we’re so pleased that you still had a great time. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back in the future!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

10 Oct 2025

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

Loved the location, furniture and beds were great. Got to see a bear try to get in one trash bin, and successfully get into another. Host responded quickly to get the mess cleaned up! Bad for them, we enjoyed watching

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cecil T.

20 July 2025

Relax and let nature take over

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful experience staying at the cabin every thing was nice and neat and ready for relaxing close to town

Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025

Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at the cabin. It's great to know that everything was nice and neat, and that the location provided the perfect setting for relaxation. As a returning customer, you’ll receive 10% off future stays. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rod F.

14 Apr 2025

Happy Stay

Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2025

Thank you very much, Rodney! We are so thrilled you had an awesome stay and enjoyed those amazing mountain views. Hope to welcome you back soon! Remember, as a repeat visitor you will save 10% on future stays, hurry back!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

26 Jan 2025

Life's a Bear

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Easy, and just like the photos, which is rare these days.

Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2025

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that your experience matched the photos and met your expectations. It's important to us that our guests have an authentic experience. We hope to welcome you back soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karl C.

7 June 2025

Nice, clean and quiet cabin

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean. Responsive customer service. Secluded cul-de-sac. No real view of Mt. LeConte but still a pleasant setting. Nice cabin design. Bedrooms are quiet and dark for sleeping.

Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2025

Thank you for your awesome review! We are truly so glad you enjoyed the cleanliness, peaceful setting, and cabin layout. While the mountain view wasnt quite what you expected, we are happy the overall experience was a pleasant one. We hope to welcome you back again soon! We encourage guests to book direct and save up to 15% on your booking, hurry back!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

stephanie f.

19 Mar 2018

Awesome stay at Life's A Bear!

Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022

Thank you for your fantastic review, Stephanie! We are pleased that you enjoyed your recent cabin stay! Customer satisfaction is very important to us and we want nothing more than to make a guest for life. We hope to see you again during your next visit to The Great Smoky Mountains!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Zion, IL

27 Sept 2024

Wonderful Stay

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 have stayed twice with Elk Springs. Had great stays. Awesome people and great rentals. Life’s a Bear is all I need to say.

Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2024

Thank you for your continued trust in Elk Springs, Dennis! We are thrilled to hear youve had great stays and enjoyed Life's a Bear. We look forward to hosting you again! Remember, as a repeat visitor you will save 10% on future stays. Hurry back!

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

21 July 2017

Home away from home!!!

Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020

Thank you for your 5-Star review, Katrina. We appreciate the opportunity to provide your lodging accommodations while visiting The Great Smoky Mountains. We hope you will consider staying with us again during your next visit.

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

10 Nov 2022

I would stay here again!

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2022

Thank you for the 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your recent cabin stay! We enjoyed having you and your family. Remember, as a repeat visitor you will save 10% on future stays. See you soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

16 Sept 2019

Life’s a beary beautiful cabin

Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022

It is delightful that you enjoyed your recent cabin stay! We enjoyed having you and hope you will make plans to stay with Elk Springs again on your next trip to The Great Smoky Mountains. Remember, as a repeat visitor you will save 10% on future stays. Thank you!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlene V.

10 Oct 2023

Gatlinburg adventure

Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023

We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the beautiful two-story cabin and that you were able to appreciate the mountains, scenery, and town. It's always great when guests can fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty and local charm. If you ever decide to return, we'd be more than happy to host you again. Thank you for choosing to stay with us!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

21 June 2023

Great weekend getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cabin was well stocked and clean.

Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay, Angela. We are pleased that you enjoyed your overall visit and hope you will make plans to visit us again in the near future!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Zion, IL

13 Sept 2023

Get away 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us and found our rental company excellent. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Remember as a returning customer you will receive 10% off future stays!

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ashlin A.

10 Oct 2022

Week long vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome couldn't have asked 4 better even seen a bear near our cabin

Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2022

It was our pleasure to provide you with luxury accommodations during your visit, Ashlin You selected a great cabin with an unbeatable view of The Great Smoky Mountains. We strive to be the best in the business and we want nothing more than our guests to feel as though they have a home away from home while in our area. We hope you were able to get a picture of the bear! We encourage guests to book direct and save up to 15% on future bookings. Hope to see you soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

15 Oct 2018

Loved it!

Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020

Thank you for your wonderful 5-Star review, Crystal! We enjoyed having you as our guest and hope you will consider staying with us again during your next visit to The Great Smoky Mountains!

Archival

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

2 Sept 2015

Awesome 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: We had a wonderful time visiting Gatlinburg and it was nice to come back to our spacious cabin that felt a little better than home.

Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022

Thank you for the great review Jennifer! We pride ourselves in providing a home away from home for you with our luxury cabin rentals. We look forward to having you back again soon. Be sure to use your 10% repeat guest discount when booking your next stay with us.

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bradford R.

24 Mar 2024

Awesome

Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024

Bradford, thank you for the awesome 5 star review. It has been a pleasure too have you and we hope to have you back soon!

From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Mableton , GA

11 May 2021

Great weekend getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice time at our cabin rental. Everything was clean and in good working order.

Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021

Kati, thank you for an awesome review. It is great to hear that everything was up to par for you. It has been a pleasure having you and we hope to see you again in the future!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

15 June 2020

Perfect getaway!

Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022

It is delightful that you enjoyed your recent cabin stay! We enjoyed having you and hope you will make plans to stay with Elk Springs again on your next trip to The Great Smoky Mountains.

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chimere T.

13 July 2022

Awesome getaway

Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022

We are delighted you had a wonderful time at Life's a Bear. We enjoyed having you as our guest and hope you choose to visit us again soon. Remember, as a returning customer you will receive 10% off future stays. Thank you!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

4 Dec 2024

Life’s a Bear Rental

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 an amazing stay at this cabin. It was very easy to access and, if you’ve ever rented a cabin near Gatlinburg you will understand my next statement, the drive felt safe getting to and from the cabin.😊 It was very clean and comfortably decorated. We will definitely stay again.

Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2024

We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazing stay and appreciated the ease of access to the cabin. We completely understand how important a safe and comfortable drive can be, especially in the Gatlinburg area! It’s great to know you found the cabin clean and comfortably decorated—it’s always our goal to create a welcoming space for our guests. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

5 Dec 2024

Life’s a Bear Rental

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 an amazing stay at this cabin. It was very easy to access and, if you’ve ever rented a cabin near Gatlinburg you will understand my next statement, the drive felt safe getting to and from the cabin.😊 It was very clean and comfortably decorated. We will definitely stay again.

Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2024

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

4 Oct 2022

Fun Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place to stay in Gatlinburg. This cabin with a hot tub, pool table, and outdoor fire pit was just as fun to hangout at vs going into town.

Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2022

We always love hearing about great experiences with our rental company! It sounds like you chose the perfect cabin to relax in, have fun, and create memories that are sure to last a lifetime. Life's A Bear is full of great amenities for everyone to enjoy! We enjoyed having you as our guests, and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Remember, as a repeat visitor you will save 10% on future stays. Thank you!

Archival

10/10 Excellent

7 July 2016

A great 4th of July get away

Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of such a wonderful celebration, Emily! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope you were able to enjoy some of the exciting festivities going on in town during your visit. We are honored to hear you plan on making Elk Springs Resort part of your annual Gatlinburg tradition. Please keep in mind, as a returning guest you will enjoy 10% off all future stays. Hurry back, your next adventure awaits!

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Other Space 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property

Life's A Bear: Convenient, Pool Table, Value Cabin

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About the area

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Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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9.4/10

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10/10

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Covington, GA

Life's A Bear Cabin Review

A guest from Covington, GA

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Kelly S.

10/10 Excellent

Cecil T.

Relax and let nature take over

Cecil T.

10/10 Excellent

Rod F.

Happy Stay

Rod F.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Life's a Bear

Jenny H.

10/10 Excellent

Karl C.

Nice, clean and quiet cabin

Karl C.

10/10 Excellent

stephanie f.

Awesome stay at Life's A Bear!

stephanie f.

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Zion, IL

Wonderful Stay

A guest from Zion, IL

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Home away from home!!!

Katrina B.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

I would stay here again!