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MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR

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Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Maggie Valley, NC
  • Place, Tube World
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Maggie Valley Gem Mine
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR

Mountain Joy Cottage #10, Big Bear, is decorated in a bear theme. This romance cottage is equipped with a jacuzzi tub.

Originally the homestead of Maggie Setzer, for whom Maggie Valley was named, the land that Mountain Joy sits is a special place. You will become enchanted with it’s mountain charm, family atmosphere and character. We offer all the modern conveniences you would expect with the year-round access and seclusion that very few can offer.

Enjoy the peaceful country setting of our cottages. We have one, two and four bedroom cottages all equipped with wood burning fireplaces, cable TV, internet and kitchens ready to cook a home made meal. Outside the porches have rocking chairs so you can enjoy your morning coffee or enjoy the sunset on the mountains in the evening. Our glass enclosed outdoor pool (seasonal) offers a delightful place to relax.

Mountain Joy Cottages are centrally located in the heart of Maggie Valley just one block up Setzer Cove Road with easy access to all of the area attractions. We are just minutes off of the Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The area is loaded with craft, antique and gift shops. The great outdoors offers horseback riding, golf on area mountain courses, trout fishing in streams, white water rafting and scenic drives. Snow skiing and tubing is available for the entire family at Cataloochee Ski Area. Nightlife includes everything from Jazz to Bluegrass, clogging or dinner entertainment. Our cottages are just a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountain Railway, Asheville and The Biltmore Estate, Cherokee and the Indian Reservation and Harrah’s Casino and historic downtown Waynesville.

Whatever the season, Mountain Joy Cottages and the Great Smokies have something very special to offer. From the wildflowers of spring, to the blaze of colors in the fall or the serenity of winter, come visit and make lasting memories at Mountain Joy Cottages.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Does MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR on 2 Apr 2026 start from AU$176, 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 MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #10- BIG BEAR located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Tube World and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Maggie Valley Opry House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Mini vacation

Our three day stay was very pleasant. We found the cabin clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. The cabin was convenient to the main road.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Mountain Joy

Very comfortable, cozy and just the right size for the 2 of us and our dog!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joann C.

Liked: Communication, location
The trees from the porch was blocking most of the view. The bed was hard not enough hot water. There were also spider webs in the bathroom right around the window. I have to say it was in a good location close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Cabin

Our two night stay was wonderful. This was our second time staying in this cabin. The cabin was clean. There were plenty of linens. We enjoyed being lazy and sitting around the fireplace. The bed was comfy and extra pillows and blankets were provided.The office staff were kind when we arrived. We can't wait to stay again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mandy R.

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

Bear cabin

Bed was horrible, sheets stained, floors dirty, air filter dirty, hot tub dirty, and didn’t feel safe with out a deadbolt on the doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NathannKelly N.

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

ELK

The cabin was cute, its an older cabin but still had charm. There are ELK that wander through the yard and eat apples off of the tree right there in front of you!!!!! Absolutely Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is our second time in this unit. Very quiet location on the pond. Very nice location for a couples weekend getaway. Enjoyed the hot tub and comfortable bed. Wood burning fireplace is a nice touch as well. Bring your own food, as there isn't a good reliable restaurant in Maggie Valley. Unit was very clean upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darryl S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Nice place but.

Office never responded to any of my request.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great cabin getaway

It was our second time staying here & we very much enjoyed our time. Prior to our trip, we did message the property managers asking questions but never received any answers. The cabin was very clean except for some dirty dishes & cutlery (dried food, etc) that we had to clean ourselves before they could be used. Suggestions would be to upgrade the blinds so that all could be opened (missing parts) & microwave to higher power model. Refrigerator also could be upgraded for a more aesthetically pleasing vibe (it looked like ALOT of mold on the outside of the fridge). Overall, we enjoyed our stay & hope to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Apex, NC

Big Bear

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoy the Maggie Valley area and this specific location and will return to the area. However, this cabin needs to be cleaned better; nothing a little loving can't take care of.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

Cozy and Clean

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 loved our time at Mountain Joy Cottages! We stayed in the Big Bear cabin. It was very clean and cozy, perfect for the 2 of us and our dog. The property is absolutely stunning this time of year. We enjoyed relaxing out on the front porch, overlooking the pond and all the colorful leaves. Will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Just a little get away

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 outside cabin needs maintenance. The hand rail is broken and some boards on roof are coming off. Gutters need cleaning. Overall the cabin location was quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed the stay and will definitely be returning back to Mountain Joy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Maggie

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: A very nice weekend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

LOVE 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 cabin is very cozy and comfortable. The staff with Carolina Vacations is so kind and makes sure everything is in perfect condition. I will ALWAYS stay at this cabin when I visit Maggie Valley and I will ALWAYS use Carolina Vacations / Mountain Joy Cabins for my reservation. I enjoyed my stay thoroughly and I look forward to another vacation and staying at this cabin.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Josh H.

Good just needs some better cleaning

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin isn’t a bad place but you could use a better cleaning crew. There were cobwebs in places such as the curtain rods and just kind of dusty in general. There were a pair of dusty jeans that have been under the bed for a good while. Feet also turned black after walking on the floor. TV remotes also didn’t work so I’m assuming they had dead batteries.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Susan I.

May 2023 stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good. Just a few things we asked to have fixed and was compensated for them
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Great 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: We booked this room for a weekend getaway and was very pleased with the whole experience! Beautiful view and the room was perfect!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Always a great place to 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: This is my 2nd time making my reservation with Carolina Vacations, Inc. They are always professional, pleasant and the cabins are perfect. I will always use them for my vacations to Maggie Valley, NC.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Stoneville, NC

Nice but some minor issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The process of renting was great. Phone was answered and everyone was very friendly and helpful. The cabin was fine but for a few issues. The loveseat was horrible. Can't say this strongly enough. TV was tiny and only 1 in the cabin. You have to wash and put dishes before leaving but there is no dish soap to wash with. Do not use anything without washing. One show door is off the track and cannot be moved. Dust hangs off the wall behind the bed in clumps.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Stoneville, NC

Nice but some minor issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The process of renting was great. Phone was answered and everyone was very friendly and helpful. The cabin was fine but for a few issues. The loveseat was horrible. Can't say this strongly enough. TV was tiny and only 1 in the cabin. You have to wash and put dishes before leaving but there is no dish soap to wash with. Do not use anything without washing. One show door is off the track and cannot be moved. Dust hangs off the wall behind the bed in clumps.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Stoneville, NC

Nice but some minor issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The process of renting was great. Phone was answered and everyone was very friendly and helpful. The cabin was fine but for a few issues. The loveseat was horrible. Can't say this strongly enough. TV was tiny and only 1 in the cabin. You have to wash and put dishes before leaving but there is no dish soap to wash with. Do not use anything without washing. One show door is off the track and cannot be moved. Dust hangs off the wall behind the bed in clumps.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Stoneville, NC

Nice but some minor issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The process of renting was great. Phone was answered and everyone was very friendly and helpful. The cabin was fine but for a few issues. The loveseat was horrible. Can't say this strongly enough. TV was tiny and only 1 in the cabin. You have to wash and put dishes before leaving but there is no dish soap to wash with. Do not use anything without washing. One show door is off the track and cannot be moved. Dust hangs off the wall behind the bed in clumps.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Tampa, FL

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

Always Amazing

Everything you could want for a cozy, comfy getaway is right here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

Fall in the mountains

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: Fall mountain vacation. Do it every year. Love it. Location is fantastic.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Harry S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Christmas Week

The cabin was sweet, perfect size for a couple.……the furniture was impossible to get comfortable in, wifi service was poor, there are cracks in the walls to the outside and the fireplace didn’t have a good draw.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

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