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Explore Gatlinburg & Stay at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all!

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Exterior
Our Front Picnic Table for you to have lunch outside or just enjoy the scenery
Locally Crafted Hand Carved Front Door
Beautiful All Wood Spiral Staircase
The comfortable sofa with a Queen Pullout Sleeper with a upgraded mattress

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5135.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Gatlinburg, TN
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Explore Gatlinburg & Stay at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all!

In the Smoky Mountains, you can find this warm 2-bedroom cottage in Gatlinburg. Nestled in a serene setting, you'll be just a short 9-minute drive from the renowned Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and an 11-minute drive from the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Unwind in the inviting hot tub, curl up by the fireplace, or enjoy a movie night with the smart TV and satellite/cable channels. The fully stocked kitchen allows you to savor home-cooked meals, while the washer and dryer provide the convenience of doing laundry during your stay. Explore the nearby Island at Pigeon Forge, just a 13-minute drive away, for endless entertainment and dining options. With amenities like free WiFi, air conditioning, and outdoor furniture, this cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure for your Smoky Mountain getaway.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets Fees will be added Weight and Limits apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors Only
Please add your pet to your stay. There is a pet fee for 2 pets higher fee for additional if approved Guest Limit is Enforced
You must supply a list of names and ages of guests staying at the cabin. There is a 5 Person max capacity violation will result deposit and removal
Late check out will result in fee Damage will result in fee More guests than confirmed will result in fee Pet undisclosed will result in fee

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 in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights. Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Anakeesta are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Anakeesta - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • SkyPark - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in Gatlinburg at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Relax in Gatlinburg at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in Gatlinburg at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax in Gatlinburg at The Curious Bear Cabin Private & close to it all! located?

Located in the heart of Gatlinburg, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park, Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf and Historic Ogle Log Cabin. Cooter's Place and Traffic Light #3 are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 341 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jlr z.

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

Quiet retreat near lots of activity.

We had a wonderful week at the Curious Bear Cabin. Property was exactly as advertised and described. Owner was extremely responsive and helpful. The cabin was clean, comfortable and welcoming with many cozy/charming touches.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Home away from home

The cabin was very comfortable & peacefulWe had no issuesWe enjoyed our trip very much
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Beautiful mountain retreat

A sweet cabin close to it all with that far away feeling. The bed was super comfortable and nice touches like coffee set and soaps shampoo lotion were appreciated. We enjoyed the hot tub. Love the landscaping too. Would highly recommend and would return. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHeryl S.

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

Great couple’s getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the Curious Bear cabin. Jeremy and Jennifer were great hosts and available if needed. The cabin is decorated beautifully and in a scenic quiet spot but still a quick to drive to Gatlinburg activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie R.

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

Perfect family of 4 cabin!

We had a wonderful time at the Curious Bear! Our children, 7 and 4, loved the hot tub, their lofted room and finding bears in all the decor. Great location, comfortable beds, quiet location but quick drive to attractions, 2 full bathrooms ideal and laundry!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Perfection!

Before arriving, all communication from owners was very thorough and helpful. The cabin was easy to find with a great location! Our family of four loved our stay. It was clean, comfortable and very cozy! We enjoyed the amenities the cabin offered including the laundry, kitchen and of course, the hot tub. Overall, a wonderful cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi F.

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

Fun mountain getaway for couple/small family!

My (now) husband and I got married at the Little Log Wedding Chapel in Gatlinburg. We each have a daughter who were both with us (age 15 and 21)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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

Great!

Location was perfect for visiting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, nice and quiet with distance from other properties. Separate space for kids worked out great, and the hot tub is a nice bonus. Definitely will consider staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARRIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Great place

We had a great time. The cabin was very clean. I would recommend this place to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Perfect location

We loved everything about this cabin. Great location with beautiful views, quiet, cozy and comfortable. Good location away from busy Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge yet only minutes away. Definitely on our list if we come back this way!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Best cabin in the Smokey!!!

We stay here every year and always been great!! Great location, tuck away between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Beautiful cabin

Cabin is in like new condition. According to the owner it had burnt and rebuilt in 2017. The amenities were in excess of what other cabins we had rented in the past. Coffee being supplied was a plus. Cabin is exactly as portrayed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Great experience

It was beautiful and the experience was great. Loved the atmosphere and plenty of room in cabin. Not to far to go do things in town
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

The Pine Cabin

Beautiful cabin with bear decor everywhere, but trying to get football games Sat and Sun was a chore
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Beautiful cabin, great location

My husband and I really loved the cabin and the location. My dog and I watched the sunrise on the back deck every morning. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb W.

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

Honeymoon

Perfect spot!!! Close enough to everything but far enough to relax from the noise. Beautiful cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Very nice cabin

The cabin was very nice! The hot tub was a nice extra. Laundry on site was great because we did a lot of hiking in the park and needed to wash/dry things. It’s very convenient to the park as well as Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Loved the authentic cabin feel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

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

Home away from home

The Curious Bear was the perfect cabin for our family of 4! Our boys loved the loft bedroom and hot tub. Jennifer was quick to respond to any questions we had before we booked, checked on us after our first night and wished us a safe trip home! It was clean, decorated with fall decor and better than what we expected. 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Perfect location!

We loved it! It is just about ideal location wise, being right between Pidgeon Forge and Gatlinburg. And despite being so close to all the activity, it still felt very remote and removed. The king size bed was so comfy too! The place is clean and well appointed. Instructions were clear for check in/check out. It was a very nice stay. Our only negative is that the kid bedroom area upstairs is an open loft, so that bedroom has no way of shutting out the light/noise from the living room. We had to hang out in the bedroom and give the kids some time to fall asleep before we could 'sneak out' and use the hot tub in the evening. Also if you have very young kids (early walkers), the stair case and bed set up might not be friendly. Our 3 year old did fall out of the twin bed once. She was fine, but it is something to keep in mind. Over all though, we loved it. We'd definitely stay here again if we find ourselves in the area again. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittani B.

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

Perfect family cabin

The cutest cabin! Stocked with everything you would need. Great view. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla P.

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

A real treat

this cabin gets very good ratings but you just never know. In my opinion, every single one was spot on. We traveled with our dog Tedi and she is 70 lbs. While staying in a cabin called "curious bear", traveling with a dog may seem like a bad idea. It wasn't. There was plenty to do in town with her and even just hanging at the cabin was great. We didn't see a bear all weekend thinking they might have smelled Tedi. But, right before we left, we saw a bear and her cubs. Tedi was not close to the bears and barked like crazy. very exciting and not scary because we were given good information about the area. don't miss this little jewel!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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We started coming to the Smokies in 2006 and have come back every year since. We finally decided this is where we want to spend our retirement. But we still have some years until that happens so we decided to buy a cabin ourselves, With the hopes of staying and sharing it with others until we make the big move for good. We love everything about Tennessee & are so happy to share it with you

Why they chose this property

We chose this cabin in Gatlinburg because we love being close to the town and all the festivals and action, yet we are in in a private area secluded and surrounded by nature. You get the best of both worlds. We have been visiting Gatlinburg for 10 years now and there is always new and old things we cant wait to do each time we are here. You will love the area and all the things to do.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this home because of how private the location is yet you are 5 minutes to town. The cabin decks are a great place to sit with your morning coffee and breathe the mountain air. Being minutes to both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg and in the middle of nature its truly a wonderful place to relax and unwind

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English

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