Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone pathway.
A hot tub with a view of a mountainous landscape.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.
Living room with floor-to-ceiling mountain views, wood stove, and Smart TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Old Fort, NC
  • Place, Waterfall Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Falls
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this cabin is in the mountains. Riverside Riding Stables and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Old Fort Railroad Museum and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Black Mountain Center for the Arts and The Merry Wine Market are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Waterfall Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pisgah National Forest - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum - 20 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 25 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Catawba Falls - 26 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Davis Country Store & Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Waterfall Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Catawba River and Mountain Gateway Museum. Arrowhead Monument and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
It's awesome to hear that Black Bear Summit provided an exceptional stay, and we look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in the mountains of Old Fort near Asheville. Incredible view of the Smokey Mountains. Very clean. Just as advertised. All of the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're so glad you had an amazing stay, and we look forward to hosting your next mountain getaway.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful, the hot tub was perfect for relaxing at the end of the day and the kitchen was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
James, we're so pleased to hear you had an overall great stay at Black Bear Summit and especially enjoyed the hot tub and kitchen. We appreciate you choosing us at Greybeard and hope you'll keep us in mind for future trips to Western NC!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is awesome!! The view is incredible and something you want to come back to. The kitchen is perfect, and it has plenty of space to just relax and enjoy the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Siddharth, thank you so much for your five-star review of Black Bear Summit! We're thrilled you loved the incredible mountain views, well-equipped kitchen, and ample space to spread out and relax. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent view
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Jennifer, we're so glad you enjoyed the amazing view at Black Bear Summit! We appreciate your five-star review and would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. The views were spectacular and the hot tub was a nice touch. The rooms were super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Anna, thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review of Black Bear Summit! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the spectacular views and relaxing hot tub. We’d love to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Nice property

We had a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2021
Marissa, we're pleased to hear that you had an overall great stay at Cool View Cabin. We really appreciate you choosing Greybeard Rentals and taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us, and we hope you will consider staying with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay!

Property and views were incredible, cannot wait to go back! Whole process was seamless and this made vacation that much more enjoyable- plus hot tub wasn't too bad either!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2020
Patrick, we're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Cool View Cabin, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share it with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing anniversary weekend

The view is outstanding. Cabin is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Kimberly, happy belated anniversary! We're honored that you chose a Greybeard property to celebrate your special occasion, and we're thrilled you loved Black Bear Summit and its incredible mountain views. We appreciate your kind review and hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place and view

Great rental beautiful has everything you could possibly need
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Debbie, we're thrilled that you had an exceptional stay at Black Bear Summit, and appreciate you recommending Greybeard and this home to future guests. We look forward to helping you plan your next trip to the mountains soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

We had a great time. The view was absolutely beautiful and cabin was really nice. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024
Excellent! We're so happy you had an amazing getaway at Black Bear Summit, and we look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool View Cabin

Great cabin and even better customer service through Greybeard Rentals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2021
Natasa, we're pleased to hear that you had an overall amazing stay at Cool View Cabin, and we're extremely happy to hear that the customer service through Greybeard Rentals was excellent and enhanced your experience that much more. We appreciate you taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us and future guests, and we hope to welcome you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Getaway

We really enjoyed the tranquility of the house and the view was breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2024
Justin, we're so pleased that you had an amazing getaway at Black Bear Summit and enjoyed the tranquil setting and breathtaking mountain views. We appreciate you choosing us at Greybeard, and we look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin with gorgeous view

We visited to celebrate my 40th birthday and it was perfect! We really enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub and enjoying the breathtaking view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
Chelsea, happy belated birthday! We're so honored that you chose a Greybeard property to celebrate such a special occasion, and we're delighted to hear that you had such an amazing and relaxing getaway at Cool View Cabin and enjoyed the hot tub and breathtaking views. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us, and we hope to welcome you back to the area very soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Spring Break 2021

Great visit and beautiful view of the mountains!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2021
Daniel, we're delighted to hear that you had an overall great stay at Cool View Cabin and loved the beautiful mountain views. We really appreciate you choosing Greybeard Rentals and taking the time to share your feedback with us, and we hope to welcome you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place and scenery

5 stars all around. Would go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2022
Shelby, we're delighted to hear that you had an exceptional getaway at Black Bear Summit! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Family Getaway

We had an amazing time with family. The house was spacious, clean and well equipped. The views are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2023
Julie, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such a fantastic Christmas getaway at Black Bear Summit and enjoyed the spacious interior and stunning views. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

The cabin was just as advertised, very nice and clean with amazing views! It was well stocked for cooking and a great location to access Asheville, the larger mountains, and Lake Lure. We would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
Jennifer, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional stay at Black Bear Summit. We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to helping you plan your next mountain getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get Away

The pics of the location were very accurate. View is stunning and you are truly on top of a mountain. Amenities were perfect and the hot tub a nice addition to use at the end of the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
We're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an exceptional getaway at Black Bear Summit and loved the stunning views and fantastic amenities. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

The property is absolutely beautiful. When we got there it was very clean and had an easy check in process. The renters were readily available if anything went wrong. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Carolyn, thank you for your five-star review and recommendation of Black Bear Summit! We're delighted that you had an exceptional experience, and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Getaway

Impressive accommodations and incredible views! The management company was very helpful and responsive to the couple of minor concerns. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2023
Dave, thank you for your five-star review and recommendation of Black Bear Summit! We're delighted that you enjoyed the incredible accommodations and views, and we're pleased to hear that your interactions with the Greybeard team enhanced your experience all the more. We look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time at the cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our New Year weekend at the cabin. It exceeded our expectations. We will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2021
Kim, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional NYE getaway at Cool View Cabin. We really appreciate you choosing Greybeard Rentals and taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Million Dollar View

Fantastic cabin. Everything was wonderful. I’ve stayed in over 100 cabins in my life and this has the best view without question!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Peter, we're glad you had a fantastic experience at Black Bear Summit and enjoyed the million-dollar views! We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing view close to endless fun

Our group of six had an amazing trip. The views off the back deck are stunning and the hot tub was lovely in the snow. The cabin itself was very clean and well appointed, and very close to many hikes and breweries. The Greybeard staff was very accommodating and helpful as well. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2021
Gene, we're so pleased to hear that you and your group had an overall amazing stay at Cool View Cabin and enjoyed the convenient location, luxury hot tub, stunning mountain views, and clean, well-appointed interior. We're also very happy to hear that your interactions with the reservationists at Greybeard just enhanced your experience that much more. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing View!!!

Overall my family and I had a fantastic trip and would highly recommend this location for a quiet getaway, but still nearby popular hikes and the food/beer scene of Asheville.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Jared, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an exceptional getaway at Black Bear Summit and loved the quiet setting, amazing views, and close proximity to nearby hiking trails and activities in town. We appreciate you taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
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