10/10 Excellent
kimberly s.
27 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing anniversary weekend
kimberly s.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Cabin
Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Old Fort, NC
- Chimney Rock State Park
- Catawba Falls24 min drive
- Lake Lure36 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)52 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
About this property
Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR
Black Bear Summit, formerly Cool View Cabin, offers awe-inspiring views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake Lure, and the peaceful rolling ridges beyond. Nestled atop Gateway Mountain, a private, 3,000-acre nature preserve, this charming log cabin is the perfect retreat for family and friends seeking a quiet getaway that's still convenient to all that Western North Carolina has to offer.
About the Home
• Spacious kitchen with gourmet 6-burner gas range, dishwasher, two types of coffee makers (standard Drip and Keurig), and island seating for 4
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6
• Living room with wood stove, smart TV (streaming and satellite), books, games, and puzzles
• Wrap-around deck with outdoor dining and additional seating
• Upper-level loft with dedicated workspace and reading nook
• Lower-level recreation space with a poker table and access to the lower-level patio with a hot tub
Where to Unwind
• Two main-level bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower and a jetted soaking tub, can be accessed from the hallway
• Upper-level primary bedroom with king-size bed, Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and clawfoot soaking tub
Where to Explore
• Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 22 minutes
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Frisbee's | 24 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trailhead | 28 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 30 minutes
• Lake Lure & Chimney Rock State Park | 30 minutes
• Blue Ridge Parkway | 35 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 45 minutes
• Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls!
Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snow plow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles.
We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community.
About the Home
• Spacious kitchen with gourmet 6-burner gas range, dishwasher, two types of coffee makers (standard Drip and Keurig), and island seating for 4
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6
• Living room with wood stove, smart TV (streaming and satellite), books, games, and puzzles
• Wrap-around deck with outdoor dining and additional seating
• Upper-level loft with dedicated workspace and reading nook
• Lower-level recreation space with a poker table and access to the lower-level patio with a hot tub
Where to Unwind
• Two main-level bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower and a jetted soaking tub, can be accessed from the hallway
• Upper-level primary bedroom with king-size bed, Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and clawfoot soaking tub
Where to Explore
• Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 22 minutes
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Frisbee's | 24 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trailhead | 28 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 30 minutes
• Lake Lure & Chimney Rock State Park | 30 minutes
• Blue Ridge Parkway | 35 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 45 minutes
• Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls!
Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snow plow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles.
We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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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 first aid kit
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. The Merry Wine Market and Lake Lure Adventure Company are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby
- Old Fort Railroad Museum - 18 min drive - 13.9 km
- Catawba Falls - 24 min drive - 19.6 km
- Lake Tomahawk - 30 min drive - 27.2 km
- Lake Lure - 36 min drive - 27.9 km
- Biltmore Estate - 49 min drive - 53.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Hillman Beer - 19 min drive
- Hardee's - 18 min drive
- Legends on the Lake - 33 min drive
- Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Marissa H.
12 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Nice property
Marissa H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie L.
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous place and view
Debbie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick M., Charlotte, NC, USA
4 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Patrick M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
justin y.
9 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
justin y.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea V.
16 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with gorgeous view
Chelsea V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Peter W.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Million Dollar View
Peter W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shelby W.
29 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and scenery
Shelby W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
7 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Family Getaway
Julie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Olga P.
21 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view!
Olga P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jean H.
14 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely!
Jean H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
16 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended weekend
Kevin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn H.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Getaway
Carolyn H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dave B.
8 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Getaway
Dave B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Away
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandy L., Pawleys Island, South Carolina
10 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable View!!!!!!
Sandy L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kim G.
6 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at the cabin
Kim G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jared F.
9 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing View!!!
Jared F.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
David M.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holy crap those mountains really are blue!
David M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
22 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood and house with a view
Michelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Wiley H.
4 July 2018
Loved It!
Wiley H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Edith B.
3 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view!
Edith B.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
8 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking views from Cozy Cool View
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Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent
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5 June 2018
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About the host
Hosted by Greybeard Rentals
Greybeard Rentals manages over 225 vacation rentals in Asheville, Black Mountain, Lake James, and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. A locally owned and operated business for over 25 years, Greybeard Rentals team of 20+ rental specialists are available to provide 24/7 rental emergency support for any rental issues that arise. They are also available to assist with any questions you may have about restaurant recommendations, activities, and more
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