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Cottage in Bryson City with kitchen and patio

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Bear Trot - Welcome to Bear Trot
Outdoor Hot Tub - Covered hot tub
Exterior - Entrance to the cabin with a circle driveway.
Aerial View - Aerial view of the cabin
Kitchen - Full kitchen with island and bar stools for extra seating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Tuckasegee River
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad

To celebrate Yellow Rose’s 30th anniversary, we are offering a Year of Specials.
Book a stay at a participating cabin during the time frame, you get a free night.

If you stay during:
October- Stay 6 nights, the 6th night is free
Nov-Dec- Stay 4 nights, the 4th night is free

*Valid for new reservations only
** Excludes holidays
*** Prices shown reflect discount
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Welcome to Bear Trot! This gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2 bath Smoky Mountain cabin rental is the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing vacation getaway.

Bear Trot is within a 5 minute drive to downtown Bryson City and a fifteen minute drive to downtown Cherokee. Perfect location for the "on the go" vacation or if you are just wanting to "chill" Bear Trot is perfect for you.

The main living area gas fireplace, upscale furnishings, flat screen TV, cathedral ceiling and abundant windows that seemingly bring the outdoors in.

Bear Trot provides a fully equipped kitchen which provides you with all the modern appliances and utensils to treat all of your guests to a delicious home cooked meal while on vacation in the Smoky Mountains.

The first of three bedrooms you will find a luxurious king, in-suite full bath and flat screen TV. The second bedroom offers a queen bed and the third bedroom offers two twins. All bedrooms have their own TV. The second and third bedroom are located across the breezeway from the main-living area.

If you’re coming to the mountains to have fun with friends and family, then you’re going to love the convenient location of Bear Trot. Here you’ll enjoy relaxing on the sofa or watching your favorite TV programs on the flat screen TV or hanging out in the screened in breezeway.

There are steps leading to bubbling hot tub from the breezeway. Just off of the front porch, you’ll also find your very own fire pit - perfect for gathering around with your friends and family, gazing at the stars and keeping warm on those chilly Smoky Mountain nights. Who's ready for Smores?

If you’re in need of a little R and R and want to experience the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy all there is to see and do in Bryson City and Cherokee, then you have to plan your stay at Bear Trot today!


Cabin Amenities:
3 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
Hot tub
5 Minute Drive to Downtown Bryson City
Sleeps 8
Fire Pit
Gas Grill
Covered Porch
Screened in Breezeway
No Smoking
Central A/C
Gas Fireplace
TV
Satellite
Washer/Dryer
Microwave
Dishwasher
Private

Important Information Before Booking Your Yellow Rose Cabin Rental

Mountain Roads:
Be prepared for steep, narrow, and curvy roads, both state-maintained and private.
Gravel roads are common.
These roads are part of the mountain charm but may require extra caution while driving.
Vehicle Requirements:

Yellow Rose prioritizes your safety.
Cabin descriptions will specify if 4WD, AWD, or FWD is required for access.
Call Yellow Rose before booking if you plan to bring motorcycles to inquire about motorcycle-friendly cabins.
If you have any concerns about accessing your cabin, call Yellow Rose before arrival for a discussion.
Yellow Rose Cabin Rentals:

Top-rated customer service
Locally owned and operated since 1995
Committed to giving back to the local community
Offers 24/7 emergency assistance

*discount excludes existing reservations*

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No 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
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 deadlock

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cottage is in a rural area. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Cottage Craftsman are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oconaluftee Indian Village and Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.
Map
Bryson City, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 5 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Customer Appreciation Year!! See Discount information in Ad located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians and The Cottage Craftsman are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

sherry S.

Family vacation

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: It was a great location, very clean and peaceful. We enjoyed we have stayed Oct and going back in a couple of weeks
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Saint Augustine, FL

Great stay at Bear Trot!

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 great stay at Bear Trot cabin. The layout was perfect for 2 families to each have separate areas and the dividing play area was the icing on the cake. The home was fully stocked with everything you need and the decorations made us feel right at home. Looking forward to our next stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time during our stay. The house was very warm and inviting and did not disappoint at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Perfect

We loved our stay! Not sure the pilot light was lit on the gas log
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach B.

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

Wonderful Extended Weekend Trip

Our group had the best stay here at Bear Trot! Check-in was easy and everything was very clean. Beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was nice. This is in a great location close to everything. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

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

Relaxing in the Woods

We enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch, evening hot tub and our children's company. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S., Columbus,Ohio

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

Amazing

Quiet, secluded, gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

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

Wonderful house

We loved this house! Beds were so comfortable. The hot tub was great. There were tons of games and toys for the kids to play with. The area was close enough to town to be a short drive but far enough away enough to be secluded and private. We had to contact the rental property once about the electric fireplace but they responded so quickly and came and fixed it. He was so helpful and very courteous. There are lot of extra space heaters, tons of towels and lots of little extras that make the house even better! We will be back and cannot say enough great things about this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAMMIE B.

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

Precious cabin! I just wish the screen in area was glass

Cabin is beautiful- I just wish the screen area was glass in for security reasons
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Home away from Home 🥰

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 keep coming back to this beautiful area & after many cabins, we have finally found our home base. Yellow Rose is so wonderful to work with; everything on the booking end is so organized and well thought out, I couldn’t imagine using anyone else! The Bear Trot has been our favorite so far- it is so well appointed- the footprint may be small, but everything feels quite spacious and inviting. I can’t say enough good things about the owners of this cabin- they put so much thought and love into each and every detail and IT SHOWS. Each piece of furniture seems to be hand picked for comfort. This is the first cabin I’ve stayed in where the mattresses were actually comfortable & you can fall into the couches for relaxing after a busy day. The “trot” the middle porch was perfect for early morning coffee or late afternoon board games. And the separation of the house is perfect for big families, families with older kids, or multiple families coming together. The kitchen was extremely well stocked, all the spices and cookware you could ever need. Each closet we opened (and there were MANY) were full of little “extras” the owner left for us all to enjoy. Every board game you could imagine, stacks of books, toy boxes of toys for the littles. My MIL read an entire book series while we were there! (Left by the gracious hosts) The only drawback to this cabin is the lack of WiFi. No biggie if you’re looking to get away, BUT pair this with a lack of cell service & it does complicate things. Imagine trying to call in or order dinner online after a long day, trying to pull up/research where a trail begins & ends, or finalize those train tickets. I understand WiFi isn’t easy to come by in this area, so I get it- just something to note. The location couldn’t be better. You’re so close to town, yet feel far away from it all. Overall, it was truly a one of a kind experience & we will be back. Highly recommend th
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10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Amazing House

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: I was absolutely blown away by this house. We were there for a week of riding motorcycles & this was the perfect house the four for us. From the hot tub to the fire pit and all the amenities inside were perfect. Screened in porch area was great while we waited for the rain to stop. I will 100% look at Yellow Rose for our next vacation in North Carolina.

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beatiful cabin in the mountains! looks new, has hottub and fire pit to enjoy in the evenings. close to town and GSMR. highly reccommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sherry S.

Great location and home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 was very well kept cabin, nice location and very clean and quite neighborhood, we had a problem with a lot, but the owner came out immediately and took care of it

6/10 Okay

Ruth R.

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

Mediocre, NO WIFI, we had a student who need to do assignments and family in hospital, no phone serv

The property was cute and good size. Owner cheaped out and stopped wi-fi; caused serious issues for us! We expext a sustantial refund! Even mgmt wasn't aware of wi-fi being disconnected.The tv was on sattelite and went out every time it rained (every day) Management was good, homeowner shouldn't be so scrimpy as much as the property costs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David C.

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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: The house was great. Very convenient location. Our grandkids enjoyed the hot tub. One bedroom unfortunately had either ants or termites crawling in from the ceiling, but the rental agency sent someone out to spray and that appeared to solve the problem. We recommend this house to others
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10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Cozy Getaway Perfect for Quality Family Time

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: Clean, lovely home in a beautiful setting! Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Mountain trip 2024

The house was great! Worked well for our needs. Very spacious and cool layout. Kids loved making smores at night. Close to all places we wanted to go and explore. The grill didn't work for us but that is the only thing that was wrong. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Very enjoyable

We loved staying in this lovely home. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buffett F.

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

Girls trip

Beautiful, spacious and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

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

2024 family vacation

Loved location and the dog trott cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Great Trip!

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: My family had a wonderful time at this cabin. It was perfect for kiddos, and we really enjoyed all the extra toys/movies/games!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candace F.

Clean and cute

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 cooking at this house and the huge island provided a perfect place for all our snacks and to set up the buffet for meals. The house was so clean, even the outdoor/screened spaces were well-cared for and spiderweb free, which is no small accomplishment! It feels secluded, but is very easy to find and so close to downtown.

8/10 Good

Ron O.

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

Bike teip

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Perfect

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 love this cabin. This was are 3 time staying at this cabin. Perfect hideaway. Everything you could need. Owners are wonderful to deal with. Loving care is shown in this cabin. Close to everything. Love the front porch and the porch in the middle. Will definitely be back❤️. We have even recommended the cabin to friends and they have stayed.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Chapel Hill, NC

Beautiful Bear Themed 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: We had a blast! It was so comfortable. The hot tub was a highlight and we got lots of use out of the porch. The home was clean and very beautifully built!

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