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Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all

Ski-in/ski-out cabin with hot tub

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Property grounds
Pool
Outdoor spa tub
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled in the heart of Chalet Village North, Bears Among Us offers a tranquil retreat with the Great Smoky Mountains as your backdrop. From your private hot tub or front porch, take in breathtaking views of Mt. LeConte while enjoying complete seclusion from neighboring homes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all

Bears Among Us is VERY close to DT Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Park Entrances. My log home was thankfully not taken during the great fire of 2016 and is made hand-hewn logs unlike all of the newer homes recently built. The bears actively go by my house and often explore my deck or try to get into guests cars. Guests have sent so many pictures over the years. I love Chalet Village North and my house which is not on the main road so much more privacy and little traffic. It is conveniently accessible from two of the main roads. We finally choose our name after a mom and her two baby bears visited us several times (actually walking up onto our deck and looking around).

Getting Around is a SNAP. Go down Wiley Oakley to get to Pigeon Forge or down Ski Mountain Road to get to Downtown Gatlinburg. Bears Among Us is on Oak Place which is a road that see's little traffic. There is only two other homes up our road and both sit behind my house. So you can sit on the front porch looking toward Mt. LeConte with you cup of coffee in your PJs. It looks east toward the mountains and we have no other houses below us as so many other do. It is in a more private location in the heart of the mountainside. We see No Roofs and only a view of the Great Smokey Mountain's. We are high enough and away from the road, unlike many homes for rent, so you can jump into the hot tub or trot out to the Charcoal Grill in whatever type of outfit you might have on.

Bears Among Us is a true log cabin with a comfortable interior with large couches and chairs, a nice eat in dining table and fully appointed kitchen. The bathrooms are all done in tile and bling and there are two large king beds. A Full Size Smudge Proof Stainless Steel Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove and Under Mount Sink is ready for you. And yes we have plenty of dishes so you can cook "at home" if you want. There is a crockpot, mixer, skillets, pots and pans plus some sugar and spice and everything nice. We often use VRBO when we are travel and do not like going into a totally empty place that doesn't even have the basic daily household amenities.

The home has two bedrooms of which one is located in the loft. At the top of the stairs is a nook with a fold down Futon. It has a 42" table and an Xbox, so we call it the gaming nook. . installed a brand new Gaming Nook in the loft. There is a King Size bed along with another full sized bath with a built in cabinet where you can keep all your grooming and beauty supplies while at Bears Among Us.

The downstairs bedroom has a corner juccuzi tub. The tub includes a heater that comes on when the whirlpool is turned on. It is a great experience to be able to lounge in the tub while watching your favorite show on the flat panel TV that is mounted to the wall. This can be articulated to view from the bathtub or the bed, wonderful. Above the tub are some dimmable vintage lights that can be set to just the level you want by sliding a small toggle that is part of the switch.

The Master Suite also has a King Sized Master Bed, a Bose Soundlink (so you can play the music you like by just linking your device to the unit) and an LED light system that you can control to get the perfect atmosphere for you.

When you walk into Bears Among Us you will see a stone wood-burning fireplace in the middle of the room with a a 65" Sony Ultra 4K TV above it.

We do not have a Foosball Table, a Pool Table, an Air Hockey Table at this point. Hundred's of other places do but we know that after long day enjoying all the activities that is offered in the Great Smokey Mountains, many people just want to sit down for a relaxing activity in one of the comfy couches or simply cook up a yummy snack to be served at the pub height kitchen table. So we put in the Bose Soundlink, Xbox and a DVD Player.

We are often asked about pets. Our other vacation rental is pet friendly as we love our dogs and they are always with us. We found that there isn't very many pet friendly places in the National Park and when we had some bear visitors we decided that Bears Among Us would not be the best place for pet guests. So although dogs have been in my home before this isn't the place for pet guests.

When you leave Bears Among Us you can get to Pigeon Forge in about 15 minutes and Gatlinburg in 10 minutes or be in the National Park in 8 minutes.

So much to do and what a great home away from home awaits you at Bears Among Us.


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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Must let host know the reason for your visit, how many guests are in your party within 24 hours of booking or host has the right to cancel. Thank you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Chalet Village, a neighborhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • SkyPark - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Anakeesta - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all located?

Located in the mountains, this Chalet Village cabin offering ski-in/ski-out access is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Bears like going by Bears Among Us & house is off main road but close to it all Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 277 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

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

Fun Getaway

Stayed for a weekend trip with friends, everything was great and worth the drive :))
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Great overnight getaway

The cabin was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian O.

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

Amazing

Great anniversary trip! Cabin so cozy and comfy! Host was amazing and easy to communicate! Saw 5 bears while there!!! Even as close as the front porch. Was a little bummed washer was out of order- wish I had a heads up before our stay. This is our 3rd time using this cabin and for sure want to go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannan H.

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

Wonderful experience!

The house was very clean and cozy and all the amenities were super nice. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

missy e.

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

Great stay

The cabin is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Home

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

Hebert’s Vacation

Enjoyed every second of our family vacation! Great location, view, and loved the hot tub and fireplace. Saw a family of bears!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gracie A.

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

Downtime

Very nice place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colt V.

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

Excellent

Very clean, great location, and friendly host! GREAT trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

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

Everything was great, the road was quite curvy.

Everything was beautiful and I would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Mary Kay B.

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

Cozy cabin!

Our second time staying at Bears Amoung Us! The cabin has a lot to offer with its location, cozy vibe and hot tub! We love our stays there!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin B.

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

Great hideaway!

This cabin was a great hideaway for the weekend. We spent some time in town but it was perfect for us to get away for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly B.

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

Short get away

Just stayed for the night! The cabin is clean and directions were easy to follow, only issue was the hot tub was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christel C.

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

Awesome

Great area and great space!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We truly loved the cabin. It was very clean and felt like home. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

We saw bears

Had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes R.

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

Great Cabin!

Bears Among Us was a great place for our short getaway! It was as clean as you would expect a cabin in the mountains to be and the location was close to all we wanted to do at Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and the National Park. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

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

Nice Family Get Away

This cabin was everything we were looking for. We wanted to get away and enjoy time together as a family and we got just that. The views going up and down the mountain were breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Trip!

We recently stayed at the Bears Among Us cabin and really enjoyed our stay. Check in was easy and the cabin was clean. It was a peaceful stay which is exactly what we were looking for. The roads up to the cabin are steep and curvy but I was prepared for that and we had no issue getting to the cabin or finding it. The location was convenient to activities in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge but still far enough away from the crowds. I did contact the host Pamela while there and she responded very quickly. I would definitely rent this cabin again in the future it felt like home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene M.

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

Bears Among Us

Excellent spot close to town and National Park. We loved seeing the bear everyday walk down our drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

nancy j.

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

Fun Times!

It was a nice cabin. Peaceful. Close to Gatlinburg. We would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BillyCynthia D.

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

Excellent property

Property was as described. Very nice and was clean. Pamela was very responsive. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren H.

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

Comfy cabin

Clean, comfortable and has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg p.

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

Great place!

Everything was great. Very relaxing and lots of bear activity,
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Us time

It was my wife and my first time to the Smoky’s, and we couldn’t have picked a better place to stay. The cabin was exactly as described in the listing if not better. Great location to everything. We would definitely stay there again. Our only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Teofila Z.

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

Enjoyed my stay

It’s was a very cozy cabin and was really relaxing. We went on Christmas and loved how there was a Christmas tree. We also do a mama bear, and the hot tub was very clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023