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Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor spa tub
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin

Romantic escape or family fun - why not both?

Bear Cub Chalet is your perfect pet-friendly retreat in Gatlinburg. Enjoy fantastic mountain views as you unwind in private hot tub, relax in the cedar sauna, and watch breathtaking sunsets from the private deck.

INSIDE: cozy fireplace, game room, king suite, full kitchen, washer/dryer, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Prime location—few minutes to Gatlinburg, trails, and attractions. Pet-friendly, summer pool access—the perfect place in the Smoky Mountains.

Our secluded mountain escape offers unparalleled privacy and breathtaking tranquility—perfect for couples, families, and pet lovers. At Bear Cub Chalet, you'll find the perfect balance of peace, comfort, and mountain adventure. Soak in your private hot tub after a day of hiking, warm up by the gas fireplace, or unwind in the cedar sauna as mountain mist rolls in. Kids and adults alike love the game loft with air hockey, classic arcade, and cozy spaces for togetherness. Furry friends are always welcome—this is a true pet-friendly retreat!

Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills or a quiet getaway among the pines, Bear Cub Chalet is where your Smoky Mountain memories begin.

★ Sleeps 6 (max 4 adults)
★ Three community pools (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
★ Only minutes from Downtown Gatlinburg (5 min), Pigeon Forge (20 min), Ober Mountain (5 min), and Great Smoky Mountains National Park

AMENITIES & FEATURES (or "WHAT YOU'LL LOVE")

🛁 Private hot tub with breathtaking mountain and treetop views

🔥 Cedar sauna for spa-like relaxation

🏔️ Secluded setting surrounded by soaring pines

🎮 Game loft: air hockey, Pac-Man arcade, and board games

🚗 Access via a narrow, 100-yard section of road – take it slow and enjoy the scenic approach to your private retreat!

🛏️ Master bedroom plus open loft sleeping area

👶 Kid-friendly amenities: Pack ’n Play, board games

💻 Work desk with monitor—ideal for remote work

🍳 Fully stocked kitchen for family meals

🔥 Outdoor gas grill (propane supplied)

📶 High-speed Wi-Fi & streaming TV

🐾 Pet-friendly—bring your furry companions!

🧺 Washer and dryer for your convenience

🚗 Free parking on-site

🔒 Easy self check-in with smart lock

🔥 Gas fireplace for cozy nights indoors

Enjoy private and exclusive access to the entire Bear Cub Chalet! You'll have full use of all amenities, including the private hot tub, cedar sauna, game loft, and fully stocked kitchen.

Entry is seamless with our smart lock system. A personalized access code will be sent to you before your arrival for convenient self-check-in at your leisure.

Note on Road Access: While most vehicles navigate our mountain roads easily, we recommend using a 4x4 or AWD vehicle during winter months or if icy conditions are expected.

Available 24x7 by text and phone.

Familiarity with mountain driving is necessary for this cabin and driving around the Smoky Mountains. NOTE: Road gets narrow for the last 100 yards. It is highly recommended to bring an all wheel drive in winter from late December to end of Jan.

Please remember, you're staying in our home, not a hotel. We kindly ask you to treat the space with respect. Should any issues arise during your stay, please notify us immediately so we can address them promptly.

PET ALLERGY ALERT
Our cabin is a dog-friendly home. While our cleaning team is thorough, it's impossible to remove every trace of pet hair. Please consider this if anyone in your group has severe pet allergies.
* Pet Fee: $75 total for up to two dogs.

HOUSE RULES
1. No parties or events allowed.
2. All smoking is done outside on the deck
3. Vape pens, smoke, incense, candles, illegal substances are not permitted in the or around the cabin.

ROAD ACCESS
** The last 100 yards is narrower, you need to be comfortable with mountain driving. **
While most vehicles navigate our mountain roads easily, we recommend a 4x4 or AWD vehicle, especially during winter months (typically Dec 15 - Feb 15) or if snow/ice is forecast, as mountain roads can be challenging in inclement weather.

HOT TUB CLEANING
For your safety and enjoyment, the hot tub is thoroughly cleaned and refilled between each guest. Please note it may not be at your desired temperature upon arrival, as it takes time to heat up. Feel free to adjust the temperature (never exceeding 104°F for health reasons) as soon to arrive if you plan to use it.
Pet Policy:
$75 pet fee per booking. Only dogs 1 year or older and under 60lb allowed. Up to 2 dogs per reservation, and dogs must be crate-trained and potty-trained, and crated when you're sleeping or out exploring or any time you cannot supervise. Please pick up after your pets. We will charge excess cleaning fees if pet waste is left inside or outside of the cabin.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

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

  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
1. Place everything back in its place including the remotes 2. Dirty towels in the bathtub (no need to wash) 3. Put all used dishes in the dishwasher (and start).
4. DO NOT place in cabinet - sticky dishes or dishes with food stuck to them 5. Keep all unwanted perishables in the fridge 6. Throw all trash in the bear-proof trash containers outside.
7. GRILL CLEANING - turn all burners to high for 15 minutes. After it cools, brush off ash and debris 8. Pets - Please use the lint roller available in the broom rack to clean pet hair from furniture
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

425579
Chalet
Luxury Cabin w Sauna/hottub, Fabulous Views Of Smoky Mtn Chalet

About the neighborhood

Map
Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • SkyPark - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Pancake House - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin located?

Located in Chalet Village, this chalet is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Traffic Light #10 and Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sauna + Hot Tub | Mtn Views | Pet-Friendly Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

Mountain Vacation Success!

House was just the right size for our small family. Location was good. Communication with host superb! Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen O.

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

Amazing cabin!

This was a great place to stay. It was quiet and felt secluded while still being close to downtown. We saw bears every day. It was very clean. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P., Gastonia, NC USA

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

Relaxing and Wonderful Trip

We had a wonderful time. The property was clean, the checkin process was flawless, and the views were great. We enjoyed the hottub, sauna, and community pools (esp the south pool). We got to see so many mama and baby bears up in the trees. It was so entertaining. I would come back here for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hubert T.

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

Vacation get away

Chalet was as advertised. Very clean, one of the quietest locations we have stayed. Excellent communication with owner all questions answered immediately. Bear activity was in the area and they will attempt to get into your trash bin so secure well! We highly recommend this property. The road to chalet is a bit tricky but you are in the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen C., Mount juliet, TN USA

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

Quick spring break getaway

We had a wonderful family mountain getaway for my son's last year before he goes off to college. The hot tub was clean and hot and there was enough space for our family to spread out. We brought our pup and she loved our time there as well. Everything was clean and well stocked. I highly recommend and will book again. We originally booked to snow tube and the owner contacted up to let us know it closed early for the season. I really appreciated the heads up and they sent us a great link with stuff to do. The communication was great and not too invasive. The owner let us know they were available but respected our privacy. This was important to us, as well as a simple checkin. We knew we were arriving very late and ha no isues.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paula M.

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

Lovely location for Smoky Mtn Getaway

We enjoyed our visit very much. The roads to property are not for the faint of heart! Code to get in on first day did not work but was able to contact owner and they were able to open door and provide alternate code. Definitely bear country - we saw several : )
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

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

Cozy, clean, and relaxing

Great location and a great view. Perfect for a weekend getaway or an even longer stay. Definitely would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., BAY MINETTE

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

Fantastic stay

We had a fantastic stay. The view was amazing, and the location but really close to town. We were a little nervous of the driveway at first, but after getting used to the drive, it was fine. Our stay was the first week in November, so there were lots of leaves, but a company blew the leaves off of the drive daily. We were fortunate to see turkeys as well as a bear walk right in front of the chalet one day. We did see another bear close by. That was definitely a plus. The kitchen was well-equipped and had all of the supplies that we needed including a blender. It was nice to have two different types of coffee options, Keurig and regular. Appliances were updated, and the hot tub was very clean and appeared to be new. We also loved the sauna. We used the grill and a nice plus that it was gas. Pet friendly! Keep dogs on a leash because of bears. The owner of the property had excellent communication with us, and notified us that we could actually check in a little early. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Gabe M.

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

Trip

Stay was great but got sent the wrong address at first but got it situated very fast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

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

Clean chalet

My husband and I really liked the property and the view of the mountains. The place was clean and the hot tub and steam room were nice extras. The only thing we didn’t have was a coffee pot because it was broken but we improvised and made it work! Place and location were overall awesome and would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Our stay Leisure Time Chalet was perfect!

This cabin is now our favorite. It is so quiet, very clean, comfortable and relaxing. I loved the kitchen. The hot tub never got cold and the view is beautiful. Great neighborhood to walk the dog. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021