Bear Gone Fishing- Perfect Fall Getaway!!! Mins to Highlands

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Entire home·Private host

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Scaly Mountain, NC

Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center
14 min walk
Highlands Aerial Park
3 min drive
Fisher Lake
4 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Nestled in a mountain valley among the Rhododendron and moss-covered boulders you will find our spacious creek side chalet right on the rock shoals of Middle Creek. Enjoy the sounds of the rushing water or amazing views from the 3-level deck. Take long walks down the dirt road looping through an enchanted pine forest and visit the horses grazing in the pasture. Spend your time relaxing and exploring the summer camp like vibe on property or visit many of the surrounding attractions. There is so much to do. We are minutes away from Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center and Highlands Aerial Park. Minutes from Highlands! Wild and scenic. Location, location, location! Amazing location for all the Highlands Plateau has to offer!!! Convenient to Sky Valley, Clayton, Dillard, Franklin, and Highlands. Easy access from 106/Dillard Road. We'd love to have you at Bear Gone Fishing for your next mountain getaway!

During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy features like an arcade/games room. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a sauna
Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 14 minutes on foot from Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center

As a guest of Bear Gone Fishing- Perfect Fall Getaway!!! Mins to Highlands, you'll find a sauna, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Lori Stapleton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Sauna

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are approved on a case by case basis

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Bear Gone Fishing- Perfect Fall Getaway!!! Mins to Highlands Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Mandy E.

15 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mitzi H.

26 Sept 2024

Family time

Getting together with family

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Middle Creek

Great location next to awesome Middle Creek! The house was very comfortable, spacious and lots of activities close by. The fire pit was a huge hit with wonderful family time sitting around the fire pit at night.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F., Grand Junction, CO, USA

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular

The pictures absolutely don't do it justice. It looks good in the listing pictures, it looks far better in person. Great for kids and families, lots of games, great amenities, and the creek is magical. Perfect swimming hole right by the cabin. We'd all stay here again in a heartbeat, it doesn't get much better than this.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

20 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

It was a great place for our large family. The large room gave us all a place to gather, then have our own private time as well. The river was a plus,plenty of outside space and private.I will say if stairs are a factor there is a lot here,but The place was very clean well stocked and the host was right there to answer any question that came up. She was so kind and helpful, We plan to re-book again.. This was a wonderful cabin.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

23 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A hidden gem

We stayed at Bear Gone Fishing for a short visit to the area and could not have been more pleased. The location is terrific. The home sits right on a stream. We were fortunate to be visiting when the fall leaves were at their peak. The home is very clean, has lots of amenities and is very comfortable. We are keeping Bear Gone Fishing on our Favorites list and will return. Can't recommend this place enough.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Bear Gone Fishing Fall 2023

We enjoyed our family fall vacation at Bear Gone Fishing. We cooked together, ate together, piled on the couch and watched MNF one night and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny another night, explored the stream, and relaxed on the decks in the crisp fall air. Additionally, we read through your history books on Franklin, Highlands, and Cashiers and learned fascinating information about the area. The leaves were just beginning to turn beautiful hues of yellow, red, and orange. We enjoyed driving through the mountains and taking in the amazing views and beautiful scenery. We visited several waterfalls, including Whitewater Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. We explored Gorges State Park and Black Rock State Park. We loved the time we spent here and made many memories!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny B.

15 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A Magical Mountain Escape

We rented this cabin for 8 nights in August to escape the sweltering Charleston heat. We were so charmed by the property with its enchanting trails and sound of the creek. The kids (aged 7, 10, and 13) loved exploring the creek and swimming/tubing in the swimming hole. It's so private as there are no real neighbors so it felt like having our own private creek. It was just a quick 15 minute drive into Highlands and only about 10 minutes to Dillard, GA. The (large) sauna was a fun surprise for my Canadian husband who was in heaven with the sauna and a cold creek to run into afterwards! We loved being able to bring our two dogs along and the property was very pet friendly. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept great with the sound of the creek. My husband and I both work remote and worked for most of our stay. I was concerned the internet would not be sufficient as it sometimes isn't with these types of rentals, but it was more than enough for us both to work and take calls while the kids used their iPads or watched tv. No dropped calls to report! The kitchens were well stocked and the temperature was cool and consistent throughout. The fire pit was in a great location and there were even cafe lights (my favorite) for an extra special touch by the fire. We will definitely rent this property again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

11 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Bear gone fishing is great! Perfect for a family vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home on Scaly Mountain!

Our family had a wonderful time at this home on Scaly Mountain! The kids LOVED playing in the creek, and the sound of the waterfall was so peaceful. We enjoyed the nearby hiking trails (several within 5 min drive), and the seniors in our party liked relaxing on the porches and walking the country roads (goats, cow and fields just down the road!). S’mores were a hit with everyone! Host was very friendly and responded quickly to questions. Highly recommend. We’ll be back!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco M.

18 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Challenges

Of course our family scheduled our first and only family Christmas outing during an epic winter storm. There were many some unique challenges but we pulled through with the kindness, easy communication and coordination from the property hosts. Thank you again for being easy to reach. The property is awesome and their is plenty to do for all ages and personality types. Highly recommend. Best regard,

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

TPC G.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

More Beautiful in Real Life

Great fun in a beautiful setting. Not for people with mobility issues.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

15 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Three families rented this beautiful property for Labor Day weekend. Great location for rafting, zip line, Highlands, etc. We had six adults and four kids and we had a blast. The creek behind the house is spectacular. Highly recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

17 Aug 2022

Lovely

We had a lovely time at this cabin. The location can’t be better, and the cabin is well stocked. Thank you to the owners for sharing their home!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

23 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Family Getaway

This home was just what our family needed to escape the summer heat. The river was absolutely fabulous for kids and adults alike and the location was centrally located between Dillard and Highlands. The multiple levels were great for families to have their own space while being able to gather communally on one of the several porches. Communication with the owner was prompt and she had wonderful recommendations for the area. We would stay here again 100%!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ara R.

12 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway

This place made for a perfect family getaway. Our kids loved exploring the house and property, and the creek was a source of daily delight. The furniture and beds were comfy, the kitchens were well equipped. We got a great workout climbing all the stairs, and it was well worth it. We had a great time and would rent it again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri O.

28 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

This property was perfect for our long weekend stay. We were celebrating my daughters 18th birthday so I had teens and adults. This house has a great layout for multiple family members and friends. The kids could do their own thing and so could the adults. Lori was very responsive to the couple of questions I had once we got there. The location was perfect. It was approx 20 minutes to Highlands and 20 minutes to Clayton. The river going by the house was so relaxing. The house was clean and very well stocked. We had a great stay and would rent this again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

celia m.

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, lovely cabin on a rushing creek.

The cabin had everything we needed, perfect for large family or friends. Space for everyone and the location can not be beat. The rushing creek was so relaxing and met all our expectations. Close to activities, great hikes and shopping.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey J., Charleston, SC

27 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cabin in the woods

We celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday along with another family at the cabin. Cabin was lovely! Location was great, remote but close enough to nearby cities and amenities. Cabin had everything we needed and the water nearby was amazing to look at and listen to. The teens enjoyed the downstairs area with tv and game area. We would definitely come back to the area and this cabin.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B., Port Orange Fl

18 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

Very nice property. There are 4 levels and plenty of places to escape. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook our meals. The location is an easy ride to Clayton, Highlands, Franklin hiking trails and waterfalls. The creek on property is a nice place to lounge and let the dogs run. We were pleasantly surprised that there were not other houses close. It allowed alot of privacy for our group. If we come back to the area, we would rent the house again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Curtis K.

31 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Fall Getaway

We absolutely loved our stay! Couldn't get enough of that river! Hope to be back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B., (772) 287-1939

25 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Recommended Getaway

Great location, central to Highlands & Cashiers to the east and Dillard, Franklin and Clayton to the west. Sound of water is relaxing, cabin is very quaint but very accommodating. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend Bear Gone Fishing .

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy S.

12 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

A Slice of Heaven!

Such a beautiful and magical property! The adults loved sitting on the porch reading and listening to the waterfall while the kids explored the paths around the property. Truly all you need to bring here is a good book and walking sticks. Inside the cabin is just as lovely. The beds were very comfortable with nice sheets and plenty of pillows and the kitchen was well supplied with all the dishes you could need for cooking and a few spices to get you started. The game room was also a hit for a family game night entertaining ages 4, 6, 8, 9 and the adults too! The host was great with communication and very helpful in making local suggestions for us - plenty nearby to do should you be able to pull yourself away from the property. We will be talking about this trip for a long time to come and daydreaming about our return!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

27 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay

I want to thank the property owners for their thoroughness of making our stay perfect. Great location. Extremely clean! Beautiful area. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H., St. Louis, MO

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

The coziest cabin by the creek!

This cabin had all we had hoped for and more! The location right on the rushing water was amazing! The two fly fishermen in the family took full advantage and several Brook trout were pulled in and thrown back. Everyone was very comfortable in the bedrooms and the beds and linens were so nice. The kitchen and bathrooms were very well stocked with all we needed. Wouldn’t want to try the driveway in the Winter; it’s a bit tricky due to the gravel at the bottom and the steep slope of the concrete driveway. We did manage our 3 cars ok. It was super convenient to our Scaly Mountain wedding destination, and all that Highlands has to offer. It was a very relaxing stay by the creek and we enjoyed our time immensely. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021