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Smokey Mountain View -Soft King Bed - 65" TV -Senior Friendly - Hot Tub -Firepit

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Maggie Valley, NC
  • Wheels Through Time Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cataloochee Ski Area
    ‪14 min drive‬

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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.

Smokey Mountain View -Soft King Bed - 65" TV -Senior Friendly - Hot Tub -Firepit

Discover the most photographed view in Maggie Valley, showcasing the breathtaking Smoky Mountains. With an easy-access drive, the Bear Den Upscale Cabin offers the perfect blend of privacy and comfort.. Unwind in the spacious living room, where power leather recliners invite you to relax while enjoying stunning mountain views or a movie on the 65” TV. Retreat to the primary bedroom, featuring a brand-new (2025) plush King mattress with a soft pillow-top, a TV, and convenient phone chargers.

The fully equipped kitchen boasts granite countertops, cedar cabinets, and modern appliances, stocked with complimentary essentials like detergents, paper towels, trash bags, and hand soap.

Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, this mountain cabin is designed to make your stay effortless and unforgettable!

Outdoors, Enjoy the fresh mountain air and unwind in total relaxation! Whether you're relaxing in the deluxe hot tub or swinging on the porch swing, you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of the Smoky Mountains—where elk often wander near the Bear Den. Love a good picnic? You're all set with two picnic tables and a gas grill, perfect for outdoor dining in the mountains.

Senior Friendly - The Bear Den Upscale Cabin is a single-story home with a level driveway and only 3 steps from the driveway to the porch. Stay 7 nights and save!

Conveniently located just two minutes from downtown Maggie Valley, where you can explore local restaurants, shops, and attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Soco Falls are nearby, offering breathtaking views and excellent hiking trails. Wildlife enthusiasts will appreciate the frequent sightings of elk in the area. For those seeking more excitement, the Cherokee reservation and casino are just a 20-minute drive away.

The kitchen features modern amenities including a refrigerator with ice dispenser and K-Cup coffee maker, along with a traditional drip coffee maker. Complimentary paper products, trash bags, and kitchen and laundry detergents are provided for your convenience.

During cooler evenings, you can burn manufactured firelogs in the fireplace or if you enjoy burning real wood, there is an outdoor firepit perfect for roasting marshmallows.

The Bear Den Upscale Cabin is a smoke-free and pet-free home so if you share the owners allergy to pets this is the cabin for you.

Camera Disclosure: There is a Snow Cam pointing away from the property to overlook the road for checking winter conditions. Additionally, a Ring Doorbell is installed on the exterior door near the driveway, focusing solely on the driveway area.

Winter Snow: The Bear Den is conveniently located near Highway 19, making it an easy drive—except during snowy conditions. In the event of snow, you will need to park your vehicle near Highway 19, where a streetlight provides illumination. From there, it’s a short walk (approximately the length of a football field) to the Bear Den. Please note that this may not be a suitable option for guests with mobility challenges or disabilities. While the state Highway Department maintains Highway 19 with 24/7 snow removal, secondary roads in Haywood County, including Skyway Drive do not receive snow removal services.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the overall property condition at this cabin. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Tube World. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Tube World and a few minutes from Maggie Valley Gem Mine
As a guest of Smokey Mountain View -Soft King Bed - 65" TV -Senior Friendly - Hot Tub -Firepit, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Maggie Valley cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Don Rucker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING - FORFEITURE OF DEPOSIT & EVICTION

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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, a first aid kit 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.

Property is also known as

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Smokey Mountain View -Soft King Bed - 65" TV -Senior Friendly - Hot Tub -Firepit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite the adventure
We love staying here!! We came up this trip to celebrate my husband’s 65th birthday & it will be one to remember - Hurricane Helene!! The valley protected us & we never lost power or use of water. Our host stayed in contact with us up until we lost cell coverage & was back with us once our service was restored - thank you Mr. Rucker !!!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Us
This is our second stay and it was just as great as the first. The cabin was perfect for our needs. The cabin is not too far up the mountain and has a fabulous view. Quick in and out and close to everything we love about the area. The hummingbirds were a treat! There were no elk this time but we still have the memories of the babies we saw during the first stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway!
We loved this place. It was clean, well stocked, comfortable seating and comfortable master mattress. (We didn't use 2nd bedroom). The location is convenient to so many places. We hiked to waterfalls, saw elk at Cherokee and rode the train in Bryson City. Sitting on the deck was lovely with hummingbirds visiting all the time and beautiful view of the mountains. There is some noise as it is not far from the main road, but it didn't bother us at all. The host was great and we would definitely come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Motorcycle noise all day, every day. Beds uncomfortable. I was looking forward to a nice quiet get away but found out to late that the property was to close to the main road thru Maggie Valley. The property was well kept and furnished well. I booked for a week but left a day early due to noise and beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
For rest & relaxation, this is the perfect place! This was our second stay & can’t wait until September for our third. We had to leave early this trip due to a family emergency & Mr. Rucker was great to work with us. This place is great & I recommend staying.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little place!
We first stayed at The Bear Den last October. It was the perfect place to come back to after a long day of hiking. The hot tub, the recliners, and the fireplace all contributed to making it cozy and relaxing especially when we were sore and worn out 🙃. Great view out the back, and we even saw several elk walk right up the driveway! The bed was also quite comfortable. The best part though is that Don is a great host who goes out of his way to be helpful—we found this out when we decided to extend a vacation this winter by coming back to Maggie Valley after spending a week in Banner Elk. On short notice Don went above and beyond to accommodate us and it really capped off our trip on a high note. The location is great as well, only about 5 minutes away from Joey’s Pancake House in one direction (get there early in peak season, though not nearly as busy in winter), and the Blue Ridge Parkway in the other (both directions were closed for the winter but it was open right at the junction where you can access one trailhead). One thing to be aware of is that Google Maps doesn’t think you can turn left from the main road onto the drive—it will try to send you on a weird double-back-and-around route but we soon learned that it’s easier to ignore that and turn left (if you have a very large SUV it might be hard to make the turn, but for reference a Kia Sportage did just fine).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damion D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Very very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place
The view was amazing. The house was pristine clean and very adequately supplied. First time I have stayed at a VRBO and not had to go buy paper towels. The owner gave detailed instructions about the security system, tv, etc. The owner also made a lot of recommendations of places to eat. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving in the Mountains
This property was perfect for two of us to get away for Thanksgiving. House was decorated for Christmas and was very nicely furnished. It was close to Maggie Valley and a short drive to Waynesville. We will stay again if we are traveling alone.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We have stayed at this lovely home for several years. It is very comfortable and spotless. This year we had a female elk and her baby come up the driveway and snack on the tree outside the kitchen window. We love staying here every year.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home.
Cabin is awesome! Clean! Welcoming! Could not have picked a better place. It’s hard to find the perfect place on the internet and this did not disappoint. Will stay again and recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Get Away
Very lovely maintained home. Never stayed anywhere cleaner. View was spectacular. Mr. Don was very helpful and responed fast to my inquiries. Enjoyed my stay there very much. Hope to go back one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!!
We were hoping for rest & relaxation & we were not disappointed - we are an older couple & this place was perfect for us!! We really enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch swing, afternoons relaxing in the hot tub & evening meals outside by the fire pit. We had plenty of entertainment with watching all the hummingbirds & an occasional visit by the elk. We loved this place & hope to return again soon!! Don is an amazing host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean and nice
Excellent property. So clean. Easy to get in and out of town. Beautiful view from the porch. Hot tub is wonderful and has a deck built up that it sits down in so it's a matter of just sitting down and swinging your feet over. Perfect for anyone with back issues. Easy steps in the door but if you find those 3 too difficult you can go around the side and use the steps by the hot tub which are even shallower. Covered deck with porch swing was great. Hummingbirds were fun to watch. Don is very easy to work with. We'll be back! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hummingbirds and mountain views
This whole transaction went exceptionably well from beginning to end. Don the owner, is great to work with as he answers your questions immediately and doesn't keep you waiting for answers. The home is very nice. The hot tub is clean and inviting. I found myself very relaxed during our stay. There are two hummingbird feeders on the back porch and a family of at least six different birds continuously visiting even when I was inches from the feeder. The home is well stocked and we found everything in great working order. We intend to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin
It’s easy to find off the main highway and road but secluded quiet with a perfect view. Have stayed here multiple times and it’s always amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla B., Cove, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful View
This home/spot was one of our favorites! We have stayed in many VRBO rentals and by far this was one of the best. Home was very clean and best bed ever for a rental. We enjoyed the area and will definitely be back. Don was a very gracious host. Check in with us through email to make sure all was well and asked us to reach out if we needed anything. Would give 10 stars if it was available!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Views
Clean, great towels, great bed, & comfortable recliners coupled with a 60" TV. Enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maggie Valley stay
The location was perfect for visiting Great Smoky NP as well as a couple of dinner nights in Asheville. The property was well appointed and comfortable. Recommend highly
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful views
My wife and I spent 5 nights in this lovely home. The location is fantastic and there are beautiful Mountain View’s from the deck. The property owner was excellent in his communication with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

letoya r.

Liked: Cleanliness
A trip to remember
This cabin was more than we expected ! Great view and awesome things to do in the beautiful town of Maggie valley! My family and I plan on booking another stay ! Thank you for a great Christmas !
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally C., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Mountain Getaway
This property was exactly as expected from the pictures and description on line. My husband and I were looking to getaway Thanksgiving week and the location on this home was perfect to explore Maggie Valley and the surrounding areas. Communication with Don was very easy and he gave us some great restaurant suggestions. His home is comfy and homey! We had a real treat (twice) of seeing Elk walking across the property below us. There was no need to go searching for them.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We have stayed at this awesome property many times. It's very comfortable and cozy. We love having our morning coffee on the porch and looking at the leaves and mountains. It's just a short drive into downtown Maggie Valley and Waynesville. We saw so many families of Elk this year, they walked right down the road in front of the house. Beautiful animals.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great getaway!
This was our 3rd stay at Bear Den! We love this place & Maggie Valley. The host Don is very easy to communicate with, the views are amazing! We love to sit on the porch on the porch swing in the afternoons, this trip we actually had elk in the neighborhood. One evening we had 2 come right thru the yard in front of the porch. The wind chimes have to be my favorite sound! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Home
This was our first visit to the area and we couldn't have been more pleased with this property. It had all the amenities we needed, was spotless and the communication with the owner was excellent. He even recommended several restaurants in the area which were all very good. This was an ideal location for us as we wanted to visit both Asheville and the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The hot tub was a plus after a day of hiking and you couldn't ask for a better view!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022