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Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
View from property
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Game room
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free

Relax with the convenience of a gas log fire on the main level, or play a game of pool in front of a wood burning fireplace on the lower level. With 4 private bedrooms on 3 levels and full baths on the main and lower level with a half bath in the loft, families have plenty of room to spread out. There is spacious parking for at least 4 cars without a steep driveway. Large deck with hot tub and winter views. Leave the sizzle of summer while enjoying shady mountain breezes with occasional sightings of bears. Ideal for adult retreats.


Guest Services at Chalet Village Owners Club: All guests have the use of facilities at the Chalet Village Owners Clubs. The South Club is located less than a mile from Bear Haven. The North Club is located about 1 1/2 miles from Bear Haven. The clubs have outdoor swimming pools, which are open in season which is roughly Memorial Day to Labor Day. There are also game rooms and tennis courts.

Property manager

Johnny Duke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Outside view

Bears,bears,bears! Minutes from downtown, book early for summer

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
Bears,bears,bears! Minutes from downtown, book early for summer

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 13 min walk
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • SkyPark - 6 min drive
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Anakeesta are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains NP, 5 min.; Ober Gatlinburg 3 min.; Pet-free Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 186 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly Trip
This cabin is easily accessible & conveniently located to both Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge (using the bypass). Communication w the home owner was great. We also got to see several bears!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Family Vacay in the Smokies
Needs some up keep. Railing is weak around the outside deck. The tin on the roof is exposed and is at head level for young children that could cause major injuries. Needed some cleaning under the furniture and if you have a large group of people, more towels and wash clothes are needed. We had to wash towels .We had a group of 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Gatlinburg Visit
Property was great, just as advertised. Saw 3 bears the first afternoon. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for the smokies!
Absolutely a great location in the mountains close to everything the smokies have to offer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gatlinburg was great
Cabin was clean and as advertised. Owner was attentive and available for a question and we had a great family vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay, great views, bear sightings, convenience
Just right size for our group. Convenient to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Seveirville
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway
Very clean and the pics dont give it justice. Would love to stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, saw bears everyday.
Ideal location to see bears. Everyday they came to visit us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teachers’ Spring Break Trip
The property was exactly as described. The peaceful setting was perfect for relaxation. The directions to get there were easy to follow. The instructions for the cabin along with the recommendations were helpful. The Wi-Fi eas great, which was so nice after not having service in most of the places we went. We loved being so close to downtown Gatlinburg and all of the hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views close to town.
We enjoyed every minute of our stay! The house is amazing and rustic. Plenty of space for our family to stay but still just a short drive to get to town. I love how you can tell the owners truly care about the home and their guests!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear Haven
Lots of bear around the cabin.....20 plus the entire week we stayed. Couple of turkeys. Loved the location be close to Gatlinburg.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parents 55th Wedding Anniversary
This is a great Cabin. Perfect distance from main strip in Gatlinburg as well as hiking spots. Perfect size for our family. The property owner was very detailed in directions and with tips for food and things to do. Will absolutely stay here again :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway!
Great location and host. Enjoyed the hot tub and pool table. Would have given it 5 stars, but it wasn’t very clean. Otherwise, great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear Haven Indeed!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect as it provided quick access to all of the tourist destinations as well as to the National park. The layout was exactly what we were looking for. The deck view was perfect for our mountain getaway. During our 7 night stay we had 39 bear sightings from the deck. The hot tub was great for soaking after our hikes in the mountains. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve U., Springfield, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Getaway
Beautiful place to stay for the Thanksgiving holiday! The whole family has a great time and there was a lot of things to do and see. The hot tub was great - clean, working and perfect on a cold night. The pool table brought out the competitive side of the family :) There was plenty of space for the family to have quiet time for themselves. Would definitely recommend others to stay in this cute and cozy cabin! The Christmas decorations were an added bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin
The cabin was clean and spacious and beautiful. There a high chair there for baby, wished there wouldve been a pack n play but it was fine bc hs ealways sleeps with me anyways... i expected 2 tubs but there was only 1. But it was totally fine . Worked out great. We really enjoyed our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear Central
We had such a blast during our stay - saw bears everyday but one. The communication with the propert manager could not have been more clear and the check-in process was seamless. Even our teenagers had fun! The location was perfect, just a 10 min drive to Gatlinburg and the scenery was breathtaking. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sonja D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
I’m 73 too many steps for me. My bed was in the loft Beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B., WAVERLY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home away from Home
We enjoyed this chalet on Spring Break. The location is perfect. Just a short drive to downtown Gatlinburg and entrance to the Mountains. The chalet was beautiful and perfect for our family of 5. Everyone had their own room, which was perfect! Everything there that you could possibly need. The hot tub and pool table was an added bonus! If I had anything negative to say, it would be that the beds are very hard and
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
Was a great stay we were there for spring break. Of course it was cold and snowed one day and then the last day was in mid 60’s but made the best of it. The cabin was nice, you could tell some things had not been cleaned, a lot of dust but over all was a nice cabin for a family with kiddos. Good accommodations and the owner was very nice when we couldn’t get the fire place to turn on. The Hot tub was nice for 4 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Matt F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good.
Overall the cabin was clean, but there were a few minor issues. There was a used washrag left hanging on the back of the main bathroom’s door, the towel rack in the main bathroom was broken and being pulled from the wall and there was a used tissue on the floor of the master bedroom. We ended up using a box fan in the master bedroom, but one of the other fans did not work and the upstairs bedroom gets very hot. Aside from these minor issues the stay was great. The location was very close to downtown Gatlinburg and easy to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G., Jackson, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The cabin was a nice reprieve. It was clean and everything was as described. We seen bears everyday so keep things locked. The property manager was very responsive with questions. Only thing I would change is the mattresses were very firm and I’m not use to it. But it was a three story cabin (basement, main floor, loft) so plenty of room. We loved the pool table and hot tub. You are only 5 min from gatlinburg but far enough out you feel secluded. The neighbors were all extremely friendly. Over all it was a wonderful experience. I will gladly book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ted N.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Not a good place to stay
This property had not been cleaned well. Overall not as it should have been. Property is In need of repairs and maint. work. The deck had not been swept in some time. The table on deck was very dirty. The water in hot tub was not good at all. The chemical balance was way off. There was only a few rolls of toilet paper for 6 people for 7 days. We had to go buy more. No dish towels in kitchen. We have stayed in a number of properties over the years and this is the worst we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit and chance to recharge
My girlfriends and I wanted to kick off the holiday season and have a chance to catch our breath after a crazy COVID year...WFH, kids being homeschooled, no vacations, very limited interaction with friends and family...and that’s exactly what Bear Haven provided for us!!! We felt the cabin was very clean which gave us peace of mind and comfort during our stay. Every night, we watched Hallmark Channel Christmas movies (thanks, Johnny!), with the fire going and by the light of the Christmas tree while snuggled in blankets and drinking hot cocoa! We were very cozy, exactly what one hopes to find with a mountain cabin. The trip was just what we needed!! The instructions the owners provided via email were very helpful. We loved that the driveway wasn’t steep (and scary) like others we’d seen! We didn’t see any bears which was a good thing for some of us and a disappointment for others lol. We read in the guest book that the people who’d stayed there a week before us had seen several bears! Bears or no bears, we all decided that we would definitely return to Bear Haven and hope to make it an annual trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Justin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Location close to Gatlinburg, needs some work
The location was great, only a few minutes up the mountain from downtown Gatlinburg. We loved that we would see at least 1 bear a day taking a stroll through the neighborhood, but make sure you LOCK your vehicles. We had one that was trying to open my SUV doors, luckily it was locked!! The kitchen had everything we needed, and there was plenty of space for my family to spread out throughout the cabin itself. Beds were firm but comfortable. We enjoyed using the wrap around upper deck, the swing was very dirty and needs a good cleaning or replaced. The cabin itself wasn't as clean as I had expected, definitely needs some work, updating and a good deep clean throughout. The basement smelled musty and we needed to run the dehumidifier. Basement bathroom toilet leaks & shower curtain isn't long enough so easy for water to splash out on the floor. Master bedroom electric outlets were very loose and wouldn't hold my iphone charger, so I had to push the nightstand up against it to "hold" it in place to work. The bathroom floor was very dirty especially along the baseboards. The AC stopped working but the owner was easy to contact and had a repair man come check it out within 48 hrs. Overall we had a great family vacation in the smokies, just a little disappointed in the cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022