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Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Bathtub, hair dryer
Smart TV, fireplace
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bryson City, NC
  • Popular LocationBryson City Gem Mine2 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad18 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum18 min drive
  • AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)114 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other

Welcome to Bears Den Max -- this is the same property as our "Bear's Den" listing, only it is taken to the max by the addition of the lower level king bedroom suite. This bedroom has a private entrance, private bath, 4k streaming TV and is added for a small upcharge from the basic Bear's Den listing.

The home is a fantastic base camp home for your Smoky Mountain adventure. Located in the Nantahala River Gorge, the property is near Bryson City, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and Fontana Lake. Bears Den is a wonderful home sleeping up to 8 people and has a spacious kitchen, dining and living area. Relax reading your favorite book in the hammock or enjoy family time with s'mores by the stone-lined firepit (firewood provided!). Take it easy after a good day hiking or mountain biking in the large 6 person hot tub. Bears Den has it all for your family and friends.

Bears Den has been owned since 2001 by the Williams family who live nearby and own the Dillsboro Chocolate Factory and Espresso Bar. In 2021 and 2022 the home was refreshed with all new Serta I-Comfort beds in all the bedrooms for perfect sleep on your vacation. The living room furniture has all new Flex Steel leather reclining sofas and the new Hot Springs spa is refreshingly relaxing and steamy hot 12 months a year. The gas grill has been upgraded to a Napoleon all stainless gas grill that heats up quickly and evenly.

For nearly 2 decades Bears Den has been managed locally. When the local management company was bought out by a large national company in 2019, that management style proved to be impersonal and a bad fit for the level of detail and service desired by the property owner. Bears Den is now locally managed by the great team at Watershed and their entirely local staff, so service will once again be a hallmark of staying with us at Bears Den and at our sister cabin, Bear Necessities.

Amenities
Hot Springs Brand Hot Tub (New in November 2022)
Fire Pit
Wood burning fire place
New Serta I comfort beds (2022)
Napoleon Gas grill
Fully Appointed Kitchen
Hammock
Sony 4K Smart TVs
Commercial Washer and Dryer
5 acres of privacy
Close proximity to the heart of the Smokies, white water paddle sports, mountain biking, hiking ,tubing, great dining in nearby Bryson City.
Complimentary chocolate and coffee from the Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

Property manager

Watershed Cabins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

129424

About the area

Bryson City

This cabin is located in Bryson City. Pincu Pottery and The Cottage Craftsman are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. Bryson City Gem Mine and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 2 min drive
  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 18 min drive
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rivers End Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Kudzu Bar - 4 min drive
  • Pizza By the River - 6 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee - 6 min drive
  • Burger Basket - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Fontana Lake, and Nantahala River. Bryson City Gem Mine is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G., Mt Pleasant

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear’s Den
We had a great time with family coming and going. The property was advertised for 10 th have beds, there was only room for 8. Only 8 towels were available.the bottom room had a individual air unit. It was full of water and when trying to empty it, it spilled all over the floor. The dish washer was not empty and there was no internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023