[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest Vacation home with a hot tub, near Douglas Lake ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118820000/118815600/118815517/bc698047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118820000/118815600/118815517/d4d9edc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118820000/118815600/118815517/6a375573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118820000/118815600/118815517/e3e51e42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118820000/118815600/118815517/17d9ae3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2120 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest Welcome to "The Ancient Bear's Den," where fantasy meets the serene beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Inspired by the world of The Lord of the Rings, our uniquely enchanting cabin (sleeps 10) offers more than just a place to stay; it invites you to step into a realm where time slows, nature speaks, and comfort reigns. ★Electric Hot Tub ★BBQ Grill ★Electric Fireplace ★Dedicated Workspace ★Firepit ★Wii and Wii Games ★Unique Themed Home ★Great Location! With its warm, natural materials, earthy textures, and thoughtful details inspired by your favorite books and movies, our mountain sanctuary offers an atmosphere that is both magical and transportive. This fantasy-themed retreat is designed to spark wonder, with whimsical touches that echo the stories of Middle-earth. Our floor plan is ideal for families and small groups alike and is the perfect get-a-way, so pack your bags – because the mountains are calling! ✔ 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath Fantasy-Themed Home ✔ Electric Hot Tub ✔ Crackling Firepit ✔ Dedicated Workspace ✔ Electric Fireplace ✔ Wii Console and Wii Games ✔ Propane BBQ Grill ✔ Free Wi-Fi and Free Parking ✔ Close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, horseback riding, shopping, restaurants, museums, downtown Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Ole Smoky Moonshine, Pigeon Forge, The Island, the Comedy Barn, Dollywood, and more ★ INDOOR LIVING★ Step inside and you’re welcomed by an atmosphere of warmth and mythical enchantment. The main living area is a haven of comfort, with earthy tones, wood accents, and carefully chosen details. The electric fireplace serves as the heart of the space, casting a soft glow that invites you to settle in for the evening with a good book, a cup of tea, or perhaps a wizard’s tale playing on the Smart TV mounted above the fireplace. The open-concept layout allows for easy movement between the living area and the kitchen, making meals and moments flow naturally. Cook a hearty breakfast or late-night snack, then return to the living room where everyone always seems to gather. Free WiFi is also available throughout the property. ★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★ ✔ Bedroom #1 (Master Bedroom): Spacious Bedroom with a King-sized Bed and a Flat-screen TV; Attached Full Bathroom with Stand-up shower and dual sinks ✔ Bedroom #2: Comfy Bedroom with a Queen-sized Bed and a Flat-screen TV; Access to a Full Bathroom with Stand-up shower ✔ Bedroom #3: Inviting Bedroom with a Queen-over-Queen Bunk Bed and a Flat-screen TV; Access to a Full Bathroom with Stand-up shower ✔ A Sleeper Sofa in the Living Room for additional sleeping space ★KITCHEN★ Designed with gathering and connection in mind, the kitchen is both charming and functional, perfect for preparing everything from a hearty mountain breakfast to a feast worthy of Rivendell. Well-appointed with a full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, microwave, and other kitchen appliances perfect for making breakfast, lunch, or dinner throughout your stay! All pots, pans, glasses, plates, silverware, etc., are also there for you. Gather around the inviting dining table to share stories and laughter, as it invites you to savor each bite while imagining the whimsical journeys of your favorite adventurers. ★ENTERTAINMENT★ Start in the living room, brimming with activities and thoughtful touches designed to make your stay memorable. It features a spacious living area centered around an electric fireplace and a Smart TV. Curl up on the comfy furniture, light the electric fireplace for extra ambiance, and lose yourself in the magical atmosphere of a cozy mountain evening. For those who enjoy a little friendly competition, the bunk bed room has a Nintendo Wii console that comes stocked with classic, interactive games perfect for family battles or nostalgic late-night showdowns. Want to take the fun outdoors? At the back patio, fire up the propane grill and start a cookout while friends soak in the electric hot tub just steps away. With bubbling warm water, forest views, and a peaceful ambiance, it’s the ideal place to unwind after a spirited game night or an afternoon hike. As evening falls, gather your group around the private fire pit tucked behind the house. Surrounded by trees and mountain air, the fire pit offers the perfect setting for stories, stargazing, and s’mores under the night sky like your own Circle of Stones under the stars. Our home also includes a dedicated workspace and desk area, giving remote workers or creative souls a quiet place to focus or journal between adventures. ★ GENERAL★ Complimentary starter toiletries, linens/towels, free WiFi, air conditioning, central heat, full-sized washer and dryer Bears are indigenous to the area and are often seen near or on our properties. Please do not leave food or trash outside. ★PARKING★ Free parking for 2-3 vehicles on premises ★COUPONS AND DISCOUNTS★ Shortly before you arrive I'll send you a coupon book with dozens and dozens of discounts for all of the top attractions in the area. This includes the best dinner shows, pancake restaurants, adventure parks, museums, and even an exotic animal park. If you want inspiration for your vacation activities, this will definitely give you enough for your visit! ★COOL THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA★ Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville are the three main cities that comprise the area. Everything is spread out a bit and there are amazing things to keep you busy... \- World-class hiking trails of all types and skill levels \- Dollywood theme park (of course!) \- Putt putt, go-karts, and pancake restaurants on every corner \- Amazing dinner shows to entertain kids of all ages \- Museums of all types: classic cars, Alcatraz, Titanic, and several children's museums \- Restaurants of all types... Always come hungry because serving sizes are HUGE! We provide support generally via the app/this web site and phone support is there for emergencies. Expect a prompt response. Here are some of the popular spots nearby: ★ OUTDOOR RECREATION ★ \- Douglas Lake (Less than 10 min drive!) \- Soaky Mountain Water Park (8.4 miles) \- Sevierville Golf Club (8.0 miles) \- Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo (12.3 miles) \- Mt. Le Conte (34.1 miles) \- Clingmans Dome (41.8 miles) \- Cades Cove (44.3 miles) ★ FAMILY FUN ★ \- Ripley's Old MacDonald’s Farm Mini-Golf (12.1 miles) \- The Island in Pigeon Forge (14.5 miles) \- Dollywood (15.7 miles) \- Titanic Museum (13.0 miles) \- Wonderworks (12.9 miles) \- Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster (15.5 miles) \- Convention Center (8.1 miles) ★ SHOPPING AND DINING ★ \- Dolly Parton’s Stampede (17.2 miles) \- The Old Mill Restaurant (15.7 miles) \- Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall (14.7 miles) \- Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe (14.4 miles) \- Tanger Outlets Sevierville (12.2 miles) ★ AIRPORTS ★ \- Gatlinburg Pigeon Forge Airport (11.7 miles) \- McGhee Tyson Airport (34.9 miles) ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,120 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108550000/108549800/108549771/85201abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Cabin at Exit 407 - lots of parking Kodak - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 7.6 Good 9 reviews CA $251 CA $762 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=108549771&PinnedHotelID=108549771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110606000/110605946/c5efd6e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant home w/ hot tub, fire pit, expansive deck, & free attraction tickets Kodak - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=110605946&PinnedHotelID=110605946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107300000/107295700/107295699/dd80baba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning lakefront home w/ dock, fire pit, pool table, & free attraction tickets Sevierville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 5.8 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=107295699&PinnedHotelID=107295699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114130000/114122600/114122533/7f6adb4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy home w/ large yard, games, close to Douglas Lake - free attraction tickets Kodak - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=114122533&PinnedHotelID=114122533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71560000/71550800/71550744/cb37208f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW Cabin w VIEWS! 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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 recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 591 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.97155%2C-83.54850&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fmAEZ_sAVN2nWg3aFFDBvjoTBuE=) Kodak, TN #### What's nearby - Great Smokies Flea Market - 13 min drive - 10.2 km - Wilderness at the Smokies - 17 min drive - 14.7 km - Wild WaterDome - 17 min drive - 14.3 km - Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 17 min drive - 15.0 km - Sevierville Convention Center - 18 min drive - 14.6 km #### Getting around - McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬11 min drive - ‪Chester's Chicken - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Dam Store - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $167.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Kodak-Hotels-Unique-3BD-Themed-Home-Hot-Tub-Fire-Pit-GAMES.h118815517.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest located? > Situated in Kodak, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Douglas Lake and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Mountain Cove Marina. Smoky Mountain Knife Works and Great Smokies Flea Market are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Ancient Bear’s Den of the Forgotten Forest Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert F. Sep 1, 2025 ##### Robert F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025