Outdoor spa tub
Check availability

Reviews of Senior Friendly - Mountain View - Easy Access - Convenient Location - King Bed

Senior Friendly - Mountain View - Easy Access - Convenient Location - King Bed
Maggie Valley, NC

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
This is our third visit to the property. It is well maintained, very clean, extremely comfortable. Don has trimmed a few trees and the panoramic view of the mountains is glorious. He is prompt in returning calls and answering questions. Plan to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Property has comfortable seating and beds. House is well stocked with all necessary items. Great Mountain View’s from porch. Also saw elk rabbits and hummingbirds in the yard. Awesome mountain vacation cabin.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

terry s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This was our first time visiting Maggie Valley and we are already looking forward to planning our next stay! We came down to get together with family and then participate in the slingshot event. The house was absolutely amazing. The views and peaceful setting was perfect. It was so clean and had everything we needed. The kitchen had great cookware. We also used the BBQ to grill. We loved starting our day on the front porch with coffee and taking in the beautiful Mountain View. The beds were very comfortable and the quality of the towels was first class. Checking in was super easy. Don did a great job providing all the information that was needed to feel comfortable in the house. Anytime I had a question, he was quick to respond. The location is so convenient to explore so many quaint towns. The restaurants that were recommended were wonderful. We found ourselves going back to them more than once.. I always travel with a bin of kitchen spices, tin cooking trays, foil, Saran Wrap, paper goods and storage bags to keep down cost . When we did go to the grocery store, it was a short ride and a great selection. We ended our day in the hot tub with cocktails discussing our day and just how much fun we had. There is a lot to do in the area. Great location for families of all ages. Staying at theBear Den was just perfect. It just made vacationing so much easier because it was like being at home with everything at your fingertips. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maggie Valley
Modest size house in nice neighborhood. Clean. Great porch with mountain view. Close to the BR Parkway. Interactions with owner were all good. This was our second time in this house and we’d certainly come back in the fall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry K., Scotland Neck, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time
This was a great vacation spot for us. Everything was great. Would have enjoyed the hot tub with a little less water! We hope to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation spot
The house was incredibly clean when we checked in and communication with the owner was so easy. The view from the balcony was a plus as well as the central location. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The house and the view were absolutely beautiful! Watching the elk in the yard below Thanksgiving morning was a bonus! The beds were very comfortable as was the layout of the house. It was nice to be close to Maggie Valley but not right in the heart of it! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R., grimesland, nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The house was clean and tidy with a great view of the fall colors of the mountains surrounding Maggie Valley. Close to everything. Hiking in the Smokey’s was perfect. Don was responsive and provided good tips for our stay. We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maggie Valley 2021
This is our second year at Bear Den. We absolutely love this home and the views, the colors changes daily. Don, the property owner is very helpful and communicates great! Very convenient to go to Maggie Valley or Cherokee. Thanks again for a wonderful 60th birthday celebration. See you next year, booking on Monday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay
We have stayed here over several years, and it has always been a great experience. The home has everything you need and is very clean. We enjoyed the beautiful view from the porch. It's close to shopping and places to eat. We will diffidently stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and clean.
Great location with easy access for day trips but with plenty of privacy for a getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin M., Orlando, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Came with my girlfriend and parents. Place was exactly as described, view and hot tub were a hit. Well located. Would recommend. Owner was very responsive and helpful throughout
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

harold d.

Liked: Cleanliness
enjoyed the view and the hummingbirds!
This home was a great retreat. Easily accessible to wherever we wanted to go; Bryson City, Cherokee, Biltmore in Asheville, apple orchard near Waynesville, or hiking in many different directions! It is located away from the main drag in Maggie Valley, so close to restaurants but not in the crowded area of Maggie Valley. Owner was very responsive to our questions and the home was immaculate. We will use this home again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Everything was accurately described for this vacation rental. The house was very clean. Great view. The property manager was helpful and easily accessed for concerns. I highly recommend the Bear Den.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Very clean and relaxing...would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Den
The property was exactly as described. There were plenty of fine towels; extras for toilet tissue, paper towels; the appliances and kitchen items were just what you needed. The owner was good to deal with and very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and fun
The property is amazing with everything you need on it and it is so easy to get to with everything so close by will definitely be coming back here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gene F., Columbus, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
The property was as described and we had great communications with the owner. Beautiful view of the mountains and greenery surrounded us. Yes, we did see a young Elk wander by in the road, numerous birds and a few rabbits. Very quiet inside the cabin but you will hear some nearby main road noise when sitting outside on the deck but nothing can detract from the views. We found the cabin very clean on arrival and well stocked with paper goods and trash bags, plentiful supply of towels and linens. Hot tub, fire pit and outdoor gas grill (we cooked and ate outside at the picnic tables 3 of our 6 nights at the cabin) were all great additions to our enjoyable time at Bear Den. Great location, not commercialized, but nearby Maggie Valley restaurants and not to far for shopping and eating out in Waynesville.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Viv&Don E., England and Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Another VRBO success
We have been using VRBO for 18 years and this property is another success with us.. The two bedroom property is easy to find and after a slight hiccup with the entry code, entered a clean spacious cabin/cottage. The three recliner's (electric) and rocking chair are so comfy after a long day out and about.. The king size bed has a medium to firm mattress, which was wonderful. Did not book the Queen size bedroom.. We did not use the hot tub, only because we never found time.. All in all, we would stay here again and highly recommend this home.. Thank you Don for allowing us to stay in your home for a much needed week away.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good things and great memories...
of our week at this home. First, our host was just great. He was informative and provided a very nice, clean home. The only thing we wanted while we were there was for departing day to never come. The home was easy to find and a convenient short drive to Maggie Valley. We were very thankful for the restaurant suggestions and other info that was provided. We are already talking about when we are we going back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARK W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smoky Mountain visit
Very comfortable and clean. Beautiful view of mountains . Location was convenient for several day trips to Smoky Mountain park, Blue Ridge Parkway and Cherokee. Really liked dining in Maggie Valley.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second stay in Bear Den
Great location for an easy in and out, close to the Cataloochee ski area and Blue Ridge parkway, lots of hiking options and scenic drives nearby. With a beautiful mountain view from the deck and living room, a well stocked kitchen, and comfortable furnishings throughout, the cabin had everything we needed for a great and relaxing stay. The hot tub was clean and spacious and an absolute must after a long day of outdoor adventures. The owner was very nice and responsive to all our needs, big and small. I just wish we could stay longer and explore this beautiful area more!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin in Maggie Valley
This cabin is located on nice lot just outside of downtown Maggie Valley. It's got everything you need for a nice relaxing getaway. The porch, hot tub and kitchen are all just wonderful. If you are looking for a small place to unwind it doesn't get much better than this.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Mountain House
This was a very cute 2 bedroom 2 bath mountain house with a great view. We came took a mini vacay due to my daughter having an extra day off from school and decide to take her on her first train ride in Bryson City, NC We loved the hot tub and was glad the weather turned out nice since the hot tub is not covered. We enjoyed looking at all the moths around the light above the hot tub. There was ample supply of towels, paper towels, sheets and toilet paper, just no hand soap so bring your own. The house is very easy to find and close to the main road. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S., Greenville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Ski Trip
We came up for the weekend and Don was great to alert us of any issues or poor weather conditions. The place was the perfect location and had everything we needed especially the hot tub after a few days on the slopes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

deborah m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean! Clean! Clean!
Very nice and comfortable. Enjoyed the hot tub and fire place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt G., Florence SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding !!!!
Had a great stay and will definitely return in the future! Don was outstanding and the property was as advertised. Very clean, neat, well lit on arrival and very understanding with the big snow during our stay. I literally have no complaints! Thanks for a great mini vacation experience Don! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home. Great communication with owner. Very friendly and hospitable.
Wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to a lot, super clean, great communication, hot tub!!!
This trip was for our 15th anniversary and it was during the Covid-19 pandemic. We booked very last minute with Don at his home. Most homes in the mountains are called cabins even if there pretty standard homes. This is a home. But don’t let that deter you! We had a fantastic vacation away from the crowds. It was a very beautiful very contemporary (not out dated) cabin style decorated home. The home is half way up a Mountainside. It is right off a main rd in Maggie Valley so its easy to find. The road is a narrow very steep rd. But any vehicle could make it up as long as its not icey. We went in December and didn’t have any issues. One day it snowed and we just stayed in until noon to allow any ice if there was to melt on the rd. But the town or whoever actually salted the rd so no ice formed. The owner Don was very easy to get up with and very informative of local info when we needed it. The house has a nice backyard with a firepit two picnic tables and a gas grill. The porch faces the beautiful Soco mountain! Makes for amazing view. The hot tub the is amazing. It was clean and looked brand new. Great furniture and porch swing on the deck as well for morning coffee. The main living area is wide open and has stunning kitchen cabinets, bears everywhere, super comfortable leather furniture, a fireplace, a huge tv & more. Both bedrooms are again cosy and decorated nicely. Very comfortable beds, nice size bathrooms. The location feels very safe. It has a bunch of homes around it. But there off far enough you don’t feel spied on. It feels very private. My only suggestion would be a window covering on the kitchen window and door. Maggie valley looks like a Small ski town. When we went it hadn’t snowed enough for the skiers to be out. So maggie valley was pretty empty though most places were open. It felt like we had the town to ourselves. Keep in mind some shops and restaurants close in winter for season. But most were open. It’s close to Cherokee, Asheville, Gatlinburg, Blueridge Parkway, Smokey Mountain State Park, Bryson City etc. We loved Waynesville for local shops and food. Definitely eat at Brickhouse in Maggie Valley! Lots of Antique shops close by “The Tobacco Barn”! Soco Falls, Biltmore, Breweries, Distilleries, wineries and more in the area. Lots to do. Beautiful mountain views everywhere. Book now!!! Thanks Don so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020