Title: Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK ## Photo gallery for Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK ![Terrace/patio - Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK (Brevard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36240000/36239300/36239273/4745e8a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK (Brevard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36240000/36239300/36239273/d6437d0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK (Brevard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36240000/36239300/36239273/513e1a97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK (Brevard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36240000/36239300/36239273/a22f677e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player - Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK (Brevard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36240000/36239300/36239273/42df453e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched atop Henry Mountain, Bear's Rest offers a secluded retreat with a beautifully landscaped garden and inviting wraparound porch. Relax in the family room by the gas fireplace or unwind on comfy outdoor furniture while taking in the sunrise. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61696 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK Visit this secluded and beautifully landscaped home at the top of Henry Mountain. The main floor features a large family room with vaulted ceilings & gas fireplace. The living room has satellite tv & wifi. The master bedroom has a king bed & spacious bath located across the hall. The oversized upstairs bedroom has a king & double bed with a private bath. A table set aside for games & puzzles offered in the home. The exterior of the home has an inviting wraparound porch, with large covered area & gas grill. Plenty of outdoor comfy furniture creating another living area that you don't want to leave. You'll be sure to love the porch. The beautifully landscaped gardens just add another special touch to this beautiful get away. Sunrise is magnificent for the early riser. Whether you need to rest & recharge your batteries, or want to get out & explore the area, this is a beautiful & secluded place to stay. The home is located about 20 minutes from downtown Brevard. At Bear’s Rest, we are unable to accommodate any type of snow plow to the roads or driveway based on its fantastic mountain location. This means that if there is an inclement storm that could effect your reservation, it could be altered or refunded. Safety is the top priority during winter reservation months. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,696 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93200000/93199300/93199230/28e645ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hendersonville 'cantrell Cottage' - Smoky Mtn View Hendersonville - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=93199230&PinnedHotelID=93199230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34085600/34085573/3c315ebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Veranda Log Cabin Zirconia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.4 Exceptional 216 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=34085573&PinnedHotelID=34085573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39090000/39083400/39083316/bd0765ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 85 a night, Cute, Clean, Quiet & Convenient Mills River - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=39083316&PinnedHotelID=39083316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106031500/106031402/995b17ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trailhead Cottage - Half mile to PNF, dog friendly! 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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 ### Property is also known as Bear's Rest Mountain top Property Spectacular Long Range Views ## About the area Located in Brevard, this vacation home is in the mountains. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Silvermont Mansion and Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sideways Farm & Brewery and Etowah Valley Golf Club. [Visit our Brevard travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Brevard.dx55069) [View more Vacation homes in Brevard](https://www.expedia.ca/Brevard-Private-Vacation-Homes.d55069-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.21499%2C-82.73247&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eNl-5o6W3rPEeamAkip5DslZrzo=) Brevard, NC ### What's nearby - ![One of my favorite places to chill out or go for a walk, bike ride, etc... Lovely!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034866/6f27f750-ff38-43c8-9af6-edbe02f1b819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) French Broad River 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - ![At the foot of the Cross lies my peace... A popular place for weddings in the small open-sided chapel atop the mountain at the YMCA camp. To sit in the pews and look out on the world is a great side of peace. #cross #peace #mountains #SC #relaxing #beautifulday #outdoors #traveljunkie #ktphoenixphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656718/82a12a54-2b7c-457d-b071-556ed8fd587d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fred W. Symmes Chapel 29 min drive \- 33.6 km - ![Biltmore Estate featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066187/59023bd5-6889-4cb3-9883-98f07e2c7403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biltmore Estate 53 min drive \- 66.9 km - Crystal Mountain Gem Mine 4 min drive \- 3.1 km - Brevard College 4 min drive \- 3.0 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - Save-More Foods 5 min drive - Cardinal Drive-In 3 min drive - The Bohemian 4 min drive - Jet's Pizza 6 min drive - Blue Smoke BBQ 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK? ### What time is check-out at Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK? ### Where is Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bear's Rest, LONG RANGE MNT VIEWS! BIG COMFY DECK Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 87 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn Z. Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Getaway Such a beautiful house in a beautiful location! Exactly as described. Very comfortable and clean. We had such a lovely quick getaway. Easy to get to close hiking spots. Would definitely return to stay again! Thank you for the memories. ##### Robyn Z. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy F. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful time! Great view and cabin was clean and well kept! ##### Cindy F. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grayson H. Mar 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view and cozy home My wife and I took our 3 month old on a short weekend getaway and we enjoyed this home very much! Ver cozy and clean and the view is perfect. Would definitely recommend and hope to stay here again on our next trip. ##### Grayson H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott E. May 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful seclusion Wonderful sunrise views from this mountaintop setting. Very quiet and peaceful; just far enough from town to feel like you're in the country, but close enough to run in town for a meal. Comfortable bedding with memory foam matresses. Great stay! ##### Scott E. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele S. Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect mountain home getaway! We loved our stay at this spacious mountain home. Wonderful porches with a great view! The climb (winding road to get there) is worth the view! ##### Michele S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer M. Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful cabin We loved this cabin in the woods! Yes, steep drive but totally doable! And it’s worth it to have the beautiful views sunrise and sunset. It was easy to get to brevard and hiking. Overall a very enjoyable stay! Will book again! ##### jennifer M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna K. Aug 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded Mountain Getaway We enjoyed the view and privacy this cabin afforded. Our grandson woke up each morning excited to see the mountains shrouded in mist. We loved the proximity to Brevard, Pisgah National Forest, and DuPont Stste Park. The cabin has been updated nicely and is well stocked with many amenities. ##### Donna K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hiking get away The property is great. Everything you need is there, and the view is priceless. Beautiful sunrises every day were awesome. I would recommend getting there in the daylight the first time, as the driveway is exciting. 100 percent would recommend. ##### David B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATRICIA S. Jul 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice mountain getaway Had a wonderful time - well equipped, comfortable home. Great outdoor spaces for relaxing and enjoying the views. Close to Brevard and to lots of activities, but feels like you're a million miles away. Loved being able to bring our pup. Would stay again despite two negatives - ants in the kitchen and a confusing HVAC situation. ##### PATRICIA S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracie S. Oct 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain top Bear's Rest was exactly that! We hiked all day in Dupont and retreated to the top of a mountain for a great night's rest. The views were spectacular. Caution- they are not kidding about the drive...it's steep...well worth it! ##### Tracie S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven R., Augusta, GA Oct 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and Quiet with an amazing view Just what we needed. The house is nice and the property is amazing, so peaceful and quiet. We woke up every morning and had coffee on the front porch and watched the sun come up over the ridgelines. Would definitely recommend to anyone that asks and return in the future. ##### Steven R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Candice K. May 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Wonderful view So quiet with a wonderful view. The drive up the hill was challenging. Ac consists of window units. Upstairs shower is very small. ##### Candice K. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly G., Blythewood Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Quiet We had a relaxing stay. The house is just as it appears in the pictures and it is really quiet at the end of the road. I was nervous about the driveway after reading some other posts. It really wasn’t bad - just one turn was a little extra! We will stay here again when we come up to the area! ##### Kelly G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber B. Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful mountain retreat A beautiful visit! The view is worth a stay, very peaceful and private. Close to many great amenities in Brevard and tons of hiking and outdoor activities. Pay attention to the access, the drive is long, narrow (one way) and extremely steep gravel. Also the address takes you to the incorrect location, the turnoff is the next one down off walnut hollow called Henry mountain Rd. If you take the first whipperwill you end up in someone's yard, yikes. ##### Amber B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike H. Dec 13, 2024 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday getaway in the Clouds Clean and fairly well stocked. The cookware was only fair. Approach road is difficult to navigate in pea soup fog (which is what we had for the first two nights). House was very spacious and was furnished nicely. It would have been better if the steps into the house had been blown off. They were completely covered in leaves, which were wet and slippery. Overall, we had a wonderful and very restful stay and we loved the gas logs. View is execellent, once the clouds lifted on Wednesday afternoon. We will definitely come back. Hopefully the coffemaker will be replaced by then. It was pretty grody looking. ##### Mike H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain retreat We enjoyed our time in the area, which offers great hiking and waterfall experiences. Town was cute and had some good restaurants. The property listing grossly underestimates the time it takes to get into town. We found it took almost 10 minutes to get down the steep drive to the main road, and another 10 or so to get in to Brevard. This was a drawback for us. Icemaker mentioned in listing was not working. Pick up a bag of ice in town before you go up the mountain. Showerheads in both bathrooms were very low output; you had to really work to get wet and then to rinse off. The wonderful view from the porch was partially blocked by an overgrown tree smack in the middle of the vista; trimming it would greatly improve things. Kitchen is reasonably well outfitted for cooking, and the gas grill is a nice touch. If we return to the area, we will look for something a bit closer in. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. Nov 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded home with great views. Drive to the property is steep gravel road. We encountered a few harmless spiders in the corners of hallway or bathrooms that were easily dispatched. The blind over the door at the end of the hall doesn't fonalway the way to the bottom of the glass. The air was a little humid when we arrived but that was quickly resolved with the units in the home. These minor issues were the only negatives for my family. The porch and views were incredible. Even though we didn't cook on our short stay, the kitchen is very nice and guests could cook if they wanted. The fireplace was nice and would be enjoyable in cool weather. The wifi worked well. We were able to use the smart TV and Roku to stream our indoor entertainment. We've stayed in the area many times so we were plased with the location and the quiet seclusion of the property. My boys enjoyed the upstairs bedroom. I also was very pleased with the responsiveness of the owner. I would recommend this property if you are looking for a secluded getaway with great views. ##### Mark B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam W., Raleigh, NC Oct 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view, great porch The porch and the fireplace are the highlights of this house. The porch is wraparound with plenty of comfortable furniture to relax. It was chilly when we were there but still bundled up to watch the sunrise with my morning coffee. I would love to come back in the summer when we can truly enjoy the great porch and property. On the chilly evenings we enjoyed sitting in front of the gas fireplace. The house is equipped with everything we needed. Hosts were very responsive when we had a question. The road to get to the home is a bit of a challenge - it’s gravel and there are some ruts to watch out for. The last little bit is very steep, but by that point it’s paved again. With that said, the view and the property is worth the climb.One note about pillows: if you’re particular about pillows you may want to bring your own. The pillows on the 2 king beds are very thick and dense. We found them uncomfortable. Were did find a 2 that worked better in the upstairs bedroom closet. Great property, I would recommend it if you’re looking for a beautiful place to relax. ##### Pam W. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### MICHAEL L. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Hard Pass - Outdated and Unkept Mountain Home We've stayed at 15+ homes and have had great experiences. Unfortunately, not here. 1\. Finding the property is difficult because there is no clear signage of where to turn off the shared road. The directions reference turning at a mailbox, but the mailbox numbers are not legible. Adding a sign would make things easier. 2\. The driveway is very steep and windy. It is very tight if you have a long-wheelbase vehicle, and it is also washing away in several sections. 3\. The kitchen, bathrooms, furnishings, and appliances need to be updated. When renting a mountain home at this price point, you expect a certain level of quality. For example, the refrigerator water needs to be hooked up for water/ice, and the ice trays are cracked. The refrigerator is also missing a shelf. We can write about a dozen issues like this, but the post would be too long. 4\. The home has AC units, not central air. They run constantly and are loud in the summer heat. This constant mechanical noise ruins the ambiance of the mountain setting. You can’t hear any of the sounds of nature. If you turn off the AC units and try to run the ceiling fans in the bedrooms, the noise is even worse. 5\. The mountain views from the porch are blocked. The undergrowth and tree limbs have not been trimmed in many years, drastically reducing the long-range mountain views. 6\. The gutters are clogged and have small brush growing in them. Although this did not affect our stay, it raised concern about the home's overall upkeep. ##### MICHAEL L. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey J. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Enjoyed our stay at Bears Rest, wonderful views! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/69c071dc-2f3c-4811-9a20-1eb47b6c6e07-1757276791711.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jeffrey J. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn Z. Nov 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such a beautiful cabin and relaxing stay! We enjoyed coming back for another visit. Comfortable and clean. The views are amazing! Thank you so much ##### Robyn Z. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison and Johnny D. Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our day was short, but very enjoyable. Comfortable beds. Beautiful views. we would stay here again. ##### Allison and Johnny D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren K. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We love this place and try to come back often! ##### Lauren K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan J. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely the best weekend at the most peaceful and relaxing property that we have ever stayed at! Second year in a row celebrating our anniversary there. Plan to book next year as well! Martha took such immaculate care of the home! SPOTLESS!!! ![Happy 49th anniversary to us](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/113dbfa3-6e15-49dc-bac8-e6202d4fc10d-1756167119642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from the covered porch](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/06eba705-058b-4a63-9bde-dfbc219f2aa8-1756167123493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susan J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert F D. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful setting atop a mountain not far from downtown Brevard. Interior and exterior of the house was well maintained. House had all of the amenities to make for a restful week vacation. The wrap around deck offered a breath-taking view of the mountains in the surrounding area. The host was quick to respond during booking period and to answer a question we had while there.All directions were clear and thorough. ##### Robert F D. 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