Title: Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community Vacation home in Maggie Valley with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21866800/21866796/c177c837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21866800/21866796/0dc71b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21866800/21866796/286a7501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21866800/21866796/41b3d1ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21866800/21866796/92093af6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bear Hug Inn offers a serene retreat with spectacular mountain views at 3,900 ft. Enjoy the warmth of two fireplaces and take in the vistas from the covered deck or porch swing. With high-speed internet, a gourmet kitchen, laundry room, and washer/dryer your stay is sure to be comfortable. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace ## 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 Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community Bear Hug Inn has spectacular mountain views at 3,900 ft. Enjoy this retreat with its three bedrooms+ loft, 3 ½ baths log cabin space. The loft/office area includes sleeper futon and a desk area with printer for you to enjoy the views while working, along with a reading library. There are two fireplaces, five flatscreen TVs, high speed internet, central heat and air. Bear Hug Inn has a two-car garage, outdoor gas grill with large entertainment area, including covered deck with porch swing to enjoy the excellent views. Also furnished is a washer/dryer in the laundry room. We have equipped our well stocked gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, professional gas cooktop, dishwasher and coffeemakers. There are two master suites on separate floors with additional third bedroom. NO MOTORCYCLES OF ANY KIND, TRAILERS, & LARGE RVS ARE ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY. 1st Floor: Spacious great room with updated furniture to enjoy the panoramic views, open kitchen with granite countertop bar seating. 55” flat screen TV, screened-in porch off kitchen for seasonal dining, laundry room with washer/dryer, half bath and living room with wood burning stone fireplace that opens to covered desk with outdoor seating to enjoy the breathtaking views. 2nd Floor (Upstairs): Master suite with king bed, flat screen TV. Full bath with shower, loft with desk and reading area, full size futon and seating area looking out to open views. 3rd Floor (Downstairs): Master suite king bed with full bathtub/shower combo. Living room includes gas fireplace and 65” smart TV. Second bedroom sleeps six (two sets of bunk beds replaced with new mattresses), full size bed (bottom bunk) twin size bed (top), flat screen TV. Second full bath with tub/shower combo. Family room has private access to lower desk and outside porch swing overlooking stunning mountain views. Long term rentals available upon request. Jan – May nightly: $280.00 - $1,680.00 June – October nightly: $350.00 - $2,200.00 November – December (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) $280.00 - $1,680.00 Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Weekly: $2,400.00 3 nights minimum stay 7 nights minimum stay for holidays of Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years. Dogs only are considered with $125 Pet Fee. 11% tax will be applied to rent The Damage Protection of $50 is a required item that will be added to the reservation. Optional 6.5% Trip Insurance will be applied to rent Deposit Required for Reservations $50 Damage Protection Plan. $65 Reservation Fee (plus tax) $275 Cleaning Fee Firewood Notice: Not all wood-burning fireplaces will provide firewood at the property. We can have firewood delivered to the property per request, we offer 1/4 cord for $100 or 1/2 cord for $180. Please order ahead before your arrival. The Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest subdivision does not permit motorcycles or trailers on the mountain. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing 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) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74080000/74074000/74073976/af829ed5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creek'nWoods IV -Views-Decks-waterfall-sleeps 14 Maggie Valley - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 153 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=74073976&PinnedHotelID=74073976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20150000/20142300/20142287/5a4e2305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chipmunk Chase in Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community MAGGIE VALLEY - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=20142287&PinnedHotelID=20142287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145000/22144917/5b6b71ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Dancing Wolfs Lodge MAGGIE VALLEY - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=22144917&PinnedHotelID=22144917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78310000/78301900/78301857/e13dfe65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded 4 Bedroom with Hot Tub. 5 minutes to town. 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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 Hug Inn Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community 2151-113570 Bear Hug Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community Maggie Valley Bear Hug Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community ## 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%7C35.50000%2C-83.03000&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ycy8c23trl7xcSsdnksKMoTM-EY=) MAGGIE VALLEY, North Carolina #### What's nearby - Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 9 min drive - 8.4 km - Wheels Through Time Museum - 10 min drive - 7.3 km - Stompin' Ground - 10 min drive - 7.3 km - Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 10 min drive - 7.7 km - Cataloochee Ski Area - 20 min drive - 16.7 km #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Frog Level Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬10 min drive - ‪Catrina’s Cantina - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bear Hug Inn at Gated Smoky Mountain Retreat Community located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hazelwood Soap Company, Folkmoot Friendship Center, and Balsam Spa. Queen's Farm Stables and Shelton House are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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