Spacious, peaceful, and close to nature—frequent bear sightings included!

Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(134 Reviews)

Cabin in Gatlinburg, TN

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cabin rental

Bear Sanctuary - Authentic Log Cabin in Chalet Village

Experience the ultimate Smoky Mountain getaway at Bear Sanctuary, a pristine log cabin in Gatlinburg's Chalet Village. This historically rich retreat features 4 king bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms with 2 custom walk-in showers, and space for up to 12 guests. Enjoy modern comforts including a 7-person hot tub, 3 decks, walnut hardwood floors, and real knotty pine walls. The cabin is equipped with stainless steel appliances, 7 flat-screen TVs, a queen sleeper sofa, and a queen futon. For entertainment, you'll find a pool table, poker table, and big smoker grill. Just 15 minutes from Dollywood and under 5 minutes to downtown Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountain National Park, you might spot wild turkey, deer, and especially black bears in the backyard.

If Bear Sanctuary isn't available for your dates, check out our other listing in Sevierville, VRBO 2771608, close to the Parkway and Pigeon Forge!

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly

Map of Gatlinburg, TN

Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(134 Reviews)
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Great home! Accommodated us quite well. Visited multiple times a day by bears. A mama and two cubs, another mama and her 3 cubs, a few junior bears and one big brazen fella! Loved the location but wish I had a view of the mountains instead of the trees. Easy to get to downtown Gatlinburg, Dollywood and Caden Cove. I highly recommend this home!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
It was a wonderful stay. The property was clean and the bears were very friendly. Thank you for the peaceful stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The cabin is extremely spacious with everything being spread out on three levels. The living room/kitchen area was a great space for our group of eight. The kitchen is well supplied with everything we needed for the few meals we cooked there, and the large table accommodated us all. The drive up the mountain is not too bad in comparison to many Smoky Mountains cabins but we chose to be home before dark as
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed our 2 week stay at the Bear Santuary cabin and loved having the 4 king size beds. Stephen was wonderful returning any phone calls with our questions.. We had daily visits from the local bears and followed all the bear rules. 🐻 Look forward to coming again.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The Chalet Village location in proximity to the National park was absolutely perfect! We hiked several trails in the mountains almost everyday. The beautiful town of Gatlinburg was quiet, entertaining and also conveniently located to other areas of interest. The cabin was perfect for our family of 8, with plenty of space. We had several close encounters with black bears on the property during our stay, which was very cool to see, but you can tell that there must have been visitors to the area in the past that have not respected the locals warnings and advice on not feeding the bears. These guys are just looking for handouts, so please do not feed them for your safety and theirs. The cabin and unique setting were absolutely beautiful, so for future visitors, let’s help keep it that way for everyone’s comfort and enjoyment! Would absolutely stay here again, and so grateful for the wonderful memories we made:)
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We truly enjoyed our stay in this cabin! This may be the best as far as cleanliness and space for our family. Absolutely wonderful!
5.0 / 5.0
Apr 2024
The property was exactly as advertised! It was the perfect amount of space for our family: four adults, teen/tween daughters and a small dog. The mattresses were the most comfortable thing ever! Everything was very clean and I felt very safe letting our dog roam and sniff (inside) while we were home without worrying she’d find something dangerous. There was even plenty of good places for her crate to fit out of the way. They obviously do a thorough job cleaning because even though it’s pet friendly it never seemed like our pup found any “suspicious” spots to sniff at or anything. If you bring a pup along there is not much of a “yard” for them to use for going potty but we made it work without any problems! There is an incredible view just a short walk down the road and the house itself is very peaceful and quiet. The kitchen had most of the utensils and things you’d need and some salt and pepper but you’ll want to bring along any extra spices you’d want for cooking and thingsv like ziplock baggies. The hot tub was so relaxing after a long hike and the family loved playing pool with each other. We loved having Roku tv and were able to watch anything we wanted in the evenings. I can’t say enough great things about this place … we hope to get to come back some day!!
5.0 / 5.0
Apr 2024
This home was such a treat. Really, the perfect getaway with my family. How often do you get a rental with 4 king sized bedrooms? It was plenty of space and the hot tub on the back deck overlooking the woods was a bonus! Host was really great with communication and the check in and check out process was easy. We liked how it felt like a true log cabin but with modern touches (nice tvs and keyless entry, etc). Thanks so much for the visit!

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Gatlinburg?

The average price for a rental in Gatlinburg is £211 per night. This rental is £26 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious, peaceful, and close to nature—frequent bear sightings included!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Spacious, peaceful, and close to nature—frequent bear sightings included!. Enjoy the water!

Is Spacious, peaceful, and close to nature—frequent bear sightings included! pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Spacious, peaceful, and close to nature—frequent bear sightings included!?

We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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