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A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a sofa set.
An outdoor patio with wooden furniture and a view of a forested area.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a map on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Traffic Light #2A
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Traffic Light #1A
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Traffic Light #2A - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Traffic Light #1A - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Anakeesta - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ober Mountain - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Perfect Affordable Family Retreat! + Hot Tub!

Bear Hollow offers a three bedroom home nestled on a one acre grassy glen with views of the Great Smoky Mountains. It's ideal for the family or friends getting away to the mountains for the weekend, a week or longer. With room to stretch your legs and a deck for enjoying the scenery, you'll have to remind yourself that the park awaits!



Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious kitchen, living area, eating area, full size laundry facility, large yard, deck with 10 person hot tub, and parking for two vehicles plus a driveway for extra cars.



Bonus: no twisty, winding, steep roads to get to the house!



Bear Hollow is located off of the East Parkway (Hwy 321) less than one mile from downtown Gatlinburg. It's three bedrooms and open concept kitchen, dining, and living area is perfect for family gatherings.



LIVING ROOM

The living room features a fireplace, flat screen television, Blu-Ray DVD player, cable and free WIFI. The large sectional sofa has a queen sleeper sofa within.



KITCHEN

The kitchen is fully stocked with pots/pans, dishes, cups and silverware. There is a stove, full-size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, and blender. The adjoining laundry room has a full size washer and dryer.



OUTDOOR AREA

The deck has a 7-person hot tub and an outdoor seating area that can accommodate 12 at the table with additional seating for lounging and enjoying the views of the mountains. There is a park-style charcoal grill for your outdoor cooking enjoyment.



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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

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- McGhee Tyson Airport - 43 mi

- The Great Smoky Mountain National Park

- Rafting Outdoor Adventures

- Nantahala Outdoor Center

- Arts & Crafts Community

- Ober Gatlinburg

- Ripley's Adventures

- Rocky Top Sports World

- Dollywood (in our opinion the next best thing to Disney World)

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OTHER THINGS TO KNOW

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CANCELLATION POLICY:

1) 60 or more days prior to check in date: $50 Cancellation Fee.

2) 59 - 30 days prior to check in date: 25% Forfeiture.

3) 29 - 15 days prior to check in: 50% Forfeiture.

4) 14 days or less: Full Forfeiture.



- All changes and cancellations must be received in writing (email will be considered in writing as long as we acknowledge receipt of the email). If proper notice is not given as specified, the deposit will be forfeited.



REFUNDS: No refunds will be given due to weather, road conditions, acts of God, mechanical failures at Bear Hollow, power outages, or early departures.



- Check In 4 PM - Check-Out at 10 AM. Late Check-out may be available upon request.

- Non-Smoking

- Bear Hollow has a NO pet policy

- Wi-Fi is available throughout the house





Rates subject to change until booked.



Click "Book it Now" for rates and availability.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Rental Agreement must be signed. Extra charges may apply for damages to the property. The Security Deposit up to $500.
No parties, no pets, no smoking.
Late checkout may be charged against the Security Deposit.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gatlinburg, close to Anakeesta, Ober Mountain, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You'll also find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark within a short drive.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 28.1 mi away.

Perfect Affordable Family Retreat! + Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 106 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Perfect place to enjoy vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great getaway with our famiky

We really enjoyed staying at Bear Cove. The owners were friendly and helpful. The stay was perfect for our family. The home was beautiful, with everything that we needed to enjoy the Smokies
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Clean house, well stocked. Easy in and out of town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear Hollow stay

Enjoyed our stay here; very nice host. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay

Wonderful stay with great accommodations and quick responses from host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Great for family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO

Great property and the cleanliness was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property as advertised, great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We were just there one night and other than a problem with the alarm system it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but GREAT stay

The house was exactly what we expected when we arrived. It was clean, spacious, close to a few restaurants and a short walk to the trolley stop. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family

This was our second time staying here. The property feels private but is close enough to walk to several restaurants. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We had a great time and my husband enjoy watching the bears
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Great location! House was comfortable and clean. Would stay in this location again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved the house and the privacy!

Bear Hollow was beautiful and clean! Plenty of room and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

The perfect stay for a large family gathering. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this home

Great location clean and everything worked! Super quiet and loved the firefly show each night on back patio.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Stay

The house was perfect for a family! The number of bedrooms was perfect for grands, parents and the 4-bed bunkroom was just the amount we need for our grandchildren! The house had everything needed for a weekend away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay at Bear Hallow and Meredith, the property manager, was in constant communication and was eager to make sure that all our needs were met. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had a great time at Bear Hollow. It was the perfect distance to all the places we wanted to go. The hot tub was a huge bonus! Can’t wait to come and stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We were very impressed with the property and will be staying there if we come to Gatlinburg again! Overall great communication with property owners and maintenance man. Home was beautiful, clean and our family enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

This place was amazing. Convenient to everything, clean, comfortable. We even had a visit from the three bears.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Gatlinburg and easy to get to

very nice property minutes from the main action strip of Gatlinburg. Large enough for our family and had everything we needed. Bonus was that it wasn't a lot of mountain roads to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home away from Home

This is a wonderful place to stay in Gatlinburg! The large front yard, patio area, and the home its self met all our needs for us, our children and grandchildren. Its location is close to Gatlinburg, but feels like you are in the country. I would recommend highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home in the ourskirts of Gatlinburg

This home was so comfortable and had a cozy atmosphere. It fit my family perfectly and we even got to see bears. I look forward to re-booking this home the next time we head go Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Night in Gatlinburg

The house was perfect for our extended family as we were having a day of hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It easily slept all nine of us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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