Located in Chalet Village within 2 miles (3 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this cabin is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
SkyPark - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Distillery - 5 min drive
Sugarlands Distilling Co. - 5 min drive
Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - 5 min drive
Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - 5 min drive
Mellow Mushroom - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub
- 5 mins to Downtown Gatlinburg and Park Entrance, 20 mins to Pigeon Forge/Dollywood. - Breathtaking view of the mountains, ski tram, and bears! - 800-sqft deck with a hot tub and an electric BBQ grill. - Spacious game room with wet bar, pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade, and board games. - All TVs are 4K UHD with built-in RokuTV which allow you to watch 125+ chanels, Netflix, Amazon Prime, ESPN, and many more. - Access to 3 nearby clubhouses with pools, tennis courts, gym, and other entertainment. Clubhouses are usually open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. For the rest of the year, only tennis courts are open. - Whole house power generator in case of power outage.
LAYOUT: - Level 1: Main entry, Bedroom 1 (queen bed), Bedroom 2 (king bed) with a half bath inside - Level 2: Living area with queen sofa sleeper, Kitchen & Dining area, Bedroom 3 (king bed) with jacuzzi inside, Bedroom 4 (queen bed) with laundry closet inside, 1 full common bath - Level 3: Game room and 1 full common bath
PET POLICIES: - Only 2 pets are allowed at $50 per night. Guest must notify Host of pet and pay pet fee. - The following heavy shedders are NOT allowed. Akita, Husky, Corgi, Retriever, Great Pyrenees, German Shepherd, Chow Chow, American Eskimo, Alaskan Malamute. If Guest brings any of these breeds, and extra cleaning fee is more than pet fee, Guest will be responsible for the difference. Guest will also compensate host for loss of income if cleaning takes longer than usual, resulting in late check-in and refund for next guests. - Pet must be fully potty trained, flea and tick free, and current on prevention treatment. - No pet on furniture. - Never use human towel for pet. - Do not leave pet alone in the house unless pet stays in a crate and is fully crate trained. - Guest must clean up after pet both indoor and outdoor. If Guest needs cleaning assistance, please contact Host. - Guest must keep pet quiet. Continuous barking is not acceptable.
MUST-KNOWS BEFORE YOU BOOK: - If you have a credit card with travel insurance, use it to book. Otherwise, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind. - The primary guest must be at least 21 years old. - There are three flights of stairs from Level 1 to Level 2 and two flights of stairs from Level 2 to Level 3. - Several short portions of the road to the cabin is moderately steep. This is very common for mountain cabins which offer spectacular views in return. During winter, four-wheel drive or snow chains are recommended. - Our driveway is steep and curvy as the cabin is built on a slope (see picture in listing). We will send you tips to help you park like a Ski Mountain local! Our previous guests found it very helpful and have no problem with parking so far. - Driveway parking at the top is limited to 2 sedans. If your cars are larger, you can park on the lower section of the driveway or across the street. - Any issues must be reported during your stay for us to address them. We do not offer post-stay refunds for unreported issues.
PHOTO ID AND DAMAGE DEPOSIT: In light of past issues with fraudulent bookings, to protect our property and all guests, we require the following from the primary guest within 48 hours of booking (or immediately if check-in is within 48 hours). 1. A government‑issued photo ID showing your photo, full name and birth year. All other information can be blackened out if needed. 2. A fully refundable damage deposit of $300, to be reserved on your card 1 day before arrival, and released about 1-3 days (up to 14 days) after check out. All personal data is used solely for guest verification and is not shared with third parties. After booking, you will receive an email with a link starting with "orez" to complete these steps.
IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES: - No smoke/drug/party/event allowed. Quiet hours 10pm to 6am. - No weapon allowed at the property. Do not leave your weapon behind. You will be entirely responsible for any injury or death caused by your weapon. - Trash must be bagged and put inside the closed bins. Always properly secure the latch on the bear box. - Cover hot tub when not in use - Do not feed or get closed to wild animals. - If pregnant, suffering from heart disease or respiratory illness, or have any medical condition where hot tub use is medically discouraged, do not use hot tub. Excessive consumption of alcohol, use of prescribed medication, or over the counter sleep aids is prohibited before or during use of hot tub. Children under 16 years old are prohibited from using hot tub. Hot tub use should be limited to 30 minutes maximum. - Use in-sink garbage disposal for small food remnants only. - Do not put liquid dish soap in dish washer. - Do not wash white bedding and white towels with colored fabric. - Extra fee will be charged for stubborn or unremovable linen stains or any item damaged or removed from the premise.
RENTAL CONTRACT By booking this house, Guest acknowledges and agrees to the following terms: 1. RESERVATION AND PAYMENT: Reservation is confirmed once Hosts receive 50% of the rental total, and a photo ID. 2. NATURAL DISASTERS & WEATHER: Refunds are not provided for hurricanes, storms, wildfires, or other weather events, unless a mandatory evacuation order is issued. Guests are advised to purchase travel insurance. 3. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The maximum occupancy is 10 persons. Non-compliance may result in eviction. 4. DELAYING OR HOLDING OVER: Guests must compensate Hosts for any loss of income, reputation, or goodwill caused by failure to vacate on time or violation of house rules. 5. CLEANING & REPAIRS: Guests must dispose of trash, clean dishes, and maintain the property. Extra cleaning may incur charges. 6. ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE INSURANCE: Guests are responsible for all damages, whether accidental or negligent. 7. CONDITION OF PROPERTY: The Host has, to the best of their ability, given an accurate description of the property and its condition. Issues such as malfunctioning amenities or insects are not grounds for refunds. 8. WILD ANIMALS: Property is frequently visited by wild animals. Black bears are usually seen in the backyard, driveway, or around the neighborhood. Guests are advised to follow bear safety tips provided by US National Park Service. Hosts have bear safety tips included in the welcome binder. Guests are fully responsible for their own safety and agree to hold the Hosts harmless from any liability related property damage or physical injuries caused by animals. 9. HOT TUB USE: Guests agree to hold Hosts harmless from any bacterial or other infection, injury, illness or death from any cause related to use of hot tub. If pregnant, suffering from heart disease or respiratory illness, or have any medical condition where hot tub use is medically discouraged, do not use hot tub. Excessive consumption of alcohol, use of prescribed medication, or over the counter sleep aids is prohibited before or during use of hot tub. Children under 16 years old are prohibited from using hot tub. Hot tub use should be limited to 30 minutes maximum. Use of oils, soap, or other additives is prohibited. Shower before using hot tub to prevent introducing body oil into the system. Shower after use to remove water disinfectants from your skin. Replace hot tub cover and secure with strap when not in use. Leave float in hot tub at all time. Refill hot tub using water hose if water level drops below skimmer. Contact Hosts if bromine tablets are not present inside the float, or if no water hose is present. 10. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: Guests hold Hosts harmless for any injury or property damage arising from their actions. 11. CHILD PROOFING: Property is not childproofed. Guests assume responsibility for the safety of children on the property. 12. MISSING ITEMS: Charges apply for missing items not returned after notification. 13. PERSONAL PROPERTY: Hosts are not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing property. 14. PARTIES: No parties allowed. Special occasions must be disclosed and approved by Hosts. Renters must be 21+. 15. NON-SMOKING: Smoking inside the house results in additional cleaning charges. 16. SUBLETTING: Subletting or assignment of the lease requires prior written consent from Hosts. 17. ENTRY OF PREMISES: Hosts may enter the property for repairs or inspections with reasonable notice. 18. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES: The relationship between Hosts and Guests is that of proprietor and lodger. Tenant laws do not apply. 19. REMEDIES: Hosts may re-enter the property in case of default and recover damages. Guests waive claims for damages related to Hosts’ re-entry. 20. ATTORNEYS FEES/DEFAULT: The prevailing party in any legal action related to the agreement is entitled to attorney fees. 21. INDEMNIFICATION: Guests agree to indemnify Hosts for any liability arising from negligent or intentional acts. 22. DISCLAIMER: Hosts are not responsible for personal injury or property damage due to weather, accidents, or unforeseen events, except for intentional harm.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player and Netflix. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 21
Driving? This property offers limited parking.
Property Registration Number 1002417099
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.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this cabin?
This cabin is situated in Chalet Village, close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Dollywood. You'll also find Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this cabin?
Yes, though parking is limited.
Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cabin include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.
Does Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cabin.
Does this cabin offer breakfast?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.
Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.
What is the closest airport to this cabin?
The closest major airport to this cabin is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 25.8 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub?
Yes, every cabin at Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.
Breathtaking view-Bear sighting-Game room-Hot tub Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 154 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Erika W.
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed everything the house has to offer! Loved the video game! Thank you !
We had a great time! Kate is an awesome host! Thank you for everything!
Erika W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin, great host!
This was an excellent place to stay!
Robert K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
Mar 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views !
Great cabin with amazing views and close to everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Dan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Krista R.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain getaway!
The pictures don’t do this beautiful cabin justice. It’s is spacious yet warm and cozy. The views were phenomenal, even in the off season. Everything was extremely clean and the kitchen was well stocked. My kids loved the game room upstairs. We also enjoyed the large selection of board games. It is close to the park and all of the downtown attractions. Driving up the mountain was intimidating but I found it manageable especially if I drove through town and skipped the more challenging bypass route. The parking tips provided were also very helpful and appreciated.
Krista R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandy R.
Feb 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and spacious
Very spacious and clean! As described the driveway can be challenging but overall we had a great stay! The storm knocked out power but the house generator didn’t skip a beat, it kept going consistently until the power was restored. We only knew the generator was on because we heard it kick on. Very happy this backup was in place.
Brandy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sophie M.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was pristine clean and looked exactly like the pictures. The view from the deck was incredible. Our kids had fun waving at the Ober tram. Game room was a blast. The host was very responsive. We want to be back in the fall for the foliage!
Sophie M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
ROBERTO P.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay
I was a very nice stay we saw bears two time it was amazing
ROBERTO P.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Delta G.
Nov 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gambill & Shepherd Family Vacation
We seen Momma Bear & her baby everyday we was there . 3 night 4 days .Always love being able to see the bears . Loved the cabin & loved the view . Thanks for sharing your beautiful mountain home with our family . Only thing that got to us was the stairs a lot of stairs lol . But we made it up and down okay . We would come back to Papa Bears Den again . Of course we signed the guess book too . Love reading people’s letters they left in guess book . Oh Yeah Make Sure All Car Doors are Locked at All Times . And don’t leave anything out cause bears will try and get in it . Just like we had an empty cooler in back of our truck so Momma Bear decided she wanted to climb in the back of our truck and smack the cooler around and chewed on it lmao . Thanks from Gambill & Shepherd Family for a wonderful spot for a Family Vacation
Delta G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Desiree S., Boerne, TX
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bears every day
Bears every day. Comfortable for family gathering!
Desiree S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
louis b.
Oct 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and fair price
The good: Plenty of room for 6-8 people. Nice location. Fun to watch active bear activity from the porch. Pool table and video game was nice for the teens and beds super comfortable.
Negative: no ball for the fooseball table. No salt, pepper or spices as listed in the description. No baking sheet to cook biscuits for breakfast. Some lamps were missing bulbs. Could not find way to turn on outdoor flood light so parking and travel up porch stairs was completely dark.
louis b.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fred H.
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
75th birthday
From the moment we stepped into the cabin it was clear that the owners take pride in providing comfortable, well maintained and well decorated accommodations. There was not one word of the description that was misleading. The view from the balcony is beautiful. The assortment of games in the loft were all in top condition, foosball, pool, arcade game and the poker table with the mini wet bar made it complete. With bathrooms on all 3 levels we never had to wait, great facility for a birthday, family reunion and so on. 5 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg and 8 minutes from the entrance to Smokey mountain national park. Even with the easy access to gatlinburg we were far enough away to never have any noise plus it felt secluded in the Tennessee mountains.
Fred H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samuel P.
Sep 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Samuel P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roxanne B., Taylor
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our entire family my 4 kids and their family too it was awesome and lots of bears in Aug
We had a great family bonding getaway
Roxanne B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Kiran B.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Bedroom was freezing
Kiran B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry D.
Jul 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We stayed for 4th of July. No issues with getting into the pool. Great view of fireworks. We were 10 to 15 minutes to stores or anything we wanted to do. Game room was awesome.
They aren't kidding about the bears!!! They are around although they have us no trouble. Also drive is super steep and has a "v" turn so if you have s big SUV like we did you may have to be prepared to truck some luggage.
But overall it was AMAZING!! We will definitely be back.
Terry D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great view of Gatlinburg and the mountains
Beautiful cabin. Located just moments from the end of downtown Gatlinburg stoplight number 10 very easy commute to get to anything you want. The cabin was comfortable and well equipped as well as clean and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay as well as our interaction with the host. To top it all off we saw bears almost every day. They just stroll by while we’re on the porch, and gave us a look as they passed by. Beautiful animals. We would stay here again for sure. While the driveway is tight, it’s not as bad as others make out. I think it all depends on what type of vehicle you drive. A large SUV may be tighter. Our Hyundai palisade was able to make it to the top and then turn around Without much trouble
Christopher C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamey C.
Jun 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation great location for everything
We had a spectacular time staying at Papa Bear's Den in late May. The weather was perfect, and the location is excellent for all the Great Smoky Mountain area. The driveway is steep, but don't let that deter you...we had it mastered in a couple of times! We loved the deck and amenities. The kitchen is spacious for multiple cooks. Teens and young adults spent hours in the loft, as well as adults who remember all the classic video games on the console! The bears are going to be a memory forever! We saw them daily, and if you're following bear etiquette, they will do their own thing while you watch from the safety of the home. Thanks for the memories.
Jamey C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful Stay!
We loved our stay here! The cabin was very clean, and had everything we needed to make it the perfect stay. The host was very polite and easy to be communicated with! We would 100% stay here again!!
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tara F.
May 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick stay at Great Smoky Mountains
We had a great stay.
Tara F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Constance M., Lafollette, Tn
May 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mother’s Day get away
Great location. Game room was a blast. Seeing the black bear in front of the house was a one in a million experience.
Constance M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Val R.
Apr 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, awesome vacation!
Porch has great view. Location was great for visiting Gatlinburg, Smoky Mnt National Park, and Dollywood. Loved the bear sightings. House was clean and in good condition. Kids loved the upstairs game room.
Val R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liz P.
Mar 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views, beautiful home
We loved everything about our stay in this home. The driveway was tricky, but there was an option to park below if needed.
Liz P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather C., Franklin, TN
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy!
This was a great cabin and we enjoyed our short trip. The family really enjoyed all the things in the game room.
Heather C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keir M.
Feb 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice long weekend
I brought my kids(8 people total + dog) up for a long weekend to stay in this cabin, and to experience Gatlinburg. The cabin was perfect. There were four separate bedrooms and a pullout sofa in the living room that we used. It had a kitchen with all of the utensils, crockpots pans, dishes, bowls for pho and chili that we needed. The kids (all adults) enjoyed the pool table and Jacuzzi we brought a PS5 and plugged it in to the TV in the living room. The cabin views are great and we plan on booking again the next time we are up there. I cannot recommend it enough. We really loved it
Keir M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
Feb 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was close to everything, had plenty of space for our larger family, and was very clean. The kids loved the game room.