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Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views!

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Cozy cabin with a stone fire pit, chimney, and patio seating.

Relax in a cabin-style room with a high ceiling, sofa, and flat-screen TV, offering a forest view.

Compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry and modern appliances, featuring a refrigerator, microwave, and oven.

Relax in this traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed and comfortable seating area.

Cozy cabin-style interior with a central dining table and six chairs, a chandelier, and a large window.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61450 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Old Fort, North Carolina

Lake Lure
‪33 min drive‬
Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
‪51 min drive‬
Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
‪52 min drive‬
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Old Fort

Located 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Waterfall Park, this cabin is within a 15-minute drive of Mountain Gateway Museum. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

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What's nearby

Catawba Falls - 21 min drive - 12.6 miles
Lake Lure - 33 min drive - 16.4 miles
Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 51 min drive - 23.2 miles
Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 52 min drive - 23.9 miles
Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk - 55 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - ‬28 min drive
‪Hillman Beer - ‬14 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
‪Legends on the Lake - ‬28 min drive
‪The Gardens - ‬28 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.

Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views!

Recharge with breathtaking views from the back deck of Dancing Bears Cabin, nestled on a tranquil and spacious 6-acre property in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Wake up to stunning sunrises over rolling peaks, as this mountainside log cabin reveals a new horizon masterpiece with each season. Located within Gateway Mountain, a 3,000-acre nature preserve and gated community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin is perfect for family gatherings, friend reunions, or a romantic getaway.

Spend your evenings roasting s'mores over the fire pit (wood included) under a starlit sky, or cozy up inside by the crackling fireplace. Fire up the charcoal grill for a delicious barbecue and dine al fresco with the mountains as your backdrop. Explore the natural beauty of Gateway Mountain, with two pristine lakes, a trout pond for catch-and-release fishing (no license required), a picturesque waterfall park, hiking trails, picnic areas, and abundant wildlife. Indoors, enjoy games, music, and movies via DVDs and an extensive satellite channel selection. Work remotely with ease using the fast Starlink Wi-Fi and dedicated workstation. The fully-stocked kitchen and local artwork will make you feel right at home.

For nearby adventures, Dancing Bears Cabin is conveniently located close to Gateway Mountain's main entrance, just 10 minutes off I-40. Western North Carolina's top attractions are within easy reach: Black Mountain, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are a short 30 to 45-minute drive, while Lake Lure and Chimney Rock are just 30 minutes away.

Experience the unique charm of this custom log cabin, constructed entirely from natural materials, with no sheetrock, paint, or carpet. Your perfect mountain retreat awaits at Dancing Bears Cabin!

Please note: During the colder winter months (from December through March), icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snow plow operations are possible within the development. We strongly recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles and travel insurance throughout the year, but especially for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months.

No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community. The driveway is steep but paved, and plenty of parking is available at the cabin.

The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Greybeard Rentals

Languages

English

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Enjoy cooking and socializing in this kitchen with a central island and modern appliances.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In the mountains

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 1,450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

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 doesn't allow pets

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: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Old Fort, close to Catawba Falls, Old Fort Railroad Museum, and Waterfall Park. You'll also find Mountain Gateway Museum and Arrowhead Monument nearby.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cabin and fireplaces in some.

Does Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed 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 Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is about 20.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views!?

Yes, every cabin at Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views! comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Dancing Bears Cabin | Breathtaking Sunrise Mountain Views! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Bert M.

Feb 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter getaway

This year we decided to go to North Carolina al for our Yearly winter vacation..We found Dancing Bears and were not disappointed, it was just as advertised, away from it all but not too far ..The management team was great and was there to answer any questions we had.Would definitely go back and would recommend it for anyone thinking of taking a trip to the area

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Sep 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The little things matter

The house was beautiful but not up to the normal level we always find with Verbo properties. It was the small things we found annoying and not renter friendly. No ice maker or even ice trays, no fitted sheets- which made our sleeping experiences horrible!, the paper products were very substandard so much that we went to town and bought our own toilet paper and paper towels, along with an 8.00 bag of ice! It would have been nice to have had a few comfortable chairs by the fire pit too. And the popcorn left for us was stale and out of date! Where were the coffee filters? Again, it’s the little things that matter and make for a positive experience!Not sure we’ll ever rent a Greybeard property again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bridgette H.

Aug 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Dancing Bears - Old Fort

The cabin was great! It was a little remote but was easy to access. Beautiful views, quiet evenings and mornings with just the occasional noise of cars leaving the community. Initially the entry code did not work. It took several tries and about 10 minutes and suddenly the lock took the code and everything was fine. The town of Old Fort was cute but was very small and really had only one restaurant for dinner, Hillman Beer! It was fabulous! We brought our own hummingbird feeder and they found it quickly. We enjoyed watching them come while sitting in the deck. We were sure to bring it in whenever we left the cabin so it didn’t entice the bears and other wildlife to venture close to the cabin. The towns of Marion and Black Mountain were very close and both had cute shops and good restaurants. As long as you don’t mind curvy mountain roads and having a lot of piece and quiet, you’ll enjoy your stay at this cabin!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Jul 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Dancing Bear

Impressive views and quiet, exactly what we were wanting to experience!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MJ T.

Jul 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin getaway

Nice cabin, private, clean, gorgeous view! Property manager very responsive and helpful. Waterfalls in development beautiful!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Jul 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Dancing Bears Cabin

Compact but perfect for our family of five, beautiful setting with long range Mountain views - and we actually saw 2 bears entering the woods beyond the fence next to the property, they were not dancing but seemed very content!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Apr 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular View

All good, great place that exceeded the pictures on the website. Well equipped kitchen & rest of the house.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Feb 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Memories made at Dancing Bears Cabin

We took our two grandchildren for the weekend and had a wonderful time.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Oct 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in the mountains!

We fully enjoyed our time at Dancing Bear Cabin. Very nice cabin and conveniently located.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

Sep 5, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day retreat

Great time at Dancing Bears cabin in Old Fort NC. Location and cabin were perfect for our long weekend. The cabin is spacious and well appointed. Not recommended if icy roads could be a factor due to driveway slope. But views are spectacular and we even saw a black bear across the fence!! Recommended for all.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

ada b.

Jul 6, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

A lot of instructions at check-in but it’s understandable because it’s in a beautiful and quiet gated community. The house is neat and has great decor but housekeeping could do a better job cleaning toilets and making sure the sheets are clean, considering the cleaning fee. It has a lot of beds and can accommodate a very big family. There are very little essentials provided. You have to go to the nearby grocery store to buy dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, etc. if you don’t bring it with you. Other than that you have pretty much anything you need. You also can’t leave any trash outside because of wildlife. We stayed several nights and had to go to the community dumpsters to dump our trash and still left more trash than we would’ve liked at checkout. Also the driveway is super steep and you can’t tell from the pictures. The only downside for us, a family with children, was that there wasn’t any outdoor space where the kids could play freely, the landscape is reduced because it’s so high up on the mountain and the only flat space led to the dangerously steep driveway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Oct 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Mountain Getaway

We loved our stay at Dancing Bear Cabin. The neighborhood of Gateway Mountain gives you privacy and spectacular views. Location was convenient to explore several popular destinations.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Aug 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great time at the Dancing Bears cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

Aug 12, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place

Enjoyed Home

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Nathen H.

Jul 27, 2021

Cozy, sleeps large family comfortably

Overall, the cabin is very cozy, has a spectacular view at top of mountain and sleeps a large family comfortably. Lots of beds and options for kids to sleep. There is a fireplace outside perfect for making s’mores! While the cabin has everything you need, there is some TLC needed for sure. Kitchen could use sprucing up with updated tools and items, bedding/sheets and towels could also use an overhaul. I think the property could use a significant deep clean with some extra care in areas like bathrooms that may have been sitting for some time. Otherwise, everything was simple and easy to use, our family had a nice vacation, it is relatively close to Black Mountain, but a bit far out from Asheville.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Jul 12, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed, large, private

Dancing Bears cabin is a wonderful place to stay. So quiet, beautifully appointed and equipped, and pride of ownership evident. Very relaxing and welcoming, with lots of items to make you comfortable. Overall, fantastic! Only negatives are the nasty steep driveway (although paved); and geriatric, near-death washing machine in need of replacing. But those are minor (or fixable) imperfections in a truly wonderful, spacious place to stay with an awesome waterfall in a private, gated community. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janie H.

Jul 5, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a 4-person family

Loved this property! We were unsure of 2 things when we booked: 1) Is this private? 2) Does it have nice mountain views? The answer to both: YES!! This property was great! Perfect place for our 4-person family. 100% private. You can't see another house or even the road. Well equipped, really nice great room. The back porch and view were incredible. There's even a great place to keep your bikes and keep them dry.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Jun 10, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a family stay!

Great place for a family stay! Definitely check out the waterfall park within Gateway. Amazing! Ample space for our small family. The only constructive feedback is related to the charcoal grills, which are in need of repair. Overall great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Apr 2, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views

Overall our stay was great. We felt the list of instructions/chores we had to complete before leaving was a little much (especially since they charge a large cleaning fee) but the house was nice and had beautiful views.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Mar 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect views, perfect location

The cabin was well maintained and clean. Only 10 minutes from Old Fort and we were within 30 minutes of everything on our vacation agenda...Chimney Rock, Black Mountain, Catawba Falls, horse back riding, and of course more hiking (definitely check out Montreat’s 2 mile hike to the top of Lookout)!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C., Raleigh, NC

Feb 3, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing disconnect

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and spacious. The community was quiet and just far enough off the main beat that we could disconnect and regroup but not too far for us to ride out and access recreational activities. We even got snow which was the icing on the cake. We would like to come back when it's warmer and we can get out and do more.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Jan 20, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views and relaxing home

We loved our time at Dancing Bears Cabin. We thoroughly enjoyed the home, the location and the view! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!

10/10 Excellent

Alexander T., Staten Island

Jan 6, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome New Year celebration!

Our overall experience was great, everyone enjoyed the stay and didn't want to leave. The property was spacious, clean, and comfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Dec 12, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

We truly enjoyed our stay at Dancing Bears. Waking up to gorgeous sunrises looking over the mountains while sipping coffee was the best. Beds were comfortable, the cabin was roomy and clean and had everything we needed. The waterfalls in the neighborhood were gorgeous. We would love to visit again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Dec 3, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation!

We had a wonderful time staying at the Dancing Bears Cabin! Everything was clean and comfortable. The property was exactly as described and we loved the location and views. I would definitely recommend this property to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020