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The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer!

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Exterior
Aerial view
Living area
Private Hot Tub (Lower Deck)
Enjoy the valley views and the Smoky Mountains from your deck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Game Room / Bedroom

1 Double Futon

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedrooom (upstairs)

1 Double Futon

Master Bedrooom (upstairs)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer!

- All-wood chalet tucked in The Great Smoky Mountains in Sevierville, TN
- Hot Tub, Game Room with Karaoke, Pool Table, Fireplace and nearby Pool (seasonal) + Fishing Pond
- Peaceful and Private, Tree house-like setting
- Centrally Located: 3 mi to National Park, 6 mi to Pigeon Forge, 12 mi to Gatlinburg
- 3 floors w/bathroom on each floor
- Fully stocked kitchen + grill
- Two wrap around decks w/ hot tub and hammock
- Remote work station + high speed internet
- Fun photo op w/ Lazy Louie bear
~ Amazing Reviews at Great Prices! ~

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

MAIN LEVEL
- Living Room
- Stone gas fireplace
- Queen sofa sleeper
- New loveseat for your comfort
- 65" Smart TV with Streaming in living room
- Cathedral ceiling with windows to further your viewing pleasure
- Wrap-around covered deck with porch swing and rocking chairs overlooking tree tops/valley
- Fully stocked kitchen with Pots/Pans/Plates/Cups/Utensils/Baking Sheets.
- We also have a nice array of appliances for your cooking convenience: Ninja blender, Cuisinart toaster oven/air fryer, instant/crock pot, Henckels nonstick pans, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee machine, and waffle maker.
- Dining area seats 6 with extra barstools in basement
- Private Bedroom with Queen Bed and TV
- Full bathroom with bathtub - Jack and Jill style

UPSTAIRS LEVEL
- Master Bedroom with cathedral windows and splendid views
- King size bed and TV with Roku
- Remote work station: Desk with standing desk option, office chair, reliable high speed internet, and computer monitor to connect any laptop via HDMI cable (but don’t work too hard!) :)
- Ensuite Full bath with his/her sinks and bathtub

LOWER LEVEL
- Game Room with Queen sofa sleeper (3rd bedroom - does not have a door but staircase gives some privacy)
- Full bath with tub, closet
- Karaoke set up with lights
- Pool Table/Foosball/TV with Roku/Playstation Classic with pre-loaded games
- Dart board available with soft tip darts
- Space heater provided on lower level
- Wrap-around covered deck with Cornhole, Hammock, Outdoor Hot Tub with privacy and gliding chairs to enjoy the tranquility
- Note: this room does not have a door to close for privacy but has some privacy due to staircase and is considered the third bedroom

Please read the entire listing before booking :)

ADDITIONAL FEATURES/AMENITIES.
- High Speed (600 Mbps upload/20Mbps download/22ms Latency) WiFi for remote work and/or gaming!
- Each room has its own TV + Roku Streaming - byo passwords please (Netflix, Hulu, etc)
- Cozy reading nook with rocking chair on upper level
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Charcoal Grill available outside (byo charcoal and supplies but we do have grilling utensils)
- EV Charging Station, 240v NEMA 14-50R outlet outside, bring your own mobile charger for Tesla and/or RV Van (i.e. Mercedes Sprinter, Ram Promaster, Ford Transit)
- Iron + Board in closet, Luggage rack in each bedroom, two hair dryers, one make-up mirror, cards and a few board games, DVD/Blue-Ray player and a small DVD collection.
-We DO provide: towels, linens, blankets, hangers, dish soap, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap and a starter pack of a few trash bags, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom and 1 roll of paper towels. **Think of this as a "starter kit" and plan to buy more coffee, Keurig cups, charcoal, paper goods and trash bags to accommodate your stay**
- We ALSO provide: a few K-cups, coffee grounds, filters, tea, sugar, powder creamer, salt, pepper, garlic herb seasoning, canola oil spray for cooking.
- Access to swimming pool and private pond for fishing (May 1 thru Sept 30 only)

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
- 2 miles to the famous Foothills Parkway drive (gorgeous views of the GSM and valley)
- 3.5 miles to swimming pool (May thru Sept only) and private pond access (fishing till dusk all year around)
- 4 miles to Walker Sisters Place, Historical Homestead
- 4 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (free admission)
- 5 miles to Metcalf Bottoms river swimming hole and picnic area
- 7 miles to Pigeon Forge (Dollywood, The Island, theaters and many more attractions)
- 7 miles to "The Sinks" waterfall off of Old Scenic State Hwy 73
- 8 miles to water tubing (Little River, Townsend)
- 9 miles to SkyLand Ranch in Sevierville (NEW amusement park, opened Nov 2022!)
- 10 miles to Laurel Falls Trail
- 13 miles to Gatlinburg (Ski/Tram at Ober Gatlinburg, skylifts, museums and more)
- 23 miles to Cades Cove (mountain/valley views, wildlife and historic buildings)
- 47 miles white water rafting (Pigeon River, Hartford TN)
- Many hiking trails nearby, as well as other outdoor activities, dining, shopping and entertainment

GUEST ACCESS:

- The day before your arrival we will message you with check-in details. We are happy to offer you Contact-less, Keyless check-in. Code is changed after check-out.

- Parking available for 3 cars MAX, though it is NOT motorcycle/trailer/camper friendly.

OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE:

ABSOLUTELY NO: SMOKING, PETS, PARTIES, DRUGS, OR UNAUTHORIZED FIRES (even candles). You may be asked to leave and charged a $300 fee (plus damages), thus forfeiting the entire payment for this reservation, if you break any of these rules:

NOTE: This is not the house for you if you are planning to have a party! We have neighbors that are full-time residents here and the quiet hours from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am are enforced.

NO SMOKING INSIDE OR ON DECK: Please refrain from smoking or vaping in the house or on the deck. A $300 cleaning fee will apply for any violations. Please use the designated smoking area near the grill and be sure to extinguish butts for safety purposes.

All guests must be 21+ (children with parents are allowed).

This cabin sleeps 6 people.

NO late check out or early check in. If you arrive early or depart late there will be a $100 charge per. Our cleaners need enough time to prepare cabins for the next guests and we appreciate your understanding. Please note that there is no daily housekeeping service.

No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control. We always recommend travel insurance for this reason.

Our cabin is treated for insects and pests on a regular basis. Nevertheless, it is in the woods and you will likely hear and see critters and insects. The roof is metal so you may hear a squirrel crawling on the roof or the rain - do not be alarmed. Although bear sightings are rare, if you encounter one during your stay whether in the park or near the cabin, do not feed it and keep your distance.

Pets are NOT allowed. If you sneak in a pet of any kind you will be charged a fee and you will be asked to leave without a refund.

The hot tub is for guests 21 and over only. Alcohol is not allowed near the hot tub. You are not allowed to use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or you are pregnant. Use the hot tub AT YOUR OWN RISK!

This cabin has 2 cameras for security purposes only. They are pointed towards the driveway and front door stairs. NO cameras inside the property. These cameras are in place for your protection. If you touch or tamper with the cameras you will be asked to leave the property immediately!

Please adhere to all agreements in the Rental Agreement.

Property manager

Vern and Hana
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO: SMOKING, PETS, PARTIES, DRUGS, OR UNAUTHORIZED FIRES (even candles). NO EXTRA PEOPLE OTHER THAN THAT ON RESERVATION ALLOWED.
You may be asked to leave and charged a $300 fee (plus damages) if you break any these rules, thus forfeiting the entire payment on this reservation.
Please adhere to all rules and agreements in the Rental Agreement.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Titanic Museum and Dollywood's Splash Country are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Dollywood and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Titanic Museum - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 18 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mel's Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Reagan's House of Pancakes - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flapjack's Pancake Cabin - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Bears and Lush Forrest Await You Here For Spring & Summer! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Goats on the Roof, and Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster. Titanic Museum and The Track are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Great time.

Great hosts, great cabin, made everything easy. Great location and definitely will recommend this cabin to our friends and family. Thanks for letting us stay at your home away from home, made our 15 wedding anniversary very special and memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas B.

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

Dancing Bear

Excellent place to stay for our family vacation. Perfect location, very nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Look at reviews

The cabin wasn’t terrible but there are a few things to note. There is no heat in the basement, where there is also no actual bed (just a sleeper sofa). Location wasn’t bad but please prepare yourself for the trip up to the cabin (one lane drive and steep) Water pressure in master bedroom wasn’t great but the bathroom was spacious. Hot tub was very nice along with the game room, which is actually the 3rd bedroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

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

We enjoyed our stay and all that the cabin had to offer!

Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Absolutely Wonderful !

We really enjoyed our stay and intend to be back. Hosts were extremely responsive and went out of their way for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Great family getaway

Dancing Bear cabin was an awesome vacation for our family! Plenty of room and things to do, and the owners messages about local activity choices was super helpful! Will definitely recommend to friends and will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

christie s.

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

Wonderful Family Cabin

What a great property. Our family had a fabulous time at this property. In addition to all the Great Smoky Mountains had to offer, we found our self enjoying all the property offered as well. We utilized the hot tub and game room in the evenings. The property was clean, beautiful scenery and large decks where we also spent a lot of time. These memories will last a lifetime. Thank you for opening your wonderful property to others to enjoy.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

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

Great getaway

We really enjoyed or quiet getaway at the Dancing Bear. The accommodations where very nice. The location is very private and serene. Great place to relax and unwind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Best getaway

Our stay here was perfect. Had plenty to do, from shooting pool to enjoying the hot tub we stayed busy. Our first 2 nights was a little rocky because we had a group of college kids up the hill from us and they were loud. Other than that I really had no other issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Weekend get away

The porperry was clean and very nice. The best part was how responive the owners were. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

AWESOME!

Cabin is beautiful and centrally located, yet quiet and peaceful. If you are visiting the area this is a must rent! Great amenities and superb communication with host, if needed. Will definitely stay here again !!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

All the Cabin Vibes

If you're looking for a remote cabin with pretty views, yet close to all the Pigion Forge action... this is the place for you. Our family of five ... no littles, only adult children... landed here for a long weekend just after Christmas. The road to get to the cabin is steep and windy, but that is clearly communicated by the host. There is plenty of room to spread out with two main bedrooms, three bathrooms and a gameroom downstairs. That third "bedroom" is a stretch, but there is a bathroom down there and a pull out couch. The cabin was very clean aside from an issue with some of the sheets not being clean to our liking. There were spares available, so everyone was able to sleep. The hosts are very accommodating and are excellent communicators. They want to you love their cabin as much as they do! They care about your experience, and it shows.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie B.

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

Spring break getaway

Great cabin to get away from the hustle and bustle! Close enough to attractions and restaurants for ease of a day of fun. The cabin was well maintained and very clean. Vern and Hana communicated with me during the rental process and were very nice! Great choice for our getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darwin W.

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

A great Hideaway!

My family of 4 had a great time staying at this hideaway in the Smokies. The cabin was very comfortable and clean. Even though we were a few miles from Pigeon Forge, it was a nice drive to town. It was also a great location to access the National Park , Cade's Cove and Gatlinburg. We would recommend this cabin if you want a place to relax after a day in Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Pepper C.

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

Beautiful location

Beautiful cabin located in the trees away from all the hustle of town but not too far away either. Got to see bears. Host was very pleasant to work with and responded quickly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

Very nice!

Cute cabin with everything you could need. Owners were very responsive when needed. Video of how to get to cabin was very helpful. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

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

Beautiful

Loves it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

jim e.

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

Relaxing

Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

terri i.

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

Wonderful

Cabin was beautiful. Enjoyed everything about it. Close to all attractions and hiking. Quiet location. Loved the road leading up to the cabin, definitely part of the experience! Very happy.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jami P.

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

Would definitely recommend.

The cabin is remote,but close to everything. It is clean and spacious. The kitchen has everything you need. We will definitely go back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Great week!

We had a great week at this wonderful cabin hidden in the mountains. My husband and I and our adult children had plenty of room to spread out. Whether it was playing a game of pool, chilling in the hot tub, reading on the porch, or napping in front of the tv - a fun time was had by all!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber M., Cedar Springs, MI

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

Tennessee Mountain Cabin

It really had everything that we needed. Though, our first drive to the cabin made me nervous (I'm from Michigan), it was absolutely fine. It was an added bonus that there were board games, a pool table, and foosball table in the basement! The wrap around porches were perfect to go out on to sip our coffee in the morning and in the evening to sit in the hot tub. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sean R., union missouri

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

Long weekend

The property was off the beaten path with a horrible road to get to the cabin. Cabin was nice and very quite which i was looking for with outside area to sit and read and just relax.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

felicia c.

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

Amazing time!

The cabin was fully stocked and everything was labled clearly. We enjoyed family time in the mountains with some great Christmas movies and memories that will last forever. The path to the cabin could use a little work but i think once all of the construction on that road is finished that will help out a lot. We truly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was cozy and felt like home! I wish it would have not rained so much but we still had an amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

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

Exceptional property

I can't say enough about this property. From communication with the host to the location/amenities/property, it was all exceptional. My oldest broke her tailbone and Vern was so gracious to give recommendations on things we could do with her since a lot of the things we initially had planned had to be cancelled. The property was clean, had everything we needed, and the location was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vern and Hana

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We love traveling with our kids, family and friends! We happily share our vacation homes in the Smoky Mountains, TN and Crystal Beach, TX so that others can fall in love with some of our favorite vacation destinations :) Whether its your first time visiting either of these locations, or you're a return visitor, we hope you enjoy your stay at our home away from home!

Why they chose this property

We love Wears Valley - the Jewel of the Smokies! You get the Best of Both Worlds - Peaceful and Private, yet Centrally Located! Less than 15 miles from hundreds of local attractions, but you wouldn’t know it from the serenity of our cabin.

What makes this property unique

Wears Valley is a quaint, wooded valley that connects you to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Townsend, Cades Cove, Foothills Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Wears Valley is the most central location to all of the communities, parks, hikes, attractions, dining, and adventure that is awaiting you in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee.

The roads in this area are winding mountain roads and you may not always have cell signal. We recommend you have screenshots or maps printed of your directions and destination.

- 2 miles to the famous Foothills Parkway drive (gorgeous views of the GSM and valley)
- 3.5 miles to Honeysuckle Meadows (community pool, deli/grill, catch and release fishing pond, picnic pavilion with grilling area available for cabin guests only - seasonal only from May 31 - September 30)
- 4 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (free admission)
- 5 miles to Metcalf Bottoms river swimming hole and picnic area
- 7 miles to Pigeon Forge (Dollywood, The Island, theatres and many more attractions)
-10 miles to Laurel Falls Trail (moderate 3 mile hiking trail to waterfall)
- 13 miles to Gatlinburg (Ski/Tram at Ober Gatlinburg, skylifts, museums and more)
- 23 miles to Cades Cove (10.6 miles of stunning views, wildlife and historic buildings)
- 24 miles to Abrams Falls (moderate 5 mile hiking trail to picturesque and breathtaking waterfall located in Cades Cove)
- Many hiking trails nearby, as well as other outdoor activities, dining, shopping and entertainment

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests