10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family getaway
Lisa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Cabin
Big Bear Cabin | Game Room, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Year-Round Views
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8347.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Old Fort, TN
- Lake Lure Flowering Bridge31 min drive
- Lake Lure31 min drive
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park37 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Big Bear Cabin | Game Room, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Year-Round Views
Big Bear Cabin is an immaculate mountain home located in Gateway Mountain's 3,000-acre nature preserve. Enjoy access to lush wooded forests, gorgeous waterfalls, and stunning mountaintop views. The community also has two small lakes and a trout pond for catch-and-release fishing (no license required). The cabin is a mere 1-mile hike to the private community waterfall and is just up the hill from the swimming area and fishing pond by Lake George.
About the Home
• Impressive living room with 25' high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling views, Roku Smart TV, and wood-burning fireplace.
• Well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher, Keurig, drip-style coffee maker, and eat-in dining for 6.
• Upper-level loft, overlooking the living room, provides a dedicated workspace (desk & chair, monitor, HDMI cable, keyboard & mouse) and Smart TV.
• Garage game room with pool table, ping-pong table, pop-a-shot basketball, and air hockey.
• Spacious deck with covered and open-air seating, bistro-style lighting, and a hot tub overlooking long-range mountain views.
• Wood burning fire pit with seating for 5.
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with large soaking tub and walk-in shower.
• Main floor bedroom with queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway.
• Lower level bedroom with king-size bed, a twin-size bunk bed, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
Where to Explore
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 23 minutes
• Hillman Brewing in Old Fort | 24 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Frisbee's | 25 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trail Head | 29 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 34 minutes
• Chimney Rock State Park | 36 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 46 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 49 minutes
Please note: This home is NOT pet-friendly. There are 2 ring flood light exterior cameras (1 at the front deck and 1 at the back porch above the door). Firewood is not provided. 4WD is not required the majority of the year but is strongly recommended during the colder winter months when icy and/or snowy road conditions are present. We also recommend travel insurance 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.
About the Home
• Impressive living room with 25' high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling views, Roku Smart TV, and wood-burning fireplace.
• Well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher, Keurig, drip-style coffee maker, and eat-in dining for 6.
• Upper-level loft, overlooking the living room, provides a dedicated workspace (desk & chair, monitor, HDMI cable, keyboard & mouse) and Smart TV.
• Garage game room with pool table, ping-pong table, pop-a-shot basketball, and air hockey.
• Spacious deck with covered and open-air seating, bistro-style lighting, and a hot tub overlooking long-range mountain views.
• Wood burning fire pit with seating for 5.
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with large soaking tub and walk-in shower.
• Main floor bedroom with queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway.
• Lower level bedroom with king-size bed, a twin-size bunk bed, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
Where to Explore
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 23 minutes
• Hillman Brewing in Old Fort | 24 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Frisbee's | 25 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trail Head | 29 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 34 minutes
• Chimney Rock State Park | 36 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 46 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 49 minutes
Please note: This home is NOT pet-friendly. There are 2 ring flood light exterior cameras (1 at the front deck and 1 at the back porch above the door). Firewood is not provided. 4WD is not required the majority of the year but is strongly recommended during the colder winter months when icy and/or snowy road conditions are present. We also recommend travel insurance 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.
Property manager
Greybeard Rentals
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Old Fort
Located in Old Fort, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and Lake Lure. Travelling with kids? Consider Old Fort Railroad Museum and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Old Fort, TN
What's nearby
- Catawba Falls - 26 min drive - 21.0 km
- Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 31 min drive - 28.8 km
- Lake Lure - 31 min drive - 12.5 km
- Chimney Rock State Park - 37 min drive - 14.4 km
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 37 min drive - 29.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - 34 min drive
- Hillman Beer - 20 min drive
- Hardee's - 20 min drive
- Legends on the Lake - 34 min drive
- Mr Bobs Donuts - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Jeff B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammie W.
4 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, peaceful place
Tammie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
15 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Melissa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Milesa L., Chuluota, Florida
31 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ending the year on a great note!
Milesa L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible service and accomodation
Emily R.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa D.
22 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large and beautiful home
Lisa D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary K.
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NC vacation
Rosemary K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
31 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded
Kelly R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michele R., Apex
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat
Michele R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica Z.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Jessica Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle H.
12 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday away
Danielle H.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
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