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Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation

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Living area
Outdoor spa tub
Room
Exterior
Sauna

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, Tennessee
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 (main level)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (main level)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation

VACATION RENTAL STANDOUTS:
* Conveniently located near downtown Gatlinburg, Ober Mountain Resort, and Great Smoky Mountain National Park
* Free Dollywood ticket with every reservation
* Two luxurious king bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
* Top floor whirlpool jacuzzi overlooking the Smoky Mountains
* Elegant hardwood floors throughout the property
* Special “kid zone,” featuring a vintage race car game and foosball table
* Three TVs throughout the property, including a SmartTV in the living area
* Two decks offering breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and downtown Gatlinburg (a perfect spot to enjoy fireworks on July 4 & New Years Eve)
* Four-person hot tub on lower deck

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin on Ski Mountain in Gatlinburg offers panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Its main level features hardwood floors, tasteful decor, and an open concept living area with an eat-in kitchen and a deck with amazing views. It also includes an indoor jacuzzi tub with expansive views, perfect for cool nights spent indoors.

The lower level has two king bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, along with a "kid zone," which is home to a vintage arcade game. A lower covered deck provides a four-person hot tub, perfect for relaxation after a long day spent on your feet. There's a park-style grill and picnic table outside the back door, great for outdoor meals in the warmer months.

Guests of this Gatlinburg vacation rental have access to three clubhouses, the closest to A View to Remember being the S. Baden Clubhouse, which has a large outdoor pool, changing rooms/showers, shuffleboard, horseshoes, a playground, tennis courts, a gym, and a game room with billiards, ping pong, foosball, checkers/chess, and video games.

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Enjoy FREE FUN every day at Mountain Laurel Chalets! Our exclusive guest concierge service, powered by Xplorie, provides complimentary tickets to top attractions like Dollywood, Soaky Mountain Waterpark, and SkyLift Park for each day of your stay. Plus, our concierge can assist you in booking any additional tickets you may need, at no extra charge. Discover more at Xplorie.com/fun/laurel.

Property manager

Mountain Laurel Chalets
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Languages

English

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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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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

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and SkyPark. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • SkyPark - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Paw ◊ mountain view ◊ hot tub ◊ sauna ◊ free Dollywood ticket w/reservation located?

Located in Chalet Village, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Traffic Light #10 and Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cabin and location, very clean and the beds were comfortable - the hot tub and sauna room were awesome. The location was awesome - a few steep roads, but manageable compared to other cabins I have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stevan P.

Return Customer. Great personalized customer service!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, the good quality I've come to expect from Mountain Laurel Chalets. If I could suggest one improvement, it would be to somehow simplify the "multi-remote" issue for the TVs.
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10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay in Bear Paw. The home was very clean and perfect for our family of 4. We enjoyed the Mountain Views while staying there. We seen 5 bears. One day we seen a bear outside in the driveway and later found out it was on our truck because we had bear paws all over the bed of our truck. Hence the name of the home! One bed frame in the room to the right needs to be replaced. It would squeak a lot when you moved. Also, we couldn’t get the tv to work in the other room. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What can we say, we absolutely love Bear Paw!!!! We have stayed at Bear Paw before and loved it so much, that we had to come back!! Mountain Laurel does a fantastic job as always, the chalet was very clean, friendly staff, and everything was just perfect! The chalet and the view is amazing and our stay was so awesome and we didn’t want to leave. We also love the new railing on the deck. Thank you again for another memorable, relaxing, and fun vacation! We will be back to visit Bear Paw again soon!!
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place with everything needed for relaxing vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Excellent as always

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What more can be said that I haven't said before. Third time we have stayed here and it is so perfect for us. Housekeeping always does a bang up job as well as Mt Laurel Chalets. Hubby and I have back issues and I can't do stairs. It is perfect for that situation. I think the only thing I would recommend to the owners would be to put a hand held shower head in the big shower so if someone is a little challenged they could take a shower sitting down. I expect at some point to have to do that and would love to continue coming down and using only Bear Paw and that would be a huge plus. We love the recliners so please don't ever change that. Thank you for renting your home to us oldies. We appreciate your special attention and touches.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Fort Wayne, IN

Beautiful and Peaceful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: How can I explain God wonderfully made beauty. This was a wonder getaway to start my marriage.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

HEAVEN MADE

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: IT WAS INCREDIBLE. HAD A VIEW OF DOWNTOWN GATLINBURG AND WAS EASY TO GET TO THE CABIN. IT WAS CLOSE TO EVERYTHING WE WANT TO SEE AND DO. EVEN SAW A BEAR IN THE DRIVE ON THE FIRST NIGHT THERE.
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4/10 Poor

James Patrick A.

Reserved Angles Retreat ended up in Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We reserved Angels Retreat because of the location and the amenities. We ended up at Bear Paw, which was nice and had a decent view, because after unloading everything into Angles Retreat (which is down a bunch of steps covered in snow) we noticed little black things all over the kitchen and dining area! There were mice droppings in the sink, on counter tops, on the floor, on top of the refrigerator, even a nest in one of the drawers! I've got pictures because I thought no one would ever believe just how bad it was! We immediately called the office which had closed but the phone rang and rang with no answer. We did not want to stay but could not get a hold of anyone (you need to put the afterhours number in your books in the chalet!!) An hour later I tried the number again and got the after hours number and luckily, Clint answered the phone! IF we ever rent from this company again it will be because of Clint! Within 20 minutes we had loaded our stuff back up and moved down to Bear Paw. He even made us promise to call him if anything at all was wrong with the new house. Do you know not one person has reached out to us from the office? Even when I called the day we were leaving, the person was really nice and when I told her who we were she didn't say a word and said "Great, I'll check you out." No apology not even a thank you for cleaning the stairs off at Angels Retreat! We didn't scream or yell about what happened and I have given them over 2 weeks to reach out to us with just a simple apology BUT NOPE NOT A WORD! Then they sent me a request for a review a second time! So here's your review: The after hours guy is worth gold but the property maintenance and office staff are useless. In 30 years of staying at chalets this is the first time we have ever encountered a rat infestation and it's also the first time we have used Mt. Laurel. For over $500 you would think they could at least check to make sure there are no mice and put salt down!
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10/10 Excellent

William L.

Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I wanted a small getaway for the weekend. The view was amazing along with the cabin. We are definitely going back!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Knoxville, TN

Winter getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived soon after a snowstorm, but Gatlinburg City crews had treated the roads and Mountain Laurel Chalets had treated the driveway. We enjoyed the gas grill, the sauna, the wood burning fireplace, etc. very much!Our chalet was ver comfortable, homey, and had everything we needed in the kitchen.We were very pleased and plan to return to Bear Paw some day.Tom and Akiko
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8/10 Good

Jim L.

New Year Stay

Rating Details: The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very Good. The only issue was the living room furniture. It was completely worn out and very uncomfortable. I would not recommend until the furniture has been replaced.
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8/10 Good

Amy S., LAS VEGAS

Thanksgiving Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Bear Paw, and would consider renting again. The only drawback to this property was the living room furniture. The sofa had reclining chairs which was a good/bad thing. The reclining aspect was nice, but it was uncomfortable laying crosswise due to the hard bars dividing the seating sections. If you were here in the summer doing lots of outdoor activities this would be a non-issue. However, we were spending the week enjoying family time, watching movies, etc, so this was a bit of a drawback for us. Otherwise the property was very private, the hottub was hot, the beds were comfortable, and the view was beautiful!
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8/10 Good

Very nice chalet which has been updated

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This chalet was very nice with no surprises. The kitchen was very well equipped for the average cook. Very clean and nicely appointed. My wife and I have used Mountain Laurel Chalets for many years and have never been disappointed.
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10/10 Excellent

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time, saw bears everyday. Nice view and comfortable chalet. Driveway was a challenge for a full size pickup truck (tight turn), but chalet parking area was great. I would give positive recommendations for the chalet.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view was awesome! Great accommodations. Very clean and well equipped. Friendly and helpful staff. Planning on staying there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Suraj Pal S. S.

Ultimate cabin stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was one of the best cabins we have stayed at. The location was amazing and you could see the mountains through your window and from the deck. It was absolutely clean and spotless. It is spacious. We were a party of 2 adults and 2 kids and were really comfortable. The location is perfect and you are in Gatlinburg and yet away from the crowd. The property management was very responsive and helpful. The drive to the property is pretty steep but you get used to it pretty quick. We would be staying here again for sure on our next visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

We loved Bear Paw!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay at Bear Paw!!! The view was amazing and the chalet was super clean! We had daily visits from bears. We had a bobcat walk up the driveway one evening. The squirrels and birds would visit the railing on the deck looking for some bread. The comical squirrels would even bunt their head against the chalet glass door to the deck letting you know they were there. We also had a shy sweet tabby cat that would stop by daily looking for some goodies. We sure do miss seeing all these furry and feathered guys!! :) We have stayed with MLC for many years and there is a good reason for that, they are the BEST!! Thank you so much for another awesome vacation!! Also the owners have done incredible work on this chalet, thank you for sharing your beautiful home!! We would love to stay again at Bear Paw!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Bear paw doesn't disappoint

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 2nd time in Bear paw but this time with Mt Laurel. Much better than last with Vrbo. Housekeeping does a fantastic job. Kitchen is fully stocked to cook there. Trimming was done so a better view. We are of the older generation so it's nice to have everything on one level including the ramp in...only 3 steps up to the ramp. Washer dryer a great plus. Only suggestion we would make is for safety reasons. Leaving out at bottom of driveway BE VERY CAREFUL. It's hard to see anything coming around that blind curve on your left. One of those mirrors we've seen on other curves would be excellent there. We actually came close to being hit one morning. Otherwise we would definitely stay there again and not hesitate to use Mt Laurel to rent from.
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10/10 Excellent

Spring Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was very clean too the point that you noticed it when you first entered. Changed rental companies for this trip and was not disappointed.
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10/10 Excellent

Prince G.

Great Cabin.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall experience was great. Tbe cabin was very clean , and stocked with kitchen essentials. The view was great as well. The only negative is the very steep Driveway. Other than That, > would highly recommend this cabin. Loved the stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Pratik S., Houston, USA

Excellent

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

Great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I had a great stay. Rooms were comfortable and view was wonderful. Road and driveway can be tough for anyone not comfortable with twisting roads and heights!
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10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Bear Paw is worth the drive up Ski Mountain

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay in Bear Paw during the last week in April 2021. The chalet has been nicely furnished abd updated with granite counters in the kitchen and both bathrooms, and the hardwood flooring throughout the living and dining areas is beautiful. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to prepare meals—just bring the food and you’re all set. Seating in the living room is comfortable but for tv viewing, it is limited to a sofa. Just some suggestions ... There is a recliner in a corner and it would be nice to rearrange a bit so the tv could be seen from it. Printed instructions for operating the main TV and the TVs in the bedrooms would be helpful, and a printed TV guide would be nice to have, as well. Some board games, books, DVDs, etc., would also be a nice touch. The drive up to the chalet is quite steep in spots, but it’s doable and you get used to it after the first trip up. After all, you’ve got to climb a little bit to get to what most of us come to Gatlinburg for, the panoramic views of the mountains. Bear Paw certainly did not disappoint in that regard! It’s a very nice cozy, one-level chalet that would perfect for two couples or a small family. We’d be happy to stay there again!
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4/10 Poor

Cliff R.

Bear Paw

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The chalet's view was beautiful! We were disappointed with the condition of the chalet. The deck is rotten with holes, the bathrooms are very outdated with mold in the showers, and the chalet doesn't have a clean look at all! The driveway is very steep and we can't imagine being able to get up it in the winter! We enjoyed our trip but disappointed with the chalet.

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Mountain Laurel Chalets has been serving Gatlinburg since 1972! We're delighted to be in our 51st year of service to guests, owners, and the greater Gatlinburg community. Founded on principles of extra-mile care, love for family, and integrity-led operations, we are consistently named a top vacation rental management company in the country. Beyond our countless industry recognitions, we are proud of being a second-generation family owned and operated business that is truly local. Check out our wide array of available properties, and come experience the Mountain Laurel Chalets difference for yourself!

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