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Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other

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Exterior with firepit
lower level king - MAX only
lower king - with MAX only
lower king - bathroom in distance MAX only
lower level king - included with MAX only

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

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About this property

Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other

Welcome to Bears Den Max -- this is the same property as our "Bear's Den" listing, only it is taken to the max by the addition of the lower-level king bedroom suite. This bedroom has a private entrance, private bath, 4k streaming TV and is added for a small upcharge from the basic Bear's Den listing.
The home is a fantastic base camp home for your Smoky Mountain adventure. Located in the Nantahala River Gorge, the property is near Bryson City, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and Fontana Lake. Bears Den is a wonderful home sleeping up to 8 people and has a spacious kitchen, dining and living area. Relax reading your favorite book in the hammock or enjoy family time with s'mores by the stone-lined firepit (firewood provided!). Take it easy after a good day hiking or mountain biking in the large 6-person saltwater hot tub. Bears Den has it all for your family and friends.
Bears Den has been owned by since 2001 by the Willaims family who live nearby and own the The Dillsboro Chocolate Factory and Espresso Bar. They strive to provide the best guest experience possible from the bedroom to the deck.
The bedding is Serta’s I Comfort mattresses in all the bedrooms for a perfect sleep on your vacation.
The living room furniture features top grain leather reclining sofas by Flex Steel.
The kitchen table is a custom black walnut and resin table with Amish made chairs. The black walnut is from the foothills of North Carolina.
Not all hot tubs are created equal, and we have the finest spa for guests to enjoy. It’s a Hot Springs Spa and features their amazing saltwater sanitation and cleaning system. It is the most refreshing hot tub experience on the market and your skin will love it and your nose too. Gone is the hot tub chemical smell.
Wanna cook a rib eye? We have a Napolean brand gas grill to make that happen. It’s all stainless construction and patented burner technology will deliver a perfect steak every time.
For nearly 2 decades Bears Den has been managed locally. When the local management company was bought out by a large national company in 2019, that management style proved to be impersonal and a bad fit for the level of detail and service desired by the property owner. Bears Den is now locally managed by the great team at Watershed Cabins and their entirely local staff, so service will once again be a hallmark of staying with us at Bears Den and at our sister cabin, Bear Necessities.

Cabin is pet friendly – Pet Fees Apply.

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Watershed Cabins
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

Pets allowed
Per House Rules, dogs only, $15/day/pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No house parties ever. Max occupancy is strictly enforced. If Max occupancy is exceeded, there is additional charge of $20 per night per person.
Smoking is permitted only outside on decks, and please respect that the the Smoky Mountains are flammable, so do n0t toss butts, ever.
Some homes are pet friendly for up to 2 dogs with additional fee of $15 per pet per day. contact host for details.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Bryson City

Bryson City is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine. Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 18 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 18 min drive - 20.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger Basket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Noc Adventure Center - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear's Den Max - 4 bedrooms in the Nantahala Gorge - free rafting or other located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Fontana Lake and Nantahala River. Bryson City Gem Mine is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Dad & Pop

As advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G., Mt Pleasant

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bear’s Den

We had a great time with family coming and going. The property was advertised for 10 th have beds, there was only room for 8. Only 8 towels were available.the bottom room had a individual air unit. It was full of water and when trying to empty it, it spilled all over the floor. The dish washer was not empty and there was no internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nathan R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Watershed Cabins

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