Escape to Sitting Bear Cottage, a cozy, pet-friendly retreat for 8 near Linville Gorge. Inspired by the French Alps, this rustic cabin features a hot tub, fire pit, wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious deck with forest views. With 4 sleeping areas and high-speed internet, it's perfect for family adventures or a remote work getaway in the Pisgah National Forest.

We are a professional hosting company, Flying Squirrel Cottages, dedicated to providing a seamless and private experience. We offer self-check-in and will not be present at the property during your stay. However, we are always available via the messaging platform to answer questions or provide assistance should you need anything.

Hike directly from the house for incredible views at Sitting Bear or down into Linville Gorge on Brushy Ridge Trail. Incredible backcountry mountain biking can be experienced from the house, same for great road cycling with the infamous 181 climb. The Blue Ridge Parkway is less than five miles away and you are about 20 minutes from the Banner Elk ski slopes.

Guests will have full and private access to the entire cottage and its surrounding property during their stay. A seamless self-check-in process allows you to start your vacation without delay. For your security, a camera is located on the exterior of the front door and is only accessed if a problem occurs.

Welcome to Sitting Bear Cottage, a cozy retreat nestled among thick rhododendrons on the edge of the magnificent Linville Gorge Wilderness Area. Inspired by travels to the French Alps, our cabin features warm wood touches and a rustic design that invites you to relax and unwind.

The heart of the home is the great common space, where the kitchen, living room, and sunroom flow together seamlessly. Settle into the comfortable leather furniture by the wood-burning stone fireplace, or enjoy the forest views through panoramic windows. The bright sunroom opens onto a spacious new deck, perfect for your morning coffee.

The cottage comfortably sleeps your group with four distinct sleeping areas:
* Master Bedroom: King bed with a private deck
* Bedroom 2: Queen bed
* Bedroom 3: Queen bed
* Loft: Two twin beds

Key Amenities:
* Fully appointed kitchen with a full gas stove, oven, and large sink.
* High-speed internet perfect for streaming or working remotely.
* A collection of movies for your enjoyment.
* All linens and towels are provided.

Step outside to experience the true magic of the mountains. Soak your cares away in the covered hot tub, or gather with friends and family around the fire pit under an unobstructed night sky.

* Hot Tub: Our hot tub is professionally serviced weekly. On rare occasions, it may require service between visits. If this occurs, our local technician can typically address it within 24 hours. For this reason, we cannot guarantee its availability for every moment of your stay.
* Laundry: A washer and dryer set is available for your use in the home.
* Check-in/Checkout: Due to the extensive cleaning process our team adheres to, we are unable to accommodate requests for early check-in or late checkout. This ensures the cottage is perfectly prepared for your arrival.