Bear Bungalow | Cozy Smoky Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub & Game Loft

Welcome to Bear Bungalow, your cozy Smoky Mountain getaway designed with families and groups in mind! With two comfortable king bedrooms, a spacious game-filled loft, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large covered deck with a private hot tub and fire table, Bear Bungalow has everything you need to relax, reconnect, and enjoy your time in the Smokies.

🛏️ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Bear Bungalow offers comfortable sleeping arrangements for families and groups:
Main-floor bedroom #1: King-sized bed, TV, and private en suite bathroom
Main-floor bedroom #2: King-sized bed and TV, with convenient access to the second full bathroom
Loft: Four comfortable twin daybeds, perfect for kids or additional guests
Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms. The primary bedroom has a private en suite bathroom, while the second full bathroom has a private entrance from the second bedroom plus a shared entrance from the hallway.

🎱 THE LOFT
The spacious loft is where everyone can gather and have some fun. It features four twin daybeds, a full-sized pool table, and a large TV—making it the perfect hangout for kids, teens, or the young at heart.

Whether you're challenging someone to a game of pool or settling in for a movie, the loft gives everyone a little extra room to spread out.

🍳 FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
The Bear Bungalow kitchen has everything you need to prepare and enjoy meals during your stay. You'll find a complete selection of cookware, dishes, glassware, utensils, and everyday kitchen essentials.

Coffee lovers will appreciate having both a Keurig and a traditional drip coffee maker, so you can enjoy your morning cup exactly the way you like it.

From a quick breakfast before heading out to a family dinner after a day exploring the Smokies, the kitchen has you covered.

🍽️ DINING AREA
Gather around the rustic dining table, which features a bench and seating for six. The adjacent kitchen provides additional seating for two, giving your group plenty of space to enjoy meals, games, or morning coffee together.

🛋️ FAMILY ROOM
The main-floor family room is a comfortable place to relax after a day of mountain adventures. Kick back on the large leather sectional with chaise lounge and enjoy the TV and gas fireplace while spending time together.

🌲 COVERED DECK
Step outside onto the spacious covered deck, your private outdoor retreat. Relax in the private hot tub, gather around the fire table, or settle into the comfortable seating area and enjoy the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

It's the perfect place to unwind after a day in the Smokies—whether you're soaking in the hot tub under the stars or gathering around the fire table with family and friends.

🚗 DRIVEWAY & PARKING:
Please note that the driveway is short and steep, but it levels out at the top, providing a convenient flat area where you can comfortably park and unpack your vehicle.

The driveway can accommodate up to two cars.

STAY CONNECTED:
There is limited cell phone service in the area. We provide free guest Wi-Fi, credentials will be provided upon check-in so you can use your phone without interruption.

DRIVING TO PROPERTY:
The road to the cabin is steep and paved mountain road. When traveling to the Great Smoky Mountains 4 wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended.
There is dedicated space for 2 vehicles in our driveway

Other things to note
-Quiet hours begin at 10PM everyday

- We provide an initial supply of toilet paper and paper towels. If you plan to stay longer and/or have sensitivity to toiletries, we highly recommend to purchase and bring additional supplies for your stay.

- As you step out in the nature to enjoy the mountains and the views, please be aware there maybe various insects, and you may occasionally encounter them during your stay. To minimize discomfort, we request you to keep doors and windows closed as much as possible. Please carry and use repellent sprays as you need.

- Bear sighting is common when visiting Smoky National Park. For your safety, if you see one, please keep your distance, do not approach, do not feed them. Do not leave food outside on the deck area. Any trash bags should be placed in the bear proof bins located in the front by driveway.

- If you are pregnant, refrain from using hot tub for your safety.

- The house water is sourced from a well. If you prefer, please bring your own bottled water

- Fireplace is not functional from April 1st to Oct 1st, this is standard for all cabins in this area.

- Early check-ins or late check-outs cannot be accommodated. We ensure our cleaners have sufficient time to prepare the cabin for next guest, as we do for you. Thanks for your understanding!

- NO SMOKING policy: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the cabin. Violation of this policy will result in the immediate action including termination of the booking, fine and 500$ fee for deep cleaning.

- NO SMOKING policy includes NO hookah, vape and marijuana inside the cabin.

- NO charcoal burning on the kitchen stove top as this will cause permanent damage to the glass top. Any damage will result in fine, replacement cost and labor. Please use the BBQ grill provided for any charcoal burning.

- Exterior camera and smart door bell is installed for guest safety.

- NO REFUNDS for weather/natural disasters/power outages/ other things out of our control. We highly recommend travel insurance to help incase you need to cancel outside of our policy window

- However much we love our furry friends, we have a strict "NO PET" policy. To ensure comfortable visit for you and other subsequent guest who may have allergies from pet hair etc, we request you to please adhere to this policy.

- Please note there might be some occasional construction noise as the community around us continues to grow.

-If you have never been to the mountains our roads may seem steep to you but they are all paved and our driveway is flat.

Thanks for your understanding and we look forward to hosting you!

We are available to answer any questions/concerns. In case of any emergency, please call 911.