Welcome to Baby Bear, a newly built mountain cabin nestled on Bearwallow Mountain and designed for travelers seeking privacy, comfort, and easy access to adventure. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat blends the warmth of a classic cabin with fast Wi-Fi, a private hot tub, a screened porch, a fire pit with wood provided, and an EV charger. Surrounded by natural beauty yet just 45 minutes from downtown Asheville, Baby Bear offers the kind of peaceful mountain stay guests book when they want to unplug, recharge, and still enjoy easy access to hiking, dining, breweries, and Blue Ridge experiences.

What You'll Love
* Newly built cabin on Bearwallow Mountain with a peaceful, tucked-away setting
* Private hot tub for relaxing after a day of hiking or exploring
* Screened-in porch accessible from both bedrooms
* Warm, cabin-inspired design with natural wood finishes and local art
* Fast Wi-Fi with approximately 400 Mbps download speed
* Wood-burning fire pit in the backyard with firewood provided nearby
* EV charger for added convenience
* Easy access to hiking trails on Bearwallow Mountain
* Just 35 minutes from downtown Asheville, restaurants, breweries, and local attractions
* Comfortable setup for couples, small families, or friends traveling together

Home Features
2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 4 in beds | Maximum occupancy: 4
* Open-concept living area with inviting mountain-cabin style
* Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances for easy meal prep
* Dining nook overlooking the wooded surroundings
* Carefully chosen décor and local artwork celebrating the area's beauty and heritage
* Queen pullout sofa in the living room for added flexibility
* Strong Wi-Fi for streaming, remote work, or planning your mountain adventures
* Peaceful atmosphere that feels private and restorative

Outdoor Features
* Spacious screened-in porch with fresh mountain air and wooded views
* Private hot tub for year-round relaxation
* Backyard wood-burning fire pit for evenings under the stars
* Firewood provided and stored near the fire pit for guest convenience
* Natural mountain setting perfect for slow mornings and quiet evenings
* Quick access to nearby Bearwallow Mountain hiking trails and Blue Ridge views

Practical Details
* Internet speed: approximately 400 Mbps download
* Cell service can be spotty; we recommend enabling Wi-Fi calling
* Queen pullout sofa in the living room; linens provided for reserved occupancy
* EV charger available on-site
* Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
* Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
* Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
* For guest safety, Baby Bear at Bearwallow has an exterior security camera monitoring the front door. No cameras are located inside the home.

Larger Group Options
Looking to travel with a larger group or host an event? Baby Bear is part of the Bearwallow Mountain collection, where additional nearby homes and event options may be available within walking distance. Ask our team for details.
* Bearwallow Lodge – sleeps 14
* Bearwallow Retreat – sleeps 14
* Bearwallow Cottage – sleeps 12

Events
Events may be permitted nearby for up to 100 guests. To host an event, guests must book both Bearwallow Retreat and Bearwallow Cottage. Event fees apply and are determined after speaking with the property's events director. Please contact a Yonder Guest Experience Specialist for a referral and additional details about hosting an event at The Poplars at Bearwallow Mountain.

The event pavilion includes:
* Electricity
* Sound system
* Lighting
* Water access
* Use, setup, and breakdown of high-quality tables and X-back chairs

📍 Location Highlights
Hendersonville, NC | Located on Bearwallow Mountain
2 minutes → Bearwallow Mountain hiking trails
30 minutes → Downtown Hendersonville or Fairview (closest grocery store)
30 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
45 minutes → Downtown Asheville / The Biltmore Estate
50 minutes → Black Mountain
Easy access to Asheville's arts scene, restaurants, breweries, and shopping
Great home base for scenic drives, hiking, dining, and relaxing in the mountains

Extras with Yonder
* Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
* Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)

Professionally managed by Yonder, a local team focused on a smooth, standout stay.

⭐ Yonder Policies & Information

Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.

Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.

Pets
Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.

Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.

Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.

Cancellation
More than 31 days before arrival = full refund (minus travel insurance premium if purchased).
14–31 days before arrival = initial payment is forfeited.
Within 14 days of arrival (or early departure/shortened stay) = all rent payments are forfeited, with cleaning fees and applicable taxes refunded as required.

Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.

Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.