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Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape

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Welcome to Bama Bear Lodge
8 person hot tub
Working gas fireplace looking into the kitchen and dining room
Open floor plan great room
Enjoy the views from the front covered drive through

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 24538.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Old Fort NC, NC
  • Pisgah National Forest
    3 min walk
  • White Horse Black Mountain
    23 min drive
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts
    23 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    50 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bunk Room

1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom and Office

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Mountain View Room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Sunrise Room

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement

Toilet · Shower only

Bunk Room

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Mountain View Room

Toilet · Shower only

Sunrise Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape

This 4 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom stunning mountain home is nestled right in the heart of Black Mountain in the Pisgah National Forest . Whether you're looking for a place to relax with family or friends, or hosting a business retreat, this is the place for you. Each bedroom is built like a suite, with its own full bath and enough beds and space for the entire family.

Upon arrival to Bama Bear Lodge, the first thing you will see is the covered front porch area with stone arches. Here you will find Adirondack swivel glider rockers waiting for you to sit and enjoy the breezes and mountain top views.

Upstairs offers magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and will take your breath away with the picturesque sunrises and sunsets. Make your way downstairs to the main floor and find a full kitchen, open floor plan living and dining room with a gas log fireplace, and the master suite. Two glass French doors lead you out onto the upper patio where you can lounge by the fire-pit and take in the fresh mountain air. No mountain home would be complete without a full basement entertainment area. Choose between a thriller in the private media room, or challenge yourself to a game of shuffleboard, darts, or a game of cards in the game room. If you find yourself hungry or thirsty in the middle of a heated match of Uno, just make your way over to the second kitchen/bar area in the basement. Before turning in for the night, we recommend you take advantage of gazing at the stars while relaxing in the 8 person hot tub on the lower patio. You won't regret it!

The house is minutes away from downtown Black Mountain, a short drive to Asheville and walking distance to several trails leading to the Upper Falls. If you need to take care of business while staying at Bama Bear Lodge, there is unlimited high speed internet and WIFI to meet your needs.

Come let yourself escape the hustle and bustle of every day stresses at Bama Bear Lodge. Your adventure awaits you.

Property manager

Wes and Susan Hibbard

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Only people staying at the home allowed.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No tobacco products of any kind allowed.
Do not move furniture around. Contact owner if you need this done. A $300 fine per violation will be assessed.
No loud music or partying outside after 10:00 p.m. Our neighbors are permanent residents. Please respect them.
Absolutely no RVs, motor homes, campers allowed on site.

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
Note from host: Only people staying at the home allowed.
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Black Mountain

Black Mountain is home to this holiday home. Swannanoa Valley Museum and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and Pisgah National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider The Merry Wine Market and Old Fort Railroad Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Old Fort NC, NC

What's nearby

  • White Horse Black Mountain - 23 min drive
  • Lake Tomahawk - 25 min drive
  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 26 min drive
  • Catawba Falls - 31 min drive
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bama Bear Lodge: A Larger than Life Mountain View Escape located?

This family-friendly Black Mountain holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Catawba River and Pisgah National Forest. The Merry Wine Market and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Piece of Paradise
This rental exceeded my expectations. Our group included 20 family members -children through adult. The house was beautiful and very comfortable. There was enough room for all of us to relax, visit and eat. The owner (Wes) was nearby and always available. But we never needed anything as the house was completely furnished with dishes, kitchen appliances, games etc. The home is up the hill from the main road so the views are spectacular. It didn't take long to get to the town of Black Mountain or Ashville. My family and I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The house was spectacular both inside and out. The rooms and layout are much bigger than what the pictures show. The homeowner was very resourceful. Do take note that the house is at the top of the mountain, it is beautiful, but also 25-30 minutes up or down the mountain.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Our Family Gathering!
We so enjoyed our stay. The home was a perfect place for our large family to gather and enjoy each other, and the hosts were so helpful. They really thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and fun. We even hired a photographer to come and take photos of our family, and the back patio made for beautiful pictures! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay in the mountains
Spent Thanksgiving with my family at this wonderful property. So peaceful. The house has everything you need. We took advantage of the private trailhead to go view the Upper Catawba Waterfall. What an awesome site. The trail is not easy but still doable for most able body adults and teens. There is another smaller waterfall that is easier to get to if you if you are not comfortable with maneuvering heights. The hot tub was was a great treat after our hike. The house is high enough to be away from light pollution so the sky lights up at night with a heavenly light show of stars. Even saw a shooting star while we were gazing. Plenty of space and games in house. Thank you to the Hubbard's for such a great weekend filled with family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the bama bear lodge
Our group of 18 friends had a great stay at this house. The house was clean, spacious (we even had some extra sleeping spots), well stocked, and beautiful. We had everything we needed and would definitely recommend! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt right at home
It was an incredible getaway for our entire family to celebrate the new year. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space yet be together at the same time. The kitchen was fully stocked with any item you could possibly need. We especially liked how all the cabinets were labeled, as well as all the light switches. The owners were extremely accommodating to our every need ... most importantly when we had the danger of a snowstorm headed our way. We truly appreciated their hospitality and will definitely like to come back again .... the view was incredible and the nearby hiking trail wonderful. Thank you Wes & Susan!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain property for all ages
Our family of three generations rated this our favorite mountain property—and we’ve rented several good ones in the past. The property offers numerous gathering spaces but still feels like a home; the family shuffleboard tournament was great evening entertainment. Do take care hiking the Catawba Falls Trail from this high end—the drops are quite steep. Our group elected to hike all the way to the bottom trailhead parking lot for a pickup rather than chance getting caught at dusk in a slow climb back up.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Grant B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Nice property but intrusive host
The property was beautiful. However, the host walked into the house uninvited several times throughout the weekend. He also watched the house and would text us when we simply had a window open to enjoy the fall weather. Completely unacceptable intrusive behavior and put a damper on the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vacation!!
Location of this property is unbelievable and boy were we blown away. I have stayed at so many properties and this one stands out as one of the most memorable places. We all want to come back and will be planning more stays at Bama Bear! Wess, the property manager/owner, went above and beyond hosting us, from waiting till we arrived and walking us around the property to checking on us daily to see how we were doing and if there was anything we needed. Donuts treat on one morning was something special for kids. He was just the sweetest and the most hospitable person you'd ever meet. The property itself is absolutely amazing, from the moment you walk in and seeing how close you are to the mountains, which btw is a million dollar view. The house is very spacious, very well maintained, spotless clean, and had everything you could think of. The kitchen is extremely well stocked. The bathrooms are very clean and towels and toiletries are well kept. The linens in the bedrooms are clean and the place is spick and span. The property offered everything for all ages. When we were inside, adults hung out in the open space while the kids played downstairs. When outside, you could hike to Catawba Falls, enjoy fire pit or spend time in hot tub. Wess and Susan, you were awesome and have an amazing place. We will be back. Thanks for sharing your beautiful house with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in the Mountains
Property was everything it claims to be and more. Spectacular views, beautiful property and everything anyone could want for a sizable gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alec D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute Perfection
Our weekend at Bama Bear was truly picturesque. This property was stunning from the time we checked-in when we’re absolutely blown away by the view and home. The pictures could never do this property justice. On top of that, the owners are fantastic to deal with and even came by to make sure everything was good during our stay. To wrap it all up, the trailhead at that’s about a half a mile from this house leads to one of the most stunning waterfalls I have ever seen! We are definitely recommending this property to others and even considering a friends get together back at Bama Bear in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olivia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Mountain Experience Outside of Asheville
We had an amazing time at the Bama Bear Lodge. The property was gorgeous, the view was breathtaking, and the hosts were incredible. Would come back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Callie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and owners
Traveled here with 15 friends for a long weekend and we had an awesome time. The owners were great with communication and super helpful with check in, hiking directions, and even dropped off fresh donuts in the morning! The place is huge, clean, and had great amenities and walkable to an amazing hiking trail. They even had the pantry stocked with some basics. Great experience would definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Asheville at its best
The property is absolutely fantastic. From the moment you turn into the driveway you are met by a massive property with stunning views. As you start to explore, it’s clear that each inch of the property was carefully crafted. From 3 comfortable outdoor living spaces, all with state of the art furniture, and thoughtful extras (fire pits, hot tub, grill, places to eat), to four massive bedrooms with plenty of places to sleep, to state of the art indoor living areas to congregate and play, including a downstairs game room and closets full of extras to keep your guests busy for the duration of the trip! Nothing cheap here! It’s high end appliances and furniture throughout the property. The property owners have great care for their property, and are always reachable whenever needed. This is an incredible property. Would absolutely stay here again if I am back in the Asheville area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C., Salem SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of Heaven
Beautiful home in every way...like being in my own vacation home..owner was terrific...above and beyond...very very few little things that are not even worth a mention...out of the way...quiet..stunning views, when the weather allowed...perfect romantic valentines weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter break 2021
The owner's were very responsive and communicated well throughout our stay. The house was in a beautiful area and the mountain setting was amazingly gorgeous. The house was luxurious, well taken care of, and well appointed throughout. We have rented many houses in the past and some of the details of this house definitely stood out. My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bama Cabin
Fantastic property, wonderful accommodations. Clean and laid out beautifully. Every thing you could ever want is there. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott L., Greensboro, NC - USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend get away!!!
We really enjoyed our time here! 4 couples looking for a home to simply hang out and catch up for a long weekend. The home is nicely appointed as the pictures depict. Everything is labeled and easy to find. The views from the from drive way are great. We really spent most of our time sitting around the fire put on the back balcony. The home can accommodate a lot of people. If you are looking for a nice neighborhood and a true get away, this home truly fits. The home owners, Wes and Susan, were very helpful and easy to communicate with. We look forward to going back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection in NC
This house and our stay were so perfect that we were booking a second stay before we even left. There's an amazing attention to detail by the owners that's seen in everything from the design of the house, which highlights the beautiful moutnain views, to the labels on every single cabinet and light so that you're not left scrambling during your vacation. The neighborhood itself is comparable to the house in perfection in that it offers amazing hikes to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the state, and constant glimpses of wildlife. I can't say enough about our experience at Bama Bear Lodge and I can't wait to return.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
After two months of coronavirus lockdown we needed a change of scenery and the Bama Bear was perfect for a getaway. Great views, comfortable and well-appointed, and Wes was great to deal with. We hope to come back with a larger group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

jmk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A must stay!
The owners clearly poured a lot of love into this house making it ideal for any gathering. My extended family spent Thanksgiving there and will definitely be going back. Lots to do for the kids, shuffleboard, great hide and seek spots, hot tub, etc. Beautiful views with tons of space. The owners were very attentive and felt more like a luxury resort than a home rental. No issues whatsoever and again we will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tommy S., Myrtle Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and huge rooms.
Great for our group. Every couple having their own suite was key. Great rooms, they are all huge. Showers are also impressive. The view from the front porch is insane, and the view of the stars from the hot tub is also out of this world. Great property and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to start
This was a terrific place to stay. The owners were so great with communication and the house far exceeded expectations. Our group had an amazing time and I would recommend this house to anyone. 5 stars, thanks for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
The Bama Lodge is an amazing property! This was a perfect house to host our large group. I would highly recommend this property for a large group or family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian D., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great views!
Wonderful location and views from the top! Owner was easy to work with and helped us on front and back end easily.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Wes and Susan Hibbard

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Retired contractor and school teacher, who decided to make their dream home for extended family getaways a reality. Currently the two reside in South Carolina, only a short 2 hour drive from the property. Every detail from the wood on the trim to the custom iron chandelier were hand picked and installed by the owners.

Why they chose this property

The owners have traveled to the Black Mountain area on numerous occasions between youth retreats to family reunions to personal leisurely getaways and decided that when the time was right, they wanted to find a piece of this place to call their own.

What makes this property unique

This home was built from the ground up by the owners. They searched for months for the perfect piece of property. They built the house large enough to invite all of their friends and family while still providing you the seclusion and intimate space to enjoy the views and scenery that surround.

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English
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