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Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns

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Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Gameroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns

★ Experience all the sights and sounds of the Smokys in this secluded Oasis at the top of the mountain

★ 10 min drive to the heart of GAT

★ Spacious open floor living area featuring fully equipped kitchen, stacked stone fireplace, HI speed WIFI and cable TV in ALL rooms

★ Share a meal with loved ones inside our screened gazebo or relax in the bubbling hot tub on one of our wooded decks

★ Most amenities on the mountain including private game room and fire pit, resort pool and clubhouse

Property manager

David Rutledge

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg Space Needle and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Anakeesta - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • SkyPark - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 11 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gatlinburg Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Three Jimmy's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Bungalow - Seclusion in heart of Smoky Mtns located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Chapel at Honeymoon Hills, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cayden R.

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

Great Vacation Spot

Everything and more! Beds were nice! Gaming room was cool!! Owners were really nice and suggested places to go and eat! Would come back! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gloria H.

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

vacation 2025

cabin not secluded, two other cabins right next to it. had to fix entrance door handle right from start. lamp in bedroom would not work even after changing the bulb. never could turn on TV in one bedroom, which were minor issues our stay was okay. rained the whole time but the hot tub was the best plus to our vacation. small and cozy with a gazebo for morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leniad S.

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

Lovely place

Amazing cabin 😍 had a awesome time with my family, love everything super clean , great location, comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

William T.

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

Nice place to stay

We enjoyed our stay here. Some repairs needed to the cabin, game room door has gap at top of door so game room stayed cold. Overall nice visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leaanna W.

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

Great cabin, great location!

Great cabin at a great price! We had everything we needed. My kids loved the game room while I made meals and we all loved the hot tub at night after a day of hiking and exploring. We made some great family memories during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jimmy a.

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

AMAZING

It was such a great experience i Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Snowed in and loved it!

The host had prepared such a great accommodation for our family! Due to moving in on the same day as a snow storm, we ended up being snowed in for the first three days of vacation, but we loved it! Although it meant not being able to visit Gatlinburg itself until the fourth day, we played games in the living room, soaked in the hot tub (yes, while it was snowing and was practically magical), sledded down the driveway, and read books. We couldn't have asked for a better cabin to be "stuck" together as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie r.

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

A Nice Reclusive Visit

This property is located far off the beaten path without being too far of a drive from the city. We had no issues with anything on the property and the owners were very responsive. The kitchen is well stocked with dishware and equipment. The fire pit was an unexpected and welcomed addition to our stay. Overall, a very nice rental cabin for our budget!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

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

Best Yet!

The cabin was just wonderful. Clean and had everything we needed. Loved having coffee on the deck in the morning. It was just such a beautiful place. I want to do it again in the Fall to see the colors. The hot tub was so nice after a long day of sightseeing. The cherry on top of the cake was when 4 bears came to visit us. Got some really great pictures of them. Was hard to come home and leave it behind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia P.

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

Bears

A bear came on the porch maybe 30 minutes after we got to cabin...mommy and 3 cubs came another day then the next night a big bear got into my Grandson car
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Tina h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lock your car doors!

Property not as nice as pics portray. Bunk beds in separate room from house with no bathroom access so nobody wanted to sleep there. No smoke detectors seen anywhere. Bear broke into my truck so make sure all vehicles are locked at all times and there is no food drinks or anything with sugar left inside your vehicles.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Cynthia H.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location

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Under the kitchen sink there was a leak that we weren't aware of. There was a broken glass in the cabinet that someone almost cut their hand on. The kitchen cookware was awful. The coating on the pan we used for our eggs came off on the eggs. The bathroom showers were dangerous. They need grab bars.Just alot of things that need to be udated. The dryer made a noise when we used it. The kitchen table was rough. The refridgerator was nasty on the outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Needs some major TLC

This is a quaint property with lots of potential but it needs some major TLC. I have informed the manager of the list of issues. It seems to me that they are not giving this property any attention that it needs. I fixed some of the simple issues for them that I was able to assit with (doornobs loose and loose bolts on bunk bed). The manager only offered a reduced price stay if we came back. Without a functional laundry dryer, broken kitchen sink, non-functional ceiling fan, small bath towels and too few of bath towels helped make my decision easy... we will not be back to this property. This was also our first Vrbo ever... I am really worried that the rest are just like this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Lauren H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

We arrived and the code did not work, we were told it “would be a long shot but try the window.” I’m guessing the unlocked window has been used more than once. This place has floor tiles coming up, it’s not clean, torn hot tub cover, broken pool and foosball table. The shower head came to my nose so my husband had a really hard time showering. Dry wall is awful. It needs so much work. The game room says separate entrance which means it is not accessible from the inside of the house so it was pointless for our young kids. They had to sleep on the couch bed instead which has springs poking through. I spoke to the owner about all this. No refunds, no help, no nothing. This place looks way better in photos. Please read this before you book!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ricardo f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Great December Getaway

We were overall very happy with our stay. We have stayed in other VRBO locations and this was the cleanest we have stayed at. Other than the pool set missing balls and only one Xbox controller there were not any issues. I will say that we did not come for the games, so it was not a huge deal during our stay. We would stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amenra M.

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

Reunion weekend

No extension cord available for patio lights. Hot tub was awesome! Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tristan M.

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

Great, secluded, and everything you need!

This place was and is just like it’s shown. Very clean and had plenty of essentials. The owners were very nice and the place was in a amazing secluded spot! I do recommend being careful on the drive to it. I have been the Gatlinburg more then 3 times and this drive to the cabin was very straight up lol! But we loved the drive at the same time was 15 minutes from Gatlinburg!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ricky L.

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

Jeeping invasion 2022

This cabin was amazing and clean and close to all downtown Gatlinburg. Washer and dryer coffee maker , towels and everything we needed was there even cleaning supplies!! With out side screened in porch , bagged chairs and a very clean hot tub. Love it all. Thanks again we will be back , The Loyds
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew D.

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

Had a great time

Great location, clean, close to wildlife, in need of some maintenance, great cabin for a few guys. Double bunk beds separate from main house not sure if that is family friendly. It has two separate entrances, so if the kids have to pee they have to go outside to get into the house. If the kids want to leave the room the parents wouldn’t know.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

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

Fun active vacation

Great spot to stay with easy access to Gatlinberg and the national park. Game room is a plus for kids and the hot tub looked brand new. David was easy to work with, thanks for a wonderful trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Comfortable Rustic cabin

This is a very rustic cabin in the mountains. If you’re looking for seclusion this is perfect! The third bedroom is actually separated from the main cabin which did not work well for my young children. But they did love the games inside during the day. It is older and needs some updating but has all the amenities that you need for a comfortable weekend. David the host was wonderful and very responsive!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kristy R., Northwest Ohio

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

Clean, quiet stay

Good stay! Check in was easy & trouble-free. Owners were quick to respond to messages. Beds were a bit creaky & mattresses on the softer side, but we managed fine. Kitchen has very basic amenities. If you have kids, be sure to bring plastic cups! All dishware is ceramic or glass. Game/bunk room was fun for the kids during the day. It's NOT accessible from the main cabin (separate entrance off the deck), and the door is VERY hard to close/latch. (My 9 year old couldn't do it.) We didn't feel comfortable letting them stay in the bunks, so they stayed in the cabin overnight. Overall, good, clean stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN J.

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

Great cabin tucked away in the hills!

Really nice nd very affordable property! Just perfect for a long weekend getaway with my husband and adult kids. Definitely will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
David and Sarah great host ! We enjoy our vacation !
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by David Rutledge

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Languages:

English, Spanish
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