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Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior detail
Spacious great room with stone gas fireplace.
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Asheville, NC
  • Grove Park Country Club
    15 min drive
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    15 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    17 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Game Room

1 Double Futon

Great Room

2 Double Futons

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Terrapin Station

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bottom Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath - Main Level

Toilet

Master Bathroom - Main Level

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upper Level Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi

Dancing Bear Den is a beautiful, private cabin nestled among tall hardwood trees and is perched atop Elk Mountain in Asheville, NC. This gorgeous property is located just 1.2 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway and is a certified National Wildlife Habitat. The cabin is situated at an elevation of 3,500 feet which affords breathtaking views of sunrises and sunsets over the mountains from inside, outside on the decks or from the hot tub. This peaceful mountain escape is a beautifully decorated cabin with bedrooms on three living levels. It accommodates up to 14 people comfortably.

Dancing Bear Den features tall ceilings, fireplaces, handsome warm wood walls and hardwood floors. A Coffee and Tea Bar is ideally located between the kitchen and great room. Tucked away inside an upstairs bedroom closet, The Cub Cave is a cozy play area created just for kids. Whimsically decorated, it provides a fun space for our youngest guests to enjoy themselves with board games and a children’s library. The Grateful Dead themed room on the bottom level is a certain highlight of any music fan’s stay at Dancing Bear Den.

The open floor plan of the kitchen, dining area, and great room allows everyone to gather and spend time together. Three living levels gives everyone the opportunity to go find their own quiet space. Asheville’s music scene is a wonderful mélange of Americana, Bluegrass, Country, Rock and the Jam Band scene. Music lovers will appreciate the trippy art and thoughtfully decorated Grateful Dead room on the bottom level. On that same floor you will find a Game Room with a foosball table, board games and a smart TV as well as a reading nook to cozy up with a good book on a beanbag chair. Breathe in the fresh mountain air from the cabin’s wooden decks on two levels and enjoy a relaxing soak in the outdoor hot tub while taking in the stunning long views of the Blue Ridge Mountains or venture out and enjoy the area with everything it has to offer.

If you are interested in experiencing first-rate restaurants, breweries, galleries, shops, spas, and entertainment, downtown Asheville is just a 25 minute drive down the mountain. This private log cabin is also a mere 35 minutes from the Asheville Regional Airport, 30 minutes from the Biltmore Estate, 25 minutes to Craggy Gardens, and 40 minutes from Mount Mitchell, the highest point east of the Mississippi River at 6,685 feet elevation.

Dancing Bear Den serves as a wonderful central location to begin your next adventure. Gorgeous hiking trails, waterfalls, lookout points, amazing local wildlife are all easily accessible within a short drive. The Asheville area is a year-round destination for exploring the outdoors. Biking, hiking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, waterfalls, kayaking, canoeing, and zip lining are all available to you in the nearby area. After your days of fun and adventure, you get a chance to relax and recharge in the hot tub as the sun sets over the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Dancing Bear Den does have a paved but somewhat steep driveway, very common for mountainside homes. In the snowy winter months, four-wheel drive is recommended.

For larger families and groups, the neighboring property, The Elk Mountain Lodge, is also available on vrbo.com listing 2290685.

Property manager

Bee Colony LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Limit of 1 pet per stay and they must be no more than 70 pounds
Pets must be crated when unattended and leashed when outside

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Weaverville

Located in Beaverdam Valley, a neighbourhood in Weaverville, this cabin is in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Biltmore Estate. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Grove Park Country Club - 15 min drive
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 15 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 16 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 17 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Mug Coffee Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Twisted Laurel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Zebulon Artisan Ales - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Mountain View Luxury AVL Cabin w/Hot Tub, Fireplaces, Hi-Speed Wifi located?

This family-friendly Weaverville cabin is located in the mountains, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Pisgah National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Pack Place Education Arts and Science Center and Asheville Gem Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

William Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great spot
We enjoyed our stay. The only reason I can’t give 5 stars is because the WiFi was bad. Not a major issue, but when the property is marketed as “having high speed WIFI”, it was misleading. Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Property is just as advertised. I surprised the family with a short getaway and everyone loved it. We did have a problem with the oven. It would not heat. We discovered this after we had already made the dish and was ready to bake it. The handyman did not make it out so we had to bake it on the grill. It all worked out....sometimes you have to improvise. Also on arrival, one of the smoke alarms was beeping (cleaning service should have noticed this on the day of cleaning). We did have batteries available to switch it out but it continued to beep. We ended up just taking it out of the wall to stop the beeping and made the maintainence man aware of it when we came by to check the oven to following morning. All in all, I would definitely encourage you to book this listing, its beautiful and the sunsets are outstanding!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Chelsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pretty house, disappointing holiday
The Dancing Bear Lodge is a great location and had plenty of space for our family trip. The attention to small details was very much appreciated. There were plenty of towels, Kleenex in every room, plenty of toilet paper, and all kitchen drawers were labeled for example. However there were some glaring issues that affected our stay. And these details are very important when you're as remote as you are in the Dancing Bear Lodge. The primary issue was that the oven didn't work. There is a grill which allowed for an alternative, but we weren't prepared to prep our dinners that way. We'd recommend preparing for that. We also didn't love that the fireplaces didn’t work. It's called out in the listing but the check-in instructions told us it was broken and asked us not to use it. Felt a little misled by that. Overall it's a nice property but some of the amenities affected our holiday stay and made us feel a little disappointed in the value for the price we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best weekend get away
We loved our stay for a group of friends getting away to the mountains! It was the perfect retreat to get away from the city but close enough to Ashville to enjoy a day of exploring! We started and ended each day with amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor party
Awesome place with a great view and close enough to any attraction you’d want to go to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Remote Cabin
Just what we needed for a fun bachelor party up in the mountains! Only thing missing is a fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Very relaxing vacation house in the mountains. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Wonderful property nestled in the woods, perfect for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding house in every way
This cabin and the one next door were the perfect places to host guests for our small Asheville wedding. Beautiful mountain views, well-appointed kitchen, open plan and huge deck that made it easy for friends to interact, relax, play games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful accommodations. Good location
We had a wonderful time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy K., Dacula, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atlanta road trip
Beautiful views and plenty of space for our group. The deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. The hosts answered all our questions promptly. When we first arrived we missed our turn into the driveway so go nice and slow or you'll miss it, it's a sharp turn. Overall it was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anish T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Everything was as it was described, and the view was majestic. The rooms were all well supplied as well as the kitchen. Grilling at the patio was one of the best times at this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sydney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!!
We loved the house! It had everything we needed and beautiful views!! It was more than enough space for 7 adults! I wish we could’ve stayed longer! The owners were very responsive and accommodating to any questions or request! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Mountain trip with Family
We had a great time this past weekend in the Mountains at this property. The cabin is beautiful!! Very clean and well laid out. Lots of room for my group of 8. The kids really enjoyed all of the options of hide and seek they played inside the house. Beautiful views from the porches. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. Everyone said they had a good nights rest on all of the beds. Lots of signage about the low flow well, but didn’t have any issues with water the entire time. The owners were nice and quick to respond, however we didn’t have any issues to ask them about, just a courtesy text at the end of our stay. All of the communications before the stay were very detailed and helpful. We had a great time! We would love to stay in this house again! The driveway coming in from the parkway direction is a little dicey, you need to prepare to swing big, but once you do it the first time it’s easy. Thanks!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We had a great stay at the property. The home is beautiful, well kept, and the amenities are as described (and you can't beat the views!).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long strange trip in the dancing bear den =)
The dancing bear den was wonderful! As a long time fan of the Grateful Dead I especially enjoyed the groovy decor paying respects to the greatest band of all time. The listing picture are incredibly accurate and the property management was very helpful and responsive to our needs during our stay. A few things worth noting: There are no blinds on 3 of the bedrooms windows/doors. This was not an issue for us but may cause privacy issue for someone else. It technically sleeps 13 adults as the pullout couch in the living room is a loveseat so it has a twin mattress. We were able to acquire an air mattress for our 14th guest. The house runs on well water so the water pressure was extremely weak for us probably because so many people using the water. We had to take bird baths in cold water and used plenty of dry shampoo. We reported this to the property manager and he was at the house instantly with a quick fix. (Much appreciated!) Their quick responses and excellent communication did not go unnoticed. We appreciated the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway for Mom and Dad
Relaxing 2 nights away from the kids! Property is in great condition. Very enjoyable stay. Great hikes during the day within 90 min. drive. We drove into Asheville each night for dinner - property felt remote but was an easy drive. We only used the first floor, but upper and lower are very nice as well and would be great for young kids. We cooked breakfast each day - kitchen worked very well for us. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
My friends and I had a wonderful stay, would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackson P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect friends getaway
Clean, spacious cabin with views the listing photos don’t do justice. We all had a wonderful time and will recommend this gem far and wide.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cody F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend
Cabin is amazing - beautiful views and feels very secluded - only one other cabin nearby but not right next door. Carlos was a great host. Would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Beautiful house on the mountain surrounded by hiking trails. Location of the house is about 30-40 minutes away from downtown area making it difficult to coordinate Uber/Lyft from the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Escape!
Our family had an amazing time celebrating my dad's 70th bday! The Dancing Bear was better than advertised. The house was cozy, well appointed, extremely clean, and creatively decorated. It had plenty of space and everything we would need. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great girls get away
Beautiful scenery and very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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