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Big Bear by the brook

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Escape to the Great Smoky Mountains and stay in this beautiful, centrally located cabin. Relax on the private upper deck or wrap around bottom deck with a grill and hot tub, as you unwind to peaceful creek sounds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Bear by the brook

Escape to the Great Smoky Mountains and stay in our beautiful, centrally located cabin! Situated between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, our two bedroom, two bathroom cabin comfortably sleeps six guests and is the perfect home base for your next mountain getaway.

Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the nearby creek as you relax on the large private upper deck or the wrap around bottom deck with a grill and hot tub. Inside, the cabin features a separate gaming area for the kids to play, ensuring everyone has a great time.

When you're ready to explore, our cabin is only five minutes from downtown Gatlinburg and ten minutes from Pigeon Forge, offering endless opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the best of the Smoky Mountains from our cozy cabin!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Ober Mountain and Wilderness at the Smokies are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Anakeesta and Gatlinburg SkyPark are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg_WildBearFallsIndoorWaterpark_6326714_01
    Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gatlinburg
    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tree Bridge
    Anakeesta
    4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains at sun rise, with clouds in valley
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ole Smoky Distillery
    7 min drive
  • Sugarlands Distilling Co.
    7 min drive
  • Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort
    3 min drive
  • Puckers Sports Bar
    7 min drive
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Bear by the brook have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Big Bear by the brook pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Big Bear by the brook?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Bear by the brook?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Bear by the brook?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Bear by the brook located?

Located in Chalet Village, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Herbert Holt Park and Hillbilly Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Big Bear by the brook Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I had a great time. Bed was very comfortable. Had all the amenities of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Lovely place!

Great location- very much enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Barb K.

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

Great location

Great location for access to shuttles. Everything we needed was there. Driveway is challenging.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessi R.

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

Thanksgiving Trip

The cabin was great. My family and I enjoyed our stay very much! Would definitely book this cabin again on a future TN trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Perfect for my wife 3 kids and 3 dogs, driveway provided privacy would recommend this to anyone

Really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful stream near the grill and hot tub Very cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Great cabin with a great location!

No complaints with our stay of 4 adults. Nice location close to Gatlinburg strip. Amanda the host was always responsive when I had a question! I recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda l.

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

Family vacation

This was the perfect rental for our family vacation along with our two dogs. Great location between Pigeon forge and Gatlinburg.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Best getaway

Was a awesome stay family's first vacation. We loved the quit and privacy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven y.

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

Loved it!

Nice and secluded cabin with the peaceful sounds of the creek! We enjoyed our stay so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Amazing stay.

The property was amazing. Amanda has made this residence feel so homey. We were blessed to see bears in their natural habitat by staying here. Thank you Amanda for being willing to be our host
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Favorite cabin!

Third time staying in this particular cabin. First time with Amanda as our host. We love the location between Gatlinburg and PF. The cabin itself is clean and has everything you need. My 10 yr old loves the hot tub and arcade game. Amanda responded quickly when we had a question. Would 100% stay a fourth time in this cabin!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Birthday get away

Had a wonderful time at this simply perfect cabin! Had every ammenty you could possibly need. Loved the outdoor hot tub and grill for grilling out. Even had a bear sighting!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Oct stay

Property was clean comfortable and as listed. Only two of us but cabin would sleep 4 comfortably. Been coming to smokeys twice year,for 5 years. This by far was best cabin we have rented.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

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

Very nice

Had a great 34th anniversary loved the hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Good for small family

Only stayed for one night and about 12 hours in total. Was comfortable for us for what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

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

Mountain Getaway

The cabin was in the middle of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, which was the perfect location to either place. We saw a bear on the Anakeesta Sky Lift.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this cabin. Everything was clean, in working order and comfortable. Perfect location between both cities which we enjoyed. Only thing I would note for future visits is to bring your own bath towels and double check internet username and password. (Listed wrong on VRBO). Looking forward to coming again with our family to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Cozy Chalet in the perfect location

This was a last minute trip with my Husband and Dog for his bday and our dog’s best last weekend as he’s dying from cancer. It was perfect. The location is beyond ideal for Gatlinburg, and the hot tub was so well kept and clean. I also really loved the double shower head in the master and the multicade with donkey Kong and Pac-Man!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

The property is located in a good place. We were about 7 minutes from downtown and right behind the welcome center. The cabin was nice. It could have been a little cleaner and we found a few things that were broken (kitchen chair, jacuzzi filter, arcade machine). Our son was sad the arcade machine did not seem to work. We could not figure out how to work the fireplace in the living room either. The pots and pans could also be replaced as most are warped and have a lot of burnt material on it that make it hard to cook. The layout was a little awkward as you have to walk through the main bathroom to get to the master. So if someone is using the bathroom, you can't get to the bedroom. The placement of the living room TV made it a little uncomfortable to watch the TV while relaxing in the evenings. Overall though, the stay was relaxing and it was nice having 2 king size beds. We loved the location of the cabin and the fact that it wasn't on one of the more difficult roads to drive at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely awesome stay. House was clean easy to find very secluded. We even had a bear visit while we were there. The host was very easy to reach and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Komiko S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed my time with my family there. Cabin was just liked the pictures revealed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Great place to stay!

This place was very cozy and super close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Great place, great location

We came up to the Smokies with my family recently and enjoyed our stay here. My kids really loved the arcade system upstairs (OK, I did too). The place was in a good location, close to both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Amazing location

Perfect spot for getting into town quickly or getting on the bypass to the park. Small note, but driveway / parking area is tight, so extra large or multiple vehicles may be difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025