Nestled in a gated wildlife preserve, Willy Bear offers the perfect mountain retreat with three spacious bedrooms and outdoor areas. Enjoy relaxing soaks in the hot tub, cozy up by the fire pit, or take a nap on the screened porch's swinging bed. With comfortable seating areas throughout and complimentary Wi-Fi.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12195 sq m
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain
Willy Bear
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Nestled in the quiet seclusion of a gated wildlife preserve, this three-story, three-bedroom, three-bath log cabin, affectionately named Willy Bear, is just a 15-minute drive from Black Mountain and the perfect vacation getaway for your group. Enjoy a variety of spacious outdoor areas, including a hot tub, deck, and fire pit. Relax on two screened porches -- there's even a swinging bed for afternoon naps.
Check out nearby Catawba Falls, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and downtown Black Mountain.
LIVING AREA
With gleaming hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings, the rustic-chic living room offers an ultra-comfortable retreat. Enjoy the warm ambiance of the gas fireplace while watching a movie on the 42inch TV with Blu-ray and Roku.
A second living area features a fireplace, two sofas, and an armchair.
KITCHEN & DINING
Work your culinary magic in a well-appointed kitchen, outfitted with beautiful granite countertops, a gas range, double sink, and dishwasher.
BED & BATH
This three-level home sleeps 10 guests between the three bedrooms. There is a futon available in the loft overlooking the living room as well as in the detached garage.
The master bedroom has a king bed, walk-in closet, 33inch TV, a desk and access to a screened porch. Just outside the door, a bathroom has a walk-in shower.
Upstairs, the second bedroom has a full-size bed, twin bed, twin trundle and a walk-in closet.
The lower-level third bedroom includes a queen bed, a full-size sleeper sofa, a beverage cooler, and a 33inch TV with a DVD player.
Stocked with a complimentary starter supply of toiletries, the guest bathroom has a walk-in shower.
OUTDOOR AREA
A hot tub promises ultimate relaxation and a wraparound porch has rocking chair seating for two and a table for four.
There is a screened porch off the master bedroom with seating for two, as well as a screened lower porch with picnic seating for eight, two rocking chairs, two armchairs, and a full-size swinging bed.
A lower deck offers a fire pit and bar seating for two.
EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS
Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi and washer/dryer. There is parking for four vehicles in the driveway.
Cell phone reception can occasionally be spotty on some carriers in this lovely mountainous area.
LOCATION
The surrounding area is rife with opportunities for swimming, rafting, ziplining, biking, and skiing. It's also central to a variety of must-see attractions.
Drive 11 miles to Catawba Falls or 16 miles to iconic Chimney Rock for hiking and panoramic views. Or head 32 miles to downtown Asheville and popular area attractions like Grove Park Inn and the Biltmore Estate. And it's just 59 miles to Pisgah National Forest Preserve. This home is situated on a gated wildlife preserve within walking distance to many hiking trails and beautiful waterfalls.
THINGS TO KNOW -Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. -Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. -All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. -Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. -No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. - -All properties comes with a starter kit to assist you on your first day before having to go out and purchase additional items. This includes: dish sponge, dish soap, dishwasher packet, laundry packet. Bathrooms will have 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, shampoo, conditioner and hand soap.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free internet
Parking and transport
Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 2,100 square feet
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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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Arrowhead Monument and Davidson's Fort Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and CMLC Florence Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Old Fort Railroad Museum, or check out an event or a game at Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails and rock climbing. Visit our Old Fort travel guide
Is Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain located?
This family-friendly Old Fort holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Waterfall Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Old Fort Railroad Museum and Lake Lure. Chimney Rock State Park and Catawba River are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Luxurious log cabin w/stunning views, WiFi, hot tub + 15 mins to Black Mountain Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The views were great. It was really nice to have separate bathrooms on each floor for each of the sleeping spaces.
James B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
3 Apr 2024
Loved the hot tub with the mountain views!
Had a fabulous stay and enjoyed the scenery and relaxing atmosphere.
Jennifer W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Derrick O.
4 Sept 2024
Nice vacation home.
Man was quite and secluded. Super peaceful will definitely be booking again!!!
Derrick O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
ROBBIE M.
26 May 2024
Lots of room and great view.
Plenty of room for the 5 of us girls for our girls trip. View is great.
ROBBIE M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dana N.
7 Sept 2024
Beautiful home- watch out for snakes!
Wonderful space for a big family or multiple families. Just bring your own cooking/kitchen utensils!
Dana N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George F.
7 Apr 2024
Wonderful Property
Perfect for our family. Loved the ability to spread out but still have room to be together. The game room was great! Had a minor issue that Vacasa quickly addressed, as usual! Very clean. Overall, a wonderful property in a great location - within 30 minutes of several attractions. Would recommend it.
The Willy bear property was very comfortable, safe, and clean. My family and I enjoyed our stay and were even pleasantly surprised at all of the infant/kid friendly options the cabin included. In the main bedroom closet there was a pack n play and even a sound machine! We brought our own, but it was so nice to see there was a back up just in case.
We did have some issues with the hot tub, but customer service walked us through exactly what to do and everything worked out fine.
The neighborhood is a gated community just as advertised and everyone is pretty well spaced out. There are not many marked out hiking trails (if any) through the neighborhood that we saw, but it was beautiful to walk around some of the roads all the same.
Another highlight was the cinnamon roll shop down in town! Gogo's Cinnamon Rolls was not only delicious with several different fresh made options, but they also are a very kind and professional staff. Everything was very clean and well done and reasonably priced. An excellent breakfast choice for any day of your stay.
All in all this is a great house with plenty of space for a small or large group for any time of the year.
The only reason I can’t give it 5 stars is because of the hot tub not being clean and the downstairs porch not being sprayed off.
Jessica D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Barb W.
23 Dec 2022
Weekend in the trees.
Family Gathering enjoyed staying at willybear in Old Fort, North Carolina. I rented it because of the game room and hot tub which kids and adults enjoyed. Had some frustrations getting thru gate because of lack of code and not having code for game room which we were told was not included. It was part of
The house as was shown in photos. House could use a bigger pot and skillet, but it was clean and had enough room for everyone.
Barb W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Chris & Vallery K.
6 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
VERY Secluded
The description on this property stated it was a gated community. This indicates to me there are people around. There was no gate. There was a place for a gate but no gate. There was no community. This cabin is beautiful but is almost completely isolated. We would never have rented it if we had known. Too remote for my daughter and I.
This cabin is nearly perfect. The location is beautiful; great amenities; plentiful towels; well-equipped kitchen; lots of great spaces to relax; game room is great for the kids. I’d love to give this cabin 5 stars, but can only give 4 because the hot tub wasn’t heated when we arrived and we couldn’t get it to heat up until the last morning before we left. Maybe a short that needs to be fixed? Because the property is managed by Vacasa and not an individual owner, communication was a bit of a challenge as well. Not bad; just not as easy dealing with a property management company as it is with the actual owner. We’ll come back because the cabin is wonderful! Just hoping the hot tub works next time!