Escape to the mountains in The Great Bear Lodge, where elegance meets coziness. Unwind by the gas log fireplace, enjoy mountain views from the covered deck with Primo gas grill and smoker or soak in the hot tub on a covered patio with fire pit.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
3 bedrooms3 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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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.
The Great Bear Lodge: Hot Tub, Firepit, EV Charger, Dog Allowed!
Welcome to The Great Bear Lodge! This cozy cabin is located just 5 miles away from historic Valle Crucis, the home of the Mast General Store, this home is close to many mountain adventures and wonderful local shopping, restaurants, the Boone Golf Course, Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park, High Gravity Adventures Zipline and Aerial Park, and Appalachian Ski Mountain.
Experience mountain elegance at its finest. Enjoy the main living space with leather furniture around the large flat-screen TV and a gas log fireplace. The dining area and kitchen have everything needed for a mountain getaway. The gracious outdoor living space includes a covered deck with a Primo gas grill and smoker, patio table, picnic table, and propane-powered heater for those chilly mountain evenings.
Spread out in the downstairs recreation room and enjoy the TV, foosball, shuffleboard, and a wet bar with mini-fridge and microwave. Outside on the lower level, enjoy the hot tub on a covered patio with the fire pit (owners provide free firewood) overlooking the mountain view.
Time for bed? The Great Bear Lodge offers three wonderful sleeping spaces, one on each level. There is a King suite in the semi-enclosed loft with a private bathroom with shower, a queen bedroom on the main level with a hall bath with tub/shower, and a bunk room on the lower level with a twin-over-full bunk and a twin trundle and a third bath down the hall with tub/shower. The lower-level family room sofa also converts into a queen sleeper for a bonus sleeping area.
All five TVs in the home are Smart TVs. Enjoy 150mbps Wi-Fi, and guests with electric vehicles can utilize a Level 1 EV charging station at the parking area. The paved parking area comfortably accommodates three cars, and access from the parking level to the main level entrance is by a staircase from the parking area.
Important Notes: - Pet Rent: $25/nt plus tax. Only one (1) mature, well-trained dog will be allowed. Please do not request an exception. -The owner of this home uses exterior security cameras to montor the home and ensure it remains safe when unoccupied. One camera overlooks the driveway, one overlooks the front porch, and one overlooks the side yard. No cameras are aimed at doors, windows, the hot tub, or the firepit and there are no interior security cameras. - Firewood for the outside firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night. - It is plowed in winter, but 4WD or AWD vehicles are required November-March, and chains may also be necessary to access all properties in winter months. We are happy to help you find the home with the access you are most comfortable with, any time of year! - All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided. - Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
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 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
About the area
Located in Vilas, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and Hickory Ridge Living History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Turchin Center for the Visual Arts and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing. Visit our Vilas travel guide
Is The Great Bear Lodge: Hot Tub, Firepit, EV Charger, Dog Allowed! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Great Bear Lodge: Hot Tub, Firepit, EV Charger, Dog Allowed!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is The Great Bear Lodge: Hot Tub, Firepit, EV Charger, Dog Allowed! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Watauga River, Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine. Turchin Center for the Visual Arts and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The Great Bear Lodge: Hot Tub, Firepit, EV Charger, Dog Allowed! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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.
Nice place, plenty of room, was clean and had everything we needed.
timothy h.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
SCOTT B.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Disappointed with property management
We were disappointed that the cabin did not seem to be properly prepared for visitors. The internet was out the entire time of our stay and we could not get the hot tub to warm up. There was no guide book for the cabin to help us. Additionally an overhead light was out and a carbon monoxide filter was flashing red needing replacement. There was a significant amount of trash placed improperly in a recycling bin and swimming trunks left over from the previous guests. We had a very rainy weekend trip with small children so not having the internet and hot tub working were a big frustration. We understand that these cabins are small family business and we were polite and understanding when we reached out for assistance to the property management. We received apologies and the promise that these items would be added to the task list but nothing ever happened. Eventually we received a phone call and I spoke with a property manager who was very nice but did not take any action. To be clear, we understand that things happen. Our disappointment stems from the fact that the property management continued to apologize and promise that future guests would not experience these problems but did not do anything to either fix the issues or to make it right with us despite the considerable amount of money we spent which made the apologies feel very insincere. In hindsight, I suppose we should have been less civil but every message we sent was polite.
Amazing place - cleanliness was a challenge - BRMR were great
Loved our stay here. Location and the house are fantastic. The views are stunning and the house is beautiful. We had some challenges with the cleanliness of the house, but, in fairness to BRMR, they offered to send a cleaning team out after we sent photos of how much hair there was. Our stay was only for a few nights and the dog hair was covering so much that we just took care of it ourselves. Be mindful, It is pet friendly and they charge extra for cleaning fees (we were thinking of taking our dog but didn’t in the end). The house, however, was covered in dog hair - even the kitchen countertops and table. Considering their cleaning fees both standard and pet fees it was shocking how much we had to vacuum. Other than the cleaning issues, the stay was fab and the house was excellent.
The house is in a very nice area. Very close to both downtown Bonnie and Blowing Rock. I would definitely stay here again. My only concerns are the step from the dining room area to the living space is not to code. There should be a white paint stripe on top of the step. My mother-in-law fell when stepping down.Thankfully she did not get hurt. Could’ve been much worse. The beds need some attention; if you roll over they squeak. The fire pit was an amazing addition and the basement is full of fun. Other than those very few concerns we had a very pleasant time. I would recommend this home.