Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of CMLC Florence Nature Preserve, Hickory Nut Gap Farm and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Lake Lure are also within 12 miles (20 km).

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

3 Jun 2024

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Great stay for my wedding party!!

Wow what a gorgeous place and stay! The views alone and five star, add a hot tub in the mix and this is a gold stay! Thank you very much for having us!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson K.

27 Nov 2024

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Beautiful property

The location is picturesque and the amenities are fantastic. Perfect place for family gatherings. There was so much to do that we essentially never left the property. Very well appointed and well maintained. We have already recommended it to others.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Jul 2023

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A restful mountain retreat

Bearwallow Cottage was most relaxing! The porch makes the house. We spent a lot of time sitting relaxing, watching morning fog roll in making the hillside meadow dramatic, or watching the stars and moonlight at night. There are several rewarding hikes from the house with panaromic views at the top of the mountain. Great place for a family get together. Even during this year's summer heat waves, the temperature was more than pleasant.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

30 Dec 2023

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Christmas getaway

Our family wanted a getaway after Christmas to go see the lights at Biltmore. We all agreed to stay in something with more mountain "charm", and we were not disappointed with Bearwallow Cottage! We arrived late afternoon and were pleased to see the pavilion decorated with lights, as well as our cottage and very own Christmas tree!!! The kitchen had all we needed, the beds were on the firm side (which we prefer), the bathrooms were just right , we had plenty of room for our family of 7 both watching TV and at the dining room table. There was a bit of dust in the windows, but the view, the pavilion pickleball, the porch and the hot tub more than made up for that. Although it is a bit outside of Asheville, it was close to several hikes and Chimney Rock. The unpaved road was manageable for both our 4 wheel drive vehicles and one 2 wheel drive SUV and the directions were spot-on. We also had plenty of parking for our 3 vehicles. Thank you Bearwallow Cottage for a lovely visit!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

19 May 2025

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Weekend Family Getaway

Brought our family for their first trip to see the Biltmore, the cabin was a perfect surprise for them. Everyone loved the views from the front porch each morning. The children thought having their own area upstairs was amazing. The entire place was so beautiful. Definitely will stay again !!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

12 Aug 2024

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Amazing Cabin

We rented three of the cabins and had such a great stay. The cabins were all amazing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

26 Jan 2024

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Great Cottage!

The cottage was wonderful! We really enjoyed this beautiful property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B., Indianapolis. USA

30 Oct 2023

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Stunning views from the large windows

We chose a fall time to visit snd the colors didn’t disappoint. The cabin was clean and inviting. The biggest challenge is driving the mountain road to get there as the pavement becomes narrow gravel road with many twists and turns.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg r.

25 Oct 2023

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Mountain trip with friends

The view is stunning. Very clean and maintained property. Would 100 percent recommend. Only issue we had was the hot tub was not warm the first day. The water was low and had not been heating prior to us getting there. It was resolved by the next day and was able to be used.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R., Charlotte, NC

18 Sept 2023

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Wonderful Getaway

Great mountain property and easily accessible. Enjoyed watching the butterflies from the front porch with gorgeous mountains in the background. Home has everything you would need.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

4 Jul 2023

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Beautiful mountain retreat

We had a wonderful stay at Bearwallow. As a family, we were celebrating my MIL’s 80th b-day. Her sister was traveling from Arkansas to surprise her and family was visiting from Oregon as well as the SC coast. The cottage was gorgeous and the family loved the nearby hiking trails. One of our favorite pastimes was hanging out on the porch, enjoying the views, the quiet and the sweet sounds of nature. My SIL rounded the corner one evening, thinking she’d heard a deer. Much to our surprise, it was a mama bear and two cubs. We stayed a safe distance but were thrilled to see such a site so the cottage definitely lived up to its name. The cottage was roomy and we found all we needed in the kitchen. We were THRILLED to actually find a CLEAN grill for our use! Most places, it seems like the grill always needs cleaning but not here. The beds were super comfy. My only suggestion would be to add a grab bar in the downstairs bathrooms for added safety. That would be helpful for older guests and the downstairs guests did mention the tubs were a bit slippery. Most places have a guest book where you can find directions for certain things like operating the hot tub. We didn’t find one but there were a few directions posted near the door that were helpful. We had a fabulous time and we would love to come back again! Thanks for a wonderful stay and a great adventure for memories that will last a lifetime.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Salisbury

27 Jun 2023

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Family Mountain Trip

We absolutely loved this house! The setting was beautiful. One family member who is in a wheelchair had no problem getting into and around the house. The view from the deck is worth a trip! Everything was clean and pleasant. The kitchen was well stocked. We tend to use a lot of towels, so we brought a couple of our own just in case. Still, there were towels there and a washer/dryer that worked very well.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris t.

5 Nov 2022

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Beautiful cabin

Great cabin, fabulous location, and highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

23 May 2021

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Bearwallow Cabin

This property is amazing! So much space and it is very well maintained. The covered front deck is amazing and has beautiful views. Alan the owner is very kind and accommodating!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

6 Apr 2021

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Great house

The house was just what we were looking for. Great place, accurately represented.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

23 Feb 2021

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Great weekend getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend visit with friends and family. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The hot tub worked great, tons of firewood ready to burn, and easy checkout. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

29 Jan 2021

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Peace of Heaven in Fairview

This property was absolutely beautiful. The house was just as described and came very well equipped. Everything you could possibly need was there. There were lots of extra touches like towels for the hot tub, Laundry detergent, hand soap, etc. The views are amazing and we loved that there are hiking trails right off the property. The roads getting up and down the mtn are a little precarious. So be prepared for a gravel one lane road. But otherwise, we couldn't have asked for anything more.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

16 Nov 2020

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Private Paradise

This is the place to be! We had three families and between the pickle-ball court that doubles as a scooter pavilion for the kids, the hiking trails and hot tub, we had the most amazing adventure. Alan, the owner, was a delight and very considerate. It was a chilly weekend but the house was cozy and warm and a perfect, “nice but not too nice” vacation rental to have kids enjoy. We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

19 May 2019

Gorgeous views

This property is perfectly situated on a mountain top. The back porch (where we stayed the majority of our visit) was awesome. Bird watching, sunrises and sunsets and the beautiful mountain breeze! Perfect get away. The owners were so helpful and welcoming. All our questions were answered quickly and they provided tons of information on the area. Excellent hosts! This property is outstanding in every way.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

18 Oct 2018

Secluded living at its finest.

Wow, this is a really great property. The house is neatly appointed and very comfortable. We cooked several meals and all the necessary supplies were at hand. The house is about 25 minutes by car from downtown Asheville. The road leading to the home turns to narrow gravel for the last little bit but aside from a little washboard, it was well maintained and easy to navigate in a passenger car. The back deck of the house is one of the nicest features, offering up views of the valley below and mountains in the distance. Annie and Alan were very attentive owners. Their attention to detail made the stay all the sweeter. If you're looking for a quiet place a little out of town, look no further.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

17 Oct 2018

Great cabin with gorgeous views!

We celebrated a bachelorette weekend for my daughter and her bridesmaids and the cabin was perfect! We cooked several meals in the kitchen and it was well stocked with all the pots & pans and cooking utensils we needed. Also, the large table was perfect for our big group! The beds were very comfortable and the cabin was exceptionally clean! We had a great time shopping in Asheville and then apple picking at Sky Top Orchards! Would love to come back to explore Chimney Rock and the Biltmore!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet G., Waxhaw North Carolina

1 Jul 2018

A fabulous cottage and beautiful surroundings !!

Thank you Annie and Alan for being such kind and gracious hosts . Our girls getaway was memorable because your beautiful cottage allowed us to enjoy ourselves . The cottage is immaculate and well stocked with everything you will need . There is a warmth that was obvious the minute we stepped foot into the front door . Your back deck was pretty magical . To behold the mountains and beauty from the porch was a daily gift we all enjoyed . Thank you for sharing your cottage with us . We will reflect for months on the joy we shared at Bearwallow !

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary R., Oneida, Tennessee

27 Jun 2018

An amazing property!

Our stay at Bearwallow cottage was awesome. We sat on the back porches for hours watching the birds and wildlife. Three nights in a row an orange glow fell over the mountains during sunset. We parked and stayed on top of this mountain. A few of our party drove into Asheville to see the sights and others visited Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. We hiked to the top of Bearwallow Mountain and enjoyed the commanding view. Cousins got together and we cooked out and had a wonderful time together. I'm sure we used every bit of the property - front yard playing football, soccer, wiffle ball and the fire pit at night. All of us were impressed with this property. The owners were accessible and we appreciate the beautiful flowers and all the lotions. We hope to be back in two years!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

13 Jan 2018

Beautiful views and a welcoming, warm cozy cabin

We had a wonderful visit to this mountain top cabin. The cabin had everything we possibly needed. We especially appreciated the stock pile of firewood since the temperatures dropped to the single digits. We had ten in our group and everyone slept very comfortably. We were there for New Years Eve and made a big dinner. Everything we needed to cook and serve dinner was provided for. The owners are very helpful and great to work with. Plan to go back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

28 Nov 2017

Wonderful people and place. Second time here and we will be back.

Allen and Anne are wonderful people. The farm experience for the kids was such a special extra. The cottage is perfect for our family and we thoroughly enjoy the mountain hiking and beautiful views. Our grandkids created great memories together here. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

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