Nestled on a ridge line, Bear Bottoms Welcome offers panoramic views of the Smokies. This mountain cabin features three bedrooms, a wrap-around deck, and a wet bar perfect for families or groups to unwind. Kick back in front of the gas log fireplace with a good book or head outside to sit around the propane fire pit under the stars.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire cabin
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62040 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar
Along with a water park, this smoke-free cabin has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The cabin has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the cabin include a water park.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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 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
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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Whittier, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Country Side Bowling Lanes and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Whittier travel guide
Is Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Nantahala National Forest and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Tuckasegee River. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Large cabin with wrap-around porch, fireplace & wet bar 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.
Great location for numerous activities. Great layout for the cabin. Beautiful views. Relaxing. Love the solitude
Richard C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth L.
15 Jul 2024
Perfect getaway
Beautiful home, even more spectacular view. Drive up is an adventure, but so worth it. We had great wifi and reception and kitchen is well stocked. Close to the mountains, Bryson City and other restaurants and amenities. It was perfect for our family's long weekend retreat!
Elizabeth L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
29 Nov 2023
Beautiful cabin
We have stayed in a lot of cabins. This was the most beautiful one we’ve ever stayed at. We actually, for the first time, used a travel agent and we are so glad we did. KH Travel found us this and we were so pleased. The view is as breathtaking as the cabin.
My family & I really enjoyed our stay at Bear Bottoms. The cabin was plenty big enough, the views were great & even though we had close neighbors it felt like we were all alone in the mountains.The only thing I would suggest is the property needs more utensils & a few more sets of dishes. We had exactly what we needed for meals so we needed to do dishes after each meal.
Lawrence R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey Heather W.
16 Aug 2024
Great Cabin
We loved everything about the cabin. It’s sooo nice and the view from the front porch is extraordinary!! The beds were more firm than we like, but it wasn’t a big deal. The cabin was very clean and lots of privacy. We loved the sitting area on the bottom level. Just a great cabin overall!!
The road to the cabin is very steep and narrow, but we didn’t mind. Would definitely have been difficult to pass other vehicles, but thankfully we didn’t meet any other vehicles.
Loved visiting the National Park and Polar Express ride. Was disappointed with the cabin. Spare bedroom was not as listed, instead had wobbly bunk beds so had to improvise both nights! Fire place didn’t work. Maybe it’s just the season but we were severely outnumbered by the lady bugs and stink bugs!
Jennifer T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Nicole P.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Headache from the start.
When we arrived on Thursday the heat was not working. My husband and my father went outside and the condensing coil was frozen. And the thermostat was locked on the inside of the cabin. They ended up getting the emergency heat to work. When we tried to light the fire place, it wouldnt work. It didnt work our entire stay.
There were SEVERAL lady bugs and stink bugs throughout the cabin. A ton in the large windows, bathrooms, bedrooms. EVERYWHERE!
There was black mold in the wet bar area. On the wall, the dart board game, the pictures.
The bunkbeds in the spare room, were so wobbly and missing screws that no one could sleep on it.
When I reached out to Vacasa they offered to relocate us, unfortunately they did not have anything in the area. They then offered to refund my money and we could find somewhere else. Again, unfortunately there was nothing in the area for a reasonable price (it would take 3-5 business days to get a refund) and we had tickets to the Polar Express. They offered to send someone up on friday to address our issues and no one ever came nor called. Our trip was through Sunday, and we decided to leave on Saturday, after trying to tough it out. The only thing positive about this trip was the views! We definitely will not book this cabin in the future.
Loved the view the cabin was clean and had everything we needed. The drive from the gate to the cabin was a bit crazy and the parking area was not meant for trucks. Very tight fit.
Shanen P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn K.
11 Jul 2025
Great views
The house has great views and was meticulously clean and neat. The roads are twisty one lane hairpin turn roads but that’s just the way it is in the mountains. It was entirely manageable in an SUV and worth the drive for the view and house.
I suggest that blinds or cuVrtains be placed on the french doors. When the sun is going down it is difficult to watch TTVTVTVTvwatchbthe TV on t
Bruce C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sara C.
23 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
No oven , and no cable. Back door handle broke off in your hand. No wifi or reseption
The home it's self was perfect. But with no wifi, or cell reseption it was hard to reach anyone about the issues in the home. When we did get through, although the 3different peaple I spoke to on 3different days about the same issues were very polite and understanding. No one ever came to fix the issues.
My family and I had a great time staying at the cabin. Everything was as described and we were very comfortable in the house. Warning to all who stay here that, also as described, there is a 1 lane VERY steep road that leads you to the cabin. The only problem with this is that if there is a person going up the mountain and someone going down at the same time that means someone will have to go in reverse on the extremely steep road on the side of a cliff with a drop off. We were not use to this so it was extremely scary for us. Other very small issues was that there were cobwebs and spider webs everywhere with living spiders. We know and understand this is in the woods on a mountain, but it does need a good cleaning with a long duster or broom. There were multiple clocks in the house, but most of them do not work. The door locks to the back deck did not work after multiple attempts to secure the 2nd floor. Again, these are very small problems and did not effect our stay very much. Overall, we had a great time and felt extremely comfortable on our stay at the cabin. Very close to Cherokee SC.
Jeremy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
albert a.
7 Dec 2022
Excellent view
Very nice cabin has a lot of stairs for older people. If you’re gonna make breakfast and want toast you have to bring your own toaster. Had a real good time sitting on the second floor deck watching the hummingbirds.
Great place great area (poor management means you need to bring your own stuff)
The cabin is great and your adventure will start at the driveway!
No WiFi
Vacasa manages the property and they won’t answer the phone on the weekend - if you arrive on Saturday you’ll need to do your best to see what supplier you need we got 1 roll of toilet paper /bath no soap for shower 2 kitchen garbage bags no sponges and no broom.
They knew for 3 months that there would be six of us staying for a week. It was never stated in the advertisement for the house.
“They said it’s not their policy to stock the house”
They did deliver a broom on Tuesday.
So buy your own supplies ahead of time and you’ll be fine.
Bring binoculars to see the elk grazing in the distant pastures.
Very comfortable and great layout for big groups. View is amazing. Centrally-located and easy to access relative similar homes in the area. This is a great find.
This mountain home was very nice and clean. The view from the balcony was spectacular!!
Rebecca L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elisa D.
2 Jan 2022
Mountain Getaway
If you are looking for a true mountain getaway then this is your cabin! Great layout with a wet bar on the first floor and kitchen and bedrooms upstairs. The views are amazing. The cabin is beautiful with nice mountain touches. Fireplaces and bbq grill worked great!! We would be delighted to come back. Thanks!
Elisa D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Frank K.
2 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Over rated
The place looks good and in a good location, it's amenities listed a gas grill, fire pit, fireplace and direct TV, when you travel from out of state you at the amenities and understand you pay a cost for them, the list of 4 important things didn't work and we spoke to several people, 2 phone calls, 5 emails and several text messages and after all of my efforts not a single person showed up to fix anything. We paid up front and got shafted I would not recommend this management team to anyone. We also took very good photos of all the items and the awful none working conditions they were in.