Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
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Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba!
Location, Location, Location!! Near downtown Gatlinburg!
Cozy, two bd/two ba log cabin, jetted indoor tub and cathedral ceiling! Views of the woods all around!
Don't delay booking your vacation! Sorry...ABSOLUTELY NO last minute reservations and rates are NOT negotiable! (Note: Payment must be received two weeks before your arrival date.)
From hiking trails to the Glades Arts and Crafts Community to downtown Gatlinburg to the ONLY grocery store in Gatlinburg to Roaring Fork Motor Trail to Dollywood to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park--this cabin is in the PERFECT location.
Great hiking out of Greenbriar just six miles east (away from the downtown traffic); the Glades is less than three miles (again east); downtown Gatlinburg is just over one mile away (west); Food Lion--the only grocery store in Gatlinburg--is about two miles east; Roaring Fork Motor Trail is within walking distance; Dollywood Family Theme Park is 8.5 miles north; and if you want to reach the MAIN entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park it is just 2.5 miles west/southwest.
Bear Forest is our second home--and not surprisingly--has a bear theme inside decor...including original watercolor paintings and photos of bears by local artists. And, the cabin gets its name by the fact that bears appear around the cabin frequently. Not dangerous--just treat them with respect--watch from a distance, admire and enjoy!
Directions in a Nutshell:
Light #3 Gatlinburg: Turn onto E. Parkway/Highway 321/TN 73; Roaring Fork Motor Trail (Light #1A): Turn right onto; Loop Road: Turn right onto; Hilltop Road: Straight (Loop veers right); Foothills Drive: Straight (Hilltop veers left); Abrams Falls Way: Go PAST the 'Abrams Falls' Street sign (bearing left) and then at the end of Foothills bear right onto Abrams Falls Way; Bear Forest: Third cabin on the left on Abrams Falls Way. Note: Abrams Falls Way is a loop, so it can be accessed two ways off of Foothills Drive. We are suggesting the SECOND right off of Foothills onto Abrams Falls.
Keywords: Log Cabin, Bargain, Cozy, 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, Retreat, Hiker paradise, Private, Great Karma, Wildlife all around you.
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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
About the area
Gatlinburg
Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and near a water park. Island at Pigeon Forge and Old Mill are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Little Pigeon River. Check out an event or a game at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, and consider making time for Anakeesta, a top attraction not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Traffic Light #5 - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Tennessee Cider Company - 4 min drive
Pancake Pantry - 4 min drive
Ole Red - 3 min drive
Subway - 4 min drive
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba!?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba! on 24 August 2026 start from NZ$457, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Cabin -- Bear Forest! 2bd/2ba! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Roaring Fork, Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was a nice cabin and close to town and easy to access to the parks and outdoor parks. The driveway was a bit challenging as new gravel had been added and not packed down.Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a nice place to stay with a beautiful view of the Smokies. The host was very helpful and easy to get in touch with.
Eric H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you for being our guest. And, thank you for being understanding about the driveway. A wet spring behind the cabin washes out the driveway frequently, so we have "fresh" gravel frequently.
Larry
the cabin was comfortable and nice. it was close to town but also away enough that you could stay out of the main traffic areas if you wanted to. we would stay here again.
The Bear Forest Cabin has a really nice location for a getaway. It provides views of the mountains over the rooftops of the houses across the street and is quiet. While there, we were able to see bears twice. One of those times, they attempted to get into my vehicle, so make sure you lock up and leave no food in your vehicle. You should also be aware that parking will not be as shown in the photo, but at the bottom of the drive.
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2026
Thank you for being our guest. I am sorry your visit did not meet your expectations.
Really cozy Cabin up in the montains next to other cabins but surrounded by vegetation. The cabin is true to its name. We had a bear visit the cabin with her cubs. The bear came up the porch and tried to open the door. We enjoyed the stay here and its close proximity to Gatlingburg. Cabin was well maintained and beds were really cozy.
This was our second stay at the cabin and it was clean and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay very much. It was nice to be in close proximity to everything we wanted to do. Highly recommend staying here.
Miranda G.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
So glad you came back for a second visit. Hope to hear from you again soon.
Larry Strout
The cabin was as advertised - very clean and comfortable, in a quiet neighborhood but close to amenities. Communication with the host was excellent, check in and check out super easy. And we saw a bear!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thank you so much for being our guest. Hope to see you again soon.
Larry
The cabin is exactly as described. I went to Gatlinburg to hike and the cabin was so comfortable and the jacuzzi tub was heaven after hiking all day. It is also close enough to town to have food delivered which was nice.
Christina J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Thank you for being our guest. Please come back anytime!
Larry
Thank you. We enjoyed our very short trip so very much. I sure hope we can come back and stay no less than 5 days and go at peaceful slow pace. We had to cram so much in so little time. Your cabin worked perfectly.
Doris P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2025
Thank you so much for being our guest. I hope you do come back soon!
Larry
Everything was exactly like shown in pictures & communication was excellent!
Diana B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Thank you for being our guest.
About the host
Hosted by Larry Strout
We (Larry Strout and Penny Rodrique) acquired Bear Forest in June of 2009. Larry is a university professor and Penny is a retired robotics instructor at a middle school.
We, and our daughter, Nicole, started visiting the Smokies in 1995 and returned frequently mainly to HIKE! We love hiking! We've been to the summit of Mount LeConte more times than you can count!
Bear Forest is really a summer getaway location and a Christmas/New Year's retreat (and soon to be summer retirement home) that we have now decided to share with you.
There are two comments people make after staying at our cabin--'We could live there!' and 'We didn't want to leave!'
Why they chose this property
Perfect spot for our needs. Hiking, arts and crafts, downtown Gatlinburg, and the grocery store are all close (along with great hiking trails) and the cabin brings us peace and quiet.
What makes this property unique
Look out the window at dawn or at dusk and you might see bears, deer, wild turkeys, or other wildlife.
Languages:
English
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