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Blue Bear Cottage
Beautiful, expansive back porch with a dining area, grill, & fireside seating
Outdoor dining
Ninja drip hot & cold coffee maker
Large front porch with rockers & a front porch swing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cashiers, NC
  • Place, Lake Glenville
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom - Rhododendron Room

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom - Trout Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access

Experience Spring & Summer in full bloom at Blue Bear Cottage:

- 2 large stone wood-burning fireplaces (firewood provided)
- Fully stocked kitchen, drip coffee & grill for all your cooking needs
- Expansive porches with outdoor dining, porch swing, & stone fireplace
- Countless trails, waterfalls, & mountain range views (0-30 min)
- Boating, swimming, & fishing on Lake Glenville (12 min to Marina)
- Explore the beautiful towns of Cashiers & Highlands (8-20 min)

Nestled at 3,677' in the Appalachian Rainforest, this serene mountain retreat offers trail access to Mule Kickin' Falls and Lake Glenville - the highest lake east of the Mississippi. Unwind by the indoor or outdoor fireplaces, sip coffee on the front porch swing, or explore the lush mountain trails. This 3BR/2BA cottage features a luxurious covered back porch, fully stocked kitchen, spacious living area with a 65" smart TV, and plush tempur-pedic-style beds - ensuring relaxation and tranquility during your stay!

The space:

3 bedroom | 2 full bathroom (sleeps up to 6 people comfortably)

Master bedroom: Queen Bed, full bathroom, & walk-in closet

Guest Bedroom #1: Queen Bed, closet, & shared, full guest bathroom

Guest Bedroom #2: Queen Bed, closet, & shared, full guest bathroom

Amenities:

OUTDOOR:
- Expansive, covered back porch & entertainment area
- Outdoor fireplace (*firewood provided)
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor lounge area
- Recteq Grill
- Ring toss game
- Hiking trail access from back porch
- Large, covered front porch
- Front porch swing
- 2 front porch rocking chairs
- Electronic, keyless door entry

KITCHEN:
- Fully stocked kitchen: hot & iced coffee maker, crock pot, fridge, microwave, blender, cookware, bakeware, glassware, dishware, griddle, knife block, bamboo charcuterie tray, fully stocked spice rack, placemats, & dishwasher
- Bumbo booster seat provided, if needed (6 months - 3 years)

LIVING ROOM
- Comfortable, sprawling L couch
- Indoor Fireplace (*firewood provided)
- 65" Smart TV
- Board & card games, frisbee, & balls
- Books, local magazines, local maps, & guides for the area

BATHROOMS:
- Hairdryer provided per bathroom
- Basic bathroom toiletries provided: shampoo, conditioner, soap, body wash, & lotion
- Towels provided
- Shower/tub in both bathrooms

BEDROOMS:
- Luxurious tempur-pedic style beds + gel cooling pillows in the master bedroom
- Closets & dressers in each bedroom
- Linens provided
- Clothes hangers in all closets
- Baby Bjorn travel crib & 2 sheets provided, if needed.
- Sound machine
- Overhead fan & an oscillating fan per each bedroom

WHOLE HOUSE:
- Brand New (July 2025) Central A/C & heat
- Free 300mbps Wifi
- Washer and dryer
- Oscillating space heater
- Monitor provided for those looking to get some work done

PARKING:
-Free parking for up to 3 cars

Explore the Area:

Hiking | Boating | Golfing | Fishing | Shopping | Dining | Local Events

- Located in the beautiful community of Trillium Golf & Lake Club
- Downtown Cashiers, NC (9 minutes)
- Lake Glenville (walking distance or 10 minutes to Signal Ridge Marina)
- Downtown Highlands, NC (22 minutes)
- Whiteside Mountain Trail (15 minutes)
- High Hampton Golf & Resort (13 minutes)
- Sapphire, NC (15 minutes)
- Sapphire Valley Ski Resort (16 minutes)
- High Falls Trail (17 minutes)
- Whitewater Falls (30 minutes)
- Gorges State Park (27 minutes)
- Lonesome Valley (15 minutes)
- Chimney Pond Farm (15 minutes)
- Dry Falls (25 minutes)
- Cashiers Sliding Rock (20 minutes)

** Ask about our Travel Guide and local recommendations!

DIRECTIONS: All major map platforms lead you straight to our front door

We look forward to welcoming you to Blue Bear Cottage!

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave beds unmade
Bag all trash & leave it in the laundry room area
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All trash must be brought inside & kept inside due to animal life in the area
PARKING: Maximum of 3 cars allowed per stay (1 directly in front of home, 2 near the grassy space by the dog waste bin, 3 in "guest parking")

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

About the area

Cashiers

Located in Cashiers, this cottage is next to a golf course and on a lake. Signal Ridge Marina and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Cashiers, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Glenville - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 31 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 36 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Lake Keowee - 43 min drive - 51.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Fix - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access?

As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$480, 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 Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Minutes to Town, Lake, & Hiking + 2 Fireplaces & Trail Access located?

This family-friendly Cashiers cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Glenville. Cashiers Farmers Market and Chattooga River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Palmer Thorne

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We are from Atlanta, GA but we are grateful to call Cashiers, NC is our home away from home! We fell in love with the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau 10 years ago and have since created many wonderful memories there. We enjoy hiking, boating on Lake Glenville, dining, and shopping with family and friends. We decided to make Cashiers, NC a more permanent home and thus Blue Bear Cottage was established in August 2024. We are excited to be hosts and we look forward to providing guests with an experience to remember!

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