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NEW to Vrbo but Not to Hosting - Fireplaces, Trail Access, & Stocked Kitchen
Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Cashiers, NC
- Place, Lake Glenville7 min walk
- Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Place, Old Edwards Club11 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
NEW to Vrbo but Not to Hosting - Fireplaces, Trail Access, & Stocked Kitchen
We're new to Vrbo but have over a year of hosting experience with 45+ 5 star reviews on other platforms. Join us in experiencing winter at Blue Bear Cottage - where peacefulness meets adventure! Wake to crisp mountain mornings, sip coffee by the fire, or hike to a nearby waterfall. Minutes from Cashiers, Lake Glenville, Highlands, & Sapphire —your basecamp for snow tubing & skiing (opens Dec 13), ice skating, holiday lights, Christmas tree farms, winter hikes & delicious local dining. End your day fireside or cheering on your favorite team in comfort at Blue Bear Cottage!
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
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)
** Check out our Travel Guide for local recommendations! Located in our host profile.
DIRECTIONS: All major map platforms lead you straight to our front door
We look forward to welcoming you to Blue Bear Cottage!
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
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)
** Check out our Travel Guide for local recommendations! Located in our host profile.
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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Events
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Pets
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Smoking
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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.
Important information
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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
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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
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This property does not have any lifts
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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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
- The Local - 12 min drive
- Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 15 min drive
- Whiteside Brewing Company - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Palmer Thorne
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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