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Brother Bear Hollow

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a railing, overlooking a forested area.
A two-story cabin with a balcony, a covered deck, and a swimming pool.
A lake with a dock and benches, surrounded by trees and hills.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a leather sofa with cushions, a coffee table, and a rustic rug.
A wooden cabin interior with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Brother Bear Hollow

Summary:

Dog-friend mtn home near pond with fireplace, decks, & firepit



The Space:

Find nothing but peace, quiet, and comfort at this lovely mountain-top cabin in the woods! This exquisite home represents the best of mountain living. You are located on 1.84 acres of mountain land in Tobacco Branch Village. This lovely community offers a covered picnic shelter plus a fishing pond where you can cast your line and try your luck! Don't forget to check out the area and all the amazing fun to be had. Bryson City is 16 miles away and Cherokee is 24.6 miles away.



The NOC is right down the road for whitewater rafting, zip lining, bike and hiking trails, shopping, and dining. The famous Fontana Dam is a must-see and only within 18 miles away, with three boating ramps within minutes for access to the lake itself. You are also close with easy access to jump on the Blue Ridge Parkway with endless trails and waterfalls along the way. Enjoy the two large decks as you sip your morning coffee or evening cocktails while taking in the majestic mountains and nearby lake around you. Treat yourself to a soothing bath after a thrilling day exploring the area.



Or you might as well gather around the firepit for some storytelling with your group. Inside, the wood-burning fireplace in the living room will make sure to keep you all nice and toasty during your stay. Curl up near the fire and stream your favorite series on the smart TV. The kitchen will have everything you need to create your favorite meals, or sizzle up some deliciousness on the grill and dine alfresco.



Decide who is going to do the dishes by playing foosball matches. The basement is 504-square-foot and is a great place to unwind and play games. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5303650vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Almond

Located in Almond, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Bryson City Gem Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Stoney Hollow Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
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Map
Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 22 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 22 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 36 min drive - 52.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brother Bear Hollow pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brother Bear Hollow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brother Bear Hollow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brother Bear Hollow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brother Bear Hollow located?

This family-friendly Almond holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Swain County Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing scenery

The location was overall amazing, the stay was amazing, views were gorgeous very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Place had everything we needed. Views were great and the space was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend Stay

We had a great relaxing time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean,game room, swing on porch, nice parks and quait little towns near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great spot

No cell or WiFi service, other than that place is amazing
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Hi Doug, Thank you so much for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you found our home amazing! We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the lack of WiFi during your stay. Please rest assured that this issue has been brought to the attention of our local team for prompt review and resolution. We truly appreciate you choosing our home and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing views

The quiet atmosphere. Cozy and comfy. Felt at home. Very clean. Loved the porches.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quick weekend getaway

We had a quick weekend getaway at the cabin. Cabin was nice. I was surprised by the road to the cabin it was very steep and gravel but we'll maintained. The cabin was great my kids loved the air hockey and pool table. The view was amazing. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hideaway

Nice home but it feels sketchy driving up the road to get there. Take the 2nd access road it’s a bit easier.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Hello Julie, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the home itself, but we completely understand how the drive up the road could feel a bit unsettling. We appreciate your tip about taking the second access road—it’s helpful for future guests to know. Your comfort and safety are very important to us, and we’ll be sure to pass along your comments to our local team to see how we can improve the experience. Wishing you safe and smooth travels ahead
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous mountain cabin

The cabin was very spacious and clean. I love how things were labeled in the kitchen cabinets and drawers, it made things very accessible. The bedrooms were spacious and had plenty of closet space. The basement gameroom will keep the kids occupied. I would definitely recommend Brother Bear Hollow and we would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short but sweet stay!

We had a long weekend planned with just a two nights stay at this property. Two nights was NOT long enough! We could’ve stayed a week! This is such a beautiful home in a peaceful location! Loved drinking our coffee on the back deck overlooking the trees and mountains! Our son enjoyed fishing in the nearby neighborhood pond and playing in the game room in the evening. The only thing that would have made this trip more perfect is if we could’ve stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The cabin was laid out nicely. The neighborhood was peaceful. The only complaints I have is the hot tub was unusable due to the lid being broken and too heavy to lift due to water logging, the cleanliness was great on the surface but each bed had food and bottles under them and the kitchen trashcan had molded cookies and old food in it along with molded coffee grounds in the coffee pot. The large trashcan outside was half full of loose garbage from previous renters which made me nervous that I would be accused of leaving loose trash in the can. Despite that, I thought the cabin was lovely and added to my vacation experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just some cleaning issues

Found kids hair barrettes and 2 ducks in the jacuzzi so def was not cleaned out before our stay. Yellow stains on the single queen bed. Everything else was amazing! The location the set up the kitchen and etc had everything we needed to stay for the weekend and didnt need to pack alot to stay comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Peaceful hideaway

Greatly secluded home in a very remote of the grid location. I do not recommend driving in at night for the first time. You will get lost. The home itself, beautiful inside and out. Love the cabin feel and the fireplace. I will come back again. They do need to upgrade the WiFi and put televisions in the bedrooms. Basement had a foosball table and pool table but TV would not work correctly to watch it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Larry! We're thrilled to hear you loved the beautiful cabin feel and enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the WiFi and televisions, and we will certainly look into these improvements. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fun game basement

Fun game basement for all ages. Cabin is old but very clean. No dishwasher so bring paper plates or extra dish soap if staying more than two days. Hot tub not working first day. Vacasa quick to respond and working the next day. Beautiful mountain view. Very hard bunk beds to sleep on. The theramstats are Eco and very difficult to regulate. Never did figure them out. The management Vacasa was great. On the rental of cabin you pay a fee to them and VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always rent a house for Memorial Day weekend and this house was extremely nice. They provided lots of options to cook with plus even had kids plates and bowls and silverware. Which is a huge plus for us as we have a child.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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