Welcome to Bears in the Mist! Nestled in the woods and surrounded by mountain ambiance, our classic 1BD+Loft log cabin (sleeps 6!) combines mountain charm and entertainment into one! Enjoy the tranquility of mountain life, while being centrally located to all the action-packed entertainment and action of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. This cozy lodge has it all! ★Bubbling Outdoor Hot Tub ★Loft Bedroom and Gaming Area ★Modern Kitchen ★Outdoor Decks and Lounge Areas ★Fireplace ★Wifi ★BBQ Grills
Escape to the beauty of the Smoky Mountains and enjoy modern amenities, while being just a short drive from all the restaurants, shopping and entertainment of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Our floorplan is ideal for both families or couples alike and is the perfect get-a-way. So, pack your bags – because the mountains are calling!!
✔ King-sized Bedroom + Spacious Loft ✔ Outdoor Hot Tub Surrounded by Nature ✔ Modern, Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ Fireplace ✔ BBQ Grill ✔ Open Living and Dining Areas ✔ Close to both Pigeon Forge and Downtown Gatlinburg and close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, horseback riding, shopping, restaurants, museums, downtown Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Ole Smoky Moonshine, Pigeon Forge, The Island, the Comedy Barn, Dollywood, and more.
★ INDOOR LIVING ★ Fully furnished log cabin retreat with mountain décor and tons of amenities; Spacious living area with fireplace, comfy couches and flat screen TV; Open floor plan with living and dining on the same level; Separate game room upstairs with vaulted ceilings; Modern and fully equipped kitchen; Wifi
★SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★ ✔ Bedroom #1 (Main Level): Adorable rustic bedroom with California King bed and flat-screen TV; Access to hall bath with shower/bath combo ✔ Bedroom #2 (Loft - Upper Level): Spacious loft, hosting two Queen-sized beds and a half-bath; TV corner!
★KITCHEN★ Fully equipped modern kitchen with granite countertops; full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, microwave, and other kitchen appliances perfect for making breakfast, lunch or dinner throughout your stay! All pots, pans, glasses, plates, silverware, etc. are also there for you. There is a lovely dining room located right off the kitchen, surrounded by windows to take in the mountain ambiance and views.
★ENTERTAINMENT★ “Bears in the Mist” is the perfect place to both relax and play! Enjoy a quiet night in the spacious living room while the fireplace roars in the distance as you and your loved ones catch the big game on the flat screen TV. Step upstairs into the loft to relax in front of the TV. Surrounded by natural entertainment, step outside, kick back in a rocking chair and take in the gorgeous views while you sip your morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine. And you and the kiddos (and adults alike!) will love relaxing in the bubbling hot tub while taking in that fresh Smoky Mountain air! Relaxation awaits you!
★ GENERAL★ Complimentary starter toiletries, linens/towels, free WiFi, air conditioning & central heat, full sized washer and dryer, fireplace, BBQ grill
Bears are indigenous to the area and are often seen near or on our properties. Please do not leave food or trash outside.
Kitchen and Outdoor Cooking: The kitchen is stocked with dishes and cookware. We provide a standard coffee maker or a Keurig, so please bring along your preferred grounds or pods.
Regarding the Grill: While we often have a grill available for guest use, we cannot guarantee its availability or condition for every stay. If it is on-site, please note that propane/charcoal is the guest's responsibility. There may be some left over from previous guests, or you can pick some up at a local shop.
★PARKING★ Free parking for up to 2-3 vehicles.
★COUPONS AND DISCOUNTS★ Shortly before you arrive I'll send you a coupon book with dozens and dozens of discounts for all of the top attractions in the area. This includes the best dinner shows, pancake restaurants, adventure parks, museums and even an exotic animal park. If you want inspiration for your vacation activities, this will definitely give you enough for your visit!
★COOL THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA★ Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville are the three main cities that comprise the area. Everything is spread out a bit and there are amazing things to keep you busy... - World class hiking trails of all types and skill levels - Dollywood theme park (of course!) - Putt putt, go karts and pancake restaurants on every corner - Amazing dinner shows to entertain kids of all ages - Museums of all types: classic cars, Alcatraz, Titanic and several children's museums - Restaurants of all types... Always come hungry because serving sizes are HUGE!
Here are some of the popular spots nearby:
- Ripley's Old MacDonalds Farm Mini-Golf - 9.9 mi - The Island in Pigeon Forge - 7.7 mi - Dollywood- 7.9 mi - Titanic Museum - 9.1 mi - Wonderworks - 9.2 mi - Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster - 9.3 mi - Convention Center- 14.8
OUTDOOR RECREATION - Gatlinburg Golf Course - 6.5 mi - Aerial Adventure Park - 11.5 mi - Ober Gatlinburg - 8.1 mi - Mt. Le Conte - 17.6 mi - Clingmans Dome -10.0 mi - Cades Cove -35 mi - Soaky Mountain Water Park - 15.0 mi - Douglas Lake - 39.9 mi
SHOPPING ; DINING - Dolly Partons Stampede - 5.5 min - The Old Mill Restaurant -6.3 mi - Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall -7.2 mi - Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe - 7.5 - Tanger Outlets Sevierville -10.0 mi - Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant - 9.9 mi
Childrens DinnerwareHigh ChairPack & Play Travel CribBathtubGame ConsoleBaby Safety GatesCrib
Kitchen
Standard Coffee MakerCooking BasicsDishes and SilverwareMicrowaveRefrigeratorToasterStoveDishes & utensils for kidsDining tableBaking SheetBlenderwine glassesDishwasherOven
Attractions
Health Beauty SpaMuseumsTheme ParksWinery ToursZoo
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Home Safety
Fire ExtinguisherSmoke DetectorCarbon Monoxide Detector
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"We had a great time at the cabin, it was plenty of room for all of us!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad Bears in the Mist had plenty of room for your group and that you had a great time. We’d love to host you again.
Stayed July 2026
5/5
"Clean, comfortable, relaxing and wonderful! We loved it! Thank you so much!"
Stayed June 2026
5/5
"Great place, close to everything, saw some bears. Would stay again."
Stayed June 2026
5/5
"The cabin was very cozy. Our kids loved it. They had their own little nook up top with two beds and a bathroom and a little arcade game. Perfect distance between pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. I recommend you park at the top as it is a pretty steep angle on the driveway. But the street is a one-way street so don’t feel like you are blocking traffic if you have half of your car on the road and there’s no traffic coming through all the time since it’s a one way loop for just a few cabins. We love the cabinet itself. It was clean and very rustic and cozy and had plenty of hot water for a family of four, which is a big deal to us. We did not have great cell service at the cabin, but the Wi-Fi worked great never skipped a beat. The beds and couch were very comfy. We will be back!"
Stayed May 2026
5/5
"We enjoyed the property it was well worth the money."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you had a wonderful stay and found great value with us. Your positive feedback truly means a lot to our team. We'd love to welcome you back anytime—please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything for your next visit. Safe travels!
Stayed April 2026
5/5
"Everything was as described, the only thing off was the arcade was inoperable when we arrived but during our stay the host had the power cord replaced. My children were very appreciative. Wildlife was plenty! 5 minutes into our stay there was literally a bear on our front porch. And on day 3 one sauntered on the deck next to the hot tub. Take precautions regarding food and I wouldn’t leave children unattended outside for that reason."
Stayed January 2026
5/5
"Loved the hot tub and building a fire in the fireplace."
Stayed December 2025
5/5
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Stayed November 2025
5/5
"The cabin was very nice and clean! Very beautiful inside and out! Would definitely stay again and would highly recommend. Close to both gatlinburg and pigeon forge and all the fun you could imagine to have."
Stayed June 2025
5/5
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Stayed April 2025
5/5
"So much fun! - This cabin is just adorable. It is nestled in a quiet area with a beautiful view. The cabin was well stocked with your every day household items to make our trip that much more comfortable. Theooutdoor space"
Stayed March 2025
5/5
"Home away from Home - We really enjoyed our stay in this home. We enjoyed the arcade game and the hot tub, as well as the comfort this home provided. We will definitely consider staying here again."
Stayed March 2025
5/5
"Spring 2025 trip - Being from Iowa wasnt sure what yo expect. Drive and scenery were gorgeous. Cabin was cozy and just enough for me and my family. Was a great stay."
Stayed February 2025
5/5
"Good stay - Happy with stay."
Stayed January 2025
5/5
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Stayed November 2024
5/5
"Great location. - Close to Pidgeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Pretty trees with fall colors."
Stayed November 2024
5/5
"***Fantastic*** - Amazing stay beautiful cabin even had a bear sighting. We enjoyed it."
Stayed November 2024
5/5
"Great getaway - We had a wonderful stay in our little secluded cabin up the mountain for a girls trip. Cabin was clean and had the necessities. The internet wasn’t working but thankfully we had good company to keep us entertained! Hot tub was nice and had a good view too."
Stayed October 2024
5/5
"Great stay - Wonderful location! Loved the hot tub"
Stayed October 2024
5/5
"Great vacation - Cute, cozy, everything we needed!"
Stayed October 2024
5/5
"Smoky Mountain getaway - We had a fantastic family trip to Gatlinburg. This cabin was cozy and had everything we needed. The hosts were very easy to work with. I’d definitely recommend this property!"
Stayed August 2024
5/5
"Nice getaway - Lots to do in the area and then a perfect escape to relax in the cabin!"
Stayed August 2024
5/5
"Great vacation - One of the best paced I’ve stayed. The host was great with communication and making sure we had the best experience possible"
Stayed August 2024
5/5
"Geeat location - My family and I stayed here for a week. Overall, it was a nice stay. The hot tub and washer and dryer were a nice extra touch. We spent a lot of time in the Smokies and this location was great for us. Only a 10-15 min drive."
Stayed July 2024
5/5
"First family vacation - Was a lovely place to have a little get away. Loved being able to sit on the porch with my youngest son that was 2 because it's screened in! The family loved that we were able to see a bear on the way up to a cabin!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thanks, Carissa for taking time to leave a review! How exciting to enjoy the wildlife with your little son! Glad you made some sweet memories at Bears in the Mist!
Stayed July 2024
5/5
"Wonderful stay - We really enjoyed our stay here! My 2 kids enjoyed the loft with the arcade games and having their own space. We saw a mama bear and her 2 cubs the first night when she came down to the porch which was awesome. Definitely will stay here again!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Andrea I'm so glad you and your kids enjoyed your stay! How cool that you got to see a mama bear and her cubs! That's definitely a memorable experience. You're always welcome back at Bears in the Mist.
Stayed July 2024
5/5
"Nice - Super nice up there,I would book this place again"
Stayed July 2024
5/5
"Mountain cabin - Everything about the stay was great! The host was very prompt and helpful in any response and check in was a breeze! Cabin was a great place to relax after exploring everything Gatlinburg has to offer."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Bears in the Mist and found the check-in process to be easy, April. It's always my goal to make sure my guests have a stress-free experience. I hope you had a chance to relax and unwind in the cabin after exploring Gatlinburg. You're welcome back anytime for another visit!
Stayed June 2024
5/5
"Great - Everything was just as it was in the pictures. We enjoyed an amazing stay and can't wait to come back again!"
Stayed June 2024
5/5
"Great Smoky Mountains Summer Vacation - Family vacation to the Smokies was amazing. Cabin was great for our family of 5. Location was perfect being 25 mins from both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Kids loved seeing the wildlife. (Lots of turkeys, chipmunks, and we had a bear visitor!) Justin was an awesome host and made sure we were well taken care of every step of the way. We will definitely be back!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hi Brian, Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing our cabin for your family vacation in the Smokies. I'm so happy to hear you all had an amazing time. The location was perfect for you, and it's great that the kids loved seeing the wildlife, especially the bears! We would love to welcome you and your family back again in the future. Thanks once more for being such wonderful guests. See you soon!
Stayed May 2024
5/5
"Bears - The property was very nicely nestled in the woods . We had a shelf break in the refrigerator and it was taken care of right away. Enjoyed seeing all the bear and had one sleeping 30 yards from the cabin. Enjoyed our stay and would recommend to a n yone."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hey Steve, thanks for the review! Glad you enjoyed your stay at Bears in the Mist and got to see some of our furry neighbors. It's always a treat to see bears in their natural habitat. Happy our team fixed the fridge shelf quickly for you. Thanks for recommending us, and we'd love to host you again in the future. Take care!
Stayed May 2024
5/5
"Great stay for a TN family vacation! - We loved this cabin tucked away in the woods. It was perfect for my family! The boys loved the video games. We loved sitting on the front porch. Everything we needed was there. The hot tub was a plus. We had a little trouble in the driveway backing in, but other than that everything else was fine. We had a mama bear and her cub come up onto the porch! I was amused that the mama bear pulled open the door to leave the porch the cub climbed up the tree in front of the hot tub which was fun to watch! We recommend going to Cades Cove for more bear sightings! We saw a total of 26 the day we went. We had a wonderful vacation!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hey Rachael! So glad you and your family had a great time at Bears in the Mist! It's awesome to hear the video games and hot tub were a hit. Seeing a mama bear and her cub on the porch sounds like an unforgettable experience! Thanks for the tip about Cades Cove too. You're welcome back anytime for another relaxing vacation in the woods! Take care!
Stayed May 2024
5/5
"Relaxing Get-A-Way - My husband and I had limited time and just needed a relaxing few days in the Smoky Mountains. This cabin was perfect!
Clean and cozy. Easy access to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg!
Our host was great with communication."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hi Kelly! Thanks for the review. Glad you both enjoyed your relaxing stay at Bears in the Mist. I aim to keep the cabin cozy and clean. The location is perfect for Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Happy to hear my communication was great. Thanks for choosing to stay with me, and hope to host you again in the future. Take care!
Stayed May 2024
5/5
"Great value - Host was very prompt when responding to questions and/or concerns. The cabin was clean and cozy. The bears can come a little close. Make sure you control the disposal of your left overs or you may end up with a visitor. Overall a great experience. We will definitely stay with this host again."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hey William! Thanks for choosing Bears in the Mist and leaving a review. I'm thrilled to hear you had a great experience during your stay. Keeping the cabin clean and cozy is my priority, and I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Stayed April 2024
5/5
"Cabin - Cabin was clean and cozy. It was perfect for our weekend away close to everything we wanted to see"
Stayed April 2024
5/5
"We had a great time! - Highlight of our trip was a momma bear and her 3 cubs venturing around the cabin! Overall, cabin was clean and had the basic necessities for cooking in. Hot tub was nice and clean. The driveway is steep and narrow but most are in the mountains from my experience. Our family had a great time here!"
Stayed March 2024
5/5
"Bear neighbors - Nice simple cabin for a smaller family. The bear theme is appropriate as we had a family of bears come visit on day and come up on the porch."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hey Randy! Thanks for staying at Bears in the Mist! Glad you and your family enjoyed the bear theme – it's always a hit. How cool you got to see some real bears during your stay! Hope they didn't cause any trouble on the porch. Thanks for choosing my property. Would love to have you and your family back for another stay in the future.
Stayed March 2024
5/5
"Cabin in the tree tops - Very clean, didn't spend much time here we were at basketball tournaments for my granddaughter. Sleeping was comfortable. The road to the cabin was steep and twisty especially at night coming back.very nice cabin."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you for your feedback, Sue! We're glad to hear that you found the cabin clean and comfortable for your stay. We understand that the mountain road can be challenging, especially at night. We appreciate your understanding and hope you had a pleasant time overall. If you decide to visit again, we'll do our best to ensure a smoother experience.
Stayed March 2024
5/5
"Smolinski family - Clean, easy access, beautiful place . We had a 5 day stay with 6 ppl . House was great for kids & even came with a high chair & pack n play for them to sleep if needed ."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Sounds like a fantastic stay for the whole family, Keri! Glad to hear the house was accommodating for your group and even had amenities for the little ones. If you ever need a place to stay again, just let me know!
