Title: Sky Bear Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk Entire home # Sky Bear Lodge Holiday home with kitchen, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761293/9775e4b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761293/0bdaa047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761293/91c3c7fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761293/f0bbac63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Stovetop, eco-friendly cleaning products](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761293/1257531d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a private 40+ acre retreat near the National Park, Sky Bear Lodge offers a serene escape. Take in the mountain views from its elevated position, and unwind in rustic cedar interiors with stone fireplace. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 154500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sky Bear Lodge Sky Bear Lodge at 3 Little Bears Retreat Disconnect & Reconnect to nature & your group in this elegant, authentic and historic luxury lodge on 3 Little Bears Retreat with views of the Smoky Mountains and the nature amenities of our resort adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. • Soaking bathtub • Outdoor Swings • Hot tub • Onsite Manager • Game Room • Trails & Creek • SOLO firepit • NEW! SOLO Gas Pizza Oven • Massage Chair • Paved Drive & Parking for motorcycles, luxury cars & trailers • No Cleaning Fees! • 3% fee for the Mountains contribution (see below) Add to your wishlist by clicking the "Heart" in the upper-right corner. The Retreat Welcome to Three Little Bears Retreat, THE only place to disconnect to reconnect, relax and experience great adventures with your family and friends! You’ll feel like a new person the moment you arrive at this view! Come retreat, renew, and refresh at our regenerative nature resort. Social Follow us on social @3littlebearsretreat 5 Cabins to Choose From Copy these links to view our other cabins. 3 Little Bears Cabin https://t.vrbo.io/WdTfO19xeTb AirBear Airstream Treehouse: https://t.vrbo.io/Y438LhmyeTb Poppa Bear Cozy Cabin: https://t.vrbo.io/Fnl26uLyeTb Smoky Bear Lodge: https://t.vrbo.io/rjKycLXyeTb Nuwati Hall & Spa - weddings, retreats, reunions, groups and spa services inquire for more information. Location This cabin is located 5 minutes away from a variety of breweries, restaurants, the train, downtown Bryson City, and 2 entrances to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, where you can hike, bike, fly fish, paddleboard and kayak to your heart's content. And only 3 hours from Atlanta, 3 hours 20 min from Charlotte, and 2 hours from Greenville, SC Cabin Elegant and authentic lodge created in the mid 1900’s as a wealthy businessman’s private escape is now yours to experience! Watch the eagles and ravens soar amongst the summits. Hear the many species of songbirds whistling while enjoying outdoor luxuries including hot tub, swings, cornhole, covered dining, and rocking chairs, breakfast bar with a breath-taking view that is hard to imagine until standing there in awe. Refresh yourself indoors with luxury memory foam king beds, cathedral rough hewn wood ceilings, expansive A-frame windows, natural local stone gas fireplace , and a fully-equipped chef’s kitchen. See your night’s end with a cozy blanket and fire watching a movie with our streaming wifi or commune with friends over smores and a fire. Nature Experience nature in a setting that immerses you in the culture and history of the area, the sustainable and regenerative efforts to nourish the environment by the Retreat, along with all the luxuries of the modern world. This luxury alpine lodge is the pinnacle of a mountain vacation where it is secluded and adjacent to the National Park; has its own trails, creeks, and ponds; provides the concierge level services of a resort; and is only minutes from wineries, whitewater rafting, hiking trails, waterfalls, the railroad and downtown Bryson City (the adventure capital of the Smokies!). Sustainability & Regeneration The Retreat is also on a constant quest towards not just sustainability, but regeneration of nature. We work with wildlife rehabilitators to heal and release injured wildlife, are actively working on healing our Hemlock trees from the adelgids that are killing them, have implemented our own recycling pickup and transfer program, and also look towards adaptive reuse and consistent modifications in the properties towards better energy efficiency and use of materials. The Retreat wants to be the great national park lodge model for the next generation and is constantly marching towards the Cherokee tradition of ᎣᏍᏓ (Osda) ᎤᏃᏴᏫ (Unolvtanv) "Sacred harmony with all living things" through our own motto of “Beyond Just Right, Be Livin’ Right.” Your “3% for the Mountains” resort fee goes directly to these ongoing efforts, and we appreciate you being a part of our path forward! Privacy Every cabin on the Retreat is designed to have incredible privacy. This lodge is at the end of a 1/4mile driveway through the Retreat and sits perched at the top of the Retreat with nothing within several hundred feet of the lodge. Other things to note Updates Winter of 2025, we took on accomplishing the recommendations of our guests and ways to improve our guest experience, which included hiring an onsite guest experience manager, adding in-cabin spa services, new SOLO fire pits and pizza ovens, a greatly expanded common area with the Nuwati trail extending from our activities pavilion closer to the top down to Lands Creek at the bottom giving access to waterfalls, hammocks, a hideaway playground, a stream fed oasis pond and more to come. We also added an event/meeting space/wedding venue, which will open up in Summer 25 for weddings, group retreats, family reunions, and other experiences that we do in common for our guests at the Retreat. Local Recommendations Walk around Bryson City. A Hallmark style town that has been featured in several movies and is a quintessential mountain basecamp town. 5-minute drive. Lots of shops and restaurants. • Our favorite winery is Deep Creek. 15-minute drive with great views. • Our favorite hangout is Bryson City Outdoors where tourists and experienced hikers gather to buy new gear and share their experiences of the day. • Our favorite restaurant is Bryson City Brewery. It has a great farm to table menu, excellent beer selection, live entertainment, and a huge yard for kids to play and be free. • Our favorite Summer hike is Deep Creek Waterfall Loop Trail. 5-minute drive. 2 mile hike with 3 epic waterfalls! If you have little ones or dont want to struggle, skip Juney Whank and all ages can do the hike to see Tom Branch Falls and Indian Creek in an out and back walk along the famous Deep Creek (stay for tubing too)! • Our favorite Winter hike is Nolands Creek Trail through the National Park entrance by the Retreat. The hike is beautiful down to Fontana Lake crossing several bridges and the water drop in the lake in the winter extends the hike into a lakebed valley that is beautiful with big cascades. We have many more local recommendations for eateries and activities. Message us to get a link to our guidebook for the area. House Rules 1) No pets 2) No smoking inside the cabin. No butts, cigars or other in firepits. Dispose in bagged trash. 3) Check-in after 4:00 PM (unless you have arranged for an early check-in of 2pm) 4) Checkout before 11:00 AM (unless you have arranged for a late checkout of 1pm) 5) No parties or events Pricing Nightly rates vary based on specific dates. Weekends are priced higher. Two Night Stays Two Night Stays are made available during the week and between booking gaps on request, please inquire. Otherwise, a three-night minimum is required. Early Check-in + Late Checkout We offer both early check-in (2 pm) and late checkout (1 pm) add-ons for $50. The amount is limited, though, depending on the date. Please message us to add it to your reservation. Security Camera There is one security camera at the property's entrance gate facing toward the main road. Liability Waiver After booking, you will be asked to complete a Release of Liability Waiver. The waiver is a standard step we ask all guests to take, and it helps us continue offering unique stays in a natural setting. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Hob - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Cooking classes - Table tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 4,500 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76656800/76656799/836978e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain View Cabin | Hot Tub & Coffee Bar Whittier - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 55 reviews £647 includes taxes & fees 22 Oct - 23 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=76656799&PinnedHotelID=76656799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37879300/37879289/aa750cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Customer Appreciation Year!! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 458435 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.45335%2C-83.47206&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WS3uzx0lPBGf5XUKJCyxBrKp9X0=) Swain County, NC #### What's nearby - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Nantahala Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 17.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive - ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sky Bear Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sky Bear Lodge? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sky Bear Lodge? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sky Bear Lodge located? > Situated in Bryson City, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians. Nantahala Brewing Company and The Cottage Craftsman are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sky Bear Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Summer Vacation House Fun, comfortable house with great views and excellent service & communication from the owners. This house is an awesome base for exploring the area around Bryson City or for just hanging out. Very roomy with more beds than our family of 5 could fill and an amazing wrap around porch with unbeatable views. We spent most days hiking or rafting and then spent the evenings relaxing on the porch and participating in epic pool tournaments. Rooms and beds were very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped for those nights that we cooked instead of going out. The house is an easy 5 to 10 minute drive to Bryson City and a short drive from multiple hiking sites. It’s about 25 minutes to the Nantahala Outdoor center and the activities they have as well. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kellie E. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful getaway with friends and family We booked Sky Bear Lodge in February for Mid October. Our group included people driving from TX, CO and MN. Sky Bear Lodge was our hub for the week and is a beautiful property with absolutely stunning views. We hauled motorcycles up to do some riding in the beautiful Smoky Mountains and the tail of the dragon. The driveway is a little tight with some pretty tight corners, but we were able to get three trailers up and riding back and forth was a little slick in spots because of the dew and leaves, but doable. We reached out to Matthew for a couple of questions and he was very responsive. Hight recommend this property! ##### Kellie E. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 23 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Wedding Venue Our son and his (now) wife wanted a spot overlooking the mountains. It needed to be intimate, a place we could have shifts of guests, places we could separate, share a meal, and if needed have a view from large windows in case of rain. Sky bear covered that completely. Though is was supposed to rain all day, the sun was out and beautiful. The deck made the perfect place for a trellis, wedding party and aisle way for the bride to make her entrance. Because of all the different entrances from the deck, we could make it a perfect day with many memories. The groomsmen and bridesmaids each could have their space, and the few guests theirs. We had porkchops on the grill and plenty of plates and utensils for a sit down dinner. We had no problem with parking, and the grocery was just 10 minutes away for all the trips for forgotten items. The prewedding festivities had a quaint town within minutes with many options. Perfect ##### Michael M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheryar W. 17 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Last days of summer The place was as the listing shows. Family was very happy with the place, the view and all the things. The gameroom was especially enjoyable. Had everything we were looking to keep us busy. Location close enough to the park and other sights within a short drive. ##### Sheryar W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sallie P. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Beautiful cabin and great host! ##### Sallie P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marnie P. 19 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious, comfortable, and gorgeous views! Our visit with 6 adults and 3 children was absolutely fantastic. The game room is such a fun bonus as is the hot tub. The view is absolutely unbelievable-- we almost didn't want to leave the house for our day adventures! Matt is a wonderfully responsive host as well. ##### Marnie P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022