Title: Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761287/45141220.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761287/744bfafa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761287/b3f24404.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761287/w2400h1799x0y1-ff13de3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78761300/78761287/dcb2588f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on 40+ acres, Smoky Bear Lodge offers mountain views and creek sounds. Enjoy ample entertainment space with game rooms, a hot tub, and explore trails at the entry to the Nat'l Park. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 153000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town SmokyBearLodge at 3LittleBears Retreat Disconnect & Reconnect in this elegant, spacious, and luxurious lodge on 3 Little Bears Retreat with views of the Smoky Mountains and the amenities of our Retreat adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. • Hot tub • Onsite Manager • 2 Game Rooms! • 2 Living Rooms! • Trails & Creek • NEW! SOLO Smokeless Fire Pit and Gas Pizza Oven • Paved Drive & Parking for motorcycles, luxury cars & trailers • No Cleaning Fees! • 3% fee for the Mountains contribution (see below) Add to your wish-list by clicking the "Heart" in the upper-right corner. Welcome to Three Little Bears Retreat, THE only place to retreat, 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 55acre regenerative nature retreat. Social Follow us on social @3littlebearsretreat 5 Cabins to Choose From Copy these links to view our other Retreat 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 Sky Bear Lodge: https://t.vrbo.io/cF5P6qRyeTb 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, in downtown Bryson City. ONE Minute from the “Road to Nowhere” entrance of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. 10 Minutes from the “Deep Creek” Entrance to the National Park. 15 Minutes from Fontana Lake. 20 Minutes from either Nantahala or Cherokee. Limitless adventures abound where you can hike, bike, fly fish, raft, paddleboard and kayak to your heart's content. And only 1 hour from Asheville, 3 hours from Atlanta, 3 hours 20 min from Charlotte, and 2 hours from Greenville, SC Cabin Designed for comfort and adventure, this deceivingly large cabin features breathtaking scenic views, the sounds of Lands Creek, access to the Retreat's trails/streams/creek/and oasis pond, and a luxurious farmhouse styled interior. Designed for seamless entertaining and relaxation, the open-concept main floor boasts a spacious living and dining area, complemented by a king master suite and an additional king bedroom with a private bath. The converted garage-turned-game-room adds an extra layer of fun for families and groups on the main level. Downstairs, a vast living and game area provides plenty of additional space to unwind, featuring another king guest room and a large suite/bunk area with nine single beds and a full bath, making it ideal for large gatherings. Both floors extend onto private decks and balconies, where guests can savor scenic views and the soothing sounds of the creek. The hot tub, nestled on the lower level, offers a perfect spot to relax under the stars. With a thoughtfully designed layout, Smoky Bear Lodge ensures both comfort and accessibility, featuring a ramp and flat flooring throughout the main level. Whether enjoying the abundant common spaces, venturing onto the trails, or indulging in the peaceful natural surroundings, this lodge delivers an exceptional mountain getaway for families, friends, and adventure seekers alike. 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 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. While the drive for a few of our other cabins passes the front of this lodge, the lodge itself sits on a private knoll that extends out behind the lodge providing a very secluded and private oasis. This lodge also has the easiest access to our Nuwati Trail and common areas with a trail entrance off the driveway. 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 the Nuwati Hall & Spa, which will open up in Summer 25 for weddings, group retreats, family reunions, experiences and spa services that are offered to all of 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 “Road to Nowhere” 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) Pets- 1 dog allowed after approval with pet fee. Only crate trained dogs allowed. 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 unless in connection with Nuwati Hall Pricing Nightly rates vary based on specific dates. Weekends are priced higher. Two Night Stays Two-night stays are only allowed with last minute availability upon inquiry. 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 are two security cameras for the drive and one at the front entrance to the property 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 ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Cooking classes - Foosball table - 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: 3,000 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 458410 ## 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%7C35.45154%2C-83.47111&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9FIE_O39e7WyUhJ-YmaE0B_6-3U=) Bryson City, NC #### What's nearby - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Nantahala Brewing Company - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 23 min drive - 17.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive - ‪Nantahala Brewing Brewpub - ‬6 min drive - ‪La Poblana - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town located? > This family-friendly Bryson City cabin is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Smoky Bear Lodge, Relax in this spacious lodge with good views and close to town Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle F. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Our veteran group loved this location and everything about it. ##### Danielle F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### zach b. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bach trip Was awesome. Spent most of the time at casino but when we were at the house there were fun games to play and the host made sure property is in great shape. Will definitely stay again. ##### zach b. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Winn T., LaBelle, FL 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay with Family Our family had a great stay at Farm Bear Lodge. We loved the location and the amenities provided. The location was easy to get to and not far from town. ##### Winn T. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber C. 16 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great space! The house was huge and well laid out for our group. We also loved the proximity to downtown! ##### Amber C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### abe s. 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nantahala Adventure 4 Dads and 6 daughters stayed here to take on thr Nantahala... great houseand perfect for our group! ##### abe s. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lia 7 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place! This is my 2nd time staying at this place and both time where wonderful. The cabin is beautiful, clean and theres plenty to do. This is perfect for group trips with friend and families with children. My friends and I had a wonderful time. ##### Lia Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house with plenty of space and amenities. We really enjoyed this house. Great size and a lot of fun games inside the house. Everything was clean and updated. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reneé B. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious, Easy Access The home was exactly as described, with plenty of space to accommodate the varied ages of family members and included many entertainment options for all ages. The drive to the property was easy and convenient to town. We would visit this propery again. ##### Reneé B. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna S. 24 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay!! The home, amenities, location, view and owner were all super! We could not have been more please with our experience and stay. We plan to return we we can! ##### Donna S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Amber S. 2 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Spacious home, great location Overall no issues. Plenty of space for our large group. Only problem was in the listing, it advertised an additonal queen bed in one of the down stairs bed rooms, however it had been replaced by 2 twins. That was slightly disappointing since that extra queen was a big draw for us and meant one of the adults had to squeeze into a twin. Really just a simple listing correction. Had a great stay and would stay again ##### Amber S. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pamela B., York, South Carolina 8 Dec 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location to town, good amount of room, just in need of some tlc The home does not have a fireplace even though the link provided in the checkin email states it does as well as the welcome binder in the house. The downstairs is freezing since the only thermostat is upstairs. The master bedroom doesn’t have blinds or curtains so it is very bright in the morning and unable to sleep in. All of the towels were damp when we arrived so we had to take them all down and dry them. The kitchen table was still dirty so we had to clean that when we arrived. None of the leaves were sweeper off of the decking which was dangerous hazard causing the steps to be very slick so we had to take care of that as well. The hot tub was not working properly but the owner quickly responded to help us troubleshoot the issue unfortunately took it a day to warm up once we figured it out. The vacuum doesn’t work so we were unable to vacuum up the rug while we were there. The garage door is broken, the assembly has come off the wall. There isn’t a good view but it is very close to town which was helpful. The place provided many kitchen utensils which was nice. ##### Pamela B. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie J. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect mountain vacation home! Comfortable rooms, lots of space, fun games, hot tub for after hiking in the National park, great view from the deck - everything you need to enjoy the mountains! ##### Leslie J. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric H. 7 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review We had an excellent time at the cabin. It was minutes away from the town we visit each year and very cozy. We had plenty of room for our party of 13 people. ##### Eric H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022