Title: Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! 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 home # Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! Holiday home in Old Fort with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115682200/115682150/5da2d238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115682200/115682150/abd3ba9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115682200/115682150/7d50b311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115682200/115682150/9ea3521b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115682200/115682150/9376d91f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1837 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! With panoramic mountain views from nearly every room, this brand-new mountain oasis was designed to "bring the outside in," with luxurious furnishings, modern conveniences, and an abundance of natural light. Whether you're relaxing on the covered deck overlooking nearly 180-degree mountain views, cozying up around the wood-burning fire pit with distant views of Lake Lure, or writing postcards to loved ones at the dedicated workspace, Bear Ridge Retreat is primed for making memories, and it will be that special vacation spot you'll long to return to time and time again! About the Home • Well-equipped kitchen with island seating for 4, wet bar, and coffee station with a drip-style coffee maker and Keurig • Open-concept living space with dining for 6, desk with 24” computer monitor with adaptors for Macs, 55" Smart TV for streaming, and gas log fireplace • Spacious, covered deck overlooking stunning, nearly 180-degree mountain views with cozy seating, outdoor dining, Smart TV, and access to park-style grill • Wood-burning fire pit, with views of Lake Lure in the distance, and long-range mountain views • This home offers accessibility features with 32" wide doorways on the main floor and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower; there are 3 steps to enter the home • A whole-house generator provides peace of mind in the event of a power outage Where to Unwind • Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed, en suite bathroom, 40" Smart TV for streaming, and deck access. Full hall bath with a walk-in shower in the entryway. • Two upper-level bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed; the bedrooms are connected by a full bathroom with private vanity areas and a shared bathtub and shower Where to Explore • Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes • Hillman Brewing, Old Fort | 23 minutes • Nearest Grocery, Frisbee's Piggly Wiggly | 26 minutes • Catawba Falls Trail Head | 29 minutes • My Father's Pizza, Downtown Black Mountain | 33 minutes • The Biltmore Estate | 46 minutes • White Duck Taco, Downtown Asheville | 47 minutes • Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls! Please note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. To reach this modern mountain cabin, you'll travel along paved mountain roads with a few twists and turns. The driveway is short and gravel, so while 4WD or AWD is recommended, it's not required. We also suggest arriving before dark on your first visit to get comfortable with the community roads—the journey there is all part of the adventure! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 1,837 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112740000/112739800/112739794/2f5cf753.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Sanctuary| Modern Amenities Amidst Rustic Charm Old Fort - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=112739794&PinnedHotelID=112739794&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75210000/75208300/75208250/w1278h768x0y0-4a4a50fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Views & Close to Town! 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 951329 ## 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%7C35.54503%2C-82.16039&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QJ0XppEunNhOC-YatG1jWGTwTTA=) Old Fort, NC #### What's nearby - Waterfall Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles - Old Fort Railroad Museum - 21 min drive - 9.7 miles - Catawba Falls - 28 min drive - 13.2 miles - Lake Lure - 40 min drive - 18.4 miles - Biltmore Estate - 53 min drive - 34.4 miles #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive - ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬28 min drive - ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬28 min drive - ‪Hardee's - ‬20 min drive - ‪Seeker Coffee - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bear Ridge Retreat | Pet-Friendly New Build with VIEWS! located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Waterfall Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park. Catawba River and Mountain Gateway Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 10 ### Exceptional