Title: Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=121051164&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park ## Photo gallery for Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park (Townsend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121060000/121051200/121051164/7955615a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Front of property - Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park (Townsend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121060000/121051200/121051164/5022fc3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park (Townsend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121060000/121051200/121051164/db592d91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park (Townsend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121060000/121051200/121051164/034b00a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park (Townsend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121060000/121051200/121051164/e4a2b1d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61291 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Essentials: 2 Mi to Smoky Mtns Natl Park Along with barbecues, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage features a washing machine and a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Amenities also include a shower and an iron/ironing board. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27850000/27846000/27845962/61aaecd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Townsend River Breeze Inn Townsend - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 743 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=27845962&PinnedHotelID=27845962&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1204400/1204346/5dc4511e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 319 reviews £200 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=1204346&PinnedHotelID=1204346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93206500/93206486/c4bd59b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverfront Couple's Retreat in Smoky Mountains! 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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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 Property Registration Number 0497325 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. ## About the area Townsend is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Ober Mountain and Gatlinburg SkyPark are popular area attractions. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are not to be missed. 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