Title: Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71134485&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Lakefront cottage with Hot tub and sauna ## Photo gallery for Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve ![Exterior - Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134485/8dca0ac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134485/71e9f035.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sports court - Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134485/bbb53bc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134485/57eba5a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134485/1220f10f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the natural beauty of Big Branch Creek at Saddlenotch Villa #9\. This modern retreat boasts unobstructed lake and mountain views, a cozy gas fireplace, and outdoor dining for up to 8 on the covered deck. With comfortable bedrooms, including a bonus theater room with an Apple TV and kids' teepee tent. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## 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. ### Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Welcome to Saddlenotch Villa #9! This modern mountain-lake retreat has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and sleeps 10-12 comfortably. Enjoy unobstructed lake and mountain ridgeline views while listening to the rushing waters of Big Branch Creek. On the main floor, the living, dining and kitchen areas are housed under a cathedral ceiling with contrasting wooden beams. This home is not pet friendly. The living room features a leather sofa and chair, lounge chairs and ottomans around a gas fireplace with ceramic FireStones and a 55-inch Apple TV. Open to the living room and kitchen, the dining area has a large wooden table for 6-7 people and 3 barstools at the kitchen island. Large French doors open to the covered deck with outdoor dining for up to 8 and a sectional sofa, chairs and coffee table for lounging. The Master bedroom has a King memory foam mattress, Roku TV, and en suite bathroom with dual sinks. Downstairs, you will find 3 bedrooms: The “Regatta” room has a Queen memory foam mattress, Roku TV, en suite bath and French doors opening to the lower deck with lake and mountain views. The light and airy “Botanical” room has a Queen hybrid mattress, Roku TV, and French doors out to the lower deck. It shares a full hall bath with the “Forest” room, which has 2 Full beds (hybrid and memory foam mattresses) and 2 closets. The bonus theater room has a 65-inch Apple TV, large sectional sleeper sofa with Queen memory foam mattress, and a kids' teepee tent perfect for reading or planning the next day's adventures. The home also features an EV Charging Station via a NEMA 14-50 (50amp) universal outlet for a $50 unlocking fee. The itinerary for a Bear Lake Reserve vacation is endless and no matter what time of year a getaway is in order, the temperature, surroundings, and people are bound to make it an unforgettable adventurous experience. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Heated pool - Kayak - Tennis - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103530000/103526700/103526615/d4cec796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Located on Bear Lake in Tuckasegee, NC. 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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 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 deadlock 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 Saddle Notch 9 At Bear Reserve Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Cottage 465524 Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Tuckasegee Saddle Notch Villa 9 at Bear Lake Reserve Cottage Tuckasegee ## About the area Located in Bear Lake Reserve, a neighbourhood in Tuckasegee, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club and Signal Ridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. 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