6 BR

5.5 BA

20 Guests

Welcome to Papa Bear's Swimmin Hole, offered by Bear Tracts

Soak, relax & enjoy the Smoky Mountain views

Gather, unwind & enjoy fireside evenings

Bear-y good views & porch sittin’ vibes

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Lower level game room - all set to free play!

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Lower level game room - all set to free play!

Butterfly selfie station, chalk board, and interactive clouds

Private indoor heated pool

Main level living room with fireplace and flat screen TV

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Fully equipped kitchen

From grill to pizza oven, outdoor dining done right

Custom made dining room table

Elevator goes to every level

King Bedroom 1 w/deck entrance and ensuite bathroom

Bed 1 Ensuite full bathroom

Bed 2: King with en-suite bathroom

Outdoor pavilion with grill, pizza oven, firepit, hot tub, and m

Bed 2: King with en-suite bathroom on main level

Bed 2 en-suite bathroom with handicap accessible shower

Bedroom 3: 2 Queen over Queen Bunks, deck entrance & TV

Bed 3 en-suite full bathroom

Bed 4: Upper level King bed with ensuite bath and TV

Bed 4 En-suite full bathroom

Relax, recharge & enjoy your private hot tub escape

Gather, unwind & enjoy fireside evenings

Bed 5: Upper level King bed with en-suite bath and TV

Bed 5 en-suite full bathroom with handicap accessible shower

Bed 5 en-suite full bathroom

Bed 6: Upper loft with 2 queen mattresses, accessed by ladder

Bed 6: Upper loft with 2 queen mattresses, peek-a-boo door

Upper level game room with Battle Royale, Pinball and Multi-Cade

Bear cub cave that leads to reading nook and butterfly selfie

Lower level reading cave and tunnel

Indoor private pool with seating and deck entrance

Welcome to Papa Bear's Swimmin Hole, offered by Bear Tracts

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Wood burning pizza oven

Gather fireside & take in the Smoky Mountain views

Welcome to Papa Bear's Swimmin Hole, offered by Bear Tracts

Gorgeous views. Outdoor firepit, pizza oven, hot tub & more!

Main level living room with fireplace and flat screen TV

Deck views of the Great Smoky Mountains

Nestled in nature & surrounded by mountain beauty

Santa’s here & the Smoky Mountain magic awaits

8 person hot tub under a covered pavilion with views

Outdoor pavilion with grill, ice maker, refrigerator and more

Christmas at Papa Bear's Swimming Hole

Pavilion bar seating

Breathe in the fresh air, take in the view, and rock your cares

Front deck with seating

Papa Bear

Plenty of parking

Gather, unwind & enjoy fireside evenings under the stars

There's no Christmas like a Papa Bear's Christmas!

Nestled in nature & surrounded by mountain beauty

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Half bath

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Santa’s here & the Smoky Mountain magic awaits

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Gorgeous views. Outdoor firepit, pizza oven, hot tub & more!

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Bed 4: Upper level King bed with en-suite bath and TV

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Bed 5: Upper level King bed with ensuite bath and TV

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Welcome to Papa Bear's Swimmin Hole, offered by Bear Tracts

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There's no Christmas like a Papa Bear's Christmas!

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Christmas at Papa Bear's Swimming Hole

There's no Christmas like a Papa Bear's Christmas!

Welcome to Papa Bear's Swimming Hole!

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Location

Close to Town

Featured Amenities

Grill
Washer & Dryer
High Speed Internet/WIFI
Fireplace
Large Group Cabins
Hot Tub
Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplace
Game Room
Private Indoor Pool
Christmas Tree
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Description

You must be 23 years old. Name on reservation must match name on the credit card. Identity verification required. Booking party must be present at check-in. Third-party app required for check-in,

Bear Tracts provides free admission to some of the area's most popular attractions. Details below.

Looking for the Ultimate, huge, large group attraction cabin? Welcome to Papa Bears Swimming Hole! Brand New, Spacious, Lodge boasting custom accents with virtually every amenity you can imagine, including an elevator complete with a cabin theme! Papa Bears Swimming Hole is sure to deliver the most unique experience you can find in the Smoky Mountains. Right at 5,000 sf, sleeps 20 in beds with top-of-the-line mattresses (no sleeper sofas), and is an incredible lodge uniquely designed in every room. Private and way back on a large 6.5-acre lot, with ample parking, jaw-dropping views from every bedroom, Handicap accessible bedrooms and bathrooms on each level with roll-in showers, handicap chairs, and assistive devices.

Main floor: (sleeps 4)
When you walk through the beautiful oak-and-iron front door, you will find a fully stocked kitchen with a commercial gas range. Everything you would need to cook for large groups. Even the refrigerator is interactive. You can tell Alexa to play music while you cook, look up recipes on YouTube, or scroll through guests' vacation photos. Custom furniture and lighting throughout. Living room with fireplace. Two king master suites on the main level, one of which is handicap-accessible and includes a handicap-accessible bathroom with a roll-in shower. The views will knock you out!

Upstairs: (sleeps 16)
2 king suites with TVs, one of which is wheelchair-accessible with an accessible bathroom, including a roll-in shower.
1 “bunk room” with two Q/Q bunks, 8 kids, teenagers (or adults)with an 86” TV.
Above the center King suite is a huge loft with two more queen beds. The little ones can climb the “Magic Ladder” to the loft and peek through the hobbit door and overlook the center Rec room. Each bedroom has its own private door leading to the deck, offering peaceful, unobstructed views. Fully outfitted bathrooms with smart mirrors.

Bottom floor:
This is where memories are made; doing things together as a family with attractions for all ages. As you come down the stairs, you will find a large mountain with interacting clouds and a selfie station featuring detailed butterfly wings by a local artist.
- Enter "Bear Cub Cave” to add a fun experience for little ones. The cave is made of real stone, logs, and real tree bark, with a padded floor and a rock tunnel they explore that leads to a children's library.
-Laundry room with commercial-sized appliances.
-The Arcade. Amazing arcade featuring blacklight-reactive carpet and the best arcade games for all ages.
-Behind a locked door is the heated indoor pool. Seating for several while watching everyone have fun.

Outside:
Enjoy the expansive outdoor Pavilion. Huge beams, custom lighting, and a large commercial outdoor kitchen. The kitchen consists of a 36” commercial grill, another cooktop, an outdoor fridge, a wine cooler fridge, a sink with hot and cold water, an ice maker, and a wood-fired stone pizza oven. An 11’ Island to sit at with barstools, an 8-person Hot tub, and seating for 12 around the fire pit overlooking the amazing views. While outside, go over and take a picture with our mascot, Papa Bear! Plenty of parking for 6-7 vehicles. J1772 Vehicle charging station. Tesla will need an adapter.

Outdoor camera over the entry door and driveway.

Location:
~ Easily accessible paved roads.
~ Gatlinburg 13.4 miles
~ Island at Pigeon Forge 6.9 miles
~ National Park 11.4 miles

Stay Longer, Get Even More Free Tickets
We've partnered with Xplorie to get you even more free tickets and discounts!
You'll receive over $1000 in Free Tickets per day through Xplorie for every day you stay with us.

The longer you stay, the more free tickets you get!
~ Stay 2 nights & you'll receive $3,216 in Xplorie tickets.
~ Stay 4 nights & you'll receive $5,360 in Xplorie tickets.
~ Stay 5 nights & you'll receive $6,432 in Xplorie tickets.

Visit as many attractions as you like daily and receive one admission to each of those attractions every day. Unused admissions expire daily. Expired and redeemed admissions are replenished the following day and can be used again.

Current Attractions:
• Dig ‘N Zone
• Dollywood
• Xtreme Racing
• Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Show
• Anakeesta
• Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
• Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
• Alcatraz Museum
• Nascar SpeedPark
• White Water Rafting
• Mini Golf
• WonderWorks
• Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Show
• Skyland Ranch
• Soaky Mountain Water Park
• Ziplining
• Country Tonite
• Soul of Motown
• The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
• Horseback Riding
• Trampoline Arena
• Mountain Coasters
• The Comedy Barn

Amenities

Entertainment

Satellite TV
Arcade Games
Game Room

KITCHEN

Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Ice Maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Dining Table
Kitchen Island

Outdoor

Deck
Patio
Balcony
Gas Grill
Outdoor Shower
Hot Tub
Private Pool
Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplace

Health and Safety

Enhanced cleaning practices
Clean with disinfectant
No-contact check-in and check-out
High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF

Beds

King 4
Queen 2
Bunk 2

Pool

Private Indoor Pool

GENERAL

Central Air
Clothes Dryer
Elevator
Fireplace
Hair Dryer
Heating
Internet/Wifi
Iron & Board
Linens Provided
Living Room
Parking
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
EV car charger
Fire pit
Wifi
Free Wifi

Scenery

Panoramic Mountain View

Availability

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Reviews

October 2022 Stay

Reviewed on 2026-03-27 by ED Madden , Hickory

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WOW! This place is freakin insane! Its a huge place and something for absolutely everyone. It has a elevator! Every detail is top notch, the views are incredible and the kids loved the lower level. The Arcade is nothing like Ive ever seen in a rental, the little ones stay in the bear cave, it has a bear cave and tunnel.. seriously. From the drive down to the cabin, to the light fixtures, its beautiful everywhere. You wont find anything nicer. Absolutely an incredible place. Before you leave, you have to sit out in the Pavillion with your feet propped up in front of the fire pit watching the sun set over the view. Its cool. Matt and April are quick to answer any questions. A great time!

Fun house, very accessible

Reviewed on 2026-03-14 by , Knotts Island, NC Unknown

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Clean house and easy check in. Host communicated promptly. House was stocked with everything we needed. We booked this house for its handicapped access and elevator. My elderly grandfather was able to see the whole house and enjoy some quality time in front of the fireplace. We never even went to town, we stayed at the house swam in the pool, raced in the arcade, soaked in the hot tub, and enjoyed home cooked meals in the kitchen. The cooking pans provided were nice. There was something for everyone of all ages to enjoy. Quiet neighborhood, we were there in February though. 10/10

Oct 2025 fall trip

Reviewed on 2025-11-03 by Alexis S. , Hamersville, AL US

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Overall, I was very satisfied. Quite a few things were broken and a few things were dirty. Typically I wouldn’t be so hypocritical, but for the price we paid I would have liked it to be more clean.

Wonderful Place for all!

Reviewed on 2025-10-18 by Amanda S. , Oxford, GA United States

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Our stay was perfection. Everyone had a great time. I was sold on this cabin when I saw a review from someone that stated how great a place it was for one of their family members who had a disability. My father has an artificial leg and everything was perfect for him. He was able to experience all that the house had to offer on each level due to the in house elevator. We are so grateful this house was available to us. We look forward to returning in the future.

Great rental!

Reviewed on 2025-08-14 by , Marshall, TX United States

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Overall we loved the house! Kids loved the arcade games! The furnishings were very nice and everything was made of good quality materials.

Not too far from town, took about 20 minutes to drive but was less than a 10 mile drive. Roads are very curvy and steep, but all paved. Do not need 4x4 during non-winter months, but roads are very steep and definitely need 4x4 if there is any frozen precipitation.

The kitchen and living room are smaller than I'd prefer for 20 guests. We only had 11 and had a hard time making meals due to the compact kitchen - a larger island would be very helpful.

Each bathroom has one travel sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, lotion, and 2 makeup removal wipes. There is a tiny bottle of hand soap for the kitchen, 4 dishwasher pods, 4 laundry pods, and 1 sponge. Trashcans are larger than standard 13 gal kitchen ones. There were various spices in the kitchen and some tea bags.

Beware that the loft with 2 queens is open to one of the king bedrooms. Don't make my mistake and think you'll escape a snoring husband just to crawl up there and realize it is common with the bedroom below (more like a balcony over the king bedroom).

Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it. We did not have to contact maintenance or housekeeping during our stay. I did not show the house to anyone before we arrived and everyone in my group was blown away by how nice it was and all the stuff to entertain the kids.

A Long week-end to remember!

Reviewed on 2025-08-06 by , Denver, NC United States

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Papa Bears Swimming Hole was great! My husband and I took our kids and grand kids for a long weekend to end the summer before school started back. I have to say the adults had as much fun as the kids. They have already been talking about going back. The house was really clean and the view was incredible. The only thing that I think should change is the outdoor grilling area was a bit crowded with all the furniture. We would highly recommend this cabin .

Amazing home in the perfect location

Reviewed on 2025-07-26 by Kimberly I. , Corinth, TX United States

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It's a great property for families with kids (and kids at heart). Between the arcade, hot tub, and pool, it was a struggle getting the boys to go into town for the attractions, LOL.
The home feels very secluded, but it's only around a 15 minute drive to the main strip in Pigeon Forge. It's a beautiful home with the most amazing mountain views. Our boys really wanted to see a bear; our first morning there a momma bear and her babies came walking down the private drive. They were so comfortable with the area, we got to spend a good 10 minutes watching them play and climb trees before disappearing into the woods.
The management company was fantastic. They were super quick to respond to our questions and very helpful. Thank you, again!

July 2025 Stay

Reviewed on 2025-07-12 by Laura Lewis , New holland

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We had the BEST experience with our first Rocky Mountain stay at Pappa Bears Swimming hole. The home is immaculate and well stocked, beds are comfortable, showers amazing, we loved the pool, arcade, hot tub. The outside kitchen is magical, we had so much fun with the pizza oven, and there is nothing more beautiful than the view off the outside kitchen and decks. Beyond beautiful. We had a daily visit from BooBoo the bear and he was quite curious. This was the best vacation rental we have ever had, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Thank you for your feedback and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful mountain views and had a good time overall.

We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay, especially with the air conditioning and cleanliness of the cabin. We understand how important comfort and cleanliness are, and we will ensure that these areas are addressed. We’ve already spoken with our team about the air conditioning, and we’re reviewing our cleaning procedures to make sure everything is in top shape for future guests.

Regarding the snake and bear encounters, we completely understand how unsettling that must have been. We take the safety of our guests very seriously, and we’re glad we were able to promptly handle both situations with the help of the appropriate professionals.

We also appreciate your suggestions about the pillows and bedspreads. We will certainly look into making these improvements to further enhance the guest experience.

Thank you for your understanding and for bringing these matters to our attention. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again and look forward to providing a more seamless experience in the future.

The Bear Tracts Family

May 2025 Stay

Reviewed on 2025-05-18 by Sarah Wacker , Oberlin

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We had an absolute blast! The property was wonderful! The views, amazing! The fun was endless! Will definitely be booking this again! Thank you

Spring Break with Papa Bear

Reviewed on 2025-05-12 by Charity R. , Marlton, NJ US

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We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Papa Bear's Swimming Hole. The house was exactly as described and the kids had the best time ever. No one wanted to leave. The kitchen & outdoor grill/pizza oven were well equipped for nights in and we were only 15 minutes from the main strip when we wanted to go out. We had no issues during our stay and had everything we needed for the week! We like to see new places but we all agreed this is one we would come back to year after year. From the views to the amenities and local attractions, you will not be disappointed!!

Perfect for a big family getaway.

Reviewed on 2025-05-12 by Carolyn W. , Lansing, MI United States

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We had a large family group of 16 (10 adults and 6 kiddos). The condo was roomy, clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. When we had questions, the customer service people responded immediately. Very satisfied with our stay. 10/10!!!

April 2025 Stay

Reviewed on 2025-05-03 by Mary Fox , Cape Coral

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We originally booked Hackberry lodge for a trip for just my husband and I, but unfortunately they had to cancel due to maintenance. So they moved us to this property. All I can say is WOW. Every thing was stunning, but the absolute best were the views. From the 4(!) balconies with high quality rocking chairs, to the view from the fire pit and hot tub, this place was beyond incredible. The pizza oven experience was so fun we even did it twice, and one time a curious bear stopped by to see what we were cooking! (We politely asked him to leave of course) We even had a blast in the upstairs and downstairs arcade, which was such a fun way to end our evenings. We will definitely book again, but this time bring our adult children and their families. My suggestion to anyone booking here in winter to make sure you have a capable 4 WD vehicle as though all of the roads are paved, there were a few steep parts. My suggestion to BearTracts would be to please provide dark washcloths, as I was afraid of ruining them.

Great family location

Reviewed on 2025-04-02 by Stevenm c. , Tallapoosa , GA US

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Wonderful experience for our large family. Outdoor kitchen under the pavilion was great. Indoor pool and 2 arcade rooms kept the grandkids occupied the entire trip, they never had to leave the cabin.

Family fun

Reviewed on 2025-03-29 by , New Albany , IN United States

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We had great family fun time and very relaxing vacation this house had everything we needed to just never want to leave.

Great time!!

Reviewed on 2025-02-01 by Natalie M. , Hampton, GA United States

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Our family rents a cabin though the years from Bear Tracts, with no complaints. We have rented Rocky Stream Lodge and Papa Bears Cabin many times. They are both clean, well kept, up to date, comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms, with lots of amenities. The game rooms are so fun with games for all ages. Relaxing in the hot tub or playing basketball in the swimming pool, enjoying book nook, sitting by the fire and roasting s’mores. We have made so many memories and will continue to do so. The owners of the cabins have thought of everything! Thank you from the Mahoneys for a trip filled with so many family memories. We will definitely be back!

Live like a CELEBRITY!

Reviewed on 2025-01-31 by Ed , Hickory, Ms

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If you’re looking for for an experience that is truly off the charts, this is it! For someone handicapped and limited to a wheelchair, … you have to see it to believe it. The elevator and ADA setup makes this a truly spectacular vacation destination. Far better in person than in the photos! Amazing

High Expectations

Reviewed on 2024-11-04 by Toby T. , Ardmore, TN United States

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After reading the description, all of us were expecting cabin paradise , right?
The elevator didn't work from the start. We had to call and they showed us how to reset it. Then it got stuck. After that it worked fine but by that time most were too afraid to ride it.
The games Hop, Space invaders and the pinball machine didn't work.
Neither did the firepit.
One of the guest's brought me some hair she found on her pillow. They did deliver us 2 clean pillow cases and they ordered parts to fix things but our vacation would be over before then.
It is a nice cabin just wished everything worked especially considering what we paid. I try to not complain but you asked for a review.

Manager's Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We truly value guest feedback as it helps us continually improve.

We wish everything could work at 100% capacity all the time, but the reality of owning and managing vacation homes is that they are heavily used by many guests who may not treat them with the same care they would their own homes. When issues do arise, we strive to address them as quickly and effectively as possible, as we did during your stay.

We are glad we could assist with the elevator reset and help you with the power switches on the arcade games to show that they all work as well as deliver additional pillowcases promptly. We hate that some failures required parts that unfortunately are not readily available but have since been repaired,. We're sorry to hear some of the amenities didn't meet your expectations and for any inconvenience this caused.

We hope that despite these setbacks, you were still able to enjoy your time at the cabin and the beautiful Smoky Mountains. Thank you again for your feedback—your experience helps us ensure a better stay for future guests.

Best regards,
The Bear Tracts Family

September 2024 Stay

Reviewed on 2024-10-03 by Prentuth Lacy , Hartford

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This cabin is absolutely stunning! There is everything to do there and you really dont have to leave if you dont want to. The cabin is big and roomy where we made some amazing memories! The game rooms were an absolute hit as we are all very competitive and hated to lose when we played against each other even as adults! Will definitely be back as we come here yearly!

Great vacation spot

Reviewed on 2024-01-26 by , Scottsboro, AL US

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The cabin was exceptional especially for anyone with mobility issues and for families with children of all ages. The weather was terrible the first few days we were there and we had issues with the pipes freezing but the response from the management was great. There were plenty of things in the cabin to keep the kids entertained. I would definitely recommend

BEST NEW YEARS EVER!

Reviewed on 2024-01-17 by Karla A. , United States

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Amazing HOST that saved our vacations from what could have been a potential disaster. AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING CABIN. First time reserving through them after that AIRBNB cancelled our previous cabin and NEVER accommodated into a new one. This place was impeccable, the entire cabin is decorated with beautiful details that makes it so welcoming and warming. LOVE the BEARS THEME decor, all the commodities it has doesn't make you want to leave, it is well entertained for adults and kids.

Amazing cabin!

Reviewed on 2024-01-03 by stacy o. , Statesboro, GA United States

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We had such a wonderful time. The cabin was everything we could have imagined. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again.

Christmas party

Reviewed on 2023-12-26 by Lonnie D. , Gatlinburg, TN US

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we had a great time going to it again next year ,than you all so much.

October 2023 Stay

Reviewed on 2023-10-30 by Donna Garland , Elk Park

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This is a beautiful home with plenty of parking and so many fun extras. We had teenagers that loved itsmall children would think it is simply magical. I would definitely recommend staying here. We have stayed in many cabins in this area over the years and this one went to the top of our list.

AMAZING and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Reviewed on 2023-08-02 by , Markham, IL US

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I want to first start the review by saying if you do not choose this location for your stay you will be missing out! I was initially worried if it would be enough for both the adults and kids to enjoy but we had a party of about 15 people and the place was spacious enough and we were not on top of each other. Being that it was a newer cabin, the amenities were great and the view spectacular! Even when our dishwasher went out briefly, the owner came and had it fixed the same day and replaced it with a new one! We also got free sweets on the owner from an amazing local bakery! We used every point of the cabin which included the pizza oven as well as the pool, game room and hot tub! The kids enjoyed their time and so did we! Thank you Matt and April for making our stay phenomenal!!

A beautiful experience..

Reviewed on 2023-07-26 by Latreece R. , N/A, CO United States

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The house was everything and more the Brie was breathtaking..

Amazing!

Reviewed on 2023-07-22 by Kayla Diekemper , Bloomingdale , GA USA

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We stayed at Papa bears swimming hole last week for 4 nights & it was absolutely Amazing! We picked this cabin due to it being handicap accessible and having an elevator! My brother is wheelchair bound so it was very important to us to have a cabin that he can have access to eveything! We loved the views, pool, game room & the outside fire place!! It was very accommodating for my family & we will be back again to rent this cabin!

May 2023 Stay

Reviewed on 2023-05-15 by Ronald Bartlett , Perrysburg

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we had a great stay
we give it a 5 star
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that we've noticed is the railing going from the outdoor kitchen to the main deck is very weak .
our opinion we think the outdoor kitchen area could use a ceiling fan for hot days.other than that loved it. thanks
the Bartlett family

Serene and magical

Reviewed on 2023-02-22 by Nichole G. , Shelby, NC US

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This home was stunning and had everything to make our trip amazing! The children loved the game room and pool while the adults loved the hot tub, pizza stove, and sitting by the fire pit! We fell in love and attempted to book again for next year but the reservation link would not allow booking out that far.

Serene and magical

Reviewed on 2023-02-22 by Nichole G. , Shelby, NC United States

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Reviewed on 2022-11-13 by Sharon P. , Beaver, OH US

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Nice place to stay. The only issue we really had was the beds. The beds are not handicapped friendly. We had to go buys stools so people could get in bed. Handicap toilets and showers were very nice. There wasn’t much seating (the pictures show that) I would suggest taking out the over sized stands and add another chair or two. A recliner/lift chair would great.

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We hate you had trouble with the beds. We have since adjusted the height of the beds in the bedrooms that have the accessible bathroom. We have also revamped the seating area with 2 premioum leather couches.

November 6-10,2022

Reviewed on 2022-11-12 by Sharon Perkins , Beaver

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The biggest complaint we had was that the beds are not handicap accessible. There was15 in our group and 6 are handicapped.We had to purchase stools to get into the beds.The handicap showers and toilets was wonderful.Another suggest I have is putting the name of cabin and address along with emergency phone numbers on refrigerator. The fire pit did not work and the elevator quit working but was resolved within a few hours.

Nice new cabin.

Reviewed on 2022-10-11 by James P. , Johnson City, TN US

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Beautiful cabin with beautiful view and lots of rare amenities. Very little seating, however, in the main family room if you're bring a large party. Lots of places to spread out, incuding outdoor kitchen/patio, indoor pool & game room. But if 10 people want to watch a football game or sit & talk, some are left standing. Amenity money could have been better spent on more seating. Overpriced.

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We have added 2 premium leather couches to the living area to adopt more seating options. Thanks for your feedback.

Birthday Getaway

Reviewed on 2022-09-29 by Willie Gibson , Greensboro

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The property was amazing! Definitely a great fit for all ages. We will definitely book it again in the future!

July 2022 Stay

Reviewed on 2022-09-09 by Cristian Diaz , Pigeon forge

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Rented this place for our large family for a week, OMG, this place is insane. I cant express how beautiful this place is, the absolutely incredible workmanship of the place to the decor. Stunning. If you want to get the best, and never want to leave, this is the one. 25 stars out of 5! See you next year!

April 2022 Stay

Reviewed on 2022-08-15 by Brooke Armstrong , Nashville TN

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This cabin is nothing short of incredible. Every single room, from the bedrooms, to the full arcade, to the kitchen/living room, indoor pool area, full porches on all levels and ESPECIALLY the outdoor cooking area; there is not a single space that lacks a high level of memorability and charm. From the small details present everywhere, to the biggest attractions in the cabin, everywhere you look theres something amazing to explore.

Thats not at all to say that the place isnt cozy either. Cooking, relaxing and staying at Papa Bear was without a doubt the best cabin experience we have ever had, and we frequent the area multiple times per year.

With that said, I think we are done trying different cabins around the area - Papa Bear is definitely the only place we want to stay from now on!

Amazing

Reviewed on 2022-06-23 by Kristi F. , Chatham, IL US

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I wish we didn’t have to leave this stunning cabin. The outside of this cabin is simply gorgeous. We loved the all stone work, the kitchen table is gorgeous, every little detail of this Cabin will “wow” you. The kids stayed entertained with the top notch arcade room, they even have more arcade games on the second level. The views are perfect, you truly feel tucked away in the middle of the mountains. I would give this cabin a million stars if I could. Literally everything about this Cabin is amazing. The Cabin was also very clean, and the drive into town is not far at all.
We hope to return again next year!

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Reviewed on 2022-06-10 by Kerry D. , Albertville, AL US

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Met and Exceeded all of our expectations. What a beautiful home and convenient to everything. Also, I have to mention the arcade and the outdoor kitchen along with the indoor pool. We didn’t go out as much as we normally would, just because we loved being at this place. Thanks for a great vacation. We’ll be staying here again!

May 2022 Stay

Reviewed on 2022-05-29 by Eugene Burke , Harrison Township

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10 out of 10

Loved it start to finish

Reviewed on 2022-05-20 by Ying Liu

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Absolutely stunning, beautiful cabin at the top of the mountain. The views are breathtaking and the house has everything you would need even for a large group. We couldnt wait to get back each day after being out at the attractions for the day. My boyfriend and I even clocked quite a few hours in the game room! We grilled outside a few times to enjoy the scenery and the fire pit area. Hope we can return soon!

Loved everything about it

Reviewed on 2022-05-20 by Xin Su

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I came down to Gatlinburg for the first time with my girlfriend and her family and decided on this cabin since it was a sizable group. The house is so big it felt like we had it to ourselves. We loved the outdoor kitchen and pizza oven and played a lot in the game room even. Getting to the main tourist areas was pretty easy from here and it was dead quiet at night apart from the beautiful sounds of the mountain. We loved our trip and we hope to be able to score this place again next time.

Luxury Beyond Belief

Reviewed on 2022-05-15 by Jake Obrien

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To say that this cabin has it all would be both truthful and an understatement. There are no down sides to this rental, but if I had to name one it would simply be that you will have to figure out how to spend your time here since there are so many amazing pieces to this stay, and you're only here for the limited time you book for.

The rooms are incredibly comfortable, equipped with individual bathrooms, massive TV's, and personal access to the massive and wonderful porch that overlooks the epitome of a Gatlinburg Mountain View.

The bottom level is where anyone looking to have a bit of fun should start - a fully equipped arcade (sound proofed from the rest of the house), indoor swimming pool, and kids reading/play nook along with a handful of other amazing details are just a stairclimber (or elevator ride) away.

Out front lies one of the most incredible outdoor kitchen/lounges I've ever seen. The stone work has to be seen to be believed and the jacuzzi and pizza oven are wonderful.

One of A Kind Experience

Reviewed on 2022-05-12 by Maggie Su

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This cabin is not just an cabin, its an awesome experience!! It has the best mountain view, large hot tub, outdoor kitchen with stove and BBQ grill, swimming pool, gaming room, and very comfortable bedsThe cabin is a masterpiece of architecture, very beautifully and uniquely decorated, very quiet and sparkling clean. I would absolutely recommend and we will come back again!

Top shelf across the board

Reviewed on 2022-05-12 by Jared Armstrong

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The cabin is an architectural wonder. From the beautiful stonework to the interior elevator they have seemingly come up with ideas for every single corner of the property. The hot tub right next to the fire pit with Mountain Views was divine after a long day of hiking. We loved the outdoor kitchen and the pizza oven was a lot of fun. The cabin is not too far far from the big attractions and the serenity of the property is worth the drive. Absolutely recommend this property

April 2022 Stay

Reviewed on 2022-05-12 by Christie Baker

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This cabin is by far the best one I have ever stayed in! This cabin has so much to do that we didn't want to leave. We enjoyed the swimming pool, game room and the cave with books was a huge hit! The kids were especially amazed and had the best time!! The porches are awesome and the view is the best! I enjoyed coffee on the porch in the mornings and watching the sun set in the evenings, the view is just amazing!! The pavilion with the pizza oven is really cool too, lots of seating!! Can't wait to go back, a beautiful and fun cabin with a fantastic view!!

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