Very Best Location to Avoid Traffic-Close to All Pigeon Forge Activities-Outlets

THIS IS THE VERY BEST LOCATION TO AVOID TRAFFIC & BE VERY CLOSE TO ALL THE ACTIVITIES OF PIGEON FORGE, OUTLET MALLS, MUSEUMS, RESTAURANTS & NEVER HAVE TO DRIVE ON SCARY MOUNTAIN ROADS. THE SETTING IS VERY PRIVATE & QUIET.

Old Bears Lodge is a beautiful 2 bedroom-2 bath custom-built log cabin with luxurious furnishings that will make you feel right at home located at the edge of Pigeon Forge just off of a main paved road & with no scary mountain roads to climb. The private convenient location is just a few minutes from all the fun activities, restaurants & groceries in Pigeon Forge & just 1 mile from Soaky Mountain Water Park & Convention Center. Gated decks for your pets & kids' safety.

The cozy living area has a beautiful stone fireplace has remote-operated logs that can be used year-round, for heat or a romantic ambiance. This bear-themed cabin has a sofa that makes it into a queen bed for extra guests & a matching loveseat. The living room also has a 55” TV-DVD player & a large DVD library & ceiling fan.

There is a landline phone in this chalet for anyone worried about not having a signal in the mountain area from their cell phone.

Each bedroom has a cozy king log bed, TV-DVD player, private full baths with tub/shower combination & large vanity space inside each bedroom. Both bedrooms have large closets & ceiling fans. The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the living room allowing added privacy.

The fully equipped kitchen has upgraded stainless-steel appliances that include a range, microwave, dishwasher & refrigerator with icemaker & plenty of cookware & dishes to prepare meals. There is also a toaster, blender, slow-cooker, blender, George Foreman grill, Keurig & regular coffee maker. There is a large 6-person dining table for stay-in meals.

Relax in the 4-person hot tub that is located in the enclosed private sunroom with a ceiling fan & light that can be enjoyed in any kind of weather year-round just off the kitchen. You can even watch the 50” TV or a movie on the DVD player while relaxing in the hot tub.

Just out the back door of the sunroom is a private patio with a gas grill, table & 4 chairs for outside dining. Just one step from the sunroom will take you to a private wooded backyard that has plenty of areas for your pets to safely visit & explore.

The private covered & gated front porch has rocking chairs for relaxing & a large porch swing for afternoon naps in any kind of weather while enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature all around while kids & pets will be safe. This porch has 2 ceiling fans for hot weather.

The paved driveway is just off of good main flat roads & has parking spaces for 2 vehicles & a handrail that leads from the driveway to the steps of the deck.

Within just a very few miles of Old Bears Lodge is Dollywood-Dollywood-Splash Country-Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Show- Hatfield & McCoy’s Dinner Show-Helicopter Rides-Gatlinburg Ripley's Aquarium-Titanic-Numerous Outlet Malls-Anakeesta-Ripley's Aquarium-Ripley's Believe It of Not-Cades Cove-Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort-Sky Lift Park-Parrot Mountain, Country Tonight, The Island, Sky Bridge, Horseback Riding, Hot Air Balloon Rides-Mountain Roller Coasters-Mini-Golf-Zip Lines-trails-waterfalls & Soaky Mountain Water Park

For your pets to be considered part of your reservation, always:

****** INCLUDE YOUR PET INFO WHEN INQUIRING TO BOOK YOUR DATES.

REMEMBER TO INCLUDE INFORMATION about your pets when inquiring to book your dates, please include the number of all pets you intend to bring with you and information about your pets, breed, weight & any other information about your pets for them to be considered. A one-time non-refundable Pet Fee applies

PET POLICY: Pets must ALWAYS BE CRATED WHEN LEFT ALONE IN THE CABIN, current on shots, flea/tick preventative & not allowed on the furniture.

Exterior security cameras overlook steps & driveway & in no way interfere with guests' privacy. No interior cameras.

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If you need another cabin located close by for other friends/family, I have 4 cabins on this same road, all within less than a mile of each other.

Within just a very few miles of Old Bears Lodge is Dollywood-Dollywood-Splash Country-Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Show- Hatfield & McCoy’s Dinner Show-Helicopter Rides-Gatlinburg Ripley's Aquarium-Titanic-Numerous Outlet Malls-Anakeesta-Ripley's Aquarium-Ripley's Believe It or Not-Cades Cove-Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort-Sky Lift Park-Parrot Mountain, Country Tonight, The Island, Sky Bridge, Horseback Riding, Hot Air Balloon Rides-Mountain Roller Coasters-Mini-Golf-Zip Lines-trails-waterfalls & so many fun things to do.

SOAKY MOUNTAIN WATERPARK is a 50-acre massive state-of-the-art attraction for families with a 35,000 sq ft wave pool & thrilling water attraction & is only 1 mile from Old Bears Lodge


DOLLY'S STAMPEDE DINNER SHOW:
is “The Most Fun Place to Eat in the Smokys” is filled with exciting sights, dramatic lighting effects, incredible sounds, fireworks & breathtaking scenes on a 12.5 million LED wall. The heart of the show remains its 32 magnificent horses, a top-notch cast of trick riders who put it all on the line to win in a friendly competition & a fabulous 4-course family feast!

HATFIELD & MCCOY’S DINNER SHOW
It’s Southern Feudin’ Feastin’ Family Fun at The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show™! Become part of the longest-running feud in history & help the Hatfields & the McCoys try to settle their differences mountain-style. You will love the fun & the delicious food.

GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
The GSMNP is the most popular National Park in the country & hosts more annual visitors than the Grand Canyon, Yosemite & Yellowstone combined.

THE ISLAND
The Island in Pigeon Forge is the premier family fun & entertainment destination in the Smoky Mountains, night & day! Explore a terrific shopping & entertainment complex with more than 60 retail shops & restaurants, rides, games, dancing fountains, live music & attractions.

AREA TOP OUTLET MALLS:
PIGEON FORGE FACTORY OUTLET MALL, also known as the “Red Roof Mall,” has been one of Tennessee’s most popular outlet retail centers since the 1980s. It offers deep discounts on clothing, accessories, tools, jewelry, infant wear, watches, belts, home furnishings, etc.

TANGER OUTLET MALL is the best in the Smokys region for picking up designer brands at slashed prices. Your search for high-end items begins & ends here in dozens of premium stores to shop

GOATS ON THE ROOF:
It’s the goat-feeding-est, gem-mining-est, fudge-eating-est, ice-cream-licking-est, cool-gift-shopping-est attraction in Pigeon Forge! Coaster at Goats on the Roof is located right on Wears Valley Road & we’re impossible to miss with live goats roaming around on the rooftop.

CADES COVE:
This is a broad, verdant valley surrounded by mountains & is one of the most popular destinations in the Smokys, offering some of the best opportunities for wildlife viewing in the park. Sightings of black bears, coyotes, white-tailed deer, groundhogs, turkeys, raccoons & other animals are also possible. Touring is an 11-mile, one-way loop road that circles the cove, offering motorists the opportunity to sightsee at a leisurely pace.

OBER GATLINBURG SKI RESORT: Initially opened over 50 years ago, is a popular mountaintop destination complete with an aerial tramway, alpine slide, ski slopes, amusement park, ice skating, wildlife, & more. The wide variety of indoor & outdoor activities has continued to make Ober Gatlinburg popular with visitors over the years for the entire family:

OBER GATLINBURG SKI RESORT & AMUSEMENT PARK offers:

Aerial Tramway:
The Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway has a station located in downtown Gatlinburg at Traffic Light #9 & a second station located on the peak of Mount Harrison. The tram is the largest aerial tramway in the US, & transports approximately 8 million visitors each year between downtown Gatlinburg & Ober Gatlinburg.

Snow Skiing
Nine trails at Ober Gatlinburg are considered by many to be the best skiing in the Southeast. Whether you are beginner-level or have been skiing for years, Ober Gatlinburg has a slope that is perfect for you! With state-of-the-art snow-making machines & 100% snow-making capabilities, you won’t be at the mercy of Mother Nature.

Tubing
Looking for a great winter activity, but don’t know how to ski or have young children that want to participate?

Alpine Slide:
Are you ready for all of the thrills of bobsledding in any season? If so, the 1,800’ Alpine Slide is sure to please.

Scenic Chairlift:
The chairlift at Ober Gatlinburg runs year-round & provides outrageous views of the surrounding mountains.

Wildlife Encounter:
If you want to finally get a glimpse of that elusive black bear, Ober Gatlinburg Wildlife Encounter provides the perfect opportunity to see bears & cubs, river otters, flying squirrels, turtles, raccoons, snakes, & birds of prey.

Ice Skating:
Ober Gatlinburg’s 140’ by 75’ indoor ice-skating arena is open year-round and located within the huge Ober Gatlinburg mall at the summit.

DOLLYWOOD & SPLASH COUNTRY: is just minutes away

ANAKEESTA 70+ acre Gatlinburg outdoor family theme park.

GATLINBURG SKY BRIDGE Located at the top of the Sky Lift is the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America