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Going to the Smoky Mountains is such a fun trip...but what is NOT fun is constantly being stuck in the always-present very slow traffic jams going to & from your cabin. Here's an idea: a cabin that is at the edge of Pigeon Forge, right off the main road, with all the peacefulness & privacy in beautiful nature, close to fun activities, grocery stores, outlet meals & more. Old Bears Lodge is a beautiful upscale cabin in the most c convenient location that will keep you out of all the heavy, frustrating traffic but so close to everything that makes for a relaxing, stress-free vacation. After all, who wants to spend their vacation sitting in a daily traffic jam!

THIS IS A PET-FRIENDLY PROPERTY. SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE PET POLICY & FEES
(PLEASE DO NOT send a booking request if your pets are not crate-trained)

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. It is located just off of a main paved road & with no scary mountain roads to travel.

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

Each bedroom has a comfortable king log bed, TVs-DVD players, private full baths with tub/shower combination & large vanity space that is inside each bedroom. Both bedrooms have large closets & ceiling fans. The bedrooms are separated by the large living room offering added privacy.

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

The private sunporch just off the kitchen has a 4-person hot tub for relaxation or soaking sore muscles from a long day of shopping & fun area activities any time or in any kind of weather. You can even watch a favorite movie on the DVD player on the 50” TV while relaxing in the hot tub. There is also a table & chairs & ceiling fan in the room.

There are no steps from the sunroom to the private patio that has a gas grill and for pets to visit & explore the private wooded backyard.

The covered & gated front porch has rocking chairs & a large porch swing for relaxing or 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.

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

Exterior security cameras overlook the steps & driveway & in no way interfere with guests' privacy. There are no interior cameras at this property.

*Host Disclaimer: Items or furniture may be replaced with similar ones or rearranged from what is depicted in photos to update this property.

For your pets to be considered AS PART OF YOUR RESERVATION, ALWAYS include the number of pets, breed, and weight & if the pet is crate trained IN THE MESSAGE WHEN REQUESTING TO BOOK.

*UNCRATED PETS WHEN LEFT ALONE IN CABIN ARE NOT ALLOWED THIS PROPERTY* (PLEASE DO NOT send a request to book this property if your pet is not crate trained)

A one-time non-refundable Pet Fee, per pet, applies.
PET FEES: One-time, non-refundable, per pet ($65 for small & medium - $95 for large - $125 for X-large)

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

Guests are responsible for pets and kids at all times.

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.

SOAKY MOUNTAIN WATERPARK is a 50-acre, 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, 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.

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 offers deep discounts on many items.

TANGER Outlets 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, and offers 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 a beginner 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 is a 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

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