Bear Oaks Retreat Luxury Woodland Escape Near Downtown Johnson City

🌲 Welcome to Bear Oaks Retreat | Your Peaceful Escape in the Woods Nestled among the trees just outside Johnson City, Bear Oaks Retreat offers the perfect blend of peaceful nature and modern comfort. Whether you’re visiting with family, gathering with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or exploring the beautiful mountains of East Tennessee, this spacious home is designed to help you relax, reconnect, and enjoy your stay. With five comfortable bedrooms and plenty of room to spread out, Bear Oaks Retreat is ideal for family vacations, weekend getaways, reunions, wedding guests, and group trips. The home comfortably sleeps 9 guests in beds and accommodates up to 13 overnight guests using the available futon, couches, and twin air mattress. Please include the total number of overnight guests (adults and children) when booking. Guest count allows us to prepare the home with the appropriate towels, linens, and supplies, ensures compliance with our occupancy limits, and applies any additional guest fees when applicable. If your group size changes before arrival, simply let us know so we can update your reservation. Enjoy quiet evenings around the fire pit, relax under the glow of string lights, and take in the fresh mountain air from your own private retreat while remaining just minutes from town. ✨ What Guests Love Spacious 5-bedroom home accommodating up to 13 overnight guests Comfortable beds for up to 9 guests Fire pit with cozy seating and ambient string lighting Peaceful wooded setting surrounded by nature Large gathering spaces for family and friends Fully equipped kitchen for cooking and entertaining One dog under 35 lbs welcome with prior approval Convenient access to Johnson City, ETSU, and the Tri-Cities area 📍 Great Location Bear Oaks Retreat is located just minutes from downtown Johnson City, making it easy to enjoy both outdoor adventures and local attractions. Nearby highlights include: East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Downtown Johnson City restaurants, breweries, and shopping Tweetsie Trail for walking and biking Buffalo Mountain Park and local hiking trails Waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and mountain views Bristol Motor Speedway and Bristol attractions Day trips to Asheville, Boone, and the Smoky Mountains 🐻 A True Woodland Retreat Because the home is located in a wooded setting, you may see deer, wild turkeys, and other local wildlife during your stay. Please help us keep wildlife safe by properly securing trash and avoiding leaving food outdoors. 🏡 Good to Know Check-in: 4:00 PM Checkout: 11:00 AM Maximum occupancy: 13 overnight guests Comfortable beds provided for up to 9 guests Additional sleeping options include the futon, couches, and twin air mattress Rates include up to 9 guests; additional overnight guests are subject to the published per-person fee All overnight guests, including children, must be included on the reservation prior to arrival One dog under 35 lbs allowed with prior approval Exterior security cameras monitor outdoor areas only for safety and security No parties or events permitted Bear Oaks Retreat is best suited for family vacations, reunions, wedding guests, and leisure travelers seeking a relaxing stay in East Tennessee. The property is not intended for crew housing, contractor lodging, extended job stays, or long-term workforce accommodations. To help keep the home comfortable for all guests, we ask that visitors treat the property with care, clean up after themselves, and follow all house rules regarding occupancy, cleanliness, and property use. House Rules – Please Read Before Booking This home is designed for family vacations, reunions, and leisure travel. Crew housing, contractor lodging, extended job stays, and commercial use are not permitted without prior written approval. All overnight guests (adults and children) must be accurately listed on the reservation before check-in. Unregistered overnight guests are not permitted. Guest count is used to prepare towels, linens, and supplies and to determine applicable additional guest fees. Please leave the home in a reasonably tidy condition, including disposing of trash and properly storing dishes. Excessive mess, damage, smoking, unauthorized guests, or failure to follow house rules may result in additional cleaning or damage charges. We look forward to hosting you and hope Bear Oaks Retreat becomes your favorite home away from home in East Tennessee.