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The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN.

Cabin in Newport with kitchen and fireplace

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The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN.

The Bears Den has 3 bedrooms, 9 beds, a queen sofa bed. The Master has a king bed and a set of bunk beds. The Queen room has a set of bunks with a Queen on the bottom and a twin on top. The third bedroom has two bunks with a total of 4 twin size beds. We are 4 miles from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and a mere 30 miles from Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, Tennessee. The front porch is very large and has a beautiful view. The yard is very big. There are walking trails up the mountain and through the Cherokee National Forest. We provide sheets, towel & washcloths, shampoo, shower gel, toilet paper, paper towels, central air/heat, pots and pans, plates, cups, utensils, coffee maker, Keurig, an air fryer, microwave, stove, refrigerator, baking supplies, outdoor grills, charcoal and lighter fluid, a fire pit with wood to burn, some water soda and snacks, and games for the kids. We even have a few things there like toothbrushes, toothpaste, charging cords, combs, in the event you forget something. There are hiking trails up behind the cabin through the mountain. Come visit us in beautiful Tennessee.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Do not feed the wild animals/bears

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
5 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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

About the area

Located in Newport, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Smoky Mountain Golf Club and Victory Lanes Bowling Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kiwanis Park and USA Raft. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Newport travel guide
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Newport, TN

What's nearby

  • Pigeon River
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Vinson Island
    4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Woods Island
    6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ryal Island
    7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Wilson Island
    7 min drive - 6.1 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Big Boys Country Kitchen
    11 min drive
  • Simpl Cafe
    13 min drive
  • Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Janice's Diner
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total).

How much is parking at The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Bears Den is a quiet cabin 30 miles from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Pigeon River and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Vinson Island. Woods Island and Wilson Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was adorable, pictures do not do it justice. The property was peaceful with lots of dpace for the kids and dogs to run around and play. The hosts were amazing and had everything you could need in the cabin. We will be mamimg this cabin a part of our yearly trips for sure! The kids were begging to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great. After a long day on the road we just need a place to rest and make a hot meal. We got so much more. This home was inviting, exciting, and really a treat. It had everything we could have asked for. Owners were very timely with communication. The deck looking out over the lawn and trees was superb. Decorations were fantastic. We would definitely stay here again. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Getaway

This place was amazing! Perfect place to getaway from city life.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best cabin

We enjoyed our stay in the Bears Den. Owners was very kind to left some items for us. The cabin is pet friendly, the location was awesome with beautiful views. We definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely loved this cabin

We loved everything about this property! The cabin was so cozy and felt like home away from home! We planned our stay to host our wedding and couldn’t have imagined a better location! We will definitely be booking for future stays with family and friends again! Definitely a family friendly location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

We enjoyed our short stay. Beautiful and peaceful. Cabin was filled with fun activities and treats for the kids
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Great communication, super clean, and very generous hosts. Definitely one of the best VRBO experiences we have had. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property! We greatly enjoyed our stay!

The property was nice and clean. The hosts were nice and helpful. They answered any questions we had and were willing to go out of their way to help us. We are planning on staying there again next year if possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bear’s Den

We loved it. Quiet with plenty to do at the house. A definite place to stay again. Thanks for a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet mountain escape

We enjoyed our stay in this cozy cabin tucked away from the main tourist spots. It was comfortable with many extra food items, snacks and other little extras that made being away from home feel more like home. Beautiful area and not too far from all the places you'll want to visit. Excellent value for what you get.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The comfort of grandma's

We enjoyed staying in this home. The place was clean, comfortable, and reminded me of staying at my Grandma's home. The hosts were so kind and generous. They not only accommodated our request for an early check-in, when we entered the home we were welcomed to cold drinks in the fridge, snacks, and a welcome gift! We would stay again in a heartbeat if we ever travel to this area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Tonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Place in the Woods

We needed to stay just one night so we had a place to crash after a family wedding when we arrived we were quite surprised. We use VRBO’s a lot and this place by far was the best we have stayed for awhile. Everything was fully stocked from food, snacks, and a binder explaining everything. Very clean and quiet but yet close enough to all the attractions in the area. I would recommend this spot to anyone coming to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!!

5++ stars. All sorts of extra little thoughtful touches. Cabin decor was delightful. Very secluded area that we loved. Cant speak highly enough about this place. We would definitely recommend and book again. Hosts did an amazing job. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing quiet cabin

Me and my family had a wonderful time at this beautiful cabin out in Newport Tennessee. They provided so many amenities that I've never seen anywhere else I have stayed before! Just like staying in someone's actual house. I regret we couldn't make our stay longer but maybe next time! The only thing I could say has room for improvement is the water pressure kind of goes in and out but other than that it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of heaven

This was such a pleasant surprise. There is literally nothing the host hasn’t thought of and provided for a wonderful stay. Secluded, clean, beautiful. Plenty of room for lots of people, games, fire, everything. I will absolutely be back. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely LOVED Our Stay!

The pictures online don't do this place justice. It's absolutely beautiful and we LOVED our stay. This home is such a great family friendly and friendly oriented place. The owners were absolutely amazing and so sweet. It was so homey and welcoming. Already planning our next family vacation to come stay again. Highly recommend anyone who's looking to stay here to do so. We had 10 people total. It was my husband and I with our 8 kids (ages 19 down to 3) and we ALL loved staying here. Thank you again for everything!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith e., Nichols, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear’s Den 😉

Came up from SC on Wednesday to find a nice place off the beaten path with good host experience from having amenities that are always forgotten such as chargers and cords for phones, etc. so many small amenities that were well thought out. It was 4 days of enjoyable family time that I wouldn’t trade for anything! Thanks to our most gracious host! Hope to see the “Den” again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well supplied Den

The property is near I40 so easy to get to. Secluded but things close by. The owner has lots of extra stuff like pancake mix, eggs, sodas, all the spices and condiments. Lots of beds. We were not sure where the 4 bedroom was but we figured it was the one with fireplace. Nice deck and porch. Love it!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house in Newport area

Access from I-40 and main roads was quick and easy. Very nice grounds, no other housing visible, very private. Nice views from great deck and dining area. Extremely well equipped, and cabinets are helpfully labeled. Clean except for a few pet hairs. Fairly comfortable bed in suite. Would have very dark night sky for stargazing if exterior lights could be turned off, but I suppose that's a liability thing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

We 8 friends stay over a weekend. The property is nice clean and has pretty much everything available for your needs. We had BBQ and Bonfire in the night under the stars. There are 2 BBQ grills and have lighter and coal etc available for your use. Kitchen is well stocked with cutlery regular and disposable. Every room has fan. Overall highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

denise h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing

the view was beautiful and the cabin itself was so adorable spacious comfy beds, stocked cabinets from A to z, games, nicknacks, etc the cabin felt like home. the hosts were amazing from booking, to staying to leaving. they even gave us extra time for checkout because others werent coming til later that day. they responded quickly and even brought aarowheads they found to give to us. we couldnt have asked for a better memorial day weekend to celebrate my brothers 40th birthday at this beautiful cabin i definitly recommend staying at The Bears Den: 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best ever

Absolutely the best overall stay in any cabin or hotel I've ever stayed in and I travel a lot! The place is absolutely breath taking. Most wonderful hosts. Easy check in and check out process. Lots and lots of little extras I personally never expected! 10 of 10. Would stay again and again. I have a large crew of children that can be rowdy when they get together. I can only hope in our short visit we made a good enough impression that we will be invited back! Thanks again!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME PLACE FOR FAMILY REUNION!!! WITH 5 DOGS!!!! FOR 9 DAYS!!!

We absolutely loved this house and property. 8 people and 5 dogs… (4 dogs over 50 pounds) ... if you are looking for a dog-friendly place where you can feel at home immediately, this is the place for you! All of us felt at home and comfortable and the pull-out sofa bed was nice as well! There are a lot of amenities, toothbrushes, shampoo, food, dishes— which came in handy! Even dog treats, dog beds and dog bowls =) The front porch is so nice in the morning with a far view of the mountain ridge. Very private and serene. The screened-in portion has games for fun well into the night! We had a great fire and saw a few turkeys too. Bill was very pleasant and to offered help if we needed it. It is a relatively short drive – 30 to 40 min to nearby Sevierville which is not bad when you want to get away from it all! And close enough to go to Buc-ees everyday ! And Dollywood is close too! We have already talked about a return visit. This home has been the reason we had such a great time in Tennessee.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place great people great all around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Enjoyed the stay, got to see a lot of attractions and beautiful view. Kids loved the outdoors. And got to see a bear up close.
When we went into town
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025