Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Big Bear Shack

12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 6 beds · 2.5 bathrooms
Top-rated property
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Highlights

Spacious cabin sleeps up to 12, perfect for families and groups.
Private hot tub, fire pit, and stunning mountain views from three balconies.
Fully equipped game room and theater for endless entertainment.

About this property

✔️ Sleeps 12 | 3BR + bunk room + loft ✔️ Hot tub, fire pit & 3 scenic balconies ✔️ Game room, theater, PS5 & arcades ✔️ Kid-friendly + workspace + fast WiFi ✔️ Fully stocked kitchen & dining space ✔️ Seasonal pool + EV charger ✔️ 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg ✔️ Minutes to Dollywood & Great Smoky Mountains National Park ✔️ 10% military/service member discount The space 🏔️ Smoky Mountain Retreat Near Downtown Gatlinburg Escape to the beauty of the Gatlinburg Smoky Mountains at this spacious, amenity-packed cabin just minutes from downtown. Perfectly located near Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, this luxury vacation rental offers the best of both worlds—peaceful mountain views and quick access to top attractions like Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood, and Anakeesta. Whether you're visiting for hiking, family fun, or a relaxing getaway, this cabin delivers an unforgettable Smoky Mountain vacation experience. 🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements | Sleeps Up To 12 ✔️ Floor 1 Bunk Room • Two full beds + trundle • Half bath nearby ✔️ Floor 2 Queen Suite • Queen bed + pull-out queen sleeper • 43” Roku TV • Full bathroom with wide doors ✔️ Floor 3 King Suite • King bed + pull-out queen sleeper • Private ensuite bathroom • 43” TV ✔️ Additional Sleeping • Sleeper sofas + bunk spaces for full group comfort 🎮 Indoor Living & Entertainment ✔️ Open-concept living room with fireplace 🔥 + 43” TV ✔️ Wall-mounted Connect Four for family fun ✔️ Fully loaded game room: • Arcade games 🎮 • Pool table 🎱 • Air hockey • Darts + karaoke 🎤 • PlayStation 5 ✔️ Private movie theater with 75” TV + surround sound 🎬 ✔️ Kids playroom with toys, books, Pack ’n Play & more 👶 ✔️ Dedicated workspace + fast WiFi 💻 ✔️ Loft fitness area with stationary bike 🚴 ________________________________________ 🍽️ Kitchen & Dining ✔️ Fully stocked kitchen with Samsung appliances ✔️ Keurig coffee maker ☕ ✔️ Pantry basics + cookware essentials ✔️ Large dining table for group meals & gatherings ________________________________________ 🌄 Outdoor Living & Mountain Views ✔️ 3 private balconies with stunning Smoky Mountain views 🌅 ✔️ Private hot tub for relaxing evenings ♨️ ✔️ Wood-burning fire pit with seating 🔥 ✔️ Charcoal grill + outdoor dining area ✔️ Seasonal shared pool (May–September) 🏊 ✔️ Free parking + street parking available ✔️ Level 2 EV charger for convenience ⚡ ________________________________________ 📍 Prime Location – Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville Located just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, with easy access to the trolley and major attractions. You're perfectly positioned between Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, making it easy to explore everything the Smoky Mountains have to offer. ________________________________________ 📏 Nearby Attractions (Miles) ✔️ Downtown Gatlinburg – 2.5 miles ✔️ Anakeesta – 2.7 miles ✔️ Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies – 2.6 miles ✔️ Great Smoky Mountains National Park Entrance – 3.5 miles ✔️ Ober Mountain – 3.8 miles ✔️ Dollywood – 10.5 miles ✔️ The Island in Pigeon Forge – 9.5 miles ✔️ Publix Super Market at Parkway Village of Gatlinburg – 3.2 miles ✔️ The Old Mill Restaurant – 9.8 miles ✔️ Tanger Outlets Sevierville – 12.5 miles ________________________________________ 🎖️ Military & First Responder Discount ✔️ We proudly offer a 10% discount for: • Active Duty Military • Veterans • Police Officers • Firefighters ✔️ Requirements: • Reservation must be in the service member’s name • Name on reservation must match valid ID ✔️ Exclusions: • Not valid on major holidays 🧍‍♀️🚶‍♂️Perfect For ✔️ Large families & multi-generational groups ✔️ Game room & entertainment lovers ✔️ Guests wanting mountain views + hot tub relaxation ✔️ Travelers seeking a pet-friendly Smoky Mountain cabin 🐕 Pet Policy ✔️ Pet fee of $125 will be invoiced to you after you make your reservation - Just let us know if you will be bringing 1 or 2 dogs and we will send you a separate invoice. ✔️ Up to 2 dogs allowed with the paid pet fee. ✔️ Cats and other animals other than dogs are not allowed ⚠️ Things To Note ✔️ No check-in or check-out on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, or Christmas Day ✔️ Pet-friendly 🐶 ($125 fee, up to 2 medium dogs, no cats) ✔️ 4WD may be needed in snowy conditions ❄️ ✨ Book Your Smoky Mountain Getaway Today This is more than just a cabin—it’s your home base for exploring Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville. With unbeatable amenities, a prime location, and space for your entire group, dates fill quickly. Secure your stay now and experience the Smokies the way they were meant to be enjoyed. Guest access You will have access to the full home excluding 1 owner's closet. Other things to note Starter Pack and Linens: Included are towels, hand towels, washcloths, makeup wipes, sheets, quilts, extra blankets, pillows, and more. You will receive a sponge, dishwasher pods, detergent pods, travel-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, bar soap, and other extras we like to surprise you with. When using the wood-burning fire pit, please do not move the fire pit closer then 15 feet from the house per local fire code and ensure the spark screen is always covering your fire. ✔️Amenity Disclaimer Our cabins are packed with entertainment, arcades, gaming systems, theaters, and more which are designed to make your stay unforgettable. We work hard to ensure everything is in great working order prior to your arrival. However, with the high volume of amenities, occasional issues can happen, sometimes due to prior guest use or unexpected malfunctions. Please understand that refunds are not available for non-working amenities, but our team will always do everything possible to resolve any issues quickly. In some situations, repairs may require parts to be ordered, which can extend repair times.


What this property offers

Kitchen
Fast wifi – 374 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Exterior security cameras on property

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
Common Space
1 sofa bed
Common Space
1 sofa bed

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4.9 · 113 Reviews
Airbnb
Airbnb: 4.9 (93 reviews)
VRBO
VRBO: 4.9 (15 reviews)
Booking.com
Booking.com: 4.2 (5 reviews)
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We had a great stay at this cabin while visiting Tennessee! Everything was just as we expected, and we really enjoyed our time there. It was a great place to relax and spend time together. The only thing worth mentioning is the driveway is a little steep, so I wouldn’t recommend it in the snow 😂. Other than that, we had a great experience and would definitely stay again!
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Destinee

October 2026
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Airbnb
It was a great cabin overall, we really enjoyed the views especially as the sun started to set! Our kids always had something to do and none of us got bored once we got back from our day’s adventures!
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Elvis

October 2026
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Airbnb
This cabin is amazing!! It's nestled high in the mountains with a great view!! There were so many details like a coffee bar and shampoo and conditioner with hair dryers and qtips in the bathrooms. It felt like staying at a nice resort. It was so clean and new with a gorgeous modern rustic aesthetic. The basement with all the games was so much fun. We can't wait to come back!!!
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Jennifer Lam

October 2026
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VRBO
Great communication great property. Breath taking views in any weather. Trolly at the bottom of the mountain 5-7mins. Gatlinburg 10-14 minute ride. Pigeon Forge easy 20 mins. Prime location for beauty and access
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Adam

September 2026
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Airbnb
We had a great 5 night stay. We have been coming to the area for years but never stayed this far up in the mountains and it was the best trip yet. We saw bears every day, it had a great view, and more accommodations than you will have energy for.
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Adam

August 2026
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Airbnb
We loved our stay and loved how we saw bears every day we stayed. The drive way was a bit steep but other than that it was a great cabin.
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Edwin

August 2026
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Airbnb

Where you'll stay

  1. Sugarlands Distilling Company
    1.1 miles
  2. Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park & Ski Area
    1.1 miles
  3. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
    1.1 miles
  4. Tennessee Homemade Wines
    1.2 miles
  5. Ole Smoky Whiskey Barrelhouse
    1.2 miles
  6. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    1.3 miles

Booking policies

Good To Know
Check-in: After 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Contact
[email protected]865-505-7211
729 Rondayview Ln
Sevierville, TN 37876
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