Cabin in Watauga, NC
8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cabin rental
Enjoy fresh mountain air and peaceful atmosphere at Bear Tree Cabin! Cute as a button, it's nestled on the edge of a forest and gets its nickname from an unusual natural formation on a tree in the yard that looks like a bear is hugging it.
Our zip code is Sugar Grove, but the cabin is just 3 miles from the historic Mast General Store in Valle Crucis and is situated in a rural farming neighborhood just off of the Watauga River Road. Fishing, canoeing or swimming in the Watauga River is 2 miles away. Bring your mountain bike and enjoy the gentle grade of the Watauga River Road ... or for a little more adventure, let our resident mountain bike expert recommend a nearby trail that fits your abilities ...
A 4x4 or AWD vehicle is helpful for the short but somewhat steep gravel driveway.
Free-standing air conditioning units are located in the bedrooms for those occasional warm days in July & August. The cabin has ceiling fans in each bedroom and in both living areas. Warm blankets are also there for the cool summer nights!
Private setting, yet a very convenient location to Boone, Banner Elk and most area restaurants & attractions.
Shopping at the historic Mast General Store is only 3 miles away. Restaurants of all types are in Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock.
Zip-lining and snow tubing at Hawksnest is 25 minutes away. An Alpine Coaster ride is located in Banner Elk, across the road from Sugar Mountain Resort.
Pets not allowed.
During the winter months ... Three ski resorts are within a 25 to 40 minute drive. Snow tubing is an option for the non-skier at some resorts nearby. At the end of the day, come 'home' to a relaxing well-maintained hot tub. Four-wheel or All-wheel drive is needed for the gravel driveway if it snows and helpful even without snow.
We also own a Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Farm nearby that is open mid-November through early December. It's called Bear Wallow Choose & Cut Farm.
During most times of the year, we require a 2-night stay but it doesn't hurt to ask about a 1-night stay!
Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Birding, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking, Christmas Trees, Skiing, Tubing, Coaster, Tweetsie, Hiking, Nature, Wildflowers, Mountain Vacation, Bungalow
Our zip code is Sugar Grove, but the cabin is just 3 miles from the historic Mast General Store in Valle Crucis and is situated in a rural farming neighborhood just off of the Watauga River Road. Fishing, canoeing or swimming in the Watauga River is 2 miles away. Bring your mountain bike and enjoy the gentle grade of the Watauga River Road ... or for a little more adventure, let our resident mountain bike expert recommend a nearby trail that fits your abilities ...
A 4x4 or AWD vehicle is helpful for the short but somewhat steep gravel driveway.
Free-standing air conditioning units are located in the bedrooms for those occasional warm days in July & August. The cabin has ceiling fans in each bedroom and in both living areas. Warm blankets are also there for the cool summer nights!
Private setting, yet a very convenient location to Boone, Banner Elk and most area restaurants & attractions.
Shopping at the historic Mast General Store is only 3 miles away. Restaurants of all types are in Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock.
Zip-lining and snow tubing at Hawksnest is 25 minutes away. An Alpine Coaster ride is located in Banner Elk, across the road from Sugar Mountain Resort.
Pets not allowed.
During the winter months ... Three ski resorts are within a 25 to 40 minute drive. Snow tubing is an option for the non-skier at some resorts nearby. At the end of the day, come 'home' to a relaxing well-maintained hot tub. Four-wheel or All-wheel drive is needed for the gravel driveway if it snows and helpful even without snow.
We also own a Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Farm nearby that is open mid-November through early December. It's called Bear Wallow Choose & Cut Farm.
During most times of the year, we require a 2-night stay but it doesn't hurt to ask about a 1-night stay!
Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Birding, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking, Christmas Trees, Skiing, Tubing, Coaster, Tweetsie, Hiking, Nature, Wildflowers, Mountain Vacation, Bungalow
Amenities at Valle Crucis area near Banner Elk & Boone. Private with Hot Tub! See Our Reviews
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Watauga, NC
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Need more storage for clothing.
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
We enjoyed the location and serenity of the cabin. There is no central heat/hair but the individual heaters and the electric heaters downstairs kept it pretty cozy. The hot tub was very clean and the string lights behind. It gave it a nice relaxing touch. The driveway is steep. However, it is manageable without four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive if you know how to do it. I have a sedan and as long as I kept a good speed, I made it up the driveway with no problems. There are large divets and places where the driveway looks like it’s eroded or washed out so just be mindful of those areas when driving a sedan. We had a few hiccups with the cabin but the host responded quickly and was very gracious. We would consider staying here again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
The entire experience was amazing! From great communication, to the cabin itself; every part of this weekend was perfect! My husband and I had such a relaxing time, the bed was perfect, the place was cozy and peaceful, and the watching the snow fall just topped it! We will definitely come back
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Took my whole family on a ski trip for my 50th birthday, 6 adults, two kids, and it couldn’t have been any better of a trip starting with this wonderful gem we came across! Absolutely beautiful on the inside, plenty of room, and oh so cozy! Felt comfortable we made a great choice. Sooo quiet ! Had everything we needed to cook meals as far as utensils and pots/pans, silverware, etc. And the jacuzzi was the cherry on top! Especially since this 50 year old still snowboards. I definitely recommend staying here, and will hopefully stay here again. 10/10
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9.9Outstanding
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"The entire experience was amazing! From great communication, to the cabin itself; every part of this weekend was perfect! My husband and I had such a relaxing time, the bed was perfect, the place was ..."
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