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10.0Outstanding
(52 Ratings)
"Great place! It was clean and fit our group well. Our host was very accomodating and had great communication. Thanks!"
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(52 Ratings)

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14 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

3 Little Bears Cabin at 3LittleBears Retreat

Disconnect & Reconnect in this elegant, spacious, and luxurious lodge on 3 Little Bears Retreat with views of the Smoky Mountains and the amenities of our Retreat adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
• Soaking Tub
• Rock Shower
• Hot tub
• Game Room
• Trails, Pond, Creek
• SOLO firepit & Pizza Oven!
• 3% For Nature but No Cleaning Fees-be a part of regeneration for the future-see below!
• Private and Secluded yet Convenient to both the National Park and Downtown Bryson City!

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Welcome to Three Little Bears Retreat, THE only place to retreat, reconnect, relax and experience great adventures in Bryson City! You’ll feel like a new person the moment you arrive at this view! Come retreat, renew, and refresh at our 55 acre regenerative nature retreat.

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Extra - Nuwati Hall & Spa - weddings, retreats, reunions, groups and spa services inquire for more information about our additional event and spa services.

Location

This cabin is located 5 minutes away from a variety of breweries, restaurants, the train, in downtown Bryson City. 1 Minute from the “Road to Nowhere” entrance of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. 10 Minutes from the “Deep Creek” Entrance to the National Park. 15 Minutes from Fontana Lake. 20 Minutes from either Nantahala or Cherokee. Limitless adventures abound where you can hike, bike, fly fish, raft, paddleboard and kayak to your heart's content.

And ONLY 1 hour from Asheville, 3 hours from Atlanta, 3 hours 20 min from Charlotte, and 2 hours from Greenville, SC

Cabin

Designed for comfort and adventure, this secluded cabin features breathtaking scenic views, access to the Retreat's trails/streams/creek/and oasis pond, and a luxurious interior, including a king master suite with clawfoot soaking tub and rock rain shower, two king bedrooms, a large bunk room, and a large game area—perfect for families and groups. Step onto the balconies to soak in the fresh mountain air and listen to Lands Creek roar along below, unwind in the hot tub, set off on an adventure on the trail, take plunge in the mountain stream fed pond, or gather around the Solo-smokeless firepit for unforgettable evenings under the stars.

Nature

Experience nature in a setting that immerses you in the culture and history of the area, the sustainable and regenerative efforts to nourish the environment by the Retreat, along with all the luxuries of the modern world. This luxury alpine lodge is the pinnacle of a mountain vacation where it is secluded and adjacent to the National Park; has trails, creeks, and ponds; provides the concierge level services of a resort; and is only minutes from wineries, whitewater rafting, hiking trails, waterfalls, the railroad and downtown Bryson City (the adventure capital of the Smokies!).

Sustainability & Regeneration

The Retreat is also on a constant quest towards not just sustainability, but regeneration of nature. We work with wildlife rehabilitators to heal and release injured wildlife, are actively working on healing our Hemlock trees from the adelgids that are killing them, have implemented our own recycling pickup and transfer program, and also look towards adaptive reuse and consistent modifications in the properties towards better energy efficiency and use of materials. The Retreat wants to be the great national park lodge model for the next generation and is constantly marching towards the Cherokee tradition of ᎣᏍᏓ ᎤᏃᏴᏫ (Osda Unolvtanv) "Sacred harmony with all living things" through our own motto of “Beyond Just Right, Be Livin’ Right.” Your “3% for the Mountains” resort fee goes directly to these ongoing efforts, and we appreciate you being a part of our path forward!

Privacy

Every cabin on the Retreat is designed to have incredible privacy. This cabin is located at the end of its driveway perched on a hill surrounded by old growth forests and beautiful mountain views.

Nightly rates vary based on specific dates. Weekends are priced higher.

Single Night Stays

One & Two-night stays are only allowed with last minute availability upon inquiry. Otherwise, a Three-night minimum is required.

Early Check-in + Late Checkout

We offer both early check-in (2 pm) and late checkout (1 pm) add-ons for $50. The amount is limited, though, depending on the date. Please message us to add it to your reservation.

Security Camera

There are two security cameras for the drive and one at the front entrance to the property

Liability Waiver

After booking, you will be asked to complete a Release of Liability Waiver. The waiver is a standard step we ask all guests to take, and it helps us continue offering unique stays in a natural setting.

Amenities at 3BearsCabin-Views-Creek-Groups-3LittleBearsRetreat

Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(52 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Apr 2025
Great place! It was clean and fit our group well. Our host was very accomodating and had great communication. Thanks!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jan 2025
The house/property was beautiful. So much to do on property and really no reason to leave! The garage pool room was a great time! The trails on the property were beautiful and even had a hidden oasis pond! The property manager communicated great and was able to quickly answer all questions. Even non house related ones about the best trials to hike. Everything was clean and easy to find/use.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Apr 2024
The location close to Bryson City and all it has to offer was great. It was perfect for several Christian men for a trout fishing retreat. Would definitely go back.
5.0 / 10.0·Jan 2022
Three families from Michigan, Florida, and south Carolina met in bryson city for a Christmas week vacation. The cabin was perfect. The adults had their own rooms and the kids (18, 15, 12 and 11) took over the basement bunk room. Plenty of space for all. Living areas were nicely furnished and the extra large dining table sat all 9 of us at once. Kitchen and appliances were modern. Enough dishes, etc for all. No cable TV but had Roku. An upgraded smart TV might be in order because so many people stream now. WiFi was adequate but spotty at times.Beds were comfortable and house was clean and looked like the photos.Location was perfect for what we wanted to do. We were 65 minutes away from skiing at Cataloochee and 15 minutes from a nice 3 waterfall hike. 15 minutes to 2 grocery stores and downtown area. We didn't eat out so can't comment on restaurants. Kids enjoyed the hot tub and swing off the porch. Owner was very responsive when we messed up the door lock! Caretaker also checked in with us and exchanged numbers if we needed someone local to help out.Strongly recommend this property for family vacations.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

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Is there a pool at this house?

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