Cabin in Buncombe County, NC
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cabin rental
Black Bear Summit, formerly Cool View Cabin, offers awe-inspiring views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake Lure, and the peaceful rolling ridges beyond. Nestled atop Gateway Mountain, a private, 3,000-acre nature preserve, this charming log cabin is the perfect retreat for family and friends seeking a quiet getaway that's still convenient to all that Western North Carolina has to offer.
About the Home
• Spacious kitchen with gourmet 6-burner gas range, dishwasher, two types of coffee makers (standard Drip and Keurig), and island seating for 4
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6
• Living room with wood stove, smart TV (streaming and satellite), books, games, and puzzles
• Wrap-around deck with outdoor dining and additional seating
• Upper-level loft with dedicated workspace and reading nook
• Lower-level recreation space with a poker table and access to the lower-level patio with a hot tub
Where to Unwind
• Two main-level bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower and a jetted soaking tub, can be accessed from the hallway
• Upper-level primary bedroom with king-size bed, Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and clawfoot soaking tub
Where to Explore
• Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 22 minutes
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Dove's Morning Fresh Market | 24 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trailhead | 28 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 30 minutes
• Lake Lure & Chimney Rock State Park | 30 minutes
• Blue Ridge Parkway | 35 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 45 minutes
• Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls!
Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snowplow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles.
We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community.
About the Home
• Spacious kitchen with gourmet 6-burner gas range, dishwasher, two types of coffee makers (standard Drip and Keurig), and island seating for 4
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6
• Living room with wood stove, smart TV (streaming and satellite), books, games, and puzzles
• Wrap-around deck with outdoor dining and additional seating
• Upper-level loft with dedicated workspace and reading nook
• Lower-level recreation space with a poker table and access to the lower-level patio with a hot tub
Where to Unwind
• Two main-level bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower and a jetted soaking tub, can be accessed from the hallway
• Upper-level primary bedroom with king-size bed, Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and clawfoot soaking tub
Where to Explore
• Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 22 minutes
• Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Dove's Morning Fresh Market | 24 minutes
• Catawba Falls Trailhead | 28 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 30 minutes
• Lake Lure & Chimney Rock State Park | 30 minutes
• Blue Ridge Parkway | 35 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 45 minutes
• Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls!
Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snowplow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles.
We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community.
Amenities at Black Bear Summit | Mountain Views & Hot Tub - 3 BR
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Buncombe County, NC
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
It was a great stay. The views were spectacular and the hot tub was a nice touch. The rooms were super clean
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
The view is outstanding. Cabin is wonderful!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2024
Fantastic cabin. Everything was wonderful. I’ve stayed in over 100 cabins in my life and this has the best view without question!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2024
We had a great time. The view was absolutely beautiful and cabin was really nice. We would stay there again.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(115 Ratings)
"It was a great stay. The views were spectacular and the hot tub was a nice touch. The rooms were super clean"
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