Terrific! Awesome! Fantastic!!

The Family Five (Jacksonville, FL)
Review submitted: August 10, 2009   Date of arrival: July 27, 2009

This was our first time staying in a cabin in Pigeon Forge and my family could not have had a better experience. The view was spectacular and the cabin was very well equipped and maintained. Lois was very friendly and easy to work with and we loved that we could bring our 12 year old cockerpoo with us on our vacation. If you are looking for a fantastic cabin, I highly recommend Bears Den. . .you will not be disappointed. When we come to Pigeon Forge again, I will be contacting Lois about Bears Den. :)

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, romantic getaway

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Best birthday ever!

Missy K. (Charlotte,NC)
Review submitted: March 23, 2013   Date of arrival: March 7, 2013

A long weekend with my husband, mother, stepdaughter & her boyfriend and our boxer Scarlett. I could not have had a better birthday weekend. The cabin is wonderful. We loved the game room downstairs and loved that there was a bedroom on the main floor for my disabled mother. The views are great & the decks are pretty big. We loved having the privacy of the bedrooms on each floor. The hill is very steep going up to the cabin so thankfully the weather was great! We shopped & shopped and spent the evenings grilling at home together. The owner was quick to respond to a small issue with a TV, he was there first thing the next morning to fix it. We would definitely recommend this cabin to our friends & family & we would love to come back too! It's pretty convenient to every thing.

Recommended for: people with disabilities, pet-friendly

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Wonderful Time

Melvin (WVA)
Review submitted: January 31, 2013   Date of arrival: December 18, 2012

My family & I had a wonderful time in Tenn..The cabin was perfect for us with 3 grandson's they really enjoyed the family room downstairs..We enjoyed Dollywood , The Old Mill , Apple Barn also Hatfield & McCoy's dinner show..Thanks for having everything we needed in the cabin..oh almost forgot Parrot Mountain was wonderful and a must see...We hope to come back in the spring and will highly recommend to every one...

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Great Time

Ashley (NY)
Review submitted: January 30, 2013   Date of arrival: January 8, 2013

Thanks so much we had a great time as we do every year.Love your cabin it is very nice.See ya in Dec and again next year..Thanks Again

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A Wonderful Vacation

Todd (Pa)
Review submitted: January 30, 2013   Date of arrival: December 12, 2012

Tom-Thanks for sharing your beautiful cabin it is just WONDERFUL..We loved the fact that it has 3 different levels as there was 3 couples and we all had our privacy..Cabin was just right for us esp the fact that our dog Corkey was able to join us.The view was spectacular,the cabin was so comfy & enviting.Loved the hot tub & the rockers/swing on the deck.The Aquarium in Gatlinburg was awesome and we enjoyed the titanic as well.Dinner at Bennetts provided good fried green tomatoes & ribs.Old Smoky Tn Moonshine is a must see & the Apple Barn has great wines and fried apple pie's..The cabin was very relaxing with lots to do inside and outside of the cabin.Hopefully we can make the trip again soon with our friend's or family .Tennessee has been a great experience.Would diefinetly recommend the cabin .A fabulous getaway !!! Thanks for the memories !!!...

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Enjoyed Our Stay

Review submitted: November 21, 2012   Date of arrival: April 13, 2011

Dear Tom & Lois
Larry,Angie,Rudy enjoyed their stay at your cabin.Thanks for making it available.

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Great Time

Review submitted: November 21, 2012   Date of arrival: April 7, 2011

Tom & Lois
Our family had a great time in your cabin ! My dad and i loved the hot tub most of all.We travel here from Ohio,the weather was perfect except when it was stormy and got up to 85.About improvements i have no suggestions.This cabin is perfect !Thank You so much..

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Enjoyed Our Stay

Review submitted: November 21, 2012   Date of arrival: July 7, 2010

My family enjoyed thier stay.I highly recommend this cabin.I will tell my friends the place is much better than staying in a hotel !!!...

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Enjoyed Our Stay

Review submitted: November 21, 2012   Date of arrival: June 2, 2010

Dear Tom & Lois
We enjoyed our stay at your cabin.We (the mom & dad) got the whole upstairs and that in itself was terrific ! We looked at some of the other places we could have stayedand we are thrilled we went with you.Accommadations were great ,we had everything we needed.Loved the large Jacuzzi bathtub.We shopped a little,went to near by cities the Gatlinburg Space Needle,Sky Lift and the Losr Sea Caverns But mostly we just relaxed and it was heavenly.You can be sure we will call and stay again..
Thank You

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Beautiful Cabin

Review submitted: November 21, 2012   Date of arrival: May 21, 2010

Dear Tom & Lois
Thank you so much for letting us use your beautiful cabin,we realy enjoyed ourselves,the area was so nice.May God Bless you both

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**Gorgeous view**

Tacks (McMurray, PA USA)
Review submitted: September 4, 2012   Date of arrival: August 4, 2012

Awesome place to stay! Cabin was so homey and nicely appointed, we didn't ever want to leave. Loved the fact that we could take our doggy, and we felt so comfortable there with everything we could have possibly needed to enjoy our stay. We would definately recommend to friends and family = )

Recommended for: families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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The cabin was clean and very well equipped with everything you needed. Made us feel at home.

gram (White Hall, WV/ us)
Review submitted: July 23, 2012   Date of arrival: July 14, 2012

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin and going to Dolly Wood, Splash Country, our grandsons loved the cabin as well, the hot tub and the nice pool that was within walking distance. We love going to the shows Comedy Barn and Hatfields and McCoys dinner show, great laughs for all ages!!!
Parrot Mountain was another exciting place to see very interesting to learn about the birds, beautiful surroundings...

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Awesome!

Barb C. (Stanford, Kentucky)
Review submitted: July 2, 2012   Date of arrival: June 18, 2012

The cabin was everything it was described to be and more. I cannot think of one thing negative to say about it. My daughter, son-in-law, and grandson all had a wonderful time. The cabin is so spacious and clean and well supplied. The hot tub and jacuzzi were great. We all enjoyed the pool. I hope to stay in the same cabin every year from now on!! Thanks for a great vacation.

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Great Cabin, Great Vacation

Kip (Alabama)
Review submitted: January 17, 2012   Date of arrival: January 13, 2012

Cabin was wonderful, this was our second time to stay here. Just as described, roomy, great view, well stocked, we really enjoyed the stay. The location is convenient to the parkway, but out enough that you get the feel of being in the mountains. The owners were good to deal with and we enjoyed getting to take our pet. I highly recommend this cabin!

Recommended for: families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway

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Beautiful & Relaxing

Susan (Alabama)
Review submitted: January 10, 2012   Date of arrival: December 27, 2011

We slept late, enjoyed the beautiful views, the pool table, the many movies, etc. We just enjoyed being with our families. It was convienent to have tv's in every bedroom as well as the living room & the game room too. That way everyone had a tv if they wanted to watch something else. The cabin was beautiful & was very clean. We hope to be able to come back another time & will recommend it to friends & other family members as well.

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Our Christmas vacation

Esa (Selmer, Tn)
Review submitted: December 20, 2011   Date of arrival: December 16, 2011

We loved the cabin!!! It was perfect had a beautiful mountain view and was not far from all the shops, rides, and shows... will definatly be going again and hoping to get this cabin our next stay...A+ from our family.. Thanks for sharing your cabin with my family.....
Mitchells
Selmer, tn

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3 BR & 3 Bath Cabin

Smokeyjo (Marietta, Georgia)
Review submitted: December 15, 2011   Date of arrival: December 11, 2011

Very clean and convient to Pigeon Forge.
Beautiful scenery from cabin. Pleanty of room for 3 couples.
Lots of amenities.
Would come back again and again

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, tourists without a car

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Nice Home/ Nice Owners

trg (Atlanta, GA)
Review submitted: November 30, 2011   Date of arrival: November 20, 2011

Overall a satifactory experience. House was ready when we got there at 3:15. Decor was just like the photos. Hot Tub was functioning but looked like it needed to be drained and scrubbed. Could have just been permanent stains as the water seemed okay. The bedrooms were comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean. Some age showing for the living room furniture. TV's were everywhere which was nice. However, we could never get the DVD and VCR on the larger screen TV's to work. Good movie selections. Note: Check Dollywood winter schedule before planning your trip. Dixie Stampede Christmas show was fun for the kids. Smoky Mountain Christmas show was decent. Beautiful view from the decks. Neighbors are much closer than you think. Owners were very nice.

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Rainy Days in Pigeon Forge

trg (Atlanta, GA)
Review submitted: November 30, 2011   Date of arrival: November 20, 2011

Overall a satifactory experience. House was ready when we got there at 3:15. Decor was just like the photos. Hot Tub was functioning but looked like it needed to be drained and scrubbed. Could have just been permanent stains as the water seemed okay. The bedrooms were comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean. Some age showing for the living room furniture. TV's were everywhere which was nice. However, we could never get the DVD and VCR on the larger screen TV's to work. Good movie selections. Note: Check Dollywood winter schedule before planning your trip. Dixie Stampede Christmas show was fun for the kids. Smoky Mountain Christmas show was decent. Beautiful view from the decks. Neighbors are much closer than you think. Owners were very nice.

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Everything Was Great !

Don (NY)
Review submitted: November 24, 2011   Date of arrival: August 21, 2011

Everything was great , awesome view's, awesome cabin, The owner's are very helpful and the process of booking the cabin was so easy..I will recommend to all my family & friend's to stay at Bear's Den..we will definatly be back real soon...
Don

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Yes it truly has it all !

David (PA)
Review submitted: November 24, 2011   Date of arrival: August 19, 2011

This was our 2nd time staying at Bears Den with our 2 fur baby's and it was as beautiful and clean as ever..Unbelievable view's !.. pefect LOCATION to all the local attracton's and shopping, easy in and easy out with paved access (no 4 wheel drive needed) and a very accommodating owner ,will definitely rent again! We had a really GOOD TIME...
David

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Top Vacation

Al (Missippi)
Review submitted: November 22, 2011   Date of arrival: August 24, 2011

We just returned back home and wanted to tell you what a wonderful vacation we had at Bear's Den..It was one of our top favorite vacation's..The View was great , the location perfect we hate driving in all the traffic to go to all the attraction's so Bear's Den was perfect..The cabin was so clean & nice...Gosh how we hated to leave need at least 1 more week to relax there..We stayed busy shopping and sightseeing it was wonderful to jump in the hottub in the evening and my husband & kids really enjoyed the game room playing pool..Thank you for everything we all loved it...Next time we plan on staying longer...
Albert

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We Love This Place !

Matt (WVA)
Review submitted: November 22, 2011   Date of arrival: September 6, 2011

We loved this place ! ... totally great cabin and the owner's couldn't have been better..So friendly and alway's ready to answer any concern's you may have about tHe cabin or what to do in the area..This was our 2nd stay at Bear's Den any it will not be our last..If anyone wont's a real special place to build memories...then Bear's Den is your place..It was everything the owner's saId it would be plus more the pictures do not do it justice..The decor is in a class by itself ,Suprises around every corner the cabin is beautiful..The beds such comfort wish i could take it home with me..Thanks Tom for the memories and the beautiful view's...Already made my summer reservation's..

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50th Birthday...AWESOME Cabin !

Sally (Columbus Ohio)
Review submitted: November 22, 2011   Date of arrival: November 23, 2010

My 50th Birthday and our 24th Wedding Anniversary couldn't have been better it was a AWESOME experince at Bear's Den...The View is totally awesome and the full wall of glass made it even better..We really needed the time away and the time together once again.We felt like teenager's again soaking in the hottub very relaxing and ton's of fun..Thanks so much to the wonderful cabin owner's Tom & Lois..We will be back in the spring.
Sally

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Unhappy.

hipmomma (Dothan,Alabama)
Review submitted: November 21, 2011   Date of arrival: November 12, 2011

I read the information for this rental and no where did it say on the side of a mountain, in fact said wheelchair accessible, senior citizen friendly. You park your auto at a very inclined slope, walk side ways to ramp, and enter cabin. The dishwasher was full, cobb webs and generaly not clean. I had asked about location as I have a fear of extreme height before renting. We arrived and called owner immediately to ask for another place, just close curtains,he said, had rented the cabin for 3 nights, stayed one only. We have a pet paid that amount and cleaning fee, locked up and left.I know we were in the mountains, have been many times, this was not represented with fact.

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80th Birthday Celebration

Mamaw (Marion, Kentucky)
Review submitted: October 2, 2011   Date of arrival: September 26, 2011

The cabin was great: Just like the ad said. Plenty of room, great view and close to points of interest, while still being in the mountains. We took in the Tennessee Shindig (Legends Show was very good). My grandson went to Parrot Mountain and had a blast. We went up the mountain in the tram and enjoyed it but the animals at the top were disappointing. Aquarium was great. Shopping was a hit. The three levels of the cabin allowed us to spread out and not get on each others nerves (since we ranged in age from 8 months to 80 years). Would recommend this to anyone wanting a clean, comfortable, well-maintained place to stay. Rates for what we got were better than excellent. Cabin owner was excellent to work with.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Great Cabin !!!

Sarah (Fla)
Review submitted: June 9, 2011   Date of arrival: April 28, 2011

Thanks Tom for allowing us to stay at Bears Den.We had a great time with all of our family meeting in Tn..My favorite moments at the cabin was feeding the hummingbirds.watching the sunset from the deck (BEAUTIFUL),swimming with the kids,Spending time with family,drinking coffee in the morning on the deck..Your cabin is BEAUTIFUL we had a wonderful time!Thanks for providing a clean place for us!I hope we can stay here again next year..
Sarah

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Favorite Cabin

Woody (Ms)
Review submitted: June 7, 2011   Date of arrival: May 9, 2011

I have visited the Smoky Mtn lots of times and have rented lots of different cabins and i would have to say tat Bears Den out shines them all..beautiful cabin,fantastic views,so clean and had everthing that i could have wonted on my vacation..not to mention having a SUPER LOCATION to everthing..I would higly recommend this beautiful cabin !
Charles & Cindy

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Hope To Come Back Real Soon

m&m (Fla)
Review submitted: June 7, 2011   Date of arrival: March 16, 2011

We had a wonderful time in Tn it could not have been better ! ..We went go-carting,wonderworks,Dixie-Stampede and they all were TERRIFFIC!! had a ball...Ate at Texas Roadhouse and Fuddruckers (OH YES GOOD)..Favorite moments was staying at this cabin we fit 12 people no problem at all. We had so much fun i hope to come back SOON..P.S. stayed it the hot tub all night...HA,HA, Goodbye !

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LOVED OUR STAY !!!

BJ (Ohio)
Review submitted: February 4, 2011   Date of arrival: October 25, 2010

Lois we had a terriffic vacation could not have been better...Kids loved the swimming pool and hot tub..The weather was great,cabin was beautiful , very clean, had everything we needed to have a wonderful vacation..We plan on returning in the spring so will be calling you for reservations...Betty

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Awesome!!! Loved It !!!

TSN (Ca)
Review submitted: February 4, 2011   Date of arrival: October 20, 2010

Tom we really enjoyed our stay at Bears Den we had a awesome time so beautiful..very clean , well equipped with everthing we needed..Will highly recommend to all my friends...

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Never Forget

G.W. (ILL)
Review submitted: February 4, 2011   Date of arrival: October 13, 2010

Tom just wonted to say thank you so much for making our vacation one that we will never forget...It was by far the best vacation ever..Your cabin is so beautifully decorated with the Bear theme kids loved it..Our family had the time of thier life during our stay there are we all are ready to book again for the fall season again.Can't wait ! Thanks so much ! Gary

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Perfect Location

sparkie's mom (MS)
Review submitted: October 27, 2010   Date of arrival: October 15, 2010

Thank you Lois and Tom for allowing my husband, Mom and me to stay in your beautiful cabin with our two dogs. The location was great. No steep mountain roads to climb (especially after dark) and close to Dollywood as described. We could hear the Dollywood train whistle. Views were beautiful. We found it very convienient to travel on some of the back streets and avoid the traffic. The cabin was exactly as pictured. The ramp entrance worked well for Mom.The kitchen was well appointed. Flat screen TV's were wonderful. I wish we could have taken advantage of the indoor pool. It looked so inviting. We hope to be able to return soon.

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HAD A GREAT TIME AND WE WILL BE RENTING IT AGAIN

Ron (Sand Springs, Oklahoma)
Review submitted: October 3, 2010   Date of arrival: September 22, 2009

OUR FAMILY HAS ENJOYED RENTING THIS CABIN AGAIN AND AGAIN AND WE REALLY ENJOY OUR STAYS THER. WE HAD ANOTHER GREAT TIME WITH FRIENDS OF OUR THIS TIME AND WE WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND OTHERS TO STAY HERE.
THANKS AGAIN FOR ALLOWING US TO STAY. MAY GOD BLESS

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Cabin was GREAT !!!

kiss8767 (SC)
Review submitted: August 30, 2010   Date of arrival: August 26, 2010

Bears Den cabin was great !!!....We just got to say 3 nights for our Honeymoon..Everything was perfect! Lois was a joy to work with during the whole rental process..The location is perfect to visit Dollywood/Splash Country and everything Pigeon Forge has to offer ( GREAT SHOWS) AND ( TERRIFIC FOOD) and Gatlinburg a very short drive away..I highly recommend Bears Den to anyone vacationing in the Beautful Smoky Mountains...
Kristy

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Very Pleased !!!

Marilyn (Al)
Review submitted: August 30, 2010   Date of arrival: August 23, 2010

After a long drive,we were so pleased to have arrived at Bears Den.We found the cabin to be spacious,very clean and well stocked.The view was spectacular in the morning while setting on the deck enjoying my 1st cup of coffee we loved watching the hummingbirds...My family has visited the Smoky's several different times over the years and have never rented a vacation rental that we were 100% satisified with like we were with Bears Den and the owners ...Tom & Lois they were wonderful to rent from they go the extra mile to make sure you enjoy your vacation time spent in thier lovely cabin..I love the Smoky Mountains wish i could move here...the weather was perfect for hiking and of course shopping in Pigeon Forge..We went to Dollywood and Splash Country had a ball LOVED IT !!!...We also went to Comedy Barn recommened by Lois it was terrific ...Just can't thank Tom & Lois enough for accommadating my family...sure cant wait to return...
Marilyn

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Location !! Terrific !!!

jjrobo6767 (Ky)
Review submitted: August 24, 2010   Date of arrival: July 19, 2010

Tom this was our very first cabin rental in the Beautiful Smoky Mountains and it was terrific ! What we loved the most about your cabin was the location so close to everything it could not have been better...The cabin was beautiful and the kids loved playing pool and getting into the hot tub.We went white water rafting and had a ball ( out very 1st time)..We have told all our friends and family about your beautiful cabin and highly recommened it to everyone....We plan on being back next summer so look for us to call you...
Jeff

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Review submitted: August 22, 2010   Date of arrival: July 19, 2010

Tom & Lois just wonted to let you know we had a wonderful vacation at Bears Den..the decor is beautiful...We went to Dollywood and Splash Country and had a great time we loved it..We also went to Tennesse Shindig at the 5 oclock show and enjoyed it so much we went back for the one they had at 8 (Highly Reommened)...Also 5 guys burgers & fries delicious ..they serve the fries in a paper bag enough to feed at least 4 people it was great food..My mouth is watering...LOL...We will be back.... there is so much we wonted to see and do but i really feel like you need at least a month and that would not be enough time..We will be calling you....

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Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: July 21, 2010

You have a wonderful cabin,we really enjoyed our visit.It was just too short! Hopefully ,we can come back and stay longer...
Cindy

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TO SHORT

Wanda6789 (Ga)
Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: June 26, 2010

Our family loved our stay in your beautiful cabin BUT it was just to short !!! There is so much to see and do in the Beautiful Smoky Mountain that 2 weeks would not have been enough..Oh well we will just have to come back and be assured it will be to Bears Den... we loved the location and your beautiful cabin..You have truly made it possible for familys to make wonderful memories..Tom & Lois i truly pray that GOD will bless you always for you geniune hospitality...
Wanda

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WOW !!! WONDERFUL !!!

sn6789 (IL)
Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: June 16, 2010

WOW!!! Everything was wonderful!!! .We throughly enjoyed our stay in your spacious cabin.It was the perfect place for a family that consisted of grandmother,grandfather,2 daughters,2-son in laws, and 2 beautiful grandbabies..The location of Bears Den was awesome could not have been better for all the attractions in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg..The Blackbear Jamboree is a awesome show..We also went to the Smith Family Theatre the food was really really good ( buffet ) all you can eat .and the show was outstanding could not have been better...Can't wait till we visit Bears Den and the BEAUTIFUL Smoky Mountains again.....HIGHLY RECOMMENED !!!!
Sherry

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Incredible Weekend !!!

dj5678 (SC)
Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: June 26, 2010

What a truly incedible weekend we had in your beautiful cabin.For this group of tired and mentally exhausted senior citizens..this was just what the Dr would order..More than one area to unwind is such a blessing...The decor and attention to detail for our every comfort was truly appreciated...We went to the Comedy Barn as suggested by Tom ( cabin owner ) it was a TERRIFIC show highly recommened !!! We love nature so the beautiful Smoky Mountain Nat Park claimed a lot of time hiking the trails..Tom is a terrific owner and so nice to do business with..We already have made our reservation for our fall trip..Yes we are leaf peepers...LOL
David

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Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: August 2, 2010

tom, we had a wonderful time, the views from your cabin were breath taking , it was so funny our border collie sammi had never spent time to amount to anything on hardwood flooors. my husband and i stayed in the bedroom upstairs in the loft area and every night ron had to carry sammi up the stairs and then he wouldn't get off the bed and every morning he would carry him down again. the grand kids said that their papa spoiled sammi as much as he does them. so even sammi loved the cabin he got to spend quality time also,ha,ha. needless to say next trip to pigeon forge will be at bears den. thanks again for some much needed rest and oh by the way watching the hummingbirds from the back deck was great. one of our sons got a picture in mid air at the feeders. awesome, i would recommend your cabin to anyone who wants to enjoy a great time in the mountains that is just minutes away from everything. tell your wife that the decor of the great is wonderful, if she doesn't do interrior decorating, she missed her calling. thanks again, and may god bless and keep you.from the whole family

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Review submitted: August 20, 2010   Date of arrival: July 29, 2010

Thanks Lois, We really enjoyed our stay and your cabin is very nice. Would definetly like to return someday!

Debbie

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Never Again

Matt (Virginia)
Review submitted: August 18, 2010   Date of arrival: August 8, 2010

If you have young children, be warned that this is a three story building with all hardwood floors. While they do provide gates, they're not to be trusted.

Oh, and it has smoke detectors that like to randomly go off in the middle of then night,...repeatedly.

Personally, I can not recommend this place. But then again, I wouldn't recommend Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg either. So take it with a grain of salt.

With the remnant pet hair and the unsettling nature of the smoke detectors, we only stayed 3 nights out of 7 that we paid for. We hoped given the circumstances Tom would refund a portion of our fee. No such luck.

I will not be dealing with these owners again. Maybe you will have better luck with them.

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Review submitted: July 29, 2010   Date of arrival: July 17, 2010

Lois,
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to TN. Although it seems we brought the hot weather from Florida with us. The cabin was great, everyone was comfortable and we found it to be centrally located to everything we did. I've already recommended it to a friend. Thanks so much for providing us a great place for us!!


Tracie

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Amazing!!! You should stay here!!

Rebecca (Chicago, IL)
Review submitted: July 19, 2010   Date of arrival: July 10, 2010

Thank you so much to Tom & Lois for providing us with such a wonderful cabin for our vacation!!! We loved everything about the cabin, it was clean AND beautiful!! We actually felt like we were at home! The hummingbird feeders provided hours of fun for us and the kids! The pool was also great and I would recommend to anyone that after you eat that big dinner to walk down to the pool and back up the hill. Any time we return to the area we know where we will be staying!! The decorations were wonderful, we even went into Gatlinburg looking for some of the same ones to put in our log cabin! The jacuzzi in the loft was heavenly and so quiet that we didn't wake up everyone in the entire house. I just can't tell you enough about this cabin, but for anyone who has the opportunity, it is wonderful and you CAN'T beat the price!!!

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Fantastic !

KAY90 (IN)
Review submitted: June 27, 2010   Date of arrival: June 22, 2010

Bears Den was Fantastic !!! The location was perfect with incredible views! If you like 5 star accommodations and customer service then Bears Den is the place to go...We loved all the little touches around the cabin that made it feel like home..Lounging in the hot tub at night was exhilarating..We were out a lot during the day , but we eagerly anticipated our return to Bears Den each evening..,,,We went to the magic show in Pigeon Forge and it was a terrific show highly recommend seeing it.....also the new Titanic is a must see...there is so much to see and do in Pigeon Forge we have always stayed in Gatlinburg but wonted to try Pigeon Forge this trip and was so happy that we did we love it !! I've never seen anyone that cared so much about making sure thier customers were completely sastified as Tom does , he is s auper nice guy ..In fact i felt more like a friend than a customer....Needless to say we will stay at Bears Den again on our next trip to Smoky Mountains .....
Kay

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Review submitted: June 24, 2010   Date of arrival: June 10, 2010

Hi Lois,
We had a great vacation and loved your cabin. We'll definitely consider a return visit!
Best,
Amanda

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Wonderful time in the Smokies

arlen50 (NY)
Review submitted: June 23, 2010   Date of arrival: June 11, 2010

What a wonderful time we had in the Smokies..Our first trip..We did some hiking in the National Park & went to the Comedy Barn " Great Show" good clean family fun...highly recommend.....The cabin was beautiful . well- equipped , & so clean...What we loved most was the location-so close to Dollywood/Splash Country..We loved it !!! and will return sooin
Curtis

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ad doesn't do it justice

Di (Lawton Michigan)
Review submitted: June 22, 2010   Date of arrival: June 12, 2010

We had an absolute wonderful time. We expected something average by the pictures but it was so much more than that. the cabin had everything you could want and more. The owners greeted us and made sure everything was perfect. Which it was, we did not want to leave. The hot tub was wonderful after a day of rafting, tubing and hiking. Loved the movies collection. We woke up to coffee and sat out on the deck next to a little waterfall each morning as I would read my stories of the mountains. We hope to do it again sometime. It was the nicest place we have stayed at in the Carolinas. This was like our 6th visit so we did have places to compare it to.

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My 1st Time VRBO but not the last !!!

Review submitted: June 18, 2010   Date of arrival: June 11, 2010

Thank you so much, We had a great time and enjoyed the cabin. Wished we could have stayed another week.The beds were the best we have ever sleep on. When you got on them you did not roll to the middle,they were good and firm.First time we had a dog with us and it was a joy watching him go up and down the steps. Everything worked fine. This was the first time i reneted from individals and will do it again. Thanks for allowing us to stay. DARRYL EMORY.

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Review submitted: June 8, 2010   Date of arrival: March 31, 2010

We have stayed at many different cabins in the Smokies,and Bears Den rates as the best one yet..Super CLEAN,great views!! ,beautifully decorated, and the perfect LOCATION to Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg....plus all the amenities anyone could ask for.The owners are friendly and very accommodating to meet your needs ...We highly recommend Bears Den to everyone...We will be back to rent this cabin for sure...
Kristan & Family

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Review submitted: June 8, 2010   Date of arrival: May 21, 2010

We had a great time at Bears Den.The weather was perfect the cabin is well equiped and decorated so cute,we slept great each night.The VIEWS are AWESOME!!!! .Thank so much for the use of your cabin, Tom & Lois are super owners to rent from...Everything was PERFECT !!!
Rose Anna

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Great Location

Alex4545 (Al)
Review submitted: June 5, 2010   Date of arrival: May 12, 2010

Tom & Lois
We love your cabin...talk about hassle free ...the location for our vacation to Dollywood was PERFECT !!!!....I hate driving in traffic and getting to the cabin by traveling Veterns Highway was a BLESSING ...missed all that traffic....LOL.... The resort was beautiful and the kids had a wonderful time in the swimming pool and playing pool...the grown ups loved the hot tub after the day after Dollywood....I would highly recommend your cabin to everyone that dont like setting in traffic...LOL
Alex

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Perfect

Ron5656 (VA)
Review submitted: June 5, 2010   Date of arrival: May 10, 2010

Tom
Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin..We loved this place so close to Dollywood and everthing in Pigeon Forge...What a great time we had...Already making plans for our next stay at Bear Den....
Ben

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Great Location !

longt (VA)
Review submitted: May 17, 2010   Date of arrival: May 14, 2010

Tom
Thank you for opening up your beautiful cabin to us it was wonderful..We had a great time at the cabin and all the surrounding attractions...Bears Den has the best location to enjoy all there is to do and see in the Beautiful Smoky Mountains..We drove out to Wears Valley and had lunch at Bear Camp Grill "pulled pork dinner" it was delicious really good food..They was having a community yard sale and we found lots of items from the civil war ...my husband had a terrific time he loves the civil war stuff..After we spent a day out the indoor heated pool felt like heaven we all just relaxed...The kids had a blast playing pool and watching movies from your collection of movies..We will be back to stay again and highly recommend Smoky Mountain Retreat to everyone...
Patricia

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Awesome Views

Mike 0909 (Fl)
Review submitted: May 16, 2010   Date of arrival: May 10, 2010

Tom & Lois
We are so glad that we choose to come back to stay at Bears Den for our vacation we fell in love with it.. so beauiful,clean,cozy & inviting ..We love setting on the deck with our morning coffee and listening to the sounds of nature. The location is perfect just a few minutes from everything..Your cabin truly has it all !
Mike

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Great Location

rennie0909 (KY)
Review submitted: May 16, 2010   Date of arrival: May 3, 2010

Tom
We had a wonderful vacation at Bears Den your cabin is so beautiful ,cozy & homey, decorated beautifully... love the bear theme..The kids loved the indoor swimming pool they could have stayed in there and never went no where..had to make them get out LOL...We truly had a wonderful time....See you in tge fall...
Larry

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Frankie6 (Hershey Pa)
Review submitted: March 10, 2010   Date of arrival: March 10, 2010

Tom thanks to you and Lois for the spectacular cabin the view was awesome! It was so comfortable we enjoyed it so much we didnt feel the need the venture far...We all needed to relax and Bears Den gave it to us..My husband works a lot and never has time to just kick back and relax and watch movies so he really enjoyed all the movies in your movie libary said he got to watch more movies than he ever has in his life he LOVED IT...I love to cook and really enjoyed the really nice cookware you have and having that really big table for us all to set down to dinner was just wonderful we all LOVED it...Be Blessed...A great big thanks from all of us you will hear from us again..GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS
The Long Family

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Wayne12 (Harrisburg Va)
Review submitted: March 9, 2010   Date of arrival: March 9, 2010

Hi Tom & Lois I just wonted to thank you guys I LOVED IT ..just cant put into words how much me and my family enjoyed your beautiful cabin Bears Den..I love to cook for my family and having the really nice cookware and the BIG table where we all could sit down together for dinner was wonderful..The kitchen was fully stocked with everthing i needed to cook a great meal for my loved ones..We all needed to relax and Bears Den gave it to me and my family...My husband works a lot and never has time to relax and watch tv so he really enjoyed all the movies you have in your movie libary..said he watched more movies than he ever has in his life..LOL...A great big thanks from us to you.Be Blessed... you will hear from us againWayne & Barbara

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Teressa (Wabash ,IN)
Review submitted: March 2, 2010   Date of arrival: March 2, 2010

My wife and I had a great time staying at Bears Den.It was a very relaxing time for both of us.It was our first time to visit Pigeon Forge,Tn area.The cabin was very cozy.On our 2nd night we had a 2-3 in snowfall which made it even more of a picture perfect setting,We will definitely try to come back to Bears Den in the near future.We will recommend to all our friends and family.Thank you Tom for sharing your beautiful cabin with us.
Nathan & Mandy Gravely

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Great Place To Stay

ann56970 (Athens Ga)
Review submitted: February 22, 2010   Date of arrival: January 12, 2010

Tom
Your cabin Bears Den is beautiful , we had a wonderful time! Your cleaners are doing a terrific job everything was clean and neat. Very homey and so cozy we hated to leave.The children loved the indoor heated pool & the pool table.My husband and I wont to come back for a romantic getawy real soon..We loved it....
Ann

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Paula43 (Jacksonville Fla)
Review submitted: February 22, 2010   Date of arrival: February 22, 2010

We have rented many cabins in Pigeon Forge Tn and Gatlinburg over the years.. Bears Den is on top of our list of cabins we will come back and stay in again...Tom i have to give you 5 stars it was a wonderful place we had a roaring good time.Bears Den afforded us every feature we could ever wont and then some...The cabin was in immaculate condition and obviously well taken care of...The quality and condition of all the amenities surpassed our expectations..The location was serene to say the least,but so close to everything..exactly the peaceful relaxing get away we needed! We have already discussed our next visit...We cant wait till summer for our next stay....GOD BLESS!
Paula

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ann56970 (Athens Ga)
Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: February 18, 2010

Tom & Lois
This was one of the best anniversaries we have ever had.I will never forget our time at your beautiful cabin,and hope to spend more time in your cabin in the very near future.We will be calling you...

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Mark134 (Juliet,Tn)
Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: February 18, 2010

We love your cabin Tom it was by far the best cabin for what we paid a night that we have ever stayed in.We loved that the kitchen is fully equipped as we do most of cooking instead of eating out saves our family so much money(we have 4 teenagers)..We loved all the movies that you have in the cabin for your guest to enjoy...the kids played pool and soaked in the hot tub all night LOL good thing the cabin has different levels and they was put on the very lower level!!!We went to Dixie Stampede for the dinner and show if was wonderful...thats another we loved about Bears Den the location so close to everthing...no spending our vacation time driving everywhere.It was the perfect vacation for my family..We will be back

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Best In Smokys

Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: August 11, 2009

My family has stayed in several different vacation rentals both in beach areas and the Smokys Mountain area.Bears Den is by far the nicest one.Tom and Lois was very helpful and the cabin was better than described.From basics being stocked to a great selection of movies this cabin was nearly perfect.We had a wonderful time....

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Greatest Time

Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: August 19, 2009

We had an awesome time.The cabin was very clean and well stocked with basics,only problem we had to leave.The kids loved the game room playing pool and the large hot tub on the deck.Thanks so much for a lovely stay,we will definately be back in the future...

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Nice

Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: October 1, 2009

Beautiful cabin-Lovely and very homey-hated to leave.Thanks for sharing with my family.

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Relaxing

Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: October 6, 2009

Tom & Lois
Just wonted to let you know that we throughly enjoyed your beautiful cabin Bears Den.... we had a wonderful vacation.Your cleaners are doing a triple AAA job of cleaning it, looked terrific..well stocked and beautifully furnished..Beautiful sunset views from the lower deck..Thank you so much for such a pleasant experience!We will be back in the near future..
Pendegrass Family

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Wonderful Time

Review submitted: February 18, 2010   Date of arrival: November 4, 2009

My family and i had a wonderful time at Bears Den.The communication with Tom was great and the cabin was extremely clean and well stocked!The hot tub was great and private.The kids loved the indoor heated pool it was cold outside and they loved being able to swim in the cold weather...You have the cabin decorated so beautifully we loved the bear theme.I would highly recommend this cabin to family and friends..
Whitaker Family

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barb4545 (Chambersburg,Pa)
Review submitted: February 17, 2010   Date of arrival: February 17, 2010

What a great weekend!!My family and i stayed at Bears Den and we had a wonderful experience.So when my boyfriend and another couple wonted to take a weekend getaway I knew Bears Den would be perfect.It is so cozy and beautiful.It feels like home away from home.The location is perfect and very easy to get to.Its just a matter of minutes to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.I have told my friends and all my family about Bears Den.I would highly recommend staying there.Once you stay one time you will not wont to stay anywhere else.I'am looking foward to another weekend getaway and a chance to stay at Bears Den...I LOVE IT !
McGolthin Family

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Five Stars

cg27678 (Bloomington,In)
Review submitted: February 13, 2010   Date of arrival: January 2, 2010

Thank You Lois for a wonderful stay at Bears Den we had a super time and plan on returning again in July will call in a few days to make our reservation..Bears Den had all the amenities my family could have hoped for,very clean,spacious,well-kept,super location,and best of all great price..
Curtis & Brittney

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bev2496 (Lambertville ,Michigan)
Review submitted: February 13, 2010   Date of arrival: February 13, 2010

We found Bears Den on the internet and could not have been happier.There is a indoor heated pool the kids went crazy over..couldn't get them out of it....All the amenities was very clean and well-kept the cabin very spacious and beautifully decorated..The kitchen was fully stocked with cooking and eating utensils and that was very important to me because i love to cook and really we do not eat out a lot..saves a ton of money...Tom and Lois are very professional and are terrific owners ..very friendly and willing to do whatever they can to make your vacation the very best it can be...We plan on being back in June and staying at least a week
Beverly

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Wonderful

lulu3657 (Germantown,TN)
Review submitted: February 12, 2010   Date of arrival: September 14, 2009

Exactly what we needed we had our four grandchildren and found Bears Den to be a perfect family getaway..,spacious,very clean,fully stocked with everything we needed for a great vacation.The location was terriffic for Dollywood/Splash Country could not have picked a better place..The children loved the game room and hot tub.We will definitely come again and tell our family & friends what a beautiful cabin you have at a terriffic price...
The Givens Family

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brandi7676 (West Palm Beach,Fl)
Review submitted: February 11, 2010   Date of arrival: February 11, 2010

We just got home to Va from Beautiful Smoky Mountain Tenn and would have to say that this was the best vacation we have ever had..Bears Den was awesome! It was a terrific value for what we paid you per night..Tom your cabin is Beautiful,your cleaners are doing a terrific job everthing was perfect..So homey,spacious,fully stocked with everything we needed except food LOL...We loved the handicap ramp into the cabin no steps to get into it.. my grandmother was with us and cannot climb steps so it was a blessing to her..We went to Blackbear Jamboree for thier dinner and show and had a wonderful time highly recommened..To sum it up we had the time of our lives and will be returning real soon...
Chuck & Linda

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Fantastic

marie2323 (Warrenton Va)
Review submitted: February 10, 2010   Date of arrival: December 11, 2009

Tom
We just wont'ed to say how much we enjoyed our stay at Bears Den.We have stayed at several cabins in the area and this was one of the cleanest and well kept that we have ever stayed in..We only stayed for the weekend,but we would love to have stayed longer!The amenities and decorations were great.It was very romantic for our Dec weekend getaway.The HDTV 42 IN flat screen tv's and hot tub + bedside jacuzzi puts this cabin over the top.Tom & Lois were extremely courteous,professional and a pleasure to deal with.Even though it rained most of time we were there,we were still able to enjoy the awesome views from the deck and take amazing pictures of the surrounding area.Thanks for a great vacation....
Rebecca LeAnn
Georgetown ,Ky

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sandy3434 (Swanton Ohio)
Review submitted: February 9, 2010   Date of arrival: February 9, 2010

This was our 2nd time staying at Bears Den.We loved it !! Had plenty of room for my entire family.Best thing was the location to all the attractions...Great Vacation Cabin...
Sandy

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Bill Dudley (Oak Ridge Tn)
Review submitted: February 9, 2010   Date of arrival: February 9, 2010

We stayed at Bears Den in Pigeon Forge Tn and had an absolutely wonderful vacation.Of course Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg and all they offer was great...but i would have to say the thing that put our vacation over the top was Bears Den Cabin..The cabin has the wonderful country charm of beautiful Tenn and just about everything you needed except a stocked fridge but Food City is only about 2 miles from the cabin so we had no problem there....Bears Den has a wonderful hot tub on the lower deck and a large jacuzzi in the loft bedroom which we used every day!!!It has Sat HDTV in all bedrooms plus a 42 in HDTV in the living room.The Viars have thought of pretty much of everthing when it comes to stocking with the necessities to stay very comfortably and happily..The cabin has a handicap ramp into it that i really appericated ...i had my 81 year old grandmother with me..Its so nice to find a cabin that has easy access for the elderly and still have enough room for the children to hang out and play pool and enjoy the hot tub ETC without driving granny insane...LOL...We loves this place and have already made our reservations for next year ....
Bill & Jennie Roberson

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Sam29 (Easley S.C)
Review submitted: February 9, 2010   Date of arrival: February 9, 2010

We had a great time!Thank you Tom & Lois for sharing your beautiful cabin Bears Den with us.The cabin is located just perfect to visit Dollywood/Splash Country just like you said it was.It far exceeded our expectations so homey,spacious,with that wonderful country charm...We will be back to stay with you again...
Sam & Kelly

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Bob56 (Thomasboro,Illinois)
Review submitted: February 9, 2010   Date of arrival: February 9, 2010

Thank You Tom & Lois for the best vacation we have ever had it was FANTASTIC! We LOVE your cabin Bears Den..It far exceeded our expectations it was super clean,spacious,very homey,and has all the ammenities our family wonted..It is truly a beautiful cabin .I could have stayed at the cabin during our entire stay and been perfectly content.The location is perfect to visit Dollywood & Splash Country just like you said it was.We will return to Bears Den again or maybe next time we will stay at your other cabin Smoky Mountain Retreat anyway we will be coming back to stay with you again..
Bob & Cheryl

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Sam 3 (Rutherfordton NC)
Review submitted: February 9, 2010   Date of arrival: February 9, 2010

Great location,great price,fantastic ammenities what more could ask for? More time to stay....LOL....
Sam Winters

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Tammi3 (Winter Haven Fl)
Review submitted: January 27, 2010   Date of arrival: January 27, 2010

Tom & Lois Just wonted to let you know we had a great vacation at Bears Den..You have by far one of the best cabins in the Great Smoky Mountains Tn we loved it.The cabin was spectacular and the ammenties were amazing...everything anyone could wont or need you have provided.I was so happy that you are pet friendly hate leaving Bell at home...The cabin was spotless!Truly a wonderful place to vacation..We plan on being back..
Tammy

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Great Vacation

james5656 (Salem Va)
Review submitted: January 26, 2010   Date of arrival: August 17, 2009

We loved our stay at Bears Den! Everything we needed was available.The pool table & hotub were enjoyed by the whole family.The cabin was exactly as described "no far" better .We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing ,peaceful stay in the mountains.Thanks Tom for a great vacation..We will be back
Angela

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tinker32 (Bledsoe, ky)
Review submitted: January 26, 2010   Date of arrival: January 26, 2010

We had a wonderful time at your cabin. It was spacious with plenty of room and beautiful. We hope to return in the spring. Thank You.

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Christmas in the Smoky's

brandi7676 (West Palm Beach,Fl)
Review submitted: January 26, 2010   Date of arrival: December 14, 2009

Thank You Tom & Lois for allowing us to use your beautiful cabin it was just wonderful..Could not have ask for anything more but maybe a longer stay hated to leave..Your cabin is awesome,spectacular sunset view and countless amenities exceeded all our expectations.We have rented a lot of vacation homes but Bears Den far exceeded them all as far as location and the extra special touches you have.The cabin was clean,the beds were wonderful and we were thrilled to find the wonderful fruit basket you left for us we throughly enjoyed it.The kids loved all the Christmas Decorations very nice..and enjoyed the pool table and the wonderful hottub.We went to Dollywood to see all the Christmas lights and saw the parade they had it was wonderful the kids loved it..What i like best about Bears Den is the location to Dollywood and Pigeon Forge no driving up steep mountain roads at night and being right at Dollywood...I hate spending my time in traffic and driving 5 miles are more to get to do anything..Highly recommened to all friends & family could not have had a better Christmas vacation.
Brandi

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Robin7698 (Chatham ILL)
Review submitted: January 25, 2010   Date of arrival: January 25, 2010

We wonted to take the grandkids on a special Christmas trip they would never forget and we picked the perfect cabin Bears Den ...they loved the Christmas Decoration and the Bear theme in the cabin..BEAUTIFUL...we went to Dollywood and saw all the Christmas lights and the parade they had it was wonderful.Highly recommened your cabin to any one wonting to go to Dollywood because of the location of Bears Den its right there at it no driving up steep mountain roads and 5 or more miles out... we loved the location of Bears Den..PERFECT!!..Bears Den is clean,well-equipped,spacious,quiet,and so convenietly located to everthing..WONDERFUL..Highly Recommened..to all my Family & Friends
Regina

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Betty Jean1 (London KY)
Review submitted: January 24, 2010   Date of arrival: January 24, 2010

Bears Den was ...clean,spacious,well-equipped,quiet,beautiful,location just perfect for all the attractions in Smoky Mtn TN,We took advantage of all the many amenities and throughly enjoyed out stay.The kids loved the indoor heated pool and playing pool in the game room.It was the perfect vacation highly recommened this beautiful cabin..
Betty Jean

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Traci6 (Turtletown TN)
Review submitted: January 24, 2010   Date of arrival: January 24, 2010

We were blown away to walk into this cabin it was even better than the pictures showed..We entered a wonderful mountain cabin,spotlessly clean and with everything we needed to make our vacation perfect.Our total experience with Mr Viars from securing our reservation by phone and email,and recieving everything we needed to make our arrival and stay trouble free was a total pleasure.We certainly will remember this place when we return to this area,which will probably be later this year.Thanks again for a wonderful vacation accomodations..
Traci Roberson & Family

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Frankie5 (Rock Hill SC)
Review submitted: January 24, 2010   Date of arrival: January 24, 2010

Thank you Tom & Lois for a wonderful stay it was a wonderful experience for me and my family.The accomodations are superb and the Viars are great to work with.We are looking foward to our return later this year in the fall.
Frankie

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M Dalton (Harland Ky)
Review submitted: December 5, 2009   Date of arrival: December 5, 2009

Thank you for a wonderful stay we loved Bears Den it is so convenient to all the areas attractions.The kids loved the indoor heated pool & the great game room playing pool.We have stayed at a lot of cabins in the Smoky Mountains but Bears Den has them all beat so far.We will tell all our friends and family about your beautiful cabin.
P&M Dalton
Ky

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Kimberly Burkhart (Madison, NC)
Review submitted: November 23, 2009   Date of arrival: November 23, 2009

This place is awesome! My friends and I enjoyed a girls weekend of shopping and hanging out. We had a blast!

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Jennifer176 (Memphis Tn)
Review submitted: September 25, 2009   Date of arrival: September 25, 2009

The hotub was wonderful,We loved the look of the cabin very beautiful.Our time in Gatlinburg was great we have always stayed in Gatlinburg but wonted to try something different this time and i found Pigeon Forge way more to my liking way to much traffic in Gatlinburg ..Pigeon Forge ROCKS!!! loved it,Places i recommend : Bears Den Cabin wonderful cabin,Cherokee Grill,The Smoky Candy Kitchen,Ripleys Davey Crockett mini-golf was so fun..

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Samatha (Kentucky)
Review submitted: September 23, 2009   Date of arrival: September 23, 2009

Favorite Moments:Staying at Lovely Cabin..
Visited:Smoky Mountain Pancake House it was great!!! Dixie Stampede has a wonderful Time !!! We went to Cherokee to shop..lots of fun...We all loved the Cabin very much & and be assured that the owners Tom & Lois will hear from us again to book this beautiful cabin
Samatha

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VRBORORG248291 (Noblesville In)
Review submitted: September 23, 2009   Date of arrival: September 23, 2009

We had a great time!Weather was great!Cabin was lovely!!

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Sandy50 (Indiana)
Review submitted: September 11, 2009   Date of arrival: September 11, 2009

WOW the pictures do not do your cabin justice way more than we expected BEAUTIFUL..We had a fantastic time at you cabin.We had plenty of room for the 3 familys to spread out and relax.We loved the handicap ramp into the cabin.. so easy to get into not having steps to have to climb.and the security of having ADT 24/7 made us feel safe and secure..The view is just BEAUTIFUL!!We also loved the location being right at Dollywood/Splash Country perfect location!!! The grandkids loved the heated covered pool ...I highly Recommened your cabin to all my friends.FIVE STARS..TRIPLE AAA
We will be back....
Sandy

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Joanne28 (Columbia SC)
Review submitted: September 10, 2009   Date of arrival: September 10, 2009

My family & i just wonted to say thank you for the wonderful vacation we had at Bears Den.We loved the beautiful Bear theme you have all through the cabin..The kitchen was stocked with everything anyone could ever wont..The cabin has the best location to visit Dollywood/Splash Country & Pigeon Forge Area i have ever stayed in most say thier cabins is located just minutes from Dollwood and Pigeon Forge what they dont tell you is its 5 or more miles out (more most the time) We loved this cabin and we will be back after we found this one..We Visited Dollywood/Slash Country,Comedy Barn,Dixie Stampede and went whitewater rafting (what a ride LOVED IT)Highly recommened all the above.We had a wonderful time THANK YOU

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Not2FarAway (Spring Hill, TN, USA)
Review submitted: July 14, 2009   Date of arrival: July 1, 2009

Location was great! Fireworks from Dollywood seen from deck. Closeness to Dollywood and Pigeon Forge strip was great. Only drawback was traffic leaving Dollywood, but other shortcuts can be taken.

Owners were extremely helpful and friendly. Made the whole experience better!

Beds comfortable, lots of seating, lots of extra amenities. Clean and well-kept cabin and neighborhood.

Our pet was right at home, and cabin is good for elderly.

Will return.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly

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Sharon Malone1 (Pine Mountain Ga)
Review submitted: July 1, 2009   Date of arrival: July 1, 2009

We had a wonderful time at Bears Den it is the perfect location to visit Dollywood/Splash County it is a beautiful cabin and the view is terrific.We found the kitchen stocked with everything we needed to cook which saved us lots of money not having to eat all our meals out really helped us to streach our budget.I highly recommened this cabin 5 stars***** Triple AAA we will be back next year
Sharon Malone

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Patricia Farmer (Macon Ga)
Review submitted: June 25, 2009   Date of arrival: June 25, 2009

Tom & Lois
We had a wonderful visit at Bears Den. I loved the bear decor you have all through the cabin and the full wall of windows is beautiful. We spent a full day at Dollywood & Splash country and loved the fact we were only 1.5 mi from the cabin after spending all day there, LOL.The indoor heated pool felt so good after spending the day walking around Dollywood just wonderful. We love the location of Bears Den its perfect.Bears Den is so welcoming you feel right at home it truly has everything you could wont right down to the fully stocked kitchen. The weather was beautiful and the mountains inviting. We are frequent visitors to the area and have stayed at several other cabins.. now we have found Bears Den the perfect LOCATION We found everything clean, well stock and ready for our visit. We will definitely be back to Bears Den.Did i mention PERFECT LOCATION ?
Thank you for letting us rent the perfect place at a great price
Patricia

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