Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch

Whittier, North Carolina
$344 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Nestled in a private setting close to Cherokee, Bryson City, and Dillsboro, Bear Hugs Cabin is a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat perfect for family vacations or romantic escapes. The cheerful, rustic interior features a fully stocked kitchen and two bedrooms with blackout blinds, including a primary king suite with a soaking tub and walk-in shower, alongside a queen bedroom with a private full bath and scenic vistas. Outside, a fully covered porch and private hot tub offer panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Complete with an in-unit washer and dryer and provided linens, Bear Hugs Cabin delivers pure mountain magic just minutes from local dining, shopping, and outdoor adventure.

Property & Booking Details

Location: Whittier- minimum of front wheel drive required.
o 15 minutes to Bryson City
o 15 minutes to Cherokee’s Harrah Casino
o 15 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
o 35 minutes to Nantahala Outdoor Center
o 1 hour 30 minutes from Gatlinburg
o 1 hour 30 minutes from Asheville

Amenities Provided: Cabins include basic linens, kitchenware, and a starter supply of paper products and toiletries. Guests are responsible for additional supplies.

Other Things to Note:
o Minimum Age: Minimum age to rent is 25
o Pet Policy: This cabin is not pet-friendly. Undisclosed or unauthorized pets are subject to a $300 fee, per pet.
o Wi-Fi: This cabin includes Wi-Fi for your convenience. Please keep in mind that mountain weather can occasionally cause brief service interruptions. Wi-Fi is always available at our office and throughout downtown.
o Concierge Services: Grocery delivery, celebration packages, early check in/late check out. Additional fees apply. Based on availability and cleaning schedule.

Important Information Before Booking Your Yellow Rose Cabin
Navigation Note: Mountain GPS can be inaccurate. Once we receive your full payment and signed rental agreement, we will provide reliable turn-by-turn directions to guide you right to the door.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Julie L.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2026

    Stayed Jun 18, 2026

    We had an awesome time. Thank you for a beautiful house. Loved everything about our stay. We will definitely be back in the future.

  • Brenda E.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2026

    Stayed Jun 3, 2026

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I absolutely loved this cabin! It was very well laid out with a lot of really thoughtful touches. The cabin is new and it is absolutely beautiful. Love the barn doors within the cabin and amazing ceilings of white pine. It was trimmed out with white pine around the windows and doors and it really had the flavor of a mountain retreat. Also, one of the most thoughtful things was lots of night lights provided to make it easy for getting up in the middle of the night. There were lots of lights, the multiple light switches were labeled, which made it easy to turn on the appropriate light. Love the porch with the rockers, and it was peaceful and thoroughly enjoyed sitting out there and relaxing. The hot tub was a very nice added bonus and we enjoyed it a couple of evenings during our stay. The string lights gave it great ambience. The cabin is very close to Bryson city where we spent a lot of time. We caught the great Smoky Mountain train ride, which was the main purpose of our visit. Also Bryson city had awesome restaurants. We tried the Wise Guys Grill wonderful, we had great pizza at Anthony’s, the Mexican restaurant was delicious as well as Native Brews & Grill. I cannot say enough great things about the cabin.I certainly plan to return there for another visit. The rental company Yellow Rose was very responsive and quick to answer all my questions. My experience was awesome!

  • Stephanie T.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2026

    Stayed Mar 28, 2026

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was absolutely beautiful and very clean! Both beds and pillows even had encasements, which I love to see! We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching the array of birds each morning. We will definitely be back!

  • brandi g.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2026

    Stayed Jan 16, 2026

    This cabin was amazing! One of the best places we have ever stayed! Great location, great view, beds were amazing, hot tub was a bonus! We will be back very soon!

  • Jessica R.

    Submitted Jan 16, 2026

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    My husband and I visited for a short getaway weekend. This house was perfect! It was beautiful, clean, well-stocked, and cozy. The view was absolutely stunning. We enjoyed drinking our morning coffee on the front porch, watching the sunrise, and listening to the birds chirp. Downtown was close by and adorable!! So many cute little shops and the river runs through town. We even saw live Elk. We can't wait to visit again!!

  • MICHAEL S.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    Everything was great. Great views and super nice house.

  • Madison S.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I definitely recommend using Yellow Rose! The house was beautiful, and very clean. Also, the couple times I had to speak with someone over the phone, they were extremely nice and great to work with. I will definitely be using them again in the future!

  • Brandi G.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was probably the best place I’ve ever stayed at! It was clean, relaxing, and the view was breathtaking! The host was extremely nice and helpful. We ended up getting stuck not too far from the place, due the rain and mud (and my husband’s backing up skills 😉). We called them right before the office was going to close and they sent someone right over to help us. Between the amazing rental and the gracious host, I’d definitely love to stay here again!

  • Susan I.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Beautiful property

  • Vicki P.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Everything was great! Could not have asked for better accommodations!

  • Carl Jr H.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2024

    Stayed Dec 23, 2024

    The cabin was perfect for what my Wife and I needed... Great spot for peacefulness and tranquility

  • Justin W.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2024

    Stayed Dec 12, 2024

    Beautiful place inside and out. Great view and had everything we needed! Would definitely recommend!!

  • SC B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Amazing stay at a beautiful property!

  • Don W.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    Away from noise, quiet, serine. Thank you owners for Star link.

  • Linda H.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    Wonderful property! Very clean and just as advertised. Would definitely recommend it!

  • Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was wonderful. We came from Fort Myers, FL a day early due to the Hurricane. I called ahead of time to see if it was available for an additional day and it was! Very peaceful setting, quite neighborhood, beautiful inside and out. After the storm passed, the rental agency called to see if we made it okay and if everything was working. Very nice of them to make that call. I will definitely be renting from Yellow Rose again. Such a professional and great experience. The property was awesome and so were the employees that I spoke with. Unmatched from an Airbnb!

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Includes taxes and fees
$344+
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