Mtn Views•Hot Tub•Private•Near Dollywood•Christmas Getaway

Sevierville, Tennessee
$716 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

There’s something magical about the Smoky Mountains during the holiday season. 🍂🎄 From Thanksgiving through Christmas and into the New Year, Bear Claw Vista is the perfect place to slow down, make memories, and enjoy the mountains together.

November brings crisp mountain mornings and beautiful fall scenery. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to escape to the Smokies, spend time with family, enjoy a holiday meal together, and explore the area's attractions.

And then the Christmas season comes alive! Spend your days exploring, shopping for Christmas gifts in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, enjoying Dollywood's holiday celebrations, or taking in the millions of twinkling lights throughout the area. Then return to Bear Claw Vista for a peaceful evening in the mountains.

🎄 The Christmas season arrives early in the Smokies! Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas begins November 6, bringing more than 6 million twinkling lights, holiday shows, seasonal treats, and Christmas shopping to the park. December is filled with even more holiday lights, shows, shopping, and festive activities throughout Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.

We decorate Bear Claw Vista tastefully for both fall and Christmas, adding cozy seasonal touches without making the cabin feel crowded or cramped. You’ll get that warm holiday feeling while still having plenty of room to relax, play, and enjoy the views.

🌟 And when the holidays are over, ring in the New Year in the mountains! Enjoy a quiet getaway with family or friends, soak in the hot tub under the stars, gather around the fire pit or the cozy wood-burning fireplace indoors, and welcome the new year surrounded by beautiful mountain views.

And keep your eyes open for wildlife! A local mama black bear and her four cubs have made frequent appearances near the cabin this year. While wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, it’s not uncommon to spot black bears, deer, and even a turtle during your stay. On quiet evenings, you may also hear the whistle of the Dollywood train echoing through the mountains—a reminder that you’re close to the action while still enjoying the peace of your own mountain retreat.

At Bear Claw Vista, you really do get the best of both worlds:

📍 Only 4 miles from Dollywood

🌄 Panoramic, long-range mountain views

🛁 Private 6-person hot tub overlooking the mountains

🔥 Fire pit for s’mores and starry nights

🎮 Game loft with an arcade, air hockey, and ping pong

🪵 Cozy wood-burning fireplace

🛏️ Three completely private bedrooms - no sleeping in an open loft

🍳 Fully equipped kitchen

📺 Smart TVs

🧺 Washer and dryer

🛁 Two updated full bathrooms

✨ No chores at checkout! When your stay is over, you don't have to spend your last morning stripping beds, starting laundry, or taking out the trash. Simply gather your belongings, lock the doors behind you, and head home. We want the last part of your vacation to feel like vacation, too!

Whether you’re planning a Thanksgiving getaway, Christmas vacation, Christmas-shopping weekend, Dollywood holiday trip, or New Year’s escape, Bear Claw Vista gives you a comfortable home base close to everything - with a peaceful, private setting where you can truly unwind.

Come enjoy the mountains, the views, the lights, the holiday season, and cozy evenings at Bear Claw Vista. Make memories together, relax in the hot tub, and let us take care of the chores while you enjoy your vacation.

We’d love to host your holiday getaway in the Smoky Mountains! 🍂🎄

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Porch Or Lanai
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Golf Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Table Tennis Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jason L.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 7, 2026

    Great spot! Comfortable, and everything is in range. We enjoyed a week here and host was on top of everything.

  • Roger M.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Mar 26, 2026

    Everything was amazing. There was a couple places that couldve been cleaned better but nothing crazy. Fyi there are bumblebees that have made a home somewhere in the fascia of the cabin. But to be fair the cabin is in the mountains. We're definitely going to be booking here again!

  • Cortney E.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    Wonderful cabin for a vacation. Beautiful view and great location.

  • Haley N.

    Submitted Mar 27, 2026

    Stayed Mar 17, 2026

    10/10! Would 100% stay again. View was amazing, cabin was full stocked and even had everything we needed for s’mores which the kids loved. Communication was great from start to finish. Have stayed a several VRBOs and this was one our favorites and best experiences for sure.

  • Charles W.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    We had an amazing time. Cabin was amazing the views were beautiful

  • John S.

    Submitted Dec 5, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    Hosts were great and communicated everything timely. The Cabin was super clean and the view off the patio is absolutely beautiful.

  • Matt P.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 28, 2025

    A great view and deck are our #1 requirements and this cabin is a 10 for that. Only two of us stayed but all 3 bedrooms and 2 baths were clean, nice and comfortable. Kitchen was great and well supplied. Living room is a little tight if you have 6 or more people. Wood fireplace was nice for us, as long as you don't mind starting and maintaining fires. Plenty of towels for 2 of us not to do any laundry over 6 days. They do all the cleaning so just lock up and leave. Host was great and readily available.

  • Walt S.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    The cabin was clean and comfortable. The hot tub worked nice, The cover was new and lite as it had just been replaced due to a bear the week prior.

  • Stephanie P.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    Great!

  • Angela N.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    The cabin was like the pictures. The view from the hot tub was great. The We got to see a bear on the last day.

  • Ginny S.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    This is such a cute place! The view and porch are amazing! Hot tub looking out over the mountains!

  • Tara S.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We have been using VRBO for vacation rentals for 15 years. Bear Claw Vista is hands-down the best property that we have ever stayed at! It was conveniently located to almost everything, but it was still secluded. While there are several other cabins in the area, it did not feel like anybody was on top of us. We arrived earlier than check-in (due to the flooding in Kentucky which caused us to cancel our plans there). Emily had the code working for us before we arrived, and the cabin was spotless! There was even a welcome basket of snacks on the counter (my boys were very excited about that)! All of the little things that were taken care of for us meant the world to me. Emily and Kevin's attention to details made this the most relaxing vacation my family has ever taken. The game room and board games that were provided were great for the rainy days (and we had several). All of the furniture was very comfortable, and the beds were divine. We were provided with plenty of linens and a week's supply of all of the basic household necessities. Being chore-free was also a breath of fresh air!We saw a bear crossing the road, near the cabin, on our first day there. The kids were over the moon about seeing a real bear. Then on our last day at the cabin, we had a visitor. There was a bear out by the fire pit, that walked around the cabin, and up to the front door. I have recommended Bear Claw Vista to everyone that I have talked to. We can't wait to come back!

  • Dan R.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2025

    Stayed Jan 20, 2025

    We loved this cabin! The view of the snow on the mountains was spectacular. The cabin had everything we needed and we really liked having a real wood fire in the fireplace. We would definitely stay here again! The quality of the furnishings and supplies were fantastic and added a nice home style touch!! My kids loved the game room and we were VERY pleased with our stay.This is one of the best places that we have stayed at in a while!!

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