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Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Whittier

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TV, fireplace, foosball, books
TV, fireplace, foosball, books
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Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whittier

In Whittier .You'll find Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River within a 15-minute walk of this Whittier lodge. Also, Sequoyah National Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Harrahs Cherokee Casino is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 8 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 12 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!!

Welcome to Cozy Bear Lodge where you can relax and enjoy the mountains!

The lodge is located within 20 minutes to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park entrance and conveniently located right off of the Great Smoky Mountain Expressway, which leads to Bryson City, Sylva, Waynesville, and Lake Junaluska! With Cherokee being the next town over, you can enjoy the Native American culture of the arts, stores, restaurants, and Harrah's Casino!

Enjoy the rocking chairs, cook on the grill, or rest in the hot tub on the back deck, or play checkers in the cozy corner of the living room or sit around the electric fireplace and watch a movie! Head down to the lower level and play foosball, ping pong, practice your putting, or play a boardgame!

The lodge has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a private loft with two twin beds. There is a full bathroom on the main level and a half bathroom on the lower level. Also on the lower level is a washer and dryer if you need.

Cozy Bear is the top most property on Casey's Mountain, so enjoy some privacy being surrounded by trees! There is also a winter mountain view to enjoy from the large windows in the living room and dining area!

Due to being close to the expressway and having all the local places easily accessible, you may hear some traffic noises while enjoying the deck. You might also be able to hear the steam train go by on the tracks that run along the Tuckasegee River!

We hope that we can make your stay in the western Carolina mountains as enjoyable as it has been for us!

A few additional items:
-We have a 12 cup drip coffee maker.
-Sheets and towels are provided for your use.

*Please note that 4-wheel drive is needed to get up the mountain during times of snow on the ground.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Video library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! to the airport?

This lodge is 78.6 mi (134-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this lodge.

Does Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! offer free breakfast?

This lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!!?

No, there is no casino at this lodge, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!!?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! have a pool?

This lodge does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! to downtown Whittier?

This lodge is 0.9 mi away from Qualla.

Cozy Bear Lodge on top of Casey's Mountain! - Great Location!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin and hosts! Great location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Halle B.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin had lots of space and beds, especially for the cost. The kids loft area was cute. We loved the hot tub. They had plenty of towels and gave you supplies for daily clothes washing and dishwasher which was appreciated. Beds were comfy. Plenty of seating for the size. Some of the cons were that a few items were not working properly (like foos ball table & hot tub cover bars that help take cover off and on). Ping pong table is a miniature size which I didn’t expect. The kitchen had lots of cookware items, but it only had salt and pepper as far as cooking goes so be prepared. I think a small bottle of cooking oil would be a cheap addition that would make things easier for guests. The cabin is on a wooded hill but the hill looks down on a highway so there’s a bit of road noise if you’re outside. I expected a rustic wooded vibe, but the road noise kinda changed that especially during the day. I don’t think they misrepresented this, but it was just different than I expected in this way.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cansler M.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ashley z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was cute and cozy. Hot tub was a great plus. Its in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bobby was very communicative before the stay, and answered any questions we had while on the trip in a very timely manner. The hot tub and the game room were fun activities to do as a family. The house was cozy and the perfect place to wind down after a busy day. With the location in the middle of Cherokee and Bryson City, you always had plenty of options for places to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great stay! The cabin was clean, cozy, and comfortable, and the beds were genuinely restful. The hot tub with the sunset views made the evenings feel special. The host provided excellent cabin instructions, clear directions, and was very responsive with any questions. Easy check in, no surp!rises, just a relaxing trip with some great memories. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was very clean and organized! They had toys along with the basement game zone so the kids had a blast. The temps were in the 30-40s and so we do wish there was a better heater in the basement. It never was warm and so the kids had to wear coats and shoes to be down there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about this place was perfect. It was exactly as listed and then some. The host was very responsive to anything you may need to know. We had a wonderful weekend and will definitely be back. The views were great from the back porch and hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Bear was indeed cozy. We had a great stay here. The cabin is nice, clean, and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was clean and cozy. We loved the extras like the hot tub, the game room, washer and dryer, and the cabin rustic decorations. The area was so isolated and quiet being the last house at the top of Casey Mountain, and we loved the beautiful open feel with all the glass on the back side of the house. It was a great place for a retreat! Our host was incredibly responsive via email or text.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor W., Severna Park, MD USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleased with all of the experience, very clean and home feeling
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine L., Vesper, Wisconsin USA

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed for a full week vacay with family! Very comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin is an oasis: super clean, everything works, the hot tub is delightful, the deck was a highlight of just being. The kitchen is well stocked with all the basics. The TVs and internet access work beautiful. I was grateful that I brought salt n pepper, some spices, sugar, olive oil -- as there is absolutely nothing there for that and the grocery store is a good drive. Definitely will be back for the quiet and the stillness. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chamrin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Bear Cabin

Wonderful cabin, very clean, plenty of room, beautiful view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

On top of Casey's Mountain

We stayed here for a whole month & really enjoyed our vacation.Everything was clean & comfortable.Would recommend to anyone staying in the area
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nina e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Bear Lodge

My mother and I absolutely enjoyed our stay at this cabin! So roomy and comfortable. Loved the hot tub and laundry capabilities! This cabin is in the most perfect location to Bryson City and surrounding mountain towns. So relaxing here, we cant wait to book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Dream

We were amazed & loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S., Cookeville

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Bear

This place was great! Great amenities, location, and views! We really enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub while seeing the beautiful scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lariza V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect. Just perfect.

The views were amazing and home was spotless! The privacy was unexpected and getting to the cabin was easier than I thought. (During snow season I would definitely recommend a truck.) Perfect place for a couple or small family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025