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

Whittier cabin with kitchen

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A hot tub in a covered outdoor area with a view of a forest and mountains.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a door, and a small table with a lamp.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest with a view of distant mountains.
A spacious kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden cabinets, and a dishwasher.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whittier

In Whittier .At this Whittier cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Smoky Mountain Country Club. Sequoyah National Golf Club and Tuckasegee River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 17 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 18 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 18 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Oconaluftee Indian Village - 20 min drive - 11.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2283-264086

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Bear Hugs-Hot Tub - Electric Fireplace - Open Covered Porch to downtown Whittier?

This cabin is 1.4 mi away from Whittier.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome time. Thank you for a beautiful house. Loved everything about our stay. We will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brandi g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getaway

Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Great views and super nice house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Amazing

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl Jr H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dec Vacation stay

The cabin was perfect for what my Wife and I needed... Great spot for peacefulness and tranquility
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whittier Cabin

Everything was great! Could not have asked for better accommodations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Beautiful place inside and out. Great view and had everything we needed! Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SC B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear Hugs

Amazing stay at a beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Property was great! Seemed like it was brand new and had everything one might need! The property management company was great to work with as well and answered promptly as well as checking in on how the stay was going. I would highly recommend this home to anyone wishing to have a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

Wonderful property! Very clean and just as advertised. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear Hug stay

Away from noise, quiet, serine. Thank you owners for Star link.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

10/10

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Peaceful Getaway

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

Mountain Getaway

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bear Hugs

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leon t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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