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Emerald Bear: Large, Private Home in Maggie Valley w Hot Tub!

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13255 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Maggie Valley, NC
  • Tube World
    16 min walk
  • Maggie Valley Gem Mine
    4 min drive
  • Fantasy Golf & Game Room
    5 min drive

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About the area

Maggie Valley

Located in Maggie Valley, this vacation home is on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Tube World and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. .This vacation home is 15 mi (24.2 km) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • Tube World - 16 min walk
  • Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 4 min drive
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 6 min drive
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 6 min drive
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joey's Pancake House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Place Biscuits, Burgers & BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Butts On The Creek - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waterrock Knob - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Emerald Bear: Large, Private Home in Maggie Valley w Hot Tub!

Emerald Bear...your Blue Ridge Mountain destination that is truly log home escape.
Looking for that dream mountain get-a-way vacation?
How about the feel of mountain seclusion while being just a few minutes from downtown Maggie Valley, breweries, restaurants, music and more?
With Emerald Bear, you are welcomed to all that & more, with a unique log cabin designed to create relaxation & memories!!

Location:
Private home located just a few minutes outside of downtown Maggie Valley. You're only a 5-10 minute drive to the Cataloochee Ski Resort and about 45 minutes to the gates of Biltmore Estate & downtown Asheville. You are also app. 15 minutes from Waynesville and also access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and easy access to just about everything in the area; including DuPont Forest & Pisgah National Park.

Accommodations:
5 bedroom, 3 full baths
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 12 Max. Occupancy: 14
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Description:
Welcome to Emerald Bear!
Yet another truly spectacular Yonder vacation home providing a true mountain log home experience. This splendidly situated mountain log cabin has been entertaining travelers for years, as they flock to experience the wonder that is the Blue Ridge mountains & the allure of Maggie Valley.

Escape to Asheville and the Waynesville area to discover the world renowned tourist area. This private mountain retreat, up the mountain from Maggie Valley, and close to downtown Waynesville, ski slopes & the distant Pisgah Mountains, offers an escape from the daily grind, complete with a private outdoor hot tub overlooking your own private woods in the Appalachian Mountains!

A mountain log home with modern updates & amenities; you will be relaxed by the mountain craftsman inspired accents. Featuring an open living space surrounding you with the warmth of wooded privacy, Emerald Bear offers a calming atmosphere with natural elements all around. Gather with some friends, family, or both, and celebrate, relax, and unwind together at Emerald Bear.

Enjoy a plethora of amenities, including the private hot tub, wireless Internet access, satellite television, new central air conditioning for those warm days, wildlife sightings, and more! The hot tub & fire-pit afford year-round relaxation opportunities when not out exploring and enjoying the local flavor & activities.

Extremely convenient to everything Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway have to offer; come enjoy the eclectic, artsy town that is the now world famous downtown Waynesville, venture out into the western North Carolina wilderness, stay in to enjoy this marvelous getaway, hop in the car for a short drive to Asheville, or simply do it all! Whatever you choose, you will relax and unwind in style at this luxurious private retreat!

You are just minutes from America's favorite scenic byway, The Blue Ridge Parkway, motorcycle touring, biking, hiking, white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, zip lining, Segway tour…just about any outdoor activity! Or, take a quick ride to downtown Hendersonville, or up to downtown Asheville to enjoy the first-rate restaurants, shopping, galleries, spas, and entertainment.

Exclusive Yonder Special: When you book Emerald Bear you will receive a special code for discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate! Contact Yonder for more info.

Bedroom/Bath Layout:
5 bedrooms, Loft Area, 3 full baths
Bedroom #1 – 2nd Level Master Suite - King Bed w/private Full Bath (#1)
Bedroom #2 – Main Level – Guest Room – Queen Bed w/shared Full Bath (#2)
Bedroom #3 – Main Level – Guest Room – Queen Bed w/shared Full Bath (#2)
Bedroom #4 – Lower Level – Guest Room – King Bed w/shared Full Bath (#3)
Bedroom #5 – Lower Level – Guest Room – Twin Bunk Bed w/shared Full Bath (#3)
Loft Area: Twin Trundle Bed & Twin Daybed
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 12 Max. Occupancy: 14
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

We look forward to possibly booking your stay, should these accommodations work for you. We can reserve your stay with a credit card and send out a rental agreement to firm everything up when you are ready...but don't delay too long.

Additional Rate Info And Fees:
*4 night minimum required for all holidays & special events.
These observed holidays and occasions are subject to holiday rates: New Years, MLK, Valentines, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

$350 Cleaning Fee**
** - Yonder openly shares & clearly posts our Cleaning Fees in a manner of full disclosure, as we think this is the most honest and forthright approach with respect to our guests. Our Cleaning Fees are backed by our Clean Guarantee, which reflects the highest level of standards, pristine environments for our guests, and a level of clean that surpasses any other vacation homes; we literally guarantee it!
processing fee
Current local tax rate is 13%
No Security Deposit / Guests are responsible for damages.

Early Check In and/or Late Check Out may be possible, depending on cleaning schedules and other reservations. If it is possible, there may be an additional fee that would be determined based on the time that you wish to check in or out and the seasonal rates.

Internet Speed:
Download: 457.60 mbps
Upload: 22.3 mbps

Pets: This home and property are very dog friendly, and guests are welcome to bring their "best friends" with them. There is a non-refundable Pet Fee of $130 with a limit of 2 dogs per booking party.
Payment - Cancelation - Insurance Please review our payment cancellation policies, along with information about vacation rental insurance by clicking here.
Note: Reservations over 30 days are subject for review prior to acceptance. A separate rental agreement will be required for 90+ day stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Yonder

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Wi-Fi available, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2750 sq ft (255 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

450602
Vrbo Property

Emerald Bear: Large, Private Home in Maggie Valley w Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david p.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, amazing view, amazing amenities
We had a mini family (siblings) reunion with enough space for each family to be on their own floor. Plenty of amenities to cook for large groups, spread out to play games and relax. With great dining and sights to see within a reasonable driving distance. We’re definitely considering coming back to this property again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Mountain Retreat!
I will bear is an absolutely lovely property, prettier than the pictures! The appointments and furniture are all high-quality. Ditto for the sheets and towels. There are plenty of cleaning supplies, extra toilet paper, towels, and laundry detergent. Things I usually bring to every VRBO, but now we’re in this instance!). We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get Together
Very nice property with a perfect sunset view off back decks. Plenty of room for everyone with a nice assortment of bedroom types. Even had some nice wildlife walk by to make the last evening dinner pretty special. Definitely recommend as a place to get family together!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H., Myrtle Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Perfect mountain house with the perfect layout for our family of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great home, truly a fantastic place to stay.
There are many pros to this place so I'll name a few: 2 king beds, 1 queen, 2 full, large bunk bed, and loft bed with trundle pull out bed. This place really does sleep a lot of people and lets not forget the amazing view!! Also, there wasn't anything we were looking for that we couldn't find. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds and furniture were very comfortable (no complaints from me or any of my family). I think there's more than 4 large TV's in this place so we never had to worry about someone taking over the TV which was nice. The ping pong table got a lot of use by all the kids (way more than I expected) so thank you for that. It also has a large Jacuzzi tub that we did not have the chance to use. Now for the cons: there's only one, the road. It's paved for the 1st 1/2 mile but the last 1/4-1/3 mile is a pretty steep gravel driveway. I had a 15 passenger 2 wheel drive Ford Transit 350 van. I had to drop it down in 1st gear every time to get up to the house but it got there so that was good. For the 1st 6 days of our stay, the end of the road/driveway closest to the house was pretty wash-boarded and I had to find the "sweet spot" to get to the house. On the last 2 days, it had been smoothed out by some kind of machinery and that made all the difference (thank you for that as well). So that's it, a steep gravel road/driveway that's now been smoothed out. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vacation!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Emerald Bear. The house had lots of room for our family and they really enjoyed the hot tub and the firepit. The house is close to everything in Maggie Valley, but still feels secluded. The yard was beautiful and I really enjoyed sitting out on the porch. The locks are tricky, but are okay once you figure them out. You will get lots of exercise going up and down the stairs. The stairs between the first and second floor are bare wood and we did have one person slip and fall down the stairs while wearing socks (she was okay though)... Everything else was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for 3 families
Enjoyable stay 6 adults 4 youth. We had our entire family and house layout was great for 3 families. Only issue was with locks on kitchen and downstairs patio door. These locks require that the handle be rotated CCW before you can lock the deadbolts. Would have been nice if info was included in info package. We do recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway for Groups
Some friends and I booked this house in November for our annual friendsgiving weekend, and we enjoyed the place so much. It offers great views, privacy, and convenience to stores and activities. There's ample space and the house is well-equipped for large groups. We would absolutely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location
This house was very nice. It was close to everything we needed to go to. Definitely the best place we’ve stayed at in Maggie. Only thing I noticed was the carpet in all bedrooms had a lot of stained spots. Figured with the price of cleaning and dog fee per pet, those would’ve been taken care of. But it was minor compared to the beautiful views and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Sandra K.

Not so sure
Two of the outside doors did not lock -very disturbing. We had to jam chairs under the door knobs to try and secure them. Some of the pans had food stuck on them. The garage bin was not big enough to support 6 days of garbage, and if we needed to have it emptied it was an additional $35. I do not feel the price we payed was worth it. Also because the description did not detail pots n pans, small kitchen appliances, toilet paper etc
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous mountain escape
We had an amazing family reunion weekend. Loved the elk and the resident cats! The house was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin I., Laurel Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent choice for ski vacation!
Our group of three families stayed at Emerald Bear in Maggie Valley, NC for a ski weekend trip and we couldn't have been more pleased. From the ease of booking to the responsiveness of the Yonder team down to the actual house, we were pleasantly surprised. We usually go into a rental house expecting to be disappointed, but with each turn, we were pleasantly surprised! The house was clean, well-equipped, spacious enough for 11 people and comfortable. The hot tub was immaculate, plenty of towels for everyone. The bedrooms were clean with ample sheets, pillows, etc. The kitchen was decent, not gourmet, but it worked for our purposes. We all loved the setting and enjoyed both the propane fire pit as well as the wood fire pit. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are expecting to return next year for another ski weekend trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away with friends and our children
This house is beautiful and well suited for larger groups. We met friends here and there was more than enough room for 4 adults and 4 children. Both adults and kids had a great time on the porches and in the hot tub. Tub World was just down the street and lots of fun. Waynesville is a close drive and worth a visit. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Dover, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, beautiful views
We spent a long weekend with a group of our employees, 12 of us in total, to celebrate an outstanding year for our business. We were stunned at the beauty of the property. The home is immaculate, spacious and has just the right amount of amenities for a large, diverse group. The grounds were well kept. We loved seeing the elk in the early morning hours and the two kitties at night. Even when it rained an entire day of our visit, we were all able to find things to entertain ourselves with, whether ping pong downstairs, corn hole under the balcony, or playing card games around the dining room table. All of our guests were comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed their stay. We highly recommend this property for a large group. We will look into renting this property again next year. Tony & Chris Huntley Dover, FL
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
This cabin was amazing. The beds comfortable, the views breathtaking and the owners thought of everything to make it a great experience for all their guests. We don’t ever stay in the same cabin every year but we will probably go ahead and re-book this house for next fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bala B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location to start with. Secluded but has easy access to most nearby places to visit. All amenities provided in house are top class. Over all had a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain getaway
We really enjoyed the house and location. Very central to doing activities from Asheville to Smoky Mountain NP including Bryson City and Cherokee. Home was cozy and well stocked with great amenities. Tip for non-SUV drivers- down shift to 2nd gear before heading up the gravel drive. It helped a lot. Highly recommend staying at Emerald Bear!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised
The property was exactly as advertised - in fact it felt a nicer in person. Very easy communication with management as well. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House Kim is awesome
Great house, exactly what we were looking for. The property manager Kim was great to work with and very accommodating. Would recommend for large groups. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020