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8 Bears Lodge | 5BR Gatlinburg Cabin | Hot Tub,Game Room, Pet-Friendly,Sleeps 14

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Traffic Light #2A
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel in the Glen
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapel at Honeymoon Hills
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

8 Bears Lodge | 5BR Gatlinburg Cabin | Hot Tub,Game Room, Pet-Friendly,Sleeps 14

Welcome to 8 Bears Lodge — the ultimate Gatlinburg cabin rental for large groups, family reunions, sports tournament weekends, and multigenerational getaways in the Great Smoky Mountains. This spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom log cabin sleeps up to 14 guests and sits less than 3 miles from downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee, giving your group the perfect blend of mountain seclusion and easy access to world-class Smoky Mountain attractions.

Spread across three levels of rustic-chic mountain living, 8 Bears Lodge is designed for groups who want space to gather and space to spread out. Arrive to vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and a stone gas fireplace anchoring the open-concept main living area — the perfect backdrop for movie nights, game-day watch parties, or simply unwinding after a day on the trails.
The fully equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and every tool you need to cook for the whole crew. Pull up chairs around the large dining table and enjoy the kind of family meal that makes vacations memorable.

Sleeping up to 14 guests comfortably across five bedrooms, 8 Bears Lodge gives every guest room to breathe:
• Main Level: King Bedroom + Full Bedroom (shared full bath w/ jetted tub & glass shower)
• Top Level: King Suite with private en-suite bathroom
• Lower Level: Two Queen Bedrooms + lower-level bathroom
• Loft Game Area: Queen hideaway bed (bonus sleeping)
• Living Room: Sleeper sofa (bonus sleeping)

Your group will never run out of ways to have fun inside 8 Bears Lodge. The loft-level game room is fully loaded with a regulation pool/billiards table, foosball table, arcade machine, and Smart TVs — plus a leather sofa and additional sleeping. Tournament brackets start here.

Step outside and breathe in the crisp Smoky Mountain air. 8 Bears Lodge features a private covered hot tub perfect for soaking after a long hike, covered front and back porches loaded with rocking chairs, a relaxing porch swing, charcoal grill for backyard-style cookouts, outdoor dining area, and a private grassy yard — ideal for pets, kids, or a morning cup of coffee surrounded by East Tennessee nature.

Traveling with your four-legged family members? 8 Bears Lodge is one of Gatlinburg's most guest-loved pet-friendly cabins. The private grassy yard gives your dogs space to stretch out and play, while you relax on the porch watching the mountain views.
• 3 miles to Downtown Gatlinburg — shops, restaurants, SkyLift Park, Ripley's Aquarium
• 6 miles to Pigeon Forge and Dollywood Theme Park
• ~2 miles to Rocky Top Sports World & Cal Ripken Baseball Complex
• Minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrances
• Close to Anakeesta, Ober Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Loop
• 10 minutes to white-water rafting, zip-lining, and hiking


• 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | Sleeps 14
• Private Hot Tub | Pool Table | Foosball | Arcade Machine
• Stone Gas Fireplace | Smart TVs Throughout
• Fully Equipped Kitchen | Large Dining Table
• Free High-Speed WiFi | Washer & Dryer
• Pet-Friendly | Private Grassy Yard
• Parking for 5 Vehicles | Free
• Rocking Chair Porches | Covered Porch Swing | Charcoal Grill
• 3 Miles to Downtown Gatlinburg
Whether you're rallying the family for a reunion, celebrating a milestone birthday, or bringing the sports team for a tournament weekend near Rocky Top Sports World — 8 Bears Lodge is where Smoky Mountain memories are made. Book your dates today and experience why families return to Gatlinburg's most loved large-group cabin year after year.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Enjoy features like a hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes by car from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 8 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park
As a guest of this cabin, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly cabin also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Gatlinburg cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Be respectful to the property and others
Make life long memories

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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8 Bears Lodge | 5BR Gatlinburg Cabin | Hot Tub,Game Room, Pet-Friendly,Sleeps 14 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 101 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

anne b.

Liked: Cleanliness
WE WERE QUITE HAPPY WITH THE HOUSE AND ITS LOCATION.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

adam p.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spacious but in severe need of TLC and an attentive host
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time! The owner was very friendly and worked with us! There were a few things that could use a lil attention but it would not keep us from staying again. We had everything we needed and it was close to every place that we like to visit. We had some guest just about everyday and it was quite a surprise….mother bear and cubs!! Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean! Very roomy! The room with queen bed listed is actually a full size, but slept very comfortably. Cody the host was very responsive to messages and checked on us. Pet friendly, we did bring covers for the furniture with us. Had Bear visits multiple times. The picture for the grill area is very deceptive. Does not look the same. Also very steep lot for vehicle and walking. We did enjoy our stay very much and would recommend the rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall was not bad, cleanliness could have been better seen several large bugs inside, recliner was broke, trash everywhere on the outside of property. Hot tub cover was broke there for the hot tub was dirty that was ver disappointing. But overall nice cabin easy to locate
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ed A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We were unable to use bed in bottom floor due to mold being everywhere, and there was also garbage all over outside of property upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good and beautiful cabin and had a great time with memories made!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

8 Bears Cabin

When we arrived there was trash all over the property. We know there were bears around because we got the pleasure of meeting them but it could have been cleaned up. Although they were dead, we did find several cockroaches around the cabin. The cabin itself needs some TLC. The showers were small and need replaced. The video machine didn’t work so the kids were disappointed. The driveway is very steep but we did have plenty of parking. Overall it was quiet and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was very nice and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cody was amazing yo work with and it is a beautiful property.

We had an amazing time with friends and damily
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

dee d.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kriston H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home but lacking care and homeliness

We stay in Gatlinburg often. We will not consider this house again. Beautiful house! Definitely not professionally cleaned. Bed cover on couch bed downstairs was not clean at all. Couch's in the "theater room" were not sat on. They are hard and small. It says it sleeps 14 people and we were disappointed to get there and the upstairs pull out couch bed was not even suitable to sit on, much less sleep on. There were wires sticking out of the bed and the bed was falling through the base. We didn't pull out after seeing this because we had kids with and didn't want them to get hurt on the wires. Could be better stocked for staying awhile. When I go on vacation I don't plan to pack my kitchen or bathroom. I think a trash bag per day would be better to supply and more toilet paper. Silverware could be updated to accommodate children to eat with and not giants. The house has a musty smell. Overall I would say this house is a money maker and not a house to supply for people to come and stay awhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kris G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Gatlinburg Extreme Conference

Cabin Facility with Amenities and Location Setting were amazing. The only concern was cleanliness of facility: roach in bathtub, cleanliness of bathrooms & sheets, underwear left by previous guest under a bed were concerning for as nice and beautiful place as this was.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Darrius B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious for the entire family

The property was great! It’s really a 4.8. The space of that cabin is unreal, had 7 adults and two kids sleeping comfortably! Check in was easy, Great location to the city. Only reason not a 5 was small things specific to me. I would have liked a better taken care of grill. And the toilet flap in our room was warped causing constant water flow to toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kayla T., Williamsburg, KY

We were pleased

The cabin was very nice. Some cobwebs around the house, dust and such. We did have a few issues but the manager responded so professionally and quickly. All issues and cleanliness with the property are issues that can happen in our own homes. We were happy and my family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Edward M.

8 Bears Lodge and 2 Real Ones

We loved everything about this place except for the cleanliness. There were dishes that had food on them in the cabinet, it looked like the basic dusting was done, but inches thick of dust throughout the cabin. When we washed off the dining room table it looked as though the paint was coming with it. Might need to coat it. Master upstairs shower needs to be updated felt like it could break anytime you moved your feet. There was still trash with food outside the cabin when we arrived in the bins. We were visited by two different black bears-this was not necessarily bad as we did enjoy seeing them up close-and nothing you can do about it as they are part of nature, but the bin holding old food trash didn’t help our situation. There were no extra trash bags either. This sounds like a terrible review, but if the cleaners did their part, this trip would’ve been perfect. We would rent this cabin again!! Great memories were made
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jacky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEAR is the word

Very nice, driveway was a challenge for 5 cars. Lots of cabinet space in the kitchen but no room for food unless you rearrange things. The last night there the shower on the main floor would not shut off and nobody to get ahold of, so the water ran most of the night. We finally got it off.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty P.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Anniversary

Spoiled my folks for their 50th anniversary. Brought the family and didn’t let them spend a dime! The cabin was beautiful and perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andenette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

It was very clean and a nice quiet environment. 10/10 highly recommend. Will book again !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly c., Mocksville

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Experience

There were a couple of issues like a broken coffee pot. Management delivered a new one the same day. For that fact alone, I give this review 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Shirl M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin is very nice and easy to find.

The Cabin is beautiful but the driveway is a little steep. There were a few things in the cabin that needed some maintenance but overall we were well pleased. We love our family time in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022