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Escape to tranquility. Secluded, private and convenient. 2 miles from Gatlinburg

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Traffic Light #2A
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

When you stay at this vacation home in Gatlinburg, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Anakeesta. .This vacation home is 10 mi (16 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Dollywood.
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What's nearby

  • Traffic Light #2A - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Anakeesta - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chesapeake's Seafood And Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kephart cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little House of Pancakes - ‬3 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.

Escape to tranquility. Secluded, private and convenient. 2 miles from Gatlinburg

Mt. Leconte Views, Convenience and Privacy all in one!

Welcome to the beautiful ‘Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs’ Cabin! Your experience staying here will be like no other! Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs is an authentic log cabin with over 2700 square feet for you and your family or friends to enjoy.

Grand floor plan includes: 4 bedrooms sleeping 12 guests, 3 full bathrooms, main level living room and kitchen, hot tub, game area, media room, and more!

The space
Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs exhibits views of Mt. LeConte from all four bedrooms, as well as from the main living area.

On the main level you will find one bedroom with a queen sized bed! On the top level you will find one bedroom with one king sized bed and a second bedroom with two queen sized beds! On the bottom level you will find one bedroom with a full sized bed and also downstairs you will find single bunk beds!

You are sure to enjoy the privacy that our cabin has to offer! Nestled in the beautiful trees of East Tennessee, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the oversized wrap around porch that includes a large step-down hot tub and an outdoor fire pit. A porch is also accessible from the bottom level that connects to the main level porch.

The cabin has been furnished to meet our guests’ every need! All 3 levels of Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs provide plenty of space to accommodate guests and allow them to spread out and be comfortable. You will find two bedrooms and one bathroom on the top level, one bedroom and bathroom on the main level, and one bedroom and bathroom on the bottom level. All bedrooms are equipped with flat-screen televisions that use Roku for streaming platforms.

The main level features a fully-functioning kitchen equipped with a eating space at the kitchen bar as well as an additional eating area at the island adjacent to the kitchen. In addition to these eating areas, there is a dining table that seats 6 guests.

Also on the main level is the living room. The living room is perfect for relaxing by the indoor gas fireplace after a long day of exploring Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The living room exhibits 2 leather couches as well as a large leather chair.

When you go upstairs, you will find an awesome gaming area where you can enjoy the vintage stand-up gaming system! Our vintage gaming system is sure to have kids and adults alike competing and playing during your entire stay.

On the bottom level, you will find our wonderful media area! Settle in for a movie or watch your favorite sports team on the big-screen Smart TV. Snuggle up on our comfy sectional-style couch that seats 10-12 people with 4 large reclining sections.

The parking area at our cabin will accommodate 6 vehicles in total. 3 vehicles will be able to be parked at the top of the driveway while the other 3 will be able to be parked at the middle section of the driveway.

The convenience of our cabin is unmatched! It is just 2 miles from the bustling downtown Gatlinburg! There are also multiple entrances to the National Park minutes away from Black Bears and Rocking Chairs!

Cabin Amenities:
2700 square feet
View of Mt. LeConte
6 flat screen televisions
Washer/ Dryer
Microwave
Hot Tub
Parking for 6 vehicles
Central Heat and Air
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Towels and Linens
Gas Fireplace
Dishwasher
Vintage Arcade Game
Charcoal Grill
Wireless Internet

Your stay at our cabin is guaranteed to be a one of a kind rare mountain experience. You will be able to experience the charm of an authentic log cabin! Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs is the perfect place to connect with nature, family, and friends!!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Note from host: $100 pet fee per dog

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

"Black Bears and Rockin' Chairs" Mt. Leconte Views Gatlinburg

Escape to tranquility. Secluded, private and convenient. 2 miles from Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was accommodating and friendly. Great location to town. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place for a family vacation! The common gathering areas are perfect for games or movies!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time staying here for 5 days and 4 nights. Cabin was very spacious for our family to enjoy along with the outdoor amenities of having a hot tub, fire pit and grill.Would definitely consider staying here next year if we decide to vacation again in the Gatlinburg area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!! Host was super responsive!! Cabin was beautiful and we saw bears!! We definitely will go back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great Cabin!!!

We had a wonderful experience renting this cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pierre B.

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

The Great Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. And we look forwad to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Amazing stay!

This cabin was amazing and the host was excellent to work with when checking in. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The cabin is awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Wonderful

Fantastic house and close to everything at GSM national park!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with plenty of room for the whole family. Great outdoor area. Lots of seating inside and out. Perfect location to feel private and enjoy the mountain area but also very close to downtown Gatlinburg with soooo much to do in the area. Home was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benita S.

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

Great service!

loved our stay! great home and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Great Cabin!

We will definitely be back. Had everything we could have asked for. Couldn’t have asked for a better place for a family trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

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

Quiet get away

Plenty of room for everyone, quiet location but close to all the attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Family get away

Perfect place to enjoy family get away. Enjoyed Gatlinburg, Smokey Mountain outfitters for rafting and a black bear visiting in the yard. Great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

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

Beautiful Cabin

The property was beautiful! We really enjoyed the hot tub and covered deck in the evenings. The driveway was definitely tricky, but we figured it out with the directions given in the description.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danny c.

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

Stay

Enjoyed our stay cabin was as advertised would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mitul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Fun time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy C.

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

Black bear

Cabin was nice and had a nice few days of relaxing. Was secluded , but not far from downtown Gatlinburg.will consider renting again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

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

Great cabin, plenty of room for our family of 12.

Everyone loved the cabin. Plenty of room for our large family. Host was excellent with quick responses and great communication! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Beautiful cabin

I really enjoyed my time there. The cabin was beautiful and perfect size for my family. The location was great, very close to the Gatlinburg strip and Piegon Forge. A grocery store was only a few minutes away. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelia D.

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

Family Time

Our family meets for birthdays...a great place for all our different needs in a place. Communication was great. Great location. Would definitely book again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy l.

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

Beautiful Property

Such a beautiful property! The driveway is a little steep, so I'm grateful we have a truck, but the home and property were absolutely beautiful and clean. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudette D.

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

Beautiful Place

We were All Very Pleased with Our Stay. The House was Beautiful and Clean. The Beds were comfortable. I would highly recommend This House!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renae T.

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

Great stay

We had a great time at this property. The owner was extremely responsive, and it was beautifully decorated. The driveway was difficult, even with 4 wheel drive, as its a very steep incline. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel E.

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

Great place to stay

The cabin was very clean. My family really enjoyed the porch and hot tub. It was very private but also close to the everything you want to do in Gatlinburg. I didnt have any issues getting up the drive way.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ron N.

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

Family vacation

Great experience, Cabin was as pictured and served our group of 6 adults and 1 child extremely well! Would do again! Host was very responsive to any questions or concerns!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023