The Great Bear Lodge

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Location: Boone Cabin Rental Near Town Type: Mountain Homes View: Year-Round Mountain View
3 Sleeping Areas 3 Baths Sleeps 10 Yes
Description

Welcome to The Great Bear Lodge! This cozy cabin is located just 5 miles away from historic Valle Crucis, the home of the Mast General Store, this home is close to many mountain adventures and wonderful local shopping, restaurants, the Boone Golf Course, Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park, High Gravity Adventures Zipline and Aerial Park, and Appalachian Ski Mountain.

Experience mountain elegance at its finest. Enjoy the main living space with leather furniture around the large flat-screen TV and a gas log fireplace. The dining area and kitchen have everything needed for a mountain getaway. The gracious outdoor living space includes a covered deck with a Primo gas grill and smoker, patio table, picnic table, and propane-powered heater for those chilly mountain evenings.

Spread out in the downstairs recreation room and enjoy the TV, foosball, shuffleboard, and a wet bar with mini-fridge and microwave. Outside on the lower level, enjoy the hot tub on a covered patio with the fire pit (owners provide free firewood) overlooking the mountain view.

Time for bed? The Great Bear Lodge offers three wonderful sleeping spaces, one on each level. There is a King suite in the semi-enclosed loft with a private bathroom with shower, a queen bedroom on the main level with a hall bath with tub/shower, and a bunk room on the lower level with a twin-over-full bunk and a twin trundle and a third bath down the hall with tub/shower. The lower-level family room sofa also converts into a queen sleeper for a bonus sleeping area.

All five TVs in the home are Smart TVs. Enjoy 150mbps Wi-Fi, and guests with electric vehicles can utilize a Level 1 EV charging station at the parking area. The paved parking area comfortably accommodates three cars, and access from the parking level to the main level entrance is by a staircase from the parking area.

Important Notes:
- Pet Rent: $25/nt plus tax. Only one (1) mature, well-trained dog will be allowed. Please do not request an exception.

-The owner of this home uses exterior security cameras to montor the home and ensure it remains safe when unoccupied. One camera overlooks the driveway, one overlooks the front porch, and one overlooks the side yard. No cameras are aimed at doors, windows, the hot tub, or the firepit and there are no interior security cameras.
- Firewood for the outside firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night. 
- It is plowed in winter, but 4WD or AWD vehicles are required November-March, and chains may also be necessary to access all properties in winter months. We are happy to help you find the home with the access you are most comfortable with, any time of year!
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.

CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

Room Beds Baths Room Features Comments
Loft Suite King Custom Tiled Shower
Full Bath - Attached
HighDef TV
Ceiling Fan
Upper Level
Queen Bedroom Queen Tub / Shower Combo
Full Bath - In hallway
HighDef TV
Ceiling Fan
Laundry Center
Main Level
Bunk Bedroom Twin over Full Bunk
Twin Trundle
Tub / Shower Combo
Full Bath - In hallway
HighDef TV
Ceiling Fan
Lower Level
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Rates & availability subject to change. Call to speak with a reservation specialist for the most up to date rates, availability and special offers.


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Amenities

Amenities

  • Central/Mini-Split Air Conditioning
  • Drip coffee maker
  • EV Charger
  • Fire Pit
  • Game Table
  • Gas Grill
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • HighDef TV
  • Hot Tub
  • Keurig Coffee Machine
  • King Bed
  • Large Dogs OK
  • Mountain View
  • Pet Friendly
  • Primary Bedroom on Main Level
  • Washer / Dryer
  • WiFi
(28) Reviews
Nice place, plenty of room, was clean and had everything we needed.
- Timothy , Posted: 01/20/2026
Best trip i've been on this year! Great cabin and service!
- Dustin, Posted: 11/20/2025
Best trip i’ve been on this year! Great cabin and service!
- Anonymous, Posted: 11/20/2025
We had a wonderful family trip at the Great Bear Lodge. We especially enjoyed our evening around the fire pit. Thank you so much.
- Jennifer, Posted: 08/26/2025
We had a wonderful family trip at the Great Bear Lodge. We especially enjoyed our evening around the fire pit. Thank you so much.
- Jennifer , Posted: 08/25/2025
Thank you so much! We'd love to have you visit anytime! - BRMR
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
The cabin was beautiful! The view was great!
- Sara, Posted: 08/19/2025
The cabin was beautiful! The view was great!
- Anonymous, Posted: 08/19/2025
Loved our stay here. Location and the house are fantastic. The views are stunning and the house is beautiful. We had some challenges with the cleanliness of the house, but, in fairness to BRMR, they offered to send a cleaning team out after we sent photos of how much hair there was. Our stay was only for a few nights and the dog hair was covering so much that we just took care of it ourselves. Be mindful, It is pet friendly and they charge extra for cleaning fees (we were thinking of taking our dog but didn't in the end). The house, however, was covered in dog hair - even the kitchen countertops and table. Considering their cleaning fees both standard and pet fees it was shocking how much we had to vacuum. Other than the cleaning issues, the stay was fab and the house was excellent. (Mgt - we appreciate this feedback, and it has been shared with our cleaning team so this can be addressed).
- Thomas, Posted: 08/06/2025
Loved our stay here. Location and the house are fantastic. The views are stunning and the house is beautiful. We had some challenges with the cleanliness of the house, but, in fairness to BRMR, they offered to send a cleaning team out after we sent photos of how much hair there was. Our stay was only for a few nights and the dog hair was covering so much that we just took care of it ourselves. Be mindful, It is pet friendly and they charge extra for cleaning fees (we were thinking of taking our dog but didn’t in the end). The house, however, was covered in dog hair - even the kitchen countertops and table. Considering their cleaning fees both standard and pet fees it was shocking how much we had to vacuum. Other than the cleaning issues, the stay was fab and the house was excellent.
- Tom L. , Posted: 08/04/2025
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay overall, but we are very sorry to hear that there were issues with pet hair! We are sharing this with our cleaning team so that this can be addressed, and our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss your stay further. We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
Enjoyed our stay
- Sheila, Posted: 07/21/2025
Summer cool nights in the mountains! The Great Bear Lodge is a wonderful getaway and close to so many things! Zero issues and we will be coming back!
- Spencer and Debbie, Posted: 07/01/2025
Summer cool nights in the mountains! The Great Bear Lodge is a wonderful getaway and close to so many things! Zero issues and we will be coming back!
- Anonymous, Posted: 07/01/2025
The house is in a very nice area. Very close to both downtown Bonnie and Blowing Rock. I would definitely stay here again. My only concerns are the step from the dining room area to the living space is not to code. There should be a white paint stripe on top of the step. My mother-in-law fell when stepping down.Thankfully she did not get hurt. Could’ve been much worse. The beds need some attention; if you roll over they squeak. The fire pit was an amazing addition and the basement is full of fun. Other than those very few concerns we had a very pleasant time. I would recommend this home.
- Kimberly , Posted: 05/14/2025
Congratulations on your recent grad! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay overall! Our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss your stay further, and we'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
We were caught up in Helene during our original date and BRMR was very communicative and understanding. We rescheduled for March and had a great stay. Every communication was forthright and gave us all the details we needed. The property was just as advertised.
- Yvonne, Posted: 03/14/2025
We were caught up in Helene during our original date and BRMR was very communicative and understanding. We rescheduled for March and had a great stay. Every communication was forthright and gave us all the details we needed. The property was just as advertised.
- Anonymous, Posted: 03/14/2025
Me and my friends had the best weekend trip here! Perfect day and space for corn hole and a cook out, There is so much to do around the house and the view and weather were just perfect. We will definitely be coming back here for our next ski trip!
- Elizabeth, Posted: 02/11/2025
Me and my friends had the best weekend trip here! Perfect day and space for corn hole and a cook out, There is so much to do around the house and the view and weather were just perfect. We will definitely be coming back here for our next ski trip!
- Elizabeth , Posted: 02/10/2025
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
very nice place. we had a blast.
- Josh, Posted: 01/20/2025
very nice place. we had a blast.
- Josh , Posted: 01/20/2025
Thank you! We'd love to have you visit anytime! - BRMR
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
- Jonathan , Posted: 12/10/2024
Thank you!
- Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals staff
We had an excellent stay at the Great Bear Lodge. It was clean and everything was in working order. The views were beautiful and only a 10-15 to minute drive to downtown Boone. (Review left Oct. 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Katie, Posted: 10/23/2023
We had an excellent stay at the Great Bear Lodge. It was clean and everything was in working order. The views were beautiful and only a 10-15 to minute drive to downtown Boone. (Review left Oct. 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Anonymous, Posted: 10/23/2023
Our stay was wonderful. The cabin was clean and comfortable and had so much to do when we returned in the evenings from sightseeing and visiting family. The kitchen is well stocked and all the added features throughout the home made our stay very enjoyable. (Review left Aug. 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Rene, Posted: 08/17/2023
Our stay was wonderful. The cabin was clean and comfortable and had so much to do when we returned in the evenings from sightseeing and visiting family. The kitchen is well stocked and all the added features throughout the home made our stay very enjoyable. (Review left Aug. 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Anonymous, Posted: 08/17/2023
The Great Bear Lodge was awesome. Highly recommend for a relaxing weekend getaway or vacation!!!! (Review left June 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Rebecca, Posted: 06/19/2023
The Great Bear Lodge was awesome. Highly recommend for a relaxing weekend getaway or vacation!!!! (Review left June 2023 under a prior property manager.)
- Anonymous, Posted: 06/19/2023
Awesome cabin, every thing you need for a great weekend away. Highly recommended. (Review left Oct. 2022 under a prior property manager.)
- Nate, Posted: 10/25/2022
Awesome cabin, every thing you need for a great weekend away. Highly recommended. (Review left Oct. 2022 under a prior property manager.)
- Anonymous, Posted: 10/25/2022
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