The Guardian Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest

Fantastic place with great views. The host had taken care of lots of little things that made the stay very enjoyable.

- Utkarsh, Posted: 06/16/2024

We had a wonderful few days at this wonderful property! Thank you they were so kind and thoughtful! God bless them

- Ester, Posted: 02/13/2024

This is the coolest air bnb experience I have had. This was a bachelor ski trip and this was the perfect location for my group

- Christian, Posted: 01/18/2024

This place was just perfect! One of the best rentals we've ever stayed. Everything from the decor to the amenities, it made our vacation that extra special. We will definitely stay there again.

- Buren, Posted: 12/23/2023

This place was AMAZING! The property and location was perfect. They thought of every amenity you could possibly need - Games, hot tub, toiletries, books, extra blankets, chargers, cooking supplies, etc. Hosts were responsive and check in and check out instructions were a breeze and informative. …And the Eagles Nest community!!! There was so much to do for our family. We enjoyed the outdoor play areas with the kids and will definitely be back to check out the winery! 5 stars all the way!

- Natalie, Posted: 12/04/2023

We've stayed in a lot of vacation rentals, and Guardian Bear was one of the best ones we've stayed in. Beautifully furnished, modern, clean, and lots of nice touches like the remote control window shades and automated outdoor lighting. Another unexpected perk was the long-range mountains view that was better than in the property pics. We had zero issues during our stay. This was our first stay in Eagles Nest and it was also wonderful; what a lovely neighborhood. Really enjoyed our time there!

- Sarah, Posted: 11/03/2023

We absolutely loved the cabin. They thought of every detail possible to make our stay great. The house was so clean. You would never know that it is pet friendly by the appearance, but yet they covered everything to even make your pet feel welcome. Beautiful home!!!

- Liza, Posted: 09/28/2023

Kid and pet friendly, well stocked, every detail thought of, modern and clean while retaining the mountain cabin vibes we love! The bunk room was awesome for kids/ teens to have their own space. Pretty view from the deck. There is some construction in the area but the noise was not disruptive. Would definitely stay again.

- Heather, Posted: 08/28/2023

The house is beautiful, so well-equipped and perfect for families. The outdoor seating and fire pit were our favorite spot and there is even a small grill at the fire pit. Having two areas to relax on two floors made a nice separation for the adults and kids when needed. Eagles Nest had fun offerings that meant we didn't have to leave the mountain every day. We have rented in the area for a decade and this was the best home by far.

- Molly, Posted: 07/05/2023

Everything about the home was as described. It exceeded our expectations. The rental process was easy and all notifications, charges and communications were timely and as promised.

- Molly, Posted: 06/22/2023

One of the best experiences in vacation rentals we have ever had. Service, cleanliness, communication, is above and beyond in all aspects and we cannot wait to come back. Absolutely Perfect!

- Shaun, Posted: 03/16/2023

The family absolutely loved this place. The downstairs was perfect for teenagers to enjoy their own space. The decor and fully stocked kitchen was amazing. All around a five star property!

- Carri, Posted: 02/27/2023

Book this place! We had a great experience from start to end. They had everything you would need for an incredible stay.

- Stephen, Posted: 01/31/2023

Great mountain getaway! Beautiful private community. Will come again.

- Kyle, Posted: 01/23/2023

The property we rented was immaculate and exactly as described. Communication with Blue Ridge Rentals staff was quick and clear Overall we had a wonderful experience and will definitely rent again.

- Torrey, Posted: 01/15/2023

We recently stayed in The Guardian Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest and I cannot speak highly enough of this property or of our experience! We had two families so the layout of GBL was perfect for us - two adult couples and a small group of kids who were able to have their own space in the bottom floor, which with the bunk room, game room, and tv area was big enough to keep them happy and not on top of each other.  The home was fully stocked with brand new items of anything you could possibly want or need - from the large variety of games in the library upstairs and also downstairs, to every utensil that could be necessary for cooking, to the beautifully curated books and art throughout the house. When we checked in the entire place was immaculate. The great room was large enough that we all had space to stretch out yet also felt warm and cozy - so comfortable after a long day of skiing and snowboarding. The entire home was modern - incorporating architectural natural aspects from the surrounding area - so our entire stay we felt like we were in a luxury lodge unique to the Blue Ridge. We were all very impressed with the entire property. One thing I will mention that other reviews have not - I especially liked was the circle driveway - which although it was not snowy the weekend we were there - if it had been snowy, having a flat easily accessible driveway during wintertime driving makes life so much easier.  I could write a novel about this home, starting with the monmon cat book (I thought i was the only one who knew of this artist haha!) but then it might book up for the rest of the year. It’s going to be tough to keep this one a secret. We will definitely be back!! Thank you again to the homeowners and to Blue Ridge for a wonderful stay - memories to last a lifetime.

- Torrey, Posted: 01/12/2023

I can't believe how much fun we had! We are actually depressed that we are home now. Gorgeous house! We will be back!!!!

- Britt, Posted: 11/15/2022

We had a wonderful stay and the house is amazing! It comfortably fit 6 adults and 5 kiddos with tons of things to do in the house…board games for the adults, hot wheels cars, marble mazes and tons of books for the kiddos. They had so many kids items (cups, utensils, pack n play, high chair) and the kitchen was stocked with a griddle, instapot, tons of nice pots and pans. The closets had excess blankets and towels. They really thought of everything!! Beds and pillows were comfortable too. We would gladly stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing get away. Eagles Nest is such a neat community too! The kids loved the play area by the amphitheater & the adults loved the winery :) we even saw a black bear crossing the road on our drive in.

- Kelly, Posted: 10/28/2022

Incredible home with incredible views and amenities. They truly thought of everything you might need during your stay; from cooking to games/entertainment, this home is very impressive. Will be back for sure.

- Cory, Posted: 10/27/2022

My family and I recently stayed at The Guardian Bear Lodge in the Eagles Nest development near Banner Elk, NC, and what I can say is the property greatly exceeded our expectations. Not only was the house fantastic, but the Eagles Nest development, where the house was located, was awesome - just a beautiful location with stunning Fall mountain views, with a ton of activities available to the family. We will definitely be going back, and I cannot recommend this house or the Eagles Nest development more highly. A 5 Star experience in every facet, to include the property management and rental service.

- Eric, Posted: 10/24/2022

The Guardian Bear Lodge is a gorgeous cabin with every amenity and creature comfort you could ask for. It's a convenient location near Camp Eagle's Nest, and we really appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was. The EV charger is a big plus, and the decor and creative touches are very nice. You won't be disappointed here!

- Ryan, Posted: 10/07/2022

Absolutely fabulous cabin with amazing views. The cabin had so many fun things to do. It was so well put together--with guests in mind. We loved everything from the games, to the hot tub, to the beautifully done fire pit. We'll definitely be back!!

- Chelene, Posted: 09/13/2022

We gathered to celebrate an anniversary & 2 birthdays. The 5 of us had plenty of room & loved all the provided amenities. Will definitely return to this lovely cottage.

- Julia, Posted: 08/18/2022

My husband and I decided to do a short getaway to celebrate both my birthday and our adult daughter's birthday. All there is to say it's that we had an amazing time! The property it's very well appointed, excellently designed and included many amenities! The views were beautiful! Also staying at Eagles Nest Lodge was totally enjoyable. We played mini golf and pickle ball with our grandkids! This was an unforgettable birthday !

- Maria, Posted: 07/11/2022