*Beautiful long range mountain views from all three levels of the deck
*Game Room with pool table & foosball
*Hot Tub
*Gas fire pit on the deck available year round
*Gas fireplace in the living room available 10/1 through 2/28
*10 miles to National Park entrance
*20 miles to Gatlinburg and Anakeesta
*14 miles to Pigeon Forge and The Island
*10 miles to the peaceful town of Townsend with quieter shopping, dining options, and a grocery store
*18 miles to Cade's Cove
*5.5 miles to the scenic Foothills Parkway
*High Speed WiFi
*Smart TVs in each bedroom
*24 miles to Knoxville airport (McGhee Tyson Airport - TYS)
Kick back on the deck after a day in the park and enjoy the views of layer after layer of mountains from our unforgettable mountain escape in Wears Valley. "Wears the Bears" is a spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath cabin spread across three levels that has some of the best mountain views to be found. Secluded enough to enjoy the peace and quiet that nature and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park have to offer, yet close to all the attractions of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Easily sleeps 12 guests in actual beds (9 beds) using the 2 bunk beds in the lower level game room. The cabin is only 10 miles (about 20 minutes) to the Townsend entrance of the National Park. The peaceful town of Townsend has plenty of quieter shopping, dining options, and a grocery store.
Outdoor seasonal pool access, deli, and a catch & release fishing pond is located less than 4 miles down the road from the cabin. Membership is included for your entire group for the duration of your stay. The pool, pond and deli are operated by a 3rd party. We are not affiliated with them and have no control over their days and times of operation. The pool is typically open Memorial Day through Labor Day. When their official dates for 2026 are listed, those dates will be updated here. The pool is typically open 10a-6pm daily. The pond is open year round.
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This true log cabin sits on nearly 3 acres, is at the end of the road, and at the top of the mountain! This cabin is great for a large family or a group of families and friends to spend some quality time together in the mountains! Spring time is a beautiful time to visit as everything greens up again. The bears also become a lot more active!
Entry/Main Level with Bedroom #1:
On the main level you will find the living area, kitchen, dining area, Bedroom #1, full bathroom #1, and the half bathroom. Bedroom 1 has a king bed and ensuite full bathroom #1. The living area has a wall of windows to let in the views and natural light. The kitchen on this level and is stocked with everything you need to enjoy a great meal with family and friends. The dining table seats 8 and there are 4 more seats at the kitchen counter bar stools. This floor also has the half bath off the living area. The full wrap around deck on this level provides beautiful mountain views. There is a gas fire pit on the deck and a park style (charcoal) grill next to the parking area if outdoor cooking is your style.
Lower Level with Bedroom #2 and Game Room with bunk beds:
On the lower level is Bedroom #2 with a king bed, the game room with a pool table, foosball, and two twin bunk beds, and full bathroom #2. On the deck outside of the lower level is where you'll find the hot tub and more perfect views of the Smoky Mountains.
Upper Level with Bedrooms #3 and #4:
On the upper level is Bedroom #3 with two full size beds, Bedroom #4 with a queen bed and a balcony deck off of the bedroom, and full bathroom #3 across the hall from the bedrooms.
Please note that there is some construction for a new nearby cabin down the street. Weekend guests can be confident of a quiet, relaxed stay, but there is the possibility of daytime construction noise during the week, so weekday guests should be aware that this could have a (hopefully minimal) impact on their stay. Most people spend much of their days sightseeing away from the cabin, and in that case, it would have little effect on your overall experience. You’ll be able to look forward to quiet afternoons and evenings once you return for the day. The back and side of the cabin face away from the street and construction, so the awesome mountain views aren’t affected.
-Please read the house rules before booking.
-This is a family owned cabin. Please treat it the same as your own home. We appreciate it!
-Do NOT feed the bears.
-The cabin does have neighbors, but is quite secluded. The surrounding area will be extremely dark after sunset. Arrive prior to sunset if you are uncomfortable driving in the dark.
-The road to the cabin is paved. It is steep and windy at times - That's the only way to get to the top of a mountain! Once you've made the drive once or twice, you'll be an expert. 4 wheel drive is recommended in icy or snowy conditions, but otherwise, any vehicle will get you to the cabin.
-Cell phone service can be spotty as you near the cabin. If you have your GPS on before the service is lost, your navigation will typically continue to provide directions. Once you arrive at the cabin, most cellular providers have service but you can also get on the cabin's WiFi. You may even want to print directions of have an old fashioned paper map as a backup!
-Bring your streaming passwords for use on any of the smart TVs.
-We usually are not able to accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs.
-The cabin is on well water. There is a filtration system installed and serviced regularly. We recommend bringing bottled water for drinking IF you'd prefer not to drink the well water.
-The hot tub is drained and cleaned after each guest. This means that it may take several hours to head up after a refill. Please allow for this time requirement on day of check in. The hot tub is only for adults. Do not use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or your doctor would tell you not to. Use the hot tub at your own risk.
-We have an outside security camera facing the driveway and steps to the entry for your security and the security of the cabin.
-We provide a starter pack for guests of coffee, hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, and trash can liners. You may need to buy more depending on the duration of your stay. If you'd like to use the outdoor grill, you will need to supply your own charcoal.
-Please note that critters and insects are common in the Great Smoky Mountains. We have our cabin on a monthly pest control program that is performed by a professional pest control company. Please keep in mind that the cabin is in the mountains and it would be impossible to prevent all pests from entering the cabin. By booking, you understand that there will be no refunds related to pests getting into the property. We will be happy to work with you to get our pest control back out to the cabin if necessary.
-Wildlife, including bears, inhabit the area. If you are lucky enough to see some of the wildlife, maintain a safe distance and do not feed the wildlife. Do not leave food in vehicles. Dispose of trash only in the outside cans in the bear proof trash container. This keeps you, our future guests, and these awesome creatures all safe.
-We stick to our cancellation policy. We advise that you purchase traveler's or trip insurance to protect your purchase in the event of poor weather, illness, or other factors outside of our control that would cause you to cancel after booking. There are no refunds for storms or power outages.
-The gas fireplace in the living room is operable October 1st through February 28th. We do have a gas firepit on the main level deck that is available year round.
House rules:
-No parties
-No pets
-No smoking/vaping of any kind inside the cabin
-Fines will be imposed for any pets brought to the property or smoking/vaping in the cabin
-No other guests allowed at the cabin other than those on the reservation
-Occupancy limit is 12 guests; 4 of the beds are twin bunks.
-Secure the hot tub cover when it is not in use.
-This home is secluded, but there are neighbors that must be kept in consideration. We require our guests to be good neighbors and comply with HOA restrictions on noise so we can continue sharing this cabin with others. Our smart home technology will alert us if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out to remind guests of occupancy requirements and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the decibels (noise level) and NOT any personal conversation or information. Not complying with occupancy and noise requirements will result in being asked to leave the property. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
-Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
-No discharging of any firearms on the property
-No fireworks
