Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
5 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
43 min drive
Room options
About the area
Waynesville
At this holiday home you'll be 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Queen's Farm Stables. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a furnished balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a ceiling fan are also available. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and gas grills. .With a stay at this Waynesville holiday home, you'll be 25.6 km (15.9 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Waynesville Recreation Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - 8 min drive
Maggie's Galley - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 7 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.
SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!
Rustic Elegance with Year-Round Smoky Mountain View’s! 3 bedroom/3 bath + Loft with Reading/Office area. Perfect home to enjoy the Outdoors with Hot Tub on spacious deck plus Wood Burning fireplace! Gas Fireplace in Family Room, Washer/Dryer, SS Appliances, Hulu TV, High Speed Wireless Internet. New Central Heat and Air System, 2 car garage, Gas Grill with Large Outdoor Entertainment area, and covered deck with porch swing. FABULOUS views! 3,700 feet elevation. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms plus loft area! Just had tree trimming done to open up the view!
Recent Updates include new Outdoor Patio Furniture, Newly Stained Exterior, Updated USB plugs in Kitchen Island, New King Mattress in Master Suite. New Heating & Air Conditioning Unit installed in 2019. 800 thread count sheets in all bedrooms. In 2020 ADDED NEW KITCHEN APPLIANCES AND NEWLY REPAVED DRIVEWAY.
PLEASE READ BEFORE RESERVING: NO MOTORCYCLES OR SLINGSHOTS ARE ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY.
1st Floor: Living Room with gas fireplace, Hulu TV/DVD/CD, Dining Room with seating for 8, Modern Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Keurig coffee machine and kitchen island, Pantry, King Master suite with garden tub and separate walk-in shower with double vanities & brand new 40" HD TV.
2nd Floor: (Upstairs) Loft with reading area (plenty of reading for all ages!). Loft has brand new 55" HD, 5K flat screen TV. 2nd Queen bedroom with TV/DVD/CD, Twin window bed, Full bath with tub/shower combo.
3rd Floor: (downstairs) 3rd Queen bedroom suite with separate twin bed, Flat Screen TV. Full bath and tub/shower combo. Laundry closet with washer and dryer, 2 car garage. Access to downstairs porch & deck.
4 nights minimum: Low Season April 1st - May 31st & September $230 nightly - $1525 weekly
High Season June 1st - July 31st $345 nightly - $2235 weekly
Mid-Season August & October 1st - Dec 31st (Thanksgiving & Christmas Included) $305 nightly - $2025 weekly
*SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!*
**Discount for REPEAT Dancing Bear guests**
11% tax will be applied to rent. The Damage Protection of $50 is a required item that will be added to the reservation. Optional 6.5% Trip Insurance will be applied to rent. Deposit Required for Reservations. $50 Damage Protection Plan. $75 Hot Tub Cleaning Fee **We do not provide towels for hot tub** $65 Reservation Fee (plus tax).
CLEANING FEE: $150.00
Optional: Dogs permitted (up to 40 pounds) but no cats with $100 Nonrefundable Fee.
Firewood Notice: Not all wood-burning fireplaces will provide firewood at the property. We can have firewood delivered to the property per request, we offer 1/4 cord for $100 or 1/2 cord for $180. Please order ahead before your arrival.
The Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest subdivision does not permit motorcycles or trailers on the mountain.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
2151-113665
Frequently asked questions
Does SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!! have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!! have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What luxury perks are available at SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.
What makes SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!! a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!.
Is there a private hot tub at SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!?
No, SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
SPECIAL RATE FOR SEPTEMBER: SAME RATE AS LOW SEASON!! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Melody T., Tampa, Florida
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mountain House
The home was very comfortable and everything we expected. Be prepared to drive up some windy sleep curves that would be my only draw back. We are from Florida so it was scary for us. The layout of the home gave everyone privacy which was great. Beautiful sunset and lots of rocking chairs to enjoy.
Melody T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steffon M.
13 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Dancing bear
Great cabin with amazing views my family enjoyed everything
Steffon M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
23 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy option
Spent four nights with our teens and dog for spring break. Hiked great smokies, blue ridge parkway, walked the lake junalaska (adorable area), ate in waynesville. Had a really great time bonding as a family; we were sad to leave !
Positives: view is great. You are a little set back with some trees in front of the hour but the views are lovely. Hot tub and fire pit set up are great. Stocked kitchen. Cozy and comfortable. Drive up mountain is intimidating first time but it’s paved and totally doable!
Things we would change: the bear theme is taken to the next level. There were many items like stuffed animals bears all over the house that just leave the impression of being dust collectors. partly this is just person taste though. Also, given the amazing location on top of the mountain, the house is not build to maximize the view. It is generally dark as the deck is covered and the windows are better on the second level. Couldn’t see much from the kitchen and main downstairs family area. The deck is where you need to be to enjoy the views The pictures are very accurate.
Megan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
The owners have gone to great lengths to create a home away from home. This place was gorgeous and yet comfortable. It sincerely felt like walking into 'home'. The decorative bear details were throughout and such fun to note each one. We are a cooking family and this home's kitchen was fully stocked! There was nothing we didn't have. It was wonderful! We are also avid readers and there was an area upstairs perfectly suited for reading in comfort. The view was breathtaking...the sunsets...oh my! Bird feeders hanging from the deck with bird seed available so we could enjoy the sweet birds. There was firewood and kindling for the fabulous outdoor fireplace which we thoroughly enjoyed! The grill was cook ready with a full gas tank. All in all, we had the most amazing family time from cooking together in the kitchen to playing games around the coffee table with a fire glowing in the fireplace, to soaking in the hot tub on the brisk evenings with a fire crackling nearby and then sitting out around the fire other evenings just chatting and sharing each other's space. Theses owners didn't miss a detail. We fell in love with this place and have promised to return! Thank you so much for the opportunity to enjoy this lovely place. Many sweet memories were made that we will treasure for years to come.
Until next time....The Volpe Clan
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and View
Checking into our cabin was a breeze. The cabin was beautiful. All bedrooms were on separate floors with on suite bathrooms, which gave each couple complete privacy. The view was absolutely breathtaking. We cooked breakfast every morning and the kitchen was well stocked with utensils. I would definitely stay here again.
Sharon S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alisa H.
19 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Dancing Bear rocks!
My family and I travel every year to the surrounding area & by far this is one of my favorite cabins. It is the first time I have considered going back to the same property again. Super clean & amazing view. Plenty of room & pet friendly. Thanks for a wonderful stay for my family. Looking forward to our next trip!
Alisa H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paige H., Louisville, KY, USA
28 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures
Great home with great views. The pictures do not do it justice. The outdoor fireplace and hot tub are awesome. Our kids loved the giant playground, playhouse and streams at the bottom of the mountain when you enter the community. Excellent.
Paige H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine F.
28 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
It was absolutely beautiful!! Definitely will be back at this house!!
It was awesome 10/10 recommend to anyone that's looking for a place in the mountains!!
Jasmine F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kerry Y., Orlando
26 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
We enjoyed the outside fireplace every chance we got! The views were spectacular. The inside was very comfortable and we enjoyed the gas fireplace as well. The house was perfect for our needs and we definitely recommend it!
Kerry Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andy R.
20 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed
Great location and tons of space
Andy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Rosanna P.
29 May 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty carpets.
Beautiful house but needs improvement on housekeeping. Carpets must be better cleaned.
Rosanna P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
ektdar
6 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great secluded vacation spot
Cool location tucked back in the hills. The view from the porch was beautiful, and the nice rooms, kitchen, and hot tub made for a good vacation. I’d rent it again.
ektdar
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura W.
14 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Three b.rooms & baths on 3 separate floors; great! Enough space to enjoy. Great kitchen.
Kithen amenities perfect. Bathrooms clean. Living areas more than enough for 10, we had 4. Beds comfortable. Outside hot tub and fireplace amazing. Very quiet top of the mountain. Driveway steep but manageable. Views beyond compare. It's definitely a 10 out of 10.
Laura W.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
5 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and comfortable mountain house
My family and I loved our time at Dancing Bear. It was very clean and we loved all of the touches that made us feel at home! We especially enjoyed the deck! We spent most of our days in the Smoky Mountains. It was a bit of a drive, but we loved coming back to relax on the deck and enjoyed the fireplace and the hot tub. There was plenty of room for us and we had everything we needed for the week.
Sarah S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Dawn M.
13 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is well designed for a family gathering - all the bedrooms and bathrooms were private with a nice, open kitchen/dining room/living room to hang out together in. The hot tub and outdoor fireplace were thoroughly enjoyed - we suggest you have the firewood delivered. The kitchen was very well stocked - I think the only thing missing was a tablespoon measure... and bring Tupperware or plastic bags - but that’s it - everything else was waiting for us. The house seemed bigger and more well laid out than the pictures show. Great location - very steep hills getting to the house but our SUV handled them fine. We’d all stay here again.
Dawn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Judie R.
16 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
FAMILY THANKSGIVING
Beautiful cabin just the right size for our family.. We enjoyed the lovely view and outside fireplace after we conquered those 6 switchbacks!
Judie R.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Aaron R.
24 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Dancing Bear Lodge
The property was beautiful! The cabin is situated in a position that provides privacy and seclusion, while just minutes away from downtown Maggie Valley. The cabin was clean and comfortable, it has plenty of kitchen appliances and cookware to make cooking easy and with a great view. The upstairs bedrooms view of the valley below was extremely picturesque. We didn't want to leave the cabin the whole week we were there. We can't wait to go back again next spring and fall.