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Blue Bear Cabin

4.9247
4.9 (93 Reviews)
4 Bedrooms
2.5 Baths
8 Guests
Black Mountain
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Featured Amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Mountain View
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private/Secluded
  • Wifi

Cancellation Policy

  • Moderate Policy 100% refund 30 days before check-in; 50% refund 14-30 days before check-in.

Description

Bedroom 1 Main floor
1 Queen
Bedroom 2 Main floor
1 Queen
Bedroom 3 Upper level
1 Queen
Bedroom 4 Lower level
1 Double
Nestled on 3 acres of mountainside splendor, Blue Bear Cabin offers peace and tranquility while giving you the feeling of never wanting to leave. Located only 30 minutes from Black Mountain, 45 minutes from Asheville, and just 20 minutes to Lake Lure, you're far enough away from town but close enough to the amenities of fine dining, shopping, and local attractions. Blue Bear Cabin is a wonderful log cabin with features as follows:

Main floor: full hall bath; bedroom with a Queen and full bath and second bedroom with a queen bed. A modern well-equipped kitchen and a cozy great room with a gas log fireplace, flat-screen television, and a dining area that seats up to six. The second floor offers a third bedroom with a queen, a half bath, and a loft area for reading, and surfing the internet on a wireless network. The cabin has an expansive wrap-around deck with a covered roof in the front and rear offering expansive views and plenty of space to picnic, grill, or just kick back and relax as well as a luxury hot tub (photos coming soon)! The finished basement, downstairs, includes a checkers table, a sitting/reading area, a gas fireplace, a half bath and a bedroom with a full-sized bed.

Beware, at dusk or dawn when the bluish hue of the Blue Ridge mountains is most intense you may be privileged to see an ambling black bear pass by which may appear to share the same blue hue as the surrounding mountains!

Please note: This house is pet friendly with an additional pet fee. The driveway down to the cabin is NOT suitable for trailers or campers. Satellite Wifi is available at this home, but due to the internet provider and secluded location, you will only be able to check emails and surf the web. We're sorry, but you are limited in your ability to stream movies, and music, or play games through the internet. Cell phone service is not guaranteed. You may check with your service provider to see if the service is available.

During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snow plow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles. We also highly recommend travel insurance. A hot tub has been added as of September 2022. 

Amenities

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • DVD player
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron
  • Iron Board
  • Linens provided
  • Mountain View
  • Private Entrance
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Secluded Asheville Rentals
  • Smoke Detector
  • Television
  • Towels provided
  • Washer
  • Wifi

Suitability

  • Air Conditioning
  • Children Welcome
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Decked area
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Fireplace
  • Free Parking
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed

Kitchen and Dining

  • Coffee Maker
  • Dining Area
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge
  • Keurig Coffee Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster

Outdoor Living

  • Deck Patio Uncovered
  • Grill
  • Hot Tub

Availability

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Location

Reviews

Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2024-08-19 by Marvin
Overall
4
The reason we return to Blue Bear cabin each year is because of the covered back deck and the spectacular views.

Manager's Response

Marvin, we're glad you had a lovely return visit to Blue Bear Cabin and enjoyed the covered back deck and spectacular views. We appreciate you choosing us at Greybeard Rentals and sharing your experience with us and potential guests, and we look forward to your return next year!

Blue Bear Cabin July 2024

Sent on 2024-07-28 by Jeffrey
Overall
4
very comfortable, spacious and well-appointed cabin. we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. the only reason i cant give 5 stars is that wifi was promoted but it was not available. however, greybeard solved that problem on the same day that we called, so that was incredible. grey beard was awesome to respond to all of our questions. we would definitely rent again through this agency.

Manager's Response

Jeffrey, we're glad you enjoyed your time at Big Bear Cabin and that the home provided everything needed for a comfortable stay. We're also very pleased to hear that our team at Greybeard was quick to respond and resolve the WIFI problem as soon as it came up. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to working with you again in the future!

Great cabin & great location

Sent on 2024-05-27 by Juliya
Overall
5
The cabin itself was fantastic as were the views. We enjoyed the seclusion and had plenty of space to sprawl out for 6 adults, 2 kids, and 2 dogs. Even during the thunderstorm we were able to sit out on the balcony and watch it roll by.

Manager's Response

Fantastic! We're thrilled you and your group (including the two pups) loved the home and mountain views, and we're happy to hear that the thunderstorms didn't "rain on your parade" in the slightest. We appreciate your review, and we're excited to help you plan your next mountain getaway soon!

Blue Bear Cabin Stay

Sent on 2024-05-01 by Brittany
Overall
5
Five stars

Manager's Response

Thank you for the five-star rating, Brittany!

Blue Bear Cabin Stay

Sent on 2024-05-01 by Blake
Overall
5
Five stars

Manager's Response

Thank you for the five-star rating, Blake!

Great spot!

Sent on 2024-03-17 by Dawn
Overall
5
This was our 3rd time staying here in 6 years. We absolutely love the cabin and all its details. We also enjoyed rafting with French Broad Adventures. Wonderful dog friendly vacay! We’ll be back!

Manager's Response

Dawn, we're thrilled to hear you had an amazing return visit to Blue Bear Cabin! We can't thank you enough for choosing us at Greybeard for your mountain vacations, and we are excited to welcome you back soon. 

Great cabin for the price

Sent on 2024-02-13 by Rachel
Overall
4
This cabin is a great choice if you're trying to save a little money. It's a little dated, parts of the deck needed to be repaired (caution tape was hanging in a few places), but it does the job. It's spacious, the hot tub is new and large, the view is beautiful and it's very affordable. I'd definitely recommend. It was very clean when we arrived, and we had a great time. I'm happy with our decision to rent this particular cabin.

Manager's Response

Rachel, thank you for reviewing your recent stay at Blue Bear Cabin! We're pleased to hear that you had an overall great experience and enjoyed the hot tub, mountain views, and spacious layout, and we appreciate you sharing your honest feedback with us and recommending this home to future guests. We hope that we'll get the opportunity to host you again when you return to the area!

WONDERFUL GETAWAY!!

Sent on 2023-10-20 by Denise
Overall
5
Over the past five years, we have rented many cabins (three per year) in the Blue Ridge and Smokey Mountains, mostly through VRBO. This was our first Greybeard rental, and it was far and away a better experience than we have ever had before. The cleanliness was exceptional. When we arrived, there was an issue with the coffee maker not working (very important to us!), and although it was on a Saturday afternoon, the management team immediately brought us a brand new coffee maker. The hot tub was the best we have ever enjoyed, and very clean as it is serviced weekly. They allowed us a complementary late checkout, and our deposit refund was processed in less than a week without our even needing to ask. All amenities/appliances were high quality and were working properly. The furniture was very pleasing, and the bed was really comfortable. I note all these items because in the past with even highly rated VRBO cabins, we have experienced problems with management responsiveness, cleanliness, appliances, fireplaces being out of propane, hot tubs that smelled like chlorine, crummy/broken furniture, etc. This cabin was also dog friendly, which we thought was great, even though we did not have a dog with us. THANK YOU GREYBEARD REALTY! We will definitely seek out a Greybeard rental the next time we visit Black Mountain!

Manager's Response

Wow, thank you so much for this amazing review. We really appreciate the compliments of our service and are so pleased to hear that you had such a nice stay. We are eager to welcome you back again soon!

Excellent (5)

Sent on 2023-10-19 by Anthony
Overall
5
It was beautiful! Amazing view! Just what we needed. This was a great 35th anniversary. Thank you!

Manager's Response

Congrats on 35 years! I'm so glad you had a great celebration at Blue Bear Cabin

Blue Bear

Sent on 2022-07-27 by John C.
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5
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Seclusion

Wonderful mountain getaway

Sent on 2022-01-21 by Scott T.
Overall
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Beautiful house had a great peaceful energy. Wonderful views, and very relaxing!

Christmas 2021 in NC!

Sent on 2022-01-03 by Barbara D.
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Everything! The views were fabulous! The accommodations were perfect for our families.

Beautiful view

Sent on 2021-11-27 by Angy C.
Overall
5
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5
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5
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4
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5
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Cabin was isolated and had beautiful views. Bonus was we were able to include our dog on our vacation.

Awesome

Sent on 2021-11-08 by Eric C.
Overall
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Great stay , very clean , views were beautiful

Lovely stay in Black Mountain

Sent on 2021-08-11 by Liz F.
Overall
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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We had a great time at Blue Bear Cabin. The cabin was clean and comfortable, plenty of towels and extra blankets. The view from the deck is amazing and the screened in porch was the perfect place to curl up with a good book. The owner's provide a good selection of games, the beds were comfortable, there were nightlights in the bathrooms for the kids. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking, we ate most of our meals at home. Good proximity to the town of Black Mountain and easy to get to hiking and other activities in and around Asheville.

RnR weekend

Sent on 2021-07-13 by Louis B.
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Everything, clean house, great view, peace and quiet.

Loved Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2021-06-28 by Karen Z.
Overall
5
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5
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4
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5
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5
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The beautiful setting, relaxing fun activities in the area, and the clean and well-appointed kitchen/house.

Son's Wedding Week

Sent on 2021-05-12 by John H.
Overall
5
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5
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4
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The opportunity to dine outdoors on the deck was especially nice given that the space inside was a bit tight for our family. We loved the fireplace and the ability to light it with a "touch". Our Greybeard Rental agent was outstanding their communication from booking to arrival to our leaving. Excellent information about what to expect at the cabin made shopping before arrival easy. David who was our housekeeping service made sure the cabin was clean and ready for our wonderful weekend.

AWESOME CABIN w/ great views and sunsets!!

Sent on 2021-04-19 by Joey P.
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5
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5
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5
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We had an incredible time staying at the cabin. We loved that our dogs were allowed to join us and our favorite part was the beautiful sunsets over the ridge off the back deck. We will be back!

We loved our stay!

Sent on 2021-04-13 by Nathalia M.
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5
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5
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5
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The cabin is exactly as in the pictures shows - very clean and comfortable. The cabin is very quiet a place of pure peace! We are definitely coming back this summer!

A Wonderful Get Away

Sent on 2021-01-20 by Renhard M.
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5
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5
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5
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The View, the house, the location.....It was great

Thanksgiving in the Mountains

Sent on 2020-12-01 by Lorraine C.
Overall
5
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4
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4
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5
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5
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We enjoyed the relaxing stay with beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

A week in the mountains

Sent on 2020-10-05 by John H.
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5
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5
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5
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The cabin was beautiful and in a great location. We really enjoyed the mountain views.

Blue Bear

Sent on 2020-09-09 by David C.
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5
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5
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5
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This a wonderfully equipped and decorated home. We enjoyed quiet mornings and afternoons on the comfortable deck overlooking the mountains

Exceptional

Sent on 2020-08-30 by Carol S.
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5
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5
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Peaceful, well appointed cabin with an excellent view. Agents were a pleasure to interact with, informative and helpful. Will absolutely return.

Bbc

Sent on 2020-08-24 by Browne R.
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5
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5
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4
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Peaceful with pleasant view.

Sent on 2020-08-07 by Matthew H.
Overall
5
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5
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5
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It was very peaceful and comfortable. The property was far enough away from local towns to feel secluded but not so far away to feel isolated. 20 minutes or so in one direction and you are in Chimney Rock. 20 minutes or so in the other direction and you are in the town of Black Mountain. Both locations have plenty of activities, restaurants and points of interest. Asheville is also less than an hour away and offers anything that you might want.

Nice Cabin

Sent on 2019-10-21 by John B.
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4
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4
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Nice cabin overall. Amazing Views! Internet that was provided does not work the greatest ..

Perfect Way to Flee a Hurricane

Sent on 2019-09-11 by Erin R.
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5
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5
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The views are absolutely gorgeous. The house was clean, cozy, along with so much space. We spent hours outside on the porches both the screened in and the one upstairs. I'm already planning my families next stay! A+ all around!

Blue Bear Cabin is a winner!

Sent on 2019-08-27 by wesley m.
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5
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5
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5
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This cabin is thoughtfully equipped for guests. It's very clean and well maintained. The kitchen has everything you want to prepare meals. The cozy family room provides space to read, watch television or have a conversation. The bedrooms are spacious with nice bedding, and bathrooms have lots of storage and a full supply of towels. Downstairs is another sitting room with tv, laundry facilities and screened in patio. The deck on the main floor is just lovely and provides ample seating for reading or dining. This home has many areas to read, nap or play games. Just bring your clothes and you're all set!

Great Time @ Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2019-08-02 by Timothy D.
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5
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5
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Being that this would be my family's first extended time away since the death of our son in October 2017, my wife and I were looking for a place that would provide beauty, solitude and reprieve from our daily lives. We have always loved the scenic beauty of the mountains and this property, with its location, met all of our expectations...and more. It was exceptionally clean, attractive, spacious and highly functional for our needs. A BIG plus for us is that it was dog friendly. Our dog is old and leaving him behind was not doable. The pet fee was reasonable with not a lot of restrictions on his movements. We think he enjoyed it as much as we did. Perhaps the most telling quality of this property and the concern and care you exhibit to your tenants is the condition of the home itself.This home was CLEAN!!! Extraordinarily so!!! I commend your cleaning staff for performing this service with obvious pride and concern. The home was more than spacious to accommodate all of us (three people and a dog) and provide plenty of room for privacy. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property and would heartily do so again myself is I make it back to the area. Thank you Greybeard Rentals for your professionalism and being a part of the wonderful time we had.

Getaway

Sent on 2019-06-24 by Trisha L.
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5
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5
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View

Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2019-05-27 by Julie W.
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5
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5
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the fabulous views

Daigle's Stay @ Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2019-05-21 by Marvin D.
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5
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5
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We love the covered back deck, the view, and the remoteness of the cabin.

Lovely family Christmas

Sent on 2019-01-03 by Julie R., Melbourne, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
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4
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5
Blue Bear Cabin is a great place to take the family for a getaway. The cabin is very nicely decorated and furnished in a traditional cabin feel. The kitchen is well stocked with all of the dishes,pots, pans and tools you need to cook. The view was amazing. Christmas decorations were adorable. Staff was responsive to all calls and questions. Unfortunately the internet was spotty and slow then quit working altogether which did present a problem while trying to plan activities. I suggest printing out your desired activities in advance of your trip just in case. The driveway and road to the cabin are steep but well maintained might be an issue in icy conditions if you don't have four wheel drive.

Manager's Response

Sorry to hear about the internet. Internet can be a bit more spotty in mountain locations from time to time, unfortunately. I'm glad you enjoyed the stay otherwise and found it to be well stocked for your family getaway!

Beautiful Escape in the Mountains of North Carolina

Sent on 2018-12-19 by Jennifer D., Atlanta, GA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
My husband and I stayed at Blue Bear for four nights in November, and we loved our stay! The home is incredibly clean and has everything you could need. This would be the perfect rental for a family because there are so many places to sit! There are several seating areas inside along with large and comfortable outdoor furniture. We spent a lot of time just reading and relaxing next to the fire. We also loved the proximity to the town of Black Mountain and spent quite a bit of time wandering around down there. Our favorite place to eat was the Straightaway Caf, just a few short miles from Blue Bear - definitely check it out!

Manager's Response

This sounds lovely! I'm so glad you had a nice time at Blue Bear Cabin. Straighaway Cafe is a good find close to Blue Bear!

Great Escape

Sent on 2018-11-19 by Recent Guest, Beaufort, SC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
My husband and I stayed at the Blue Bear Cabin in November of this year. Even though the weather didn't cooperate, we still had an amazing time. The Blue Bear cabin was immaculate and well appointed. We looked forward to curling up on the couch by the fireplace after a day of sightseeing. We were about equidistant between between Black Mountain and Chimney Rock. If you are looking to explore the area, see stunning natural beauty and try some delicious craft bears, this is the perfect cabin for you.

Manager's Response

Sounds great. I'm glad you enjoyed the time at Blue Bear Cabin despite the weather.

Blue Bear cabin

Sent on 2018-10-18 by Giancarla H., Bald Head Island, NC United States
Overall
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
4
Great experience. Fantastic views and tranquil environment. We love it and will recommend it to others

Manager's Response

Thanks for the recommendation! I'm glad you enjoyed the experience.

Peaceful retreat

Sent on 2018-09-24 by Carol F., New Bern, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We rented the cabin to evacuate Florence. It was so wonderful! The view was amazing and I could only imagine all 4 seasons from the back deck. I highly recommend this cabin for a stay. Very close to activities.

Manager's Response

Glad you were pleased with your stay at Blue Bear! I hope everything is okay back home.

A Bear of a weekend

Sent on 2018-07-06 by Timothy Z., Marietta, GA United States
Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Great long 4th of July weekend with 2 other couples. Cabin was great, well appointed, with a great and different view shed! Easy access to Black Mtn.

Manager's Response

Excellent. Thanks for letting us know how your 4th of July stay went.

Great escape

Sent on 2018-06-14 by Recent Guest, Charlotte, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was a wonderful property. Extremely clean. Everything you need to cook. Very spacious. We would stay here again.

Manager's Response

Great! Thanks for this feedback on your time at Blue Bear Cabin.

Rainy but enjoyable mountain retreat

Sent on 2018-05-13 by Recent Guest, Bristol, TN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Inspite of lots of rain, we enjoyed so much the lovely porch overlooking the mountains! Enjoyed our stay very much.

Manager's Response

Great. I'm so glad you enjoyed the stay despite the rain! Thank you for your feedback. -Greybeard Rentals

Magnificent stay!

Sent on 2018-04-06 by Dawn W., Quinby, SC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Absolutely beautiful and extremely relaxing. The cabin was spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed grilling out with the sunset as our view. This was a wonderful vacation spot for myself, husband, our two 13 year old sons, and our dog. In terms of location, we enjoyed the town of Black Mountain- so many amazing restaurants and shops- about 10 miles away one way, and the various trails and waterfalls, including Chimney Rock, the other way. Our boys also enjoyed zip lining at Navitat.

Manager's Response

Sounds like you packed in quite a few fun activities and also enjoyed some great down time at Blue Bear Cabin. Great to hear this! Thanks for the feedback. Hope to see you again soon. -Greybeard Rentals

Our Stay at Nlue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2017-12-21 by Greg H., Douglas, GA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
It was perfect! The cabin was very clean and tastefully decorated!

Manager's Response

Wonderful! Glad you enjoyed Blue Bear Cabin. -Greybeard Rentals

Weekend Getaway

Sent on 2017-11-22 by Recent Guest, La Grange, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We who stayed for the weekend with a two other couples. We were very excited to see how clean and nice the house was. There was plenty of space for people to separate, with several different sitting and living areas. However, we spent most of our time on the porch, relaxing and enjoying the view! The kitchen is well stocked with pots & pans, utensils, spices & a coffee maker. This house is very nice and clean, yet still gives you the true mountain cabin feel. We will definitely stay here again!

Manager's Response

Wow, this is great to hear! I'm so glad you found the home to be well-stocked, had a nice stay at Blue Bear Cabin and had some time to take in that wonderful view.

A Great Cabin Get-Away!

Sent on 2017-09-28 by Gregory W., Missouri City, TX United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This cabin was a great way to get-away from it all. It was secluded and surrounded by beautiful scenery. It was the epitome of the words \"log cabin\". Every part of the cabin was decorated and accented with the cabin theme. It was clean, comfortable and a great experience being there. It's located fairly close to the town of Black Mountain and not that far from Asheville. We climbed Chimney Rock, hiked up Tom's Creek Falls, drove The Blue Ridge Parkway and spent several hours at The Biltmore. I wished we could have stayed longer, there is so much more to explore. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Blue Bear Cabin.

Manager's Response

Sounds like a very fun time. Thanks for your feedback on your stay at Blue Bear Cabin. Come back soon to explore more!

perfect place!!!

Sent on 2017-09-22 by Recent Guest, Jacksonville, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
the owner was easy to work with, when we had minor wifi issue. the house is spectacular, as is the view! very affordable for what you get... we WILL be back!

Manager's Response

Wow, sounds like a great time! Thank you for your feedback and I'm glad your wifi issue was only a momentary issue. -Greybeard Rentals

Labor Day Weekend 2017

Sent on 2017-09-12 by Kellie N., LaGrange, GA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We very much enjoyed our long weekend stay at the Blue Bear cabin. The cabin itself was comfortable, beautiful and clean and the location was remote enough to have some privacy but not too far from activities. The mountain view from the back deck was one of my favorite parts of the trip.

Manager's Response

Wow, thank you for this great feedback! I'm glad you had a nice time with us at Blue Bear Cabin! -Greybeard Rentals team

Blue bear

Sent on 2017-08-24 by Recent Guest, Virginia Beach, VA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
The cabin had space for us to be together and to separate and have time alone. We enjoyed getting and having spring water on our way to the cabin.

Manager's Response

Wonderful - sounds like a good mix of time spent at Blue Bear Cabin. Very cool that you found the natural spring spot off of Route 9. Thanks for staying with us! - Greybeard Rentals team

7/20/17 - 7/23/17

Sent on 2017-08-05 by Recent Guest, Pittsburgh, PA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Our family of 5, greatly enjoyed our trip to the Blue Bear Cabin. The cabin was clean on our arrival. There was plenty of space for our family, which included 3 adult children and spouse. The back deck overlooking the mountains ended up being where we spent most of our time. We were quite thankful for the air conditioning, which worked very well, as most of the days we were there the temperature was in the 90's. There is plenty of seating area and space for gathering. The cabin is approximately 40 minutes away from Asheville, and 20 minutes to Black Mountain. The cabin is dog friendly and our lab enjoyed her stay, as well. Overall, we were very pleased.

Manager's Response

Great. Happy to hear you had a nice stay at Blue Bear Cabin! -Greybeard Rentals team

5 Stars! A terrific getaway

Sent on 2017-08-04 by Bryon L., Kansas city, MO United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
The cabin is terrifically maintained. My wife, myself and 4 children had plenty of room, so having 6 people there was no problem at all. I thought the location was perfect. very private yet only 20 minutes to Black Mountain. Tantalizing company was proactive, responsive and always helpful. We can't wait to return.

Manager's Response

We can't wait to welcome you back! Thanks for staying with Greybeard Rentals at Blue Bear Cabin.

Secluded, Clean, and Cute with Beautiful Views

Sent on 2017-06-20 by Greg P., Holly Springs, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
The cabin has easy access, and is clean with a charming bear-themed motif. ~25 minutes to quaint Black Mountain downtown. Kids asked to come back to the same cabin again.

Manager's Response

Great! I'm glad Blue Bear was a hit with your family! Come back again soon. - Greybeard Rentals team

Lovely to-die-for views

Sent on 2017-05-31 by Recent Guest, Potomac, MD United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This cabin has majestic views - the photos don't do it credit! You want to live on the porch forever. The cabin is spotless, and has every amenity you can imagine (except shampoo and sugar). Beds and rooms are very comfortable. Although it is quite out of the way from Asheville with a winding road, and we were questioning the choice as the road went on and on in the hills, once you get there its worth every minute of the drive. The rental company communication is also very good.

Manager's Response

Oh good! So glad you enjoyed your time at Blue Bear 's such a great home. Happy to hear that our communication was helpful. Thanks, and come back to stay with us at Greybeard Rentals again soon!

Family gathering

Sent on 2017-05-16 by Michael H., Houghton, MI United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Blue Bear cabin was a wonderful experience for us. Four of us from Michigan joined our son from Raleigh for a family gathering. The cabin allowed us both privacy and community space. Beautifully decorated and seemed almost brand new. We loved the seclusion of the setting.

Manager's Response

This is great to hear that Blue Bear Cabin provided an ideal setting for your family gathering. It's a great cabin. Thank you for choosing Greybeard Rentals and Blue Bear Cabin!

Great Cabin with Beautiful Views, Very Relaxing

Sent on 2017-05-09 by James and Lorraine K., Burgettstown, PA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We had a great experience at Blue Bear, just not enough time. The cabin is well maintained and was very clean, and included everything you would need for a great visit. This was our second time staying with Greybeard. We stayed at Jarrett Creek Cottage last Nov. It is also a very nice home located alongside a large peaceful running creek, no view really, but we felt it had a good location to points of interest. Greybeard was very helpful both times and provided more than enough information for our stay, and made it known they were always available. We also appreciated the gift of delicious pumpkin bread from the Black Mtn Bakery upon our arrival,and the great coffee from Dynamite Roasting Co. was a nice surprise too this time. We have purchased their coffee when we visit & also on-line from home. Blue Bear is beautifully decorated and cozy, and was a great place to relax and enjoy nature and the fresh mountain air. The sitting area in the loft and upstairs bedroom are particularly welcoming, although we really loved the whole cabin. It was great taking in the views from the porch off of the living room that wraps around & the screened-in porch downstairs, that both have very comfortable furniture. We also enjoyed our time at Chimney Rock (really mostly the hiking trails/great waterfall), and our hikes at all of the trails at Linville Falls (spectacular), and Roaring Fork Falls(unique falls), along with all of the beautiful views from the Blue Ridge Parkway. We highly recommend and enjoyed eating again at Fresh Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta & the Trailhead Rest. & Pub both in Black Mtn along with shopping in town. Have to also recommend 12 Bones Smokehouse in Asheville near where our daughter lives. Had to stop there upon our arrival from PA for their great Barbecue. We feel the owners have really put a lot of thought into this cabin, and it's those special touches that make it a memorable place to stay and want to return to along with also having a beautiful view.

Manager's Response

Glad you enjoyed the Dynamite coffee that we give to returning guests! It really is great coffee. So pleased to hear that your second visit was enjoyable at Blue Bear Cabin and you were able to enjoy that great view from the cabin. We look forward to next time!!

Best Cabin

Sent on 2017-04-29 by Eleonore H., La Vergne, TN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
As soon as we arrived we were welcomed by a beautiful view and a beautiful cabin. We were able to bring our dog and she loved it. On the counter was fresh made pumpkin bread my favorite and a suprice for our dog a travel dog bowel. I always wanted one especially since we hike. Each room was decorated beautifully and the gas fireplace kept us warm since it rained every day. Asheville is 30 min from the cabin. We will definitely come back to this cabin even my housband said it's the best one we stayed in. Thank you for having us in your beautiful home. I had to buy the same beat throw in Asheville like the cabin has :)

Manager's Response

Sounds like a great time! So glad to hear you were surprised by the pumpkin bread and dog bowl. Blue Bear was a great choice in a vacation will look forward to welcoming you back soon. - Greybeard Rentals team

Ahh - Time with Family

Sent on 2017-03-30 by Derrick M., Mooresville, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We had a wonderful time at the Blue Bear Cabin. It was perfect for our extended weekend trip with our three adult children. We climbed Catawba Falls, played games at the Asheville Pinball Museum and visited The Biltmore. We spent each evening on the back deck watching the sunset, talking, laughing and enjoying the view.
The cabin was great for us with the three bedrooms and the pull out sofa in the loft. We would definitely recommend this to others.

Manager's Response

Catawba Falls is a great hike! I'm so glad you were able to visit the Pinball Museum and the Biltmore as fun attractions. Happy to hear Blue Bear was a good fit for you all - it's a wonderful cabin. Thanks for recommending us! - Greybeard Rentals team

Very nice

Sent on 2017-03-01 by Bob H., Middletown, NJ United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Very comfortable

Manager's Response

Great!

Blue Bear Heaven

Sent on 2017-02-04 by Christina S., Lutz, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This cabin is a piece of country heaven that we will never forget!

Manager's Response

That's great to hear that you were pleased in your stay at Blue Bear Cabin! Come back and stay with us again!

Black Mountain Christmas

Sent on 2017-01-03 by Recent Guest, Vienna, VA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
The rental was perfect. It is very roomy (with the exception of the main floor sitting area) and the downstairs allowed us to play games or watch TV separately from the group talking on the main level. The main floor sitting room is a little tight with the table (we put in the board) and large sofa, but, again, between the downstairs and the loft, all 5 of our guests were comfortable. The description does not accurately reflect the extra rooms downstairs (including a screened porch and 1/2 bath) so it was a pleasant surprise. The trips to Black Mountain, Asheville, Biltmore, and Chimney Rock were relatively close and nice drives through the mountains. Views were great, from beautiful fog clouds, to sunsets, to stars at night from the deck.

There was enough towels for everyone and the property was clean and well-maintained. The kitchen had everything we needed. The Christmas tree and decorations made it feel like home. We left an ornament on the tree for the owners!

I would definitely recommend this property and hope to be able to come back.

Manager's Response

We added photos of the finished basement, but improved the description after reading your feedback about the extra rooms downstairs (thanks for the feedback!). I'm so glad you had an enjoyable time over the Christmas holiday!

Bluebear Cabain 11-10 to 11-13

Sent on 2016-11-29 by Abraham M., Clayton, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Pretty good place and nice view to the mountain. I recommend to offer the PPV for the cable or movies. I was trying to watch a fight in directv but they ask for password

Manager's Response

I'm so glad you enjoyed Blue Bear Cabin - it's a great place! Thanks for the recommendations!

Beautiful cabin

Sent on 2016-09-06 by Recent Guest, Crown Point, IN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Very nice cabin, equipped kitchen with anything you could possibly need. A little farther from Asheville then the web site stated. Overall loved it.

Manager's Response

I'm so glad you felt that Blue Bear Cabin was well-equipped for all of your needs! We love that cabin!

Great cabin in great location

Sent on 2016-08-17 by Michael K., Greensboro, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Very convenient to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. Stunning view from back porch. Finished basement with second TV an unexpected bonus. Two nice bedrooms on main floor, one upstairs; many bathrooms. Only downside in summer is to get main floor comfortable it's a bit cold in basement and a bit warm upstairs. All told, tho, a beautiful, well-stocked house that we'll likely return to.

Manager's Response

Great! I'm so glad you enjoyed the time at Blue Bear Cabin and found that the proximity to the activities you were interested in was favorable.

Family Gathering

Sent on 2016-08-13 by Steve C., Ormond Beach, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Wonderful experience from beginning to end. The rental met all our expectations.

Manager's Response

Great! Glad to hear the stay met your expectations and was enjoyable.

Peaceful getaway

Sent on 2016-07-29 by Recent Guest, Saint Simons Island, GA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Blue Bear Cabin is a well appointed, private cabin about 20 minutes from Black Mountain, and 40 minutes from Asheville. It sits in a beautiful environment and has everything you need. We and our dogs enjoyed the expansive porch and in two weeks, saw one other car on the road. We love to cook and would have liked more counter space, but the kitchen has all the basics. The dining area is cramped but you can spill out onto the porch. Our kids came for one weekend and the cabin comfortably accommodated three adult couples. We would definitely rent the cabin again. Kudos to the owners for creating a homey, comfortable retreat.

Manager's Response

That's great to hear that it was an enjoyable time at Blue Bear Cabin! Thank you!

Great Family Cabin!

Sent on 2016-04-15 by Recent Guest, Oakland, CA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We had a very nice time with extended family at the Blue Bear Cabin. Our grandson enjoyed counting all the bears (upwards of 125!) It is a comfortable and accommodating place to stay and we will, no doubt, come again. One small criticism is that it would be nice to have a larger cutting board and a dish drainer for hand washed dishes. I also would have preferred to know before booking about the added fee and taxes, rather than thinking my total cost would be the one shown.

Manager's Response

Thanks to your grandson for taking inventory on the bear count. ;) So glad the stay was so enjoyable. Regarding taxes and fees: and fees are mentioned on rate quotes and are shown on the final booking screen before your finalize your reservation so I'm not quite sure what's being referred to, but we'd love to resolve it if there was a confusing issue in the booking process. Just let us know! Thanks for your feedback all around and we'll look forward for the next visit!!

Good times at Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2016-04-10 by Mark W., Rockwood, ON United States
Overall
4
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
3
Property condition
4
Enjoyable surroundings and
lots of fresh air. 40 minutes to Asheville and all its amenities. Great hiking nearby with trails suitable for all levels of experience.

Manager's Response

That's great that you enjoyed the stay at Blue Bear and exploring the area! Give Greybeard a call if we can help in the future.

Very nice experience

Sent on 2016-03-31 by Robb C., Wauwatosa, WI United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
3
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5
We loved the cabin. It really had an in the mountains feel to it. The setting was very private. Peaceful. Nice view. Well stocked with dishes, towels, etc. Clean, up to date just like the pictures.

Manager's Response

All good! Glad it was what you expected (and more!) We appreciate you staying with Greybeard. We'll look forward to your next visit!

Blue Bear Cabin Christmas Review

Sent on 2016-01-12 by Stephen M., Kinsman, OH United States
Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Overall is was a very good experience. Really enjoyed the beautiful view and the decorated Christmas tree and lights added a very nice touch. Only downside was the small kitchen. Our family likes to cook and found the kitchen a little cramped.

Manager's Response

Glad it was a good holiday celebration! We appreciate the feedback and would love to have you back soon!

Amazing cabin (Boue Bear) & location (Black Mountain)!

Sent on 2016-01-07 by Kelly B., Cincinnati, OH United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5
Renting from Grey Beard was a wonderful experience, working with Renda Barnes made everything so easy and smooth-she is an amazing help, very quick to reply and was genuinely concerned with helping us find the right rental for us. Blue Bear cabin is amazing, it's an authentic log cabin with modern amenities and incredible mountain views. The deck is beyond compare and adds so much to the experience of the mountains! There are so many wonderful things we loved about our stay: Enjoying the sunset on the deck, cozying up by the gas fireplace, lounging on the very comfortable indoor and outdoor furniture, being together in the open floor plan, quiet time in the loft area reading beside the Christmas tree, sleeping soundly in the very comfy beds, hiking around the local hills, enjoying the local cuisine in town -just to mention a few. We plan to return and hope it's sooner than later! The only suggestion we have is for an on-site garbage storage or bear box (we weren't aware we would have to transport trash to the rental office dumpster) other than that our trip was perfection!

Manager's Response

Great! So glad to hear Renda set you up with Blue Bear Cabin and you enjoyed the stay there. Thanks for the feedback and suggestion - we appreciate that. Come back and stay with Greybeard again soon!

Blue Bear Cabin Review Sept 9 - 16, 2015

Sent on 2015-09-18 by Marvin D., Charles town, WV United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We had a great time. The cabin was there perfect balance of remoteness and accessibility. It was a pleasure even to drive route 9 because it reminded us of our years in Colorado. The view from the back deck is spectacular. We took advantage of the tickets to the Biltmore available through he Greybeard Rental office as well. I've seen others mention the occasional highway noise from rt. 9 when on the back deck as a negative, but I kind of enjoyed it. It offset the remoteness of the view nicely I thought.

Manager's Response

Happy to hear that you enjoyed the stay at Blue Bear Cabin. I hope the Biltmore visit was fun for you too. Come back and visit soon!

Family Vacation

Sent on 2015-09-03 by Hillary T., Highland Park, IL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
Our vacation at Blue Bear Cabin was exceptional. We had an excellent time relaxing and enjoying family while there and the cabin was the perfect centerpiece to our experience. Private, secluded and beautiful.

Manager's Response

Great! Glad it was a good family vacation.

The End of August at Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2015-09-02 by Gary and Marcidna B., Pennington, NJ United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our second stay at Blue Bear and it was just as enjoyable as the first stay. The cabin was clean, cozy, and quiet..a perfect combination to help us relax. The weather was perfect for the entire time we stayed. In the upper 50's at night, in the low 80's during the day. We spent the week looking for our retirement home site (successfully!) and had a marathon shopping day in Asheville and Black Mountain on Friday. It was tough leaving on Saturday, but we're planning another trip to Blue Bear in the spring.

Manager's Response

I'm glad your retirement home search proved successful and that you had an enjoyable stay! We will look forward to welcoming you back to Blue Bear!

Great Vacation Cabin

Sent on 2015-08-02 by Jerry W., Mebane, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Our family of six stayed in the Blue Bear Cabin, and we thoroughly enjoyed everything about it! The cabin is beautiful and comfortable! The view was incredible, which was a treat AND a surprise for us! The cabin was very clean when we got there also. And the rental experience with the Greaybeard Rental was very professional and the process went very smoothly! We contacted them on a Saturday morning, and in a few hours we were ready to go for our vacation the following Monday! All in all we highly recommend the cabin and the people in charge of it!

Manager's Response

That's great! We're glad you contacted us and enjoyed your stay at Blue Bear Cabin. We'd look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

Wedding Weekend Getaway

Sent on 2015-07-30 by Recent Guest, Morrisville, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
3
Property condition
5
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Bear Cabin. We had 3 couples in town for a friend's wedding and the accommodations were just perfect. There was plenty of space and all of the amenities made our stay very pleasant. We just wish we had been able to stay longer!

Manager's Response

That's great. Yes - we do hope you come back soon and take some extra time to enjoy!

Blue Bear Cabin is wonderful!

Sent on 2015-07-23 by Susan H., Nashvile, TN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
We have stayed at Blue Bear Cabin twice and plan to return next year! The house is very clean and well equipped for everything we needed for two adults, two kids, and one Labrador. The back porch with that mountain view is the best!

Manager's Response

Great! Thanks for being a repeat guest of Greybeard & Blue Bear Cabin! We'll look forward to welcoming you next year.

Wonderful!!

Sent on 2015-07-14 by Jeanne L., Vero Beach, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have rented vacation homes all over, and this is by far the most charming. Great views, comfortable beds, beautifully decorated, private. They welcome you with a huge loaf of pumpkin bread. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Manager's Response

So glad you enjoyed it and what a compliment that this was one of your favorites! Come back soon and stay longer with us next time! :)

Great place

Sent on 2015-07-09 by Bettina K., Wake Forest, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This is just the most homely house. The house is situated in the middle of the mountains and the view is just fabulous.

Manager's Response

Great! Glad you enjoyed the stay.

Black Bear sighted Near Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2015-07-08 by Recent Guest, Ponce Inlet, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
3
Property condition
5
Very Professional and informative re property and area.

Manager's Response

Thanks! We appreciate you staying with us!

Gorgeous cabin!

Sent on 2015-06-12 by Priyali R., Columbia, SC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Beautiful cabin, super clean and extremely well stocked. The complimentary pumpkin bread was much appreciated!

Manager's Response

Very good! Thanks for the feedback!

Blue bear cabin

Sent on 2015-03-20 by Recent Guest, Surf CIty, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
had a great time. Place was very nice

Manager's Response

Thanks for the review of your stay at Blue Bear and for staying with Greybeard Rentals! We'd love to welcome you back in the future.

Peaceful

Sent on 2014-12-29 by John C., Orlando, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Wonderful

Manager's Response

Great!

Charming cabin with a beautiful view

Sent on 2014-11-04 by Recent Guest, Chapin, SC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Greybeard rentals was great to work with and the cabin was clean and welcoming. The pumpkin bread left as a welcome present was a wonderful touch and we all enjoyed it immensely. The cabin was well equipped with all the necessary kitchen essentials and we enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. The cabin is within 15 min of Lake Lure and Chimney rock and about a half hour from Asheville. My friends and I would definitely stay here again.

Manager's Response

Glad you enjoyed the pumpkin bread and working with us. :) Blue Bear is a great cabin!
We will look forward to welcoming you back!

October at Blue Bear Cabin

Sent on 2014-10-13 by Gary and Marcidna B., Pennington, NJ United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We spent the first week of October at Blue Bear Cabin, and the experience met all of our expectations. Quiet, comfortable relaxing. Just what we needed to relax and recharge!

Manager's Response

Great! Good to hear you enjoyed some relaxation at Blue Bear. Let us know if we can help you in the future!

Beautiful cabin

Sent on 2014-09-30 by John S., Lawrenceburg, IN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We were very pleased with blue bear cabin. The cabin was clean and decorated nicely. The people at grey beard rentals were very helpful

Blue Bear Weekend

Sent on 2014-08-26 by Pat H., Poca, WV United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
So quiet & secluded! When the basement is finished it will be our #1 choice of the Asheville area.

Blue Bear Cabin, Black Mtn. N.C.

Sent on 2014-08-16 by Ken L., Tequesta, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Peaceful, quiet, picturesque , cozy, warm, and adventurous.

Home away from home.

Sent on 2014-07-24 by Recent Guest, Denmark, United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
With a great view overlooking the mountains, Blue Bear Cabin is the perfect vacation getaway. We were 6 adults staying at the cabin, and the rooms were just right for us all. Black Mountain has ideal shops for buying everything you need for your stay. Hiking is within a short drive and make sure to visit the amazing Lake Lure. Can highly reconmend Blue Bear Cabin and GrayBeared Rentals

Summer Weekend

Sent on 2014-07-23 by Recent Guest, Durham, NC United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
4
This was a great weekend! We visited our daughter in Black Mtn and had many trips back and forth...the distance was the only drawback, but we would definitely do this again. We also had a minor struggle determining the wifi pw because the \"Cabin Manual\" was buried in several magazines and books. We figured it out and I would only suggest that the pw be explicitly posted on the refrigerator. EVERYTHING was really nice and this is our first choice whenever we come back to this area!

Amazing secluded 8 miles from town fully stocked kitchen - VIEWS!

Sent on 2014-07-03 by Heather L., Lake Worth, FL United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Perfect spot to hide from the world with Black Mountain restaurants off the charts - summer views - pots/pans - hiking near and far - deck spacious - cabin designed well with space to move/closets/drawers - great afternoon rain storms - fans in every room w/air - a great choice! Spent whole month of June - CLEAN!!!!

Great house. Got a little hot.

Sent on 2014-05-28 by Diane R., Allons, TN United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Loved our time there

BlueBear Cabin

Sent on 2014-04-23 by Recent Guest, Castle Rock, CO United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
5
Beautiful cabin that was very clean and comfortable. Surroundings peaceful and lovely. Black Mountain area very nice. Plenty to do for everyone

Great stay

Sent on 2014-03-14 by Recent Guest, Olive Branch, MS United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Very nice rental. Quiet, secluded, all the items I needed. A nice four days seeing my daughter and grandchildren. One review I read talked of the road noise on Route 9. Only noticeable when outside, thenonly minimally. Not a heavily travelled road. The concrete slab is begging for a hot tub and then this cabin would be heavenly. Views are just gorgeous.

FAQs

WHERE IS THIS HOUSE LOCATED?

Blue Bear Cabin is located in Black Mountain. This home is approximately 30 minutes to downtown Black Mountain, 20 minutes to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, and 45 minutes to Asheville. Click on the location tab above to locate this house on a map.

WHAT IS YOUR REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY?

If you need to cancel your reservation and the property you had reserved re-rents for the time which you had it reserved, you will be refunded all money you had paid minus an $89 cancellation fee. If you cancel and the property does not re-rent for your reserved dates, you will lose all money you have paid to that point. For this reason, we recommend that you purchase trip insurance. Please call 888-228-8008 before making a reservation if you have questions or concerns.

WHAT IS YOUR PET POLICY AND FEE?

Blue Bear Cabin is specified as "pet friendly" and dogs are allowed. Unfortunately, due to common allergy problems we cannot allow cats. For the privilege of bringing your dog, there is a minimum charge of $100 nonrefundable fee per pet. A maximum of two dogs are allowed unless you have received special permission from the property manager or homeowner. Any damage that may be caused by your pet during your stay will be paid for out of your security deposit or charged to the credit card we have on file. There is a county-wide leash law in place. When taking your dog outside of a gated area, please ensure that they are on a leash. 

WHAT ARE CHECK-IN/CHECK OUT TIMES?

Check-in time is 4pm and check out time is 10am. It is important that we adhere to these times, because there is a chance that someone else will be checking out/in before or after you and we need sufficient time to ready the house for the next renter.

WHERE DO WE CHECK-IN/PICK UP KEYS?

Blue Bear Cabin has a keyless entry system. You will receive a unique access code within 3 days of your arrival, allowing you to go straight to the house and check-in starting at 4pm.

WHAT IF THERE IS AN EMERGENCY DURING OUR STAY?

If you are having a medical emergency, dial 911 from the phone in your rental home or cell phone.

We hope that your stay in the area will be relaxing and without incident, but should you need to get in touch with Greybeard, we have someone on call 24 hours a day. Just call our office at 828-669-1072 and dial extension 203, which will forward to the cell phone of the person on call. Please do not hesitate to call us if something needs immediate attention, but if your question or concern can wait, we ask that you call the office during normal office hours.

WHEN IS THE SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUNDED?

Security deposits are returned within 30 days of guest departure.

WHEN ARE HOMES WITH GAS LOGS IN OPERATION?

Gas logs are not in operation May through September due to the warmer summer months. 

Absolutely NO fires are permitted outside unless the property is fitted with a fire ring/fire pit. You cannot bring your own portable fire pit. 

IS WIFI SERVICE INCLUDED WITH MY RENTAL RESERVATION? WILL I HAVE CELL PHONE SERVICE AT MY RENTAL?

Wifi is available at Blue Bear Cabin. Please note that Greybeard Rentals does not guarantee internet connectivity or speed. Each individual homeowner contracts directly with an internet service provider, and due to a variety of reasons, Greybeard does not guarantee service. Our Black Mountain and Asheville offices have wifi service available if needed.

Cell phone service is not guaranteed. You may check with your service provider to see if service is available.

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