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Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits.

Family-friendly cabin with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape from Reality lodge, a luxury cabin nestled in the Cobbly Nob resort, offers expansive comfort and relaxation. Begin with the great room's large fireplace or unwind on the covered deck surrounded by nature sounds. The game room includes a pool table and dart board while kids enjoy games and toys; stay connected with high-speed internet throughout.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits.

The Escape from Reality lodge is a luxurious cabin that begins with a stunning great room with a large fireplace. The “to dream about” kitchen is complete with all stainless steel appliances, a huge island, and granite throughout the cabin. All rooms are huge in this cabin, including 2 spacious master bathrooms with stone dual showers. This cabin sleeps 12 people with a King, 2 Queen beds and 3 Queen sofa beds. Many guests have commented on how comfortable the beds are. There are 5 smart HD TVs, one in each bedroom, the game room and a 4K TV in the great room. Bring your computers and stay connected with free high-speed 500MPS internet. There is a bedroom, bathroom and covered decks on all 3 levels. The large deck includes a swing set, a 9 foot picnic table with end seats and a gas grill. A unique mountain amenity is that this cabin has clean city water. Note that all inside surfaces are wiped down with a disinfectant after each stay. Child friendly with games and a high chair.

The game room includes a new Foosball game, pool table, dart board, a large fireplace, and corn hole on the deck. After competing, relax in the new 7 person deluxe hot tub, complete with a waterfall jet and watch the amazing wildlife nearby. My favorite thing to do is sit on the deck and listen to the calming sound of strong rapids of a stream right behind the property.

This family friendly cabin is located at the Cobbly Nob resort, which is 12 miles from Gatlinburg. It's located in a private mountain community that sits on 1000 acres right next to the Smoky Mountain National Park. The Cobbly Nob amenities include 3 outdoor pools at different locations , a golf course and a new "All Most Heaven" wedding chapel at the top of the mountain. New Pickleball courts and the new Timber Ridge Pool with a connecting park opened in 2024.

The Gatlinburg Community Center is only 6 miles away. This facility is perfect during the winter months. There's a large indoor swimming pool, bowling alley, racquetball court, pool table, ping pong table, fitness area and gymnasium with many basketball courts. The fee for the pool and bowling alley is only $3.

The Bent Creek Golf course is a short 2 miles down the mountain. A fantastic river for trout fishing and scenic hiking trails are only 7 miles away. The Climb Works Smoky Mountains – Zipline Tour is 2.5 miles away.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Bent Creek Golf Club - 2 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Little Pigeon River - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 25 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 25 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 25 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trish's Mountain Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Split Rail Eats - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cobbly Nob Cafe & Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Delauder's BBQ - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gatlinburg Grind - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits. located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bent Creek Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mills Park and Little Pigeon River. Cooter's Place and Ripley's Marvelous Mirror Maze are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Escape From Reality - Deluxe 7 person hot tub. Mother bear and 4 cubs visits. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smokies Dream Vacay

Close to trails and all tourist activities. Incredible views. Easy check in and check out. Lots of bears! Excellent communication from host. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marinese M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beary Cute

Quite not too far from town and good amenities! The bears came to visit us after dinner on the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini Spring Break

We had an amazing Mini Vacation with our Family! The property is tucked back on a mountaintop with great views and we were provided with everything we needed. We were even entertained by a mama bear and her 3 cubs while we were there :) We will be making a trip back in the near future! Highly Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We loved the location and the cabin was great. Even seen a bear. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was beautiful, spacious. The scenery was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenna b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

The cabin was well-equipped. Beds were comfortable. Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and comfortable.

We enjoyed this cabin as much or more than any other place we have stayed. The bears are a big bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

Very nice, clean cabin, not too far from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Plenty of room and plenty to do right there at the cabin. Saw a few bears and had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

patrick m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Just as pics show. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

We had such a fun time! My children were on the hunt for bears the entire trip! We loved the cabin so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Fall Break Trip

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was just as nice as the pictures showed. It is very spacious and open. The beds were amazing. We loved the hot tub! To top it off we even saw a bear walking around the cabin one morning. We would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tmora P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

This cabin did not disappoint! We throughly enjoyed our stay! The game room was a hit (along with the hot tub). View was amazing. Not far from Gatlingburg or grocery stores. John was alway quick to answer any questions. Thanks John! Oh did I mention the bear that decided to visit us???
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway

Loved our time spent at the cabin, sitting in the rocking chair enjoying the sunshine was perfect. Plant of space for the whole family and then some. Loved playing pool and fooseball. Kitchen island is perfect for game nights.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Breathtaking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

adam Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

smoky mountain heaven

7 person hot tub was amazing !! We had beautiful views of the mountains and saw a couple bears. Everything in the pics was even better then advertised. Nicest VRBO we have ever stayed. The host contacted us and touched base to make sure we were happy. Will most definitely stay here again when we visit Gatlinburg. Thanks for your generosity John (:
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No Hassle Rental

Everything was thought about. Fully stocked kitchen, detergents, hygiene supplies, you name it. Painless check in/out. I had one question, during a holiday week mind you, and had a response from the host within minutes. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

My family and I (9 mos. To 60 yrs old...10 total guests) had a great time at this cabin. Plenty for everyone to do, great view, nice hot tub, pool table, etc...Saw bears on 2 occasions, both times out on the roadside of the cabin, one actually came up onto the porch. Lots of space for all of us. Would recommend this place to anyone with a larger group wanting to rent one cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We couldn't have had a better experience

The property is beautiful; the loacation is even better. The cabin is spacious and very comfortable the hot tub is fabulous and the owner is very helpful you won't be disappointed at all. They had everything even a baby high chair and seasoning for cooking. This is our new getaway. We normally go to elenjay but this was much better. Downtown was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

PRATEEK C., Memphis, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an awesome place to stay, we are surely coming back !

The property listing was accurate and in fact underwhelming. The location is amazing, quiet and the BEARS do come here. In our 4 days stay, bear family visited us 3 times. The property is neat and clean, fully equipped with tons of utensils, dishes and other utilities. The communication with John was swift and smooth. I am going to recommend this property to everyone who is seeking to stay in this area. Could not have expected any more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Guiliana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Cabin

The cabin was amazing!!! It was very clean with comfortable beds and fully stocked kitchen with all the necessities to cook. The kids enjoyed all the games and the pool table. The hot tub was so relaxing. We saw bears on three different occasions. The first time, a medium-sized bear walked over to the grill and tried to remove the covering. The second time, a much bigger bear walked over to our car, opened the door (we forgot the number one rule - lock your car doors) and jumped inside. We quickly set off the alarm and he jumped out of the car and headed towards the porch. Of course we all ran inside like the sky was falling. The third time, we got brave and grilled. The whole time a bear walked back and fourth in the bushes in hopes of a tasty steak. We spent the next 15 screaming and yelling to scare off the bear and not lose our steaks to the persistent animal. We will definitely rent here again. Wonderful, fun and exciting memories were made.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

This cabin was gorgeous. It was perfect for our family of 5 getaway. Upon pulling onto the road the cabin is on we were greeted by a momma bear and her 2 cubs! Check in was seamless. The cabin has everything you need. The kitchen was well stocked. I would only recommend adding some glass cookware that is microwavable such as corningware as the stove gets full when making a big meal. We arrived about 2 weeks after Hurricane Helene and the area was under a boil water advisory. John was great at giving us updates and provided gallons of drinking water. There were also empty 5-gallon buckets which we filled with water just in case the water was shut off for more repair work while we were there. Thankfully, the advisory was lifted just a couple days after arrival. We were very impressed with the cleanliness of the cabin and loved the overall layout. The cabin is a little loud due to its openness and all wood floors (which were gorgeous!) We enjoyed the cornhole on the deck on the nice days. The owner was quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Check out was easy and there wasn't a mile long list of check out instructions as there are with other properties we have used. The kids enjoyed playing pool, darts, and the hot tub. I would recommend bringing your own extra plastic dart tips as we could not find any in the Gatlinburg area. The showers on the main and third level are amazing. The beds were very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin G., Findlay, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Magical (&White!) Christmas

We had a very nice stay over the Christmas Holiday. As others have said, the property is exactly as described! Our hopefully helpful observations are… *The kitchen is extremely well stocked! Beyond the typical…there are plastic dishes for kids, leftover containers, plenty of baking dishes, sheet pans, all kinds of pans, utensils - in addition there were quite a lot of spices, some instant oatmeal, cooking spray, etc. *Plenty of towels to use for showering and hot tub *Look in the closets for some of the extra amenities:) *Beds are very comfortable, sheets and pillows are great as well! **Keeping in mind we stayed during an extremely cold spell (below 10 degrees some days) - but the main basement room was quite cold. Even when the rest of the house was at a nice temperature (68) the main basement room was still pretty cold. Our teens didn’t mind the cold to play pool. However, no one chose to “hang out” if not playing pool due to the chill. The basement bedroom did warm up just fine. Overall we had a fantastic stay. The cabin was nicely decorated for Christmas and made for a wonderful week. We even got to see some mountain Christmas snow!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great and very spacious will go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I recently stayed at this cabin for a week with my sister in law and our combined four kids. It was absolutely perfect! The cabin provided all the amenities we needed to be able to relax and hang out on our days we weren’t going into Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. From the many games to the hot tub and just plain scenery, it was amazing. I would highly recommend this cabin for your next stay! The host is also very responsive and helped us right away anytime I had a question prior to our stay and during. I would absolutely stay here again and again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025