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Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg!

Cottage with kitchen, near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Little Bear Cottage offers a charming retreat in the heart of Gatlinburg. Start your day on the covered front porch with a cup of coffee, then unwind in the private hot tub or on the deck with a refreshing drink after exploring Smoky Mountains. With an open-layout interior featuring smart TVs and WiFi, this cozy cottage is perfect for couples or small families seeking relaxation and convenience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg!

Stay at charming Little Bear Cottage, located just a two-minute walk from a trolley stop and under one mile from the bustling Gatlinburg strip. Ideal for couples or small families, this cozy retreat offers the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation. Start your mornings on the covered front porch with a cup of coffee, and unwind in the private hot tub or on the deck with a refreshing drink after a day of exploring the Smoky Mountains. The open-layout interior features a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining table for six, and a living room with a seasonal (Oct 1 - April 1) gas fireplace and smart TV. Both bedrooms, located upstairs, have private en suite bathrooms and smart TVs, and the cottage also offers central heat and air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Experience the best of Gatlinburg from the comfort of this lovely vacation rental.

Sleeping arrangements: 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Sleeper Sofa

**Parking available for only 2 vehicles**

*You must be 25 years of age*

**Disclosure: The Premises is equipped with exterior security/recording cameras. Cameras are installed primarily as a theft deterrent and to avoid police dispatch for false alarms. Security cameras are not under constant surveillance and should not be considered a dependable measure for personal safety. No cameras are placed facing the hot tub, inside, or with any view of the interior of the property. Security cameras may be used to verify compliance with rental policies.

Please note: The cabin is supplied with linens and bath towels. We only supply a starter set of paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish soap & liquid, and bath bar soap. You are then responsible for said items during the remainder of your stay.

**To finalize your booking with Red Door Getaways, you must sign a Rental Agreement and provide a state or federal photo ID. We will send you a link to our "Boarding Pass" guest portal via text message, where you can securely upload your ID and a matching selfie. Once these are completed, you will receive access to the property guidebook. Your reservation is confirmed only after we receive the signed agreement and valid ID.**

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,073 square feet

Similar properties

Property grounds

Downtown Dolly is a 2 bed/2bath creekside cottage only a half-mile from downtown Gatlinburg.

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 70 reviews
Downtown Dolly is a 2 bed/2bath creekside cottage only a half-mile from downtown Gatlinburg.

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

551943

About the neighborhood

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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Roaring Fork, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Anakeesta. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Little Bear Cottage is located only a half-mile away from downtown Gatlinburg! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place very clean , I can’t wait to rent it again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Great location

Great property, extremely convenient location. Close to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight C.

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

Adorable cottage

Great custom service !! Wonderful cottage , the location was great , just far enough away from town to be quiet but a walkable distance to downtown . The cottage was so cute , comfy beds and furniture and well stocked . We will definitely be staying here in the future .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Great Location and Home

The home is right in the middle of town almost in walking distance from the strip. It was a very nice stay and the staff were very communicative.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Q.

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

Gatlinburg 34 years later

Very nice and clean when we arrived. It was close to downtown Gatlinburg but far away all the hustle and bustle I will definitely stay there again I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

FABULOUS ♥️

From the moment we walked into the place- exceptionally clean and comfortable! Was true to pictures. Amazing location. No problems at all! Would recommend 5/5. Plan to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shyanne L.

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

Location

Our stay was great. However the sheets on the bed did have an oily smell to them, other than that everything was clean. The walk from the cottage down to Anakeesta is 15 minutes but the walk back up the hill is a little tough so wear the right shoes if you are booking to be within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Convenient Location

We have used these properties in the past, and this location is great for a short walk into Gatlinburg and easy to get on the road toward Pigeon Forge. The property was very clean and in good condition, and was very comfortable. The only complaint we had was that we did not realize there was no on-site washer/dryer, which we did not realize and thought strange for a condo/cottage of this size.. So that did make it difficult for a week stay with small children. Otherwise great place and experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Perfect Getaway Cottage!

The Little Bear Cottage was incredible! Very clean, more modern style, and perfect for a small family or two moms needing a getaway! You will not be disappointed! We even saw a bear taking a stroll! Not only was the cottage beautiful- the communication with Red Door Getaways was phenomenal. Cynthia and her team made sure we were prepared for check in, checked in with us after our first night and provided recommendations for local restaurants and attractions. Check out was just as easy! I did not want to leave! I highly recommend using them for your next trip! I know I will!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

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

Great House with Great Amenities

Cottage was the perfect size for our family (4 adults and 1 child). Home felt clean when we walked in and was fully stocked with all the necessities, plus everything you could need in a kitchen for a short stay. The surrounding cottages are close together so, it's not very private, but the location makes up for it by being about a mile away from downtown Gatlinburg. The property management staff were very responsive via text and any time I had a question, they responded within minutes. If I could improve on anything, I wish they gave a few more extra towels (especially the hand towels which were 1 per bathroom) and dishtowels for the kitchen, they did not have tissue/Kleenex in the home, and not a ton of extra bedding/sheets or pillow cases. It would have been great if there was a washer/dryer too. Other than that, we were really happy with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo C.

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

Smokies Trip

Great stay after hiking the first half of the Smokies! Enjoyed the hot tub, grilling and comfy space!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey B.

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

Great Getaway!

We stayed 3 nights at the Little Bear Cottage for spring break. The cottage was the perfect size for a family of 5. Our kids loved playing in the creek and going in the hot tub. The cabin is close to town, we were able to walk to Ole Red’s with 3 kids. The cabin was clean and the kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Erica

Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul L.

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

Solid place!

Overall, a comfortable little cottage conventionally located very close to the main strip in Gatlinburg. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

April D.

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

Review

We came up for a football event and have for years and this was by far the nicest place we've stayed. The price was great, its very convenient to get to the backroad or even walk to downtown Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie K.

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

Book it! Now!!!

This place is incredible!! From the location, to the cleanliness, the comfort and convenience, it’s nearly perfect. From the moment we walked in the doors, we could smell the “clean” in the air and on the surfaces. No stains on any furniture nor the carpets upstairs, no left over dirt or hair or grime from the people before us, clean sheets, clean towels, VERY clean bathrooms, clean everything. This is important to me when staying somewhere that’s shared with the public so this was simply the best part for me. The master bedroom was all we used, which was extremely comfortable. The master bath has a huge jet tub and really cool walk in shower. There’s also a tub shower in the second bedroom as well. The main living space is open and cozy, the technology in the house is easy to use and any information you need about the area is at your fingertips. The first night we were there a smoke detector battery started beeping. We were able to stop it and contacted the host who was VERY prompt in responding the next morning and offering a couple solutions for us. The outdoor space is so nice, the small stream in the back is calming and private and a lovely place to sit and just listen to nature. Speaking of nature, be careful! There’s a couple cheeky bears in the area who have NO fear and are very intelligent. So intelligent that they opened our van door and climbed in the vehicle! Keep all food in the house and lock doors! All in all, we would stay here again 100%!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Awesome

Perfect!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal M.

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

Gatlinburg gem

What a wonderful time we had staying here! Not a thing to complain about. It is clean, the beds are very comfy and the location was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Perfect House

This is a perfect house located very close to downtown area. The house looks brand new inside, pull out couch on the first floor with a bathroom. Two bedrooms/bathrooms upstairs. Didn't use the hot tub but looked clean. Very nice house. Getting to the downtown area, there is a trolley pretty close but we never used it. Sidewalks most of the way and very well lit at night. Very safe to walk it every night. Its very close to Gatlinburg Brewing Company, excellent beer and pizza! On the street walking to the city area, you pass by a dumpster with no lock on it, we saw a bear inside there two of the nights. Be careful and have your phone ready. Go right at the Brewing Company and hitup Hillbilly golf, its the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

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

great getaway!

we had a great time in Gatlinburg with our family of 3 - perfect location & close to the strip, but not too close. also - close to some other great restaurants and things to do. the cabin was super clean & exactly as mentioned online. We had an issue with the hot tub the first night & texted the number and they got back with us right away to help us fix the issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

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

Comfortable stay, private but close to activities

Communication with property manager was good, addressed questions quickly. Was close enough to all the things we wanted to do but had enough space to spread out with two teenagers. Hot tub was a big benefit after long days of walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Great location!

Great location - walking distance to downtown. Perfect for a family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Nice weekend getaway

Cottage is in an excellent location. Close to activities but still in a quiet neighborhood. Was a great place to relax and get away from everything. Cute little cottage, very clean. We had some trouble with the internet and they sent someone out to fix it and were very nice about it. Definitely recommend Little Bear Cottage and will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bran M., Halifax, VA

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

Very nice!

We thoroughly enjoyed the house. Just perfect for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S. S.

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

Gatlinburg Cottage

Management was very responsive to getting us another coffee pot, larger mugs & fixing door knob, all very quickly. They also texted us places to eat breakfast. Hot tub was nice to soothe muscles after lots of walking & hiking! Comfortable cottage (& nicely decorated) to stay for 5 nights (or more).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023