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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8214 sq m

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Santeetlah Lake, Robbinsville, NC
  • Popular LocationCheoah River17 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanteetlah Lake19 min walk
  • Popular LocationJoyce Kilmer Memorial Forest28 min drive
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)92 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear's Mountaintop Views by RedAwning

Awesome home and location! Enjoy breathtaking mountain and lake views from the double outdoor deck. This home overlooks pristine Lake Santeetlah and the Snowbird Mountain.


 Located on Thunderbird mountain nestled by tall oak and maple trees. Enjoy the beauty and serenity under the stars on the decks, in the hot tub or just sitting by the outdoor fire pit! Enjoy the fantastic views of the sky's (ever changing colors) smokies and lake from the double decker deck! 


Main level has master bedroom with king, private bath, Living room with fireplace and kitchen with Amazing upper deck. Lower level features family room, bedroom 1 with queen and a private bath and bedroom 2 with 2 twins and private bath. Yet another beautiful deck off the lower level.


All types of outdoor activities from swimming, rafting, hiking, fishing, water sports on the beautiful mountain lake that has more than 80 acres of shoreline which 90% is preserved Nantahala National Forest. Lake Santeetlah was voted the #1 most Beautiful Lake in the USA! Also let's not forget the Tail of the dragon for riders on motor cycles or cars and the Cherohala Skyway! There are many hiking trails just a short drive away: The Appalachian Trail, Benton Mackaye Trail, Bartram Trail, Double Loop Trail and the beautiful Yellow Creed Falls. 


Fully stocked kitchen with spices and baking ingredients. Private drive is long and accommodates a trailer fpr dragon slayers. Tail of the dragon just minutes away as well as Cherohala Skyway.


Internet Speed 200 MBPS Down 20 MBPS upload ( We work from the home frequently)


It is required that you clean up waste from your pets. If not cleaned up a extra housekeeping fee will be charged of $100 per stay, per pet. Bags are outside for your convenience. Please put bags in the trash which you take to the dumpster.


Dragon Slayer's Welcome!


 The Cheoah River is the ultimate whitewater rafting experience in the southeast. Cheoah River release Schedule as of 2/26/24: 


3/16: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm, 600 4pm-12am;  3/17: Cheoah @600 12am-12pm, 300 12pm through 3/18 


4/6: Tallulah @ 500 8am-4pm; Cheoah @1000 8am-4pm;  4/7: Tallulah @ 700 8am-4pm; Cheoah @1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm  


4/13: Tallulah @ 500 8am-4pm; 4/14: Tallulah @ 700 8am-4pm


4/20: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 250 10am-4pm; Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm;  4/21: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 350 10am-4pm; Cheoah @ 1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm  


4/27: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm; Cheoah @1000 8am-4pm;  4/28: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm; Cheoah @1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm  


 5/11: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm; 5/12: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm


5/18: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm; 5/19: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm


5/25: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm; 5/26: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm


 6/8: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm


6/14: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 250 4pm-7pm


6/22: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm; 6/23: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-2pm & 850 2pm-4pm


 7/2: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 250 4pm-7pm (Tuesday)


7/6: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm; 7/27: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm 


8/2: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 250 4pm-7pm


8/10: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm


8/22: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 250 4pm-7pm (Thursday)


8/24: West Fork Tuck @ 250 10am-4pm


 9/27: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 300, 10am-5pm; 9/28: Upper Nantahala / Cascades @ 425, 10am-3pm; @ 250 3pm-5pm


 11/2: Tallulah @ 500 8am-4pm; 11/3: Tallulah @ 700 8am-4pm


11/9: Tallulah @ 500 8am-4pm;  11/10: Tallulah @ 700 8am-4pm


11/16: Tallulah @ 500 8am-4pm; 11/17: Tallulah @ 700 8am-4pm


11/23: Cheoah @ 1000 8am-4pm


For more information on Class II and Class III river releases visit:


https://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Article/view/article_id/hINTFjfk2lqwi3ROiCdzS/














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Pet Friendly. Fee applies



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Property manager

RedAwning Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pet friendly. $15 fee per pet per day applies.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bear's Mountaintop Views Robbinsville
NEW Listing! Bear's Mountaintop Views
Bear's Mountaintop Views Private vacation home
Bear's Mountaintop Views Private vacation home Robbinsville
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About the area

Santeetlah

This holiday home is located in Robbinsville. Cherohala Skyway and Fontana Village Resort Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest. Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Cheoah River - 17 min walk
  • Santeetlah Lake - 19 min walk
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 28 min drive
  • Fontana Lake - 39 min drive
  • Fontana Village Resort Marina - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lynn's Place - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Cafe De Olla - 14 min drive
  • Willow Tree Restaurant, Catering and Bakery - 13 min drive
  • Wendy's - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Mountaintop Views by RedAwning pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Mountaintop Views by RedAwning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Mountaintop Views by RedAwning?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bear's Mountaintop Views by RedAwning located?

Situated in Robbinsville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Cheoah River and Santeetlah Lake. Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain vacation
This property is stunning! The view was absolutely gorgeous and the house is well stocked. The owners and property management were fantastic and quick to respond to any question we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Donna M.

Lovely house on the top of a mountain.
Having never stayed on a mountain, I wasn't sure what to expect. This property sits at the top of Thunderbird Mountain. The road on Thunderbird Mountain is a narrow 1 way road with no guard rails and no reflectors. We were able to navigate it with no issues in our Jeep Gladiator in good weather, even though some of the turns were tight. My son affectionately called Thunderbird Mountain ... "Sketch Mountain". Flat land on a mountain top is scarce. Most houses are built on stilts in the air on the side of the mountain with no yard. We had to walk our dogs each night as the only flat area was the gravel driveway. The view from the property was AMAZING!!! It's a million dollar view. I now understand why the Smokey Mountains are called "smokey". Each night we watched the clouds dust the mountain tops. I also understand why the Blue Ridge Mountains are called "blue". The ridges of the farthest mountain peaks turned blue each night as the sun descended. Wow. Just wow. Most of our adventures took us an hour or two away from the property. We drove the curvaceous Cherohala Skyway from Robbinsville, NC to Tellico Plains, TN. We took a detour off the Cherohala Skyway to a gravel road at Stratton Gap retracing the route of an early settler named Absalom Strutton. The trek on this amazing gravel road in the valley was a hidden gem and a fantastic jeep adventure. We ventured to Bryson City to ride the Great Smokey Mountain Railway over the Nantahala Gorge. My son enjoyed the train ride most of all. Lastly, we drove to Dry Waterfalls and Bridal Veil Falls. Both were stunning. Honestly, Highway 28 to the waterfalls may have MORE curves than the Cherohala Skyway! This property was a lovely house on top of a mountain and a great base camp for our family to explore the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina L., Toms River, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and view!
My husband and I along with my sister-in-law and German Shepard spent a week at the property. The house was exactly as advertised. It was spotless and thoughtfully stocked with all the essentials you may need during your stay. The furniture and beds were very comfortable. And the view was beautiful! Morning coffee on the deck was perfect. We enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit many evenings during our stay. The location was good.. the town of Robbinsville had a nice grocery store and a few casual restaurants. We explored Joyce Kilmer Forest, a few close by waterfalls, and the Cherohala Skyway. The Great Smoky Mountain NP is about an hour away. The ride up the mountain to the house was a little scary the first time but was no big deal after a couple trips up and down. Overall a great home base for exploring the Smoky Mountains!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious view of Lake Santeetlah and surrounding mountains
We loved our week long stay, with our dogs! The place was super roomy and beautiful, all our needs were met, plus the gorgeous view from windows but mostly the huge back deck rounded it all out! Then, there were smores at the fire pit and the brand new hot tub! The owner was responsive when we had a dip in water pressure. We would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santeetlah - Bears View
Clean home, great views, and the owners have thought of everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh L., Fort Myers

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views!!
Bear’s View was outstanding. The home sits atop Thunderbird Mountain overlooking Lake Santeetlah. The views are amazing with wrap around decks on both levels to look down on the lake and long range mountains. The main level has a master bedroom with tub and walk-in shower. The main deck is also on this level which was good for gampie who has mobility issues. The deck has ring toss, a new grill, and great furniture so that most of our time was spent outside. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. And there are TV’s with direct tv in every room. The downstairs level has another full Living room, two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The kids room has two singles. The review says room for 6, but I think if the owner ever decides to put bunk beds in the kids room, it would be a cabin for 8 easily. Two families of four as we sometimes need. And there is another large deck off this lower level with swing chairs. The new owners have clearly down some nice work adding a hot tub, fire ring, and sitting area around the fire ring. The house was amazing. Graham County is a dry county so plan accordingly. But the Historic Tapoco Lodge, which is a wonderful place for lunch or dinner, does serve adult beverages. We highly recommend eating at the Lodge. Great food! There are two places to rent boats which was a great day out. We found some rope swings and rocks for the kids to jump off all around the lake. Highly recommend the short hike to Yellow Creek Falls to swim in the swimming hole at the base of the falls. The hike is short but a little rugged for a bit. And the cabin is close to Bryson City, Fontana, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and The Tail of the Dragon. Highly recommend for families with young kids rafting on the Nantahala. Very tame River. And highly recommend eating at the The Big Wesser and The Rivers End, both at the NOC. Nothing but good things to say about Bear’s View. Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rich B., Saint Augustine, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Best View on Earth
We've been coming to Lake Santeetlah for 26 years and we believe it's the most beautiful place on earth. Bear's View Cabin capitalizes on the natural beauty and adds the touch of a great host. The Johnsons have a beautiful home and generously share all the little things that make a stay so much nicer. From the Sonos speakers to the Yeti coffee mugs, you'll feel like a cared-for guest while staying here. We loved the hot tub, the space heater on the deck, and feeling like we were tucked in the woods by ourselves. Oh, and have I mentioned the view? Five stars, two thumbs up, we'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021