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The Backyard Bear Rustic Cabin: Firepit, Wood Fireplace

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Vacation Cabin in Gatlinburg

3 bedrooms·2 bathrooms·sleeps 10·1,325 sq ft
Matt & April (Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins)

Hosted by Matt & April (Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins)

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Wifi included

Internet access throughout the property.

About this space

New Listing, Cozy and Rustic, Firepit, Wood Fireplace, and Free Attractions!

You must be 23 years old. Name on reservation must match name on the credit card. Identity verification required. Booking party must be present at check-in. Contract and third-party app required for check-in.

Bear Tracts will provide free admission to some of the area's most popular attractions. See details below.

Welcome to The Backyard Bear, a classic Smoky Mountain cabin tucked away in Gatlinburg and designed for relaxed family getaways and memory-making moments. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and sleeping space for up to 10 guests, this cabin offers the perfect balance of comfort, charm, and togetherness.

After a day of exploring the Smokies, settle into the living room and unwind by the indoor wood-burning fireplace—a cozy spot for movie nights, board games, or simply slowing down. The open living space flows easily into the fully equipped kitchen, making meals, snacks, and late-night conversations effortless.

Sleeping Arrangements:
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Two twin beds, each with a twin trundle — perfect for kids
• Living Area: Sleeper sofa for additional guests

Step outside and enjoy the cabin's highlight — the backyard. Gather around the outdoor brick, wood-burning fire pit, complete with a swing for relaxing around the fire, roasting marshmallows, sharing stories, and soaking in peaceful Smoky Mountain evenings under the stars.

Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a friends’ getaway, or a cozy mountain escape, The Backyard Bear offers the space, warmth, and classic cabin feel guests love—just a short drive from Gatlinburg attractions, dining, and outdoor adventure.

Why Guests Love The Backyard Bear:
• Sleeps up to 10
• Indoor wood-burning fireplace
• Outdoor brick wood-burning fire pit
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Family-friendly layout

Location
- No low-riding vehicles in the driveway
- Convenient Gatlinburg location
- Downtown Gatlinburg - 3 miles
- Pigeon Forge - 8 miles
- Dollywood - 11 miles
- Greenbrier National Park Entrance - 3.8 miles

Stay Longer, Get Even More Free Tickets
We've partnered with Xplorie to get you even more free tickets and discounts!
You'll receive over $1,000 in Free Tickets each day you stay with us.

The longer you stay, the more free tickets you get!
~ Stay 2 nights → $3,216 in free tickets.
~ Stay 4 nights → $5,360 in free tickets.
~ Stay 5 nights → $6,432 in free tickets.

Visit as many attractions as you like daily and receive one admission to each of those attractions every day. Unused admissions expire daily. Expired and redeemed admissions are replenished the following day and can be used again.

Current Attractions:
• Dig ‘N Zone
• Dollywood
• Xtreme Racing
• Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Show
• Anakeesta
• Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
• Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
• Alcatraz Museum
• Nascar SpeedPark
• White Water Rafting
• Mini Golf
• WonderWorks
• Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Show
• Skyland Ranch
• Soaky Mountain Water Park
• Ziplining
• Country Tonite
• Soul of Motown
• The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
• Horseback Riding
• Trampoline Arena
• Mountain Coasters
• The Comedy Barn   Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

What this place offers

Bed linens provided
Internet & WiFi
Dishwasher
DVD player
Fireplace
Garden Or Backyard
Heating
Iron Ironing Board

Minimum 2 night stay

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Things to know

House rules

  • children welcome
  • no smoking

Safety & property

  • accessible parking
  • fire extinguisher available
  • first aid kit available
  • smoke and co detectors

Cancellation policy


100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.


Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.


House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM Check out before 10:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted

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Where you'll be

246 Shields View Dr, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA

About the neighborhood: Gatlinburg Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding. What's nearby A Jan Peitso Art - 6 min walk - 0.6 km Chapel in the Glen - 8 min walk - 0.7 km Morning Mist Village - 14 min walk - 1.2 km Rocky Top Sports World - 19 min walk - 1.7 km Chapel at Honeymoon Hills - 3 min drive - 2.1 km Getting around McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive Restaurants Cliff Top Bar & Grill - 10 min drive McDonald's - 14 min walk Kephart cafe - 9 min drive Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - 10 min walk Little House of Pancakes - 5 min drive

Important Information

Check-in

04:00 pm

Check-out

10:00 am

Change-over

Minimum 2 Nights

Pets

Not allowed

Meet your host

Matt & April (Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins)

Matt & April (Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins)

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About Matt & April (Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins)

Smoky Mountain Vacation Cabins by Bear Tracts Hello! We're April and Matt, the husband-and-wife team behind Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins. What began as a dream soon became our mission: creating comfortable, memorable stays where you and your loved ones can relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories in the Smokies. Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins manages vacation rentals in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. We offer everything from cozy studio cabins with mountain views to large lodges with private pools. Our rentals are located in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and nearby areas and are within a short drive to the Great Smoky National Park top attractions. With Bear Tracts, you can pick the perfect cabin, whether you want luxury, privacy, or resort-style amenities like hot tubs, fireplaces, game rooms, and more.

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Starting at$225/night