Little Bear

This cabin was very clean with a great view. We had a bear visit us. Enjoyed the hot tub. We would definitely rent agin.

Helaine P from Quitman Ms - Posted: 4/3/2024

Great property. House was very clean and the details of a caring owner shows. We plan on staying there in the future.

Carlos A. - Posted: 10/27/2023

We loved our stay at Little Bear. It was the perfect cabin for the two of us. I was amazed at how clean and comfortable it was. It was high up in the mountains and the view was excellent. Only complaint was that we never saw any of those bears. Thank you for taking such good care of this rental property and for sharing it with us.

Janet R. - Posted: 10/16/2023

Upon arrival we found a plethora of dead millipedes and centipedes in the home as well as someone else's tweezers under the pillow on the bed. We asked management to come clean and they did but there were still dead bugs everywhere after they left. Everyday we found more and more dead bugs around the home with no idea where they were coming in from. We also ran out of TP on the last day and were told we had to come pick more up from the office if we wanted more. The first picture of the little bear webpage shows an amazing view of the mountains as well as listing mountain view under featured amenities. Now everything is overgrown and you can hardly see anything. I felt that this was misleading.

Justin Cajigas - Posted: 6/1/2023

It was very clean and organized, we even had some visitors on our last day (Bears). Very spacious and have everything you need. Hot tub is also well kept.

Emirhan T. - Posted: 7/26/2022

We love the location and the beautiful Mountain View’s from Little Bear. We have been staying in this area of the mountains since the early 1980’s. We stayed in Little Bear a couple of years ago. It’s starting to show a little wear and tear. It’s still nice but could use a little updating.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/7/2022

We were there from the 13-16th of may i believe and it was overall fantastic! Saw 3 bears and my daughter enjoyed the stay!! Had amazing weekend and definitely will be back soon!!

Mariana D. - Posted: 5/13/2022

We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear, it is the perfect chalet to just relax and enjoy the nature! It seems like you all got to do that because you saw some bears; that is so exciting! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Overall it was great

Anonymous - Posted: 4/30/2022

We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in the Little Bear Chalet! It has a breathtaking view that you can enjoy from the hot tub, or just the porch, and the chalet has the perfect feel to be able to relax with your family. We hope to see you back again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The house was exactly as advertised. The driveway is VERY steep so be prepared. It does need some updating, but nothing major. I would suggest replacing the shower head and adding a gate to the deck. Overall, a great place to stay.

Anonymous - Posted: 4/15/2022

Yes Chuck, we advertise our chalets true to what they are! Little bear chalet is the perfect place for a family mountain getaway, and they view from the back porch is truly breathtaking. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to see you again in the future!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We liked the house and the view. Would not stay with mountain laurels again if the check in process remains in person... having to drive through gatlinburg traffic just to get handed information that could have been in an email was a waste of time. I don’t want to lose an hour+ of my vacation to an antiquated check in process. Also the hot tub was over chlorinated and we couldn’t use it due to the off gassing making us cough and burning our lungs.

Katy B. - Posted: 4/1/2022

It was a seasoned cabin, Very clean, In my opinion it could use some updating. Things were worn and dated It was hard to keep warm the heat was constantly running to keep it at 72. The yard and driveway was littered with down trees and branches, but I did use some for the fire place! Beautiful views from the hot tub! Little bit of a tough drive up to the house, (not too many drinks w dinner). Bring pots and pans if your going to cook in. Bathroom clean but needs updating. Overall a nice place

Pete W. - Posted: 2/5/2022

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Little Bear is one of our older, well-loved, units as reflected by the price point. Thousands of visitors have enjoyed the one story access, covered hot tub and, since the wildfire in 2016, the beautiful views. We are sorry you were not warm enough. The winter nights can get very cold and electric heat pumps can struggle to keep up. We are glad you were able to use the wood-burning fireplace to supplement the heat while you were awake at night.Thanks for the heads up on the pots and pans. We will do a thorough kitchen inventory and restock what is missing from our inventory list. We look forwad to your next stay with us.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

My family of 4 found the cabin to be well maintained, with new linens. The master has a fantastic view. The kitchen was great, wide open and great for cooking with the kids.
The deck was our favorite part. It has incredible views, with a table to eat, and a hot tub to boot. Great place! Can't wait to go back.

Thomas D. - Posted: 12/26/2021

Thank you Jessica! All of our chalets are cleaned and inspected prior to arrival, as we always want to exceed the expectations of our guests and allow them to have the best guest experience possible. Little Bear is definitely a fantastic place to get away with family, we love the coziness of the inside and the fantastic view that it offers. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to have you back with us soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

I've stayed with Mountain Laurel Chalet company for over 30 years. This was a nice home with a great view. I'll stay again

Tami V. - Posted: 11/10/2021

Thank you for continually choosing Mountain Laurel Tami. We absolutely love it when our guests return year after year and we can continually treat them like family. Little bear is a fantastic chalet, and we look forward to having you back with us again.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Little Bear was a wonderful experience. Great views, very clean chalet, quiet neighborhood. Overall a very good experience. We will return in the future, for sure!

Anonymous - Posted: 10/22/2021

Thank you Jackie, it is great to hear that you had a great experience at Little Bear! With such a cozy feel it is perfect for a relaxing weekend in the mountains. We look forward to having you back in the future!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Really enjoyed our stay. Driveway is not for the faint of heart or low clearance vehicles. Cabin is exactly as pictured/described. All appliances worked great - laundry is small and can barly accommodate 2 people/3 days of clothes. Loved the deck. Hot tub is great and in really good condition. We had neighbors but could hardly hear them .. cabin is really private. Loved the keyless entry as well. Checkout was great b/c we didn't need to return keys.

Sarah M. - Posted: 10/9/2021

Yes! Little Bear is the perfect cabin for people who want a quiet getaway in the mountains. We make sure that our photos are an accurate representation of the chalet because we do not want our guests being surprised by anything. It is great to know what you enjoyed your stay with us, we are looking forward to having you back soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

What a great find this cabin was! It has it all, hot tub, vaulted ceilings, full kitchen, two bedrooms, large deck, but most importantly.... an AWESOME view!! Facility was clean, staff was so helpful and the experience was personalized for us. I will 100% stay here again!

Rachel S. - Posted: 9/24/2021

Yes! You hit every point stating why Little Bear is so great! It sounds like you guys had fantastic time with us, we always want to give our guest a smooth experience, and serve them to the best of our ability! We look forward to your next visit with us.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The view was excellent. The inside the cabin was perfect. The kitchen was well stocked . It felt inviting . The front toward the woods needs to be cleared a little moore.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/20/2021

Yes Jeffrey, thank you for describing exactly why little bear is such a great chalet! It has all that you need for your stay in the mountains, and the cozy feel really allows you to relax.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Having spent our honeymoon and 10th anniversary in Little Bear, my husband and I recently celebrated our 25th there too. The cabin has always been clean and welcoming and so well prepared it’s almost like coming home.
If you’re seeking away time Little Bear offers plenty of privacy and the hot tub on the deck is wonderful! If, however, you enjoy games, go-cart tracks, stage show or a zip line, Pigeon Forge is a short drive away.
Restaurants are abundant in both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg offering everything from burgers and hot dogs to BBQ to pancakes to chicken to ......
Little Bear is always my first choice for vacation accommodations but any Mountain Laurel property will easily meet or exceed your expectations.

Debbie S. - Posted: 9/13/2021

Wow, we are so glad to have been a part of three special occasions in your life! We love when our guests want to celebrate with us. Little Bear is the perfect little cabin for a quiet, secluded, and relaxing getaway in the mountains. And as you described it is close to so many of the activities around. We hope to see you again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Our vacation was amazing. The cabin was great! It was clean and cozy. The view was breathtaking. We can't wait to go back to "Little Bear""!!! "

Melissa S. - Posted: 8/2/2021

That is great to hear! Little Bear is a chalet that many of our guests come out of loving! It sounds like you all had a fantastic time on your stay with us, we can't wait for you to come back to Little Bear!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Vacation rental was clean. We loved the views of the mountain! Just be ready for a very steep driveway!! The hot tub was ok! Maybe we didn’t know how to work it! You will love your experience working with Mountain Laurel Chalets!

Anonymous - Posted: 7/21/2021

Thank you Katie! Little Bear is an adorable chalet that is perfect for a little family getaway! This four bedroom is perfect for anyone who wants a relaxing and secluded stay. We know the driveway is a little daunting, but the stay at the chalet is entirely worth it. We would love to see you back with us soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Everything was great. We enjoyed our stay. The bathroom seemed like a millipede breading ground

Robert B. - Posted: 6/26/2021

It is fantastic to hear that everything was great for your stay! We always want to make sure that the best is provided for our guests so that we can exceed your expectations. We are so sorry to hear about the bathroom, that is not what we want our guests to experience with us. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay nonetheless, and we hope to see you back with us soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We loved little bear!! It was such a cute and cozy place to stay! The rental was clean and perfect for us!! The view was beautiful and the hot tub was fantastic!! We loved everything about this place! It was in the perfect spot! 10 minutes from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge! We have zero complaints about this place! We will definitely be back!!!

Savanna M. - Posted: 4/15/2021

Thanks for the review and we are happy to hear that Little Bear was the perfect spot to spend time in the Smokies. The location on the north end of Ski Mountain makes it very easy to get to downtown Gatlinburg, the entrance to the national park or pigeon forge is just a few minutes. Plus, because you are on a mountain, you enjoy a fantastic view! We look forward to hearing from you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Our 2nd stay at Little Bear..first was in 2006. The area has changed so much as a result of the fires, but the cabin was still the same, quiet, quaint place it was.
Perfect spot for a sisters' week and the addition of the hot tub and spacious new deck was a great improvement over our previous stay.
The driveway was a bit challenging for 2 vehicles, but we managed to work it out.
Overall a great place, wonderful stay, relaxing and we will definitely be back to this cabin in the future. Thanks for a lovely vacation!

Karen R. - Posted: 3/21/2021

Thanks for the memories. It was nothing short of a miracle that Little Bear did not burn with everything else on that street. The fire fighters cut a section of the living room wall out and managed to save the house. I'm not even sure why they were at that house, but we are sure grateful. The porch was expanded a few years ago to enhance the outside living area and was a great improvement. As a result of the wildfire, the view is much improved looking at the mountains, but the burned area is hardly noticeable out back. Little Bears is a special place and we aer glad you were able to visit again. We look forward to seeing you in the mountains again.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Nice two bedroom cabin. Everything worked well, appliances, WiFi, plumbing etc. Very quiet. Only drawback is the steep driveway. You have to turn around and enter it straight on or you will drag the front end of your vehicle. The view has changed over the years as more cabins have been built since the fire. You mainly look over more cabins from the deck.If you want a more scenic view, you may want to stay at another cabin from Mountain Laurel.

Anonymous - Posted: 3/14/2021

Thanks for the review and the heads up on the driveway. Future renters of Little Bear who have bigger vehicles should go to the end of the cul-de-sac and turn to hit the driveway straight on. The view has dramatically changed since the wildfires ravaged that side of the mountain in 2016, but homes are being rebuilt slowly. There have always been properties below Little Bear, you just could not see them because there were more trees to have to look through. There are not many chalets that offer a view without seeing other houses, but there are a few. We look forward to your next visit.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The rental experience was wonderful. The unit was clean, quiet, and had amazing views of the mountains. The management company was helpful and professional. I will definitely rent here again.

Anonymous - Posted: 2/22/2021

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your time at Little Bear. It is the perfect vacation spot for a couple or small family with a peaceful setting on the mountain. The location is very convenient to both Pigeon Forget and Gatlinburg. We are glad you had a good experience with our staff and look forward to your return.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The rental experience was wonderful. The unit was clean, quiet, and had amazing views of the mountains. The management company was helpful and professional. I will definitely rent here again.

Laura M. - Posted: 2/22/2021

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your time at Little Bear. It is the perfect vacation spot for a couple or small family with a peaceful setting on the mountain. The location is very convenient to both Pigeon Forget and Gatlinburg. We are glad you had a good experience with our staff and look forward to your return.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Cabin was very clean. Could use some minor updates and bigger TV's. Other than that everything was as advertised. We had a very pleasant stay and everything was in working order. Would definitely recommend!!

Christopher P. - Posted: 2/12/2021

Thanks for the review and we are glad you found the cabin clean and comfortable. We will pass your suggestions on to the homeonwer and appreciate you passing that along. We look forward to seeing you back.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This is the second time we stayed at this location. Thanksgiving 2019 and Christmas 2020. This time we got lots of snow and almost was not able to make it back to the cabin due to the number of vehicles abandoned in the middle of the road coming up the mountain due to the icy roads. Luckily we made it back via alternate route before that route got blocked as well later on after we went through. Cabin is much larger than the pictures make it look. Driveway is quite steep; 4 wheel drive recommended 4 wheel drive and chains required if snow and ice is present. Barely made up the driveway in our jeep wrangler 4 wheel drive with chains due to the snow and ice Christmas Eve. Saw a bobcat cross the road in front of the cabin while walking. Definitely recommend this cabin and we would stay here again for a third time. Be prepared if coming during winter months if freezing weather is expected (food, water, 4 wheel drive, chains, etc.). We were not able to leave the cabin for ~40 hours until roads were drivable again and cars were removed from blocking the roads.

Anonymous - Posted: 12/20/2020

Anyone here Dec 24th got a nice white Christmas and the travel headaches that come with it. Unfortunately, many people don't come prepared for bad weather and it can result in abandoned cars on the sides of the road on the mountain, especially this time because it fell so thick, so fast. We are glad to hear that you did prepare and got to enjoy the quiet beauty of the snow tucked safely in a mountain cabin. By the way, we were VERY fortunate to keep power that night. Thousands of homes all over the county were in the dark for several days, but Ski Mountain was spared. Little Bear is in the county, not the city limits of Gatlinburg, and we were fortunate that the county street crews were able to scrape the roads so soon after the snow. Let us know when you are ready to head back to Little Bear.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This is the second time we stayed at this location. Thanksgiving 2019 and Christmas 2020. This time we got lots of snow and almost was not able to make it back to the cabin due to the number of vehicles abandoned in the middle of the road coming up the mountain due to the icy roads. Luckily we made it back via alternate route before that route got blocked as well later on after we went through. Cabin is much larger than the pictures make it look. Driveway is quite steep; 4 wheel drive recommended 4 wheel drive and chains required if snow and ice is present. Barely made up the driveway in our jeep wrangler 4 wheel drive with chains due to the snow and ice Christmas Eve. Saw a bobcat cross the road in front of the cabin while walking. Definitely recommend this cabin and we would stay here again for a third time. Be prepared if coming during winter months if freezing weather is expected (food, water, 4 wheel drive, chains, etc.). We were not able to leave the cabin for ~40 hours until roads were drivable again and cars were removed from blocking the roads.

Drew N. - Posted: 12/20/2020

Anyone here Dec 24th got a nice white Christmas and the travel headaches that come with it. Unfortunately, many people don't come prepared for bad weather and it can result in abandoned cars on the sides of the road on the mountain, especially this time because it fell so thick, so fast. We are glad to hear that you did prepare and got to enjoy the quiet beauty of the snow tucked safely in a mountain cabin. By the way, we were VERY fortunate to keep power that night. Thousands of homes all over the county were in the dark for several days, but Ski Mountain was spared. Little Bear is in the county, not the city limits of Gatlinburg, and we were fortunate that the county street crews were able to scrape the roads so soon after the snow. Let us know when you are ready to head back to Little Bear.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We loved our stay at the Little Bear cabin! Very cozy, clean and beautiful views! When we arrived we felt very welcome, I was disappointed that i received an email about bringing extra toilet paper and necessities and when we arrived we only had 2 half used rolls of toilet paper in the room. The water in the shower was also difficult to adjust the temperature. The road leading up to the cabin was very steep, there were not many guardrails lining the way. If someone was to wreck or meet other vehicles in some of the curves, it would be deadly. Hopefully this is something they are trying to improve!

Brookelynn S. - Posted: 11/13/2020

Spent 4 days here. Booked last minute and was PLEASANTLY surprised. Clean and well maintained. Beds and couches were a little uncomfortable. But all being said, we weren't there for the couches and beds. It was a nice place for what we needed.

Anonymous - Posted: 10/28/2020

We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear and appreciate the review. This little spot is perfect for a couple or a small family and is easy to get off the mountain to Pigeon Forge. We hope you are able to return soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This is the perfect place for our little family of 3, and out of all the years we've been staying with Mountain Laurel, this is one of very few that we have stayed in for repeat stays. Amazing view, nice open layout, really quiet and cozy bedrooms. Far enough away to relax, but close enough to get anywhere via the main drag and/or the bypass. Everything works, all the necessities are there and amenities are as described. We didn't see any bears or wild turkeys at this chalet, this year - but they were out and about in other areas of Gatlinburg and the National Park.

We stayed in October 2020, during the pandemic, and the new check in/out and cleaning protocols from Mountain Laurel were great. The sanitizer they used on all of the surfaces did leave a little bit of a residue, so we used a Clorox wipe to clean that up, a bit. This was no big deal, though, as we felt more at ease with the extra effort of sanitization - another reason that solidified how much we love Mountain Laurel.

Since it was a pandemic, we didn't go to a lot of our favorite shops or restaurants, but we did do a lot more hiking and exploring outdoor activities, which was honestly a really nice change, and gives us more places to add to our must-see list when we come back next year.

Gina T. - Posted: 10/25/2020

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your time in the mountains once more. Most of our operations have had to adjust to accommodate safety requirements due to the pandemic, but we are learning a lot and will likely keep some of the changes that are working out better. Being forced off the main drag and into the mountains sounds like a nice change for your family as well. This area has so much to offer and we hope you are able to come back soon to add to your must-see list.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This was a wonderful home up in the mountains. It was out first time in Gatlinburg. We picked this place to get married! (Little Bear) was the perfect size. Has everything you need. Just bring your food!

Kathy H. - Posted: 10/12/2020

The cabin was so cute! It was clean and comfortable. We loved the hot tub and the back deck. The view is beautiful! Unfortunately we did not see any bears on the property. The drive up is a little scary at first but you get used to it. The only complaint is that the bathroom needs to be updated. The sink in the bathroom is oddly short. Overall we had a great time and we will come back!

Charity M. - Posted: 10/3/2020

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed Little Bear. The hot tub deck was expanded last year and it was a great addition along with opening the view up a bit more. The driveway can be tricky the first time, but it gets easier with room to turn around at the top. We will pass along your comments about the bathroom to the homeowner and hope you can come see us again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Really enjoyed our stay - the cabin was the perfect size for my husband and I. We really liked the open kitchen to family room and it's something we look for in any cabin rental. The hot tub was a plus and in great working order (sometimes, that's not the case). We also loved the location - easy access to the Gatlinburg bypass and 321 to other areas of the park. Would recommend that the kitchen be stocked with actual spatulas and updated skillets (handles on ours were all wobbly). Shower controls are very outdated as well - took awhile to get figure out how to get the shower temperature figured out.

Sarah M. - Posted: 9/26/2020

Thanks for the review and we are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear. The cabin is spacious, but not too big for two people and being on one level makes it perfect for people of all ages. We will check on the skillets and kitchen utensils and are happy to hear you figured out the temperature control for the shower - there are so many styles that it can be confusing at times. We hope to see you back in the mountains soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We really enjoyed our vacation. The house is located in a very good place, on top of a mountain. Prepare for scenic drive to the house and amazing view from the patio and windows. There are bears around the house, we've seen them a few times. They hide when they see you. Inside rooms were cleaned and we had everything we needed. A few suggestions to improve guests experience: queen size bad is squeaking a little, it will be nice if it can be fixed; additional hooks will help to keep cloth and bags in order; office where keys should picked up and dropped off is 8 minutes away from the house, maybe electronic keys can be introduced.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/26/2020

Thank you for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay in Little Bear. The cabin is in a great location between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. You can take either Ski Mountain Road by our office or Wiley Oakley Drive next to the Gatlinburg Welcome Center. Convenient to both cities! The bears have made appearances all over the mountain this year and are always a thrill to see, but please lock your car doors. They are curious creatures and have figured out how to open car doors! We look forward to your return visit.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

It was ok. We’ve stayed in nicer. It needs a little TLC & a little updating. The view is wonderful & we loved the location and sitting on the deck. The bed was very comfortable. Patio furniture was not comfortable and neither was the sofa. We love the mountains, so for us it was good to get away.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/25/2020

Thanks for the review. We are glad you enjoyed the view from the chalet and the new deck. We will pass along your suggestions to the homeowner. Please visit again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

It was ok. We’ve stayed in nicer. It needs a little TLC & a little updating. The view is wonderful & we loved the location and sitting on the deck. The bed was very comfortable. Patio furniture was not comfortable and neither was the sofa. We love the mountains, so for us it was good to get away.

Deborah D. - Posted: 6/25/2020

Thanks for the review. We are glad you enjoyed the view from the chalet and the new deck. We will pass along your suggestions to the homeowner. Please visit again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We were in for a wedding and booked Little Bear. We had a great stay, cabin was clean, awesome view, had bear sightings. The only thing that could have been better would be if they left enough dish washer soap for more than 1 load.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/19/2020

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear. Sorry you ran out of dishwasher powded. We are happy to provide a fresh refill at the office, just let us know you are coming. We hope you are able to visit us in the mountains again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We loved it, will absolutely stay at Little Bear again.

Tracy A. - Posted: 5/23/2020

Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Little Bear is certainly a charmer and we would love for you to come visit again. See you in the mountains again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Very relaxing.

Lemuel M. - Posted: 5/10/2020

Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear and look forward to your next visit.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Property was very clean and beautiful views. Driveway is super steep and roads are very windy and could be treacherous in winter. Overall very good experience

Austin T. - Posted: 2/14/2020

Thank you for the review. We always recommend 4 Wheel drive or tire chains if you are coming when there is a possibility of snow in the winter months. The driveway is a little tricky, but if you pull your car down into low gear and take your time, it is quite manageable. We hope to see you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Property was very clean and beautiful views. Driveway is super steep and roads are very windy and could be treacherous in winter. Overall very good experience

Michelle K. - Posted: 2/14/2020

Thank you for the review. We always recommend 4 Wheel drive or tire chains if you are coming when there is a possibility of snow in the winter months. The driveway is a little tricky, but if you pull your car down into low gear and take your time, it is quite manageable. We hope to see you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The cabin was much bigger than we had expected from the pictures when we first booked. This is a great place to stay. I would recommend a 4 wheel drive if you are staying when freezing temps are expected because driveway is quite steep. Cabin was clean and had no issues while we were there. Something had exploded in the microwave prior to our stay and was not cleaned up, but other than that everything was great. Location was perfect. Approximately halfway between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Would definitely stay at this cabin again.

Anonymous - Posted: 11/23/2019

Thank you for your review and we apologize for the mess in the microwave. A 4 wheel drive or time chains are a good idea when we could get snow, but you are right about the location. Pigeon Forge is 6 miles away and Gatlinburg 2, so it is convenient to everything! We hope you can return soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

The cabin was much bigger than we had expected from the pictures when we first booked. This is a great place to stay. I would recommend a 4 wheel drive if you are staying when freezing temps are expected because driveway is quite steep. Cabin was clean and had no issues while we were there. Something had exploded in the microwave prior to our stay and was not cleaned up, but other than that everything was great. Location was perfect. Approximately halfway between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Would definitely stay at this cabin again.

Drew N. - Posted: 11/23/2019

Thank you for your review and we apologize for the mess in the microwave. A 4 wheel drive or time chains are a good idea when we could get snow, but you are right about the location. Pigeon Forge is 6 miles away and Gatlinburg 2, so it is convenient to everything! We hope you can return soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Was fortunate to get something as I was late reserving this year. This the perfect size for 1 or 2 guest. Had an issue with the hot tub but all in all a good stay.

Dennis R. - Posted: 10/16/2019

Thank you for the review and we are happy you were able to come enjoy the fall colors. We have maintenance staff ready to help with any issue that you might have in the cabins. Just call the office during business hours and we will have someone there right away. We hope you are able to come see us again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

It’s very open and spacious with enough privacy, we had an absolutely wonderful time and will book the same cabin again.

Jason H. - Posted: 10/4/2019

Thank you for the review and we are so happy you enjoyed the cabin. The location of Little Bear is ideal with a short 2 mile drive to Gatlinburg and a 6 mile drive to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. We look forward to seeing you again.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Excellent we really enjoyed the ride to the cabin, so much fun.

Clayton P. - Posted: 5/22/2019

Thanks for the review and we are happy you had a good holiday. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Great house for a couple to relax and enjoy. Close to main road between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge so everything is easy to get to. The house was clean, well stocked, and the service at MLC was exceptional.

Anonymous - Posted: 3/16/2019

Thank you for excellent review of our chalet. So glad the chalet was perfect for your stay with us. Hope to see you again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This is our third time staying with Mt. Laurel Chalets, and as usual it was wonderful! Everything at the property was as described. The drive to the chalet was quite... interesting with how far up the mountain it is. The drive is rather steep so make sure you're prepared for it. Overall, it was perfect for our family!

Nicole H. - Posted: 3/9/2019

Thank you for your good review of our chalet. Yes the drive can be intimidating if you have never driven a mountain. Hope to see you and the family again soon!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

As usual, the chalet was very clean and enjoyable. We have rented chalets from Mt. Laurel for many years, and always are very pleased. My only small problem what that firewood was not supplied for the fireplace (except for one small bundle) and had to be purchased extra (never had to do that before).

Bobby P. - Posted: 11/11/2018

Thanks for the review. We are happy to provide one free bundle of wood and our Family First visitors get a free bundle for every night of their stay. Additional firewood can be purchased at the office or the local grocery store. We hope to see you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

This is our 3rd visit to this Chalet, we really like it!! Great view!!

NANCY W. - Posted: 10/26/2018

Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your 3rd visit us and look forward to the 4th!

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Cozy chalet in the Smokies. We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. On our last morning the chalet across the street got visited by a teenager black bear. The hot tub on the front porch was great! I would warn all future visitors to make sure brakes on car work, but the chalet is somewhat deeper into mountains and lots of twists and turns and steeper inclines especially the driveway, but is a fun adventure. Would stay here again. We love Mountain Laurel Chalets! It is our 2nd experience with them and will keep returning.

Corene J. - Posted: 10/3/2018

Thank you for your review and we Love your Review Title. So glad you got to see a bear from a distance. Remember they can open car doors, so Always Lock Your Doors! See you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

a great cabin very clean great location close to Gatlinburg & pigeon forge. could use another bath I would rent it again.

ronald b. - Posted: 9/6/2018

Thank you for the review and we are glad you enjoyed the chalet. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Little bear was an ideal place quiet and serene near top of mountains! Went in town alot but drive from town a little windy!

Lee G. - Posted: 7/18/2018

Thank you for writing a review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Bear. The mountain roads can be a little tricky if you are not used to driving in curves, but it gets easier every time. We look forward to seeing you back.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

My daughter enjoy her self it was nice

Tawanda N. - Posted: 7/13/2018

Thanks for the message and we are glad your family enjoyed their stay in Little Bear. Please come again.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

We enjoyed the cabin very much. It was clean and tidy. It was a perfect location between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. I would recommend it to other travelers.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/1/2018

We couldn't agree with you more about the location. A short two mile drive to downtown Gatlinburg and the national park entrance and a six mile drive to Pigeon Forge and Dollywood. Perfect! We hope to see you again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

My friend and I chose this lovely cabin for a girls getaway weekend. The cabin was clean, nicely appointed, had comfortable beds, a nice living room/kitchen, and a great hot tub! Along with the great views what more could you ask for?

Becky J. - Posted: 4/19/2018

We LOVE Girls Getaways! So much to do in this area, or do nothing at all. We are glad to hear you found Little Bear clean and comfortable. Please remember us when you start planning your next trip.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

THE Chalet is very nice, 2nd visit to this one. Stove needs replacing bad. But it is in a very good location and well equipped. Have recommended to several friends.

NANCY W. - Posted: 2/8/2018

Thank you for your review Ms. Wirth. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the chalet and will give you input on the stove to the homeowner. Please visit us again soon.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

My family of four and I came to Little Bear for the weekend. It was everything we needed for a nice relaxing weekend together. My oldest son enjoyed building a fire with me in the rustic fireplace. We all enjoyed the convenience to the Parkway which made it a quick trip to both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.

Joseph M. - Posted: 2/2/2018

Thank you for the review and we are happy your family enjoyed their stay and worked on those fire building skills. Please remember us when you plan your next trip to the Smokies.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

WE WERE OK WITH THE REBUILT AND FRESHLY REFINISHED CABIN ITSELF BUT GREATLY SADDENED BY THE AMOUNT OF DEVASTATION ON THE MOUNTAIN AND THAT WE WERE PRETTY MUCH ALONE IN OUR CABIN AND FELT A LITTLE UNSAFE. POOR WEATHER DIDN'T HELP MUCH EITHER! BEEN TO THIS CABIN A FEW TIMES IN THE PAST.

Dennis D. - Posted: 11/4/2017

This is a nice little cabin for a couple or small family. It is located at the top of the mountain above where the Gatlinburg welcome center is. It is one of the few cabins that escaped the fire on the Wiley-Oakley side.

Cabin was very clean with a great fireplace. Furniture was new and comfortable. The kitchen was older but the appliances worked very well.

Daniel G. - Posted: 10/26/2017

This was our 2nd time at Little Bear and what a view! Everything you need in a perfect little cabin that's so spacious! A decade later and we still love Mountain Laurel Chalet and its sweet employees!

jennifer s. - Posted: 10/18/2017

The two of us spent a lovely long weekend at Little Bear and we could not have been more pleased. The location was quiet and secluded with a beautiful view, and the property was well maintained, clean and very accommodating for our needs. Far enough from the main drag to have privacy but not far enough to be too distant. Every member of the staff that we spoke with was extremely friendly and genial as well.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/8/2017

very good

Anonymous - Posted: 8/17/2017

We stayed in Little Bear for a weekend getaway and were pleased with the experience. The cabin was coveniently located and well-kept, and the customer service provided by Mountain Laurel was excellent. I would book and stay with them again.

Sara K. - Posted: 11/25/2016

I have nothing bad to say other than the wood we received was wet and refused to burn in the fireplace but everything else was top notch!

Cody B. - Posted: 11/4/2016

My husband and I stayed 2 nights for an Anniversary Getaway. We had a wonderful trip. The cabin is located in the mountains but still close to town. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Casey B. - Posted: 10/14/2016

My husband and I loved "Little Bear"" cottage. We really enjoyed the hot tub after a day of hiking. We enjoyed using the fireplace."

Amy A. - Posted: 10/5/2016

Absolutely wonderful, the most relaxed vacation I have ever been on.

Monica H. - Posted: 8/26/2016

The stay at the Little Bear cabin was awesome! It was very clean and cozy. My husband and I enjoyed the stay and will come back again. Tucked far enough away from all of the activities but easy enough to get downtown when needed. If you are looking for a cozy getaway this is the place to stay!!

Cynthia B. - Posted: 8/4/2016

Booked last minute and was pleasantly surprised.

Dennis S. - Posted: 7/21/2016

Booked last minute and was pleasantly surprised.

Diane S. - Posted: 7/21/2016

Our experience was very relaxing and peaceful. Don't lose the map to find your cabin. We wanted to getaway from people to recharge, and this cabin did the trick.

Elizabeth L. - Posted: 7/4/2016

We are so glad that you all were able to escape for a bit. Everybody needs time away in the mountains. Thank you for your review and we look forward to your next stay in the Smoky Mountains.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Our experience was fantastic. Little Bear was everything it was advertised to be. My wife was very happy with the cleanliness, location and the privacy that our cabin provided. It was so nice to come home to a quiet place after enjoying the mountain activities all day; every day. We also enjoyed grilling our suppers every evening and just listening to the birds and wildlife. Way better than a hotel room. I will never stay in a motel, when a Mountain Laurel Chalet is available!

Michael R. - Posted: 6/25/2016

The chalet was nice and clean. It was minimally stocked, but enough for 2 people for the w/e. The hot tub was clean and spacious, but not all of the jets worked. The chalet needs some updates, but it was comfortable and clean. The toilet didn't always flush fully, but we reported this. Not sure someone actually came up to fix/look at it. Overall, a nice place.

Kelly E. - Posted: 6/9/2016

We are glad that you all enjoyed Little Bear and appreciate your review. We look forward to your next visit to the Smoky Mountains.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

Our cabin was very nice. The only observations we have is the sofa and love seat has seen better days. It is worn out. some of the windows had no screens to enjoy the beautiful weather. other wise the hot tub was very nice. the bed is very comfortable. Kitchen is big and well stocked.

Richard S. - Posted: 5/27/2016

Thank you for your recommendations. We appreciate your review and look forward to seeing you at your next stay in the Smoky Mountains.

Mountain Laurel Chalets staff

My experience was excellent. The staff at Mountain Laurel were awesome as usual. The cabin was more than we expected. The cabin was private and peaceful. Loved the hot tub on the deck.

Tracie T. - Posted: 5/12/2016

A great little cabin to escape the city for a sorry get away. Very clean and easy to find.

Jenny C. - Posted: 4/15/2016

Little bear was clean and well maintained. I have stayed in better cabins for less money though. The couch needs replaced, it's obviously someone's favorite. There is no privacy on the deck. For all of us self conscience folks, we don't like neighbors staring while we are out on the deck having a drink or two. The location is good if you like going to gatlinburg or pigeon forge either one. The mountain views weren't as good as what I expected either. The staff at Mtn. Laurel is always friendly and helpful. I would recommend this property to a friend but will inform them not to have to high of expectations.

Anonymous - Posted: 3/17/2016

My wife and I had a wonderful time at Little Bear!

Jason G. - Posted: 2/25/2016

Good

Antoine S. - Posted: 2/19/2016

My rental was great everything was nice and clean. The staff was really nice they also put salt on the driveway to insure ice wasn't out.

Antwan W. - Posted: 2/12/2016

Cozy with a nice fire place and basically all living area was on one level with easy access from the car... If you can time to arrive and leave before and after a good snow fall, it becomes a wonderful place to plan a getaway...

Anonymous - Posted: 1/24/2016

This vacation bought my boyfriend & I closer together! Get cabin for 2 people.

Anonymous - Posted: 12/26/2015

This vacation bought my boyfriend & I closer together! Get cabin for 2 people.

Patrick and Tiffianny M. - Posted: 12/26/2015

As always!!! Our fifth time in a MLC cabin, and we were as pleased as always. We received the privacy we enjoy with plenty to do. Our anual trip to the Christmas Parade was a wonderful trip!

Daniel H. - Posted: 12/3/2015

Our experience was more than I could have expected. EVERYTHING was ready and waiting for us. Everything worked perfectly. The cabin was just wonderful and peaceful and quiet. We highly recommend this. We will be back for sure.

Johh D. - Posted: 11/11/2015

The place was nice. The driveway was very steep we arrived on a rainy evening and had to try several time to get up the driveway. Once we succeeded it was beautiful. First thing the next day we got the pleasure of seeing a mama bear and cub right out our cabin window. The couch was a bit broken down. Overall the place was nice including inside and out. I would recommend staying here.

Anonymous - Posted: 11/9/2015

Wonderfully maintained cabin with everything we needed. Enjoyed the fireplace and hot tub. Took a few trips up the mountain before we took the most direct route!

Steve and Jane B. - Posted: 10/14/2015

This was our 5th time staying with Mtn Laurel Chalets and Little Bear was a favorite! Beautifully decorated and very clean with a lovely picnic table out front. The hot tub was awesome. Drive way was a bit steep, we just parked below (it was raining). We will be back again that's for sure! Thanks Little bear for a wonderful anniversary trip and thank you MLC for such an easy and professional check in /out.

jennifer s. - Posted: 10/2/2015

We enjoyed the chalets privacy and spaciousness . We had the opportunity to use the hot tub every evening.

Susanne B. - Posted: 9/27/2015

The cabin was wonderful, although we were disappointed not to see any wildlife, it had everything you could want or need for your stay. The bed was comfy, the spa hot and washer/dryer to boot. I would warn you that the roads and signage is quite tricky to work out in the dark, maybe plan to be home after sunset. Taking the $300 off the credit card as apposed to a hold on the credit card was a bit annoying, it took 10 days to be redeposited.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/10/2015

Our stay was relaxing and peaceful, despite our nightly visit from a real little bear.

Josh C. - Posted: 7/30/2015

We had a great time, the cabin was clean and tidy, No issues. Quiet neighbors.

Thomas S. - Posted: 7/3/2015

Wonderful little home with a wooded view. Adored the decor, especially. The hot tub worked great and it was kind of cool to use it surrounded by the beautiful trees. The driveway was a bit scary at first, but quickly got used to it. We really enjoyed our stay there.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/29/2015

View from the cabin, Angels Retreat was spectacular. The cabin was wonderful.

John W. - Posted: 6/13/2015

My husband and I spent our 6 year Anniversary here and it was amazing!!!

Jason J. - Posted: 5/15/2015

My husband and I spent our 6 year Anniversary here and it was amazing!!!

Tawana J. - Posted: 5/15/2015

Loved the quiet, the view, and the hot tub. The bed was comfortable as well. It could use some new more comfortable seating in the living room.

nancy s. - Posted: 5/12/2015

The layout of this cabin is fabulous. The deck with the hot tub and grill being in the same living space as the kitchen and living room is conducive to multiple activities and continued interaction. The cabin was clean and spacious. The bedroom is around the corner, away from the living areas. Again, another great design. Even though we were near other cabins, the foliage prevents viewing and interaction. Having coffee in the morning on this deck was a calming experience.
The cabin is near to the trolley, where you can park for free and ride for a minimal charge. It is also a reasonable distance to the grocery store. When at the cabin, it feels like you are out in the mountains.
The driveway is steep and if your car has low clearance you will need to turn around and enter by making a right turn.
Only issue is that not all windows have screens and one of the windows with screens had a scary looking spider. That window stayed closed! Everything else was great. Would totally stay at this one again.

Jennifer S. - Posted: 5/9/2015

My fiancé and I loved it. Wish we could have spent more time there, but absolutely perfect. Hot tub worked great, good TV, good wifi, beautiful setting, comfortable bed. I will be back.

Zachary E. - Posted: 4/10/2015

Absolutely wonderful. Single level, no steps, spacious, convenient and comfortable.

Anonymous - Posted: 3/14/2015

My husband and I were celebrating our 34th wedding anniversary. We enjoyed staying at Little Bear so much. It was clean and well prepared for our visit. Wonderful stay and looking forward to booking this again. The staff was so helpful and friendly. All around great experience with no hassle. Thanks so much!

Jan M. - Posted: 3/6/2015

My husband and I were celebrating our 34th wedding anniversary. We enjoyed staying at Little Bear so much. It was clean and well prepared for our visit. Wonderful stay and looking forward to booking this again. The staff was so helpful and friendly. All around great experience with no hassle. Thanks so much!

Anonymous - Posted: 3/6/2015

CLEAN NICE SETUP

HILLARY S. - Posted: 2/13/2015

Was a great place quite loved our stay there. Will use mountain laurl again for sure when we need another get away. Very clean and the bed was very comfortable.

Anonymous - Posted: 2/6/2015

Our rental experience was good. Little bear is a nice place and the location was good.

Anonymous - Posted: 1/23/2015

My wife and I arrived fri nite check in was fast and good. Upon our arrival we found the hot tub not working or up to proper temperature I called the office and they sent up someone to look at it. Maintenance man attempted to fix it and said it would be up to temp in an hour. That did not happen. So no hot tub fri. Woke up sat morning and hot tub was at temp. And working fine. LB was clean and comfortable. The TV in the bedroom does not get a signal so no TV. Wifi has a good connection. LB is a nice and cozy cabin.

Anonymous - Posted: 1/16/2015

My wife and I arrived fri nite check in was fast and good. Upon our arrival we found the hot tub not working or up to proper temperature I called the office and they sent up someone to look at it. Maintenance man attempted to fix it and said it would be up to temp in an hour. That did not happen. So no hot tub fri. Woke up sat morning and hot tub was at temp. And working fine. LB was clean and comfortable. The TV in the bedroom does not get a signal so no TV. Wifi has a good connection. LB is a nice and cozy cabin.

Rick E. - Posted: 1/16/2015

We have stayed at Little bear a number of times and have always enjoyed it.
We have stayed at other rentals through Mt. Laurel and have always been pleased with the accomodations

Fred C. - Posted: 1/12/2015

We had a great time and the staff was very friendly. Thanks.

Bobby M. - Posted: 12/23/2014

We have stayed in several rental cabins in the area. Getting a little older & just the two of us, this cabin was just about perfect. The cabin is nicely appointed and comfortable. Nice view in late October, when the leaves are turning and some are already on the ground. The road up can be a challenge as the cabin is near the mtn top and driveway is steep, but most are that way and so this was expected.

Anonymous - Posted: 10/20/2014

Beautifully decorated (just like the pictures show). Scary driveway up the hill - (like others have mentioned). The water pressure in shower and toilet leave a lot to be desired. But it is a very nice place and the hot tub worked on those cool nites. The Mt. Laurel Chalet people were very nice at check in and towel exchanges. I would recommend this place to a friend.

Anonymous - Posted: 10/5/2014

It was as the pictures depicted. Nice, clean, furnished, and peaceful. We saved a ton of money by cooking breakfast and dinner there. The bed was comfortable, the hot tub was just what we needed. The down side was there was no steps to the hot tub, we found a step ladder to use.The directions to the cabin were confusing, but we found the short cut that put us between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/29/2014

Little Bear is a nice little cabin that is nicely furnished and very clean. If a quiet little cabin in the hills that is only a few minutes from ever thing,then this would be a very good choice.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/11/2014

We stayed in the "Little Bear"" cabin which was located at the top of the mountain. We were on our honeymoon so the location was great and secluded! We booked the cabin online and was very pleased at how the website photos were so accurate. The cabin was very clean and and nice! We would definitely stay again!"

Lorrie K. - Posted: 7/20/2014

My husband and I stayed for 4 nights. The check in staff were very helpful and friendly. We had to check in after office hours and they made that very easy to do. Our cabin was very well maintained. It is fairly secluded and private. The drive up the mountain to get to it was daunting at first, but we got used to it. The driveway is also very steep. We plan to visit again in the future with our 3 children. We had a wonderful time.

Stephanie S. - Posted: 6/17/2014

AWESOME EXPERIENCE!! However,we did get lost several times trying to find Little was hard to navigate around the property!

Timothy C. - Posted: 6/3/2014