Cabin - Rating 4.8 (92 Reviews)

Bear Necessity


Bedroom 1 bedrooms
Bathroom 1 baths
Guests 4 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 3470 Waldroup Road
  • Location: Gatlinburg
  • Type: Cabin
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This one bedroom is ideal for a special romantic getaway, you will love it! It’s just a short walk down to the lake and gas firepit area shared by the cabins on location. We have removed the indoor jacuzzi and replaced it with a washer/dryer for your convenience. You still have the hot tub on your deck. Upstairs you'll find the loft bedroom with King size bed. Downstairs is the cozy living room with 55" flat screen tv and gas fireplace (seasonal). Sleeper sofa in case you'd like to bring the kids along. Private hot tub on the deck right outside. Comfortably furnished with brand new furniture just right for a rustic mountain cabin getaway. These cabins were built with hand hewn logs and have withstood the test of time. The remodel has spruced them up and made them look brand new again. Inside everything is new. They retain that rustic feel with the modern touch. Hot tub and rockers on the deck. This unique setting offers you the thrill of being able to walk out the door with hiking boots on, walk right past your car and keep on going for as long as you want to before heading back to relax on your private deck. There are no trails but you are welcome to wander the 135 acres and enjoy the peace and quiet. A rugged hike or a leisurely stroll – your choice. You’re in charge! THE LAKE IS JUST A SHORT WALK DOWN THE COUNTRY LANE - it is not in your backyard but it's very close by. Lakeside firepit area is shared by all the 13 cabins located in the Mountain Lake Resort. March down to the lake and take a stroll around the serene mountain setting watching for the natural wildlife abundant in our area. Just a few yards further and you can enjoy the beautiful, rushing mountain creek. It's lovely. Enjoy a roaring fire in the gas firepit beside the lake. (community location for the resort) And later enjoy a cozy fire in your very own gas fireplace (October - April). Or a soak in your private hot tub on the deck. The fully furnished kitchen will offer the perfect spot for preparing full meals or light snacks to enjoy in your cabin. Whether there are 2 of you or all 4 you will have enough seating at the kitchen table. For those longing for solitude, peace and quiet - this is it! You've found your spot. No next door neighbors, no street with cars passing by, no noise from attractions - just beauty and you and the mountains on 135 gorgeous untouched acres. Thirteen rustic log cabins total - studios, one bedrooms, and two bedrooms. Come and enjoy! We would be delighted to welcome you to this special setting in The Great Smoky Mountains of Gatlinburg, TN. Book now! Please call us with any questions. About 4 miles from this cabin is the beautiful Gatlinburg Community Center - a complex with indoor swimming pool, basketball court, ping pong, bowling alley, weight room and showers. For a very reasonable fee visitors are welcome to take advantage of this beautiful complex. Please check out the website for info. Also only about four miles away is the Mills Park with a playground for the children, and covered picnic tables and grills for your get togethers. Three miles away is The Greenbriar section of The Smoky Mountain National Park. This is a lesser known entrance with many beautiful trails, plenty of parking, picnic area, playground and access to the Pigeon River throughout. Ramsey Cascades is a favorite amongst hikers. This is a terrific location with many activities nearby. Peaceful, quiet and secluded located on 135 wooded acres with 12 other log cabins. LAKE AND FIRE PIT AREA SHARED BY ALL. Easy 15 minute drive from downtown Gatllinburg. Beds: 1 K in loft, 1 SS in living room THIS CABIN WILL ACCEPT 1 DOG ONLY UP TO 50LBS

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Bedding Bedding
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Main Level
Sleeps: 2
1 Sofa Bed

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Upper Level Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King


Amenities 28 Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Free wifi
  • Grill
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Smoke Detector
  • Stove
  • Television
  • Toaster
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Hot Tub

Reviews Rating 4.8 (92) Reviews
Rating 5
Place was easy to find and about 20 mins away from Gatlinburg.
- Posted: 10/27/2024
Rating 5
Great place to stay
- Posted: 10/13/2024
Rating 5
Had a great time in a wonderful cabin, quiet and peaceful. Great getaway from the hustle and bustle of Gatlinburg proper. Everything was nice and clean and the bed was great to sleep on, and the living room furniture was nice and comfortable. Well apportioned kitchen. Would definitely stay there again!
- Posted: 9/2/2024
Rating 5
Stay went well. Out town a little bit but not too far from all the action. All was great. Just wish there were a walking/running trail to continue on that’s on the back side of the pond.
- Posted: 8/27/2024
Rating 5
We couldn't have been more happy with the cabin we stayed in. It was very clean and quiet. It had everything we needed for our stay. The communication from Stonybrook staff was great before and during our stay. I would HIGHLY recommend using Stonybrook again to anyone who asked. We'll be back again!!
- Posted: 8/19/2024
Rating 5
Cute cabin and great location! Would stay here again!
- Posted: 8/4/2024
Rating 4
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- Posted: 8/2/2024
Rating 5
Great
- Posted: 5/20/2024
Rating 5
It was truly the best!!! I can’t say enough positive things about your cabin! Fantastic !! Will definitely come again!
- Posted: 4/6/2024
Rating 5
We had a relaxing weekend staying here! The cabin was very clean, in a peaceful location and not too far from downtown Gatlinburg!
- Posted: 3/10/2024
Rating 5
Everything it promised. Was a lovely place to stay and the front office called to check on us and were very very kind. Will most definitely be coming back. Thank you Stonybrook for a much needed awesome relaxing trip.
- Posted: 2/27/2024
Rating 5
Clean, nice and peaceful as listed , would stay again !
- Posted: 2/18/2024
Rating 5
It was a great experience, very easy check in and we were even able to check in early. Very comfy space and secluded, definitely will be booking again for my next vacation to gatlinburg!
- Posted: 12/29/2023
Rating 5
Good cabin for a little getaway
- Posted: 12/22/2023
Rating 5
The place was quaint and comfortable but the bathroom shower needs updating
We enjoyed our stay but the shower’s water pressure was weak and the temperature fluctuated frequently from warm to hot to colder. The tub is unattractive and would benefit from an update. Other than that, we loved it!
- Posted: 12/15/2023
Rating 5
The cabin was perfect for our family of 4. It was 20 min from downtown Gatlinburg and located in a peaceful area surrounded by nature with a view of the Smokey Mountains.
- Posted: 11/26/2023
Rating 5
Great location, was 30 mins away from Gatlinburg and pigeon forge!!
- Posted: 11/11/2023
Rating 5
The cabin was great! Only thing needed would be a lamp downstairs and maybe a couple of cozy throw blankets.
- Posted: 11/3/2023
Rating 5
Great
- Posted: 10/7/2023
Rating 5
Really enjoyed our stay here! Very clean, cozy, and our dog loved the pond area to walk around.
- Posted: 9/3/2023
Rating 5
Everything was perfect and exactly as described. We’ve stayed with Stony Brook the last three times and will continue to stay with them because of their hospitality and their beautiful, peaceful properties.
- Posted: 8/2/2023
Rating 5
Everything was clean and organized for our arrival. Great location, lots of privacy 15 minutes to Gatlinburg We're very good with all communication with stoney creek Very friendly staff
- Posted: 7/1/2023
Rating 5
Cabin was excellent. It was a surprise for my girlfriend and she was taken away from the moment we drove up and then she saw the inside of the cabin and was talen away. The details in the cabin were so well thought out. Everything was perfect. Beautiful balcony view. Hot tob was perfect. The area felt extremely safe the grounds were pristine. We adventured up the road and found more amazing cabins and even a reception area. I would highly recommend and go back.
- Posted: 6/24/2023
Rating 4
I loved the cabin. It was cozy, peaceful, and remote into the woods. I enjoyed it being close to attractions.
- Posted: 6/12/2023
Rating 5
Beautiful cabin we are very happy with our experience here.
- Posted: 6/8/2023
Rating 5
The cabin was Awesome, clean, and everything was great! We will stay again next time we come to Tennessee for vacation! You offered a tremendous amount of movie channels which we throughly enjoyed!
- Posted: 5/19/2023
Rating 5
Beautiful Property
Enjoyed our stay
- Posted: 5/13/2023
Rating 5
I wish everything was this easy and pleasant. Very courteous and responsive through phone and email. The ease of making reservations to the ease of texting me when the cabin was ready. The cabin was ready on time, CLEAN and stocked with the basic necessities including kitchen essentials. It was a great experience and I highly recommend Stony Brook Cabins.
- Posted: 4/22/2023
Rating 5
Great Stay and great cabin! We will be bac, hopefully, sooner than later.
- Posted: 4/17/2023
Rating 5
Great getaway!!
Great place, great surroundings
- Posted: 4/11/2023
Rating 5
The cabin was very clean and overall beautiful. The view was amazing. The atmosphere was so peaceful. Will definitely book again!
- Posted: 3/29/2023
Rating 5
I've booked through Stony Brook 5 times now and the ease of the check-in/out is a big reason why I'll be back. The process is simple, the cabins are very clean, and the locations are secluded enough for a romantic weekend getaway.
- Posted: 3/19/2023
Rating 5
Everything was great. I really love the view and area.
- Posted: 2/26/2023
Rating 5
Excellent! Perfect In All Aspects…. Great Experience! I Would Definitely Come Back For Another Stay.
- Posted: 1/29/2023
Rating 5
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Place was well kept and the staff was very nice everytime the called. Wonderful view 10/10
- Posted: 1/20/2023
Rating 5
Our cabin was perfect!! Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We stayed for our anniversary and the staff helped my husband with getting flowers delivered before our arrival. I will definitely be back.
- Posted: 12/5/2022
Rating 4
Very good. Cabin was clean and very welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay.
- Posted: 11/26/2022
Rating 4
Everything was as promised, allowing us to really enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
- Posted: 10/28/2022
Rating 4
We enjoyed the privacy of the cabin and it’s proximity to Gatlinburg. Really loved the secluded hot tub and comfortable bed.
- Posted: 10/16/2022
Rating 5
The cabin was adorable and clean. Only thing the iron wasn't working very well. We had a relaxing stay.
- Posted: 10/13/2022
Rating 5
Perfect cabin for 2 people and pet friendly would definitely stay again next year
- Posted: 10/8/2022
Rating 5
Great place
People are great
- Posted: 10/7/2022
Rating 5
Cabin was clean. Nice location & very quiet. Had two phone calls from company. To check on us & make sure everything was good with the cabin. Which was very nice! Would rent from this company again
- Posted: 10/1/2022
Rating 5
I had awesome time and I plan to come back. Thanks so much for the birthday card. The cabin was clean and I have no complaints
- Posted: 9/23/2022
Rating 5
We had a great experience! The cabin was delightful and the check-in-and check-out experience was super easy.
- Posted: 9/16/2022
Rating 4
We had a great stay. The drive up from the main road wasn't bad at all. Stony Brooks staff checked on us and we're very pleasant. This cabin is located east of Gatlinburg. It worked out well for us because the zip lining and white water rafting we experienced were also east of Gatlinburg.
- Posted: 9/9/2022
Rating 4
Very nice experience. Our first cabin rental…definitely would do it again. Attention to details was paramount
- Posted: 8/5/2022
Rating 5
Great place only wish was that bed was on same level as rest of cabin
- Posted: 7/31/2022
Rating 5
Customer service was professional and knowledgeable. Always willing to make guests feel at home.
- Posted: 6/20/2022
Rating 5
Great. Already planning a trip for next year! Just a little longer stay! Definitely will be with you guys
- Posted: 5/21/2022
Rating 5
We loved our stay at your cabin! Everything was so clean and we loved the secluded location within the trees.
- Posted: 5/15/2022
Rating 5
The cabin was beautifully renovated and clean as a pin. Contact from the office during our stay was unobtrusive and reassuring. It was a wonderful visit and we couldn't be more pleased.
- Posted: 4/29/2022
Rating 5
I liked that they gave Courtesy calls from beginning to end. The cabin was nice and clean. Besides the normal things you would need to bring, the cabin had the basic items you needed. Even had washer and dryer along with extra blankets and a fire escape ladder in one of the drawers. We loved how it was by the water. Very relaxing and not too close to the other nearby cabins.
- Posted: 4/18/2022
Rating 5
Nice location! Beautiful cabin with great views! Very cozy and nicely decorated!
- Posted: 4/11/2022
Rating 5
The Bear Necessities cabin was great. Loved the loft bedroom and the spacious living room. The location was easy to get to and the cabin was clean.
- Posted: 3/12/2022
Rating 5
Our stay was amazing. The cabin was so nice and just the right size for our stay. It was close to all the attractions and we would recommend it to others and plan to return there again
- Posted: 2/21/2022
Rating 5
Amazing stay! The cabin was in a great location, plenty of quiet, but access to everything pretty quickly, and so beautifully updated! Thank you for the birthday cards!
- Posted: 12/14/2021
Rating 5
Everything was great but the washer and dryer didn’t work. Otherwise everything was great.
- Posted: 11/16/2021
Rating 5
No maintenance. Everything was in working order, and clean for our visit.
- Posted: 10/14/2021
Rating 5
Love our stay every time. Especially liked the newly refurbished cabin. It is a great value for money!
- Posted: 10/4/2021
Rating 5
Excellent experience, cabin was very clean with all required amenities.
- Posted: 8/12/2021
Rating 4
U did Great called to check with us the coupons were great
- Posted: 7/10/2021
Rating 5
We had an amazing time and loved the whole experience. Your hospitality was so perfect! We were so impressed with the time you spent leaving Keith a card and bear and calling us to check on us!
- Posted: 6/19/2021
Rating 5
This cabin has everything you need in kitchen, room is super clean, great service
- Posted: 5/26/2021
Rating 5
Loved the cabin and the employees in the office were nice as well.
- Posted: 5/23/2021
Rating 5
We had an amazing time staying at the Bear Necessities cabin! Everything was absolutely spotless, and it was such a welcoming and cozy space to stay. We especially appreciated the thoughtful anniversary card that was signed by all of your staff, and the lovely bear figurine in honor of our anniversary that was waiting for us when we arrived. It truly made our stay special. Thank you for that personal touch. In advance of our arrival, I also appreciated all the helpful details in your messages, and the phone call before our stay. I also appreciated the call after we arrived to check and make sure everything was in good order. We will definitely be booking with you all again for future visits!
- Posted: 5/19/2021
Rating 5
It was a great experience, the cards and bears for my wife was an excellent touch.
- Posted: 5/9/2021
Rating 5
Staff went above and beyond to make this a special 25th anniversary weekend for me and my husband.
- Posted: 5/2/2021
Rating 5
Stony Brook Cabins is a great cabin option when we stay in the Smokies. The staff are outstandingly personable and accommodating and the cabins always tidy and in good order.
- Posted: 4/30/2021
Rating 5
Our stay was very cozy and romantic, we loved the cabin, would definitely return!
- Posted: 4/18/2021
Rating 5
Peacefully away from Gatlinburg with close access to Gatlinburg and PigeonForge. Great way to relax, enjoy, then go for a moonshine tasting. Bring supplies like paper towels, coffee filters/coffee, and toilet paper like they tell you to!
- Posted: 4/2/2021
Rating 4
Stony Brook is top of the line, from the reservation through the checkout! I would highly recommend using them to anyone.
- Posted: 2/21/2021
Rating 5
Everything was great! We enjoyed the scenery, the hot tub was amazing and it was just everything we expected.
- Posted: 2/15/2021
Rating 5
Very clean. Extremely helpful staff. Loved that it was pet friendly
- Posted: 11/27/2020
Rating 5
The cabin was very clean and decorated for Christmas. The kitchen was equipped with everything needed to stay in.
- Posted: 11/22/2020
Rating 5
Great quiet getaway surrounded by Mother Nature. Comfortable cabin for the two of us and our dog.
- Posted: 11/13/2020
Rating 5
We love stony brook! Every time we come to gatlinburg, we will not stay any other place!
- Posted: 10/28/2020
Rating 5
Clean comfy quiet!!! Our second stay and we intend to stay with stony brook again and possibly with guests or family next time
- Posted: 9/25/2020
Rating 5
The cabin was very clean. The staff was very helpful, friendly!
- Posted: 9/12/2020
Rating 5
A very friendly and helpful staff with easy check in and out. The cabin and location were wonderful!
- Posted: 9/7/2020
Rating 5
You all done an awesome job ? you all have a wonderful cabin
- Posted: 7/27/2020
Rating 5
Everyone was wonderful to work with booking our stay. I emailed a few questions and got a quick response.
- Posted: 7/17/2020
Rating 4
Bear Necessity cabin was fabulous. It's location was very peaceful and quiet. Amenities were just right. We would stay again and reccomend.
- Posted: 7/5/2020
Rating 4
The cabin was beautiful and secluded, just as we had hoped. Thank you so much for the sweet gift and card congratulating us on our marriage! We will definitely return!
- Posted: 7/1/2020
Rating 5
The cabin was amazing. The service was amazing. I highly recommend!!!
- Posted: 6/21/2020
Rating 5
Awesome cabin . Nice and clean . Will definitely go back
- Posted: 6/15/2020
Rating 5
We had no issues. Loved the cabin very private and cozy
- Posted: 6/8/2020
Rating 5
Awesome experience! Check in was easy! Cabin was very clean and beautiful!
- Posted: 5/30/2020
Rating 5
the cabin and staff was excellent we will definitely be renting again thank you guys for having us under the circumstances
- Posted: 3/27/2020
Rating 4
it was a great stay we enjoyed ourselves and the cabin
- Posted: 3/15/2020
Rating 4
Reservation and check in were easy. The cabin was comfortable but having the bedroom and bath on different floors is not a good thing. Needs stairway lighting do that getting up at night is not a safety issue.
- Posted: 1/5/2020
Rating 5
One of the best vacation we have taken! Cabin was clean and in a great location! Checking in was very easy staff was super nice and very helpful!
- Posted: 1/2/2020
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