Heart of Pigeon Forge.You'll find Island at Pigeon Forge and Titanic Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this Pigeon Forge cabin. Pigeon Forge Community Center and Lumberjack Feud are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Moonshine "The Barn - 4 min drive
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen - 4 min drive
Mellow Mushroom - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access!
Welcome to Bear Claw Cabin! 😊 Located only a 1/2 mile off the main parkway in Pigeon Forge, this 3BR 3BA vacation cabin gives you easy access to all the main attractions. Featuring everything you would need, such as a well-equipped kitchen, two living areas, and a private hot tub, you'll never want to leave! The beautiful resort also boasts an indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi, game room, and exercise room just steps away from the cabin for everyone to enjoy. Book your unforgettable stay now!
PROPERTY INFORMATION 📏 Property size: 1,894 SQFT 🛏️ Bedrooms: 3 (Sleeps: Maximum 8 Guests) 🏔️ Stunning Mountain & Valley Views ♨️ Private Hot Tub w/ mountain views 🏊♂️ Resort Indoor & Heated Outdoor Pool Access 🏋️♂️ Resort Gym Access 🎱 Resort Game Room Access (Pool Table & Ping Pong) ❄️ Airconditioning Available 🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen 🔥 Gas Fireplace 🍔 BBQ Grill 🎮 Arcade Machine 🛜 High-Speed Internet / WiFi
Please check 'Other things to note' if you're interested in requests such as early check-in, late check-out, and to know more about other important details regarding your stay.
HOME WALKTHROUGH This beautiful mountain cabin is thoughtfully designed across three levels to maximize both privacy and social space. The upper level features a private master suite with a scenic balcony, while the main floor houses the gourmet kitchen and a living area that flows onto the hot tub deck. The lower level serves as the ultimate entertainment hub with a media room and arcade games. Relax in the private hot tub under the stars after a day of exploring Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains!
🛌 BEDROOM SUMMARY 🛌 → Each bedroom comes with plush bedding & linens.
• Bedroom 1 (Upper Level): King bed with Smart TV and private balcony with mountain views. • Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Comfortable Queen bed with closet for storage. • Bedroom 3 (Lower Level): Cozy Queen bed with TV
🛌 ADDITIONAL SLEEPING OPTION 🛌 Living Room (Main Floor): Pull-out sofa bed (Sleeps 2)
🛁 BATHROOM SUMMARY 🛁 → Each bathroom also comes with essentials such as: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash/Soap, Hand Soap, Bath Towels, Hair Dryer, & Toilet Paper
• Bathroom 1 (Upper Level - Ensuite): Full bathroom with Toilet, Tub, and Shower. • Bathroom 2 (Main Floor - Semi-Ensuite/Jack n Jill): Full bathroom with Toilet and Combo Tub/Shower. • Bathroom 3 (Lower Level - Shared): Full bathroom with Toilet and Combo Tub/Shower.
⭐️ INDOOR FEATURES ⭐️
★ UPPER LEVEL ★ • Master Suite Balcony: Balcony attached to the upstairs suite with gorgeous views of the Smoky Mountains.
★ MAIN FLOOR ★ • Living Room: Open-concept space with a gas fireplace, cable TV, and comfortable seating. • Kitchen + Dining Area : Fully equipped with modern appliances and a dedicated dining area. • Breakfast Nook/Area: Additional seating with gorgeous mountain views. • Laundry Area (Main Floor Bathroom Area): Washer and dryer with essentials provided. • Hot Tub Area: Soak in privacy in the hot tub located indoors with views of the Smoky Mountains.
★ LOWER LEVEL ★ • Living/Media Room: Entertainment space with a Smart TV, plush seating, and an arcade machine. • Kitchenette: Microwave, Mini-Fridge & Breakfast bar seating for convenience when lounging downstairs.
⭐️ OUTDOOR SPACE ⭐️ • BBQ Grill Area: Outdoor setup with barbecue utensils and dining spaces overlooking the Smoky Mountain views.
⭐️ RESORT FEATURES ⭐️ The cabin is located in a beautiful resort and offers shared access to the following amenities: • Indoor & Outdoor Pools: Year-round swimming options, including an in-ground spa. The outdoor pool is heated. • Exercise Room: Stay active with shared fitness equipment. • Game Room: Featuring a pool table and ping pong for friendly competition.
🍽 ️ KITCHEN & DINING 🍽️ ✓ Full-size refrigerator with freezer (Main Kitchen) ✓ Mini-Fridge (Kitchenette) ✓ Stove & Oven ✓ Microwave (Main Kitchen & Kitchenette) ✓ Dishwasher (Cleaning supplies provided) ✓ Coffee Maker (Starter coffee supplies provided) ✓ Hot Water Kettle ✓ Toaster & Blender ✓ Complete set of pots, pans, and cooking basics ✓ Full tableware: dishes, silverware, wine glasses, and chopsticks ✓ BBQ grill & utensils for outdoor grilling
🏠 FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXTRAS 🏠 • Pack 'n Play Travel Crib • High Chair • Children's Tableware • Board Games
📍 NEARBY LOCATIONS & ATTRACTIONS (BY CAR) 📍 Attractions: • The Island in Pigeon Forge - 8 minutes • Titanic Museum - 10 minutes • Dolly Parton's Stampede - 12 minutes • Dollywood Theme Park - 15 minutes • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 20 minutes
Necessities: • Food City Grocery Store - 5 minutes • Kroger Supermarket - 7 minutes • The Old Mill Restaurant - 10 minutes • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 45 minutes
Guest access Info • Guests have full and exclusive access to the cabin and its private amenities. • Resort amenities such as the pools, gym, and game room are shared with the other guests in the resort. • Self-check-in is available via a smart lock with a unique door code. We will send the door code and the check-in instructions 7 days before arrival.
OTHER INFORMATION TO NOTE ⏰ EARLY CHECK-IN / LATE CHECK-OUT REQUESTS Standard Check-in: 4:00 PM | Standard Check-out: 10:00 AM
Early Check-in/Late Check-out Requests must be made at least a day in advance. Approval depends on availability. Fees apply.
🐾 PET-FRIENDLY CABIN Our home is pet-friendly and we can consider any number of pets for approval. Kindly message us for more details. Additional pet fees apply.
🗑️ TRASH HANDLING Starter trash bags are provided for your stay.
📦 DELIVERIES & LEFT ITEMS We'll do our best to help as much as possible, but we should not be held responsible for packages or lost items post-checkout. Please note that shipping and handling fees apply.
🎧 GUEST COMMUNICATION & SUPPORT Do you need any recommendations? Do not hesitate to message us, and we'll do our best to help as soon as possible.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Ski lift privileges
Table tennis
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Housekeeping (on request)
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Bear Claw Retreat in Pigeon Forge!
Bear Claw · Bear Claw Retreat in Pigeon Forge!
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Frequently asked questions
How close is In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! to the airport?
This cabin is 36.4 mi (55-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access!?
As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! on Apr 28, 2026 start from CA $167, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.
Does In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! offer free breakfast?
This cabin does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access!?
No, there is no casino at this cabin.
What time is check-in at In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access!?
Free parking is not available at this cabin.
Does In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! have a pool?
This cabin features an indoor pool.
Does In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! have a spa?
This cabin doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! to downtown Pigeon Forge?
This cabin is 1.2 mi away from Pigeon Forge.
In the Heart of Pigeon Forge! Fast WiFi ✯ Private Hot Tub ✯ Pool Access! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 144 reviews
10 - Excellent
115
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 144 reviews
8 - Good
25
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 144 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 144 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rogelio R.
Jan 11, 2026
Rogelio R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela G.
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for my sister’s 55th birthday weekend getaway with family and friend. It was absolutely wonderful! The place was beautiful, clean, and peaceful, with plenty of room for everyone. We all enjoyed ourselves and will definitely share our experience — we can’t wait to come back!
Pamela G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Kevin B.
Apr 30, 2025
Kevin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Jessica H.
Dec 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jessica H.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina S.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Dad
Nice
Christina S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cat M.
Jan 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family with dogs
Great layout, teens loved having the lower level to themselves. Furniture is a little worn, but expected that for a place that allows pets - everything was very clean though! Mgmt company very responsive. Enjoyed walking dogs on hidden trail up to the giant cross. Very convenient location.
Cat M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
4/10 Poor
renee m.
Jan 2, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not impressed
The location of the property was perfect. Close to attractions and easy to access.
The resort was very trashy and unkept. We were not told that our cabin was a duplex. Traveling with dogs, I would’ve never booked this property knowing that. I was concerned because you could hear the neighbors through the walls.
The cabin was not clean. I would consider it surface cleaned. The rugs had dog hair (not from our dogs) and the bathrooms were mildewed. Bleach would go a long way. It’s just run down. The layout was terrible but could’ve overlooked that if it was a clean property.
renee m.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard W.
Dec 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family!
A cozy three level attached cabin was perfect for our family. The location is perfect for all of the Pigeon Forge attractions. Pet friendly for our four legged family members made this rental perfect for us.
Richard W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Michelle C.
Nov 21, 2022
The HVAC didnt work at it was 24 degrees at night. Gas fireplace in main floor didnt work.
It needs some TLC. The location was great just NO HVAC and no gas logs working made it uncomfortable at night.
Michelle C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Becky M., Elizabethton Tennessee
Jun 4, 2022
Location was great !!!
The property was very convenient to everything and the only complaint we had was that the floors were dirty and the kitchen wasn’t very well equipped- we had to buy a pot and a fry pan. Check in was easy and the staff were very courteous. I notified the manager and hope they will address the problems I mentioned - it would make your stay much better. Our grandkids loved the pool and weight room which is right across the street from this cabin!
Becky M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Sarah A.
May 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good experience
Cozy and comfortable place to stay plus great location! It was a few minutes drive to the Island (a touristy area of attractions, restaurants, and shops) and about 20-25 minutes to the Smokey Mountains. Beds and bathrooms were clean, spacious, and tidy. The bathrooms and kitchen have pretty much all the essentials. The basement has some fun old-fashioned arcade games as well!
Take a close look at the image of the spiral staircase before booking though; it was quite steep so watch your small children and pets! Pushing the side chair up against the stairwell worked though. Sometimes it got loud night because of the hot tub and motorcyclists rolling into the neighborhood. Another minor thing: A list of specific check-out instructions were on the fridge, which we followed. But the email from the property company said pretty much “no need to do anything. Just leave everything as is”. Consistency would have been appreciated.
Sarah A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cody V.
Mar 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
Fun
Cody V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
4/10 Poor
Maria S.
Jan 13, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
In the future, I’d question if the reviews are accurate.
They fell below the standard and they would compensate us, ONLY if we were fine with leaving them a 5-star review.
This is unsettling because it leaves room to question whether people were “bought” into leaving a 5-star review. Which, like others, we rely on reviews as the impetus for deciding whether to stay at a certain place or not.
We arrived at our rental cabin slightly after the 4PM check-in and it was literally trashed from the previous guests. They relayed that it would take about an hour and a half, but we ended up having to wait for 3 hours. With the significant increase in price due to it being the holidays, we had much higher expectations. We were informed part of the longer wait time was because the previous guests had urinated on the bed (no, they did not replace the mattress). Our entire evening was pretty much wasted because by the time we settled in and after they resolved the hot tub from flooding, it was pretty late for us.
We were placed in a difficult position because we had no other place to stay and we were all from out of town. It was also our first time our family was able to reunite in years because more than half of us have been away at overseas military assignments.
We were in constant contact with management and they agreed to give us a small refund with a little more in credit for a future stay, which equated to a fraction of a night’s stay. We asked for the offered compensation amount to just be in the form of a refund (no future-stay credit because we’re not from here). They met in the middle, but they would only do it AFTER we left a 5 star review, which was a little insulting.
Us receiving compensation because they failed to meet the standard should not be contingent on us providing them a 5 star rating. We were looking for compensation out of principle alone.
Giving them the benefit of the doubt, it may not have been their intent, but It felt too much like a bribe and we did not feel comfortable setting aside our morals, especially if our experience could prevent someone else from going through the same situation.
We’ve decided we aren’t comfortable discussing the issue any longer with them. None of this was a surprise to them, we were timely and open about our issues, just simply not really willing to sacrifice our integrity. How they respond to this review will show their character.
Maria S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
Nov 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
Everything went very smoothly and was enjoyable
Michael D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
8/10 Good
Lisa J.
Nov 24, 2021
Bed broken and not clean
Great location but bed was broken upon check in and bathroom smelled like pee and clothes left behind so do not think it was thoroughly cleaned or a walk through occurred prior to check in. Otherwise nice cabin.
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rick & Cathy L.
Oct 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Property is as it states online, it’s clean and everything needed is there. The dining area has surrounding windows so you can watch the beautiful sunsets setting behind the mountain. A chair (bottom level) needs to be replaced (looks like a dog chewed the arm) and the mattress in the bottom level needs to be replaced. I mentioned this to the property manager and they were going to send someone out to check on this when we left. They were wonderful to work with, overall it was a wonderful place to stay!
Rick & Cathy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cathy J.
Aug 23, 2021
Bear Claw Review
Nice property, great location close to attractions.
Accommodated our family well, the 3 levels made it nice for everyone to be together but also have some privacy. Also, liked that each level had a deck.
Wish property was cleaned a little better and had more cooking utensils.
Cathy J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Valerie T.
Apr 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Hot tub troubles
We had an issue with the hot tub in the cabin that was a lot of trouble to resolve. It did not heat up at all & we discovered the filter & intake cover was dirty & hairy. We were accused of using it by the cleaners (not the property manager) which really upset us! We agreed on a compensation amount with the property manager, but he later changed it because it was fixed mid-week. It was not fun to deal with & took time away from our stay.
If you want a nice, clean working hot tub, I would stay elsewhere.
Valerie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Miatta A.
Mar 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Great property! Close to everything and spacious!
Miatta A.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Beverly B.
Mar 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
cabin
Nice property, missing some cooking items, like a frying pan
Beverly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sheila S.
Jan 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We had a great experience. The location was ideal it was well maintained.
Sheila S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
Nov 22, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Claw Cabin
This cabin is very comfortable and clean. It was very accommodating. The owner was very helpful and prompt to answer our questions. It is a great location.
Steve T.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Victor H.
Nov 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay we really enjoy the cabin
I highly recommend this place to stay for your vacation if you want a comfortable clean and beautiful views your family will be happy, my family and I really enjoy our time in this cabin and we looking forward to come back !!👍👍
Victor H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Christina B.
Nov 1, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view & nice location close to all attractions
Very friendly and attentive management company. Beautiful view and very close to all attractions. Can wait till next visit!
Christina B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
J.R. S.
Oct 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Week In Pigeon Forge
This property is amazing , in a great location close to everything, we had such a blast in Pigeon Forge , the owner is so good to deal with, very responsive and makes sure you have envy you need, I would recommend this property to anyone,