On Bearcation

Bring the family together at On Bearcation, a spacious 3-bedroom, 4-bath cabin that sleeps up to 18 guests in Black Bear Ridge Resort. Spread across four levels, this cabin gives everyone room to relax while still offering plenty of spaces to gather together. Enjoy a private hot tub, game room, four covered decks and seasonal resort pool access, all just minutes from the attractions, restaurants and entertainment of Pigeon Forge.

LIVING AREA

The main living area features soaring wood ceilings, large windows and plenty of comfortable seating for spending time together. Relax by the fireplace, watch a movie on the TV or step outside onto the covered deck and enjoy the wooded surroundings.

With four levels of living space, On Bearcation works especially well for larger families and groups who appreciate having room to spread out.

KITCHEN & DINING

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals and snacks during your stay. The dining area provides a convenient spot for meals, morning coffee or a game.

BEDROOMS & SLEEPING AREAS

On Bearcation sleeps up to 18 guests with sleeping spaces spread throughout the cabin:

Main level - King bedroom plus sleeper sofa
Upper level - King bedroom plus sleeper sofa
Second level - Bunk room with two queen-over-queen bunks, sleeping up to 8
Lower level - Sleeper sofa in the game room

The cabin also has four full bathrooms - one on each level - making it much easier for a larger group to get ready for the day.

The spacious upper bedroom is more than just a bedroom, with a sitting area, workspace, TV and plenty of room to relax.

GAME ROOM

When you're ready for a little friendly competition, head to the game room for a game of pool or air hockey. It's another great gathering space for kids and adults and gives your group something to enjoy without ever leaving the cabin.

DECKS & HOT TUB

Step outside and enjoy the Smoky Mountain air from the cabin's covered decks. Rocking chairs offer a comfortable place to slow down and relax among the trees, while the private hot tub is ready for a soak after a day exploring Pigeon Forge and the Smokies.

BLACK BEAR RIDGE RESORT

Guests at On Bearcation have access to the seasonal outdoor pool at Black Bear Ridge Resort - a great place to cool off and enjoy some downtime between Smoky Mountain adventures.

CONVENIENT PIGEON FORGE LOCATION

Located approximately 5 miles from the Pigeon Forge Parkway, On Bearcation puts you within an easy drive of Dollywood, dining, shopping and many of the area's most popular attractions.

Black Bear Ridge Resort has paved, standard-width roads with no steep hills to climb, making the cabin easy to reach year-round.

Parking is available for up to 6 vehicles directly in front of the cabin, with additional overflow parking nearby.

Please note that 4 steps are required to enter On Bearcation. The cabin has four levels, with interior stairs required to reach the upper and lower levels.

DOG FRIENDLY

Your four-legged family members are welcome too! On Bearcation is dog friendly with a $95 pet fee for up to 2 dogs. Please be sure to select the number of pets traveling with you when booking so the pet fee is included in your reservation total.

Dogs are limited to 25 lbs each unless otherwise approved in advance.

FREE DAILY ACTIVITIES

As a thank you for being our guest, your stay includes one complimentary admission per day to each of 23 participating Smoky Mountain attractions. Choose from favorites like Dollywood, Splash Country, Dolly Parton's Stampede, Pirates Voyage, Titanic Museum and more!

Complimentary admissions are per reservation, not per person, and you can use your free admission at multiple participating attractions on the same day. The benefit resets each day of your stay. Details and redemption instructions are provided after booking.

LOCAL & FAMILY-RUN

Thomas Rentals is a local, family-run vacation rental company, and we're right here in the Smoky Mountains.

We respect your privacy during your stay, but we’re just a phone call, text or email away if you need anything.

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