Rating 4.7 (27)

Black Bear Shack & Sauna

$175 - $350 / night + taxes & fees

3 bedrooms
Queen: 2
Twin,Twin Trundle: 1
Bathroom 2 baths
Guests 6 guests

  • Town: Beech Mountain

Location Location

Amenities 18 Amenities
  • Central/Mini-Split Air Conditioning
  • Close to Alpine Wilderness Coaster
  • Close to Beech Resort
  • Drip coffee maker
  • Fenced Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Game Table
  • Gas Grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet
  • Keurig Coffee Machine
  • Large Dogs OK
  • Mountain View
  • Pet Friendly
  • Sauna
  • Washer / Dryer
  • WiFi
  • Window Unit Air Conditioning

Description Description
Welcome to Black Bear Shack & Sauna!

Nestled on a quiet street in Beech Mountain, you'll find this updated A-frame ready for a relaxing break. The living room features modern, clean lines with leather seating, bright windows, large screen TV ready for ESPN and sports viewing, and gas log firepit. A desk off the living room provides a great space for work or school if you need to bring some along. The kitchen is bright and airy, with stainless appliances, a Keurig and standard coffee pot, and a table for four. The deck can be accessed from the kitchen. For sleeping, the main level has a queen bedroom with TV, deck access, and a window AC unit. Nearby is a small bedroom with a TeePee twin bed and a twin trundle with the washer and dryer.  The home has 2 full bathrooms.  One upstairs with a shower and one on the main level with a tub/shower.  

Off the back deck is a flat yard with a fenced in dog-run for smaller dogs, a barrel sauna, and a new hot tub for guest to enjoy. Soak off your aches from an adventure of hiking or skiing!

**Please note the previous hot tub/cold plunge was destroyed by Hurricane Helene. A new, traditional hot tub is now installed and available for guest use. The sauna survived the storm!**
 

Looking to stay longer during a quieter time of year? Stays of 5 or 6 nights outside of summer, fall, and holiday dates automatically receive 10% off posted rates!


IMPORTANT NOTES:
- CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
- The living room has a newly installed minisplit, and additional window units are provided for the bedrooms during June, July, & August.
- This home allows up to 2 dogs for an additional rent of $25 per night per dog plus taxes.
- Due to the elevation, Beech Mountain requires all guests during the winter months (Nov-April) come equipped with good tires, 4WD or AWD vehicles, and possibly snow chains.
- Please note that the owners of this home use security cameras to monitor the exterior of their home to ensure it remains safe when unoccupied. No cameras are aimed at the bedrooms, doors, or windows.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided

 

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Bedding Bedding
Room Beds Baths TVs Comments
Queen on Main Queen Tub / Shower Combo, Shared Bath, Full Bath - In hallway Smart TV, Access to Deck Main Level
Queen on Upper Queen Shared Bath Smart TV Upper Level
Twins on Main Twin, Twin Trundle Shared Bath Laundry Center Main Level

Reviews Rating 4.7 (27) Reviews
Rating 5
5 Stars
My husband and I recently got married after having our mountain wedding suddenly changed to a Raleigh wedding following the devastation of Helene. This was our first trip back to western NC and we could not have found a better place to stay in Beech Mountain with our dogs. Weather graced us with a solid snowfall and being in the house with a sauna was delightful! The area is lovely, accessible to restaurants and hiking trails. We were incredibly impressed with the cleanliness of the house as well as the hosts communication. HIGHLY recommend staying here should you find yourself in the area!
Betsy - Posted: 11/24/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Super adorable home! Was everything you would want am more.
Kelly - Posted: 9/30/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Beautiful cabin with the perfect mix of cost and modern. Unfortunately we had to cut our stay short but will consider again and recommend it to anyone. Beautiful place on a nice quiet road.
Peter - Posted: 9/23/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
We had a perfect time here! Really enjoyed our trip. My family loved the hot tub, cold plunge and sauna. We also loved the fire pit. The space was pleasant and cozy. It worked well for our group of 5 adults. The kitchen was nice and functional. We had fun visiting Banner Elk and exploring a nearby hiking trail.
Wynne - Posted: 8/25/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
This was the perfect place for our family. We enjoyed Beech Mtn and several of the surrounding towns. We thoroughly enjoyed having the added amenities. The game board was perfect for the kids and the sauna and hot tub were a great way to end the day!
John - Posted: 8/4/2024
Rating 5
Nice Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and inviting. We would highly recommend to anyone looking at booking a vacation here.
Lynda - Posted: 6/4/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Quiet with tons of deer walking through the yard. So clean and cute, loved the extra touches and the incredible hot tub, cold plunge and sauna. Loved this place !
Nathalie - Posted: 5/13/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Had an excellent stay. 10/10 would recommend to everyone
Matt - Posted: 3/19/2024
Rating 0
5 Stars
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A few comments: It is incredibly clean and well stocked. We are a family of six, with four children under the age of 11, and it was the perfect set up for our family. It was a great location and incredibly peaceful. Our children loved playing in the backyard and we loved the sauna. We will definitely be back!
Mandi - Posted: 3/11/2024
Rating 5
We loved the cabin
We loved the cabin! Clean, cozy, well equipped and a great location. The size was perfect for us, a family of four.
Silvia - Posted: 3/7/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Super cute A frame cabin filled w amenities and in a great location. Boys enjoyed the electronic game board. Adults enjoyed the sauna. Snowed and was a beautiful view. Many deer roamed into yard.
Brett - Posted: 2/27/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Had a great weekend at this airbnb! Everything was clean and very well stocked. It was the perfect trip!
Alex - Posted: 2/19/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
One of our favorite airbnbs we've ever stayed in. They go above and beyond
Lagen - Posted: 2/12/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
We loved it! And will be back
Abby - Posted: 1/15/2024
Rating 4
Black Bear Shack and Sauna
The place was great and we really enjoyed our stay
Daniel - Posted: 12/19/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Cozy spot with nature and deer surrounding. sauna was serene will watching the snow fall
Jon - Posted: 12/19/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
The house is amazing. Everything was spotless and the place was decorated beautifully. Everything was very clean and a perfect weekend getaway that we needed. We even loved the Christmas tree that was inside the house. We will be back!
Paige - Posted: 11/20/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Beautiful, nicely decorated A frame cottage. Well equipped kitchen, cozy living room and an amazing sauna. Very relaxing environment . Thank you for the welcoming gifts! Highly recommend.
Tatiana - Posted: 11/14/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
A perfect, quaint place for a small group. Clean and organized. We felt very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Krupa - Posted: 11/6/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
This place is absolutely magical! The house is fully stocked with everything you could need, comfy beds, tons of tv/streaming options, digital gameboard was a cute touch, fire pit, sauna, morning visits by deer made it the perfect fall getaway for our family. We had a beautiful time and loved the peaceful and scenic surroundings! If you've never been to Beech Mtn, it's definitely a must visit! There's enough to do on the mountain to keep you busy (restaurants, hiking, sightseeing, Fred's is a must visit) and all nearby attractions are within a ~30-45 min drive. Just keep in mind you're on the highest town east of the Rocky Mountains so getting up and down the mountain can take about 15 min and be prepared for a lot of switchbacks on the way up and down. Thank you Blue Ridge for the fantastic communication and for the outstanding hospitality throughout our trip!
Paula - Posted: 11/2/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
This was the perfect place to stay for a nice weekend in the mountains during the fall season. The house was very homey, clean, with all the right amenities to make us feel right at home. The sauna was very enjoyable with clear instructions on how to use it. The backyard had a family of deer that visited each day we were there! Easy access to Banner Elk and surrounding trails. Definitely worth a visit!
Brittany - Posted: 10/18/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Lovely, cozy cabin! Very much enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching a family of deer stroll through the yard.
Kelly - Posted: 10/9/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
This place was amazing! So cozy and just beautiful. The kitchen had EVERYTHING, which you don't always get with air BnB's, we just loved it here. Closer to the neighbors than we thought we'd be but didn't matter, very peaceful and quiet.
Alexis - Posted: 10/2/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Thank you again, for our stay here it was delightful. We'll most definitely book again when we return in a few weeks.
Shelia - Posted: 9/21/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Such a cute home - you all have done such a great job with it! So clean, all details accounted for, and the sauna was a nice touch. Your neighbors were also super friendly - we felt safe, cozy, and really enjoyed our time there.
Nicole - Posted: 9/4/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
We loved our stay at the Black Bear Shack! The house was darling and even better than the photos. I was so impressed with how well stocked the kitchen was. Anything I could've wanted to cook with was there, from an air fryer to a pie dish to a full spice rack. The decorations and finishing were beautiful. We had a little trouble with the sauna one night but the host was responsive and helped us troubleshoot the issue. Really loved the early check in surprise! We lost count of the deer and wildlife that came into the yard. It was so peaceful. We will definitely be back
Molly - Posted: 8/21/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
Beautiful place for some nice R&R
Marc - Posted: 8/14/2023
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