Search no more for the perfect mountain log cabin, you've found Bear Paw Lodge! Situated in an idyllic wooded setting, this spacious home offers everything your heart desires, including gorgeous views and high-end lodge furnishings. Discover a world away from everything in the Hickory Nut Gorge area south of Asheville. Bear Paw Lodge features all of the desirable log cabin elements such as a stone hearth, wood flooring throughout the home and soaring ceilings framed by exposed log beams. After a day of hiking in Hickory Nut Gorge or other Asheville adventures, relax by the fireplace in the main gathering area and watch a movie, soak in the hot tub, or claim a rocker on the covered porch. An open, fully equipped kitchen makes the preparation of home-cooked meals easy, and there's plenty of seating with both a dining table and a breakfast bar. The expansive wrap-around deck beckons you to spend time enjoying the refreshing mountain weather and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge. Grill out and gather around the dining table on the deck for dinner with a view. Bear Paw Lodge provides the ideal setting for family fun, including a cornhole game set and a grassy yard for activities. Don't forget the S'mores--there's an above-ground fire pit for evening entertainment! Amenities • 3-Story Log Cabin • 3 Bedrooms: 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed • 2 Full Baths • 1 Half Bath • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Satellite TV • Access to Streaming Channels • Gas Fireplace • Covered Wrap-Around Deck • Private Hot Tub • Outdoor Entertaining Area • Gas Grill • Fire Pit • Year-Round Mountain Views • Square ft: 1,862 Bed/Bath Arrangements •Ground Level: Garage Space; • Main Level: Main Suite/Bedroom One - King Bed, attached Full Bath; Half Bath; • Upper Level: Bedroom Two - Open Loft Sleeping Area with Queen Bed; Main Suite/Bedroom Three - King Bed, attached Full Bath; Note: The open loft sleeping area does not have a door for privacy. Guests must walk through the open loft sleeping area to access Bedroom Three. Location Details Get away from it all at Bear Paw Lodge! Located in the scenic Hickory Nut Gorge area, from here you can enjoy some of the best attractions of Western North Carolina, including access to several hiking areas, Chimney Rock State Park (18 min.) and Lake Lure (26 min), a summer recreation wonderland with boating, swimming, and fishing. The nearest conveniences such as groceries and dining are located in Fairview, NC (22 min.). For a day trip or an evening out, visit the Biltmore Estate (41 min.) and explore downtown Asheville, offering celebrated culinary and entertainment scenes. This Asheville vacation rental is located in Gerton and is approximately 37 minutes to downtown Asheville, 2,862ft above sea level. Important Property Notes • High Clearance Required (SUV/Truck/Crossover, No Sedans) The approach to Bear Paw Lodge includes winding roads that require a high-clearance vehicle such as an SUV, a pickup truck, or a crossover. No sedans, please. • 4WD or AWD Required Often the best views in WNC are the hardest to get to. The property you are staying at requires a 4WD or AWD vehicle to access year-round due to the steep driveway. Please ensure that your vehicle is properly equipped and the 4WD/AWD feature is engaged before attempting to access the property. Vehicles that are not equipped with this feature may incur service charges for towing if they get stuck, or for repairs to the driveway necessitated by a 2WD vehicle spinning for traction. Please ensure your vehicle has sufficient clearance as well (i.e. SUV, Truck, or raised sedan). Low-clearance vehicles with 4WD/AWD are not recommended. For the extra effort, however, you are rewarded with seclusion, beauty, and a lot of fun just getting there! • Noise Ordinance and Amenities Bear Paw Lodge is located in a quiet neighborhood and has a very low noise tolerance. The home is under a noise ordinance between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Seasonal Gas Fireplaces are not operational between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Firewood is not provided for guest use. If you plan on using the wood-burning amenities, please purchase wood locally upon arrival. Property Cancellation Policy Please note that this property’s Non-Refundable Period is 31 days prior to arrival. If your reservation is made within this period, it will be non-refundable from the time of booking. Cancellations are permitted outside of this period, per our vacation rental agreement. We encourage you to consider travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against the unknown! Learn more about Travel Insurance here. Mountain Discovery Pass Each reservation staying 29 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)