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Bear Watch - Mountain Laurel Chalets
Gatlinburg, TN
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Vacation Rental Description
Located high in the mountains, you will have a birds eye view of the Great Smokies. This is a honeymooner's haven with all the plush amenities you expect - hot tub, whirlpool, not one, but two fireplaces - WOW!
OWNER INCENTIVE - Enjoy new low rate of $ 110 per night for two adults. Available on new reservations booked after 9-15-09
Rate for 2 adults $ 130 per night.
Top Level - Master suite with King bed and electric fireplace, large whirlpool, private bath and small balconey
Bottom Level - Living Room with gas fireplace and pool table, Kitchen, Dining Room, Deck with hot tub
Three televisions (living room, kitchen, master bedroom)
Two DVD/VCR Players
Stereo (living room)
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Minimum Stay: 2
Details:
Property Type: House
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 2 - 2 bath(s)
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Features for this Property
| CD Player |
Charcoal Grill |
DVD Player |
| EXCELLENT View |
Gas Fireplace |
Hot Tub |
| Jacuzzi/Whirlpool |
Pool Table |
Washer/Dryer |
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Guest Reviews of Bear Watch
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SMOKEY Mountian Honeymoon |
Reviewed by: Hardy's from Brandenburg, Kentucky
Reviewed on: 10/21/2009 for their stay in 10/2009
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If you are looking for a secluded and cozy home...this is the one for you. The Bear Watch was very clean and fully supplied with everything you would want. The fireplaces was such a nice touch especially because it was very cold and rainy all weekend. I wouldn't want to change a thing about the Bear Watch!
We spent our honeymoon here and plan to come back in the future.
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Privacy & TWO fireplaces! |
Reviewed by: paige87 from Murfreesboro, TN
Reviewed on: 09/20/2009 for their stay in 12/2008
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Bear Watch is perfect for a couple looking for a private getaway in the mountains... This chalet has everything you need-- just bring your groceries and you won't need to leave for anything! We really enjoyed having a fireplace in the den and bedroom. The view is limited to mostly trees and open sky, but in winter, you will get a glimpse of the ski lodge & skiers. The roads to the chalet, as well as the driveway, are very steep but it did not bother us. We always enjoy staying UP HIGH!
We use "Mountain Laurel Chalets" 1-2 times per year because of their superb service. We will definitely stay at Bear Watch again! |
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A very beautiful experience. Perfect couples spot |
Reviewed by: Mr. Evanston from Cincinnati, Ohio
Reviewed on: 08/27/2009 for their stay in 11/2008
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| It's a perfect couples getaway. Away from everybody and that's the plus and the negative. It's really tucked away from everything and everybody. Considering it was late fall we had to get back to the chalet early because when it gets dark, it (the cabin) is hard to find. Besides that it was fantastic! |
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Nice Place - Hard to Get To |
Reviewed by: dlf from oneonta, al
Reviewed on: 08/25/2009 for their stay in 11/2008
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| The place was very nice. It is very steep driveway and the roads are steep and curvy to get to it. There was also a problem with something in our bed. They came and changed it out but I do not know how it got there. It looked like rat poison. |
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watch out for the BEARS |
Reviewed by: gardnerdarts from Bear Watch
Reviewed on: 08/21/2009 for their stay in 08/2009
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Mountain Laural always gives the best servive
I've been staying with this Company for years,and would not trust any other out sourcing company.
We normaly stay at a certain cabin but since this was a last minute decicion it was not aval. We saw Bear Watch on the internet and to our satifaction,
its was just as we saw on the internet. Very clean,
nice decor,everything in working order. tne inside was very simular to the other cabin we stay in.
the location was a little nicer than the other beings it was just above Gatlinburg.
we were there for 4 days and saw bears 2 day that we were there. first time lighting grill bear came up to see what i was doing. never feared him but i don't think he like me for he could'nt snoop around like he wanted. 2nd time there were 2 a little more agressive than the first. all in all great place |
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our wedding/honeymoon |
Reviewed by: swtbabigrl81 from Cullman Alabma
Reviewed on: 07/29/2009 for their stay in 07/2009
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| We came up for our wedding. the chalet was beautiful. the view was amazing & it was superclean..everything about it was great & we will definately be back! |
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VERY GOOD |
Reviewed by: D007COLUMBIA from COLUMBIA TN
Reviewed on: 07/24/2009 for their stay in 07/2009
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| EVERYTHING WAS FIND,EXCEPT FOR THE DRIVEWAY AND THE POOL TABLE WAS TOO CLOSE TO THE WALLS. |
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Paradise |
Reviewed by: JR'S Place from Kingsland, Arkansas
Reviewed on: 07/09/2009 for their stay in 06/2009
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My wife and I had a great time. The facilities were great. We loved the view from the top of the mountain. The Mountain Laurel Chalets representives were also great. They helped us to check in early. All the amenities were great. The hot tub temperature was a little hot. We enjoyed our visit so much, we are already planning another trip.
In fact we are talking about relocateing to Gatlinburg. We are also looking to buy a chalet.
I have been a school teacher and presently I am an adminsitrator in a local school district.
If you could send some information about chalets for sale or the schools in the Gatlinburg.
Thanks,
Hope to see you soon!
Donald Sims |
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Perfect in every way! |
Reviewed by: Jennifer Elder from Tuscola, IL
Reviewed on: 06/24/2009 for their stay in 06/2009
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My husband and I stayed here on our honeymoon. I was very excited to see the cabin, but when we got there is was way more than expected!! It was perfectly clean and well stocked with everything we needed for the week. It was great to be able to cook breakfast in the mornings and do our laundry before leaving(great $$ saver if you are on a budget).It had an excellent view of the mountains and of Gatlinburg. We really enjoyed the hot tub, though it had a leak and we had to refill it each night we were there. It stormed there twice while we were there and the windows by the dining table leaked pretty bad. Luckly nothing was damaged.
The driveway was very steap, but we quickly got used to it. Just gun it up the driveway and you will be fine.
I recomend going to the Aquarium and going up the Needle. You get a wonderful view of everything!
Clingmans Dome, which is a look out in the Smoky Mountains, is breath taking! It is a tough walk up, but well worth it. You can get some awsome pictures from there. We loved walking through the town too. You wont get bored, there is always something to do.
As we were about to leave the cabin on our way home we got to see a bear at the end of the driveway!! It was incredible to see a bear roaming in the wild.
We really loved this cabin and plan on staying with Mountain Laurel Chatlets, but this time with our children.
I highly recomend Bear Watch! You will have a wonderful stay here. I wish I was still there =) |
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Reviewed by: review from Florida
Reviewed on: 05/02/2009 for their stay in 04/2009
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Nice place but way too high up.
Place was clean except for the dishes, pots and pans. Grease or baked in food on several of the above. Hot tub has a leak and had to be refilled after the first day. Everything else was very comfortable. |
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Good View |
Reviewed by: Dave from Ohio
Reviewed on: 03/25/2009 for their stay in 03/2009
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| Everything in the cabin was very nice. The fireplaces were great, the pool table was in good shape, and the hot tub/jacuzzi worked well. The view allows you to see Pigeon Forge and some of Gatlinburg. The only negative that I really had was that it is Waaay up in the mountains, about 3.5-4 miles up from the strip. It takes a good 25-30 minutes to get up to your cabin and then back down the hill. This was our first rental so I have no comparison to give regarding any of the other cabins. |
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great place |
Reviewed by: boyd from lenoir north carolina
Reviewed on: 03/04/2009 for their stay in 02/2009
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| Great place to stay very clean.Was above my expectations.Very frirndly people at check-in and out.the only bad thing was the drive way a little to steep but if you drive slow no problem.Had a wonderful stay and will be back to do it again |
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Just what we needed |
Reviewed by: No problems from Edgewood Kentucky
Reviewed on: 01/12/2009 for their stay in 01/2009
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| Everything was perfect. The bathtub upstairs is very nice and the hottub on the deck was also. The driveway was very steep but we didnt have any problems. The view was good but I would have been nicer to be looking at the mountains. Overall we will probably visit again and we love renting through Mountain Laurel Chalets |
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Romantic getaway |
Reviewed by: Jennneun from Smyrna, TN
Reviewed on: 10/28/2008 for their stay in 11/2006
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| Bear Watch was the perfect getaway my husband and I needed. We had a wonderful veiw and it was peaceful and quiet. Great for a honeymoon!! |
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Speechless |
Reviewed by: Rachael & Garry Arnold from Memphis, Tn
Reviewed on: 10/27/2008 for their stay in 06/2006
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| This was our Honeymoon and a honeymoon it was. The cabin made me feel like i was at home. Everything you could have wanted in a home was at your finger tips. If you didn't want to leave you didn't have to leave. The food and entertainment was great. Some places even delivered in the mountains. People listen if you want a vacation, or weekend this is the spot to be. |
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Great get away |
Reviewed by: Kerry Gleason from Smyrna Tennessee
Reviewed on: 10/24/2008 for their stay in 11/2007
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| We spent the weekend at Ber Watch. As always, staying in the mountains in the fall it is very relaxing and fun. Everything is always clean and the staff is always courteous. Thanks for giving people an oppertunity to experience such fun. |
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Almost Snowed In! |
Reviewed by: still in Love from West Columbia, SC
Reviewed on: 10/21/2008 for their stay in 02/2007
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This was the perfect home for a weekend getaway! My husband and I enjoyed a snowy time with beautiful views and seclusion at the same time. We would definitely stay here again.
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Perfect Home away from Home |
Reviewed by: David and Lecia from Roanoke, VA
Reviewed on: 10/21/2008 for their stay in 12/2006
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Ever since our first visit to this chalet in 2003, we've looked forward to coming back....which we've already done 4 times and are set to do again this year! This home has been so clean and inviting every time. In 2006, we got snowed in and it couldn't have been in a better place. The pool table, fireplaces, and hot tubs are excellent perks and the view from the top deck is wonderful.
You might want to make sure you have a 4WD vehicle for the way up, though...unless you're feeling adventurous! Motorcycles work well, too, in non-winter months (more road on either side of you on the way up the mountain).
My motto is: Take food up the first time and stay in the chalet until it's time to leave. REST and enjoy a pampered stay.
We love this chalet and look forward to renting it in years to come! |
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My Perfect Getaway! |
Reviewed by: Valerie from Montgomery, AL
Reviewed on: 10/13/2008 for their stay in 09/2008
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| "Bear Watch" is WONDERFUL!!! I fell in love with nature all over again by just simply stepping onto the balcony! This chalet has breathtaking views and a cozy charm that is so inviting. It's beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything you'll need. I'm sure there are other nice chalets in Gatlinburg, but "Bear Watch" is the one for me!!!!! |
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Great Honeymoon |
Reviewed by: Tommy Browder from Selmer, TN
Reviewed on: 10/08/2008 for their stay in 12/2006
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| My wife and really enjoyed our honeymoon getaway at Bear Watch. It was everything we hoped for and more. Thanks for helping us have the perfect honeymoon. |
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Great getaway! |
Reviewed by: celestial909 from Dahlonega, GA
Reviewed on: 10/08/2008 for their stay in 12/2006
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| This was a very nice chalet. It was very secluded if you are looking for a nice quiet getaway. Very clean and we loved the gas logs in the master. Drive-up and drive way would be difficult with snow. |
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High above your Cares |
Reviewed by: Joan J from Abingdon Virginia
Reviewed on: 10/05/2008 for their stay in 04/2007
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Getting there was scary - it was pitch dark when we arrived in town and we were high high high on the mountain - and the driveway itself is very steep but once you got over the nervewracking drive - it was lovely. Everything was in like new condition and we had a fantastic time. The only thing that I wish was different was that we were able to use the fireplaces. I did not understand that the gas fireplaces were turned off (in all the chalets) at certain times of the year. But we had a hot tub outside and a large hot tub inside and everything was super nice. We never saw any bears though! We stayed in another one of the chalets priced about the same the following year, and while it was nice it did not compare to Bear Watch.
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Great Home |
Reviewed by: Ms. A from Maryville, Tennessee
Reviewed on: 10/02/2008 for their stay in 03/2008
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This is a great home to rent!! It is very private and quite. I loved
the view from the house. Did not like the driveway. |
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beautiful chalet, great view |
Reviewed by: glassman from Ky.villa hills.
Reviewed on: 10/01/2008 for their stay in 08/2007
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| Chalet was in a beautiful setting with a great view. The amenities were quite sufficient, as we have come to expect from the chalets in the smokies. We have stayed at many chalets offered by Mountain Laurel chalets, and have always been pleased with the properties. We will definitely stay here again. |
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Great house -horrible company |
Reviewed by: Lindsay McKean from Cincinnati, OH
Reviewed on: 10/01/2008 for their stay in 12/2007
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| The house was beautiful and perfect for our honeymoon...we were so excited when we pulled up...the privacy was fantastic. However, when we went to get in our hot tub, there was rat droppings...not exactly romantic!!! Then after our wedding we went up to the bedroom and just laid down in rat poison in our sheets.....and the company had nothing to say about it, and said that they could put us in another cabin, but would still be charged for both. So--we had to wash our bed sheets before we could sleep in them....yes I did LAUNDRY....ON MY WEDDING NIGHT....NOT WHAT I HAD IN MIND!!!! So, I this house is still with Mt.Laurel Chalets, I do not recommend it. |
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Manager Response: November 13, 2008 |
We are concerned about the problems that you experienced with our chalet “BearWatch”. Please allow us to apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you during your stay. We have notified our exterminator and the owner of the chalet about the mice. In fact, we closed the house down after you reported the problem to our front desk manager the day you checked out and thoroughly cleaned and inspected the bedroom looking for entry points and evidence of mice. We feel confident that the problem was solved.
We accommodate many guests each evening and we strive to make each stay a pleasant one. Please be assured that we go to great lengths to train our staff so that they can provide you with excellent service and make you as comfortable as possible. We feel our business is defined by the quality of service that they provide each and every customer. Because your initial report was in the evening and the housekeeping and maintenance staff had gone home for the day, the only recourse available to our front desk clerks was to move you to a different chalet, which you declined. When it is necessary to move a guest from one unit to another, the rate remains the same, unless the chalet you move to is less expensive, then we would charge less. We would never charge you for both because you were not using both, plus one night during your stay was free.
We hope you will consider visiting us again.
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Honeymoon Delight And More!! |
Reviewed by: Wal6006 from Vinemont, AL.
Reviewed on: 09/30/2008 for their stay in 04/2008
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We stayed there for our Honeymoon in 12/2005 again in 10/2006 and again in 4/2008. Guess you can tell we love it there!! We love the covered Hot Tub. It was snowing while we were in the Hot Tub. That was really neat!!
Love the 2 GAS Fireplaces, especially the one in the Bedroom.
We plan on making this our yearly Honeymoon Get A Way.
Highly recommend.
The only thing we noticed this time was that it wasn't decorated as much as it has been in the past. |
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25th anniversary getaway |
Reviewed by: albert & angela from Kingston Georgia
Reviewed on: 09/30/2008 for their stay in 06/2008
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| Very pretty home. Has a awesome view. Driveway is steep, glad we had a 4 wheel drive Nissan Truck.I wish it would have had snow on the trees. |
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