- Resort-style amenities you won’t find elsewhere: private indoor pools, blacklight mini golf, theaters, game rooms, and sports courts.
- Flexible layouts for any group: from 4 to 26 bedrooms (sleeping up to 100) with space to spread out and entertain.
- Minutes from downtown Gatlinburg via Glades Road, near top attractions and the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (8-mile artisan loop).
- Modern, luxurious new-build cabins with high-end kitchens, spa-style baths, open floor plans, and thoughtful design.
Looking for a Smokies stay that’s as much a destination as it is a home base? Bears Cove at The Glades delivers four big reasons to book: unparalleled amenities, flexible cabin sizes for any group, a prime location minutes from downtown, and modern, resort-style design throughout. Below, you’ll find exactly why these luxury cabins are the perfect pick (and how they put you close to the best of Gatlinburg, from Ripley’s Aquarium and Anakeesta to the famed Arts & Crafts Community on Glades Road).
Reason #1: Unparalleled Amenities (It’s Resort-Style Fun Without the Crowds)
Visitors searching for Gatlinburg cabins consistently prioritize hot tubs, fireplaces, game rooms, and scenic spaces, making Bears Cove’s amenity set a perfect match for what travelers actually want. Private pools, home theaters, outdoor living areas, and spa-caliber bathrooms are precisely the kind of elevated experience guests remember.
Mini summary: If your ideal day includes a morning swim, a friendly mini golf match, and a private movie night, Bears Cove has your whole group covered without ever leaving the cabin.
Reason #2: Diverse Size Options (From Family Trips to 100-Guest Gatherings)
Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a friends’ getaway, a reunion, a wedding week, or a corporate retreat, Bears Cove has the space to fit. Choose from 4 bedroom layouts that sleep up to 12, up to 26 bedroom estates hosting as many as 100 guests, so everyone gets a bed, a bathroom plan that works, and entertainment zones for every age and interest.
Travelers to the Smokies increasingly favor space and privacy, making multi-bedroom cabins with private amenities a top choice for comfort and convenience. Having everything on-site maximizes your fun and minimizes planning time.
Mini summary: One address, zero compromises; keep the group together with roomy common areas, private entertainment, and plenty of sleeping space.
Reason #3: Minutes to Gatlinburg (Glades Road Convenience + Iconic Attractions)
Bears Cove sits on Glades Road, tucked into the trees, yet just minutes from the Parkway and downtown Gatlinburg. You’re close to visitor favorites like Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Anakeesta, Gatlinburg SkyPark, and Ober Mountain for scenic rides, shopping, dining, and family fun.
Less than 2 miles from Bears Cove at The Glades is the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, an 8-mile loop of 80+ artisans with live demos, galleries, and studios, easily explored by car or trolley. It’s the largest independent organization of artisans in the U.S., rooted in a legacy dating back to 1937, when local craftsmen moved their studios to Glades Road to work closer to their craft and welcome visitors into their creative spaces.
Mini summary: Sightsee by day, then slip back to your private retreat in minutes. With downtown, the national park, and the Arts & Crafts loop so close, Bears Cove is a perfect home base.
Reason #4: Modern, Luxurious Cabins (New-Build Design, Elevated Comfort)
Bears Cove is one of Hearthside Cabin Rentals’ newest, most ambitious communities. It’s designed so your cabin feels like a boutique resort: open floor plans for gathering, high-end kitchens for shared meals, spa-style bathrooms, mood lighting, natural-wood accents, plush bedding, and beautifully curated interiors.
Guests love the modern-rustic style of these cabins, with bright, open social spaces; natural materials like wood and stone; and thoughtful, contemporary finishes that feel both elevated and cozy. They lean into smart-home touches for comfort and efficiency, along with expansive outdoor living (covered patios, fire pits, al fresco dining) that pull the mountain scenery into everyday moments.
Mini summary: From designer kitchens to spa-like suites, Bears Cove cabins deliver that “we made it” feeling the moment you walk in.
Nearby Can’t-Miss Highlights (So You Can Plan Faster)
- Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies for family-friendly exhibits and up-close marine encounters
- Anakeesta for mountain-top dining, scenic views, and seasonal events
- Gatlinburg SkyPark for panoramic vistas and the iconic SkyBridge
- Ober Mountain for alpine coasters, seasonal snow sports, and scenic rides
- The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, 8 miles of galleries and studios nearby
FAQs
How far is Bears Cove at The Glades from downtown Gatlinburg?
Bears Cove is along Glades Road near the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, which is about three miles from downtown and accessible by car or trolley.
What amenities do Gatlinburg cabin guests ask for most?
Travelers commonly seek scenic views, outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, game rooms, and private decks; features that align closely with Bears Cove’s premium amenity offerings.
What are the most popular attractions near Bears Cove?
Guest favorites nearby include Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Anakeesta, Gatlinburg SkyPark, and Ober Mountain; many just minutes from your cabin via the Parkway.
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If you want an unforgettable vacation experience with luxury, entertainment, and comfort, Bears Cove at The Glades is the place to stay! Explore Bears Cove at The Glades cabins today and start planning the trip you’ve always dreamed of!
