Our Guestbook
Below you can read comments from our guests.
Wonderful Cabin
We spent the weekend at Black Bear Ridge Cabin. We really enjoyed it! Cabin was very nice and very clean. It was far enough out for peace and privacy yet close enough to be convenient to anywhere you would like to go in area. It is very convenient to Cades Cove, which we love! We will be back! Thanks for sharing your cabin!!
Rita
LaFayette, GA
Stayed May 29, 2015 to June 1, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGSII)
Great time in beautiful condo
My three sisters and I had relaxing, beautiful views in Gulf Shores! Highly recommend for family gatherings. Modern decor with granite and stainless steel appliances. Fun at the lazy river and pool. You are never too old or too young to enjoy the white sand and beach with those you love. Thanks for a great time. Making plans to stay here again.
Olivia Willoughby
Louisville, KY
Stayed May 2, 2015 to May 10, 2015 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Konnor's Kondo)
Wonderful cabin! The location is great, right in the middle of everything. The cabin was everything we thought it would be....as advertised. Loved the living room wall of windows. The bedrooms were even bigger than they looked in the pictures too. Will definitely be back.
Michelle Fast
Porterville MS
Stayed May 18, 2015 to May 24, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Wonderful cabin! The location is great, right in the middle of everything. The cabin was everything we thought it would be....as advertised. Loved the living room wall of windows. The bedrooms were even bigger than they looked in the pictures too. Will definitely be back.
Michelle Fast
Porterville MS
Stayed May 18, 2015 to May 24, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Vacation 2015
We loved our stay at Bear Mountain. Great cabin with nice amenities and privacy. we hope to come back again next year!
Katie Gullion
abingdon va
Stayed May 16, 2015 to May 23, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Wonderful stay at the Bear Cave
My husband and I enjoyed our recent stay at the Bear Cave cabin. Upon our arrival we found the cabin clean and cozy. Loved the cabin décor, bears everywhere. The furniture and the bed was comfortable. The shower was roomy and water pressure great. The covered porch was a nice place to sit and relax. It was nice to come "home" to the cabin after a day in the park instead of a hotel room. Cooked on the grill often (bought some ribeye steaks at the grocery and was our best dinner of the trip.) Loved that it was so close to Cades Cove and the shortcut to Gatlinburg was easy enough. I would highly recommend Black Bear Hollow Cabin rentals and will book with you again next time we visit GSMNP in the future. It was a fantastic vacation!
Tonya Martin-Hanley
Howell Michigan
Stayed May 10, 2015 to May 17, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Cave Cabin)
Arrived late and let ourselves in!
Mark and Debbie quickly responded to my inquiry for availability and with information after I booked online. The cabin was clean and the location was perfect. Although we didn't spend a lot of time in the cabin, we loved it when we were there. Our late check in was not a problem and I really appreciate being able to arrive directly at the cabin and let ourselves in. We hope to stay with them again.
Stacie DiNatale
Blairsville, Georgia
Stayed May 15, 2015 to May 18, 2015 
Mark and Debbie quickly responded to my inquiry for availability and with information after I booked online. The cabin was clean and the location was perfect. Although we didn't spend a lot of time in the cabin, we loved it when we were there. Our late check in was not a problem and I really appreciate being able to arrive directly at the cabin and let ourselves in. We hope to stay with them again.
Stacie DiNatale
Blairsville, Georgia
Stayed May 15, 2015 to May 18, 2015 
best honeymoon experience!
We absolutely loved the cabin. Not only did it have breathtaking views, it was quite pleasant and warm in nature. We recommend this cabin to anyone who wants privacy and easy access to any surrounding towns. We will definitely be visiting again. Thank you so much for sharing your cabin with us
Samantha Byler
ocala, florida
Stayed May 11, 2015 to May 17, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
Mother's Day Extravaganza
My husband rented Paradise View on the beach as my Mother's Day gift and all I can say is WOW! We have five children and two grandchildren and they all came for Mother's Day and he had our dinner brought in from Franco's Italian. We all enjoyed the wonderful view while relaxing on the outside deck. The decor in the condo is upscale but very comfortable. Our grand-daughter enjoyed the slide at the pool and we all enjoyed the easy access to the beach and pools. We live in Gulf Shores and this will most certainly be an ongoing thing each year.
Lisa Bassett
Gulf Shores, Al
Stayed May 9, 2015 to May 17, 2015 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Great
We enjoyed the cabin. It met all of our needs.
Kim Wilson
Tulsa
Stayed May 12, 2015 to May 17, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Wonderful weekend getaway
My family really enjoyed getting away from the normal and spending quality time together - sitting around the fire pit, making smores, exploring the surrounding woods, playing wiffle ball in the front grass, playing pool at night, the hot tub, etc. We only left the cabin for a few additional supplies. My kids were bugging me to buy the cabin! We will return soon...
John Wagner
Knoxville
Stayed May 8, 2015 to May 11, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Bear Lodge)
Comfortable and quiet
My wife and I usually do a getaway in May for our anniversary-31 yrs now. This year we just wanted something quiet in the mountains. We love Gatlinburg and like to stay outside town, so this was perfect. First of all the cabin was very clean. That is always at the top of my list. The king bed was very comfortable, the rocking chairs on the porch were nice for reading and the TV was great. The kitchen was suitable and we brought all our groceries. Check in was no hassle. All you need is your entry code and you are there. No complaints. Hope to come back.
Joel Baker
Marble ton Ga
Stayed May 7, 2015 to May 11, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Cave Cabin)
Perfect Vacation
This is not the “normal” beach condo; interior designer did a great job! We were lucky enough to have perfect weather which allowed us to utilize all three of the amazing pools. The views were wonderful. From every window you saw beautiful beaches. Dolphins and cow rays and sand dollars OH MY! Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Alison Feix
Fort Smith, AR
Stayed May 2, 2015 to May 10, 2015 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Amazing
My first trip to Tennessee and it was amazing. The cabin was absolutely beautiful, I really had a wonderful time. I will definitely be returning next year.
Kristen Kimbrough
Chicago
Stayed May 5, 2015 to May 9, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
bears den
Best cabin we stayed in,it was awsome ,my wife and i stayed there in march,2015,then our son and his wife stayed there in may,2015,it gets 5 stars from us,thanks mark.
James Earle
morrison,tn
Stayed May 2, 2015 to May 7, 2015 
Ahhhh!
It was wonderful! We were there from Saturday to Saturday and wished we could have stayed longer. The condo was so tastefully decorated and we were within easy access to everything. We would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Joni Turner
Springfield, Missouri
Stayed April 25, 2015 to May 3, 2015 
Fabulous!
We rented this wonderful cabin as a band while we were performing in Pigeon Forge and it was perfect in every respect. We were all impressed with the quality of the property; it was spacious with great facilities and a breathtaking vista. We would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend this cabin - you will not be disappointed!
Darryl Keys
Englewood, FL
Stayed April 22, 2015 to April 27, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Over The Rainbow Cabin)
Black Bear Creek
My husband and I rented the Black Bear Creek cabin for our anniversary. We fell in love with the cabin and the little town of Townsend. The cabin was just as it appeared in the pictures on the website. The cabin was very clean and decorated so delitefully. I loved all of the bear decor and rustic looking furniture. We really enjoyed the hot tub and the remoteness of the cabins. We will definately be returning as soon as we can. Thanks so much for an enjoyable stay!
Danielle Peacock
Waynesboro, TN
Stayed April 13, 2015 to April 16, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Wonderful Condo
The condo was beautiful! It was beautifully decorated and was a wonderful place to stay for a beach vacation!
Jeanne Goodman
Newtown, CT
Stayed April 11, 2015 to April 19, 2015 
Relaxing
We recently enjoyed another relaxing, long weekend at Black Bear Hollow. As always we found the cabin clean and well-maintained. Recent paving of the lane up the hollow made access even easier. This is a great location, quiet and peaceful yet an easy drive to shops and the park. Already checking the calendar for another visit.
Chris Birch
Brookville, OH
Stayed April 19, 2015 to April 23, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGSII)
Great Cabin
This cabin was amazing! I got married in Pigeon Forge, TN on April 18th, the venue was 20 mins away, so that was a really great thing! The owners were super nice and attentive, although we didn't need them too much b/c we got everything we wanted in the cabin. The pictures do not do it justice! I see myself coming back with my friends/family again! Thank you for a great stay!
Marianne Onofrey (Cunningham)
Cookeville, TN
Stayed April 16, 2015 to April 20, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Over The Rainbow Cabin)
Best Cabins in the Smokies
These are some of the best cabins at the best prices we have found. Secluded and they have everything you need except the food. The owners are very nice people too. The only cabins we stay at when we are in the Smokies.
Brenda McCoy
Franklin, KY
Stayed January 19, 2015 to January 22, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Bears Den Cabin
We all had a great time in your cabin everything seemed to be perfect for our liking, definetly worth the visit and I can see a booking again oin the future, thank you for the perfect vacantlon destination, we all had a great time
Michael Gardner
Stayed April 12, 2015 to April 17, 2015 
Very pleasant cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at black bear cabins. The cabin we had was clean and very pleasantly decorated. We liked the layout and the amenities. The keyless system made it very convenient for arriving and coming and going without a problem. I regret that we did not get a chance to meet the owners or anyone else at the property. We had come to hike and that's what we did. ..a lot! The hot tub was very welcome at the end of the day. The location was perfect. Secluded, yet close to town and great hiking trails. I would definitely use this facility again. Thank you for a great experience.
Tammie Grassel
Stayed April 9, 2015 to April 13, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Wonderful cabin
Bear Falls is a lovely cabin with plenty of room for large groups. There is space for everyone to spread out, plus there are large common areas for everyone to spend time together. The game room is a wonderful bonus...great on rainy days! The cabin is clean and well-equipped, and the views are breathtaking. For folks who have back pain/sleeping issues, even the mattresses are great and comfortable, which is a big deal! I would definitely recommend to friends and family, and we will be back. :-)
Deb Bell
Avon, IN
Stayed March 30, 2015 to April 4, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Great Cabin
We stayed at Black Bear Ridge and thoroughly enjoyed the cabin. The location was great, near Cades Cove. The cabin itself was very clean and well kept. I personally loved the appointments in regards to the furniture and décor. Everything we needed was provided so that it felt like home when we were there. We would definitely stay in the same cabin again. Thanks.
Paul Jones
Holland, MI
Stayed April 7, 2015 to April 11, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGSII)
A lil piece of Heaven
Over the past five years we have stayed in several of the cabins. We come up once to twice a year and always stay at Black Bear Hollow. Always nice and clean. Just a lil piece of heaven in the mountains:)
Wilson and MaryAnn seagle
Union, South Carolina
Stayed April 6, 2015 to April 10, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Cave Cabin)
Our stay at the Black Bear Hollow cabin
We enjoyed our stay here very much!! Thank you so much! We hope to be back there again!
Lissa DiDonato
Livonia, Michigan
Stayed March 27, 2015 to April 5, 2015 
Wonderful Cabin
My wife and I loved the cabin and the views. The cabin was exceptionally clean and very comfortable.
Mark Lechner
Dublin, OH
Stayed March 28, 2015 to April 2, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
Bear Lodge
This was our 6th stay in Black Bear Hollow Cabins. We find everything we need in Black Bear Hollow cabins, very nice accomadations, well equiped,the amount of space we need and close but not too close to things we want to do in the Townsend area. The best way to sum up our experience is nothing is a hassle. Will we come again, yes.
Stuart Roberts
Mountain Brook, Alabama
Stayed April 2, 2015 to April 5, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Bear Lodge)
Awesome!!!
Wow! What a beautiful cabin! My family and I enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning, hopefully soon! The cabin was clean, comfortable, and we enjoyed being able to relax and spend time together. It was definitely what my family needed and we have so many memories to cherish. Thank you!!!
Abby Judge
Union, Kentucky
Stayed March 27, 2015 to March 31, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Beary Happy Stay
We love the Townsend area so much. We were so lucky to find Black Bear Hollow Cabins, the cabins are very nice and clean but most of all the owners are the most caring and kindest people you will ever find, they make you feel like your family. Take our advice try them you will never be disappointed they are perfect!
Sherry Slaybaugh
Stayed March 14, 2015 to March 19, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Great Location
Cabin is in a great location with quick access to the Park. Felt very safe and private.
Andrea
Stayed March 23, 2015 to March 29, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
***** Five Stars!
What an amazing place! We really enjoyed our stay. The views alone made the trip worth it. The condo was very clean and well stocked. There was plenty of room for our large group. It was perfect for our multi-generational family. We would highly recommend it, and hope to be back again soon!
Beth Schmal
Phoenix
Stayed March 21, 2015 to March 29, 2015 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Perfect vacation
Beat falls was AMAZING!!!! The cabin was clean and very nicely accommodated. Although we only had our family of 4 staying, we could have easily had another 2 families stay!! Gatlinburg and pigeon forge are only a short drive away allowing you to enjoy the peaceful serenity of the smokies without all the city lights and buzz.
Keeley Evers
El Dorado
Stayed March 22, 2015 to March 28, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Wow!
This was the most amazing condo and we are looking to return here every year. Never have a stayed in a nicer place. The owners left no detail overlooked. Our new favorite place at the beach.
Nicole Ragan
Madison, AL
Stayed October 4, 2014 to October 12, 2014 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Konnor's Kondo)
Awesome!
We have always stayed at beach homes around Destin for the past 21 years. We decided to try a condo at Orange Beach this year. All I can say is that I am now hooked into having all the amenities that were available to us at Phoenix West II. Everything was super clean when we arrived and the supporting facilities were awesome. This will definitely be kept on our list of places that we like to visit. This was our 22 year Anniversary and we spent it in a condo with 9 16, 17 and 18 year olds. They had a blast also.
Jennifer Ferrell
Jackson, Tn
Stayed March 14, 2015 to March 22, 2015 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Beautiful Black Bear Falls!
Our family of five and two friends stayed five nights at Black Bear Falls and had a wonderful time. The cabin is very spacious and clean! It has three levels, so our kids were spread out and had space for themselves. The owners always responded to my questions in a very timely manner. The part I liked best was the ease of arrival and departure. We were given a code to the door, so we didn't have to stop anywhere to pick up or drop off keys which takes time away from vacationing. We were there in March so we had a few cold nights, but the fireplace kept us cozy and warm. The kids took walks, built fairy houses down by the waterfall, played volleyball at the picnic area and used the hot tub every day. We were centrally located, so we were able to spend time in Townsend (check out the swinging bridge behind Lilly's Cafe!) and go to some attractions in Pigeon Forge. We went horseback riding, explored Tuckaleechee Caverns, shopped at the outlets, rode the alpine coaster, went to a great magic show at Wonderworks, and even flew in a helicopter! It was always so nice to come back to relax in the inviting cabin. Would definitely recommend Black Bear Falls and renting from the Tisch family.
Kristen Kupfner
Knoxville, TN
Stayed March 16, 2015 to March 22, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Falls Cabin)
Great Cabin & Fantastic Location
My wife and I stayed at Bear Creek as a surprise for her 61st Birthday. The cabin was fantastic and what a great location, close to everything but far enough away for peace and quite. We saw Turkeys and a coyote from the cabin. In Cades Cove we saw lots of Deer and the hike to Abrahams Falls was great. Really enjoyed the Hot Tub and just relaxing on the front porch. Hope to return with our Boy's and there families in the future.
Thomas & Denise Smith
Davenport IA.
Stayed March 14, 2015 to March 16, 2015 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Black Bear Creek Cabin)