Our Guestbook
Below you can read comments from our guests.
Great stay
This was our 3rd year staying at Black Bear Ridge, and will be back. Love the secluded location. We started everyday with a soak in the hot tub listening to the birds waking up. As always, the cabin was beautiful, and very well maintained.
Gail Lynn
McMurray, PA
Stayed April 17, 2016 to April 24, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGSII)
BREATHTAKING
What a wonderful experience from the moment we arrived. Everything was top notch and easy to access. We had a family vacation that will be remembered forever as our son proposed to his soon to be wife. The condo was beautiful as were the sites from the 30th floor. We loved the dolphins, smells of the beach, sounds, sand, sun, the balcony but mostly being together in what felt like our home. We cannot wait to return!!!
Sally Ann Knowles
Knoxville, TN
Stayed April 16, 2016 to April 24, 2016 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Thanks for the Precious Memories with the family!
Thank you for sharing your "little piece of heaven on earth" called the Precious Memories cabin. The views were spectacular and the home had a fabulous layout to give everyone their space. We enjoyed the quiet side of the smokies while hiking, horseback riding (Davy Crockett rocks) and visiting the various sites. We even got to see a mother bear with her bear cubs driving over to Newfound Gap and Clingman's Dome. The weather was fabulous all weekend and we feel so blessed to have all the happy memories from our week at your cabin. We look forward to our next stay.
Didi Davis
Knoxville, TN
Stayed April 17, 2016 to April 21, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
First stay
Thank you so,much for the opportunity to stay at your Bear Creek Cabin!! This is the first time that I have stayed with you all, and you did not disappoint!! Awesome location and very close to some very awesome views!! The cabin was the best!!
rodney halama
West Burlington
Stayed April 14, 2016 to April 19, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Anniversary weekend
My husband and I were celebrating our 17th year married! We had beautiful weather. So we got to take full advantage of the gorgeous views from our cabin. Our cabin was clean and fully loaded with everything we could possibly need. We will return in the near future.
Angel Brooks
Bessemer city
Stayed April 15, 2016 to April 18, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
we loved it
We really enjoyed our stay. We look forward to coming back soon. We recommend this cabin we have stayed in a lot of cabins and this is the best.
Brooke Rogers
Stayed April 10, 2016 to April 15, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT2304)
We really enjoyed our stay. We look forward to coming back soon. We recommend this cabin we have stayed in a lot of cabins and this is the best.
Brooke Rogers
Stayed April 10, 2016 to April 15, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT2304)
Wonderful stay at Bear's Den!
This was a really nice little cabin. We really enjoyed it. The location is great, and the cabin itself was very comfortable. Much more than we expected, actually. The beds were wonderful. Really clean with every thing needed for a stay of a couple nights or more. We will try to book it again next time we are back there.
Nathan Burnett
Grenada, MS
Stayed April 14, 2016 to April 17, 2016 
Wonderful Cabin
We really enjoyed staying in your beautiful cabin. It had everything we needed. The best thing was location! It was close to Cade's Cove and shopping. The yard and fire pit were especially nice. No stressful check in or out. Definitely will be back! Thank you so much!
Rich Hagedorn
Stayed April 9, 2016 to April 14, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Great Place
Got this spot for a fishing trip. We stayed in the Bear Mountain Cabin. Everything was clean. The beds and couches were exceptionally comfortable. There is lots of room outside. Where cabins usually lack in lot size, this place has. There's a fire pit with freshly cut wood available. Definitely recommend.
Dale Sadler
Cottontown, TN
Stayed April 8, 2016 to April 10, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Perfectly secluded, quiet cabin
We absolutely loved our stay at Precious Memories! 4 families of girls stayed for a week and enjoyed the peacefulness, quiet, and stunning views of the cabin. We felt perfectly at home. On our last day, we even got to see why the mountains are referred to as The Smokies. Ware's Valley is the perfect place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of Pigeon Forge and super close to the National Park. We will definitely be returning to this gem!
Christina Isbell
Mt. Juliet, TN
Stayed March 28, 2016 to April 1, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
Fabulous
The cabin was perfect for our large family. With kids ages 2 to 13, we enjoyed the game room, hot tub, cave and waterfall, and serene setting. Whenever we had a question, the owners were quick to respond and were quite helpful. Well worth the trip just for the cabin itself, but it was also very close to the Smokies as well as Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Thanks for the memories!
Lisa Hughes
Terre Haute, IN
Stayed March 23, 2016 to March 31, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
A great stay!
This is a great spot for a quiet stay away from crowds but with easy access to a pretty amazing national park. The cabin was very comfortable and quiet for times when we wanted to stay in to rest or read or cook - but allowed us to be in the park gawking at wildflowers, flyfishing in mountain streams, or looking for bears within 15 minutes or so. The fireplace got a lot of use this year as well on some chilly nights! This was not our first stay at the Black Bear Hollow Cabins, and I hope that there will be many more in the years ahead!
Aaron Sullivan
Stayed March 19, 2016 to March 27, 2016 (Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins, Black Bear Bear Lodge)
Great Cabin. Great Value
Words can't describe how great our vacation was. At the center of that was our cabin. Everything was perfect. The view was truly paradise. We are already planning a return trip. I would recommend this property to anyone who wants to have a great time and enjoy feeling like your on your own mountain. Thanks to Danny Orr and his family for providing us with a great place to stay for our anniversary trip. We can't wait to return.
Kevin Oakley
Detroit
Stayed March 28, 2016 to April 2, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
Wonderful Visit
We stayed in " Black Bear Ridge" from 3-26 thru 4-01-16. We had am awesome time. The cabin was everything we expected: clean, comfortable and private. This is the second time we have rented from "Black Bear Hollow Cabins" and will certainly rent again!
Don Bennett
Fort Myers, Florida
Stayed March 26, 2016 to April 2, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGSII)
Great stay
We had a great time at Bear Creek. The cabin was in a great location, very clean, and had all the amenities we needed. Would definitely go back again!
Michael Utley
Spring Hill, TN
Stayed March 21, 2016 to March 26, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Perfect For Relaxation
For years we have wanted to book a "cabin vacation," one that avoided stressful, hurried schedules. We knew upon arrival this was the cabin for us - two adults and two teenage boys. The open concept layout brought everyone together, however, the suites gave enough separation for privacy. Each morning, we watched the sun rise from the porch and every evening, watched it retire from the hot tub. The cabin is far enough away from Pigeon Forge to feel secluded, but close enough to run for a few groceries. After reading some of the comments, I was a bit concerned about the road leading to the cabin. It was WAY better than I imagined and our little Toyota Corolla had no problem getting us there (in Spring.) Thank you for helping to facilitate our precious vacation memories. We would love to visit again!
Antonia Snearly
Knox, IN
Stayed March 14, 2016 to March 19, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
Great weekend stay!
What a wonderful view and cabin to stay in even though if it was only for a short weekend stay! Paradise View is a great name for this cabin beautiful the views are breathtaking, You have an easy access ramp to walk onto when entering the cabin no steps to climb! I would recommend this cabin and realty company to others because they are very responsive to your emails&request and make your stay feel like you are right at home!
Janet Osborne
Pounding Mill
Stayed March 19, 2016 to March 21, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
The Best Vacation Spot
The amenities at Black Bear Hollow Cabins were amazing. We loved their hot tub and jacuzzi, and everything was clean and pristine! Being able to use the grill to cook our own dinners was so much fun! The grounds were very quiet and peaceful, and breakfast on the patio was a delight! I wish we could have stayed a lot longer. The location was great too! It was a quick drive to get into the Smoky Mountain Park and it was pretty close to Gatlinburg as well. We really enjoyed our picnic lunch in Cades Cove! Townsend was an adorable little town with cute shops. I would recommend this beautiful location to everyone!
Meaghan Powers
Tallahassee
Stayed March 15, 2016 to March 19, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Creek Cabin)
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. Such a quiet and relaxing setting. Can't wait to go back!
Debbie Bowers
Stayed March 12, 2016 to March 20, 2016 
As Advertised
The condo was excellent and the pictures and description of the property were right on. We had no issues and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Even the spring breakers at the complex acted in an appropriate manner as compared to other parts of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.
John Metz
Kansas City
Stayed March 12, 2016 to March 20, 2016 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Konnor's Kondo)
Always Wonderful
My family and I always have a wonderful time at this cabin. Always clean and accommodating. We will return later this year, like we have been doing for the past 7 years.
Cordelia D.
Brentwood TN
Stayed March 13, 2016 to March 19, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Over The Rainbow Cabin)
Wonderful condo for a family vacation!
This condo was perfect for our family. It was very spacious, very clean, each bedroom had its own bathroom, and the balcony and view was amazing! You really don't need to bring anything except extra soap and paper products. We were so happy we chose this condo for our vacation!
Rodney and Alison Kuhl & Family
Newton IL
Stayed March 5, 2016 to March 12, 2016 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Home away from home
This was our 6th stay in this cabin and we wouldn't consider staying with anyone else!
April Floyd
Enterprise, MS
Stayed March 7, 2016 to March 12, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Quiet weekend in the smokies
We had a wonderful weekend at Bear Cave Cabin! With the code keys in hand we were able to come and go without any trouble. We thought we might have to go into one of the bigger towns to eat and shop especially in the "off season" but Townsend was perfect, and the drive in to Gatlinburg was beautiful. The cabin was just as described and everything we needed was available. We will be staying here again for sure!
Chris and Megan Ballard
Ellettsville, IN
Stayed March 3, 2016 to March 7, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Cave Cabin)
What A Wonderful Week!
Once again we all had a fabulous time. The week flew by much too quickly. We ate at our favorite restaurants, stimulated the local economy by shopping way too much and spent lots of time just hanging out and enjoying all of the amenities your condo had to offer. For the most part the weather was terrific, even got to wear shorts a few days. Thank you Mark and Debbie. We are already looking forward to coming back next year.
Robert Bush
Barrington, IL
Stayed February 20, 2016 to February 28, 2016 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)
Vacation 2016
We have used your cabins for 3 trips while in Tennessee. We enjoy the cabins. They are always so beautiful and clean. Everything was there for our needs and it made our stay more precious because we did not have to go out to restaurants to eat, we ate home cooked meals the entire visit thanks to all your supplies you have available in the cabins. All my friend truly admired our cabin and is asking about your services for possible future trips themselves. It was yet another memorable vacation for my family with the help of you guys. Planning a trip in the Fall 2016. Thanks again!!!
Crystal Martin
Roxboro, North Carolina
Stayed March 3, 2016 to March 7, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Mountain Cabin)
Great Anniversary
The cabin was perfect. Beautiful view, well kept accommodations, peaceful. We spent 4 nights straight without ever needing to leave. This was the perfect place to connect with my wife after such a long year. Thank you.
Jesse Harris
Austin, Texas
Stayed February 27, 2016 to March 4, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, PGT1801)
Wonderful Getaway!!!
This cabin was perfect! Far enough away to feel secluded but just minutes away from civilization. We loved Cades Cove & this location is great for that! We will definitely be back! Thanks for some wonderful memories!!!
Katrina McDowell
Denham Springs
Stayed February 26, 2016 to March 2, 2016 
Great Time
We had a great time at the cabin. The cabin is clean and the view was amazing. The only suggestion is to put fans in the loft and the bedroom upstairs.
Stefany Hardewig
Cincinnati
Stayed February 26, 2016 to February 29, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
We Love Over the Rainbow
We go to the Smoky Mountians every year with our family. We've stayed in a lot of cabins over the years. We absolutely LOVE Over the Rainbow. This was our 2nd year staying there. The location is perfect. It's right of the main road and the view is amazing!
Jennifer Auer
Jackson, Mo
Stayed February 26, 2016 to March 1, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Over The Rainbow Cabin)
Black Bear Lodge.... AMAZING VACATION
This was our 4th stay, in what we call home, some day we will move to Tennessee, but for now were still in Michigan, and coming to Black Bear Lodge is the best get away! The cabins are very home like feeling, and comfortable, and I highly recommend these cabins, We also like them because they are family owned, so it keeps the money in family business, and not in the rental industry. I have a couple people from facebook alone going to book cabins. I cant think on one bad thing to say about this experience, Book these cabins, you wont be sorry, and the pricing is AMAZING...
Jacqueline Truitt and Scott Truitt
Bannister Michigan
Stayed February 23, 2016 to February 28, 2016 (Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins, Black Bear Bear Lodge)
We really enjoyed our stay with Black Bear Hollow Cabins. Our cabin was clean, adorable and easy to find. Would highly recommend this company or these cabins to anyone. If we ever return to the Smokey's, we will definitely be staying here again!
Sarah Hanson
Stayed February 22, 2016 to February 26, 2016 
We enjoyed our stay very much. It's was a last minute getaway and the owners very accommodating! Hope to come back and visit soon!
Leighann Amos
Castalian Springs Tn
Stayed January 30, 2016 to February 1, 2016 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Black Bear Cave Cabin)
Over the rainbow
Had a great time. Cabin is as described and views are wonderful!
Barbara Gay
Chipley, Fl.
Stayed February 13, 2016 to February 21, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Over The Rainbow Cabin)
amazing vacation
My family and I had an amazing vacation at your cabin. We had a very relaxing vacation taking in the views from the balcony, hot tub and pool room. The cabin was very spacious and although secluded, centralized to all towns and shops.The gated community offered extra security and precious memories encompassed all my visions of what the smoky mountains are about. Every hour exposed a different view of the mountains from every balcony the cabin had to offer. This is our fourth year to the smokies and it was agreed from the whole family that precious memories was the best cabin yet taking into consideration the seclusion, area, amenities, and most of all the undisturbed views of the mountains. We have found our cabin rental for life. Thanks clint legault.
clint legault legault
midhurst ontario canada
Stayed February 14, 2016 to February 20, 2016 (Black Bear Hollow Cabins, Precious Memories Cabin)
Golden View Lodge
The cabin was great. We were a group of 6 couples so we loved the 6 bed 6 bath. We've decided to return to this cabin every year. The only issues were a leak from one of the showers and a lock on one of the doors. Get there early it would be hard to find at night.
Patrice Cox
Stockbridge, Ga
Stayed February 12, 2016 to February 16, 2016 (Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins, Golden View Lodge)
Awesome place to stay!! Great people to rent from. Always clean as we stayed there a couple of times and plan on staying again in the future
Kenneth Williamson
Fitzgerald Georgia
Stayed January 31, 2016 to February 5, 2016 
Loved the cabin
A wonderful relaxing stay. The cabin is beautiful and everything you need is there. Clean and neat, we loved it and will be back. Even the weather great, as it snowed while we were there. Especially loved the check in and out. We could not have asked for a better experience. Have told everyone about Black Bear Hollow. Thank you so much.
Patricia Norris
Ladson, SC
Stayed February 8, 2016 to February 13, 2016 
in the heavens
That is how we felt from the view to each room. Beautifuly decorated, each room having its own bathroom saved on time and privacy.. We were here for a conference and having a total of four staff and being able for three of the spouses to come made it great. Especially since we were receiving awards for hard work and commitment. The condo just added a certain appreciation and glamour. Thank you for helping make their stay wonderful.
Roben Duncan
Stayed January 31, 2016 to February 4, 2016 (Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Rentals , Penthouse Condo 3001)