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Beautiful place!
Easy to locate. Close to many attractions. Very pretty views. Quiet and peaceful (makes you feel farther away than you really are). Owners are great and very easy to work with. A great getaway! Definitely going back soon! Cabin was very clean and decorated beautifully.
April M.
Stayed July 24, 2014 to July 26, 2014 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Paradise View )
WONDERFUL CABIN
Cabin had spectacular views and was the CLEANEST we've ever rented. If cleanliness is what you're looking for, this is the place! Furnishings were new and comfortable, appliances new, flat screen TVs new. Each of the THREE bathrooms had a tub/shower combination which was perfect for our stay. No one had to wait for a bath or shower. Beautifully decorated with nice and abundant linens. Kitchen was also well stocked, with lots of empty cabinet space to store groceries. This cabin has two large CLOSETS! Plus FULL SIZE washer and dryer. Nice game room too. In my opinion absolutely no downside to this cabin! Would rent again without hesitation.
Carole P.
Stayed July 14, 2013 to July 21, 2013 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Paradise View )
Anniversary trip
If you want seclusion, this is a perfect choice. No noise, gorgeous views and the cabin was wonderful. We have stayed in many cabins in the area over the past 16 yrs. and this will be one of our favorites. We will definitely stay here again. Clean, beautifully decorated, comfortable, supplied with everything you need. We didn't see the bear but we did see a HUGE gobbler who took his time leaving us. You truly can see 50 miles of spectacular mountain views. Thanks Danny and Tara for helping to make this a special anniversary.
Margie B.
Stayed July 11, 2013 to July 14, 2013 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Paradise View )
Best Cabin Ever!
We have been visiting the Great Smokey Mountains for over thirty years and this is the best place we have ever stayed!!! The views from the porch are beautiful.....it is very secluded....... and best of all you can see lots of wildlife!!! Yes, we even saw a bear on the porch!!!! The cabin is decorated beautifully and has everything you will need! Games, pool table, great televisions, and hot tub! Could not ask for anything to be any better! If you want a great place to relax and be away from others, this is the place for you! The owners were great to work with and always responded quickly to our questions. It is close enough that you can visit Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg within 30 minutes, but far enough in he woods that you feel far away from everything and everybody ! We will return, I think we have finally found our mountain getaway!!!
Mike Mann
Stayed July 7, 2013 to July 11, 2013 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Paradise View )
our stay
Had a wonderful & delightful stay. The Cabin was inviting and we all felt like we were at home. I would recommend Black Bear Hollow cabins to anyone and look forward to our next vacation.
Kris Fitchett
plant city
Stayed December 28, 2015 to January 3, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
Total Bliss
Beautiful peaceful place can't wait to stay again.
Victoria Settles
Harriman TN
Stayed January 2, 2015 to January 5, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Black Bear Cave
My husband and I stayed in Black Bear Cave at Black Bear Hollow Cabins for the week of our 32nd wedding anniversary. It was such a beautiful setting and the cabin was wonderful. I loved the huge king sized bed!! It was so comfortable. We enjoyed the hot tub, and the Jacuzzi tub and the gas fireplace was lovely. Everything we needed for a quiet and peaceful week was there!! We will definitely stay there again!!
Deanna Burris
Indianapolis, IN
Stayed January 4, 2015 to January 10, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Cozy and charming cabin!!
We would like to thank you guys for such a great cabin getaway in the beautiful TN mountains! We were pretty pleased with the amenities. The cabin (Bear Cave) was extremely clean and nice, secluded, yet not far from the town at all. We definitely want to come back. Thanks. Appreciate ya.
Bryan and Adrienne C.
Kentucky
Stayed December 4, 2014 to December 8, 2014 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Our Home Away From Home
Black Bear Hollow is our most favorite place to stay in the Smokies. It's secluded, quiet, & inspiring. We are repeat guests (9-10 times), and would not think of staying anywhere else. The cabins are located in Wears Valley in a non-commercial area, but near enough to all the attractions to make it the ideal place to stay. We have had no problems with any of the amenities such as internet, and /or phone service from our provider. Once again, A GREAT PLACE & our home away from home.
William & Amie Cox
Norcross, GA
Stayed January 28, 2015 to February 3, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
Gorgeous cabin
Highly recommended. We spent our anniversary here and will definitely be back!! The hot tub was amazing and the beds were extremely comfortable.
Tony Smith
Commerce, GA
Stayed February 16, 2015 to February 19, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
Black Bear Ridge Cabin
We had an amazing trip, and truly enjoyed the stay at this cabin. Everything you need is there as well as things you didn't think of. We love the location and all around atmosphere. We felt safe having the gated entrance. The cabin is kept clean and cozy. Will be coming again soon for another stay :) Thanks Again and Gob Bless!
Amy
Okeechobee
Stayed March 2, 2015 to March 8, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Mountain )
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, Paradise View )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
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, Bear Ridge )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
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, Bear Ridge )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Great
We enjoyed the cabin. It met all of our needs.
Kim Wilson
Tulsa
Stayed May 12, 2015 to May 17, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Mountain )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
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 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Mountain )
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, Bear Ridge )
Enjoyed the peaceful setting
We only stayed a weekend for our anniversary, but we so enjoyed the quiet time. The cabin was clean, loved the covered porch & swing. We will be visiting again.
Cynthia Dykes
Kingsport, TN
Stayed May 29, 2015 to June 1, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
Bear Creek Cabin
Arrived late, and found the cabin spotless! It was everything we had hoped for. The decor was beautiful and fit with the mountains! After enjoying the hot tub, the hiking, and the area we will be back. We left feeling completely renewed and at peace. the owners are very nice, and assisted in our plans as though we were old friends.
Ray McCray
Atlanta
Stayed June 3, 2015 to June 6, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
June 11 thru 14, 2015
We have stayed at several of the cabins in Black Bear Hollow over the past ten years. Most recently we stayed at Bear Creek. Cabin was well equipped. We came in late and luv the ability to go straight to the cabin. Easy to find and centrally located. We have never had any issues. Getting ready to plan our Oct visit. Give them a try!!! Saw three bears Cades Cove.
Walter and Becky Jones
Stayed June 11, 2015 to June 15, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
our stay
We loved our stay at the cabin over the past weekend the cabin was very clean cozy we loved the hot tub and grilling we will be staying again very soon
CATHY MARSHALL
Mountain City
Stayed June 12, 2015 to June 15, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Very surprised !
Once we went through the gated entry we were very surprised that the road was paved all the way to the cabin. Not a big thing but I have had rougher drives. The cabin was great and a lot of it had been remodeled. The cabin was large and spacious. The appliances were new and up to date. The location was great, as I am a photographer and traveling to Cades Cove and was not at all a bad drive. This area is great for staying on the Peaceful side of the Smokies.
Gary Mitchell
Alabama
Stayed April 26, 2015 to May 4, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
bear ridge cabin
Mark and debbie were great to us...called a few times before we rented the cabin with questions and they were always there ready to answer...first off the cabin was amazing,very clean and done up nicely,we stayed pretty busy but enjoyed the hot tub and the views every night....a very comfy and cozy cabin with everything you need for your stay.....we will be back again for sure....the kids will come next time so will be renting a bigger cabin for sure....thanks again mark and debbie for our wonderful stay
roderick vozel
warren,mi
Stayed June 14, 2015 to June 22, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Ridge )
Best Cabins Ever
Our stay at Black bear hollow cabins was wonderful as always We have stay there a few times in different cabins ,They are always very clean ,well maintained,have everything you need ..Love how is a private gated community makes you feel safe ..But best of all it has the best website so easy to navigate and book on line is a snap.
Vickie Hurt
Stayed June 22, 2015 to June 26, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
Relaxing stay
My family and I recently stayed at Bear Mountain and had a very relaxing time at the cabin and Townsend area. We really appreciated the secluded setting of Bear Mountain and the friendly staff that made out trip worry free. We look forward to returning in the future.
Amy Tucker
Chatham,VA
Stayed June 21, 2015 to June 27, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Mountain )
Great Vacation at Black Bear Hollow Cabins
We and our friends had a wonderful time at the cabins. The cabin was attractive, clean, easy to get to and very comfortable. The location was great, very close to the Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg area with all the tourist places to go. But was still close enough to the Smoky Mountains. You can be as busy as you want with shows, shopping, eating, rides and Dolly World or you can put your feet up and totally relax. Plus we found the people in the area to be friendly and hospitable. It is a great place to bring the grandkids. We are already making plans to return next summer with the WHOLE family. And did I mention so many places to eat and eat and eat. This was the best vacation my husband and I have had in many years
Susan Burton
Ocala, Florida
Stayed June 22, 2015 to June 28, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Still coming back for 15 years.
We have been staying at Black Bear Hollow for 15 years. We have made many memories here. We have stayed at every cabin in the hollow at some point. Bear Creek is our favorite but all of the cabins are awesome. The cabins are immaculate. The hollow offers the peaceful setting that we need. My kids are almost grown now and have been coming here since they can remember. They still ask to come to Mr. Mark's cabins. It is a great family retreat!! See yall Soon!!!
Karla Pickering
mobile Alabama
Stayed July 1, 2015 to July 7, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Creek )
Best people to work with!
We have stayed at Black Bear Hollow twice now and have had a great experience both times. The last time we had a miscommunication and ended up in the wrong cabin and Mark was extremely quick and responsive to remedy the situation. We will definitely be back. Not only because of the cabins but because they are great people to work with which is hard to find.
Chris Kovacek
columbus, oh
Stayed July 10, 2015 to July 12, 2015 
Paradise in Tennessee
We really enjoyed our stay at the Bear Cave. A home away from home. The cabin met all our needs and was clean and comfy. The beauty of God's creation in this setting surrounded by the mountains is awesome. There is plenty to see and do or just relax with a cup of coffee on the front porch and enjoy the peace and quite away from the busyness and chaos of everday life. The one way drive through Cades Cove in Smoky Mountain National Park is worth the time. There are plenty of pull-over spots and parking areas to admire the Great Smoky Mountains. Also take the hike to Abrams Falls in Cades Cove. It's a lengthy hike but not challenging. The path and terrain is up and down with roots and rocks. Very scenic along the river with wildlife sightings. Swimming with caution is allowed at the Falls. Also a drive through Foothills Parkway with less congestion for more breathtaking views is a bonus. We would stay here again on a return visit to Tennessee.
Mike Ready
Watertown, WI
Stayed June 29, 2015 to July 4, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Cave )
Amazing Cabin
My husband and I stayed here during the first week of June. The place was just perfect. We brought our own groceries for the week in order to cook there at the cabin. Everything was clean and in great working order. We definitely loved this cabin and will be back. My husband is a photographer. This photo was taken near Cades Cove during our stay at the Bear Mountain cabin. https://flic.kr/p/u8oQJA
Christie Anderson
Asheville NC
Stayed June 1, 2015 to June 5, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bear Mountain )
Perfect
We have rented from Black Bear Hollow at least 5 times, and we are never disappointed. We will continue to return here as long as possible. We have stayed in 4 different cabins and all of them were very comfortable and accommodating.
Beth Brown
Knoxville
Stayed July 17, 2015 to July 19, 2015 (Paradise Ridge Cabin Rentals, Bears Den )