Ski Bear Chalet is a beautifully appointed three-bedroom, three-bathroom A-frame retreat that captures everything you love about a classic Smoky Mountain cabin and pairs it with the thoughtful comforts of a modern vacation home. Tucked into a quiet wooded setting just minutes from the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and downtown Gatlinburg, this gem sleeps six guests in style — making it an ideal escape for families, close friends, or anyone who simply needs a proper mountain reset.
Step inside and the soaring A-frame ceiling of the great room sets the tone immediately. Warm pine walls and exposed timber beams frame a generous living space anchored by a stone fireplace — guarded, naturally, by the property’s beloved bronze dog statue, stick in mouth, standing faithful watch on the hearth. A large flat-screen TV and plush seating invite you to linger, and the open layout flows naturally into the dining area and a fully equipped kitchen outfitted with bold red cabinetry, a generous butcher block breakfast bar, and everything you need for a real home-cooked meal. That framed Laurel Falls print on the wall? A little nod to the trails that await just down the road.
Two king bedrooms and one queen bedroom each offer their own sense of warmth and privacy. The primary king bedroom on the main level is a genuine retreat — spacious enough for a sitting chair and tufted bench, with crisp linens, a private TV, and deck access. The second king bedroom nestles into the loft level with its iconic A-frame roofline sloping overhead, deck access, and a wall-mounted split unit for year-round comfort. The queen bedroom carries the same cozy mountain character, with warm pine walls, floral nightstand lamps, and its own sliding door to the outside. The bathrooms bring a welcome surprise: one features a stunning walk-in shower wrapped in marble-look tile with a terrazzo floor — the kind of detail you don’t expect and absolutely love finding.
Downstairs, the game room is pure fun. A full-size pool table anchors the space, a stone fireplace adds warmth, and a classic Ms. Pac-Man arcade table promises more than a few rematches. The “Game On” wall art says it all. When the games wind down, head out to the covered deck where a private hot tub overlooks the trees — perfect for an evening soak under the stars. A fire pit with Adirondack chairs sits just below the deck, ready for s’mores and slow conversations.
Up in the loft, a thoughtfully appointed workspace with a large desk and vintage ski décor on the wall offers a quiet nook for anyone who needs to catch up on a few things — or simply wants a perch to take in the property.
Key Highlights
• Classic A-frame architecture with soaring great room ceiling and exposed timber beams
• Private hot tub on covered deck + fire pit with seating below
• Game room with pool table, stone fireplace, and Ms. Pac-Man arcade table
• Stunning marble-tile walk-in shower in primary bathroom
• Three bedrooms with deck access — two kings and one queen
• Loft workspace with vintage ski décor
• Minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance and downtown Gatlinburg
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
King Bedroom 1 — Main level; spacious with sitting area, tufted bench, private TV, and deck access
King Bedroom 2 — Loft level; A-frame roofline, private TV, deck access, split unit A/C
Queen Bedroom 3 — Warm pine walls, floral nightstand lamps, private TV, deck access
Bathroom 1 — Walk-in shower with marble-look tile and terrazzo floor
Bathroom 2 — Tiled walk-in shower and vanity
Bathroom 3 — Full bath with tub/shower combo, under the A-frame roofline
When you book Ski Bear Chalet through Mountain Laurel Chalets, you’re trusting a family that has cared for Gatlinburg guests since 1972. Our team — with hundreds of years of combined service — will be right here if you need anything. That’s been our promise for over 53 years, and it’s one we take seriously.
* Smoky Mountain cabin rental on Ski Mountain next to Ober Mountain Resort, near downtown Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountain National Park
* Free Dollywood ticket with every reservation
* Member of our Luxury Linen Program, featuring high-end bedding and pillows
* Primary king bedroom with ensuite bathroom and luxury walk in shower with massive rainfall shower and side jets
*2 other bedrooms on each floor with 2 additional baths
* Dog friendly and your pup is always welcome
- Air conditioning
- Body soap
- Ceiling fan
- Coffee maker
- Conditioner
- Dining table
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer
- Heating
- Indoor fireplace
- Kitchen
- Laptop friendly workspace
- Microwave
- New
- Outdoor seating (furniture)
- Oven
- Patio or balcony
- Pets allowed
- Refrigerator
- Shower gel
- Stove
- Suitable for children (2-12 years)
- Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
- TV
- Washer
- Wireless Internet
- Cookware
- Dog Friendly
- Fire Pit
- Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Gatlinburg
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