Explore trails, relax fireside, and enjoy the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau

Blue Bear Cottage | Where Comfort Meets Adventure

Winter Oasis | Fireplaces, Trails & Easy Access

Cashiers, NC, United States

6 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms

Winter at Blue Bear Cottage - where peacefulness meets adventure! Wake to crisp mountain mornings, sip coffee by the fire, or hike to a nearby waterfall. Minutes from Cashiers, Lake Glenville, Highlands, & Sapphire —your basecamp for snow tubing & skiing (opens Dec 13), ice skating, holiday lights, Christmas tree farms, winter hikes & delicious local dining. End your day fireside or cheering on your favorite team in comfort at Blue Bear Cottage!

Good to know

Nestled at 3,677' in the Appalachian Rainforest, this serene mountain retreat offers trail access to Mule Kickin' Falls and Lake Glenville - the highest lake east of the Mississippi. Unwind by the indoor or outdoor fireplaces, sip coffee on the front porch swing, or explore the lush mountain trails. This 3BR/2BA cottage features a luxurious covered back porch, fully stocked kitchen, spacious living area with a 65" smart TV, and plush tempur-pedic-style beds - ensuring relaxation and tranquility during your stay! The space: 3 bedroom | 2 full bathroom (sleeps up to 6 people comfortably) Master bedroom: Queen Bed, full bathroom, & walk-in closet Guest Bedroom #1: Queen Bed, closet, & shared, full guest bathroom Guest Bedroom #2: Queen Bed, closet, & shared, full guest bathroom Amenities: OUTDOOR: - Expansive, covered back porch & entertainment area - Outdoor fireplace (*firewood provided) - Outdoor dining area - Outdoor lounge area - Recteq Grill - Ring toss game - Hiking trail access from back porch - Large, covered front porch - Front porch swing - 2 front porch rocking chairs - Electronic, keyless door entry KITCHEN: - Fully stocked kitchen: hot & iced coffee maker, crock pot, fridge, microwave, blender, cookware, bakeware, glassware, dishware, griddle, knife block, bamboo charcuterie tray, fully stocked spice rack, placemats, & dishwasher - Bumbo booster seat provided, if needed (6 months - 3 years) LIVING ROOM - Comfortable, sprawling L couch - Indoor Fireplace (*firewood provided) - 65" Smart TV - Board & card games, frisbee, & balls - Books, local magazines, local maps, & guides for the area BATHROOMS: - Hairdryer provided per bathroom - Basic bathroom toiletries provided: shampoo, conditioner, soap, body wash, & lotion - Towels provided - Shower/tub in both bathrooms BEDROOMS: - Luxurious tempur-pedic style beds + gel cooling pillows in the master bedroom - Closets & dressers in each bedroom - Linens provided - Clothes hangers in all closets - Baby Bjorn travel crib & 2 sheets provided, if needed. - Sound machine - Overhead fan & an oscillating fan per each bedroom WHOLE HOUSE: - Brand New (July 2025) Central A/C & heat - Free 300mbps Wifi - Washer and dryer - Oscillating space heater PARKING: -Free parking for up to 3 cars Explore the Area: Hiking | Boating | Golfing | Fishing | Shopping | Dining | Local Events - Located in the beautiful community of Trillium Golf & Lake Club - Downtown Cashiers, NC (9 minutes) - Lake Glenville (walking distance or 10 minutes to Signal Ridge Marina) - Downtown Highlands, NC (22 minutes) - Whiteside Mountain Trail (15 minutes) - High Hampton Golf & Resort (13 minutes) - Sapphire, NC (15 minutes) - Sapphire Valley Ski Resort (16 minutes) - High Falls Trail (17 minutes) - Whitewater Falls (30 minutes) - Gorges State Park (27 minutes) - Lonesome Valley (15 minutes) - Chimney Pond Farm (15 minutes) - Dry Falls (25 minutes) - Cashiers Sliding Rock (20 minutes) ** Check out our Travel Guide for local recommendations! Located in our host profile. DIRECTIONS: All major map platforms lead you straight to our front door We look forward to welcoming you to Blue Bear Cottage!

Other Details to Note

NOTE: The one and only camera on the property is a Nest doorbell camera that is facing the front entryway. This camera is used for packages, services, & maintenance needs.

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Entertainment

  • Ethernet connection
  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • Crib
  • Fireplace guards
  • High chair
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home
  • Free street parking

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Blue Bear Cottage is nestled in Trillium Links & Lake Club - a scenic mountain community in Cashiers, NC. Enjoy lake and mountain views, trails, waterfalls, fire pits, and peaceful green spaces throughout the neighborhood. Perfect for families, couples, and friends to relax, explore, and unwind in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Guest Access

Guests will have access to the entire property via electronic, keyless entry. An access code will be provided 24hrs prior to your visit.

Find us

Cashiers, NC, United States

Blue Bear Cottage is easily accessible using any map platform and it's close to all the local favorites: 10 min from downtown Cashiers, 15 minutes from Signal Ridge Marina on Lake Glenville, 15 minutes from Sapphire, & 20 minutes from Highlands, NC.

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Reviews

Kristin
November 2025 · Airbnb
Palmer and Carlyle have really made this house a special place to stay. Every detail was cozy and inviting. We built a fire every evening and basked in the peacefulness of the area! We’re foodies and they gave us some great recommendations. It’s in a great location, close to so many easy hikes and waterfalls. The beds were so comfy and the kitchen was stocked appropriately for our cooking needs! 10/10 will definitely visit again!
Becca
November 2025 · Airbnb
Our weekend stay at Blue Bear Cottage was perfection!! Our check in was easy, & the cabin was exactly as pictured & described. Just what we wanted for a quiet girls weekend. Everything was clean & ready for us when we arrived. The beds were very comfortable, & bathrooms pristine with plenty of towels. Cooking in the kitchen was easy & there were also plenty of yummy food options nearby. We enjoyed many of the great recommendations left by our hosts. Blue Bear Cottage was cozy & wonderful & we were sad to leave. Would definitely stay here again. Highly highly recommend!
Caroline
October 2025 · Airbnb
Our family had a wonderful stay at Palmer & Carlyle’s cottage. The place was very clean, the kitchen well stocked for some home cooked meals and everything matched the description perfectly. Great location just minutes from Cashiers and lots of trails, waterfalls and other towns close by. We also really appreciated all the recommendations made by them and checked out a lot of those places and restaurants. Can’t wait to go back!
Hudson
October 2025 · Airbnb
We had a wonderful stay in Cashiers. The property had great accommodations for our kids (pack and play, high chair, and kids plates/utensils), higher quality kitchen equipment than most Airbnbs, a nice grill/smoker, etc. We loved spending time on the back porch having fires with the firewood provided by the host. The convenient location provided easy access to both Cashiers and Highlands. This will be a repeater for us for sure.
James
October 2025 · Airbnb
Centrally located for excursions out to Cashiers, Lake Glenville, Highlands, and plenty of parks/waterfalls. Also plenty to do at the house as well (porch games, fireplace, neighborhood hiking trails). Very clean and welcoming spot. Would love to go back!