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These rustic-style Townsend Dancing Bear Lodge are located off US Highway 321 and feature a full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, and private hot tub. Little River is 4 minutes’ walk away. Many of the units have a separate seating area, sofa, and cable TV are included in each cabin. Dancing Bear Lodge extras include a full bathroom with a shower, towels, and linen in addition to daily housekeeping. Hiking and biking trails are offered across this 36-acre property as well as a shared fitness centre. Free parking is provided as well, and staff is on site daily. Laurel Valley Golf Course is 7 minutes’ drive away. The property is also 6.2 km from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Townsend
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ramanujan
    United States United States
    The location and the quiet surroundings. The cabin was need and spacious. The Bistro was fantastic
  • Gabriel
    Austria Austria
    Everything was great. A very nice breakfast at the apple valley mountain village and cafe was included.
  • Jutta
    Germany Germany
    We had a wonderful stay at The Dancing Bear Lodge! It’s a very special and fantastic lodge in Townsend. Our last stay was 14 years ago and we enjoyed it as much as the last time.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro
    • Cuisine
      American • Local
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
  • The Dancing Bean Coffee House
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Apple Valley Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Dancing Bear Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 3 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Dancing Bear Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 23:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Dancing Bear Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please be advised guests travelling with pets can only be accommodated in pet-friendly rooms. Contact the property for further details.

Guest will receive a welcome package with check-in information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dancing Bear Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Dancing Bear Lodge

  • Room options at Dancing Bear Lodge include:

    • Holiday Home
    • Bungalow
    • Villa

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Dancing Bear Lodge on this page.

  • Dancing Bear Lodge is 1.5 miles from the centre of Townsend. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Dancing Bear Lodge is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Dancing Bear Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Dancing Bear Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Dancing Bear Lodge has 3 restaurants:

    • Apple Valley Cafe
    • The Dancing Bean Coffee House
    • Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro