This luxurious mtn Lodge overlooking Watauga Lake is located in the Smoky Mountains- 30 minutes from skiing, Blowing Rock, NC., the Bristol Motor Speedway, the Creeper Trail, Barter Theater, a wide variety of mt theaters, universities, hiking & recreational areas. This 10 Bedroom Western hemlock lodge is an architect's dream for large family and friend groups (50) or intimate getaways (2). The lodge overlooks Watauga Lake surrounded by the Mts of three states- TN, VA, & NC- outstanding! CONSIDER THIS LODGE FOR YOUR FAMILY REUNION, FRIENDS GET TOGETHERS, OR BIG CELEBRATIONS! NO MORE BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN AMERICA FOR WEDDING! Get ready for a high quality lodge. Huge stone fire places, bears carved into the wood, a real bear rug, and beautiful sights. AVA ILABLE TO GUESTS: The Lodge membership at beautiful Cove Ridge Marina makes available to our guests horseshoes, volley ball nets, and rental of pontoon boats. Bring a 2" hitch and you will have multiple others water toys at the lodge- a paddle boat and paddle boards, kayaks, life jackets, towels, etc. Some of the US best trout and bass fishing is nearby in the Holston River, as well as white water rafting in the Nolichucky. Return to relax in a jacuzzi or sauna in the privacy of the lodge. Alert: Book boat rentals at Cove Ridge or Fish Springs marinas early! *Kitchen: HUGE Island with bar stools, fully supplied, 2 Sub-zero refrigerator-freezer, ice maker, gas oven, microwave, dishwasher, and all the needed cooking supplies. 2 gas grills just outside kitchen door on deck. *Playroom: A child's dream- a fort, bunkbeds, 1 king and 2 queen beds, library of books, ping pong table, drum set, seesaw, game set for TV, indoor swing and much more. *Deck: Relax surrounded by the Cherokee National Forest on a deck with four eating areas. Enjoy eating outside while watching the humming birds and listening to the songbirds. A twin size bed swing is a great place to read- or snooze. *Garage: The three car garage is loaded with toys to enjoy- scooters, tricycles, bicycles, and a game closet. *Living rooms: Two, both with large stone fireplaces, televisions, game tables. *Bedrooms: Each bedroom has a theme (Dancing Bears, Red Fox, Green Frog, African Safari and more) . *Laundry rooms: There are two laundry rooms- both with a washer and dryer. You are renting the entire lodge so you will have access to everything. The only exception is a closet where the owners keep their personal clothes. You will be overwhelmed by the log structure, filled with carvings, unique mt art, and treasures from around the world. Here’s some more information: Top floor- 10 beds 1) Bedroom #1: King Bed, twin bed (Full attached bathroom with a bathtub/shower) 2) Bedroom #2: King bed, couch that could be used as a twin. Bed Bedroom #1 & 2 can share the large bathroom with tub & shower. 3) Playroom- #3 & #4 A large fort with two rooms. In each is a queen bed and twin bunk beds. 4) Playroom private corner (behind a book shelf) is a King super comfortable bed. (Not behind a locked door.) There is a bathroom to share (shower/sink/toliet) between those in playroom. Ground floor- 1 bedroom 1) Bedroom #1: Master bedroom- King sized bed, large bathroom, big jacuzzi bathtub, separate shower, laundry room. 2) Great Room Living Room 3) Kitchen 4) Dining Room 5) Half Bath for Guests 6) Child Play area under steps 7) Stairway upstairs 8) Stairway downstairs. Downstairs-6 beds 1) Bedroom #1-King bed, Full bed on the floor (perfect for families with kids). There are also LOTS of comforters that can be used for additional beds for kids. This bedroom has an attached full bathroom (tub/shower combo) 2) Bedroom #2: King bed with full laundry room- shares bathroom 3) Bedroom #3: Two twin beds- shares bathroom 4) Bed #4 in Gym- a twin bed with half bath ( privacy shades) We are available within 5-10 minute by phone or the Airbnb messenger. The Brown Bear Lodge is half-way up a mountain and is surrounded on three sides by a national park. Get ready for an amazing view! It's 3/4 of a mile from the community entrance- which is directly across from the lake. When we go to the lake we normally walk or pop in the car. Welcome to the Blue Ridge Mountains. You will need to have your own vehicles as there is little to no local transportation.