At 3 Little Bears Retreat, we believe that true relaxation is more than doing nothing—it's about doing what brings you peace, presence, and connection.

Tucked away just outside Bryson City and bordering the quiet corners of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our luxury cabins are designed to help you unplug from the noise of daily life and tune back into what matters most.

💆‍♀️ Relaxation, Your Way

Let the rhythm of the mountains slow your pace. Start your morning with a private, in-cabin massage, where the only soundtrack is birdsong and the rustle of leaves. Step into your hot tub, coffee or glass of wine in hand, and let the warm water melt away everything that doesn’t serve you.

Maybe you'll curl up in a hammock with a good book, listening to the soft cascade of the mountain stream. Or step out onto the deck, press play on your favorite playlist, and watch birds ride the air currents rising from the valley below. It’s calm. It’s quiet. It’s yours.

🍕 Reconnect Over Simple Pleasures

There’s something grounding about the act of creating together. Guests love our Solo pizza ovens—an easy, joyful way to make a meal with your loved ones. Share laughter, stories, and homemade pizzas under the sky, then sit back and savor the moment as the sun sets behind the trees.

These are the little rituals that turn a cabin stay into a memory you’ll want to return to again and again.

🥾 Active Relaxation: Nature on Your Terms

Relaxation doesn’t always mean stillness. For many, it’s found in motion—walking through the woods, casting a fly into a quiet stream, or feeling your paddle glide across the lake.

Just minutes from your cabin, you can:

• Wander the tranquil trails of Nolands Creek, where rhododendrons arch overhead and silence is sacred.

• Paddleboard across Fontana Lake, soaking in endless mountain views and sky-reflected waters.

• Fly fish for native brook trout, standing knee-deep in a spring-fed creek that’s flowed the same way for centuries.

No crowds. No chaos. Just you and the world around you.

🏞️ Disconnect to Reconnect

Whether you’re traveling as a couple seeking stillness, a family looking for meaningful moments, or a solo traveler needing a recharge, 3 Little Bears Retreat offers space—real, beautiful, grounding space—to relax, unplug, and breathe again.

Come rediscover what it means to feel truly at ease.

Ready to unwind?

Previous Blog Posts: 

Activity and Adventure:

Thrill Seekers' Paradise: White Water Rafting in Bryson City North Carolina 

Exploring the Hidden Gems: Hiking Trails Off the "Road to Nowhere" in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Exploring the Scenic Wonder of Bryson City: The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

Exploring the Beauty of Tsali Mountain Bike Trails in Bryson City, North Carolina

Foodies, Restaurants, and Local Food Traditions: 

Savoring Tradition: Exploring the Rich Legacy of North Carolina BBQ

History & Culture:

Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Cherokee Mythology: Stories, Spirits, and Sacred Wisdom

Horace Kephart: A Trailblazer in the Founding of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The Formation of Fontana Lake: A Historical and Environmental Journey

Discovering the Heart of Appalachia: Exploring Local Farms in Bryson City

Romantic Experiences and Special Occasions:

Fine Dining Outing in Asheville, NC

A Luxurious Couples’ Weekend Escape: Reconnect and Rekindle at 3 Little Bears Retreat

Disconnect to Reconnect: Relax and Unplug in the Heart of the Smokies

Trip Itineraries: 

All in a Day - Trees Like Redwoods at Joyce Kilmer, Deals Gap at the Tail of the Dragon, Potoon Boat on Fontana Lake and the Fontana Dam

All in a Day - Waterfalls, Elk, Tubing and Cherokee Culture

Summer Family Adventures: One Unforgettable Week in Bryson City visiting the Smoky Mountains

Unforgettable 3 Day Itinerary for Bryson City, NC and the Smoky Mountains

3 Days of High-Energy Adventure from 3 Little Bears Retreat