Bear Necessities

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was comfortable and cozy along with a beautiful view of mountains off of our balcony windows. Very clean and easy access to all attractions and activities. I would definitely recommend this place to other visitors and or tourist.

Anonymous - Posted: 1/2/2026

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We're glad you enjoyed your stay — comfortable and cozy accommodations, beautiful mountain views from the balcony windows, and easy access to attractions and activities. We appreciate you recommending us, thank you for choosing Colonial Properties and we look forward to welcoming you back.

Colonial Properties staff

The unit was very clean and was so nicely decorated for Christmas! We will definitely be back!! :)

Anonymous - Posted: 12/30/2025

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We're glad the unit was very clean and you enjoyed the Christmas decorations. We appreciate you choosing Colonial Properties and look forward to welcoming you back.

Colonial Properties staff

Amenities were very good, host very accommodating.

Betsy - Posted: 12/8/2025

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the amenities and found the host accommodating. It was a pleasure having you stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Colonial Properties staff

The condo was exactly like the pictures. It was clean and quiet being just off the main road. The managing staff was wonderful. They sent updates, info, and and checked in to see if we needed anything. Would definitely stay here again.

Anonymous - Posted: 10/31/2025

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We’re glad the condo matched the photos, was clean and quiet, and that our staff was helpful with updates and check-ins. We appreciate you choosing Colonial Properties and look forward to welcoming you back.

Colonial Properties staff

We loved the place. Clean, comfortable, spacious, fully equipped kitchen, quiet area but only a few minutes drive to downtown Pigeon Forge. It was perfect for us.

Adam - Posted: 9/2/2025

Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy to know we were able to meet your expectations. We hope you will stay with us again.

Colonial Properties staff

Our stay was wonderful! No complaints at all! This was our 3rd time staying here, we really enjoy it.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/24/2025

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!

Colonial Properties staff

Anonymous - Posted: 7/27/2025

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!

Colonial Properties staff

Anonymous - Posted: 7/3/2025

Thank you for your 5-star rating. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

It was beautiful. Loved the decorations for fall.

Teresa E - Posted: 11/4/2024

Very comfortable and quiet. Unit was clean and personal items were present to improve the stay experience and at home feel.

Mike - Posted: 10/4/2024

Holly helped me out with my mom being Handicapped. We will definitely use them again! 😁

Paula - Posted: 7/25/2024

The condo was clean and very convenient to our activities.When we had difficulty with the TV the man came and helped us within an hour!

Sharon L - Posted: 5/11/2024

We love this condo. It is our go to place twice a year.

Lora G - Posted: 4/4/2024

We were in town for a baseball tournament at the Cal Ripken Experience. This condo was the perfect location. Close to the parkway and all the activities and yet a very quiet, secluded feel.

Laura B - Posted: 7/30/2023

We loved the condo! Perfect location, clean, and quiet. Would stay again!

Kimberly E. - Posted: 7/27/2023

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that the condo provided a perfect location, was well-kept and peaceful. It brings us great joy to be able to offer such wonderful experiences for our guests, and it is appreciated when we receive feedback like yours. We hope you will visit us again in the future so we can continue providing memorable getaways!

Colonial Properties staff

We loved the condo! Perfect location, clean, and quiet. Would stay again!

Matthew L - Posted: 7/18/2023

We were in town for a baseball tournament at the Cal Ripken Experience. This condo was the perfect location. Close to the parkway and all the activities and yet a very quiet, secluded feel.

Paula H. - Posted: 7/17/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a five star review, we're delighted to hear that Bear Necessities was your perfect destination for your baseball tournament visit! We appreciate your kind words about our convenient location and quiet atmosphere, it's great to know you felt so at home during your trip. We hope you will stay with us again in the future for all of your travel needs. Thank you for choosing Bear Necessities!

Colonial Properties staff

We had a great stay. Felt like we were in a home away from home.

Lynzee J. - Posted: 6/23/2023

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate knowing you enjoyed your stay. Please come back to see us again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

Great property in a convenient yet quiet location. Perfect for relaxing after a day full of site seeing and fun. This listing was exactly as advertised. My only issue was this first floor unit still required going down/up stairs which a family member couldn’t handle. Fortunately we were able to park at the end of the unit and avoid the stairs. Will definitely stay here again if/when we go back to TN.

Jennifer S. - Posted: 6/21/2023

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate knowing you enjoyed your stay. Please come back to see us again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

This place exceeded our expectations! Very comfortable and clean! Wonderful location!

Anne-Marie W. - Posted: 6/10/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again

Colonial Properties staff

Property was clean and comfortable. Nicely stocked with basic essentials. Enjoyed the regular size washer and dryer. Decorated cer cute. The 2nd bed broke and i called maintenance, they were there and fixed it right away. Will definitely be back in the future.

Laura D. - Posted: 6/7/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

We had a lovely stay. It has the most wonderful views and is the perfect distance from the action. Condo is exactly as described.

Shelley H. - Posted: 6/7/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

One of showers faucets did not work and dining room light switch quit working. Other than those problems our stay was very nice.

Harry B. - Posted: 5/6/2023

Thank you for your review of Bear Necessities! We’re glad to hear that, despite these issues, you had a nice stay. We apologize for the malfunctioning faucet and light switch - our team is dedicated to providing an attentive service and pleasant guest experience, so we’re sorry they did not meet those expectations. Rest assured, we will have both the faucet and switch seen to as soon as possible. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention – it helps us ensure that our guests enjoy a comfortable stay in the future. We appreciate your time and would love to have you come back again!

Colonial Properties staff

My daughter, granddaughter, and I had a lovely stay here. Great location and plenty of room. Had everything we needed, and was close to activities for my six year old granddaughter.

Brenda T. - Posted: 4/24/2023

Thank you for your kind words, Brenda! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and had everything you needed at Bear Necessities. It's always great to hear that our location has been convenient to activities for our younger visitors! We hope your whole family had an unforgettable stay with us and would love to welcome you back again soon.

Colonial Properties staff

Spring Break 2023 We always love Bear Necessities. It gives my 7 year old grandson a place outside to play which puts him in heaven. See you in September. This was our 6th time staying here.

Lora G - Posted: 4/13/2023

The condo was great!

Ann A. - Posted: 4/4/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Great Vacation This condo was perfect! It had everything we needed. It was clean and the view was beautiful!

Linda W - Posted: 3/25/2023

Everything in like the website

Alexis L. - Posted: 2/21/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Loved it! Condo was awesome! Very quiet area with beautiful views. Hope to come back in the fall!

Sandy C - Posted: 1/25/2023

Our stay We loved how decorated it was for Christmas and how clean it was. We loved how comfy and affordable it was. We would love to stay here again.

Megan M - Posted: 1/25/2023

Anniversary vacation This was our first time in Tennessee and we loved it. Everything was perfect. Place was awesome. Close to every attraction we booked and very quiet.

Sharon F - Posted: 1/25/2023

Condo was awesome! Very quiet area with beautiful views. Hope to come back in the fall!

Sandy C. - Posted: 1/20/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Great Condo for our family of 4. Perfect size and accommodations. Close to all of our planned event and view of the smokey mountains each morning was amazing. Even though it was cold we sat outside drinking our morning coffee looking up at the wonderful mountains. All the basic necessities were in the house upon our arrival and while the kitchen utensils were a bit sparce they were perfect for us to make our morning meals before heading out to our daily activities. We usually would arrive back at the condo in the evening and relax in the living space that had a blend of a nice large couch and rocking recliner chair. Would recommend for a family size of up to 4 people who need a nice base camp in Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area that allows you to quickly go to all of the wonderful activites in this area.

robert t. - Posted: 1/6/2023

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

We loved how decorated it was for Christmas and how clean it was. We loved how comfy and affordable it was. We would love to stay here again.

Megan M. - Posted: 12/20/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

This was our first time in Tennessee and we loved it. Everything was perfect. Place was awesome. Close to every attraction we booked and very quiet.

Sharon F. - Posted: 12/13/2022

Thank you for the review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

The property was very clean with all of the amenities such as items for the kitchen and bathrooms. It was conveniently located in the middle of Pigeon Forge. I had excellent communication with the host and many texts anticipating our arrival.

Martha W. - Posted: 11/28/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Thanksgiving weekend in Pigeon Forge This property was very clean with gift boxes containing all of the extra amenities for the kithen and bathroom. It is conveniently located in the middle of Pigeon Forge. I had excellent communication with the host including a phone call and many informational texts.

Martha W - Posted: 11/28/2022

The place is true to the description and pictures. It was BEAUTIFUL and peaceful and clean. Very very nice and me and my daughter loved it and it was also very quiet. We will definitely come back to this place next year. We really enjoyed our stay.

Sandra M. - Posted: 11/14/2022

Thank you for your review. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and can't wait to see you back again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

Awesome! Everything you see on the pictures and description is true! This place was beautiful and clean and the fall decorations just made it that much better. Very nice and comfortable and very quiet. We definitely enjoyed our stay and plan to come back next year. I would give this place a 10! Thank you so much.

Sandra M - Posted: 11/12/2022

Condo was great! Neighborhood quiet. Did not realized when booked that you had to go down a stairs to get to the door. A little challenging as the two menfolk have trouble walking. Except for the door for the washer and dryer coming out of the track in my hand it was a very nice place to stay. Well decorated and set up for guests.

Marjorie H. - Posted: 9/20/2022

Thank you for the feedback and for the review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities!

Colonial Properties staff

A nice homey feel and very clean and quite Condo enjoyed our stay

Rosettes B. - Posted: 9/12/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Awesome rental This place was very clean and very quite It was very homey and we enjoyed it We will call again The rental agency was extremely helpful and we couldn’t have been more pleased Rosette

Rosette B - Posted: 9/11/2022

Bear necessities was the perfect family retreat! The home looks just as pictured and you can tell the owners take great pride in their home, it was cutely decorated for the fall season. Everything you could possibly need in the condo and tucked away from hustle and bustle but close enough to all area attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg! Kids also enjoyed the tic tac toe board and the pool during some down time. Great place and highly recommend.

Heather C - Posted: 9/7/2022

Thank you for the review!

Colonial Properties staff

The home looks just as pictured and you can tell the owners take great pride in their home, it was cutely decorated for the fall season. Everything you could possibly need in the condo and tucked away from hustle and bustle but close enough to all area attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg! Kids also enjoyed the tic tac toe board and the pool during some down time. Great place and highly recommend.

Heather C. - Posted: 9/6/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Great location, close to everything

Lisa H. - Posted: 8/5/2022

My family of five stayed here and had the best spring break vacation. The condo was perfect and quiet to relax. We really enjoyed the wood fireplace in the evenings and drinking coffee in the mornings on the back porch looking at the beautiful mountains.

Jenifer G. - Posted: 8/5/2022

The location was great and the condo was beautiful! I would definitely stay there again.

Amanda P. - Posted: 8/4/2022

We had a wonderful stay!

GARY L. - Posted: 8/3/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Clean, quiet, relaxing

Jackie B. - Posted: 7/28/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Excellent Nice & quiet place. Condo was very nice and clean. Hope to stay again.

Jackie B - Posted: 7/27/2022

I normally do not do reviews, but this was my first experience using Vrbo, and have no complaints at all. The property was very clean, quiet and the location was perfect in my opinion. If we go back to Pigeon Forge in the future we will definitely be staying here.

Jody L. - Posted: 6/29/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Clean and convenient! We enjoyed our stay and property was convenient to everything and was in a quiet location. Would love to stay again!

Betty M - Posted: 6/29/2022

We enjoyed our stay. It was clean and comfortable. There was a problem with the shower and when I reported it, they had it fixed within a couple of hours. I was very impressed with the response time. The area was very quiet. Almost like we were the only ones there. Check in and check out was so easy. We needed medical equipment for my husband and the office was great in helping us co ordinate receiving and returning it. We would definitely stay here again.

Nancy A. - Posted: 6/16/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Everything was clean neat and complete. We all felt very comfortable and enjoyed our stay!

Arlene P. - Posted: 6/2/2022

This property was perfect! Close to everything! We enjoyed staying here and plan to stay again!

Lori B. - Posted: 5/7/2022

We stayed for a week and could not have been more pleased with the condo and the location. It was so cute the way it was decorated for Easter. We will definitely be back and I highly recommend renting this sweet condo!! Oh and it was spotless!! Very clean!!!

Vicki M. - Posted: 4/30/2022

Really good very nice people to ask questions got answered right away

Wanda Y. - Posted: 4/29/2022

The property was just what we wanted a place our 6 year old grandson to play. He loved playing outside the condo. His imagination took over and he played for hours. The inside was decorated for Easter and beautiful. We truly enjoyed relaxing and spending time together as a family. A great vacation

Lora G. - Posted: 4/21/2022

The entire experience was fast and the communication with property manager was excellent. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to get away.

Ginger G. - Posted: 4/9/2022

We enjoyed our stay as we came to visit the Smoky Mountains. The location, layout and cleanliness of this rental was great. We couldn’t find hand towels for the kitchen and bathrooms. The dumpster for the garbage is located at the other property. Laundry door wasn’t opening and closing easily. Lots to do in the area and plenty of good food and restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay!! Thank you.

Becky W. - Posted: 4/3/2022

We had a great stay. The condo was easy to find, super clean and very comfortable. It had everything we needed. Bed is comfortable and the area is very quite. The perfect place to relax after a busy day at the numerous attractions or an arduous hike. Everything is minutes away. If we are in the area again would love to stay again.

Eric W. - Posted: 3/8/2022

No complaints! Great place to stay! Convenient to all the fun of Gatlinburg without the higher prices and crazy traffic to be close to the city.

Katie W. - Posted: 2/13/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We enjoyed having you all and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

The condo was very clean. It was easy to find. Close to everything but also very quiet and peaceful!

Angela S. - Posted: 1/18/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Excellent We enjoyed our long weekend here! The condo was very clean and stocked with everything we needed. We were close to strip but it was still quiet and peaceful. We will definitely stay here again.

Angela S - Posted: 1/18/2022

Thanks

Yulipssa S. - Posted: 1/8/2022

Thank you so much for your review! We hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Easy accessibility to everything you need. Shopping, grocery store, attractions. The condo was clean and spacious. I would recommend to friends.

Renona T. - Posted: 12/26/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Everything was so simple. Which was nice considering all we wanted to do was relax

Lisa M. - Posted: 12/20/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and were able to relax. We hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

great stay

Rosemary M. - Posted: 11/24/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We hope that you all will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

very clean uni great location. Easy access and good management.

Steven B. - Posted: 11/20/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

We had a great stay. Well equipped condo close to everything yet felt secluded, too. We recommend this unit to anyone, as long as it is available when we go back.

James R. - Posted: 11/9/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities and we hope that you will come to stay with us again.

Colonial Properties staff

Great access to the parkway & attractions. Peaceful & quiet. Could not have asked for more.

Matt S. - Posted: 10/31/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Bear Necessities. We hope that you will come to stay with us again!

Colonial Properties staff

Decorated so nicely for fall. Great place close to the parkway and all attractions. Enjoyed our stay!

Debra A. - Posted: 10/22/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will stay with us again soon!

Colonial Properties staff

Home away from home We felt so at home in the Bear Necessities condo and enjoyed its location and a personalised warm welcome from the owners. Beautifully decorated for the season and continuous check ins to ensure we were happy with our stay. A great places to stay and close to many attractions both commercial and to beautiful nature parks. Throughly enjoyable.

Sharon M - Posted: 10/17/2021

Great condo The condo has everything we needed. There was plenty of room for my mom, daughter and myself for our annual fall break trip. We loved the fall decorations. It was very comfy and cozy.

Beverly P - Posted: 10/16/2021

Fall Trip Everything was in great order and condition! Very clean and quiet. Within close proximity to everything

Steven P - Posted: 10/11/2021

Everything was in great order and condition! Very clean and quiet. Within close proximity to everything

Steven P. - Posted: 9/9/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay!

Colonial Properties staff

Excellent Very clean and nice . Close to all activities. Recommend for future stays.

Michael W - Posted: 8/29/2021

I reviewed on a different link

Amy M. - Posted: 8/14/2021

Excellent This property was wonderful! Clean and cozy. The patio area was lovely to sit on in the evening! We will def stay here again if we come back to the area!

Amy M - Posted: 8/13/2021

The condo was very well maintained, spacious, well equipped, and just great for my family of 4. The location was only a 5 minute drive to the main strip. I would highly recommend this condo for your stay in Pigeon Forge.

Rebecca C. - Posted: 8/3/2021

Stay at Bear Necessities condo Very nice and close to entertainment and restaurants and shopping. Good price and the view was also great

James E - Posted: 5/28/2021

Excellent Loved it. It’s out of the way and still very close to everything. Best of all it was very quiet. We felt like we were home. Great place to stay

Lawrence G - Posted: 4/18/2021

Absolutely wonderful Very clean and new. Had great views and close to markets and main shopping area.

Ivan M - Posted: 4/4/2021