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Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table

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Spa
Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 13557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table

Eagles Nest at Big Bear Estates

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Get ready to experience North Carolina like never before at this exquisite estate surrounded by lush foliage and rolling hills. As soon as you arrive, you will drive into the gated, manicured entrance see the eagle on top for which the home is named. As you make your way under the timber-framed porte-cochere and pass the koi water feature at the doorway, you will already be slipping into a fairytale. The front door opens to a large living room featuring plush furnishings, eclectic decor, a bar perfect for entertaining, a gas fireplace to cozy up beside, and access to the patio which looks out to breathtaking mountain views. There will be no need to fret about mealtimes, as two kitchens and dining tables await to make preparing and enjoying meals together a breeze. The main kitchen on the upper level boasts a large pantry, double ovens, two dishwashers, and a gas cooktop. This level also features two bedrooms including the first primary suite with a gas fireplace, a flatscreen TV, a luxurious jacuzzi tub, and a covered veranda with mountain views!

The lower level will be the hub for entertaining those who want to indulge in a bit of friendly competition, as the den features a gas log fireplace, a pool table, and an open layout that leads seamlessly to the home office area, dining area, and second full kitchen. The unique wall of glass at the front of the home will allow plenty of natural light to flood into this lower level, especially if you are taking advantage of the desk and high-speed WiFI for some remote work. This level is home to three more bedrooms when it is time to get a bit of shuteye.

If you really want some peace and quiet, an updated studio suite is is accessible by a garage staircase off the game room. The studio offers a fantastic full bathroom, plush bedding, a small dining area, a Keurig for that morning cup of coffee, and a private balcony overlooking the property.

Best of all, the outdoor spaces available to you will complete this unforgettable escape. The covered veranda is furnished with comfortable seating, a propane fire pit, and a top-of-the-line gas grill, so summer evenings will be best spent outside soaking up the fresh air. Walk to the detached deck and you can soak in bliss with loved ones in the private hot tub. For a bit more action, the private tennis court will be just the place to practice your serve and play some doubles!

Things to Know
High-speed WiFi
Dog-friendly (one max under 40 lbs)
*Guests must bring their own racquets and tennis balls to take advantage of the private tennis court.
Laundry facilities on both levels
* Please note that a friend of the owner visits the home once a week to take care of the Koi.

This home is a combination of The Rock House at Big Bear Estates and The Guest House at Big Bear Estates, which can be rented separately.

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 40 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

73715

About the neighborhood

Map
Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Balsam Spa - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 24 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pisgah National Forest and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Balsam Spa. LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Waynesville Dog Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Spectacular Wooded Estate W/ Private Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Veranda & Pool Table Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Great home for a larger family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Girls family weekend
Loved the porch and outdoor fireplace also the large dining area was perfect for us. Oh if you could have heard the conversation of 8 women 😂Wonderful trip.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat
This was an excellent property and we loved the views!! Spacious and the porch was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Spectacular
Great house for gathering and entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Bunch
Perfectly wonderful property. Accommodated 10 people comfortably with no issues. The grounds are spectacular and the back porch with its view of the mountains is out of this world. Would recommend this property highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!!!
Beautiful home with various colors, themes, furniture and artwork. Everything is as described. Lots of living space. We had a great time and plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rikki B.

Big Bear during Hurricane Helene
This home is a fortress! We arrived on Thursday the day hurricane helene was coming to Waynesville. We arrived, the house was clean and beautiful. Friday morning we woke up and both roadways down the mountain were washed out, the garage flooded from a support wall breaking due to water flooding down the mountain. We lost power around 10am Friday but the generator kicked on almost instantly which was great. We were able to conserve our power to only cooking. We hung out on the beautiful back porch. The home could use more shovels and supplies incase of an emergency. On Sunday we were forced to evacuate the home. We had to help build a road to get our vehicles off the mountain. The neighbors on the mountain are absolutely wonderful and we all worked together to get us off the mountain. Waiting to see if Vacasa is going to give us a refund for forcing us to leave. The home has comfortable beds, great amenities and a fabulous property.

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with plenty of room to spread out. The only downside was that the water heater couldn't keep up for 8 guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

charlotte e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
no walk in the park
things never addressed, NO T.V. no repairs made after a call 2x HVAC not working, no towels and washrags for 11 adults as stated in amenities' towels and linen furnished no washer or dryer downstairs stated in amenities no adequate covers due to AC unit not working. then your list of things to do when leaving, empty trash10 miles away. we left earlier than what we paid for. $$$$monies
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Drew M.

Amazing views on the patio
Overall the house is a great place to spend a week! We spent many mornings and evenings on the back porch (though closer to sunset since it gets pretty warm while the sun is above the horizon but it's gorgeous once the sun sets and the fireflies come out). There's tons of room in the house, including a nice studio above the garage and amenities like the billiard table and tennis court (bonus - there's a basketball hoop). If you do a lot of cooking, bring your favorite knives and maybe a pan or two. The kitchen is stocked but the knives and pans are worn. We also had an issue with the refrigerator on the main floor not keeping a cold temperature, but we were able to use the one in the basement. Someone else mentioned the musty smell in the apartment above the garage. That smell is likely sewer gas from the shower, and we had to keep the bathroom door closed to prevent it from spreading to the rest of the room. With a little TLC this place could really shine but even with the issues above, it's still an amazing house and we'd recommend it.
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4/10 Poor

Liza D.

Broken down, moldy and musty. It was once a beautiful home but obviously Vacasa, the property man...
Big and spacious. Plenty of amenities to keep family entertained. We had multiple issues that caused inhabitable sleeping arrangements for 3 of my guests and no help from Vacasa with issue. Ceiling tiles missing with insulation exposed and leak in one bedroom. Missing bedding for 3 of my guests. Begged and pleaded with Vacasa to help but only got promises and no one ever came. The house has mold and rotting sheet rock. May have a plumbing issue because the apartment over garage had a musty odor.

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Outdoor Spaces
This beautiful, uniquely decorated place provided our family a great place to stay and enjoy time together. We spent countless hours in the outside spaces. For us, the couch and 4 chair set up around the gas fire pit, overlooking the mountains was was the biggest highlight of the house. Also, we were left plenty of propane so that was a plus. We also enjoyed the tennis courts and hot tub. Upon arrival, we encountered one bedroom not being usable due to a recent water damage, but a refund was issued to rectify the situation. So, I appreciated the customer service on that.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

katrina J.

Wonderful time and great house with incredible views!!! A++++
Every year our family rents a house to celebrate Christmas together early. This house was perfect and provided plenty of room for everyone. The views were also wonderful and the town just what we hoped for. So many great restaurants and small shops. Make sure if going in December you check the town calendar. We were there during the Christmas evening celebration that included horse drawn carriage rides, carolers and shops open into the evening to name a few. Thank you for making this time so special. Katrina
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
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8/10 Good

Tim R.

Great place to stay with 9 adults.
The house was very spacious and clean. A few things to make the stay better. LP bottles were all empty? Lack of bath towels. Master bath only had one large towel. No garbage bags. Have to bring garbage with you when you leave??
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome staff trip
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here! We had 7 people in our group and we had so much fun hanging out together. Each person had their own bed and just a few had to share a bathroom. We learned that the thermostat for the two bedrooms on the main level is in the living room. There was no hot water in the kitchen, the baseball room downstairs or in the apartment above the garage. The shower drain was super slow in the bedroom main level on the left. We have notified management of all of these things. Just wanted to let you know in case they are not fixed before you come. None of these things damped and our time together. We thoroughly enjoyed the downstairs area where we were able to hang out, play pool, darts and have drinks together. We enjoyed the kitchen table where we played games and had lots and lots of laughs. We enjoy the spaciousness of the house and how everyone had their own place to go when it was time to go to bed. Awesome place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Melissa P.

Beautiful home, wonderful family vacation-but general upkeep needed
The house was wonderful and was very clean when we arrived. We had 12 family members stay-from 19 to 70, and everyone enjoyed the eclectic uniqueness of the home. There are issues that need to be addressed on this property that have obviously been ignored for some time. The main fridge is barely cooling. The freezer works fine, but the ice drawer is broken and should be fixed or at least labeled. The bottom oven in that kitchen doesn’t close, either. The kids finally found a remote control in the closet by the master bedroom that operated all the tvs. There are probably 20 remotes laying around the house that don’t work to operate any tv. At the very least, the non-operable remotes should be thrown away and the one that does work should be labeled and put somewhere easy to use. This day and age, a common area tv that people can use to log into their streaming services would go a long way. A few other issues is that there was only one dishcloth in the whole house and we could have used more of them, as well as potholders and more towels. I don’t believe that there were working lights by the hot tub, which made it dangerous at night. Lastly, there is a strong sewer smell in the room above the garage. From the reviews, it has been an issue for some time. We had to leave the windows open to make is somewhat tolerable. There is also a heavy sewer smell in the backyard, especially in the morning. As i said, we had a wonderful stay for the most part, but there is general maintenance and upkeep of the property that needs to be done.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Mansion in the Mountains
This is our second time staying there for a month. We stayed Sept 2022 and now Sept 2023. The main house at Big Bear Estates is an incredible house with everything you could want. It has 6 spacious bedrooms, a fabulous kitchen, a beautiful porch with a killer view, and a great playroom with an additional bar, pool table and even a piano. Fireplaces throughout are great but the big fire table on the porch with the wrap around couch and seating was our favorite place to hang out. The tennis court is in great shape and the hot tube was a daily favorite. The location can't be beat. The house comes with so many extra features I can't name them all. The Kitchen contains every possible utencil, dishes, etc you could ever want... including a gas stove. Double dish washers came in handy for entertaining. This house is perfect for entertaining. High speed Spectrum Cable internet is critical if you are doing business from this location. Even the back up whole house generator came in handy once when the power went out. The other thing you will find is one of the most increadible art collections I have seen. There are beautiful pieces from around the world. It is truly a unique rental. We only had a couple super minor complaints but Vacasa did thier best to resolve them quickly. There are too many TVs, Direct TV boxes, Cable TV boxes, stereo systems, whole house speakers, and about 30 different remotes with no instructions. Since we stayed a month and I'm technical, I figured it out but for the short term visitor, figuring it all out would be a challenge. Otherwise I would highly recomend this increadible house.

6/10 Okay

Kelly D.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
So close
The place is so close to being awesome but the lack of maintenance really shows! 1) We were given a gate code, the gate was not closed when we arrived nor did it ever close we fretted it might close on us at anytime. 2) the koi pond constantly leaks over the entrance way. 3) way too many light switches that seem to do nothing, labels are easy 4) guidance on the house surround system would be nice, never could figure out the downstairs and it was the third day before finding the controls for upstairs. Also would be helpful to dispose of all the old remotes and components. It is just confusing.5) were never able to get the TVs to work in any of the downstairs bedrooms the garage loft bedroom and the master bedroom. 6). The sliding glass doors and decks that were off limits were very inconvenient 7). The basement bedroom with twin beds had a blind in such a tangle it could not be lowered. 8) The dishwasher near the sink has a broken mechanism on the soap/pod dispenser. 9) the master bedroom was horrible! TV did not work, lights and heater in the commode room would not turn on, we used a flashlight. No power in the outlets. The GFI plug was tripped but would not reset. No lights in the closet either. Mold in multiple places in the shower. And the mattress was so broken down and hollow in the middle that we would roll into it and could not move away from each other. Finally the antiquated toilet had to hold handle for 10 seconds. There is more but your field limits length
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth T.

Wonderful house
All in all it was a wonderful stay, beautiful views and a beautiful house. Bring extra towels, toilet paper, paper towels. etc. They give you enough to start but not finish. :-)
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10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Spacious mountaintop home w unique decor
Our family stayed here over the Christmas holiday and we enjoyed the views, pool table and ability to spread out
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

If I could give this stay a 10 I would
Our family did our annual Christmas trip at this house this year. We absolutely loved it. Lots of room for our family to spread out but we were also able to spend time together too! Would definitely come back.

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large family!
The house was great for a family of our size. Lots to do in the area and had an awesome view from the back porch! Thanks again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Diann I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Wonderful View and Huge House
The house and grounds were beautiful. Although it had a wonderful view of the mountains it was still not too far from a grocery store, the dump and restaurants. There were wonderful adventures within 45 minutes drive. Unfortunately there were not enough towels, toilet paper and one bed was unmade. And there was no laundry detergent. There were minor issues in the house that need repair. But we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a gorgeous property!
We loved our week in Waynesville staying at this fantastic property! The layout of the house is perfect for bigger families. A huge plus is that there are 2 bedrooms with private baths on the entry level so my 85 year old parents never had to use stairs! The view from the back deck is breathtaking and the sunsets amazing. Probably the cleanest house we’ve ever rented. Close to Asheville, tubing in Canton, and the waterfall trail. Perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cristobal B.

Highly recommend!
Great all around! Very well kept and an awesome time for the family vacation or a quick get away from home. I will add that the only thing I found displeasing is the hot water heater was having an issue. Nothing major over all 5 stars because the house is just that amazing. Will return soon!