We stayed here as part of a larger trip which started with a week in Manhattan and involved driving most of the east coast and south. During the course of the stay we stayed at the 60 Thompson in NY and the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, and we have found that we enjoyed our time at this b&b more than either of those. It may have been that we had just spent a crazy week in the city, but maggie valley seemed literally like a secluded paradise. The stream right under our balcony drowned out any outside noise and completed the sense of escape. The most surprising aspect of the stay was the breakfast - it was incredible. After spending a week eating at the nicest restaurants of Manhattan for a b&b breakfast to seem amazing is very impressive. We will definitely be going back.

What an incredible way to spend an anniversary.Our first time at a B&B and not our last at Black Bear Cottage. We were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome, and treated this way the entire stay. Our streamsong room was true to its name. Just open the french doors in our room and the stream will sing you to sleep. The breakfast each morning was out of this world. Thank you again for an anniversay we'll always remember!

What a great place with the natural "music" of a fast running stream right under you private deck. Breakfast was delivered out there each morning at you appointed time by a very cool innkeeper. A very cozy living room with fireplace made for most enjoyable evenings. The four poster bed made of branches from trees on the property made for a fantastic night's sleep. If you are looking for a rustic cabin with all the comforts of home and then some, this is the place for you. Thanks again.

My husband, Rich, and I stayed at Black Bear Cottage for 2 nights, along with our longtime friends, Bruce and Shirley. From the welcome note on the door to our final departure, all was well. The cottage is exceptionally equipped with many lovely amenities and of course, bears on everything.
Coming from Tucson, AZ with an 8 year drought, to an absolutley lush landscape and an actual stream on the property, I was in heaven. One day, I went outside and it was raining so I just stood there, arms outstretched, and sang, "Singing In The Rain".
Sandee and Larry are the right people for propietors of this vacation spot. Hug-loving Sandee has loads of personality and thinks of everything to make one comfortable and handsome Larry is quite an accomplished photographer. His incredible photos adorn the cottage walls.
Breakfast was certainly delicious and the conversation hearty and comical!
If you are looking for a place in the mountains where peace, quiet and accommodating hosts anticipate your every need, give Black Bear Cottage a try.
Sherry and Rich Hagenah