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AMISH-BUILT CRAFTSMANSHIP AT ITS FINEST! Welcome to Bear Mansion Getaway, a remarkable 5-bedroom mountain retreat offering 3,560 square feet of handcrafted character in Sky Harbor Resort, conveniently located between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge! Personally designed and built by its original Amish owner with family and a small team of craftsmen, this extraordinary cabin began as an untouched wooded homesite that the owner helped clear, excavate, and prepare himself. Following the concrete pour, his crew completed the framing, roof, doors, and windows in just 12 days! Inside, discover custom-milled tongue-and-groove woodwork from a Kentucky sawmill, specially milled exterior log siding, and beautiful kitchen cabinetry handcrafted in Michigan by the owner's cousin. The impressive dining table was built by the owner in his own workshop, transported to Tennessee, and assembled on-site, while much of the rustic bedroom furniture, including log beds, was custom-made by family craftsmen. Even the flooring, expansive decks, and railroad-tie retaining walls reflect the family's personal labor and attention to detail. Designed to accommodate up to 12 guests, the spacious three-level layout features three separate living areas, a welcoming great room with fireplace, generous kitchen with island seating, and an upper-level loft. The lower-level entertainment area offers a pool table, arcade games, air hockey, and TV lounge. Outside, unwind on two levels of decking with peaceful wooded surroundings, deck lighting, and a private hot tub. Additional highlights include Starlink internet, ample parking, and access to Sky Harbor's catch-and-release fishing ponds. Approximately 7 miles from Dollywood and 9 miles from downtown Gatlinburg, this distinctive getaway blends authentic craftsmanship, family-built details, and excellent short-term rental appeal. More than another cabin, Bear Mansion Getaway is a Smoky Mountain retreat with a story all its own!
