Bear Necessities Chalet

08/24/2024

Bear sighting tonight on the way home from dinner

08/23/2024

Good morning. It’s going to be a beautiful day in the Smokies

07/26/2024

06/30/2024

06/23/2024

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06/23/2024

Get your tasting passport today. It’s good for the duration of the event

Enjoy food tastings from states across the U.S.A., live entertainment, and famous Americana landmarks at Anakeesta's United Tastes of America

06/08/2024

Story of The Donut Friar

06/02/2024

Bear Necessities loves The Donut Friar

05/18/2024

04/28/2024

We’ve got more Music on the Mountain this weekend, featuring Nashville Artists Taylor Teasley Music and Tori Hughes!

Be sure to stop by 6-9pm Sunday and Monday for an evening of Country Music on top of the mountain at the Gatlinburg SkyPark!

04/28/2024

Happy Sunday! Is today your favorite day of the week?

04/28/2024

It’s a beautiful morning here at Bear Necessities Chalet.

04/28/2024

Looking for Convenient Parking in Gatlinburg? 🚗

The Gatlinburg SkyPark offers paid parking nearby at 510 River Road. It is a short walk away and right behind the Gatlinburg SkyPark.

Parking Lot Hours: 8am - 9pm

04/28/2024

Greetings From Gatlinburg! It’s a beautiful morning in The Village!

04/27/2024

Today has been a perfect day here in the Smokies. Wildflowers continue to bloom. You don’t have to go very far outside of Gatlinburg to see some of the most beautiful wildflowers in the world.

04/03/2024

Hidden gems to visit on your next visit to the Smoky Mountains

Explore beyond Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge in the Smoky Mountains! While the iconic views draw in millions, there are hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Check out these five lesser-known spots. Full list in the comments!

03/26/2024

Who else loves The The Donut Friar? Bear Necessities Chalet does!

Good morning "Y'all", with high winds today, we have fast "sails". Come try out our in-house made donuts and Italian pressed espresso.

03/12/2024

The Donut Friar will be celebrating their 55th anniversary this year. I don’t know about you, but The Donut Friar is a must every time we come to Gatlinburg. Love their Bavarian cream filled eclairs. What’s your favorite?

03/07/2024

01/10/2024

Book your next stay at Bear Necessities today. It’s apart of the Mountain Laurel Chalets family.

DRUMROLL, PLEASE 🥁: We're thrilled to announce that beginning January 11, Ober Mountain resort will be part of our complimentary Xplorie guest concierge program. From snow skiing and tubing during colder months to downhill mountain biking and mountain coasters when the warmer temps roll in, Ober Mountain provides year-round fun for the whole family. MLC guests will receive a free Unlimited Activity Wristband for every day of your stay!

As many of you already know, when you stay in a Mountain Laurel Chalets vacation rental property, you get so much more than just a place to sleep. We aim to provide you with a first-class vacation experience, and one of the ways we do that is through our partnership with Xplorie. Xplorie provides our guests with a complimentary concierge service, making it easier than ever for you to plan and book activities and excursions while you're in our neck of the woods. Along with personally curated activity suggestions put together by their knowledgeable staff, Xplorie goes a step further and offers our guests free tickets to major area attractions for every single day of your stay. Eligible attractions include Ober Mountain, Dollywood, Dollywood Splash Mountain, WonderWorks, SkyLift Park, and a variety of shows, including Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show in Pigeon Forge. In fact, there are over 20 attractions to choose from!

When you stay with Mountain Laurel Chalets, you received a free ticket to EACH of the program's attractions for EVERY SINGLE DAY of your stay, no strings attached. Sound too good to be true? It's not. It's simply part of the Mountain Laurel Chalets difference. Visit MtnLaurelChalets.com to find out more, and book your 2024 stay with us today!