Welcome to Bear and Bull Lodge, a luxury 4-bedroom mountain retreat in the private, gated community of Wolf Laurel in Mars Hill, NC. Overlooking the newly renovated Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Lodge, this beautifully maintained mountain home offers year-round Blue Ridge Mountain views, a Viking hot tub, expansive decks, two fireplaces, true gigabit fiber internet, and a peaceful setting close to skiing, hiking, rafting, golf, ziplining, and Asheville.
Designed for family vacations, holiday gatherings, ski trips, remote-work stays, and mountain getaways, Bear and Bull Lodge blends the warmth of wood, stone, and natural textures with the modern comforts today’s guests look for most. Vacation rental marketing trends continue to emphasize high-demand amenities like hot tubs, fireplaces, fast Wi-Fi, EV chargers, proximity to trails/slopes, and recreation-focused spaces, making this home especially well positioned for direct-booking guests planning a memorable Western North Carolina escape.
What You’ll Love
- Private mountain home in the gated Wolf Laurel community
- Overlooks the newly renovated Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Lodge
- Year-round Blue Ridge Mountain and ski slope views
- Viking hot tub with mountain and slope views
- Expansive multi-level decks with outdoor seating and fire table
- True gigabit fiber internet, ideal for streaming, remote work, and trip planning
- EV car charger
- Two fireplaces, including a wood-burning fireplace in the great room and a gas fireplace in the primary bedroom
- Easy access via paved roads
- Close to skiing, hiking, whitewater rafting, ziplining, golf, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, and Biltmore Estate
Home Features
4 bedroom | 3 bath | sleeps 12
- Nearly 3,000+ sq. ft. mountain-style retreat lodge
- Open-concept main living area built for gathering with family and friends
- Great room with wood-burning fireplace, dining area, and beautiful mountain views
- Second great room for extra space to relax, watch movies, play games, or spread out
- Fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops, large island, double oven, and gas stovetop
- Main-level split-bedroom layout for added privacy
- Bedrooms with full-view glass doors leading to the deck
- Primary bedroom with gas log fireplace and direct access to the deck
- Primary bathroom with clawfoot soaking tub, slate floors, and walk-in shower
- Comfortable mountain-lodge design with wood, stone, and natural finishes
- Ideal layout for families, couples traveling together, ski groups, holiday stays, and year-round mountain vacations
Outdoor Features
- Expansive multi-level decks with long-range and short-range mountain views
- Viking hot tub overlooking the mountains and ski slopes
- Outdoor fire table for relaxing evenings on the deck
- Covered deck space for enjoying the views in multiple seasons
- Porch hanging bed for quiet mornings, afternoon naps, or reading with a view
- Comfortable outdoor seating for the group
- Peaceful landscaped setting within the gated Wolf Laurel community
- Nearby access to hiking, exploring, creeks, ski activities, and outdoor adventure
- Close to Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Lodge — so close guests can walk to it
- Beautiful setting for watching skiers and snowboarders in winter, fireflies in summer, and stars at night
Practical Details
- Yonder provides linens for all beds; any additional sleeping arrangements require guest-provided linens
- Easy paved-road access to the home
- Year-round access for most vehicles; AWD or 4WD may be required if snow or ice are present
- Country Club amenities are not available to guests
- Linens & towels provided — one set per guest
- Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
- Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
Location Highlights
Located in Mars Hill, NC, inside the gated Wolf Laurel community
Overlooks Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Lodge
Walkable to Hatley Pointe for ski-area access, dining, and seasonal mountain fun
Approx. 25 minutes to Downtown Mars Hill
Approx. 40 minutes north of Downtown Asheville
Approx. 45 minutes to the gates of Biltmore Estate
Approx. 55 minutes to Asheville Regional Airport
Close to hiking trails, skiing, snow tubing, fishing, golf, ziplining, whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoeing, and scenic drives
Near Navitat Zipline Adventures for a fun group outing
Close to Pisgah National Forest access and the Blue Ridge Parkway
Great home base for motorcycle touring, biking, hiking, rock climbing, rafting, and exploring Western North Carolina
Easy day trip to Asheville for restaurants, breweries, galleries, shopping, spas, live music, and the River Arts District
Seasonal bonus: enjoy “Food Truck Monday” at the country club during the summer season
✨ Exclusive Yonder Biltmore Ticket Benefit When you book, you’ll receive a special code for discounted Biltmore Estate tickets. This guest-only perk makes it even easier to enjoy Asheville’s most iconic experience. Learn more about our Biltmore Estate ticket discount program.
✨ Yonder Experience Program Enhance your stay with discounts to curated adventures and immersive experiences—from falconry, fly fishing, and waterfall hikes to in-home chef dinners, art workshops, rooftop bar tours, yoga sessions, axe-throwing, scavenger hunts, and more.
Learn more about our Yonder Experience offerings.
Professionally managed by Yonder, our local team is dedicated to delivering a smooth, high-quality guest experience from booking through check-out, with thoughtful care and consistent support every step of the way. Our Guest Experience Team is available every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM by phone, text, message, or email, with emergency support available overnight.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Clean Guarantee All homes are backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. The details are disclosed in your rental agreement.
Check-In / Check-Out Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We’re happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can’t be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pets Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.
Quiet Policy This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren’t permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Payment, Cancellation & Travel Insurance Please review our policies here.
Extended Stays Reservations of 30 days or more are subject to review; stays exceeding 90 days require an additional agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Military Discount We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests. This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest’s name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.