Bear Lake Reserve is the premier vacation destination in western North Carolina. Our pristine property features beautiful vacation rental homes, a wealth of amenities and activities, incredible views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and a wonderful team providing top-notch hospitality every step of the way. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway with friends or a summer vacation with family, enjoy an elevated mountain lake resort experience at Bear Lake Reserve.
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A Wealth of Amenities
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or staying for a lifetime, our community is home to a wide variety of features and fun events for all ages to enjoy including:
• Dining, shopping, swimming, and more at our state-of-the-art Lake Club
• Breathtaking mountaintop golf from our 9-hole Nicklaus Design Course
• Tennis and Pickleball from our stunning courts at the summit
• World-class flyfishing from our serene ponds and streams
• Boating, swimming, kayaking, and numerous other activities centered around the calm, temperate waters of Bear Creek Lake
• Miles of hiking trails winding throughout our property and the surrounding region
• Excellent gathering places for a variety of events such as Mill Pond
• Pavilion, The Amphitheater, The Point, and nearby Castle Ladyhawke
• Incredible views from The Overlook and other fantastic vantage points
• Plenty of adventures and places to explore throughout nearby Sylva and the rest of Jackson County, NC

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Pickleball Tournament

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Kids Christmas Party

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Bootleggers and Bigfoot Hike

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Holiday Spirits: Cocktail Crafting

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Holiday Game Night

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Christmas Eve Happier Hour & Potluck

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Christmas Movie Marathon

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A Toast to Dreams: Creating Mocktails and Vision Boards

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Family Campfire Cookout

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Boutique French Champagne Tasting with Paired Bites

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Bingo Night
