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Smoky Mountain Retreat Hot Tub · Fire Pit · Game Room

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Property grounds
Property is surrounded by trees for the ultimate privacy
Dining for 6.
Outdoor fire pit
6 person Viking hot tub with color changing LED lights! Also has a great view!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6133.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Next To Heaven
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Walker Sisters Place
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Smoky Mountain Retreat Hot Tub · Fire Pit · Game Room

THE SPACE
Escape to Tall Timbers — a classic log cabin tucked into half an acre of private woodland in the heart of Wears Valley. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or a friends' retreat, this cabin delivers the perfect mix of seclusion and convenience, with Great Smoky Mountains National Park practically in your backyard.
Step outside to your wrap-around porch, settle into a rocking chair, and breathe in the mountain air. When the sun goes down, fire up the hot tub (with color-changing LEDs), gather around the firepit, and let the stars do the rest.
Inside, the cabin sleeps up to 6 across two king bedrooms and a sleeper sofa, with soaring ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space that feels warm and spacious without being overdone. The fully equipped kitchen means you can cook a real meal when you want to — or just brew a Keurig and head back to the porch.
When the mood turns competitive, head downstairs to the game room: pool table, Infinity game table, and a mini fridge stocked for the occasion. Four Roku smart TVs mean everyone can wind down on their own terms.
Amenities at a glance:

Private hot tub with color-changing LEDs (drained, cleaned & refilled between every stay)
Firepit
Pool table & Infinity game table
Jacuzzi soaking tub
Gas log fireplace
2 king beds + sleeper sofa (sleeps 6)
2 full bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen — 4-burner electric stove, microwave, standard & Keurig coffee makers, full cookware & utensils
Washer & dryer
4 Roku smart TVs
Sony Bluetooth speaker
High-speed WiFi
Keyless entry
Central air & heat
Charcoal grill with hood
Off-street parking (2 spaces)
Baby safety gate & Pack 'n Play available
Mini fridge in game room

GUEST ACCESS
The entire cabin is yours — all indoor spaces, the wrap-around porch, firepit area, and hot tub. The only exception is the mechanical closet. Self check-in via keypad makes arrival easy any time after 4 PM.

NEIGHBORHOOD
Wears Valley is one of the Smokies' best-kept secrets — a quiet, forested valley that puts you between the energy of Pigeon Forge and the tranquility of Townsend, without the strip traffic. You're surrounded by a small, peaceful community of cabins with plenty of privacy.

7 miles to Townsend
12 miles to Pigeon Forge
15 miles to Dollywood
17 miles to Gatlinburg
Minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park hiking trails

Check out my Guidebook for local restaurant picks, hidden hikes, and the best spots the tourists don't know about yet.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
The cabin is stocked with starter supplies to get you settled — towels, bath essentials, paper products, kitchen basics, and hot tub towels. For longer stays, you're welcome to pick up extras locally or reach out and we can arrange delivery for a small fee.
Winter guests: Wears Valley is beautiful in the snow, but the community roads aren't always plowed quickly. Keep an eye on the forecast before arrival and consider travel insurance — it's always a good call in the mountains. Four-wheel drive is recommended if snow is in the forecast.
HOA note: Trailers are not permitted, and there isn't space to turn one around on the property.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Firepit- Modest fires only. FULLY extinguish fire with water when finished. Do not leave fire unattended.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Wears Valley, a neighbourhood in Sevierville, this cabin is near theme parks and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Dollywood are not to be missed. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Next To Heaven - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Walker Sisters Place - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Metcalf Bottoms - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Jasper Beer Garden - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Smoky Mtn Cabin: Hot Tub, Firepit, Pool Table, Fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smoky Mountain Retreat Hot Tub · Fire Pit · Game Room?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smoky Mountain Retreat Hot Tub · Fire Pit · Game Room on 17 May 2026 start from AU$260, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private Smoky Mtn Cabin: Hot Tub, Firepit, Pool Table, Fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Smoky Mtn Cabin: Hot Tub, Firepit, Pool Table, Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Smoky Mtn Cabin: Hot Tub, Firepit, Pool Table, Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Smoky Mtn Cabin: Hot Tub, Firepit, Pool Table, Fireplace located?

Located in Wears Valley, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Next To Heaven and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Metcalf Bottoms and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was helpful when we ran into an issue and the amenities were gave us options of things to do while staying there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone really enjoyed pool , the view was beautiful, the cabin was cozy, warm, and gorgeous, not to mention the great location. Host was awesome, we had no difficulties, and great directions, polite. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is located in a very quiet and wooded area. Very beautiful setting. Everything was comfortable and well maintained. Even though there are cabins close by, it feels secluded because of the wooded area and just how quiet the area is. Would recommend for small groups (it was me and my two boys).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was exactly what we all needed. If you’re looking for a place that’s out of the busy but close enough to make a drive in, this is the spot for you. It’s quiet, clean, has all that you need and feels like a luxury experience. We will stay here again for future trips to the Smoky Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Enjoyed our time in Tennessee and the cabin was amazing. Very clean and family friendly. The location was great very close to town and still quiet & cozy. I highly recommend staying here .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect.

We very much enjoyed the cabin and the host was quick and easy to talk to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for Smoky Mountains

Nice quiet property very close to the entrance of the Smoky Mountains National Park. Loved the hot tub and pool table. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay in Wears Valley

The property was easy to find, based on directions from the homeowner. The cabin was very clean and we had no issues with anything during our stay. We enjoyed the hot tub and the pool table and just sitting on the deck and watching the fireflies. The fire pit was great. The only thing that we didn’t expect was the close proximity to other cabins. Ryan was very responsive both before and during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful area. Property well maintained. Very quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Vacay

We throughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and comfortable with all the amenities we needed. The Host was very good at communicating with us during our stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, peaceful, and charming

Stayed for a long weekend and the place is amazing. Everything was as expected or better! It was very clean, quiet, and was a perfect peaceful getaway! 5 stars and it deserves it. Thank you for the great stay, I would highly recommend for anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families

The cabin was easy to get to and the floor plan is great for families. The 2 levels aloows for privacy it you need it or get together when you want. Our kids and grandbaby stayed downstairs and it was if they had a cabin to themselves. Loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Log Cabin Atmosphere

We loved all the wood in the cabin; walls, floors, and cabinets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hjoel a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Was very good and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cabin getaway

Everything was perfect and very clean. I've stayed in many cabins and never had owners be so caring and check up on us the way he did. Great location for a getaway, you're not right in town but close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay - would recommend!

We looked to book a property in the Wears Valley area and found Tall Timbers. We couldn't have been happier with its location to Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky Mountain NP and the Tail of the Dragon. The cabin was very clean with great amenities and provided absolutely everything we needed for a relaxing a vacation. Communication with our host was easy and efficient. Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr. Sharp

One of the nicest cabins we have stayed at! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Great place to stay. The neighborhood was quiet. We did not need to have any communication with management because everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Getaway/June 2023

The cabin was clean and comfortable, and met all our needs. The location was away from all the traffic and congestion but only a few minutes(great views going in) from Pigeon Forge. The cabin was well maintained and well stocked in the kitchen. The owner was nice and easy to contact for any questions we had and responded quickly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Darlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet & great porch!

While this property was in a nice location (although no views), it was a 'little' convoluted to get to. Good directions from Host but until you drove it a few times, you still had to use a GPS. Because it is located in the woods, when you enter it is dark inside even during the day. It was 'okay'..... kinda clean (a few issues). 1. Dishwasher had standing water inside (didn't use it) 2. Pool Table Felt needs to be replaced (main reason we choose this cabin) 3. Cobwebs all over the porch (needs to be cleaned) 4. Leaky kitchen faucet 5. Two corners of Kitchen Table Rug have curled corners and despite buying & buying & using Scotch Shipping Tape, we could not avoid tripping over the rug. 6. We felt that some chair cushions would really 'HELP' when using the kitchen chairs OR the porch rockers! 7. Just infor for 'Host" there is a broken Curtain Rod & Bent hinge on the downstairs door going outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and everything worked. The only complaint I have would be the master bedroom mattress. One side of the mattress was sagging pretty good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay away from the crowds

Quiet neighborhood far enough away from the crowds of Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge so that you could have peace & quiet but close enough for us to easily drive to either town to play tourist. Close to Cades Cove as well. Really enjoyed the porch just watching the leaves fall and the squirrels & chipmunks scamper about. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

jerry m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wears valley

The cabin upper bath room needs a new shower head very little water pressure in bath room sink
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Property

We had a great stay at this cabin tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood. The home fit our needs for our family of four. Our time was spent there mostly in the evenings after a full day of hiking and site seeing. The majority of our meals were prepared on the grill, which was adequate, but could use an upgrade. The kitchen amenities met our needs for the most part. The porch was peaceful to relax on in the rocking chairs. We even were able to see several bears in the back yard, which was quite a sight and one of the highlights of our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Our Stay!

We loved our stay here! The location was nice and convenient, so we could access the offerings of the national park without it being loud or crowded. The home was clean and as-advertised—we especially enjoyed the hot tub, charcoal grill, and pool table.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Hall

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Hi, I'm Ryan — an engineer by trade and a Smoky Mountain enthusiast by heart. I grew up in the era where a family vacation meant piling into the car and heading somewhere that felt completely removed from everyday life. That's exactly what I wanted to create with Tall Timbers.
I stumbled across Wears Valley while exploring the quieter side of the Smokies and immediately knew it was something special. No strip traffic, no tourist chaos — just mature hardwood forest, mountain views, and the kind of stillness that actually lets you decompress. I bought the cabin because I wanted a place my own family could escape to, and sharing it with guests has turned into one of the most rewarding things I do.
As an engineer, I'm wired to solve problems and sweat the details — which means when something isn't right at the cabin, it gets fixed fast. I take the cleanliness, maintenance, and guest experience seriously because I know you're trusting me with your vacation. I respond to every message within the hour and genuinely want your stay to be the best part of your year.
When I'm not hosting, you'll find me outdoors — hiking the Smokies trails, fishing the local streams, or just sitting on a porch with a cup of coffee watching the mountains do their thing. I hope Tall Timbers gives you that same feeling.

Why they chose this property

Wears Valley chose me, honestly. I'd driven through a dozen communities in the Smokies looking for the right spot, and the moment I came down into the valley I understood why locals call it the Jewel of the Smokies. It sits between Pigeon Forge and Townsend — so you get the best of both worlds. You can be at Dollywood or Gatlinburg in 15 minutes, or you can turn the other direction toward Townsend and the quiet entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and feel like you have the mountains entirely to yourself.
What I love most is that Wears Valley hasn't been overdeveloped. It still feels like a real Tennessee mountain community — local restaurants, friendly neighbors, wildlife in the yard, and a pace of life that actually slows you down. The fall foliage here is staggering. October weekends when the leaves peak and the valley turns gold and red are something I never get tired of watching from the porch.

What makes this property unique

Most cabins in the Smokies are either perched on a steep ridge with a view but a treacherous driveway, or they're tucked into a resort community where you can hear your neighbors. Tall Timbers is neither. It sits on a half-acre lot surrounded by mature hardwoods — completely private, completely accessible year-round, and completely quiet.
The combination of amenities is hard to find in a 2-bedroom cabin at this price point: a private hot tub that's fully drained and refilled between every single stay, a game room with both a pool table and an Infinity game table, two king beds with private bath, a wrap-around porch with rocking chairs, and a gas fireplace — all on one level of wooded privacy in one of the most beautiful valleys in Tennessee.
We also handle the details that most hosts overlook. The hot tub is never "resting" or "being serviced" when you arrive — it's always fresh, clean, and ready. The cabin is stocked and spotless. And if anything ever comes up during your stay, I'm a real person who responds fast and fixes things.

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