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Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

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Birdseye view of the cozy living area
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a large wooden barrel, and a comfortable sofa.
Cozy living
Living area
Livingroom is decorated with Native American art

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

I fell in love with the Smoky Mountains since the first time I set eyes on them. I came down to Gatlinburg for some R&R and next thing you know we bought a chalet to eventually retire in. I fixed it to my liking and now family, friends and YOU are able to enjoy relaxing and a great adventure…hence the name “Secondhand Lions” (a favorite movie of mine). Conveniently located just a few short minute’s to downtown Gatlinburg or to the top of Ski Mountain (Ober Gatlinburg), quiet walkways and, of course, the Great Smoky Mountain park entrance where the adventure really begins.

“Secondhand Lions” …Tranquil setting with all the comforts of home! The great room is decorated in Native American art. The bedrooms are equipped with a pair of Jacuzzi Hydro Message Tubs for that deep relaxation after a long day of hiking or shopping- whichever you prefer.

Surrounded by trees and wildlife make this a very relaxing and comfortable stay. ( Warning: we have bears frequent our deck and seem to be able to open unlocked car doors). Please take a photo of your stay and send me if you encounter a bear on the property. We will display it on our refrigerator.

Special weekly rates and off-season rates…call or email to find out. Enjoy in season Owners Club facilities (choice of 3 on the mountain).

Thank you for choosing our “great mountain getaway”!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Owners clean up after pets or a charge will apply.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 433024vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this chalet is near theme parks and near a water park. Island at Pigeon Forge and Old Mill are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Mountain. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Anakeesta - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Myron Mixon Bbq Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! located?

Located in Chalet Village, this chalet is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ober Mountain and within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg Convention Center and Anakeesta are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 312 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 312 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this cabin in Gatlinburg! The location was perfect—close enough to downtown to enjoy all the attractions, restaurants, and shopping, yet far enough away to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting.We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the Smoky Mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet was perfect for our family and our furbaby! Very clean and lots of great amenities. This is our second stay with Dave and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying with Dave at his beautiful chalet! He is an excellent host, and the location is perfect...close to the park, Gatlinburg, and the bypass. We'll be back next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave was a great host. The house is beautiful and very close to Gatlinburg. When we were there the house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. We were there to celebrate Thanksgiving and cooking our turkey dinner was no problem in the well supplied kitchen. I hope we can return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly as described. So clean and very cozy. The driveway was steep but will not prevent us from staying here again. Loved that it was pet friendly. Would highly recommend this chalet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. Loved the house. The hot tub, the two jacuzzi tubs. Decorated for Christmas. The Kureg upstairs made my day!! House smells amazing. And I really enjoyed the cedar wood throughout the house as well!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel A.

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

Amazing Place

Amazing place to stay. Quiet,clean , great location just minutes from Gatlinburg. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great Place to stay near everything

Property was exactly as shown and described. Great place for a small family or couples
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanner K.

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

Great place

Close to everything but yet far enough away to forget about everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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

Great week!

We really enjoyed our stay. It felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah K.

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

Great cabin on a very scary road

We enjoyed our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Wonderful getaway

Wonderful chalet! Super close to downtown (light 10) but felt miles away and secluded. All amenities needed for a little getaway. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Vacation

It was a great cabin had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly K.

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

Vacation

This was a very nice chalet to vacation. Owners club was very nice also.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Clean and quite

Loved it so much we will be back. Everything you need we stayed all week it was easy to get to both towns very quite loved it. the host was great and very friendly. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita S.

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

Gatlinburg, Smokey Mountains getaway vacation

We had an awesome time, everything was perfect. We even got to see a black bear on the property. We hope to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Nice little place in the Mountains

Great little getaway. Guaranteed to see some wildlife. If you like Indian motifs, this place is very nice for a couple of couples retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gesika B.

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

Memorial Day Trip

We had a fantastic time. We loved to be on the deck and listen to the water flowing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, loved the pools.Wish there would have been an area for my puppy to feel comfortable however she did learn fast to use the driveway.The home was everything we needed and more. Beds were comfortably house was roomy and so nice to be able to space out and watch tv in different areas of home.Porch was nice to set on and enjoy the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with the family. It was close to the mountain for skiing and the town for fun. Driveway was steep and would scrape the bottom on the minivan. Just take it real slow. Unexpected hot tub outside. Thought it was just the jacuzzi tub inside. The temp was 99, but wouldn’t get warmer then that. Great mountain getaway. Bunch of dvds. But the dvd player was not plugged in. Owner had an issue with other renters who unplugged stuff and stated they hired someone to fix it. Requested not to touch or unplug anything. Recommend getting another power strip so the dvd player could be used or having the handyman come back out to complete the job. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jo c.

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

Awesome!

Very clean, everything as described, easy check in and great communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard W.

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

Perfect New Years

Had a great New Years with another couple. The Chalet is perfect for two couples with separate living quarters. Awesome location. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Great cabin getaway for the family

Would book this cabin in a heartbeat again... Conveniently located to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, and comfortably slept our family of 5. Modern appliances allowed us to cook meals in the condo easily, and the DVD selection was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta h.

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

smokey mt chalet

we stayed here for a weekend away, brought the teens and pupp. we all enjoyed the house! we even got to see bears from the hot tub!! was a neat experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

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

Recommended, Great Location

This was our first-time visiting the Smokey Mountains and using Vrbo. We had the feeling of being at home with all of the same comforts. Wish we could have stayed longer. Convenient, round 5 minutes from downtown yet quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave Lyons

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Vered and I are two souls that love the outdoors. We climb mountains and hike all over the nation and internationally. We have climbed Mt. Rainier, Mt. Washington and Mesada in Israel. We're always looking for an adventure!

Why they chose this property

We were in Gatlinburg just passively looking at properties. We came across the one here at 991 Stans Road and fell in love with the potential. We refurbished it but still have big plans...for instance a waterfall with hot tub on the edge near the big windows. We want this to be our oasis because we love the area...it's like living a vacation!

What makes this property unique

'Secondhand Lions' is uniquely positioned. It is close to just about everything...not far up the mountain....just right! It's cozy but very spacious...very relaxing while viewing nature out of all those windows.
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