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It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room

Family-friendly cabin in Gatlinburg with a hot tub

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Relax & Unwind in the Hot Tub
Property grounds
Campfire Fun - Make Memories & S'mores
Bears, bears, bears
Dining with a View

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 - Upper Bedroom Suite - En Suite Bathroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main Level Bedroom - Shared Jack & Jill Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Main Level Bedroom - Shared Jack & Jill Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Small Upper Bedroom - Shared Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Small Upper Bedroom - Shared Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room

Make Family Memories at Halfway to Heaven – Your Gatlinburg Mountain Retreat!

Looking for the perfect family getaway in the Smoky Mountains? Welcome to Halfway to Heaven, a spacious, fun-filled cabin nestled in the scenic Chalet Village of Gatlinburg, Tennessee—just minutes from downtown, hiking trails, and family attractions!

This family- and pet-friendly cabin sleeps up to 14 guests and is packed with amenities to keep kids, teens, and parents happy from check-in to check-out.

🏡 A Cabin Built for Family Comfort & Fun

Spread across three roomy levels, Halfway to Heaven offers:
• 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms—plenty of space for the whole crew
• 2 cozy fireplaces (seasonal) for family movie nights or game time
• 7 Smart TVs with streaming + Roku boxes
• Game Room with PlayStation 5, full-size pool table, and Multicade,a classic arcade game
• Fast WiFi, streaming and cable TV for your digital needs
• Washer & dryer for easy cleanup after your outdoor adventures

🌲 Outdoor Adventures Just Steps Away

Your family will love the private backyard retreat, complete with:
• 6-person hot tub under twinkling LED patio lights
• Campfire pit for roasting marshmallows & telling stories
• Charcoal & gas grills for easy family meals
• Two spacious decks with peaceful mountain views

And yes—black bears often wander by! Many of our guests check “see a bear” off their bucket list here. (Just remember to keep doors and cars locked!)

🌞 Family-Friendly Resort Perks Included

Your stay comes with free access to Chalet Village’s family-oriented resort amenities, including:
• 3 outdoor pools (seasonal), kiddie pool, and a fun splash pad
• Pickleball & tennis courts
• Fitness center
• All just minutes from your front door!

Need more indoor fun? A quick 20-minute drive takes you to the Gatlinburg Community Center (reasonable daily fee applies) with:
• Indoor pool
• Bowling alley
• Indoor pickleball courts
• Basketball & fitness classes

🎡 Explore the Best of Gatlinburg – Just 8 Minutes Away!

Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, Halfway to Heaven puts you close to it all:
• Downtown Gatlinburg – Dining, shopping, candy shops, mini-golf & moonshine tasting
• Ober Mountain – Year-round fun with skiing, tubing, and mountain coaster
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Hiking trails, waterfalls, and wildlife galore

🚗 Easy Access for Families
• No stairs to enter the cabin – helpful for strollers or grandparents
• Parking for up to 4–5 cars
• Main-level bedrooms (2) and bathrooms (2) for easy mobility

🛏️ Bed Set Up - Perfect for Families!

Upper Level:
• Primary Suite with king bed + private bath

• 2 bedrooms each with Queen bed (ideal for kids or teens!) + EZ access hall bathroom

Main Level:
• 2 bedrooms each with Queen bed + 2 full bathrooms + sleeper sofa in Living room

Lower Level:
• Game room + sleeper sofa

🐾 Pet-Friendly

Bring your four-legged family member along! We welcome well-behaved, house-trained pets (pet fee applies).

🆕 Recent Updates Your Family Will Love
• New PS5 and arcade games in the game room
• Cozy LED lights above the hot tub
• New tiled shower in primary bedroom, new flooring, TVs, sofas with matching love seat, and kitchen appliances
• Updated bathrooms and stylish new decor

Halfway to Heaven is more than a cabin—it’s where your family will make lasting Smoky Mountain memories. Whether you’re planning a holiday, a summer trip, or a cozy winter escape, we’ve got everything you need for a fun, relaxing, and unforgettable family vacation.

📅 Ready to book your stay? Contact us today to reserve your dates!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
Pet Fee required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ober Mountain and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ober Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyBridge - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Traffic Light #10 - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is It's Fall in the Smokies! Nov 16-21 Open-Bears*Campfire Fun*Pet Friendly*Game Room located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ober Mountain and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 291 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

David R.

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

Nice place to stay

It is a very nice place in the woods. Had bear 2 nights. The second night they hung around for 45 minutes. In all had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha D.

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

Great Cabin!

Spacious cabin, close to downtown Gatlinburg. We had a great time making memories with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance P.

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

Great stay

Just enough space for everyone & everyone enjoyed the games & pool table. Owners was very good about checking in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Wow!

This was our first trip to Tennessee and we weren’t sure what to expect but the house and location really helped to make it special. The house was great, we were a group of 11- all ages, plenty of room. The bears visited us multiple times a day, every day and were really fun to watch! We watched them climb up on the porch and tree. Lock your car doors because we watched them get into several of the neighbors cars. One even made off with a cooler!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Family vacation 2024

We had a great time. The drive to the house was an experience in itself. Bear visits each day of our stay. House was nice, clean, comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elwood l.

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

Half way to heaven is 100% correct

It was amazing very clean and the bear activity great seen 5 at the cabin sat out on balcony and watched them just chilling they were not a threat. At all it was AMAZING
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Cabin

The ceiling leaked from upstairs bathroom Hot tub was cold and dirty
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Upstairs bathrooms needs remodeling badly and the pull out couches had mold stains on the mattresses, but the hosts were extremely fast,curious,and responsive to any issues. They're top notch and extremely professional. Would've been 5's across the board without the mold and upstairs showers. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Denise R.

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

Nice stay

The cabin was very nice. The sink in master leaked. We had alot of problems with the bears. We were unloading our truck and a bear came and opened the truck and got in. We also had a momma bear and cub come on the deck and got into our cooler. The experience was nice . We did sit by the fire but did in the afternoon because of the bears. Other then that great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kitty V., Canton, Ohio

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bears Bears Bears

Very nice cabin nestled in the mountains. Didnt have any issues with the cabin but would be nice for some sort of blinds for the livingroom and dinning room area since the bears come right up on the deck. The bears were to active for us to use the firepit. The only bad thing was it rained the whole time we were there. Did not like the driveway but the cabin was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This spacious cabin was perfect for our group. It was very clean. With such a large group, we do cook a lot of meals at the cabin. There was plenty of cookware, dishes and glasses to accommodate our needs. As stated in the description, we had enough supplies to start, but with staying 8 days, we needed to replenish toilet paper, paper towels and dish soap. The rooms were cozy and comfortable.We were thrilled to experience daily bear sightings, even a momma with 3 cubs climbing a tree nearby. Very facscinating. We made sure we didn't leave any food items out and cleaned the grill quickly after using it.We took advantage of the pool pass. The pool we chose was just a short drive away. It had 3 pools with lovely scenery surrounding.The hot tub was a nice bonus. It was very clean and relaxing. Even though there are cabins nearby, it was very peaceful to hang out on the decks, of course, keeping an eye out for bears.Whenever we had questions, it was very easy to text and get a hold of the host. They responded very quickly and gave us helpful suggestions to make our stay a great experience. Our experience at this cabin made our vacation a memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tena G.

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

Great Location and Loved the wildlife!

We absolutely loved the cabin's location. It was prefect to view the all the bears and there were lots of them that came by!! I do wish there was better patio furniture I missed having rockers or a swing. This is the only cabin we have ever stayed at that did not have one or both. The chairs on the deck were nice but small and we had several people who were big guys and the chairs were to small for them. Other than the outdoor furniture it was great! even had a playpen for the babies!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

darleen o.

Hope to go back next year. There was plenty of room for the kids and adults. Really good time thanks

We had a great time. The video game down stairs needs a new red knob . The DVD player on the living room do not work. Thanks for bringing more towels over. The bears come over every day. We like to see them . Hope we left the cabin in good condition.thanks for everything
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Tony J.

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

Bear Country

This property is a good value. Plenty of room for a large group and most of the amenities you will need. There were a lot of lights that did not work and some issues with the televisions but overall we enjoyed our stay and the property management was very kind and helpful. Just be prepared for the bears here. Keep your doors locked. They will put small scratches on your vehicles. If you leave it unlocked they will get inside. This is our second stay at this property and bears were bad both times - Enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B.

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

Family trip July 25th thru August 1st

Our group of eight truly enjoyed our stay. It was originally for 14 but half could not make it due to Covid. Twenty year olds had several pool tournaments. Hot tub was enjoyed. Only concern would be parking. We had 3 large 4WD trucks which were a tight fit. Four cars would fit fine. But this was a fair trade off to not having stairs to the front door. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

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

Everything we were looking for

We had wonderful weather during our stay. The cabin is a short hop to the state park which we enjoyed. There were bears every day but if you made noise they ran away. Grilled a bunch and enjoyed the campfire at night. Would do it all over again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

My vacation

All was great except we only had two tvs that worked only one of fivetvs in bedrooms worked we called in did what we were told to do they still did not work
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa A.

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

Family Thanksgiving

It was a great family Thanksgiving cabin. The property is beautiful, and the property managers were great. I saw two bears! I will be back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

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

Heaven

Loved, loved, loved. Saw bears every day. So relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shannon M.

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

MILLER FAMILY GETAWAY

Few suggestions: blinds or curtains are needed in rhe main family room. With the morning sun rising its tough in that room and heats up fast. Comfortable beds. Very small Kitchen. Not sure why you have to put up your dishes when you pay a 250 cleaning fee. Most places you just start the dishwasher. Not very pet friendly for pottying. Small little grassy area. Welcome package was a nice touch. One video game was broken but they offered to send someone to fix it. If you small children you might want to bring something to block the stairs, 2 sets. Hot tub was clean and nice. Overall a nice cabin. kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Exactly what we were hoping for!

Bear sightings, Pink Jeep Tour, Country Tonite show. Fun by all eight of us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Girls trip

Close to downtown Seen several bears every day
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul c.

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

Bears, bears bears

Nice place fit my family very well. Bears all over the place.... very close to dowtown Gatlinburg and 25 mins to dollywood. Would stay here again. Parking is a little sketchy but manageable..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

M. L.

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

True mountain experience.

Older log cabin roomy and comfortable for a large group.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

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

Great Lovation

Excellent location in the woods. Communication was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sea and Sky Rentals - Your Team Members: Renee, Bret and Robert

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We are Val & Renee' Morel. This is a photo of us in 2015 while on a family vacation in Seattle, Washington.

A team member of Sea and Sky Rentals is available 7 days a week to answer the questions of our guests.

Why they chose this property

Why did we buy vacation homes in Gatlinburg Tennessee? We both love the mountains. In fact, we got married in Gatlinburg at Chapel in the Glen (go to: chapelwedding dot com). Gatlinburg is beautiful in all 4 seasons. We just love vacationing here!

Why did we buy Halfway to Heaven cabin?
We call this cabin "Bear Central". Guests are thrilled to see bears around the cabin almost year-round! Best time to see the bears is Spring, Summer, Fall and early Winter. It is thrilling to see these beautiful, big animals.
We caution our guests that bears are wild animals. Keep in mind that momma bears often have cubs nearby. So, please give the bears space. Keep a safe distance of 100 ft or more, do not feed the bears and be sure to always lock your garbage in the bear-proof trash container we provide at the top of the driveway. We recommend watching these amazing bears from inside the cabin. The cabin has glass doors and large windows on every side of the cabin so you can take great bear photos from inside the cabin!

What makes this property unique

Halfway to Heaven is a spacious cabin in Gatlinburg, TN. The cabin is family friendly and pet friendly. Lovely mountain views can be enjoyed year-round at the cabin. Unique features of the cabin include: bear and other wildlife sightings, sleeping for up to 14 guests, 4 full baths, nice (gently sloped) backyard, 2 gas fireplaces (available for use October - March), pool table, hot tub, Pack & Play portable crib, Wi-Fi, free local & long distance calling in the Continential US, cable TV with movie channels, 3 La-Z-Boy sofas and 2 La-Z-Boy recliners.

Languages:

English

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