This was our first trip to the Smoky Mountains, and my husband and I were thrilled with this cabin! It was beautiful throughout--new construction with gorgeous finishes. It had everything we could need: comfy beds, nice appliances, a leather dual-reclining sofa, large TVs, reliable WiFi, an electric fireplace, a hot tub, and gorgeous views. The carved signs of popular trails in the National Park were a beautiful touch.
Although my husband and I had planned lots of hiking adventures and didn't expect to spend much time in the cabin, we were grateful for the comfy sofa and large TV when we had several days of heavy rain and national park road closures that prevented us from getting to some of the trailheads. We also loved having the hot tub to soak and massage our sore muscles after our long hikes.
The owners were incredibly quick to respond when we had a question. They were helpful and are clearly dedicated to ensuring a wonderful guest experience.
Did I mention the bears? We saw one from the hot tub (it was down the hill on the road below), one as we drove down the mountain mid-trip, and a family of three enjoying acorns from a fallen branch in the road on the day we left. These were in addition to the ones we saw in the park. The owners warn not to leave any food in cars, so take that seriously.
We can't wait to return to this cabin for our next Smoky Mountain adventure!