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New Modern Cabin / Mountain Views / Ideal Location
We had a wonderful, relaxing time at Taylor's home. Terrific outdoor space whether rain or shine. Comfortable layout and great kitchen. Would stay again.

Lazy Acres at Highfield Cabins
Very clean and comfortable when we first arrived. Check in was easy and directions were great. We will visit again as our friends are right up the mountain from their place. We enjoyed it! Thank you!

Wooded seclusion-1 mi to Deep Creek Smoky Mtn Park
Excellent location. Cabin was just as described. Quiet cabin in a peaceful location. Easily accessible. Short drive into town and only about 15 minutes to Cherokee. Cabin had everything we needed.

#8 High Country Haven Camping and Cabins
Cute little cabin that worked well for what we needed. Location was great. Not far from ingles and Clayton is only 25ish minutes away. Would recommend.

Summer Special! Hot Tub, Pond, Fire Pit, GSMNP!
Everything was exactly as described. Furniture was beautiful, the upstairs bathroom is brand new & GORGEOUS. Very clean.

Adventure Cabin With Gear Garage, Fire Pit, Grill
Accurate photographs of the room and surroundings. Perfect directions to find the location. I just wish there was an extra blanket. I have no other complaints about this listing and I would stay again.

Firefly’n; log cabin near smoky mtns polar express
Beautiful place convenient to alot of different things to do. Very clean and had an awesome selection of cookware to use. Plan to come again soon. Would highly recommend!

Sunflower Cabin w/secluded location
Rhonda’s place is a definitely a hidden gem! My accommodations had fallen through and Rhonda was extremely helpful, responsive, and friendly. My dog and I felt right at home. The area is really beautiful and the location could not have been more secluded. As far as “primitive cabins” go, this setup is the best value you’re going to come across. Also make sure to pet their friendly office bear!
Homes near Great Smoky Mountains

Beautiful Mountain Home-Pets!
We really enjoyed our stay! We were looking for a cute and comfortable place to stay while we were in town for my daughters musical performance at WCU. Greta's house was perfect. It was very clean and beautifully decorated and is very close to the university. This is a great house!

1920s cottage- walk to DT WVL!
We had a wonderful stay at Jennica’s Airbnb. She was very friendly and responsive to our booking and messages, and she provided a great guide for things to do, dining, and shopping. We’ve visited Waynesville often, and her guide is filled with our favorites. The cottage is nicely decorated and furnished, very clean, and comfortable, especially the very comfortable and stylish living room recliners and couch. The kitchen and bathroom have everything you need. Best of all, the location is perfect! Some of our favorite places (diner, bakery, and bookstore) are in Hazelwood Village and are only a short walk down the street. Downtown is within walking distance (for some) or just a couple of minutes drive to park and walk in downtown. And the surrounding area is beautiful for outdoor adventures. We also attended an event at WCU, which is only a 30-minute drive. We are so glad that we have found Jennica’s Airbnb and hope to stay again. Thanks!

Tranquil country home NW of Asheville w/ Hot Tub
We stayed here to attend a wedding in the area. The host was very communicative, the house was very nice, clean and comfortable. Would stay here in the future if we are ever in the area again.

New Mountain Cottage w/Hot Tub, Firepit, Fireplace
We had a great overall experience, we always love the waynesville area. The home was clean, organized, and exactly as described. Host was very thorough with instructions and very easy to Interact with. 10/10 would stay again!

West Knoxville’s Modern Home *Dog Friendly/Crib*
This is a nice area. Easy to find. It was a good spot for a overnight stay passing through. Thanks for having us.

Cottage style farm house
Crisa’s listing was awesome. Quiet, out of the way place that was pet friendly, even had puppy treats, but was close to local dining. Crisa was very helpful. 10 outta 10, would stay there again!

Home Sweet Home-1/2mile from Parkway
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was just as advertised and had many amenities to make us feel right at home. The hosts were so kind and responsive. You also cannot beat the location right off the Parkway. I have already sent this listing to friends who are planning to travel to the area. This is how an Airbnb should be run.

Downtown Living, Newly renovated and elegant
Very convenient location to all of the places we needed to go for this trip! The hosts were great and the accommodations were nice. We felt relatively safe but like in many city areas there were transient people asking for help & factory buildings that were abandoned/condemned & of course the train which wasn’t too loud but definitely noticeable. The beds were very firm (which some guests may like) but it was hard on our backs/shoulders. There were some soft spots in the floor covered over with plank flooring. There was only one mirror in one of the bedrooms that we had to share getting ready for the wedding. (Although there was also one in each bathroom). Overall it was a great option for our 6 person group visiting for wedding related gatherings!
Cottages near Great Smoky Mountains

Brookside Cottage
Our stay at Julie and Roger's cottage was amazing. The cottage was clean and comfortable. The setting was absolutely gorgeous. We will definitely go back.

Creekside Fairytale Cottage-Hot Tub-Cozy Fireplace
The space is perfect. The house is charming, clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful time in Hot Springs and wish all the best for this lovely community. Thank you for being so accommodating and helpful for every part of our visit.

Experience 5 Star Stay, 24 acre Farm
Insanely amazing stay!! So peaceful and calm to be surrounded by such beautiful nature and animals all around you. Waking up to the cows was an amazing sight and great way to start the day. The hosts themselves were so friendly and helpful with all the recommendations, this place is worth it 110% I can’t wait to come back!

Lingerlong Cottage downtown Brevard
My husband and I booked Mike's place because it was recommended to us by family that lives in the area. It did not disappoint, in fact, it exceeded my expectations. I can't say enough of how clean and welcoming it was, and after a long drive we were so happy to unwind in such a perfect place. The location was also extremely important for us. It was near our family and it was walking distance to Main Street. We were a short drive to favorite restaurants and to Pisgah National Forest. I would not hesitate to recommend this place and look forward to visiting again. Thank you Mike! We appreciate your hard work in maintaining such a lovely place.

Cheerful, Private Cottage on Oak Forest Farm
What an absolute gem!! We loved staying here during our cross country trip, beautiful property, squeaky clean, and comfy! Getting to wake up to the grazing horses and goats was such a plus! If you’re considering staying here— do it!!

Comfy Creek Side Cottage In Town; Perfect For Two
We had a wonderful stay in the Highlands of NC. Staying @ Charlie’s was easy and relaxing. Very clean and appointed accommodation. Would recommend this place for a trip to the Highlands.

Creekside Cottage
Always a great time staying here!! The roaring little creek is the best!! There are 2 friendly ducks that stop by for a treat and come back every day to visit. It's such a nice place with a 80% smoothly paved road from the main road.

Lake View - modern style cottage
A beautiful and peaceful places in the mountains, can’t wait to return!
Your guide to Great Smoky Mountains
All About the Great Smoky Mountains
One of the great natural treasures of Appalachia, the Great Smoky Mountains rise up along the Tennessee-North Carolina border in the southeastern pocket of the United States. The Smokies are also a designated National Park, drawing nature lovers and outdoor adventurers from all over the world with lush valleys and challenging peaks. Wildlife is abundant here, with more than 1,000 black bears calling the park home and hundreds of bird species to be seen (look out for screech owls).
Whether you’re looking for the excitement of tubing down a snowy hillside, prefer a leisurely kayak along the river, or fancy an afternoon sampling the breweries in nearby Gatlinburg, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has you covered. Enchanting fall foliage attracts annual visitors, while spring brings carpets of wildflowers and rushing waterfalls. Part of the fun is deciding just how you’ll explore the mountain range, which contains 150 hiking trails, the Cades Cove driving loop, and plenty of bike-friendly travel routes.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Great Smoky Mountains
Spring in the Smokies means wildflowers in bloom, black bears coming out of hibernation, and an exquisite spring vegetable harvest for the area’s restaurants. The summer brings an abundance of activity, both in the wild and in the mountain resort town of Gatlinburg, where open-air festivals fill the calendar. Fall is renowned for the changes in foliage that occur here, and if you’re taking advantage of the many Smoky Mountain vacation rentals or have a Smoky cabin rental lined up, there are plenty of viewing points around the park to make the most of the seasonal show. If you prefer crisp winter days — and have packed accordingly — the festive season makes neighboring Gatlinburg worth the trip, with parades and light shows accessible via the year-round trolley service.
Top things to do in Great Smoky Mountains
The Foothills Parkway
Lauded as one of the most beautiful drives in the United States, the Foothills Parkway winds its way across the foothills of the northern Great Smoky Mountains. The road runs for 72 miles along parts of the Little Tennessee River as well as through portions of Blount, Cocke, and Sevier counties, with numerous viewpoints over the Smokies themselves.
Cades Cove
Take a five-mile hike or drive up to Cades Cove, a lush valley with a few historical timber buildings leftover from its time as a residential mountain outpost. This protected valley is now a favorite spot for visitors hoping to spot grazing wildlife, gold and pink sunsets, or a sea of dancing fireflies during summer. The paved loop is closed for cyclists on Saturday and Wednesday mornings, and there are hikes to Abrams Falls. If you’d like a guided tour, both public and private options are available.
Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg is a mountain resort town nestled on the northern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains. It has an interactive pinball museum, a Space Needle with panoramic vistas from 400 feet in the air, and plenty of local distilleries, breweries, and wineries worth visiting.
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