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Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool

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Beautiful updated original chalet sets high above ever-flowing creek in yard
Kids & pets love playing in the ever-flowing creek the front yard of this chalet
3 conveniently located Chalet Village Owners Clubs for my guests  to enjoy FREE
Flat driveway off main road & steps up to deck that overlooks rolling creek
3 conveniently located Chalet Village Owners Clubs for my guests  to enjoy FREE

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living area sleeping space

1 Double Futon

Main-level bedroom, private

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom, private

2 Single Beds

Upstairs loft game room sleeping space

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main-level bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool

Kids love playing in the ever-flowing creek that is in the front yard of this updated original mountain chalet. Buddy's Creekside Bear Camp is located on Ski Mountain Road, just 2 miles from downtown Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountain National Park & less than 1 mile from Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort, all on the same main road.

THIS IS A PET-FRIENDLY PROPERTY… SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE PET POLICY & FEES
(PLEASE DO NOT send a booking request if your pets are not crate-trained)

Buddy's Creekside Bear Camp is a beautiful, amazing original mountain chalet that has been totally updated & remodeled inside & out & will comfortably sleep 6 people. It is the perfect family chalet that allows each family member to have their own sleeping space. This chalet has all the uniqueness & charm of one of the earliest genuine original mountain chalets in one of the most desirable, sought-after locations in Gatlinburg.

It is conveniently located on a good main road where mature trees insulate you from all angles, offering so much privacy & It is just 2 miles to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & less than a mile to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort, all on the same road.

The living room has a 55" TV, DVD player, movie library, comfy couch, recliner & futon w/ memory bedding, and game table w/ 4 padded stools for board games & a ceiling fan. There are many board games for adults & kids in this chalet.

The kitchen has all major appliances, a 6-person bar-high table w/stools, plenty of dishes, cooking utensils & cookware for stay-at-home meals. There is a George Forman grill, a slow-cooker, a large electric skillet, a blender, a 4-slice toaster, blender, coffee maker & Keurig. There is a stackable washer & dryer in the hall closet.

The main-level master bedroom has a king bed with a memory foam mattress, 32' TV, DVD player, 2 ceiling fans, chest & closet.

The main-level bath has a tub/shower combo with a hand-held shower.

The private 2nd bedroom is on the upper-level & has 2 twin beds with memory foam mattresses, a 32" TV & a ceiling fan. This bedroom door opens onto a small private deck w/ 2 chairs.

The half-bath is located between the bedroom & game room & has a large closet directly across from it.

The loft game room has board games, a table & 2 chairs & a futon with/ memory foam bedding.

The huge main wrap-around deck has a 4-person hot tub, table & chairs for outside dining, a porch swing & a gas grill. There is a small table & 2 chairs under the covered portion of the deck for morning coffee. There are additional chairs for relaxing on the other end of the deck. The deck wraps around 3 sides of this chalet & has 2 different gates separating different parts of the deck to keep pets & kids safe.

This wonderful chalet sits high, overlooking an ever-running creek right in the front yard & is tucked back in the woods for privacy. Kids & pets love to play in the creek. Soothing sounds of water rushing over rocks can be constantly heard from the chalet 24/7. The flat driveway right off the main road will park several vehicles right at the deck steps.

Exterior security cameras overlook the steps & driveway & in no way interfere with guests' privacy. There are no interior cameras at this property.

*Host Disclaimer: Items or furniture may be replaced with similar ones or rearranged from what is depicted in photos to update this property.

For your pets to be considered AS PART OF YOUR RESERVATION, ALWAYS include the number of pets, breed, and weight & if the pet is crate trained IN THE MESSAGE WHEN REQUESTING TO BOOK.

*UNCRATED PETS WHEN LEFT ALONE IN CABIN ARE NOT ALLOWED THIS PROPERTY* (PLEASE DO NOT send a request to book this property if your pet is not crate trained)

A one-time non-refundable Pet Fee, per pet, applies.
PET FEES: One-time, non-refundable, per pet ($65 for small & medium - $95 for large - $125 for X-large)

Pets must ALWAYS BE CRATED WHEN LEFT ALONE IN THE CABIN-current on shots, flea/tick preventative & not allowed on the furniture.

Guests are responsible for pets and kids at all times.

To avoid driving in traffic, drive less than a mile to Ober Gatlinburg on the same road, leave your vehicle & take the glassed-in Ober Aerial Tram to downtown Gatlinburg for magnificent bird's-eye views. It holds 120 people & leaves every 20 minutes from early until late daily. such fun & convenient to avoid any traffic! There are FREE trollies in Gatlinburg that will take you to Pigeon Forge, the Arts & Crafts area, and many more parts of the area.

You will love the privacy & convenience of being right off easy-to-travel main roads & just minutes from all the activities, shopping, restaurants & events in Gatlinburg.

As a bonus to this location, there is a neighborhood market & deli less than a half mile away where you can buy groceries, burgers, pizza, beer & beverages or have them delivered right to the door.

There are 2 ways to go to Buddy's Creekside Bear Camp from Pigeon Forge. 1st way is to miss all of the downtown traffic & view the beautiful scenery of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park by way of Gatlinburg Bypass. The 2nd route is where you can view all the sights of downtown Gatlinburg. All roads going there are good paved main roads. Downtown Gatlinburg is only 2 miles away.


Wildlife Encounter:
Ober Gatlinburg’s Wildlife Encounter provides the perfect opportunity to view black bears & bear cubs, river otters, flying squirrels, turtles, raccoons, snakes, & birds of prey.

Ice Skating:
140’ x 75’ indoor ice-skating arena is open year-round.

My Smoky Mountain cabins:
To view listing details, in your browser, type VRBO then space & LISTING NUMBER

CHOCOLATE MOOSE---VRBO 258012
MYSTIC VIEW--------------VRBO 601126
DUSTY’S TREEHOUSE-------VRBO 754962vb**
SOMEWHERE IN TIME--------VRBO 1182928**
HIBERNATION HIDEAWAY------VRBO 1315513
LAZY RIVER-----------------------VRBO 1486080
COUNTRY LOVESONG-------------VRBO 1755923vb
BUDDY’S CREEKSIDE BEAR CAMP---VRBO 2152501vb**
OLD BEARS LODGE--------------------VRBO 2488202
FOR THE GOOD TIMES---------------VRBO 293768**
SECRET MOMENTS—NEW LISTING-----VRBO 4324995
**These 4 properties are on the same road in Gatlinburg

Property manager

Geri
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
All pets and number of pets to be approved by Host
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside smoking permitted, smoke buckets provided
Report issues preventing a pleasant stay, excluding normal wear and tear items, upon check-in, not days later. Allow reasonable time to be corrected
Illegal, disrespectful, or disruptive behavior will result in cancellation without refund or credit, superseding any conversation, oral or written.
Report correct number of guests/pets-No additional people allowed at any time. Guests responsible for pets/ kids. Abide by all rules/policies

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 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, a security system and a deadlock

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and SkyPark. Travelling with kids? Make time for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, or head to an event or a match at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • SkyPark - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Chalet KIDS LOVE PLAYING IN CREEK IN YARD-2 miles to G'burg-Resort Pool located?

Located in the mountains, this Chalet Village cabin offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 85 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kali B.

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

Great place for families

Great little cottage that was perfect for our family of four. The kids loved playing in the creek! Easy drive down into Gatlinburg (though expensive to park once you're there so plan accordingly).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

We had a great time!

We had a wonderful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Derek N.

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

Beautiful, small cabin for a family vacation

Cabin was beautiful, small for a cozy family trip, lots of stairs to get inside the cabin (ok for us but may be difficult for older people or anyone with issues climbing stairs) could definitely use a good dusting of the high ceilings and up the high walls and corners in areas, also if your taking children (like us) their room/beds are RIGHT above the master bedroom and the floors are THIN at night we had to tell them to hang out in the living room till they were ready for bed! (Their 13,12,11,9yrs old) Also the hot water doesn't stay hot long, only 2 could take showers after each other an then wait about 45mins before the next could, we loved the cabin and had a great time there definitely worth the money spent!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina E.

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

Nice cabin

Nice cabin not too far from downtown traffic and activity. We enjoyed our stay here and would like to come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great stay in Gatlinburg!

Had a great time in Gatlinburg at this cabin! The listing is accurate. Cabin isn’t perfect but it doesn’t need to be. Great location, great amenities, great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Randall W.

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

Gat

Very nice property - the only issue is the outdoor stairs is tough for an older couple !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lee c.

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

Buddy’s creek side bear camp

Nice place to stay, a bear passed by the first morning there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Katlen G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful area

Definitely needs a deep clean,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Lee F.

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

Fabulous family vacay!

Perfect place for our family and pooch while visiting the Smoky Mts. Loved the hot tub after a long day of exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Great family stay

This house is a great place to stay near GSMNP - the location can't be beat, it's wonderful for kids, and the setting is peaceful. Geri is a great, responsive host. Thanks for a great vacation stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

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

Great Cabin In The Mountains

Rustic cabin a short drive from downtown Gatlinburg. Fully furnished and equipped with everything we could need during our visit. Picturesque creek running through the front yard. Lovely deck to relax or drink coffee on. We saw 2 bears and an owl ON the deck while drinking coffee one morning. Convenient to town, attractions and Smoky Mtns Park. Cute general store that also serves pizza just a mile down the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Sweet spot, sweet host!

We loved our stay at Buddy's Creekside cabin! Super close to downtown without giving up the beautiful wilderness of the national park. We also saw 4 bears while we were there! Such a treat! Geri was the sweetest host and the best communicator we’ve had in all of our VRBO stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

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

Great location

Cute cabin in the woods, close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Buddy’s bear camp cabin

Exactly what I expected. Loved the location, the cabin, and how exciting to see an occasional bear on property
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Girl time weekend with all the Sisters

What a wonderful stay we had at Buddy's Creekside Bear Lodge! This is an absolutely charming ski chalet less than a mile from Ober Gatlinburg. Easy to access by car, and convenient to GSMNP, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We had 5 ladies together for a long weekend and loved being here. There was plenty of room to spread out, very comfy beds and daybeds both upstairs and down, a gorgeous porch overlooking the rushing creek, and everything we could have possibly needed in the kitchen. The hot tub was a treat too. Wifi worked great, and we had no issues calling out using Wifi calling. The chalet was very homey and rustic, with just the right touches of decor. It was so nice to unwind and simply fill the place with conversation and laughter! Our host, Geri, was great with communications. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would not hesitate to return to this adorable place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Really enjoyed our stay!

Another great year in Gatlinburg! Loved staying here, felt like I was at home in the Smokies! The creek for the kids was WONDERFUL! Unit had everything we needed for our short trip and I really enjoyed how cozy it felt, really enjoyed the hot tub, the king sized bed, and the games available to play. Also loved that there was a mountain market real close for necessities and pizza! No bears this time, maybe next time! Thank you Geri!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic cabin!

We loved our time here! The chalet was cozy and quaint but more than enough room for me and my husband. The decor was lovely and very inviting. Ms. Geri was very easy to communicate with. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette G.

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

Honeymoon

The chalet was very charming and cozy. Our host Geri was very accommodating and friendly. We had a few glitches that were easy to manage with Geri’s help. Great stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manikandan P.

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

Nice cozy home for the weekend

Kids had a blast with outdoor heated tub and the games
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April W.

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

Great Vacation

The location and peacefulness was amazing. Great host and communication. I would recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo T.

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

Winter vacation to smokeys staying was great

Property is great , we would love to come back here .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MORGAN H.

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

Dogs loved it!

We had a great time! The creek was so beautiful. The dogs enjoyed the smells and walking in the creek. The only struggle was keeping them from cuddling with us on the furniture. The chalet was perfect for what we needed and wanted. We ordered pizza and beer from Ski Mountain. The food did not disappoint. We stayed 2 nights for a little family get away with our 2 dogs( a great pyrenees/border collie mix and a plott hound/pit mix). Highly recommend! Thank you for allowing pets. Its so hard to find a place that allows them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

50th birthday party

Location is excellent. Property is cozy and well equipped. Appliances are a little dated but manageable. Great little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

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

Great for family

Older cabin, could use some updating. Does have memory foam toppers for the mattresses which are on the firmer side. It does have a lot of stairs from the parking area-37. Plenty of room for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Geri

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I love those beautiful Great Smoky Mountains!! My most wonderful memories are when my Daddy would take the whole family there on yearly trips. I remember thinking how cool all those beautiful unique chalets & cabins were! I never imagined way back then that I would be so fortunate to actually have one. I now have several mountain cabins & chalets in the Great Smoky Mountains & they are my passion. I try very hard to make them the very best places for people to vacation. I love what I do so much & cannot imagine doing anything else, I feel I am the luckiest person in the world and am happy to share them with my guests!! See below:

If your desired dates are already booked at this cabin, check all my other cabins below:
My Great Smoky Mountain Cabins:
Chocolate Moose                          VRBO 258012
Mystic View                                       VRBO 601126
Dusty's TreeHouse                        VRBO 754962VB
SomeWhere in Time                    VRBO 1182928
Hibernation Hideaway                 VRBO 1315513
Lazy River                                          VRBO 1486080
Country LoveSong                        VRBO 1755923VB
Buddy's Bear Camp                      VRBO 2152501VB
Old Bears Lodge VRBO 2488202
Smokys Country FarmHouse VRBO 2937682 (NEW LISTING)

Why they chose this property

This location is just the absolute best! Buddy's Bear Camp is located on Ski Mountain Road, less than a mile on the same main road to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & only 2 miles to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. I own 3 other chalets on Ski Mountain Road, that's how much I love this area!

This area is where there are many original chalets that were built years ago. I love the unique look of the chalets there. When I found this property, it needed a lot of work & I worked on it for months along with a contractor putting it back in great shape. It has been totally remodeled and has all new flooring throughout, all new appliances, washer & dryer, new beds & mostly all new furniture. Now I am so proud of it because it is so beautiful & such a unique chalet.

I named this property Buddy's Creek-side Bear Camp after watching my Great Pyrenees, Buddy laying on the deck every day & checking out all the bears roaming around down on the ground below. There is a wonderful creek that is right in my front yard that constantly runs over the rocks & can be heard with soothing sounds day & night. The bears come & drink from that creek. This chalet sits high looking down on a main road called Ski Mountain Road & a wonderful ever-flowing creek.The chalet is tucked back in the woods has an amazing huge deck with beautiful stonework walls & pillars.

What makes this property unique

The location of this chalet is just the best! Less than a mile to Ober Ski Resort & 2 miles to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & best of all is they are located on the same road as the chalet. So, no getting lost by twists & turns, just a straight shot!

The Chalet Village Market & Deli is on the same main road as the chalet & almost within walking distance of the Buddy's Bear Camp. There you can buy homemade pizza, burgers, beverages, beer & groceries. How convenient if you forget that bottle of ketchup or pickles for your grilling meal. They will also deliver to the chalet.

Languages:

English

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