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Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains

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Sleepy Bear Den
Welcome to our mountain retreat
Great Room with gas fireplace and 180 degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom en-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains

Sleepy Bear Den is a traditional log cabin, comfortably appointed, that is situated on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains in the Sherwood Forest Resort of Pigeon Forge. This newly purchased and refurnished cabin has a 180 degrees of awe inspiring views of the Smokies, including the famous 6,593 ft. Mt. Le Conte. We purchased this cabin for the views and its location. It is 10 minutes from downtown Pigeon Forge, 15 minutes from Gatlinburg, 15 minutes to Dollywood and 12 minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is quiet and relaxing back in the hills and mountains, while you can be back on the busy Parkway in 10 minutes.

Our approach in setting up our cabin was to start fresh and refurnish 90% of the entire cabin. Our goal was to create a peaceful mountain retreat where families or couples could escape the chaos of our modern lives, enjoy the splendid tranquility and restorative beauty of the Smokies, all the while staying connected with the outside world and catching sporting events on TV. Wildlife abounds in our mountain location with black bears, deer, raccoons, gray squirrels and lots of birds found throughout the neighborhood.

The two story cabin has 8 rooms, comfortably sleeps 6 and has a wrap-around deck. There are two King size bedrooms -- one on each level -- and two full bathrooms on each level (upstairs a shower and downstairs a tub/shower combo). The upstairs bedroom has the bathroom en-suite. The dining room and two story great room on the main level overlook the Great Smoky Mountains. The kitchen is fully stocked and has granite countertops with stainless steel appliances. There is a large stone gas fireplace in the great room, with a second fireplace in the upstairs bedroom suite. The full-size washer/dryer are located on the main level. The upstairs loft has window views overlooking the Smokies and contains a EZ-Lounger Queen bed. The traditional log cabin has solid yellow pine flooring, walls, and ceilings throughout.

Sleepy Bear Den has the following amenities:
-- Privacy and location, the cabin overlooks the Great Smoky Mountains, so your views from the cabin and surrounding deck are of trees and mountains. Other than a few neighboring cabins, there is no light pollution at night and stunningly beautiful sunrises over the mountains.
-- 1 GB broadband wireless
-- 2 new King beds with raising headboards
-- 1 new Queen EZ-Lounger bed that can accommodate a 6' 4" individual
-- New bedding and linens
-- 3 new Sony 4K HDR Smart TV's
-- Free Disney+ Streaming
-- Free Netflix Streaming
-- Smart Tv's allow log-in of personal HBO, Apple, Hulu, ESPN or other streaming services
-- TV's have 85 HD channels, network 4K broadcasting of sporting events, local ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX stations for the greater Knoxville area
-- Whisky barrel arcade game for two with 60 classic games from the 80's & 90's
-- Gas fireplace in great room
-- Gas fireplace in upstairs bedroom suite
-- Kitchen has new dishes, glasses, mugs, pots and pans, silverware, cooking utensils, mixing bowls, mixer, etc.
-- Keurig coffee station
-- Dishwasher
-- 4 cook-top range oven
-- Microwave
-- Refrigerator with door filtered ice/water
-- Garbage Disposal
-- AC/Gas Heat
-- Full-size washer & dryer
-- 3 Ceiling fans
-- Gas BBQ
-- Hot Tub
-- Sherwood Forest Resort Pool -- seasonally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day
-- Flat parking for up to 3 cars

Property manager

Scott Bone
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sleepy Bear Den is setup to entertain families.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Cashless transactions are available
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

About the area

Pigeon Forge

Located in Pigeon Forge, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights. Dollywood's Splash Country and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pigeon Forge, TN

What's nearby

  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Smoky Mountain Ziplines - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Old Mill - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 12 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Mill Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪JT Hannah's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Premium Cabin retreat with fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Smoky Mountain Ziplines and Gatlinburg Municipal Golf Course. Old Mill is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Nice Upgrades

Interior upgrades were well thought out and made the visit very comfortable. Mountain views were as beautiful as advertised. Short distance to the parkway but still quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O.

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

Sherwood Forest rentsl

The cabin wss better than described!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Great Stay

Very nice cabin with an amazing view. Clean and well stocked. EV charging outlet was a nice surprise and worked out very well for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Smoky Mountain Christmas

Our family of 5 stayed here four nights over Christmas and we had a wonderful time together. The cabin is in a convenient location near all there is to do in the area, but also provides peace and tranquility when it’s time to relax. There was enough room for us to hang out together in the living and dining room areas and the kitchen was well-appointed. The view from the hot tub can’t be beat and it felt great after long days of hiking and rides at Dollywood. The Christmas decorations were a nice touch and appreciated! Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Beautiful cabin and incredible view

We loved the cabin and the view was incredible. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Beautiful views

Our family enjoyed our stay at the cabin. The views were amazing and the resort felt private and peaceful. The cabin was also just 5-10 minutes to Pigeon Forge which was nice to be close to all the activities. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was nicely stocked. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Remi B.

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

Stay during Cal Ripken Experience

Great cabin, great location, well appointed and taken care of, and very responsive host. Scott went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

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

Nice place and great views

Nice, well stocked house. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Perfect Getaway!

The Sleepy Bear Den is amazing. Truly some of the best mountain views. The cabin is clean, has all the amenities and communication with the host is top notch. The location is perfect and travel to and from the cabin from any point of interest is easy. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and will kost likely do so in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley L.

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

Great Experience!

Great cabin, great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Dream vacation at a dream location!

This property as well as its views are absolutely stunning. From amazing sunrises over the beautiful smoky mountains to relaxing sunsets on the beautiful wraparound deck. Everything about the property is premium. The host was very gracious and communicated perfectly and gave great recommendations to eat and locations to see.I would highly recommend this property this owner as well as the community for any family vacation. The amenities were top-tier and the location could not be beat. Check in was seamless and the entire state was both comfortable and comforting knowing that help was always there if we needed it though we didn’t. Wonderful time that will last in my family and friends memories for years to come.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Perfect cabin

We loved everything about this cabin! The cabin was super clean. The beds were also very comfortable. Beautiful views!! The perfect cabin for what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny W.

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

Great cabin with 2 king beds

This was a very nice cabin in a small “community” of similar cabins. Very clean and nicely decorated. Perfect for 2 couples to each have their own bedrooms with comfortable king beds. Good sunrise views from balcony and loft. Very convenient to Pigeon Forge. We did not have to contact the owner for any problems at all. The information for check-in was easy to follow. Thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful cabin! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Great View of the Smokies

We greatly appreciated the beautiful view and cleanliness of the cabin. Scott was a great host. We would definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga V.

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

Great vacation

The cabin was beautiful and views were amazing. Close to everything. Definitely recommending!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Perfect Spot

The cabin was perfect for us. The owner was fantastic and provided all the info to us about the cabin. The beds were comfy, the hot tub hot and the view fantastic! We fully enjoyed staying at the cabin and would return again. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

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

Great cabin and view!

First and foremost, the communication by Scott is next level! He goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need prior to your stay…..not only about the cabin but all the area has to offer. The cabin is quite cozy and the view off the deck is amazing! The location is very close to the strip at Pigeon Forge and our trip to Dollywood did not take long at all. I would def. recommend Scott’s cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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

Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our stay at Sleepy Bear Den was wonderful! Scott has a beautiful cabin, fantastically appointed. Everything you need is here. The views are magnificent and the location is so convenient to Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, Gatlinburg and the National Park. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Beautiful cabin with an unobstructed view of the Smokies.

The cabin was very clean and came with everything we needed for a long weekend stay. The furnishings and kitchen supplies were very good quality and the wi-fi worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

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

Sleepy Bear Den Review

The views and fall colors were great. The cabin was just as advertised. The owner keep us informed all along the way and there were no issues accessing the cabin. Hope to return again some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mercedes c.

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

Great Cabin

We love the cabin. It had a great location and was easy to get to. The cabin was very cozy and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Good communication with the host. We definitely enjoyed our stay. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin L.

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

Great views, clean, comfy cabin!

The cabin was great! Clean, comfortable beds and couches. Nice kitchen. Amazing view of the mountains, deck is great for morning coffee, or an afternoon storm watching. Wish i could have a couple extra days there!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Great View!

Very nice cabin, exactly as presented. Scott answered every text. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

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

Wonderful Retreat

A beautiful property with a great view. Chalet was spotless and well maintained. Host was easy to communicate with and responsive. Parking was easy, off street and on a flat spot. We are repeat visitors and would love to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott Bone

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I have been brining my family to the Great Smoky Mountains for the last decade. These escapes have enabled us to build lasting memories and take a break from our busy day-to-day lifestyle. The Smokies are magical in the sense that you can hike a trail to a waterfall in the morning, enjoy a great BBQ lunch, spend the afternoon at Dollywood, and watch the stars come out at night. (minimal light pollution in the mountains)

Why they chose this property

Sleepy Bear Den is a traditional log cabin located right on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains. We have unobstructed 180 degree views of several ridges of the Smokies, including the famous 6,593 ft. Mt. Le Conte. Our cabin views show off slow moving mountain mists, gorgeous sun rises, stunning fall foliage, and chilling winter snows. In this peaceful retreat we often see wildlife -- birds, squirrels, raccoons, deer and black bears. It varies over the year, but the cycle of life always continues in the mountains.

What makes this property unique

We purchased this traditional log cabin for it's ideal mountain side location. It is quiet with stunning mountain views and provides a comfortable space -- including a two story Living Room with gas fireplace -- to make lasting memories with family and friends. Sleepy Bear Den is set back 10 mins through a canyon and up a mountain from the hustle of the downtown Pigeon Forge Parkway. We are located 12 minutes from the main Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance, 15 mins to Dollywood, and 15 mins to Gatlinburg. We have found it an ideal place to relax and recharge, and invite you to join us and do the same.

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English

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