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Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi

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Interior
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Room
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1 (main level)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi

VACATION RENTAL STANDOUTS:
* Located near downtown Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and Ober Mountain Resort
* Free ticket to Dollywood and other area attractions for each day of your stay
* Private deck with hot tub
* Three televisions, offering entertainment at every turn
* Game room with a pool table
* Indoor whirlpool jacuzzi
* One king bedroom

Welcome to Winterhaven, a delightful vacation rental cabin on Ski Mountain in Gatlinburg! This cozy one-bedroom cabin is tucked away amidst the serene beauty of the Smoky Mountains, offering you both seclusion and easy access to all the fun. Just a quick five-minute drive lands you in downtown Gatlinburg or at the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

As you enter the home via the side deck, which is adorned with a charming gazebo and bubbling hot tub, you'll feel right at home in this tranquil wooded setting. Inside, the welcoming open-concept living space invites you to unwind by the fireplace, sink into plush furnishings, and enjoy movie nights on the flat-screen TV. Gather around the dining table for delicious meals and lively game nights, and discover a fully-equipped kitchen ready for your culinary adventures (just bring your groceries and let the cooking begin!).

Step outside onto the additional main-level deck, where a gas grill and comfy seating await for delightful al fresco dining experiences.

Retreat to the king bedroom tucked away just beyond the kitchen, complete with its own private TV for cozy nights in. A full bath on the main floor ensures your comfort and convenience, and a washing machine/dryer are also available for guest use.

Upstairs, the fun continues with a game room boasting another TV, along with a pool table and electronic dart board for endless entertainment. Pamper yourself in the indoor whirlpool jacuzzi tub, or step out onto the small upper deck to soak in the peaceful surroundings. An additional full bath is also available on the upper level, adding even more convenience to your stay.

As a guest of this remarkable Gatlinburg vacation rental, you'll enjoy access to three clubhouses, with the S. Baden Clubhouse conveniently located closest to Winterhaven. Immerse yourself in the abundant amenities, including a refreshing pool, tennis courts, a playground, and billiards. Prepare for an unforgettable escape surrounded by natural splendor and countless opportunities for relaxation and recreation.

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Enjoy FREE FUN every day at Mountain Laurel Chalets! Our exclusive guest concierge service, powered by Xplorie, provides complimentary tickets to top attractions like Dollywood, Soaky Mountain Waterpark, and SkyLift Park for each day of your stay. Plus, our concierge can assist you in booking any additional tickets you may need, at no extra charge. Discover more at Xplorie.com/fun/laurel.

Property manager

Mountain Laurel Chalets
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Languages

English

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Pool
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Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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
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

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and SkyPark are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. 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

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • SkyPark - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Winterhaven • free Dollywood tix • close to Natl. Park • hot tub • jacuzzi located?

Located in Chalet Village, this cabin is 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. Traffic Light #10 and Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 137 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawson B.

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

Great time

Very clean, not far from downtown Gatlinburg. Had fun with the pool table.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsi W.

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

Great Getaway Cabin

We enjoyed our winter getaway here! The cabin was clean and well stocked. It had all the kitchen essentials plus a lot of entertainment items - the game room upstairs, books, puzzles, and DVDs. It’s lower on the mountain so the views are so-so and neighbors are close-ish but it does mean less steep mountainous roads to get to the cabin and a quick trip to town. We didn’t encounter any issues during our stay which required contacting the rental agency but they were very welcoming when we stopped by at our initial arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa T.

Liked: Location

Good

Chalet had everything we needed for our short two day stay. It was close to downtown. Driveway is very steep. We made sure to back in so we could get out. Would not recommend driving a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jack L., Clarksville

Great Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came up for a long weekend after Christmas. It was surprisingly warm but it was still a great getaway. The chalet was neat as a pin and had everything we needed for the stay. We've stayed with Mountain Laurel a dozen times or more - we love the friendly staff and the extra touches they provide. Would highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie K.

Loved it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I’m so glad we booked Winter Haven. The chalet was very cozy and suited our needs. We were hoping to see a bear from the safety of one of the balconies but never did. Staff at Mountain Laurel Chalets were very accommodating and it was so nice to be able to use the bypass and not have to travel through downtown Gatlinburg. The only negative to the trip is that driving a car, I couldn’t avoid bottoming out my car when entering or exiting the driveway, no matter what angle I tried. The first night we were there, the stereo system randomly turned on at midnight, but we embrace the little thrills/scares LOL! The Chalet was very clean and the furniture was comfy! We would definitely stay again - just next time with a SUV that won’t scape up my leased vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Alex A.

Convenient Location for a Long Weekend Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was the perfect size for my partner and me seeking a long weekend getaway in the mountains. The location was excellent being close (5-10 minutes) to downtown Gatlinburg but still far enough up the mountain to provide some peace and quiet with good (not great) views. The driveway is rather steep so if the forecast is particularly wet/icy I would exercise some caution. Even in an SUV, a couple of times we scraped the bottom of our vehicle pulling out. The rental was spacious and well appointed for two people, though I would not have wanted to stay there with any more people than that. The rental itself was clean, however perhaps a little worse for wear. It looked as though there had been some updates (flooring and fixtures), though corners had definitely been cut wherever possible. If you’re looking for an updated cabin/chalet this probably isn’t for you. Paint was peeling on the exterior and the porch and decks appeared to be in need of some rehabilitation. There was some visible mold on the bathroom walls and the downstairs shower and toilet were a bit slow to drain. Additionally, it seemed as though the hot water heater was either old or undersized as the hot water seemed to be running out by the time two people had showered and there wasn’t enough to fill the jacuzzi tub even half way before the water began to run cold. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay even with these minor issues. Checkin/checkout were easy and I really appreciated the health and safety considerations taken by the management company. We have rented properties from Mountain Laurel before and will certainly do so again.

8/10 Good

Cody D.

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

Lovely week in the woods

The cabin was fine. It had everything we needed. The hot tub and the pool table were the high points for me. As with many cabins in the mountains, going to and from is the hardest part, but by the last day (of course) we were able to navigate with ease. We will come here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Louisville , KY

The best time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This stay was the best I have ever had on a vacation. I will definitely be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Kenny G.

So Restful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My second stay and hope it's available for my next trip. The location is so quiet. The new hot tub cover assist device makes it a breeze to deal with the cover.
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6/10 Okay

Lucy A.

Winter Haven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The chalet was clean and the location was perfect for us near. It could definitely use some updating overall. Several outlets only partially worked and the one in the downstairs bathroom kept tripping. The dishwasher is extremely loud. I'll probably select a different property nice visit.
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6/10 Okay

Jordan R.

Mixed Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin wreaked of wood smoke, and there is an animal living in the walls that kept us up at night. Most everything else was fine though, and we mostly enjoyed our stay.
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2/10 Terrible

A guest from Urbana, OH

Winter Haven Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unfortunately this was not a favorable visit for us. The chalet smelled terribly of wood smoke, so much that we had to open several windows. We had to do this every time we returned to the chalet. Also, there is an animal living in the walls of the bedroom/bathroom. It was so loud that is woke us up, it was very unsettling. We would not want to use this chalet again, or recommend it.
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10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

Bad Experience.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice cabin. Had to leave one day early due to med emergency. Mtn Laurel gave no refund. Will never return again. Money is not more important than customer relations!
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10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Gatlinburg Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very pleasant stay with great improvements since our last visit. Already reserved for next year.
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2/10 Terrible

A guest from West Columbia, SC

Was our favorite place & now I'd never recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here numerous times before. It used to be our favorite. Absolutely not anymore. The place was covered in flies and at night we heard either rats or squirrels in the attic and in the walls near the master bed. Never again would I stay here which is a shame considering we have stayed at this house over 5 times in the past few years.
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4/10 Poor

carol b.

Ok

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When we first got to the lodge it had not been cleaned! The porch light was burnt out...couldn’t see! We had to leave to let them clean it. The left us two wash clothes, two hand towels an d 6 towels. This place had two bathrooms! Luckily we found two dirty was clothes on the floor of the room. I washed washed them so we would have more. They did not give us their complementary wood for the fireplace. The maintenance guys came the next day with 3 packs all Wet! We were never able to make a fire! The electricity went ou the second day because of the snow storm. We carefully left for the night and went to a hotel! Their rules in writing state that we are not responsible! We did leave a day early, because of another storm! Because of the time we cancelled we didn’t have to pay for the last night. I am waiting for my refund now. It probably takes a few days.
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Winter Haven on a Whim

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I booked the trip on a whim and I’m so glad we did! This cabin was perfect for a couples get away. Very secluded, romantic, and top notch amenities!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from West Columbia , SC

Winter Haven 20th Anniversary

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time. Winter Haven is perfect for us, we love it. Stayed here on our Honeymoon. back for 20th Anniversary! Quiet and private. Saw a bear in the driveway one night! Love Gatlinburg and the Smokies.
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8/10 Good

Wesley W.

Gatlinburg Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: All in all great vacation and the cabin was really nice. The only negative thing about the stay was that there was a critter running around in the walls and ceiling at night. When talking with the company they immediately sent out pest control but all pest control could do was set out traps so we had to learn to live with the critter during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Cory R.

Cory rowe

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were not able to stay at the property and Then could not get any type of refund I'm very disappointed I have stayed at mount Laurel challenge for over 20 years A rescheduling would have even worked i will not stay ever agian due to this and i will also be spreading the word to all my family whoalso always stays with mt laural unless somthing is done about this our sitter fell and busted her head open so it was a emergency to make matters worse we came back home with covid
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10/10 Excellent

Mark I.

A Great Place to stay in the Smokies

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a charming house that had all of the amenities we needed. The location was ideal to get to the National Park as it avoided the traffic in downtown Gatlinburg. Check in and check,out were seamless. We’d highly recommend this chalet when traveling to the Smokies. We’ll be back.

10/10 Excellent

bruce m.

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

Winter Haven Cabin

Nice cabin. Great staff. The only problem was the walnut trees. I now have about 20 dents on my car from the nuts falling. Manager did give us a heavy blanket to put over the car but it is going to cost about 500 dollars to fix. No one offered any compensation which was disappointing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Kenny G.

Wonderful Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was hesitant to stay at a place without mountain views but I was just as satisfied. My only wish would have been more waterproof covering over the main first floor deck. You couldn't enjoy the outside since the water came through the upper deck floor. Thankfully, the hot tub roof was solid so I could listen to the rain while warming up in the excellent tub.

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Very nice

Great place, quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good

Faith L.

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was amazing. A nice corner home on a hill so you didn't have to worry too much about bears or animals too close to you. The place was well kept and clean. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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Hosted by Mountain Laurel Chalets

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Mountain Laurel Chalets has been serving Gatlinburg since 1972! We're delighted to be in our 51st year of service to guests, owners, and the greater Gatlinburg community. Founded on principles of extra-mile care, love for family, and integrity-led operations, we are consistently named a top vacation rental management company in the country. Beyond our countless industry recognitions, we are proud of being a second-generation family owned and operated business that is truly local. Check out our wide array of available properties, and come experience the Mountain Laurel Chalets difference for yourself!

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