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Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

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Birdseye view of the cozy living area
Living/dining
Cozy living
Living area
Livingroom is decorated with Native American art

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    ‪2 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)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

I fell in love with the Smoky Mountains since the first time I set eyes on them. I came down to Gatlinburg for some R&R and next thing you know we bought a chalet to eventually retire in. I fixed it to my liking and now family, friends and YOU are able to enjoy relaxing and a great adventure…hence the name “Secondhand Lions” (a favorite movie of mine). Conveniently located just a few short minute’s to downtown Gatlinburg or to the top of Ski Mountain (Ober Gatlinburg), quiet walkways and, of course, the Great Smoky Mountain park entrance where the adventure really begins.

“Secondhand Lions” …Tranquil setting with all the comforts of home! The great room is decorated in Native American art. The bedrooms are equipped with a pair of Jacuzzi Hydro Message Tubs for that deep relaxation after a long day of hiking or shopping- whichever you prefer.

Surrounded by trees and wildlife make this a very relaxing and comfortable stay. ( Warning: we have bears frequent our deck and seem to be able to open unlocked car doors). Please take a photo of your stay and send me if you encounter a bear on the property. We will display it on our refrigerator.

Special weekly rates and off-season rates…call or email to find out. Enjoy in season Owners Club facilities (choice of 3 on the mountain).

Thank you for choosing our “great mountain getaway”!

Property manager

Dave Lyons
Premier Host

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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
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

Pets allowed
Owners clean up after pets or a charge will apply.
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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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this chalet 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 popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Gatlinburg Space Needle, 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 - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • SkyPark - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 73 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

Does Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg chalet is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 298 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roberta F.

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

Tenn getaway

It was a nice property overall. The driveway was a bit steep. The only thing that needs attention is some cleaning. The kitchen needed some extra pots or pans that were newer and under the kitchen sink there was a lot of stuff that shouldn't have been in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Clean and quite

Loved it so much we will be back. Everything you need we stayed all week it was easy to get to both towns very quite loved it. the host was great and very friendly. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jo c.

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

Awesome!

Very clean, everything as described, easy check in and great communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel A.

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

Amazing Place

Amazing place to stay. Quiet,clean , great location just minutes from Gatlinburg. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Wonderful getaway

Wonderful chalet! Super close to downtown (light 10) but felt miles away and secluded. All amenities needed for a little getaway. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ronnie R.

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

Pleasant, peaceful, clean!

The property was everything that was stated in the description. It was very clean, well provided for, and we had everything that we needed for a pleasant stay. The only thing that it lacked was a view. As far as the driveway is concerned, it was easily navigated, even with a large truck. It just required a reroute from Gatlinburg going through the entire neighborhood. No biggie!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi Q.

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

Fall stay

Very nice! Would definitely recommend, nice and cozy! Had a bit of trouble getting up the drive it is a steep one but we got the hang of it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curt and Leslie S.

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

Returning Hoosiers

We LOVE this chalet! We have been coming here for several years now. It almost feels like our own vacation home, thanks to Dave sharing his home with us! The chalet is located close to downtown Gatlinburg and to the bypass to Pigeon Forge, but still beautifully set in the mountains. The chalet is very clean and has every amenity we could need. Dave is an excellent host making the reservation and check in process a breeze. We have never had any issues while staying here and look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawn f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brook U.

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

Perfect for us!

We enjoyed the cozy home, very close to everything. We will be back. ❤️Brook Usry
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cali B.

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

Nice place

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Nice cabin in the mountains

This cabin was very nice. It was close to town & the park. It had everything we needed. Communication was great with the owner when needed. The hot tub on the front porch was a nice surprise. We did see a bear & a few foxes right from the porch. Unfortunately, we did not get pictures of the animals. My only negative was the angle of the driveway entrance. For my Jeep Wrangler, it was difficult (but not impossible) to pull into from Ski Mountain Road. If I took a slight detour & came at the cabin from the opposite direction, it was much easier to navigate the driveway. I'm pretty sure this is the case for most cabins in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Derrick M.

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

Quiet Relaxation

The place was awesome. Immaculate. Quiet and secluded. Thanks for sharing your little piece of paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great Place to stay near everything

Property was exactly as shown and described. Great place for a small family or couples
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta h.

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

smokey mt chalet

we stayed here for a weekend away, brought the teens and pupp. we all enjoyed the house! we even got to see bears from the hot tub!! was a neat experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gesika B.

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

Memorial Day Trip

We had a fantastic time. We loved to be on the deck and listen to the water flowing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Vacation

It was a great cabin had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

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

Christmas get away

We absolutely loved the cabin and how close it was to everything! Only issue we had was the driveway. Other than that it was a beautiful place to stay at. Couldn’t ask for a nicer gentleman who owns it. Definitely worth staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

carolyn j., miamisburg, united states

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

Cute and cozy

The cabin is very nice and cozy. The driveway is a little tricky to get in and out of. Keep your vehicle locked and all food out of it, bears can smell crumbs, the reason i say this is because there is a resident bear. I am actually surprised that it has not bothered the bee box that is at the side of the cabin but i did not see any active hobey bees so maybe tgat is why. Be careful of wearing just socks on the stairs, they are a little slick, all in all a nice stay
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Perfect Place for Families with Pets

This cabin was quaint and nicely located, though the road leading there was a bit daunting. The property was exactly as described and the location was peaceful but close to downtown Gatlinburg. This was perfect for us because we needed to take our dog with us. One of the few pet friendly rentals around. I would definitely book this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt and Leslie S.

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

Returning Hoosiers

We have been staying here several years now, and the chalet feels like our getaway mountain home, thanks to David's hospitality! This is a perfect location for us and our four-legged babies. It is close to Gatlinburg, but away from the hustle and bustle. We saw numerous bears this trip, including a mama and three cubs. We've already booked our getaway for next fall! Thanks for having us again, David!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Nice little place in the Mountains

Great little getaway. Guaranteed to see some wildlife. If you like Indian motifs, this place is very nice for a couple of couples retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave Lyons

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Vered and I are two souls that love the outdoors. We climb mountains and hike all over the nation and internationally. We have climbed Mt. Rainier, Mt. Washington and Mesada in Israel. We're always looking for an adventure!

Why they chose this property

We were in Gatlinburg just passively looking at properties. We came across the one here at 991 Stans Road and fell in love with the potential. We refurbished it but still have big plans...for instance a waterfall with hot tub on the edge near the big windows. We want this to be our oasis because we love the area...it's like living a vacation!

What makes this property unique

'Secondhand Lions' is uniquely positioned. It is close to just about everything...not far up the mountain....just right! It's cozy but very spacious...very relaxing while viewing nature out of all those windows.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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