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Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2 (main level)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 (upper level)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 (upper level)

1 Queen Bed

Primary (main level)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room

VACATION RENTAL STANDOUTS:
* 15% rental discount offered to both active and retired military and emergency service members (guests must ask for discount at the time of booking and provide proof of service)
* Located less than half a mile from Ober Mountain Resort and convenient to downtown Gatlinburg TN and Great Smoky Mountain National Park
* Free Dollywood ticket with every reservation
* Located immediately off Ski Mountain road, offering easy access and flat parking for at least three to four vehicles
* Elegant hand cut and built log cabin with exposed wood beams and tongue-and-groove walls
* Wood-burning fireplace
* Outdoor hot tub and fire pit
* Sleeps nine (offers one king bed, two queen beds, and one twin-over-full bunk bed)

Welcome to the Appalachian Dream Lodge, a hand-cut and hand-built mountain retreat in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. This Gatlinburg cabin rental combines rustic charm with modern amenities for an unforgettable stay, located less than half a mile from Ober Mountain ski resort.

Inside the cabin, the main floor features exposed wood beams and tongue-and-groove walls, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The cozy living room offers leather sofas and a ceiling-mounted Sony TV with cable TV (including HBO movie channels) and high-speed internet. You can also enjoy the wood burning fireplace for relaxation.

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, including a Keurig and drip coffee maker. A handmade wooden dry bar near the stairs provides a great spot to enjoy drinks and entertainment. There is a private queen-size bedroom with a full bathroom on this level, along with an additional room featuring a twin over full bunk bed set and a foosball table.

Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other with a queen bed. They share a large bathroom with a shower, ensuring space and privacy for all guests.

Step outside to the covered porch and enjoy the breathtaking views and sounds of nature. Keep an eye out for the local family of bears (remember to lock your car doors). The four-person hot tub on the private covered porch allows for relaxation in any weather. In the evening, gather around the outdoor fire pit for some s'mores and a cozy campfire experience. The cabin also offers flat parking for up to four vehicles.

Guests of this Gatlinburg chalet rental have access to three clubhouses, the closest to Appalachian Dream Lodge being the S. Baden Clubhouse, which has a large outdoor pool, changing rooms/showers, shuffleboard, horseshoes, a playground, tennis courts, a gym, and a game room with billiards, ping pong, foosball, checkers/chess, and video games.

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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
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 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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg Space Needle and Anakeesta. 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 - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • SkyPark - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a children's pool.

Is Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Appalachian Dream Lodge ◊ log cabin ◊ hot tub ◊ fire pit ◊ kids' bunk room located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in Chalet Village, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Mysterious Mansion are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years family getaway
We had a great stay in this cabin, we took board games with us and enjoyed the dart board and ended each night with a soak in the hot tub. The Mountain Laurel property management team were the best! We bought bundles of wood for the fire pit and it was perfect for bring in the new year. We didn't see any bears in our yard but did on the roadway and on our last day it started snowing. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin
Easy and quick
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

DAVID M., Powder Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40th anniversary
Everything was great. Lots of bears and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Appalachian Dream Lodge Review
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: Awesome! The cabin was perfect for 4 couples, great location, hot tub, games and lots of bears!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin and location
We really enjoyed our stay at the Appalachian Dream cabin. Plenty of space and comfortable furnishings. We didn't have any trouble finding the location, although we didn't have cell signal once we arrived. Easy access to both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Only issue we encountered was that we weren't able to use the clubhouse due to overflow parking from Ober Gatlinburg filling the lot and the attendant wouldn't let us in. Make sure you take advance of the Explorie free tickets. Very easy to use and saved us money on local attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Great place to stay , cozy. Roads to cabins are very intimidating, no guardrails in some spots and complete drop off!!! Bears very active, awesome to see them with baby cubs. However, we had to be on alert whenever sitting on porch or coming and leaving the cabin because they were everywhere. Was chased inside cabin numerous times because they would come right up on the porch!!!!!! Gatlinburg Sevierville and Pigeon Forge were great places to visit. Overall I would not recommended this particular area/ cabin if you have small children because of the bears.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Overall a great place
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: The home is in a great location. Ample room for family or friends with four bedrooms. Hot tub was nice. Appliances work fairly well. Beds are comfortable and master bedroom is huge. There is parking for three cars easy, four is doable. Our only complaint is that HBO was advertised but not available. We were planning on watching an HBO end of Series show the last night of our vacation. Other than that we had a fantastic time and even saw a bear on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Clean & Cozy!
Adorable cabin close to downtown GBurg! We spent a long weekend with our daughters & grandsons here. Our grandsons loved ‘their’ bedroom with the foosball table. Enough room for the 7 of us, but honestly can’t imagine more people than that. Office staff were amazing! They have thought of everything! Note to others re: firewood, THEY deliver with 10+ bundles! Property is in a neighborhood, but other than the garbage man, I think we saw 5 people our whole stay. One of the cleanest cabins we’ve ever rented!! And the bears…we saw 4; assumed a Mama & 3 teenagers! Our grandsons were over the moon excited!! Just a few unimportant personal suggestions that did NOT impact our stay, but would maybe be helpful for future guests: some type of hooks for the bathrooms; hairdryer, porch light timer, small set of inexpensive mixing bowls. Again, only suggestions :) We loved our stay & will choose Laurel Mountain again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Shery B.

Fun family vacation spot
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was large and spacious for the 7 adults and 1 child that stayed for about a week. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch and being entertained by the mama bears and babies (1 mama and 2 little ones, another mama with 3, and a third mama with 4 babies!) The house was in need of some updates. The steps into the house are a little awkward—especially the very bottom step. This could be an issue for elderly or people with hip or back problems. Most items worked, but the knob on the washing machine was nearly impossible to turn to the proper setting (and the knob is no longer marked since it has apparently been scratched and warped through the many years). The light in the bathroom shower sometimes turned on and sometimes didn’t. People staying, may want to bring a shower/tub mat to keep from slipping in the downstairs tub (it gets quite slick when there is any soap or shampoo on it’s surface). The lock on the bathroom door from the downstairs bedroom didn’t really lock. While overall the house was useable and comfortable, it just seemed to be getting rather outdated and in need of some freshness such as new mattresses, new bedding, appliances, attention to locks, plumbing (under kitchen sink), loose deck boards, tightening screws on handles, repairing the laundry room door (keep it on track), etc.The amenities such as the hot tub and pool access were nice for our family. Also the location was great. Far enough to enjoy some quiet, yet close enough to Gatlinburg so that a quick drive would get us downtown.I would only recommend this property to relatives or a friend with the knowledge that the place needs some attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann C.

Best cabin ever!
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: We got in late the first night things were so clean and nice. The next evening and every evening after that we saw bears! We even had one climb up onto the front porch where we could see it up close and personal, from the door and windows. We enjoyed our stay and hope to rent the same cabin for the next visit to Gatlinburg! My son forgot his boots and the rental company we super nice and helpful in getting us back into the cabin to get them. If you get the chance, book this cabin! You can thank me later!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Middlefield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bears,bears bears!!
Everything went well. Picnic table needs to be fixed. Cabin was nice, one of the bunk beds sheets were used!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Megan H., McDonald, PA

Bears, Bears, Everywhere!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This was the perfect spot for us - a three generational family (ages 2-62). What a great location away from the hustle and bustle at the bottom of the mountains. We definitely felt like we were on a mountain vacation! We had bear visitors every single day which was so cool. It was quiet and comfortable. The first responder discount is what sealed the deal for us. Thank you for appreciating people who often go unappreciated. We will definitely try to book again when we visit next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Bears galore
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: Love staying at this cabin! It's close to town, but away from the craziness. We saw tons of wildlife including many sightings of bears, which just made the experience that much cooler!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Everything was as advertised! Staff were awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bears bears and more bears
The cabin was great and in a great location. Saw lots of bears and had a few close encounters.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kailyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bears! Bears! Bears!
We LOVED the cabin! So many bears - free entertainment! We will MOST DEFINITELY stay at this cabin again! We had so much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

April L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean
Our family of 4 really enjoyed this cabin. The location was great. Parking was flat and we had plenty of room. We grilled one night on the outside grill. The decor was super cute. I think we have a new hobby of Darts! We didn’t sleep in the bunk bed room but all other beds were comfy. Hot water in showers was great after a day of walking. We used the hot tub nightly. Wish the jets were stronger but it did the job. Everything in kitchen was well equipped, Washer and dryer was a plus as well..now I get to go home and just put away clothing. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

Appalachian Dream Home stay
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: The cabin was located perfectly for access to Ober Gatlinburg. It was roomy for our family and had been redecorated since our last stay several years ago. I would like to call out some little things that need attention. The upstairs bathroom sink does not drain properly and one of the lights is out. There is also a lamp not working in the master bedroom. This did not affect our stay or enjoyment of the cabin. It was clean and the staff were great to work with. We will definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Very easy to book and enjoy
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

osvaldo r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NICE
JUST NEED TO UPGRADE TV ON ROOMS.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Thanksgiving in Gatlinburg
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 was our 5th visit to Gatlinburg, 4th time renting from Mt Laurel Chalets and we were not disappointed! We really enjoyed this cabin! We had a total of 6 people and never felt cramped. We saw quite a few bears which the kids loved! As usual, check in/out was easy and the staff was friendly. We are already planning our next trip back!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Liberty Township, OH

Wonderful 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: Its was a great place, perfect location!
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8/10 Good

Carter P.

True vacation getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Appalachian Dream Lodge was a very nice four bedroom log cabin that was very deceiving on the interior size. We truly enjoyed the cabin and the bears we saw daily coming out of the woods. Mountain Laurel Chalets great to work with and very friendly as well as accommodating to our needs. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Great family vacation
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: This cabin was perfect for a family w/2 adult children. Just enough space for all 5 of us to have our own space, yet cozy enough for family activities. We saw a black bear walking in the front yard, and another one up the street. There were chipmunks all over the place running around playing. We Will be staying w/this group/cabin in the future.

8/10 Good

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Overall a great stay. Close enough to get to visit all the attractions but far enough away where it’s quiet. Cleaning crew could have done a better job cleaning up prior to our check in and the “bear proof” trash can definitely isn’t bear proof.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

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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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