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Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10

Family-friendly cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Back of cabin.
View from parking area
View from back corner of our cabin.
Kitchen (well stocked)
Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Next To Heaven
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10

"Campfire Lodge" offers a quiet getaway in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. A secluded log cabin, 3,000+ sq ft, with beautiful views overlooking Thunderhead, Rocky Top and Rich Mountains. There is also a small pond a short walk from the cabin. For your evening pleasure, there is an outdoor fire pit for roasting hot dogs & smores. Please DON'T share with the Bears!

This secluded cabin is near everything. Located on 5 acres on Little Round Top Way, in Wears Valley, near Townsend. 10 to 30 minutes to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Dollywood and the Townsend entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and Cades Cove. "Campfire Lodge" is our dream home away from home, and we would be greatly honored to share our gift with you.

"Campfire Lodge" is a true log cabin. If you choose to hang out at the cabin for the day, there is plenty to do. You can hike on our trails around the 5 acres, play pool, ping pong, or relax with good book on the deck or in a hammock. A large kitchen, dining area, and laundry room make your stay easy. Local stores and restaurants in Townsend & Wears Valley, can supply all your needs 5 to 8 minutes away. Smoky Mountain Grocery will even deliver your things before you arrive so your fridge and cabinets are ready to go. If your desire is for a greater shopping experience, Pigeon Forge is only 20 minutes away.

If you like a vacation where every day is filled with different attractions & activities or if you prefer to chill out and relax privately in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains this cabin is for you!

The main level has an open floor plan, consisting of the great room, kitchen, dining room, 2 bedrooms (1 king 1 queen), and a full bath (with shower and garden tub w/jets). The loft area has 1 king & a full bath. The 4th bedroom (1 queen), is downstairs just off the game room. Downstairs living space has TV, pool table, ping pong table and a full size futon, from there you can also access to the back yard. The spacious deck, with hot tub, overlooking the gorgeous mountains, is accessed from the main floor.

***Our parking area provides plenty of space for several vehicles, and a trailer.
***Bonus*** Guest pass to Honeysuckle Meadows Pool & Deli is on us, while you stay.


"Campfire Lodge" has been listed on VRBO since 2011 with many happy customers, and many wonderful reviews! As the New Owners, as of 2018, we are pouring lots of TLC into our beautiful home. If you have been here before, we invite you to leave a review or better yet come see us soon!!!

Key Words: Pigeon Forge, Wears Valley, 5 Private acres, 10 minutes Smokey Mountain National Park Townsend entrance, Cades Cove, 20 minutes to Pigeon Forge, DollyWood, 30 minutes to Gatlinburg

Owners: Jim & Lisa




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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Dollywood. 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

  • Next To Heaven - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 42 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sloppy Hog Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg, Campfire Lodge Secluded 4 Bed,2 Baths, sleeps 8-10 located?

This family-friendly Townsend cabin is located in the mountains, 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Next To Heaven, and within 6 mi (10 km) of River Rage Go-Kart Track and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bianca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband stayed here for 5 days and had a wonderful time. The view and property are beautiful and peaceful. The house was spotless but some of the furniture in the basement was a bit worn and outdated. The pool table was solid however some of the cushions need replacing. The kitchen was very well stocked and the upstairs is stunning. Beds were comfortable. The deck was great. We saw bears every day! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M.

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

Beautiful

This cabin was absolutely amazing! It has a beautiful view and was very peaceful and quiet. We had no issues what so ever! It was very clean including the hot tub. We really appreciated this cabin and the little gift basket that was left for us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Y.

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

Spring break trip

We had a fabulous stay here, would highly recommend!! Beautiful views, loved the hot tub and trails right on the property. Fully stocked kitchen and extra bedding were appreciated. Perfect location- could access Smokey Mountains easily (about 15 min drive). Would love to come back and see bears next time (were not out yet in March). Such a wonderful place, you will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

Amazing location! Perfect place for our family of 8. Would stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Absolute Blessing

Jim and Lisa have a beautiful property, it was such a blessing to have been able to stay there with our family. Location is great, property and house are wonderful, and Bambi and Babies are beautiful too!!! Excellent communication and thoughtful as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Perfect Getaway

Better than expected. The hosts were very communicative, went above and beyond to ensure our stay was pleasant. Wonderful, secluded location. Very clean. We enjoyed the multiple bear sightings - there was a mother and two cubs as well as a solo bear.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Great Cabin

This cabin was wonderful. We had a great view. We had plenty of room with 5 adults and 3 kids. Cabin is exactly how described. Owners we fantastic with communication. We highly recommend this cabin to anyone that wants privacy, great view and close to all the towns. Bears where a plus!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Dream vacation

Me and the family were excited for our 1st family vacation in the mountains, and this place did not disappoint. The place was amazing, very clean and felt like home. Had tons of fun playing ping pong, shooting pool, and enjoying the hot tub as well as getting to see snow. The next time we go to Tennessee for vacation, we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful!

We had a fantastic week with our family at Campfire Lodge. The house is well appointed, exceptionally clean and even more impressive than it looks in the listing. Great location close to two entrances to the park. Beautiful property with great views/sunsets from the deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Beautiful Mountain View

We loved our stay here. The sunset view of the mountains was lovely. Jim was in contact with us prior to arrival about the storms that had come thru the night before and kept us posted on possibility of the power being out but all was good when we arrived. :) Would recommend this place for sure and would definitely consider staying again if we head back to TN.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margarita L.

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

The perfect end for the year

The most cozy and family friendly cabin I had stayed so far. They went above and beyond and even got some gifts for us and the kids. Very accessible and a wonderful view. Perfect for those looking to do hiking around. The cabin has everything you’ll need. Close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Had a wonderful time! Saw mama bear and her 3 Cubs. Beautiful view and wonderful hosts.

Had a great time. Be sure to stay on the paved road to the cabin. GPS was trying to get us to turn down a gravel road. This is definitely a repeat visit in the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Rest and Relaxation

Property was exactly as described, we were looking for something other than our "usual place" Beautiful home with an incredible view! Its clean, cabinets fully stocked with everything you need including so many spices. The game room/ basement provided plenty of entertainment with a pool table, and ping pong. As described there are bears. We had a young female bear visit most mornings, and later in the evenings. Our 11 year old son was took many pictures of her. I will say this is must stay if you wanna make memories. We will definitely be booking again. Thank you Jim and Lisa!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chauntelle B.

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

Secluded, but not boring

We loved our stay here. It is off the main road enough for ample privacy, yet close enough to the neighbors that it doesn’t feel lonely. It is quiet with gorgeous views and a nearby pond. It is far enough away from the tourist hotspots yet close enough to get to them if you want. This was our first time in Tennessee, and I highly recommend this VRBO and area. There was so much to do and explore: hiking, National park, theme parks, mountain roller coasters, museums, etc. The hosts were super responsive to our texts and so lovely with their gift basket and words of love and prayer. Thanks for making our stay so welcoming, and it was an extra bonus to have on-site activities for when we weren’t out exploring surrounding areas: ping pong, pool, hot tub, fire pit, etc. Our kids and grandkids loved it. And we were even able to see fireflies at night. <3
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

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

Possibly the Best Rental I Have Ever Experienced

Me and my family, along with extended family decided to spend Christmas in Mountains and this place did not disappoint. The owners made it feel like home and even included some personalized Christmas touches that we by no means expected. I won’t say what they were as to I don’t want to ruin the surprise for anyone. This cabin created the most memorable Christmas we have had yet. The owners are excellent at communicating and even let us check in early which was amazing since we had just driven all the way from Louisiana with 3 small children who desperately wanted out of the car. The cabin has everything you could need already stocked, and had more room than our party of 8 could have possibly needed. The area is beautiful, and the definition of peaceful. Be sure to stay aware of the bears. It’s almost a given that they will show up at some point. A mom and two cubs and a lone female. They’re very comfortable with people, but as long as you keep your eyes open they are not an issue. I highly recommend this stay, and as a person that has traveled everyone and stayed a thousand different places, this one definitely stood out.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of our best family vacations. The house was well stocked with everything you would need. The hosts are very responsive, nice, and hospitable. They even left really nice gifts for us when we arrived. We literally cannot say enough good things about them. From the decor in the house, to the little details of love put into the home, it’s amazing! The property is conveniently located near Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We made day trips to Anakeesta, zip lining, Cades Cove, shopping, and local hiking; all of these were within 40 minutes from the cabin. Also, we swam a few times in the pool that we had access to and it was very nice with a full concessions. Right next to the pool is a fishing pond where we caught bluegill and bass. The property is absolutely beautiful. We saw black bear every day on our trip. 3 bear became regular visitors, so much so that our children even gave them names. They weren’t a nuisance at all and kept their distance from us. However, they did like to mess with the grill every night after we all went to sleep. We took almost daily hikes in the trails on the property; it took us awhile but we finally found the prayer sanctuary with the cross made out of logs from the forest. It was all just very nice, exactly what we were looking for. If you are looking for a place where you are secluded, guaranteed to see wildlife, but yet close enough to enjoy all the “touristy” things the Smoky Mountains have to offer, this is the place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this beautiful cabin! Jim & Lisa were the best hosts and provided everything we needed, along with some extra special things to make our time there comfortable and enjoyable! We enjoyed watching for bears and saw several while we were there! We would highly recommend staying here and would love to visit again sometime. Thank you again, Jim & Lisa!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private and amazing. I thought it was an easy drive up the road to get to the cabin. Once you get to the cabin it’s quiet with no visible cabins around. Plenty of room to spread out and enjoy. The back deck was a great place to hang out and enjoy the view and the hot tub. We had bears visit every day - multiple times a day really. They were not aggressive at all, and that made seeing them fun and not scary. We made sure to keep our distance for sure though. Mostly they would just do a tour around the house which meant we could observe from a safe perch on the porch. The location was perfect also. Maybe 20 minutes from both the park and Pigeon Forge. I highly recommend if you are looking for a wonderful cabin to visit Beyond that, Jim & Linda were the best hosts you could ask for. Quick to respond when I needed a question answered. And even had a nice gift basket waiting for us. Such a nice personal touch. We loved every minute of being there. One of the best weeks we have ever had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jai M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and wonderful host. We got to see bears every day at the cabin. I’ve never stayed in a cabin more equipped. Thank you from our family
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

There really are bears!

Great, secluded location with a beautiful view of the mountains. Plenty of space for Family to enjoy. And they’re really were bears!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasen H.

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10/10 recommend!!

We had an absolute amazing experience with our family here. Many good memories made. Beautiful place inside and out if your thinking about booking the " campfire lodge" you will not be disappointed. Jim and Lisa were more than accommodating. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

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

10/10 Excellent

We had a great time at Campfire Lodge. Jim and Lisa were wonderful and excellent with communication. The cabin was perfect for our family. Beautiful views and great amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto M.

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Daughters 30th Birthday Wish

Campfire lodge made my daughter’s birthday wish come true. From the Sunset views of the Smokey Mountains from the terrace to the beautiful fire place. The lodge is very spacious and lends itself to everyone’s likings. The owners were great.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie W.

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

Amazing and relaxing!

Beautiful property! Well equipped for large groups! Spacious and comfortable! Relaxing hot tub and amazing back porch with phenomenal view! We had an incredible vacation and the owners were awesome! It’s peaceful and private!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Perfect Gatlinburg Getaway

The pictures don't do justice the beauty of this property and cabin. All the charm of log cabin ambiance with a stunning view off the back deck. Property managers are warm and attentive and have the cabin stocked with all the equipment needed to cook anything you want on the trip. We enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit & pool table. Smart TVs made it easy to cast to when running a meeting for our team. We even had a mama bear & 2 bear cubs visit each day! Overall, it was a wonderful experience and would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim & Lisa

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Jim and Lisa
We are high school sweet hearts who have found the secret to making it work! Faith, Truth, and Time together, Quality Time! 46 years since our first date, oh yea and most importantly laying our lives down for each other! We have a passion for the beauty of our loving Fathers creation! Hiking, fishing, biking, photography, and classic cars are some of our other joys. Our very busy schedule, 2 adult sons and a daughter plus 3 grand babies keep us hopping! We also Shepherd two rural churches in Middle Tennessee. As the OWNERS of "Campfire Lodge" we know how important it is to have a place of PEACE and REST where the whole family can come and the kids can run.

Why they chose this property

Lisa and I have hiked many of the trails in the Smoky''s, most all the water falls. We do enjoy the shopping and attractions near by in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, but this area, Townsend and Wears Valley has a different pace. Lisa has always called these "Her Mountains", even the drive in is so beautiful and NO traffic! We fell in love with this property when we first drove up the road. The unexpected 2 acre pond (across the road) was a photographers bonus. Thanks to Papa! Now, we would like to invite you to come and rest a little too!

What makes this property unique

"Campfire Lodge" is spacious, 3000' plus, but as we looked for a home here we desired three things. First, it had to have a view. Second, when the crew gets together there is at least 3 big trucks and a couple cars. so parking was a must.Thirdly, when my grandson arrived today he asked, "where is the dirt?" his toys needed dirt to move! kids need a place they can just run! All this and 5 acres with some private hiking trails. Did I say wildlife......Reminder....Its AGAINST the Law to FEED the Bears

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