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4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park

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A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, a porch with chairs, and a decorative wreath on the door.
A swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden fence.
Honey Suckle Meadows Pool And Deli
A wooden cabin-style bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A cozy cabin room with a large bed, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Waldens Creek
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Waldens Creek
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Dollywood
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park

Must Have 4WD or AWD Jeep, SUV or Truck to get to this cabin year-round.
We do not allow standard sedans or cars even with AWD.
Trucks or SUVs without 4WD or AWD not allowed.

Shady’s Barn = Not Fancy – Just Right

When you are looking to get away from the crowded city life, escape to nature on a backroad dedicated to 4WD| AWD access and enter the peaceful zone of Shady’s Barn. Although there are other cabin rentals close by, Shady’s Barn and Saddle Ridge are perched on a tract of almost 20 acres of mountain glory. Nestled amongst the trees at the top of a ridge in a wooded section of a forest like setting, Shady’s Barn offers a mountain escape that couples have come to love and adore throughout the years. When you stay at Shady’s Barn, you truly feel like you have escaped the daily woes of life. Countless numbers of guests have told us how restored they feel after staying at this rustic mountain cabin in the Smokies. Shady’s Barn is not fancy, luxurious, posh or any of the above. It is however, a budget friendly, clean and comfortable Wears Valley Cabin Rental. The best thing about Shady’s Barn is that it provides an affordable option for couples on a budget looking for a little piece of paradise in the Great Smoky Mountains.

Shady’s Barn is located in Wears Valley and is approximately 25 minutes from Pigeon Forge and Townsend. Gatlinburg is a bit further at approximately 40 minutes – depending upon traffic.

When you turn off the main road onto the gravel road that takes you to the cabin, the feeling of true escape surrounds you. The forest like setting is peaceful and calming. Once you are at the bottom of the mountain on the flat part of the gravel road, we recommend activating 4WD or AWD mode on your vehicle. The road ahead leading up to the cabins requires 4WD or AWD. As you wind up the mountainside, at the top, you will see a cabin named Saddle Ridge to your right and at this fork in the road, you will turn left and continue down to Shady’s Barn on the left. When you arrive and park in the circle driveway at Shady’s Barn, we believe that you and your loved one will feel energized and happy to be in the Smoky Mountains.

Shady's Barn is a rustic little cabin nestled the woods. This one level cabin boasts a screened in patio with a 52-jet hot tub and a patio table. We are certain that this area will be the highlight of your stay in the Smokies.

Another great aspect about staying at this affordable honeymoon cabin rentals in Wears Valley is the outdoor fire pit. Snuggle up to your loved one and enjoy the quiet moments together.

Wood For Firepit: Guests will need to purchase firewood when using the outdoor fire pit. Please Do Not bring wood from home. You may purchase bundles at Knockout Firewood conveniently located next door to our office. Knockout Firewood Address is 3264 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN.

As you enter into the cabin, the Queen Bed welcomes you to get a good night’s rest. There is a TV in this room to enjoy watching movies or listening to music via streaming.

Inside the main cabin, you will find modern appliances, a gas burning fireplace (during season), a full bathroom, and laundry facilities.

WIFI Details: There is free Wi-Fi available to our guests. The TV in the living room is set up for streaming your favorite TV shows. Have a Netflix account? Log-in and enjoy your favorite movies while relaxing in the comforts of this cozy cabin. Make sure to bring your Log In and Passwords for your favorite streaming accounts.

Located in Wears Valley just down the mountain from The Preserve Resort, Shady's Barn offers rustic charm and a chance to escape from it all at an affordable price.

***Pool and fishing pond access located at Honeysuckle Meadows Pool & Deli off of Happy Hollow Road in Wears Valley. Located approximately 8 minutes from the cabin.
There is no cost to use the pool or fishing pond. This is included in your rental.
Fishing pole rentals available onsite in season.

Maximum occupancy: 2
Must Be 21 Or Older To Rent
1 Queen Bed

****Limited cellphone reception at this location. WIFI available at this cabin.

Check In Time: 5:00 PM
Check Out Time: 10:00 AM

No U-Haul or Motorcycle Trailers Allowed.
No Motorcycles Allowed

Please Note:
You must have your own transportation. Year - Round, 4 WD / AWD is Always Required. In the event of inclement weather and the roads become impassible, we reserve the right to require you to reschedule your stay. We will not cancel your reservation due to penalties imposed by VRBO. However, if we contact you regarding rescheduling your reservation due to a snowstorm or an ice storm, you will need to be prepared to reschedule your reservation.

Absolutely No Pets Allowed

Closed to arrivals & departures on Thanksgiving & Christmas Day

No Refunds For Early Departures.
All Stays Must Be 14 Days Or Less. No Long-Term Bookings Allowed (15 or More Days).

Fireplaces Open October 15 - March 15.

Distances: (Please Note: Distances Are Approximate).
Anakeesta: 21 miles
Cades Cove: 20 miles
Dollywood: 17 miles
Gatlinburg: 20 miles
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Entrance – Sugarlands Visitor Center: 16 miles
Honeysuckle Meadows Pool & Deli: 2.5 miles
Metcalf Bottoms: 7 miles
Kroger: 12 miles
Pigeon Forge: 12 miles
Publix: 12 miles
Townsend: 8 miles
Wal-Mart: 15 miles

Emotional Support Animals: Per official ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidance, emotional support animals (ESAs) are not covered by federal public accommodations laws. We do not accept emotional support animals in non-pet friendly cabins since these animals are not protected by any applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations regarding short term lodging in Tennessee. Renters with emotional support animals may only bring their ESA with them if they are staying in a pet friendly cabin and pay the relevant $100.00 non-refundable pet fee. Renters with service animals for a disability are explicitly protected under both federal and state law. The ADA defines service animals as dogs that have been “trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability.” Service animals are explicitly protected under both state and federal law, and, as such, are welcome in any of our cabins.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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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Property # 1589831vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sevierville

Sevierville is home to this holiday home. Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Island at Pigeon Forge and Christmas Place. Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Waldens Creek - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Titanic Museum - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Dollywood - 19 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mel's Classic Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sloppy Hog Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Brewery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park?

As of 21 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park on 26 October 2026 start from NZ$838, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4WD / AWD Adventure For 2 - Private Setting Near Great Smoky Mtns National Park located?

Situated in Sevierville, this holiday home is steps from Waldens Creek and within 6 mi (10 km) of Island at Pigeon Forge and Goats on the Roof. Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster and Pigeon Forge Community Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for couples

We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was perfect for just the two of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cabin getaway

Everything was perfect for a nice quiet anniversary trip with my wife! We loved the hot tub and the beauty of the smokies.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot kind off grid secluded

Everything was perfect, got to enjoy peace and quiet and the wild life turkeys appeared every day Clean will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2023
Good morning James: Thank you for choosing Great Cabins in the Smokies for your stay. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us. When you plan your next getaway please call us Thank you, Great Cabins In the Smokies
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

December Getaway

Had a great getaway at Shadys Barn. Perfect little cabin in the woods. Hot tub was very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review. We hope you stay with us for another relaxing getaway.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice remote place.

Very quiet and seen a lot bears.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2024
Thank you David
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sad to leave!

Hubby and I had a wonderful, quiet weekend. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Very beautiful and what a nice place coming back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Mike Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We hope you will return again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and peaceful

Quiet and peaceful settings, pleanty of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was great

Nice, clean, secluded and perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could leave a six star rating for the location, view, and coziness of this cabin I would. Leaving out one morning my wife and I saw a bear a short distance from the cabin on the private driveway. My wife and I always try to find a small, unique, and cozy place to stay on our anniversary trip and this cabin didn’t disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible weekend

This was the perfect weekend getaway! Everything was perfect! We had the absolute best time thank you so much!! We will definitely be recommending this cabin to our friends:)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect privacy in the woods

The cabin is very clean and comfortable. The dive in not too bad , not as bad as I was expecting. We enjoyed our peaceful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Patricia Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We appreciate your feedback. We hope you will return again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Honeymoon

It was a great! We were on our honeymoon and loved that the cabin was secluded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2024
Dawn, Its great to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope you visit with us again. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get away in the mountains

The cabin was exactly as listed and it was beautiful we got there after dark but the turn by turn directions they gave us got us there first try the cabin was clean and cozy the property manager was amazing when we come back we will be using them again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin tucked in the mountain & secluded.

Great, last climb to the cabin was only gonna happen with 4WD!! Was Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Lee Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We hope you will return again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Was very pleasurable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Please call us directly to book next time to receive your 8% repeat guest discount. Thank you, Carolyn & Ruby.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience

The cleanliness and coziness of this cabin made our trip absolutely incredible. It was the first thing we saw when we arrived to Gatlinburg and was not disappointed. Will book with them again when staying in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shady Barn

Overall day was absolutely amazing and beyond peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Great to know you had such a peaceful experience. Thank you & we hope you stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I was very happy with this cabin and it's seclusion. It was perfect. Can't wait to come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Top of the mountain!

My favorite place to be! On top of the mountains. On top of the world. Very private and secluded which is where I wanted to be!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Quiet place to stay. Bed mattress was hard but overall good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2024
Hi Melinda. Thank you for choosing Great Cabins in the Smokies for your vacation. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your vacation with us! Please call us again for your next getaway. Thank you, Great Cabins in the Smokies
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Nice location

Not bad but be prepared to have no service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay the cabin was very cozy, had everything you needed the hot tub was wonderful, if you want a beautiful secluded cabin this is the one but you do need an AWD or 4-WHEEL DRIVE we will return Belinda & Keith May 2024
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Thank you Belinda & Keith! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

After Christmas Get away

My husband & I just wanted a quiet get away after the Christmas hustle with family. What a great choice, so peaceful & secluded The weather couldn’t have been any nicer! Enjoyed walking around in 65-75 degree weather right after Christmas! Highly recommend this property
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Hi Kelly, We are so happy to hear that you all had a nice time at Shady's Barn :) The next time that you all are going to visit the Smokies, we would be more than happy to welcome you again to this cabin or one of the other ones we have available. Best from Wears Valley, Accommodations by Great Cabins in the Smokies
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

May not be for everyone but it was perfect for us

Small fairly secluded cabin. Not lying when they say AWD needed. Location was within an hour of all of our hikes and the populated areas (Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge). We would book again if we return to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

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