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FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat

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Snow on the Mountains - Seen from the Cabin!
Highlander Retreat Cabin
Our Beautiful Cabin ❤️
Time to relax on the upper deck!
Late Fall View from Upper Deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • SkyPark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat

AMAZING VIEWS FROM OUR FABULOUS BUILT CABIN - We have views for days from either of our spacious 9 x 30 ft decks. The views can be seen from outside or the inside of our cabin. Our Alpine style cabin offers a beautiful and comfortable living space with an authentic wood burning fireplace (in season) and a fully stocked amazing kitchen. Enjoy sleeping or lounging around in comfort and luxury in one of our two king size beds (adjustable bedframe) where you can also enjoy the majestic scenery. With the third bedroom this eliminates the need for a pullout couch or loft bedroom.

After a day of hiking, playing or shopping you can relax by watching television on any of our four televisions available, surf the high speed internet if you like, cozy up and read a good book or relax in the hot tub. In addition, we proudly offer the following to all of our guests: three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a park style grill, paved and lit parking, star gazing, more than just the basic cable channels, 150 hiking trails nearby, regular and fly fishing, river tubing, horseback riding stables are convenient and did we mention views?

The living room, dining area, kitchen and every bedroom offer phenomenal views of the mountains. Everyone has a real bed to sleep in when you stay at Highlander Retreat. Everyone will have privacy with the ability to take a break and recharge. In addition, we have a hot tub for those wanting to unwind even further at anytime, Or step out on the deck with your wine or coffee to take in a deep breath and the mountain air.

We are constantly asked if we can take more people at our cabin. It is very spacious and will hold more people - there is more than enough room for six people to relax. The issue is US! We are good stewards of the land AND the longevity of our cabin in general. The cabin is our home away from home. Opening it up to smaller parties for staying we love to do and by the same token we want to preserve our cabin for years to come. In addition, the septic and leech lines are not designed to hold so many people at once consistently. Septic systems don’t just include toilets! Due to our septic and leech lines we are limited to six people which includes children. Children of all ages. If you have an infant (less than 6 months old) in your party please message us for details.

We are conveniently located near Downtown Gatlinburg (3.5 miles) or Pigeon Forge (6 miles) off of the spur. Ober Gatlinburg is also just minutes away and offers year round entertainment for people of all ages!

We offer security through ADT with outdoor security cameras for our guests.

Remember when you contact Highlander Retreat Cabin you will be answered by an owner. We all live in Tennessee, love going to the mountains and part of us even grew up in those mountains. You will NEVER be contacted by a manager.
Come on to the mountains - relax and enjoy yourselves!!!

Property manager

Shauna Chance, Dawn Nasoori
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin 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 Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Check out an event or a game at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, and consider making time for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, a top attraction not to be missed. 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

  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • SkyPark - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Anakeesta - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FABULOUS Views & Memories at Highlander Retreat located?

Located in Chalet Village, this ski cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook. Gatlinburg SkyBridge is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Fantastic Getaway in the Mountains

The reviews say it all...and here's another one to pile on. First, the house is fantastic! All the comforts from the beds to the couches to the outdoor Adirondack chairs on the porch with the view. The house also has all the amenities from a great kitchen, to modern baths, and well laid out furniture. The owners are wonderful communicators and make the entire process super easy. Thanks for a fabulous weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Highlander Retreat Weekend

Great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

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

Beatiful Stay

Everything was as listed. Clean, beautiful views and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

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

Great Stay in the Smokies

We had a great time at the house, the views were great, we could even see fireworks on NYE. The hosts were fantastic, quick to communicate. The kitchen was well stocked with every pot, pan and utensil you could ask for. We spent a lot of time in the hottub looking out at the mountains. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanda B.

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

EXCELLENT!!!

This was such a GORGEOUS property!! Decorated beautifully for Christmas!! All the amenities you could ask for. The host was exceptionally easy to work with and always responded within 15 min. VERY CLEAN…I would recommend this cabin to anyone. It is center of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. GORGEOUS views!! We made precious memories
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan F.

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

Awesome view and cozy cabin

The cabin was in a great location with an awesome view of the mountains. Communication with the owners was super easy and they were very helpful. We only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki V.

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

Beautiful house with fantastic view

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful well stocked home. Everything we needed, and the views from the deck are fantastic. Close to the visitor center and Gatlinburg, yet away from the traffic and busy streets. The owners were easy to work with and gave some nice tips for hiking and enjoying Gatlinburg. The location was perfect for exploring the national park. One of our favorite areas was the Roaring Fork Motor Nature trail. Some cool old farmsteads including a couple of tub mills, and some great hikes. Exciting as well to see the numerous black bears in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

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

What a view!

The property was gorgeous with gorgeous views! The inside was beautifully decorated and the beds were super comfy. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed, and the check out instructions were very simple compared to other places we have stayed. The location was very close to the parkway with easy access to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

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

Amazing Cabin with Gorgeous Views

The cabin is beautiful and it was so CLEAN! The views are gorgeous outside and inside the cabin. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The beds are super comfortable and the amenities provided were great (kitchenware, towels etc). Check in was super easy and the host is phenomenally nice and provided suggestions on places to eat and things to do. We will be booking again! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

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

Can’t wait to come back!

I honestly don’t think the photos do this place justice! Perfect location, away from the hustle and bustle, but also close enough to every thing we needed. Hosts were very easy to reach and gave us a ton of info to help us through our trip. Will not look anywhere else to stay next time we come down!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilie V.

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

Absolutely lovely!

An inviting, clean, quiet, and beautifully maintained home! We counted this as the highlight of our trip. Next time we will book for more nights! Only complaint is there are no supplies such as shampoo, soap, or laundry supplies. Even just a few travel sized bottles would’ve been perfect to get is by. Coffee would be an added touch but we easily found our own at the Market within five minutes away. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi D.

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

Great view and great cabin!

This cabin was absolutely amazing! It is by far the best view I have ever had from a cabin in the mountains. It is close to both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Everything was absolutely perfect with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Beautiful View! Lovely house

Enjoyed our stay here! It’s on top of the mountain and the views are incredible! Loved the fully stocked kitchen too! Our family had a great time catching up on each other’s lives…. Thank you for making your home available to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Location!

We loved this property from the views, layout of the bedrooms and living area, and the location! It had everything we needed, and the owners provided good information on new-to-us trails that were useful as Newfoundgap Rd was closed during a chunk of our stay due to winter weather. Great all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Lake Elmo, MN

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

Cozy with gorgeous views

The cabin was perfect for our family of 4 as a home base for exploring the area. We all loved the views from inside and outside!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

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

We will definitely stay here again!

The house has a very cozy, warm, and inviting feel. The beds were comfortable. Everything was clean. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed. The view can't be beat, and the location was awesome because you could turn right on the main road to go to Gatlinburg or left to go to Pigeon Forge —no having to drive through Gatlinburg to get to Pigeon Forge. The owners were extremely responsive and friendly. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Cozy Stay

Stayed with my family for the Christmas holiday. The cabin was amazing. It was close enough to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge for a quick run to the store if needed. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Bedrooms were nice; the two larger rooms had an added bonus of adjustable beds. The last thing I will say is that the view from the balconies was amazing!!! Waking up to the cool, crisp air with a cup of hot coffee and the mountains too look at, made the trip that much more awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Beautiful chalet

Beautiful chalet/cabin. Perfect for private getaway. Well stocked with anything you might need. Awesome views of valley. Comfy beds and couch. Would most definitely lookup property for any other visits to area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Dollywood

Property provided beautiful views and close to Dollywood, Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg. It worked out great for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

David B.

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

The Stay

It was an excellent stay! The roads are 2 miles of hairpin turns and my husband was concerned every time we had to go up and back from the cabin! If you don't like the windy roads of the Smokies, this is not the cabin for you! But the response time for questions we had was unbelievably fast and the responses were unbelievably great! The owners sent us e-mails telling us about the area and what was good and what was extremely busy at this time of the year. The only problem I saw was the drive up and down the mountain! The rest was fantastic--including the views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David and Alexsandra W.

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

Great property

This summer was the second time we stayed at this cabin. We could not find another place with amazing views and amenities for the price.We are not sure if we will vacation in Smokies again but if we do will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Breath -taking views

Beautiful property. Ultimate relaxation place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

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

Beautiful & peaceful vacation!

We had such a wonderful stay at the Highlanders Retreat cabin! The hosts were excellent communicators and had the best recommendations for things to do, where to eat and great hiking spots. Our family of five had more than enough room and all of us thought the beds were SO comfortable! The cabin was very clean, was exactly like the pictures (beautiful) and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed seeing a few bears…a highlight for our kids. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shauna Chance, Dawn Nasoori

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Dawn and I grew up in Knoxville Tennessee and were lucky enough to call the Smoky’s our playground. We were also lucky enough to talk our husbands into getting a cabin of our own! We, Shauna, Shawn, Dawn and Marshall, originally purchased an authentic log home three lots down on Elm Road in January 2015. The fires in November 2016 completely destroyed our little cabin. We were devastated. Yet determined to rebuild and enjoy the beautiful mountains we have always known and loved deeply.

Why they chose this property

It took us much longer to rebuild than anticipated. We moved lots. We decided to go more towards our Alpine ancestor. We also decided to we must use local builders for our cabin. No one knows this area better and no one builds better! We had to wait but the wait was worth it. Shauna designed the cabin from nothing and we lovingly picked EVERYTHING that is involved with our cabin. Even down to the doorstops. The Alpine design combined with the mountain look is unique and special to this area.

What makes this property unique

We hope you will come and relax in our spacious cabin. Yes it is spacious. Yes it could hold more people. However we do not wish to have more people for several reasons. Mainly the septic tank is rated for six. Another huge reason is this is a place to relax and unwind. This is not a place to sleep twelve or twenty people. We offer a huge living area with a wood burning fireplace, two spacious decks with beautiful views, a kitchen to dream about, comfy beds, four TVs and access to over 500 miles of hiking trails. Come and visit, get in touch with yourself, your spouse or your family. That’s what we want to build - memories....

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English

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