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382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating arrangements, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a mounted deer head.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows. There are two leather sofas with red throw pillows, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Patriot Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1-first floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2-second floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!

► Pet stays must be approved BEFORE you book.
► Dog owners, please scroll down for details how to request a pet stay.

Welcome to your new, favorite cabin in the Smokies! Swaying Pines--now in its 23rd year as a family vacation getaway--is only a 5 minute drive to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. And the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Gatlinburg entrance is only 6.5 miles away.

You'll be right around the corner (about 200 feet) from a community catch-and-release 5 acre fishing lake. Since it's private property, you won't need a fishing license. Just pack your poles and try your best angling skills on the bass, catfish, sunfish and grass carp. Or if you're not into fishing, take a peaceful morning walk by the water and watch the resident ducks and seasonal geese.

What can you expect outdoors at this cabin?

► Paved driveway and parking for 2-3 vehicles
► 5 steps up to the deck
► Small yard with horseshoe pits (non-regulation)
► Large deck with outdoor dining and seat cushions
► Nordic hot tub (4-5 person) with cover lift bar
► Charcoal grill
► Outdoor lighting (well-lit driveway and deck)
► Schlage keyless entry with your own, unique key code

Once inside, you'll see the living/dining area and just beyond that the kitchen. Right off the kitchen is the master bedroom with king bed, bathroom and laundry. The second floor has a comfy reading nook at the top of the stairs and a queen bed in the bedroom. You’ll find a rollaway twin bed in the upstairs closet for a 5th guest. The second floor bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a tiled stall shower. Here's what you'll find in both bedrooms:

► King bed: Novaform ComfortGrande Plus, Advanced Gel Memory Foam for temperature regulation and medium firmness

► Queen bed: Novaform 3" memory foam plush topper on commercial coil-spring mattress. This bed is ideal if you like a bit softer, pillow-top mattress.

► Plush pillows and quality linens (we replace our pillows every 12-18 months)
► Ceiling fan
► Desk, chair and desk lamp
► Dresser or armoire for clothing storage
► Extra large mirrored closet
► Luggage rack
► Wooden hangers
► 46" Sharp smart TV with Spectrum cable in queen bedroom.

The kitchen is well-equipped with quality cookware, glass bakeware, half-sheet baking pans, pizza pan, wood cutting board and knife block, grilling utensils, etc. Swaying Pines has plenty of small appliances, too:

► Cuisinart waffle maker
► Ninja smoothie blender
► Crockpot
► Toaster
► Keurig
► Drip coffeemaker
► Electric kettle
► Icemaker (in freezer)

Finally, the living space. We've stayed in a few hotels and vacation rentals over the years and discovered it's hard to find really comfortable furniture. That why we invested in quality reclining furniture (the sofa is electric). The dining table and chairs are over 20 years old but they're solid and sit comfortably. We even have some chair pads on them for a little extra cush :). We have blackout blinds at the windows and louvered door blinds for added privacy. There's a variety of good lighting (accent, task and ambient).

There is a single Ring security floodcam that lights up the driveway as you pull in. The video field is trimmed to record only the driveway and the 5 stairs leading up to the cabin. This camera allows us to monitor inclement weather at the cabin and have a record of when our housekeeping, pest control or any other service providers have been there. We don't actively monitor this camera.

We want you to have an amazing vacation and make sure Swaying Pines is a good fit for your needs. Please let us know if you have any questions prior to booking!

►►► HOW TO REQUEST A PET STAY

Swaying Pines welcomes ADULT DOGS ONLY up to 75 pounds
(Yes, this is more than VRBO's stated 50 lb. max weight)

The pet stay fee is $125.00 plus tax and is charged PER PET.

We appreciate any supporting details so we can determine if you pet is a good fit for the cabin. We may be able to consider two dogs.

Dogs must be experienced travelers. Absolutely no confining of pets to the bedroom or bathroom due to the risk for scratching or chewing of woodwork, floors or fabrics. You must agree to be financially responsible for any damage that your dog causes. If you're good with our pet policy, please send an inquiry and include the following:


► NAME, AGE, BREED and WEIGHT of your dog

► PROVIDE name of your dog's flea/tick control program

► CONFIRM you will bring a crate or indoor dog play-pen

► AGREE that you will not allow your pet on people bed(s)

► AGREE to pick up after your dog in the yard or on walks

Thanks for providing your pet info and we'll follow up with you promptly!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This property is ideal for families with children.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Click SEE MORE for important details for dog stays

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outdoors only. Butts must be disposed of.

We accept adult dogs only. Max weight 75 lbs. Pet stays must be approved prior to booking. The pet fee is $125/dog.

Dogs must be crate-trained or you can bring an indoor pet playpen for times when they're alone at the cabin. Pets are not allowed on people beds.

Send an inquiry with your dog's NAME, AGE, BREED, WEIGHT plus Flea/tick program. Confirm you will bring a crate or doggie play-yard.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 18856vb
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

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is near theme parks and on a lake. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg SkyPark and Dollywood. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Patriot Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Mountain Pancake House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fins Bar And Chill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg! on 10 January 2027 start from NZ$1,316, 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.

How much is parking at 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 382 reviews ⭐️ Fishing-Firepit-Hot Tub-Horseshoes-only 2.5 miles to Gatlinburg! located?

This family-friendly Sevierville cabin is located on a lake, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Moonshine Mountain Coaster are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean and the kitchen had everything you could possibly think of.. The furniture was nice and very comfortable. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was a perfect location and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed Treehouse and its location. We love earning our stars for cleanliness as well! I will pass this along to Elsie and her crew 😊 come back to visit anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a few days in the mountains
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
What we love to hear! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Swaying Pines! We hope to have you back if you come back to the Smokies.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Made a trip to pigeon forge for mySons birthday. House was in a great location, just a few minutes to get to either pigeon forge or Gatlinburg with easy communication with homeowner. House was really nice and clean with everything we needed while we stayed. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback! We are SO happy that you enjoyed your stay and found it to be well stocked and clean. Thank you for choosing us to host your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as described. It was a great get away for my whole family, including my dog! It was close to the park, following Waze to get there was easy- but Waze on the way out of the property would have sent us the wrong way down a one way - be aware the traffic in the neighborhood is one way!It was a great place for a peaceful get away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place for the family that was right in the middle of all the activities that you would want to do down the strip in Gatlinburg and in pigeon Forge
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thrilled that your family enjoyed Swaying Pines and its convenient location! Thank you for allowing us to host your stay in the Smoky Mountains
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay. It was very clean and exactly as it was described. They communicated well and the check in process was simple. We loved the closeness to both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. We will definitely stay here again. We’re hoping to make another trip back in December.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Swaying Pines and its location! We enjoyed hosting you and would be absolutely honored to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this clean, spacious and well-appointed house! It was the perfect place for our family of four (two teenagers!) to relax after a busy day in the Smokies and surrounding areas. The wifi was excellent and all the beds were super comfortable. Having a hot tub on the deck was a huge bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
We are so glad your family enjoyed your stay! It sounds like you have found your home away from home in the Smokies 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved it. Will be booking again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
The BEST compliment you could give Swaying Pines! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we’d be honored to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was absolutely gorgeous!! The cabin was sparkling clean . My family loved the horseshoes in the yard. The beds were comfortable and the waffle maker made the best waffles y'all book the cabin you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
We love a sparkling clean cabin review and a good waffle!! 😊 Thank you for being our guest and for recommending Swaying Pines. We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful! The cabin has everything you need and has an amazing outdoor space. They also had lots of board games which my son loved! 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
We are so happy Swaying Pines was the perfect fit for your family! The owners really go above and beyond to make sure guests have everything they need for their stay and for the cabin to feel like your home in the Smokies. With life being so fast paced it’s wonderful to slow down, play some board games and make some lifelong memories. Thank you for allowing us to host your family and we would LOVE to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for five nights. Great location - near the Smokies park entrance, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Cabin was clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Beds were firm and comfortable. Snacks and dog treats were left for us in the kitchen. Nice surprise after driving all day and arriving late in the evening. Didn't have a chance to use the hot tub. The only downside was that sound carried up into the loft and upstairs bedroom. I would definitely stay there again. And receiving check-in info and checking out was easy. Owner was great with communication.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time! We spent a day in Pigeon Forge and a day in Gatlinburg, but had just as much fun playing cards and horseshoes back at the cabin. It is very important to follow the directions given by the host and not follow apple/Google Maps. It took us way out of the way! Other than that, it was a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
I can’t tell you how happy it makes us to hear that you enjoyed Swaying Pines and specially cards/board games. It may seem like a silly thing to stick out to us but in such a fast paced world it is nice to know our guests are able to relax and enjoy the simple things a mountain cabin offers and the memories made ❤️ Thank you for allowing us to host your family’s Smoky Mountain vacation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect home base for our family of four. The cabin was exceptionally clean—which is a top priority for my wife—and clearly well-maintained. Its location near Pigeon Forge is excellent, making it a quick and easy drive to everything we needed. Additionally, the host was incredibly responsive whenever we had questions. We’ve already added this to our favorites list for our future trips to Dollywood!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thank you, Steven! I'm so glad your family enjoyed Swaying Pines and had a good experience. Can't wait to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, spacious, clean and quiet cabin and area. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay at Swaying Pines again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2022
Thank you, Michael. I'm happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is wonderful! The communication with the staff was great. The listing staff really pays attention to details. Even though we only travel to the Gatlinburg area every few years, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2026
What a nice compliment, thank you! The owners do a fantastic job of keeping it stocked. We would be honored to host you again anytime! 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely breathtaking views and the fall foliage was spectacular. I would absolutely stay here again. Off the beaten path which is just what we wanted. Still close to all the attractions if that is what you want.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2025
We just love hearing the cabin & location exceeded expectations. Coming back is the best compliment from our guests. Thank you! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin inside and out as expected with a beautiful covered porch and hot tub. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed it! Our guests returning is the best compliment we can get!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great. We loved all the outdoor space. It was clean. We had one complaint. The cabin got very warm in the afternoon and the AC only went down to 69 degrees. I messaged the caretaker and she said the owner was in Germany and to open the windows. The windows were very hard to open to cool the cabin down. We like to sleep at 65 degrees. But other than that, the cabin was perfect for our family of 5. It had every thing we could’ve needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thank you so much for the feedback. We had an HVAC tech come out to do the spring tune-up and learned our ductwork was partially disconnected under the house. We're having that repaired asap. The tech said that should improve the cooling, especially on the upper floor. Our thermostat range is from 68-75 degrees. Any lower than 68 isn't recommended because it could strain and freeze up the heat pump. We provide two tower portable tower fans to augment the three ceiling fans in the house. It's our sincere desire to keep guests comfortable year-round! I'm so glad you enjoyed Swaying Pines and we would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unfortunately we had a short stay. It was a very clean and well decorated property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
So happy you enjoyed the cabin! We’d love for you to come back and stay longer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean for the most part very close to everything and easy to get to nice beds and good size tvs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for allowing us to host you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location

We felt secluded but very close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed the location and your stay! Come back and stay anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming. She had snacks, kcups and coffee syrup to name a few. Perfect location and perfect yard for dogs. Enjoy walk around the pond with the dogs. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2025
We are SO happy you enjoyed the cabin and your stay! We are super lucky to have a great yard space for games with the family and space for the dogs. We appreciate you letting us host your stay and would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time here. We loved it and the temps were perfect. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
We are so happy you have found your home away from home! This is the best compliment we can receive.

About the host

Hosted by Jen Monschke & co-host Amy Greener

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Hi I'm Amy Greener and along with my husband Rick, we own and self-manage our 3 cabins in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, plus a few more for our neighbors. Our goal is to give you the best vacation rental experience ever. We hope to retire someday but for now, this is our family business and it keeps us busy!

Why they chose this property

Lots of people ask us why we chose this area to buy a vacation rental, when there are so many beautiful properties in our home state of Michigan. Honestly, it boiled down to two big factors: money and weather. With three young children, we didn't have much money to work with. We were looking specifically for a modest, fixer-upper. And Michigan gets mighty cold after October, so we headed south for our cabin search. We stumbled across Swaying Pines and new immediately it had real potential. It was painted blue outside and sad looking inside, but with time and sweat equity it's become a favorite with guests. We love the Smokies, the history of the area and it's welcoming people. We've made many friends and acquaintances here over the years, and you can't help but feel that wonderful southern charm and hospitality wherever you go.

What makes this property unique

Swaying Pines is a hidden gem...only 5 minutes from either Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. We especially enjoy the short drive to either town when it's really busy, like holidays. The 6 acre lake is privately owned so you don't need to buy a fishing license. It's so relaxing to take a walk around the corner to the lake and drop a line...or just make a loop around the lake for some exercise. The horseshoes are lots of fun, too. It has been a joy for us to gradually update and upgrade the cabin and hear comments from guests who remember it having a blue exterior, dial up internet or the old jacuzzi in the main bath. Humble beginnings, for sure :)

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