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Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!

Family-friendly cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Welcome to Always A View!
Welcome to Always A View!
Exterior detail
Charcoal park grill overlooking Mt. LeConte and the Gatlinburg strip!
Beautiful views from every angle!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!

**Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:**

•Our pricing reflects all seasonal rate and discounts I am currently offering. My pricing is non-negotiable. Please do not inquire about discounts.
•No animals and No smoking allowed inside our property. No exceptions. Due to severe asthma and severe allergy of the owner who supervises and stays in the house between reservations, no pets, animals, ESA, or SA's of any kind are allowed.
•Maximum Occupancy = 6 persons (including all adults and children)
•Minimum age to rent: 25 years old

*Signed Rental Agreement are Required to Confirm Reservation. **Name must match the name on the reservation, the rental agreement, and the cardholder for the reservation**

*Guest receives 75.00% (less $150.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs at least 60 days before arrival; Guest receives 50.00% (less $150.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs at least 45 days before arrival; No refunds within 45 days of arrival.

**NEWLY BUILT CABIN!

LOCATION LOCATION!! Half a mile to downtown Gatlinburg. 3-tier decks overlook the city and the mountains! Sit on the decks and enjoy the music playing from a distance.

Always A View has a spectacular view of Mt. LeConte and the downtown Gatlinburg strip. Our cabin is furnished with Three King Master Suites, tiled showers, theater room, game room equipped with free-play arcade games, and comfortably sleeps six. This cabin is close to everything Gatlinburg has to offer because it is located directly up on the mountain about a half mile behind Ripley's Aquarium.

You will enter a private driveway to a large flat concrete parking area with just five steps to enter the cabin. The main level offers a beautiful rock fireplace accented with a log mantel, electric fireplace, leather sofa and two leather chairs. The living area features a 40" LED TV with ROKU and Spectrum Cable and as well as high speed internet throughout the cabin. All three master suites are on their own floor, so you have complete privacy. The kitchen is fully equipped, has large beautiful windows and doors that lead out to one of the three decks to enjoy the mountain air, inspiring views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg below. The deck is equipped with rocking chairs and a 6-person hot tub to enjoy the outdoors. Night time is another treat when the view turns to the glow of the city lights below.

The lower level leads to the game area complete with free-play arcades; board games, cards, poker chips, theater room, and many movies have been provided to entertain all ages on a 82-inch TV. There is also a master suite bedroom and full bathroom on this lower level.The bedroom is equipped with an LED TV and DVD Player.

The upper level leads to another master suite, king size log bed, and beautiful tiled shower. Beyond the master suite is a relaxing sitting area to curl up with your favorite book, next to the large windows and doors that leads out to the upper level deck, complete with seating for a high rise view!

The main level features the beautiful vaulted ceilings, paddle fan, fully equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, oversize dining table, laundry room with full-size washer and dryer, and the third master suite with king size log bed, and an adjoining full bathroom with a beautifully tiled shower. This bedroom is equipped with a 32" LED TV and DVD Player. The full bath on this level offers a beautifully tiled tub/shower combo, granite counter-top, large vanity, and vessel sink.

Always a View combines a fantastic view, close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge attractions, with multiple amenities, a cabin to enjoy year-round!

Guests are provided a starter pack of paper towels, toilet tissue, hand soap, dishwasher and dish washing detergent for your immediate use.

*Adjustments made to rates do not apply to upcoming reservations that have already been accepted or confirmed.

*Sadly we lost our beautiful cabin to the wildfires in 2016. It was a long wait to rebuild, but we think you will see why it is worth the wait! We have spent extra time and effort to make this cabin the perfect fit for your family's mountain getaway home! Three luxury master suites, king beds, tiled showers, huge game room with free-play arcades, theater room, 6-person hot tub, and beautiful mountain and city strip views! You can't beat it!

Other Frequently Asked Questions:

* Are linens included? Yes, we provide linens for beds, bath towels, hand towels, and wash cloths.
* What household supplies are provided? We provide our guest a starter kit, which includes 1 roll of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, dish detergent, hand soap, laundry pods, and kitchen and bathroom trash bags.
* Do you provide any baby items? Yes, we provide a high chair and baby gates.
* Do you allow pets/animals? No, we do not allow any animals in our cabin. No exception.
* Is the price negotiable? No, We do not offer discounts or eliminate any of the fees.
* When will I receive cabin access info? Your "Welcome Letter" will be emailed to you 14 days prior to your arrival date.
* Will I hear construction noise? It is possible you may hear construction noise as people continue to rebuild after the wildfire.
* How is the drive to the cabin? Always A View is less than 1 mile from the main parkway in Gatlinburg, and it takes about 5 minutes. The roads are all well-maintained and paved. Keep in mind, these are mountain roads, so expect some steeper parts.
* Do I need 4-wheel drive? During the winter months, if snow or ice conditions are present, we recommend 4-wheel drive or snow chains.
* Is there pool access? No.
* Do you have a grill? Yes, we provide a charcoal park-style grill with lid and condiments table. We do not provide charcoal, lighter/lighter fluid.
* Is this cabin secluded? No, Always A View has surrounding neighbors.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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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
Copy of Driver's License and Signed Rental Agreement are Required within 48 hours of Booking Request to Confirm Reservation
No Animals. No Smoking inside Property.
Minimum Age to Rent: 25 years old. No Parties/No Over-Occupancy at any time.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle. 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

  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Anakeesta - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades! located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Traffic Light #5, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 240 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean cabin. We enjoyed the view and stay. Definitely would come back to this place.
View from deck
View from deck
View from deck
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with the comfiest beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jason Van V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was everything and more! We had such a wonderful time with our parents, and it was extra special bringing my mom and my boyfriend’s mom together to meet for the first time. Always a View truly lives up to its name—it’s the best place to stay. The views are breathtaking, the atmosphere is peaceful, and it made our time together unforgettable. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

danielle c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Road and driveway to get to home are very steep. Cabin is beautiful with all amenities needed. View from decks are beautiful. The rocking chairs on the deck are not comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

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

Best Family Vacation

We had the best stay at “Always a View” in Gatlinburg. Looking forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

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

Great home and location

This was a great home to stay in for the week. We were just a few minutes from Gatli
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac O.

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

Great location and view

Property was great! If you like really soft beds this is for you. Best cabin we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Best rental we have ever had

Super fun place to stay. Overlooking Main Street Gatlinburg. Very comfortable beds and very clean. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Fall Getaway

Very clean and nice Cabin. View was beautiful. Owners are very kind and extremely accessible. If you are looking for a first class place that is centralized in Gatlinburg, this is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LEIGH P.

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

Family Getaway

Loved this house! It was perfect for our family of 5 -- game room and movie theatre was a highlight, almost wish we had a rainy day to spend more time there! The house was very well stocked and had everything we needed. It was extremely clean, big bedrooms & bathrooms, comfortable beds & living areas. It was perfect- we would definitely book it again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

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

Serene Escape

Beautiful cabin and perfect location. Clean and comfy. The theater and game rooms were a huge hit with the whole fam. We spent mornings and evenings there each day. The cabin was appointed with basic essentials, minus shower soaps which was listed, but still would have been a welcome addition along with a few k cups ;) They book up quick so Act fast and book now! A sure to please vacation rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Amazing and perfect

The house is beautiful. The views are breathtaking. The hosts are super friendly and responsive. We had some furry friends visit. All in all, a 5 star vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

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

Bear 2023

Beautiful cabin with a great views! Cabin was very clean and the check in process was very simple and convenient. We’d definitely book this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn K.

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

Bear retreat

This house is amazing. Location is excellent. The road is a A little scary to drive up with a large SUV but worth it. We did see 2 bears during our stay, which was pretty cool. Be careful when going to your car. Just be aware of your surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

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

Friend weekend

We had three couples who travel and camp together regularly visiting Gatlinburg for a long weekend. This house was perfect for the 6 of us. We enjoyed the view of Gatlinburg from the deck. The theater and game rooms were fun entertainment in the evenings after a day of walking around in town, and the hot tub was amazing. We will definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great House

My family had another great trip to Gatlinburg. The check in was easy. The house was wonderful. Very clean and had all of the essentials that we needed. Very close to town which was super convenient and exactly what we wanted. Beautiful views! We even saw a large Black Bear one evening who visited the bottom floor. I didn’t expect to see that in January My only suggestion would be to add a Generac Generator. We did have a storm come through and knocked out the power for a few hours. Would absolutely recommend this property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James S., Mexico, Missouri

Everything we were expecting plus!

Very Beautiful Cabin with a spectacular view of Downtown Gatlinburg. Cabin was a hit with the adults and children. Easy drive and close to town. I can't say enough about the views during daytime and nighttime. Cabin furnishings are beautiful and cabin was very clean. Our boys would have stayed on the game consoles the whole time if we didn't make them take breaks or leave to do things around town. Would Highly Recommend Staying at the Cabin to anyone and will definitely check the availability on future trips. Owners were very nice and attentive in the reservation and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

6/10 Okay

Ronald O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Was nice

We agree with other reviews. It was nice but the pictures online made it seem bigger. Only one arcade game was working so grandkid’s were disappointed on that. The thermostat was in the basement so upstairs was hot till we figured that out. The drive way was a little scary coming down it. The views were great.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Perfect Location!

My family spent our spring break at Always A View and it was absolutely amazing! The house had everything we needed. The beds were so comfortable. The game room was prefect, we played every night! Then settled in for a movie in the movie room before bedtime. The house is in a great location convenient to everything. We enjoyed the hot tube with the perfect view over the city while still having privacy. The view of the city lights at night were just gorgeous whether you were looking from the house windows, one of the decks or the hot tube! Thank you so much for sharing your little peace of paradise with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

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

This was one of our best vacations so far great view beautiful place it was an amazing experience

Hands down was the best spot place view the family loved it kids were excited everything was exactly like it should be only thing I can say which is not a bad thing and a simple fix was the Roku remote controls for the tvs all but one was sticking and when you click on something you would have to take batteries out so the channel want change. But still simple fix no biggie I loved this place would highly recommend and I would like to book this place again in the near future thank you for a beautiful place my family enjoyed it and made some awesome memories that are priceless
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelia C.

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

Birthday Getaway

We all had an amazing time. We brought my golf cart to travel downtown on (it's street legal) but we barely left the cabin. Everything you need is already there. We grilled out on the outdoor charcoal grill. The kitchen has everything you will need to cook a full course meal as well. Large fridge. There is a master bedroom on each level. Lots of privacy if you want it. The view is amazing! The owners are easy to communicate with. I will defiantly stay at Always a View again. The ONLY thing I would add if it was my home is a Full-length mirror in Master or outside the bottom of the steps to the right (hallway near laundry) or near the front door before leaving out for a new adventure of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Great Family Cabin

The Always A View cabin was just what our family needed for a quick weekend getaway before heading back to school. Our 3 boys, ages 8,12 and 14, were in heaven with all the amenities the cabin had to offer: pool table, video games, hot tub, and board games. Instead of wanting to go out and explore Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, they were perfectly happy hanging out at the cabin. It's hard to keep these 3 electronic wired boys entertained, but this cabin provided everything we needed for a quiet, family weekend. The location of the cabin to downtown Gatlinburg is amazin. In less than 5 minutes, you are in Gatlinburg, right near the Aquarium and our favorite Mexican restaurant (No Way Jose's) and have easy access to everything. We would go into town for a few hours each day and head back to the cabin to relax. Watching the clouds roll over the mountains throughtout the day and the city lights come to life each night were amazing. The kitchen, beds and bathrooms were perfect....we had no issues whatsoever and HIGHLY RECOMMEND this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very close to the strip and excellent layout for a family vacation. We had a great stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views from all three deck levels. Cabin was well provisioned with full kitchen, laundry, and game room. The theater room was an excellent bonus.Owners are responsive and kind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jan Cofield

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Why they chose this property

This cabin was love at first sight! We searched high and low for the perfect cabin, and this shines above the rest with the perfect location, year-round views, and accommodations.
*Sadly we lost our beautiful cabin to the wildfires in 2016. It was a long wait, but we think you will see why it is worth the wait! We have spent extra time and effort to make this cabin the perfect fit for your family's mountain getaway home! Three luxury master suites, king beds, tiled showers, huge game room with free-play arcades, theater room, 6-person hot tub, and beautiful mountain and city strip views! You can't beat it!

What makes this property unique

The view from all three decks are absolutely breathtaking! Watch Gatlinburg come to life with the city lights at night, or enjoy the Smoky fog off the mountains during the mornings. When we lost our cabin to the wildfires in 2016, it gave us the opportunity to build back bigger and better than ever. We think you will agree that the wait is worth it!

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