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Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
The living room view from the loft
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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  • Place, Island at Pigeon Forge
  • Place, Titanic Museum
  • Place, LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

First floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Loft Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath

Welcome to the Walden, a space of seclusion in the Great Smoky Mountains. This cabin sits quietly in the forest with no other cabins in sight. Privacy is a priority with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Ample parking allows for up to 3 vehicles. Relax on the wrap around deck or soak in the hot tub nestled in the forest. Fast WiFi is available to handle multiple devices, or play a game of pool and check out the arcade in the loft. Keep it chill, no parties. Minimum rental age is 25. Located 15 minutes from the Parkway. There is a $150 pet fee. Please indicate if you are bringing your pet at time of booking.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
No parties or large groups
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
All dogs who are house broken are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping of any kind

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
Note from host: No parties or large groups
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Wilderness at the Smokies. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Dollywood's Splash Country 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

  • Christmas Place - 19 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 20 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Titanic Museum - 20 min drive - 15.9 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 21 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 24 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Jasper Beer Garden - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Boss Hogg's BBQ - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Hustle Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private and Secluded Pet friendly cabin in the Smokies! 2bed/2bath located?

This family-friendly Sevierville holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Waldens Creek, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Goats on the Roof and Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster. The Track and Lumberjack Feud are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin in the woods!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful surroundings cozy well equipped home for a great stay. Situated close to all the attractions but far enough away to enjoy the beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our week stay. This was our first time visiting the Smoky Mountains and the cabin was in a perfect location for visiting both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. The setting was so quiet and peaceful and we even got to see a bear walking down the road while sitting on the deck drinking coffee. The cabin was very clean, especially for being pet friendly. There was no pet smell or damage. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott M.

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

quiet

hosts were great, property was very secluded. would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kelly y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a great time. The scenery was beautiful, and we saw lots of bears. The kids loved the pool table and arcade games. My only gripe was that the cleaning appeared to be quickly done, could definitely use a good deep cleaning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton B.

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

Great place to stay

Perfect size for our family of 6! Very clean and had everything we could need & more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dana L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy private place!

We enjoyed our time as a family! It was cozy and well stocked. We loved the nature and privacy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidre E.

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

Great getaway in the mountains

My group and I enjoyed our stay at the cabin immensely! Great location, very clean and cozy. It was everything we hoped for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Perfect Stay in the Smokey Mountains

My husband and I (and our two Labradors) loved our stay at the Walden. The cabin is in a great/secluded location. Nice open concept with comfortable amenities. Internet was very good (should anyone need to stay connected). Great community with the owners. You can tell they take a lot of pride in their cabin! Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Amazing!

This cabin is absolutely amazing! Private location, super comfortable beds, oversized fluffy towels (embroidered with the cabin’s name!), extra throw blankets, and even pet specific blankets, too - the hosts have nailed all the small details that are usually overlooked in vacation rentals. We loved staying here and so did the dog!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at the Walden. Road was very steep and winding but thats to be expected. Wasnt much area directly around the cabin to walk our dog but they have a dog park a short drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Long Weekend Getaway

Very nice, clean, well furnished and private home that had everything we needed. Hosts were very attentive, although during our stay we had everything we needed. Development was gated and felt very safe. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

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

Great experience

The home was very nice in a great location with a gated community safe for kids Owner of home was very good with communication throughout our stay even had someone come by and clean the leaves off the driveway to make it easier to commute We stayed 9 days and 8 nights and will definitely stay here next year if available Also pet friendly which is good Thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle C., Franklin, TN

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

5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

It was amazing! Everything was perfect! Such a beautiful property and great host! I highly recommend this rental and we’ll be back very soon! Thank you! 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Christmas Vacation

We absolutely loved our stay at the Walden. We found it cozy and comfortable. The Christmas decorations really made it feel like home. I wasn't super crazy about the steep driveway and drive up but hey it's the mountains. After a few trips I became a pro. and
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Secluded, Quiet and Serene Mountain Vacation!

The four of us and two dogs had an incredible stay here! We were pleased with the ease of finding it AND its remote-ness! We had virtually no other properties within a few acres of us, which was great because we didn't have to worry about letting the dogs wander. The cabin was beautiful, clean and so relaxing. Communication with the owners was effortless and helpful. We really wanted a secluded place to relax and this was absolutely perfect! Even the beds were comfortable and the showers had great water pressure. The mountain roads were easy to traverse if you're used to the winding roads (like I am), but might be a little intimidating for someone used to flat roads-- but still very doable! We really loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

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

Great Secluded Get Away!

My husband and I love to travel with our 3 fur kids! The Walden was very accommodating and we all had a great time. We would definitely recommend and hope to be back next year! We loved there were wireless chargers in each room, that wasn’t noted but an added bonus! Many others noted in their review there were not any grassy areas for your dogs to “go”. This is true but you are in the mountains, what do you expect! Our dogs were fine walking up and down the driveway and doing their business to the side of the road. I would recommend brining a flashlight, helps when they need to go out late.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Property was well maintained and family, pet friendly if this is what you are looking for. Grill needed some attention, location was less scenic than we had hoped and the fire pit was further away from a usable space in our opinion. Overall a nice, comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was in a great location, away from town, so nice & quiet. It was super close to everything though. We loved the drive to town & back. We used the hot tub every day, really enjoyed it!We saw a mama bear and 2 cubs one evening, near the outdoor fireplace! That was really cool! We made a great choice, picking this cabin!
Bear at the bottom of the driveway
Living room at night… so pretty!
A bear in the neighborhood
Hubby tossing a stick for our Kelpie. She loved it too!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and fun place to stay. Will look to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hettie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Walden was an amazing place to unplug and get away from daily life. Very secluded and cozy. A “tree top” getaway! Our host was very responsive to any questions we had and accommodated our pets as well. We arrived to the cabin with 2 watering bowls provided for our pups. Even though the dog park was at the bottom of the mountain and a little further from the cabin than expected, it was still very well kept and the pups loved it! Overall a great place and we enjoyed our little family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Pigeon Forge Stay

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Did not want to leave!

This is the perfect place! There is something for everyone! It is beautiful and peaceful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Private quiet cabin

We loved the seclusion of this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

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

Spring Break Trip

Place was great. Perfect for the 4 of us. Loved the quiet and ability to get to things to do within 25 minutes. Cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tara Kneiser

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Brian & Tara live in East Tennessee and love spending time in the Smoky Mountains with their children.

Why they chose this property

It's quiet and private. It's just enough for a family to get away from the grind and enjoy nature. Enjoy a very private hot tub or take the family down the mountain to the resort pool, or to the community Pavilion for disc golf, a putting green and even a dog park!

What makes this property unique

The Shagbark resort has a community pool open during the Summer months. It has a playground, dog park, disc golf course and putting green. Security is on sight 24/7 for total peace of mind!

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