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Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Anakeesta

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Play Room

1 Double Futon

Play Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!

The Fox Den is a 2 bedroom 2 bath Vintage Motel apartment. It was originally the owners house of the Fox Motel built in 1950s by our Grandparents that we have redone and converted to a nightly rental. An amazing location with less than a 1/4 mile walk to downtown Gatlinburg shops and restaurants with a Trolley stop in front of the building. Watch the Gatlinburg parades for Christmas and July 4th from the patio at the front of our plaza! The building was designed by Hubert Bebb (a student of Frank Lloyd Wright) and is one of the few remaining vintage motels in Gatlinburg. It has been remodeled for your comfort while keeping as much original as possible to give you the experience of 'Olde Gatlinburg Charm'. Decorated with a vintage/boho/eclectic theme, local arts and crafts, and rustic touches make this a unique rental. Fox (of Cherokee origin) was our Grandparent's last name and we've kept their legacy of hospitality intact by continuing to welcome guests to our place of happy memories!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SkyPark - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly! located?

Located in the heart of Gatlinburg, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Anakeesta. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and SkyPark are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cozy little cottage. It was clean & homey and quiet. Perfect for my husband, myself and our adult son. We would definitely book again when we vacation in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little historic property, conveniently located to everything! Walkability is key in Gatlinburg, and the facilities were great here. Easy check-in, consistent communication with the PM. Great value, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Great place for Dollywood

We used it for a place to stay to visit Dollywood. Its a short drive and a great area to walk and see the sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Fox Place. My parents ans I stayed from Sunday until Thursday. When we got there we were very happy with how clean everything was, how stocked it was, and how inviting the place was. It is very convenient to downtown Gatlinburg, but far enough out to where you didn't have to deal with the business of downtown. I even got to see a bear one evening. Scott is a wonderful host and very responsive to any questions we had. We love that this place was pet friendly, since this was one of our main needs. We will stay at Fox Place again when we come to the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy communication with host. Well maintained. Close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great, just a few minutes to walk to the main strip! The cottage was very clean, and the AC was great after being out in the heat all day. The owner was quick to respond to questions we had. We even had a bear pass by the back of the building one day! I will definitely be looking to stay here again next time I visit the Smoky Mountains!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie O.

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

Great location

It was a very great location, close to everything. It was perfect for what a family of 5 and a dog needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

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

Great unique experience

Great communication from the host and the home was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren C.

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

Great stay!

Fox Place is a wonderful place to stay with walking distance for restaurants and attractions. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

valerie b.

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

Affordable stay near downtown Gatlinburg.

Have stayed here a couple times. Great communi ation with the owner. Nice place to stay with a multigenerational family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Gatlinburg

Wonderful location and great accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property owner was very efficient and the place was CLEAN. Trolley stop was right outside. It had everything we needed. Loved this place. And loved the diary
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley C.

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

Great home base for Gatlinburg and the park

This spot allowed for very easy access to Gatlinburg and the Smokies while also allowing a bit of reprieve from all the hubbub in town. It was very clean, cozy, and spacious. We really appreciated being able to relax here after long days of hiking. Thanks so much for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Fox Place! Perfect location, lots of space for us, kids and dogs. So nice to catch the trolley right outside, head nearby to explore downtown Gatlinburg then come home and make dinner in the kitchen. Loved it! I would suggest, however, that the owner get rid of the rugs. There was a slight scent of dog when we came in so I rolled up the rugs and didn’t use them. I know how dogs like to scent when they smell other dogs so I’m guessing that had happened at some point. No biggie. Overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

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

Unique Stay

Loved our stay at this unique property! Great communication with the host who is kind, accommodating, and helpful! Location was perfect to all things fun to do in and around Gatlinburg! Beds are comfortable, house is spacious, well stocked, and clean! Thanks so much for opening up your place to us and our furry family members too! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Unique, historical, convenient!

It was a wonderful stay with a wonderful host! The app was not operating well so the host was quick into action to help! Thank you!!!! There were so many cute decorating details and check in was a breeze! I will definitely stay again! Numbers 6:24-26
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Our Gatlinburg fun trip

We had a great time. We enjoyed our vintage motel. We really liked the way it was decorated. Communication with Scott was very quick and effective. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B., Hampton Cove, AL

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

Great stay

Nice stay, comfortable, nice location, friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

girl's weekend/boy's basketball tournament

This was a great place to stay!!! Perfect location for walking the strip and felt safe and like we were not right in town. It was very homey and relaxed feeling. Highly recommended and will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing lil slice of historic hotel converted to a VRBO. Very nice inside lots of space to spread out but still homey. Very clean. Close to town. We were able to walk into town, but it is still far enough off the main strip so it wasnt noisy. Nice lil green space on the side of cabin for dog walking. Good lights on the outside to light up door etc. We had a couple issues with front door lock, but the owner was nice and VERY quick to respond (even though it was very late) We would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

Beautiful stay

We enjoyed our stay, it was also very close to town do we could walk. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

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

Family getaway in the mountains

Fox Place is a quaint cottage. It is spacious enough for a family of 5 to find a quiet corner and allowed us to come together for meals. Walking distance to all things Gatlinburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed here with my parrot. Once my family saw the house, I had a different visitor stay with me for a few of the nights. It was wonderful to have the extra room. My nephews loved the arcade game the best! We all enjoyed using the house as a resting place while visiting downtown. I wish I’d booked the entire week of my vacation. It’s a quiet and cozy house with lots of beds and everything you need to enjoy your stay. Quick communication and helpful owner. I only needed a vacuum so I could clean better before leaving.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

destiny B.

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

Great stay

I loved the house it was so homey feeling and nice everything so so nice and clean and the plants was so cute love the location to
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

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

Great location

This was a great place to stay, on the strip but quite. Easy walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Scott Smith

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We (Robin, April, Scott and Rodney) are the grandchildren of Amos and Murrell Reagan Fox, the original owners of the Fox Motel. Our Grandmother Murrell Reagan Fox is a direct descendant of Martha Jane Huskey Ogle, the original founder of White Oak Flats (Gatlinburg). We inherited part of the property from our mothers (Kathy Daniels and Libby Smith) and purchased the remainder from our Aunt Frances Shambaugh. Frances is well known in Gatlinburg Craft Community for her weaving. We have so many wonderful memories of Gatlinburg and Fox Motel growing up and are so excited to be able to share this special property!

Why they chose this property

It was originally the owners house of the Fox Motel built in 1950s by our Grandparents that we have redone and converted to a nightly rental. The building was designed by Hubert Bebb (a student of Frank Lloyd Wright) and is one of the few remaining vintage motels in Gatlinburg. It has been remodeled for your comfort while keeping as much original as possible to give you the experience of 'Olde Gatlinburg Charm'. Decorated with a vintage/boho/eclectic theme, local arts and crafts, and rustic touches make this a unique rental. Fox (of Cherokee origin) was our Grandparent's last name and we've kept their legacy of hospitality intact by continuing to welcome guests to our place of happy memories!

What makes this property unique

An amazing location with less than a 1/4 mile walk to downtown Gatlinburg shops and restaurants with a Trolley stop in front of the building. Watch the Gatlinburg parades for Christmas and July 4th from the patio at the front of our plaza!

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