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Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

Chalet with an outdoor pool, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Birdseye view of the cozy living area
Living/dining
Cozy living
Living area
Livingroom is decorated with Native American art

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Traffic Light #10
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!

I fell in love with the Smoky Mountains since the first time I set eyes on them. I came down to Gatlinburg for some R&R and next thing you know we bought a chalet to eventually retire in. I fixed it to my liking and now family, friends and YOU are able to enjoy relaxing and a great adventure…hence the name “Secondhand Lions” (a favorite movie of mine). Conveniently located just a few short minute’s to downtown Gatlinburg or to the top of Ski Mountain (Ober Gatlinburg), quiet walkways and, of course, the Great Smoky Mountain park entrance where the adventure really begins.

“Secondhand Lions” …Tranquil setting with all the comforts of home! The great room is decorated in Native American art. The bedrooms are equipped with a pair of Jacuzzi Hydro Message Tubs for that deep relaxation after a long day of hiking or shopping- whichever you prefer.

Surrounded by trees and wildlife make this a very relaxing and comfortable stay. ( Warning: we have bears frequent our deck and seem to be able to open unlocked car doors). Please take a photo of your stay and send me if you encounter a bear on the property. We will display it on our refrigerator.

Special weekly rates and off-season rates…call or email to find out. Enjoy in season Owners Club facilities (choice of 3 on the mountain).

Thank you for choosing our “great mountain getaway”!

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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
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
Owners clean up after pets or a charge will apply.
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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
Property # 433024vb

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this chalet 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 Mountain and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are 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

  • Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ober Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Traffic Light #10 - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Anakeesta - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mtn. Chalet With A Tranquil Setting - Close To Everything! located?

Located in Chalet Village, this chalet is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ober Mountain and within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook and Traffic Light #10 are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 309 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet was perfect for our family and our furbaby! Very clean and lots of great amenities. This is our second stay with Dave and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave was a great host. The house is beautiful and very close to Gatlinburg. When we were there the house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. We were there to celebrate Thanksgiving and cooking our turkey dinner was no problem in the well supplied kitchen. I hope we can return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. Loved the house. The hot tub, the two jacuzzi tubs. Decorated for Christmas. The Kureg upstairs made my day!! House smells amazing. And I really enjoyed the cedar wood throughout the house as well!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying with Dave at his beautiful chalet! He is an excellent host, and the location is perfect...close to the park, Gatlinburg, and the bypass. We'll be back next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly as described. So clean and very cozy. The driveway was steep but will not prevent us from staying here again. Loved that it was pet friendly. Would highly recommend this chalet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, loved the pools.Wish there would have been an area for my puppy to feel comfortable however she did learn fast to use the driveway.The home was everything we needed and more. Beds were comfortably house was roomy and so nice to be able to space out and watch tv in different areas of home.Porch was nice to set on and enjoy the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found this chalet exactly as described in the ad. It was exceptionally clean, very pet friendly for our 2 pups,and everything worked as it should. We didn’t get to enjoy the hot tub as it rained almost the whole week we were there, but the Jacuzzi tub was amazing after a long day in Gatlinburg and Pigeon forge enjoying the sights. We were very impressed with how close our favorite activities were within town, while still feeling secluded in the mountains, only 5 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, and 15-20 minutes from all the tourist attractions of Pigeon Forge. Then, only 10 minutes from some of the most breathtaking mountain views and trails that tge Great Smokies have to offer. We highly recommend the drive through the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trails. Our host was exceptionally responsive and checking in and out was a breeze. We give our host, and this chalet a definite 5 star rating across the board. I've read some of the other reviews on Secondhand Lions and a recurring complaint about the driveway accessibility, but we had no problems at all because we are prepared when visiting mountain terrain by driving a 4x4 pickup or our Jeep. We hope to book again very soon because we loved this place so much!
Beautiful American Indian decor inside the chalet
Beautiful staircase to the second floor bedroom
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel A.

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

Amazing Place

Amazing place to stay. Quiet,clean , great location just minutes from Gatlinburg. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

pam t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Driveway and parking is difficult very steep hard to get into, downstairs shower little water pressure couch not very comfortable limited seating for more than 4 jacuzzi was nice pretty view outside from porch jacuzzi tubs in each room is nice if you like that there was a problem with ants and spiders as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Clean and quite

Loved it so much we will be back. Everything you need we stayed all week it was easy to get to both towns very quite loved it. the host was great and very friendly. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Wonderful getaway

Wonderful chalet! Super close to downtown (light 10) but felt miles away and secluded. All amenities needed for a little getaway. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great Place to stay near everything

Property was exactly as shown and described. Great place for a small family or couples
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jo c.

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

Awesome!

Very clean, everything as described, easy check in and great communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Vacation

It was a great cabin had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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

Great week!

We really enjoyed our stay. It felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very nice could use some better cleaning on the jacuzzi tub for the jets but other than that very well maintained. I liked it a lot I for sure will come back. Very sad I didn’t get to see any bears but a bear was there while I was gone. Hill is very sharp turn to go into backing into is the best way to do it if able. I would recommend cutting a section in to put a fake grass area for a dog to use the bathroom in for them because when you got a sissy dog like mine they are very picky. She finally went but it’s not good for them to hold their bladder or poop like that. She didn’t poop at the property till the last day. Thank you David for allowing us to use your property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner K.

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

Great place

Close to everything but yet far enough away to forget about everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah K.

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

Great cabin on a very scary road

We enjoyed our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gesika B.

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

Memorial Day Trip

We had a fantastic time. We loved to be on the deck and listen to the water flowing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly K.

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

Vacation

This was a very nice chalet to vacation. Owners club was very nice also.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Nice little place in the Mountains

Great little getaway. Guaranteed to see some wildlife. If you like Indian motifs, this place is very nice for a couple of couples retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita S.

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

Gatlinburg, Smokey Mountains getaway vacation

We had an awesome time, everything was perfect. We even got to see a black bear on the property. We hope to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi Q.

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

Fall stay

Very nice! Would definitely recommend, nice and cozy! Had a bit of trouble getting up the drive it is a steep one but we got the hang of it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Roberta F.

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

Tenn getaway

It was a nice property overall. The driveway was a bit steep. The only thing that needs attention is some cleaning. The kitchen needed some extra pots or pans that were newer and under the kitchen sink there was a lot of stuff that shouldn't have been in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta h.

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

smokey mt chalet

we stayed here for a weekend away, brought the teens and pupp. we all enjoyed the house! we even got to see bears from the hot tub!! was a neat experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dave Lyons

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Vered and I are two souls that love the outdoors. We climb mountains and hike all over the nation and internationally. We have climbed Mt. Rainier, Mt. Washington and Mesada in Israel. We're always looking for an adventure!

Why they chose this property

We were in Gatlinburg just passively looking at properties. We came across the one here at 991 Stans Road and fell in love with the potential. We refurbished it but still have big plans...for instance a waterfall with hot tub on the edge near the big windows. We want this to be our oasis because we love the area...it's like living a vacation!

What makes this property unique

'Secondhand Lions' is uniquely positioned. It is close to just about everything...not far up the mountain....just right! It's cozy but very spacious...very relaxing while viewing nature out of all those windows.
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