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Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room

Family-friendly lodge with water park and fitness centre

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Outdoor spa tub
Games room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
NZ$648
avg per night

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  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
The current price is NZ$648
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About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this lodge is near theme parks and in the mountains. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies 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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What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Anakeesta - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room

Formerly: House of the Rising Sun
Hosted by: SweetsRetreats · Location: Chalet Village, Gatlinburg, TN

Mountain-view Gatlinburg cabin in Chalet Village with a private hot tub, large game room, and access to 3 resort clubhouses. At 2,190 sq. ft., Sweetgum Lodge is ideal for families and small groups—sleeps 8—and pairs cozy cabin charm with quick access to Downtown Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Why Guests Love It
-Panoramic mountain & forest views from the deck
-Private hot tub (drained, cleaned & refilled between each stay)
-Game room with pool table & Smart TV
-Chalet Village clubhouses: pools, courts, fitness, game rooms

Key Features (at a glance)
-Sleeps 8 · 2 bedrooms + full sleeper sofa (Beds: 1 King, 2 Queens, 1 Full sleeper)
-Smart TVs in every room · Wi-Fi
-Fully stocked kitchen (granite counters, stainless appliances)
-Outdoor dining for 6; total indoor seating for 10 (table 4 + island 6)
-Parking: paved driveway, up to 3 vehicles

Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
Main Level
-Primary Bedroom: King bed · en-suite bathroom · Smart TV · deck access · mountain views
-Kitchen: stainless appliances, granite counters, coffee maker, stocked cookware
-Living & Dining: open concept · cozy seating · Smart TV · seating for 10 total
-Deck/Porch: outdoor dining table (seats 8) with expansive views

Lower Level
-Bedroom 2: Two Queen beds · forest view · Smart TV · deck access
-Game Room: pool table · full sleeper sofa · Smart TV
-Full Bathroom: shower/tub combo
-Laundry: full-size washer & dryer

Amenities
-Hot Tub: private; serviced between each stay
-Grill: charcoal (charcoal & lighter not provided)
-Smart TVs: in all bedrooms & common areas
-Wi-Fi
-Parking: paved driveway for up to 3 vehicles
-Starter supplies: paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher tablets & laundry pods, trash bags
-Self check-in: smart lock

Security: exterior cameras monitoring entrance/parking (no interior cameras)

Accessibility: must climb stairs

Exclusive Clubhouse Access (included)
Access to three private Chalet Village clubhouses, featuring:
-Oversized swimming pools (some locations offer multiple pools)
-Tennis, pickleball & basketball courts
-Fitness center, playgrounds, and indoor game rooms
-A club pass is provided in the cabin for entry. Must be returned at checkout; replacement fee $100 if lost.
(Clubhouse schedules are seasonal and subject to HOA hours.)

Location Highlights:
-10–12 minutes to Downtown Gatlinburg
-Quick access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
-Near scenic trails, wildlife viewing, and family-friendly attractions
-Set within Chalet Village on paved, well-maintained roads

Traveling with a larger group?

We also host a 4-bedroom cabin two doors down: Rooftop Retreat — Property #4470454.
Great for multi-family trips or groups wanting nearby homes.

Booking & Questions

Have questions about dates or amenities? Send us a message here on Vrbo.
Ready to book? Reserve your Smoky Mountain getaway at Sweetgum Lodge.

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook. Gatlinburg SkyBridge is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Sweetgum Lodge, Gatlinburg Chalet Village Mountain Views, Hot Tub & Game Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the mountains from main room and deck!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was amazing, beautiful view, clean and modern. Very comfortable with a great outdoor space. Great people to deal with also would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Home away from Home

We selected the property based on the stunning views, interior photos, and amenities. The property exceeded our already high expectations. The views were amazing, the property was beautiful and looked brand new. It was perfect for our family and a home away from home between hikes and activities.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I enjoyed three days at Sweetgum Lodge with another couple. We both enjoyed our own personal privacy and also together time in the communal space. The photographs make the lodge look larger than it is, but there was plenty of room for the four of us. The million-dollar views of the mountains were a real delight. The kitchen had all that we needed to enjoy my husband's cooking. Also, Stephan, the host, is very prompt at replying to messages and was very polite and helpful. I would definitely give this VRBO high marks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karilyn C.

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

Great location

This was a great location to all the fun things to do around Gatlinburg. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Amazing stay

The home is amazing and the host was only a call away! The view was beautiful and I feel so blessed to have found it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Beautiful views!

Property was clean and owner was in contact regularly. Views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katha B.

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

Beautiful home

Absolutely stunning home with stunning views. We had a great time. Spotless and clean and great vibes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

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

Warm Welcome

We were greeted by a bear as we unloaded our vehicle! After the surprise, we enjoyed the beautiful clean cabin. It was exactly like the photos portrayed it. Amazing views. Highly recommend “The House of the Rising Sun”.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Quick week in Smokey Mountains.

The property was just as listed and brand new. The hosts were very communicative and responsive. Even saw a bear in the neighborhood. Beautiful views out the windows. The winding drive up the mountain was a new experience for us. We would recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

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

Couldn’t be better!

Our stay was Oct 23 - 26. The fall foliage was at it’s peak. Even more colorful than the listing photos. There is a lot of construction in the area. Good to see the recovery after the fires a few years back. There is a house being built now that is in clear view. Still, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

angela f.

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

Dream home

We loved, loved, loved staying at this cabin. The property was very clean and well cared for. The kitchen had everything that we needed to make breakfast and dinner. It was such a treat to sit on the deck and take in the beautiful mountain scenery. The cabin is so comfortable and well designed that we loved ending our day early just to go back to enjoy the beautiful space. Couple tips to other renters: Try to check in during daylight- the curvy mountain roads are a bit to get used to if you're not used to that type of driving....(but WOW, are the views worth it). Also, you'll want to bring dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, hand soap, and TP along with you. If you're looking for a good restaurant- We really loved the food at Cumberland Jack's and The Trout house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, lots of space and beautiful views. We’ll probably stay here again in the future. I loved it, kids (six of them from age 2 to age 11), and my husband all really enjoyed our stay here. Host checked in with us and responded quickly when needed. No complaints here. We even saw a couple bears just around the corner during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Highly recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay at Sweetgum. Getting to the property was simple, more than adequate instructions were sent to us so we would know every detail of our stay before arrival. Access to WiFi was a breeze. The hot tub was clean and hot. The whole place was clean. We had plenty of dishes to use in the kitchen. The view from the property is amazing! Even in the summer/fall when the trees have leaves, you still get a panoramic view. I woke up early and took Timelapse videos of the beautiful sunrise while sipping coffee. All TVs were already to go as far as watching immediately. Heat/air worked perfectly, fireplace was working and pretty, hot water was available. If there is anything I could mention to make it better (and let me remind you these things happen and the owner doesn’t know until it is brought to their attention) is they need better pools sticks downstairs. The ones we had to use were broken. Comfort of beds are a 5 out of 10. Sheets and pillows were nice though. There are no curtains in the living room. We saw a bear! It came right up to us so we casually went inside and it wandered away to the neighbors. Please do not feed the bears!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was breathtaking. Everything was so clean and the host was so helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena M.

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

Unforgettable Mountain Retreat

The property is beautiful! As our family of four arrived at the home we were greeted by a bear. It was an amazing site to see. We unlocked the door to an amazing wilderness view and a beautiful home. Our teenage daughter and young adult son definitely enjoyed the lower level. Enjoyed time playing pool and relaxing in the hot tub with a great view. We had a wonderful time at Stephen's home. He is a great host with lots of recommendations. Love the easy to navigate app. It was a great tool to use with all the information you need to check in and out easily. Peddler's Steakhouse Restaurant was very good with a big salad bar.. We had a great time at Dollywood Splash Park and Theme park and went Horseback riding at Jayell Ranch. We would definitely book Stephen's home again!Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great property, with an awesome view. Would definitely recommend for couples and small family looking for some peace and quiet. It’s extremely close to the parkway as well which is convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon S.

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

House of the rising sun

Very nice property. View was exceptional. Everything that was expected. If it weren’t for a leak when it rained one night the visit would be nearly flawless.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacye T.

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

Perfect

This cabin was perfect! No issues… will definitely be back and would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

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

Amazing Getaway

Cameron and Jaime were great hosts. We enjoy our stay and can't wait to come back. This cabin was beautiful and new. Sad to see it being sold. Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clif S.

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

Gatlinburg trip

The pictures don’t do this property justice. It was spotless and just as represented. The leaves were changing and the view from deck was beautiful. The host was very responsive and worked with us to extend our stay. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Wonderful time -highly recommend!

We had a wonderful experience during our stay. The owners were so kind and quick to respond to our messages. The first thing we noticed was how clean the house was, which was something I always worry about. The mountain view was beautiful! There was plenty of space and sleeping room for the 8 of us. I would definitely recommend staying here, we look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

david p.

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

Great place, beautiful views and responsive owners

Our family of four had a wonderful stay at the House of the Rising Sun. I would say that the pictures don't do the house and view justice, but the pictures are quite nice as well. The house was clean, updated and comfortable. We saw a mama bear and three cubs from the picture window in the main room, which was super cool. Easy drive to Gatlinburg and the national park. I recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024