Escape to Trapper John's Mountain Lodge—Your Private Smoky Mountain Getaway!
A True Piece of Smoky Mountain History Built by a local family, Trapper John's Mountain Lodge offers a unique and authentic mountain experience. Nestled in a secluded location just 20 minutes from Pigeon Forge, this lodge provides breathtaking, unobstructed mountain views from two private decks—all to yourself!
Lodge Features: * Spacious Accommodations: 4 queen bedrooms—2 on the main level, 2 on the lower level* *Comfort for All: 3 full bathrooms, with convenient en-suite options * Relax & Unwind: Year-round hot tub for 5-6 people on the deck * Chef's Kitchen: Fully equipped with 2 ovens, crock pot, blender, and more * Endless Entertainment: Arcade games and a pool table for fun nights in * Stay Connected: Reliable AT&T Wi-Fi * Ultimate Privacy: Located on a serene mountain cul-de-sac with no visible neighbors
Adventure Awaits Nearby: *10 Minutes to: Goats on the Roof, local dining, and shops in Wears Valley * 10 Minutes to: Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance * 20 Minutes to: Dollywood * 35 Minutes to: Cades Cove and Downtown Gatlinburg
Perfect for Families & Friends Spread out in four cozy queen bedrooms and enjoy plenty of communal space in the expansive living room and arcade room. Whether you're soaking in the hot tub, grilling by the mountainside, or roasting marshmallows at the fire pit, this lodge offers unforgettable moments in nature.
Exclusive Perks Just for You! With every day of your stay, enjoy a FREE ticket to a top local attraction from our activities partner, Xplorie! Choose from Dollywood, Pirates Dinner Show, Comedy Barn, Skyland Ranch, whitewater rafting, horseback riding and many more exciting activities—perfect for making memories with your loved ones.
A True Mountain Retreat Access your private home away from home via a scenic mountain drive. Any car can reach the cabin, but please note that the drive is uphill with some curves—adding to the adventure and unbeatable mountain views! The elevated location offers a breathtaking vantage point, making the journey well worth it.
Reserve Your Stay Today! Escape the hustle and bustle—experience the Smoky Mountains like never before at Trapper John's Mountain Lodge. Book now for a vacation that blends tranquility, adventure, and local history! Please note, you may see bears in our area. Do not leave food or trash outside and keep car doors locked. Please note: we cannot accept any reservations that begin or end on Thanksgiving day or Christmas day to give our wonderful cleaners those days with their families. Cancelation policy: 30 days ahead of the check-in date is 100% back and 14 days is 50% of rent back + all fees. Pet friendly for up to 2 pets with prior approval and an added fee $84.56 pet fee per pet. Please note, we do not include the pet fee in the nightly price since not every guest has a pet, and some have more than others. Let us know how many pets you have, make sure you follow the pet policy, and we will request the additional pet fees of $84.56 per pet. Pet policy: Have your pet's vaccinations up to date and treat for fleas. Be aware that Tennessee has a lot of ticks, so check yourselves and your pets after going outside. We ask that you crate your pet when you leave it alone in the cabin and bring a blanket to put down on the furniture if your pet sits on it, though we prefer you bring the pet's own bed for it to rest on. Please clean up excessive pet hair if your pet is shedding. All pets must be leashed at all times while outside. Guest is responsible for cleaning up any/all pet refuse. Pet must not cause damage to premises or furnishings. If damages are caused, the cost of the damage will be requested to be reimbursed by the guest. Guest should prevent pets from producing excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors. Homeowner assumes no responsibility for illness or injury that may incur to pets or humans while on the premises. The Guest shall be solely responsible for the pet while on the property.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sevierville
Located in Wears Valley, a neighbourhood in Sevierville, this cabin is in a rural area. 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 Dollywood. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
How much does it cost to stay at Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities!?
As of 22 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities! on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$556, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Trapper John's: private 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge w/ amazing views & amenities! located?
Located in Wears Valley, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Metcalf Bottoms and within 6 miles (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Next To Heaven. Goats on the Roof and Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful views, clean home, great layout! We will be back!
We had a fantastic week at Trapper John’s! The views were amazing and the location is great! We were close enough to the national park and all the touristy things, but still in B a peaceful setting! The driveway is super steep, but very doable!
We loved our stay at Trapper John! It was the perfect fit for our family! We saw plenty of wildlife including deer, bear, rabbits, birds & more! I do recommend bringing paper products if you have younger kiddos as the items in the kitchen are glass! It was 5-7 minutes away from the gas station, a cute food truck spot, activities and some little stores. I felt like it was a great spot away from the crazy tourist places, but close enough to make the drive into Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge not bad at all! We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a great mountain cabin!
There are not words to describe the view from the cabin of the mountains. It was absolutely stunning. The cabin was wonderful and was suited to what we needed. It was easy to get to, but the climb there was a bit difficult. However it was well worth it. The property was well-maintained and furnished to our needs. My family and I would certainly return to this cabin.
It was perfect! The whole family went for my parents 50th anniversary! Everything was described perfectly and we had no issues at all!
The only reason I gave a 4 on the cleanliness was because the kitchen counters and floor were sticky and dirty but other than that it was perfect!
They even had a Christmas tree put up which was perfect! I do agree with the other review that you need your big girl pants on for the driveway but once you keep doing it it does get better:)
We would definitely stay again!!!
Jennifer D.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We have great cleaners and they are happy to help if there are any issues. We look forward to hosting you again! Thank you, Melinda from Mountain Time Cabin Rentals
Beautiful big 4 bedroom house! Large deck on back with awesome view! We really enjoyed our stay! Loved the arcade games, especially Ms Pacman! I loved that there were basic supplies in kitchen, great perk! Four couples and a toddler had a great stay! Only con was the shower in master bath was out of commission due to leakage. This should have been repaired before renting or at least disclosed beforehand. But we prob would have stayed anyway, this place checked all the boxes! One thing, if you could put as a gas grill on porch? It rained everyday and I had to hold an umbrella over that tiny grill to cook ☔️ Now, the driveway…. In a word, scary! Def gotta put on your big girl pants!! We would stay again!! Thankyou
Candace P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mallika & Aaron P.
23 October 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
A beautiful, secluded view
We spent a few days at this cabin for my mom's 75th birthday, and she loved it! The view from the balcony is second to none -- sunrises and sunsets are beautiful, the patio furniture is comfortable, and the hot tub is soothing!
The cabin is situated at the top of 4 steep switchbacks, but the road is paved all the way up -- it's only a surprise if you're not prepared for it, but it gets better after the first time.
The only drawbacks we experienced were (1) intermittent communication from the property manager and (2) a lack of cleanliness.
Re: communication... the first night we were in the cabin, I messaged the property manager, and they responded right away. Based on their response, I knew that, standing in the cabin, my text messages were leaving my phone and arriving at theirs fine. On subsequent days, however, I would send the property manager additional questions, and their answers would be delayed by a day or more.
Re: cleanliness, the kitchen utensils, pot holders, and other surfaces were unclean. The listing explicitly states to "make sure all remote controls are accounted for", but my dad found a remote control and pencil in the cushions of one of the lazy boys -- not exactly cleaned as you'd expect. The listing also states that each bathroom has a hair dryer, but we only found one in the house.
Overall, we had a great experience. The cabin is within 20 minutes of the grocery store, Smokey Mountain National Park, and other large tourist trap towns.
Mallika & Aaron P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Thank you for staying and enjoying the property! You can also reach out by phone or vrbo message if you don't receive a text response back. We try to be available as much as possible while preferring business hours for non emergency communication.
Great place to stay - 2 small families fit very well with lots of space. View was stunning. Be prepared for quite the trek up the mountain to the house. We saw no bears and no wildlife during our stay. My only complaint is the cleanliness. I felt like we walked into dirty/sticky floors. All of the dishes were fairly dirty. (This is obviously a guest problem!) Be aware of nails sticking out on the upper deck - I recommend shoes! We were excited for the pool table, but it should be known the rails are dead! Recommendation for owners: add beach towels for hot tub! It would have been nice to separate shower towels from hot tub use. Overall, I would stay again!
Samantha D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2026
Thank you for your review and for highlighting the beautiful views and spaciousness of the home—we’re so glad it worked well for your group!
We appreciate you bringing the cleanliness concerns to our attention. This is not the standard we aim to provide, and we are addressing this with our cleaning team to ensure it’s handled properly moving forward. We always encourage guests to reach out during their stay, as we’re happy to resolve any issues right away.
We’ve also since had the deck inspected, and we can confirm it is safe with no exposed nails.
We appreciate your feedback and would love to host you again in the future!
Thank you for staying with Mountain Time Cabin Rentals! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and we welcome you back anytime!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
matthew c.
12 September 2025
matthew c.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Stephanie M.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Stephanie M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2024
Thank you for staying with Mountain Time Cabin Rentals. Let us know what we can do to earn 5 stars next visit! That's our goal!
About the host
Hosted by Melinda Johnson
The owners of this property inherited it from their aunt and uncle who were well known locally. Their last name is featured on a local road! This was their home and it was enjoyed by all of their family as they came to visit them in the mountains and enjoy family time together. Their hope is that their guests enjoy the lodge as much as their family has over the years. You can also see a piece of local history as the bench on the front porch is from the old Ober Gatlinburg. It says "Welcome to Heidelburg Castle" We wish you the best vacation in the Smokies at our lodge!
What makes this property unique
Along with every reservation, we offer one free adult ticket to each and every one of these attractions for every day of your reservation. One per cabin, expires daily, so make your plans asap. When you call to reserve your free ticket, you can buy more tickets at the regular price for other guests who would also like to go. Tickets are subject to seasonality and hours/dates of operation of each attraction. Have the name/address of your cabin, dates of your stay when you call and tell them you are staying with Mountain Time Cabin Rentals.
Adventure Park Zip Lines- Admission to Adventure Park Zipline Alcatraz East Crime Museum- General Admission Beyond the Lens- General Admission Big Creek Expeditions- Upper PF Scenic Float or Lower PF Rafting Admission Comedy Barn Theater- Comedy Barn Theater Country Tonite Music Show- Admission to Theatre Crave Golf Club- Mini Golf Dollywood Theme Park- 1 Day Ticket Dolly Parton's Stampede- 1 adult admission Dollywood Splash Country Water Park- Admission Five Oaks Riding Stables- Standard horseback Ride Hatfield and McCoy dinner show Legacy Mountain Zip Lines - 7 Line Zipline Tour Mama’s Farmhouse- Dinner and Drink Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud- Adventure Park Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud- Show Rocky Top Mountain Coaster- Coaster Admission Rowdy Bear Snowpark- 3 Combo Pass Skyland Ranch - Adult Admission Soaky Mountain Water Park- Regular Day Admission Pirate Voyage Dinner and Show - Adult Admission The Grand Majestic Theater The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel- Admission to the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel MagicQuest Top Jump Trampoline Park- 1 hour Jump or Rock Climb WonderWorks- All Access Adult
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