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Experience the charm of Treehouse Lodge, nestled in the heart of Smoky Mountains national park. Handcrafted details and a cozy firepit set the tone for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy family fun with a theater room, pool table, cornhole and board games or unwind at your leisure with 4 TVs featuring Roku Guest channels.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$843
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May

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About this property

Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub.

  • Welcome to Treehouse Lodge, a dream cabin situated in the Smoky Mountains national park and just minutes to downtown Gatlinburg!

    HIGHLIGHTS!
    -8 minutes to Ober Gatlinburg, 10 minutes to Anakeesta
    -Bears are frequently spotted in the neighborhood.
    -Located in the National Park just 8 minutes to downtown Gatlinburg and 20 mins to Pigeon Forge and Dollywood.
    -Family fun: Treehouse, kid's cave, pool table, board games, theatre room, arcade game, etc.

    -Provided Amenities: All linens, towels, and a washer/dryer are provided. We also include a starter pack of toiletries (hotel-sized shampoo, conditioner, soap), two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, one roll of paper towels, and single-load packs of laundry and dishwasher soap.
    -Kitchen: The kitchen is equipped with a drip-style coffee maker. Guests provide their own coffee.
    -Outdoor Equipment: A charcoal BBQ grill and a firepit are available. Guests provide their own charcoal and firewood. Firewood can be purchased at local grocery stores.
    -Entertainment: TVs with Roku Guest (access free channels or your own streaming services) are in the theater room and three bedrooms. There is no TV in the main living room.
    -Mountain Life: WiFi is available, but please be aware that service in the mountains can be slower than in the city. You may also encounter bugs and other wildlife, which is a normal part of the mountain experience.
    -Pool Access: The 3 community pools are open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere in or on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Children must be supervised at all times when using the treehouse. Use at your own risk, owner is not responsible for accidents or injuries.

Availability of amenities cannot be guaranteed. No refunds provided.

Children must be supervised at all times when using the treehouse. Use at your own risk, owner is not responsible for accidents.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere in or on the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub.?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub. on 21 May 2026 start from AU$843, 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.

Is Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Sightings! 8 mins to town. Mountain retreat w/Treehouse, Gameroom. Hot Tub. located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and welcoming atmosphere! Roomy enough to be comfortable, but still cozy. Not spectacular views, but very quiet and secluded feeling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for seeing bears. We enjoyed the hot tub and the cabin itself was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Lovely

Great cabin in a perfect location for family fun! Highly recommend and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Relaxing Retreat

A nice, rustic cabin on a quiet curve. We enjoyed the quiet and the pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Family Vacation 3025

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Cabin had everything we needed (we cook most of our own meals when we travel and kitchen was well equipped). Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jo K.

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

Nice extended weekend

This was such a nice place to stay for an extended weekend before school starts! We saw lots of bears (which the family loved!) and had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful time. House was very cute and clean! Great response time from the owner with any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Lovely family vacation

Our family had such a great stay at the cabin and in Gatlinburg! This cabin is very close to downtown and the National Park which made it easy to spend time enjoying everything Gatlinburg has to offer. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond d.

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

Holiday weekend

Had a great stay. Traveled with friends and kids. Good location with easy access to nearby activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Vacation

It was very nice. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again. Loved all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey D.

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

Lovely Spring break trip

Great to be away from the downtown Pigeon forge and Gatlinburg chaos but not too far either. Easy access to National park, and had we planned our drive better would have liked to stay longer. Youngest loved the play areas, I loved the covered porch (it was raining when we arrived), overall a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

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

Cabin as advertised.

Cabin had everything we needed for our stay. Clean with all the necessities.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Quick end of summer getaway

It was a great and beautiful cabin. Everything we needed and wanted! The proximity to everything we were interested in was perfect! Will definitely return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Great cabin and location!

The cabin was wonderful and the location ideal. The kitchen was perfect for our group and we loved hanging out downstairs. But the best part was the bear that walked casually across the property (and barely seemed to notice us). Super cool experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie r.

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

peaceful and private yet close to it all

every little nook of this property was thoughtfully done. we saw 2 beautiful bears from the deck. we loved all of the games and theater room. very quiet, comfortable beds with great linens. thank you for opening your home to our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Family get away

The house was amazing. Very clean. We were hoping to see at least one bear during our stay and the first day we had 2 bears walk through the back yard. Me and the kids loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brie L.

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

Family vacation

Overall, the property is a nice place to stay and is very close to all the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge amenities. The only downside is there is no bathroom on the 2nd floor where the master bedroom is located. The community has a couple community pools and community amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Great Place to Stay - Close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

The house was close to downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and hiking. The amenities and pools were nice and the pools were very close to the house. There were a couple of instances where bears came onto the property and had cubs with them. They played around by the jungle gym and it was very neat for us all to watch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydnie W.

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

Sept 12-19

It was my son & I’s first time seeing my husband in two months. He had been out of state for work so we met in the middle. The cabin accommodated us and our family so well. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

Bears Galore!

The listing stated Bears Galore! and it was not wrong. Bears at the cabin including mama and 3 cubs. The cabin itself was excellent, with plenty of space for us. And it was located a short drive from many family-friendly activities. We had no issues or problems with the cabin during our stay. We will certainly put this cabin on our list to re-visit Thank you for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parin P.

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

Nice cabin minutes from Gatlinburg and Smokies

This was the perfect cabin for a family of 5 traveling to the Smokey Mountains. It was clean and spacious. On our one rainy day we had a great time staying indoors and playing pool, watching TV and using the (electric) fireplace. Warm, cozy and inviting. Location is great, not in the hustle-bustle of town but 5 min to the Gatlinburg trolley and 4 min to the convenience store. We had one snafu: the refrigerator broke on day 2. The manager was super responsive, getting a new mini fridge delivered the next day and reimbursing us for spoiled food. We cooked every day so this was very important to us and it worked out well.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for our family trip to Gatlinburg!! We saw several bears right there at the house, which was so cool!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Wonderful home away from home!

The cabin was clean and cozy. Check in was super easy. We did not experience any problems during our stay. Location is convenient to commercialized areas, but secluded enough to feel like you are really in the woods. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro M.

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

Great place

My family and I enjoyed the cabin, Great location, Beautiful Cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

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

Great place

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025