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Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies

Family-friendly cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Closer to Home' is a luxury 4 bedroom log cabin in the heart of Gatlinburg's Black Bear Falls community, with panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains from two large covered decks. Unwind by one of two stone fireplaces or soak in the hot tub after a day exploring downtown Gatlinburg.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies

100% OWNER OPERATED and MANAGED. New to VRBO, 'Closer to Home' is a luxury 4 bedroom 4 bath log cabin located in Black Bears Falls, one of Gatlinburg's premier log home communities, located five minutes from downtown Gatlinburg.

This luxury cabin is the highest elevation of any other 4 BR in Black Bear Falls.

Enjoy the breathtaking, panoramic view of the Great Smoky Mountains from one of two large covered decks. This beautiful log cabin has all the amenities you could wish for on a vacation, including 2 beautiful stone fireplaces and massive windows, while accommodating 16 guests. 'Closer to Home' is equipped with a hot tub, free WiFi, flat screen TV's, DVD player, PlayStation, Wii, as well as boasting a nice patio and 2 grilling stations. You will also enjoy the flat parking area.

Come visit our cabin and be much 'Closer to Home' than ever before.
Look at a live view of Gatlinburg from our deck.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Non-compliance of any of these House Rule, will result in forfeiting of your deposit up to removal of the property.
No RVs or campers allowed in Black Bear Falls or on the cabin's parking area.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
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 and a deadlock
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Closer Home Luxurious Mountain Cabin Smokies Gatlinburg
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About the area

Map
Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Chapel at Honeymoon Hills - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Traffic Light #2A - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Traffic Light #2B - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • A Jan Peitso Art - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Traffic Light #3A - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flapjack's Pancake Cabin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria of Gatlinburg - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little House of Pancakes - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Chapel at Honeymoon Hills, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Closer To Home - Luxurious Mountain Cabin in the Smokies Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great cabin

Great cabin and excellent location! Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Great views, location

We loved the views from the deck and the convenience to GSMNP hikes like Grotto and Rainbow Falls. Would stay here again on future trips to Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout of the house was perfect for our group. We had several from ages 18-26. They took over the downstairs and had a great time at the pool table.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Great Stay

Great Time as always at the Closer to Home Cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

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

Short stay

Great view, hot tub, and layout of house, perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent D.

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

Great cabin with views

We had a great stay at this cabin. Great views and many things to keep entertained. The location is perfect and just 8 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Great location

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin was clean and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great weekend getaway

Overall good experience, great view and nice location to Gatlinburg activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Spring Break 2025

We really enjoyed our stay! The house is set up nicely for multiple families. The view is amazing and the kids loved the games and hot tub. We even saw some bears in the neighborhood! We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa m.

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

great stay

this was a great place for 4 couples. Plenty of space and conveniently located
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Great place with helpful owners.

The property was the perfect size for our group, very clean and the owners were very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa L.

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

Family vacation

Property was very nice with a beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

T K.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful cabin! Super nice host! The only thing is the cabin was not as clean as expected. Its ok though, not the host fault! They even had the cleaners come back out to re mop the floors! Would definitely stay here again. We lovesd it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L., Manchester

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

Great Location

Nice place with a lot of entertainment. Place has a great layout and everyone felt like they had space.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Wonderful

Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Great house

We had a great vacation. House was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Awesome Stay

This was our second time to stay at this cabin and it was awesome! Will return again. Our church youth group comes every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Vicey B.

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

The view is just awesome

3 generations of woman from my family celebrated our 25th of getting together in the Gatlinburg area, the cabin is in a very well kept neighborhood & the view from the cabin is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Family

Had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Christmas Vacation

Beautiful, clean & cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Family get-together

One wonderful week together with children and grandchildren. View of Smokies is great. Accommodations were very nice. Easy access to hiking, Gatlinburg attractions, and Dollywood.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Awesome

Amazing place with views to match
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016

8/10 Good

Adam R.

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

Great Cabin, Great Location

Our family had a blast on our stay in “Closer to Home.” Besides the floors not being cleaned, it was a great cabin and the owners were great! We take our family of 10 or so to Gatlinburg every year and this is one of the best cabins we’ve ever stayed in! Hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

100% the best

Anyone going to Gatlinburg must stay at Closer to home. Beautiful cabin at the top of the mountain overlooking Gatlinburg. Close to everything. We have been there 2 times and will go again. The Host is absolutely amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Great weekend retreat with friends

Awesome home for a weekend of fellowship! Thanks for sharing your "Home" with close friends that made us feel like we were "Closer to home" . Everything we needed was right there for our use, and grocery store very close by to obtain everything you need .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2016