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Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting

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Perched among the trees, Tiny Owl offers a secluded retreat overlooking a mountain stream. With a full kitchen, hammock, and fire pit with grill beside your own private hot tub starting in Oct 2020 enjoy the comforts of nature.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

1 bathroomSleeps 217 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

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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.

Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting

🦉Tiny Owl Cabin – Adventure Basecamp by the Creek
Tucked in the woods near Cherokee National Forest, this rustic tiny cabin sits right by a flowing mountain creek with a nearby pond and fire pit for evening wind-downs. Just 35 minutes from Gatlinburg via a scenic mountain drive—perfect for hikers, explorers, and anyone craving a wild and peaceful escape.

🌲 Tiny Owl Cabin – Cozy Retreat with Private Hot Tub 🌲
Escape to the forest in this charming, rustic cabin tucked away in the foothills of Newport, Tennessee—just 35–40 minutes from Gatlinburg. Tiny Owl offers a peaceful, primitive experience without sacrificing comfort.

🛏️ Sleeps 2 | Perfect for Couples & Solo Travelers
✨ Private Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Forest Views| hiking trails| wild water swimming| cold plunges | sauna | perfect place for digital detox

Enjoy your own private hot tub under the stars, relax on the porch surrounded by nature, and experience the simple joys of mountain living. This cabin is all about serenity, comfort, and reconnecting with the outdoors.

📍 Located near scenic hiking trails, local dining, and the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ll have the best of East Tennessee right at your doorstep.

Guest Access & Property Amenities

As our guest, you have full access to the entire property, including:

- Hiking Trails– Explore scenic trails that wind through the landscape.
- Smoky Mountain Peace Pagoda– Follow the signs to reach the mountain summit.
- Mercantile Building– Open at all times for guests firewood, fire, starters farm fresh eggs when available and snacks. WIFI available
- Swimming in the Pond– The water stays refreshingly cold year-round—perfect for a quick dip!
- Catch & Release Fishing– Enjoy fishing in the pond, with a catch-and-release policy.
- Laundry Access– Available upon request. Let us know in advance, and we’ll arrange a time for you to use it. Wash and dryer is $5 per load

Guest Interaction
We respect your privacy but are always here if you need us! You’ll have the cabin to yourself, but we’re just a message or call away for anything you need—whether it’s local tips, extra firewood, or help with the hot tub. Our team is nearby and happy to assist to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

The sleeping area is located in a cozy loft space, accessible by a ladder. It adds to the rustic charm of the cabin, but may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility. Please use caution when climbing up or down. The cabin is designed for a simple, peaceful stay close to nature.
🏡 House Rules
• Check-In / Check-Out ⏰
• Please respect check-out times.
• Furniture & Cleanliness
• Do not move or remove indoor or outdoor furniture.
• No littering — please keep the pond and forest area clean.
• Dispose of trash in designated bins before departure.
• Kitchen Use 🍳
• Wash dishes after use.
• Do not leave food outside, as it may attract wildlife.
• Children’s Safety 👶
• Children must be supervised at all times, especially near the pond and firepit.
• Firepit & Outdoor Safety 🔥
• Fires must be fully extinguished before leaving the area or going to bed.
• No fireworks unless approved in advance.
• Appliances & Utilities 💡
• Turn off lights, heating/AC, and appliances when not in use.
• Conserve water and electricity whenever possible.
• Respect Quiet Hours 🤫
• Quiet hours are from 10pm– 7:00 AM.
• Please be mindful of other guests or neighbors nearby.
• Unregistered Visitors 🚫
• No overnight visitors beyond the registered number of guests.
• Wildlife & Nature 🐻
• Do not feed or disturb the wildlife.
• Use caution near the pond and forested areas.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa services

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear

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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 180 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and return the keys
We offer an easy checkout—just wash any dishes you used, and we’ll handle the rest.
We will clean out the fridge after checkout to avoid attracting wildlife to the outdoor bins
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

🏡 House Rules • Check-In / Check-Out ⏰ • Please respect check-out times. • Furniture & Cleanliness

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tiny Owl Primitive Experience Comfort Affortable Rental Rate
Tiny Owl Primitive Experience Comfort Affortable Rental Rate
488657

About the area

Located in Newport, this cabin is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Vinson Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kiwanis Park and USA Raft. Visit our Newport travel guide
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Newport, TN

What's nearby

  • Scenics seen from Seven Islands Birding Park in Kodak, Tennessee
    Brown Island
    4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Pigeon River
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Vinson Island
    3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ryal Island
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Wilson Island
    5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Big Boys Country Kitchen
    12 min drive
  • Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • Janice's Diner
    10 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting on 2 Apr 2026 start from AU$224, 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 Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Vinson Island and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Pigeon River. Woods Island and Wilson Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Tiny Owl Cabin – Tranquil Forest Retreat with Hot Tub and Creekside Setting Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 209 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 209 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

christopher j.

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

Wonderful little getaway

This cabin is perfect for two people and a small pet to get away from everything for a while
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly p.

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

Amazing stay

The property was beautiful.All of the cabins were placed to where you really can't see each other. It actually gave me a lot of wonderful ideas. Great spot for a couples get away. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Magnus C.

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

Cozy Retreat

Perfect for a cozy weekend get away, peaceful woods setting with plenty of room and privacy. Everything was in order and the management was prompt and responsive. Very satisfied with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Perfect for a romantic getaway

My husband and I came down to stay for a few days to celebrate our honeymoon, and had the best time. We were looking for a cabin near the Smokies that was affordable, and this was perfect for just the two of us. The cabin had everything we needed, and the hot tub and campfire area were wonderful. I would definitely come down and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nick d.

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

Forest friends

Loved our stay at this beautiful tiny cabin. Small home foot print but cozy mountain feels all around! Hope to come back another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

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

Cozy, cute getaway

I was looking for a small place to stay for 2 nights and this tiny cabin was ideal. I patricularly enjoyed the hot tub and location as I wasn't interested in staying near a crowded area. Enjoyed the nearby trails. It was an easy 40-45 min drive to the Gatlinburg area to explore downtown and other attractions in the Smokies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tucked back in the woods with a hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shane P.

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

Tiny owl

Beautiful place! Cabin could use some repairs but overall good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
They are awesome. We enjoyed the hot tub with lightening bugs and whipporwills.Relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi C.

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

Ground Zero

This property and cabin were absolutely beautiful. Words cannot express the tranquility and peacefulness that surrounds this place. It is definitely a place to reset your mind and clear your heart.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payton C.

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

Amazing stay at the Tiny Owl!

We loved our stay at the Tiny Owl! It is a very small cabin but worked great for us as we were out and about all day and only came back to the cabin to make dinner and sleep. We really enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub after being in the cold all day. There are other cabins around but it still feels very secluded and off the beaten path! I would highly recommended staying in the Tiny Owl for anyone on a budget. We will most definitely be back in the future to check out the other cabins on site!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

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

Quiet time.

Private, quiet, peaceful, and surrounded by nature. Would not change a thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

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

Cozy stay

Unique experience. Loved our little camp site. The hot tub was perfect. The stream was very nice and relaxing... The pond was beautiful. Would only change the ladder that led to bed in the loft. Maybe one with handles on top.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Customer service was top notch. We has a little problem with knocking pipes in the cabin, and they worked around the clock to fix it ASAP and even brought us extra firewood for the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

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

Best Mini Vacation Getaway

I had such a great time getting away at the Tiny Owl Cabin! The Stuetz Team went above and beyond from beginning to end. The communication and amenities were perfection. The beautiful scenery of the wooded mountains, the hot tub, and relaxing sitting area by the pond and creek were enough for me to not need to go anywhere during my stay. However, I did leave a couple times. One being to get a wonderful massage from thwir professional Therapist Peggy. Leaving feeling truly blessed by this overall experience. Thank you Tammy, Sam, and Peggy! Hoping to meet again when I come back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Leslie D.

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

Nice getaway

The stay was great enjoyed all the amenities… it is quite a trek on some bumpy roads but with it. All that needs updated is the toilet. Not as sturdy as it should be.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Adorable little cabin!

This cabin is very small, but so fun! It was just the two of us, and we stayed cozy and comfy all night. The hot tub was plenty big enough for the two of us, and the temperature was perfect! There was a small room that woukd be so cute for 1 or 2 litrle kids that has a small collection of books, as well as a small tv and dvd player. It has plenty of easily accessible windows, so we were able to let the clean mountain air flow though comfortably. The hosts were amazing in communication, and was so sweet!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

arick b.

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

Romantic and Charming

My wife and i stayed here for 3 nights and it was just what we were looking for. This small cabin was exactly as described, set back in the mountains with lots of shade and a small creek running through the property. Gravel road with steep incline leads to the property, 4 wheel drive is recommended. We enjoyed our own private hot tub and fire pit while listening to the sounds of nature each evening. Tammy was friendly, responsive and accomodating. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, utensils, pots, pans, cutting board, hand towels and wash cloths. No oven or microwave, but stove top was efficient and mini fridge worked well. Sleep loft was tight, with little room to sit up in the bed. We did notice a slight sewage smell coming from the toilet- was easily remedied by running the flusher for at least 20 seconds each flush and we kept the bathroom window open and bathroom door closed. Small air conditioning unit kept cabin cool, but we also brought a box fan to run at night to keep the air moving in the sleep loft. Overall, we highly recommend the Tiny Owl Cabin for a true Smoky Mountain experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to relax and get away from busy life.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vanessa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly what i wanted , peaceful, beautiful scenery, private and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place with a small creek and pond, the hosts were so nice and answered all of the questions I had! This is a perfect relaxing place to stay after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

River C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice to get away too
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little vacation was one of the best ive ever had! I cant wait to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tavia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we actually stayed in the "Tiny Fox" and we had a wonderful time. after a minor issue that ms Tammy resolved in a matter of minutes we had the most relaxing stay just the timeout my husband and i needed. beautiful area to spend some us time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025