Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or “The Smokies”, Gatlinburg provides the quintessential peaceful mountain holiday that you were looking for. There are also many amazing things to do in Gatlinburg. Go on a hiking trip in the Smokies, or if you are visiting in winter, skiing might be your ideal activity of choice. Our recommended accommodation options are tucked away from the noisy city life that you want to escape to. Staying in one of the cabins with views, stellar landscapes and modern luxuries in-house, you might decide you may never want to leave. Continue reading to learn about the top secluded cabins in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and remoteness of location. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 02, 2024.
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1. Away From It All (from USD 425)
Whether you’re a family visiting Gatlinburg or a group of close-knit friends seeking a getaway from all the needless noise, you’re bound to have wonderful memories in this fun-filled cabin, set in a scenic, secluded setting. The tri-level cabin rewards guests with glorious views of the forested Smoky Mountains.
Whether you’re chilling in the outdoor hot tub or starting your day from one of the bedroom’s balconies, there certainly is never a bad sight to be found. To amp up the fun, the cabin’s loft area has much of its space reserved for arcade games, as well as a pool table for some good snooker. These, of course, come on top of its several TVs throughout the cabin.
2. Above Ole Smoky’s Clouds Cabin (from USD 250)
Deep within the formidable Smokies lies this simple cabin, which comes with a stock full of amenities to keep guests well-rested despite the off-the-beaten-path location. Apart from classic household staples such as the living area with fireplace and the nearby kitchen, it also quips a few well-deserved upgrades.
Among those is an outdoor hot tub, which overlooks the surrounding forested scenery. A smaller version of the tub can be found up in the loft area, where most of the space is reserved for the main bedroom and en-suite bath. Apart from humans, pets are also welcome to stay with their doting owners. Do note, however, of the several restrictions that may apply.
3. Charming cabin conveniently located near downtown (from USD 189)
Nestled in a natural wooded setting, Cupid’s Hideaway is a cabin that can sleep up to four people. Inside, there’s a well-equipped kitchen where you can cook all the delicious meals you want, as well as a living room with satellite television and internet access. A game room is also provided for more fun. This rental is a popular destination for couples looking for a romantic getaway, but non-couples also enjoy staying here.
Another advantage of this cabin is its location. It’s conveniently near downtown Gatlinburg, so you can do some sightseeing during your stay here. Some of the places you might want to visit include Mills Park, Little Pigeon River, Roaring Fork, Anakeesta, and Mountain Mall. After your day of adventure, head back to this rental and soak in the hot tub to relieve your sore muscles.
4. Cosy cabin nestled in the woods (from USD 135)
This cabin is a nature lover’s paradise. When you stay here, all you can hear and smell are the rustlings of the woods outside and the smell of the mountain air. For this reason, you might love lounging on the porch, where you’ll get a stunning view of nature.
This rental is also beautifully furnished. The bedroom features a plush king-size bed, the kitchen has all the essential cooking appliances and utensils, and the living room has a fireplace to keep you warm. You can also find internet access and television here, so you can spend some time watching movies or shows. If you’re feeling tired, dipping into the hot tub sounds like a great fix.
5. Beautifully adorned cabin perfect for a romantic getaway (from USD 220)
Are you looking for the best destination for your romantic getaway in Gatlinburg? Then you might want to pick this cabin.
Beautifully adorned and furnished, this 500-square-foot (46.45-square-meter) features a luxurious king-size bed and a well-equipped kitchen area. You’ll also find several exciting things to do here: you can stream movies on the television, or you might want to take a refreshing dip in the communal pool. Going to a few local attractions also sounds like a fun time. Some of the tourist sites worth visiting include the Titanic Museum, Island at Pigeon Forge, and Dollywood’s Splash Country.
After a long day, come back to this cabin to rest. Relax in the hot tub with your companion before going to bed.
6. Peaceful cabin with a hot tub (from USD 125)
Have a peaceful getaway in this cozy and cheap secluded cabin in Gatlinburg that sleeps a maximum of four people. It has an open-plan concept with a fully equipped kitchen, dining space, and living area. The rental also includes a pool table for indoor entertainment.
Outside the flat is a deck with outdoor furniture and a hot tub where you can soak in while enjoying majestic views of the mountain. It is also a good spot to watch the sunrise and sunset over a cup of your favorite beverage.
7. Private cabin with mountain views (from USD 188)
This private cabin in Gatlinburg offers stunning 180-degree views of the Great Smoky Mountains. It has a kitchen that is fully equipped with tools and appliances to help you prepare delicious home-cooked meals. Next to it is the living area with a cozy leather couch, flat-screen TV, and pool table.
Outside is a private deck with outdoor furniture and a hot tub. Take a relaxing dip in the tub while drinking a glass of wine and appreciating the beautiful sceneries that surround you.
Parking is also available here.
8. Mountain-view cabin with a hot tub (from USD 350)
If you’re looking for secluded luxury cabins in Gatlinburg, this listing might interest you. Feel as though you and your family are the only ones in the Smokies when you pick this cabin as your next vacation destination. Take in views of Mount Le Conte when you have your morning coffee or evening nightcaps; take a dip in the hot tub which is placed on your porch, or just lounge and watch one of the three televisions in the cabin. If you do not want to see anyone, the cabin allows you total privacy, with fully stocked amenities and equipment in the kitchen and living spaces to keep you situated for your mountain vacation.
If you’re bringing a car, you’d be glad to know there’s parking available.
9. Mountaintop family home with a hot tub (from USD 238)
Sporting three bedrooms with an ensuite bathroom each, this log cabin can sleep up to eight guests. Located on top of a mountain, you’ll surely achieve your desired secluded holiday in this cabin while still being close to shops and restaurants. The property is just seven minutes away from downtown. The cabin itself is a work of art, with its vaulted ceilings, metal roof, and exposed beams. Add in the fully equipped kitchen, bedrooms with private baths and TVs each, the separate TV and arcade room, and the hot tub, and this rental is the perfect temporary abode for your family as you experience Gatlinburg.
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10. Private honeymoon cabin with mountain views (from USD 327)
Four fireplaces, a hot tub, the ultimate king-size bed and a private deck with hot tub awaits the couple that chooses to stay in this cabin, located just a short drive from Elk Springs Resor in the Bear Foot Mountain Resort. One of the best secluded honeymoon cabins in Gatlinburg, this listing has luxury furnishings throughout the one-bedroom cabin. And with a fully equipped kitchen, a living and dining space, you will be able to relax and spend your time with all the comforts and luxuries you may need. Be sure to enjoy the outdoor fire-pit which is stocked with firewood and the most scenic picnic area just a minute’s walk from the cabin, the perfect location for watching the sunset after your day of hiking in the Smokies.
This cabin also has a parking spot if you would ever need it.
11. Quaint cabin with hilltop views (from USD 425)
Get settled with all the comforts of home in this storybook cabin with old-world charms and views to take your breath away. From your vantage point on top of a hill, the magnificent Smokies lie ahead of you, especially impressive to take in on those early mornings from the comforts of your front porch. The cabin is well equipped with all the amenities you may need during your stay, comfortable beds and linens, and open-plan living space. Located just 3 miles (4.8 km) from the shops and restaurants of Gatlinburg and just minutes to Pigeon Forge, your holiday home ensures convenience and ease for your stay.
12. Mountain-view nook with a private hot tub
Those looking for secluded Gatlinburg cabins with mountain views will love this vacation rental. With a pool table, private hot tub overlooking views of the mountains, and a large, cozy living space, this cabin is an ideal choice for couples or friends looking to visit the Smokies for an active holiday, combined with relaxation and total tranquility at the end of each day. Situated near a creek and with beautiful views of Mt. Le Conte, the cabin is fully stocked with anything you may need during your day and several options of entertainment in-house.
Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
13. Spacious mountain cabin with outdoor hot tub (from USD 210)
Pick this cabin, known as ‘Blueberry Hill’, for its coveted location, hidden away in the countryside for the mountain escape, but a short drive away from downtown Gatlinburg and the amenities of restaurants, the grocery store, and liquor store. As an added bonus, you can walk to the Mountain Shadows within minutes, to enjoy the seasonal resort pool if the weather allows. Blueberry Hill is designed with vacationers in mind, with high ceilings, dramatic log walls and spacious living areas that are complete with a beautiful fireplace. Spend your evenings relaxing in the outdoor hot tub while you listen to the sounds of the mountain.
14. Spacious mountain cabin best for families (from USD 181)
With three bedrooms and a location situated between both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, ‘the Rustic Cabin’ is a great pick for adventurers, families with kids and those looking for easy access to the Smoky Mountains National Park. Go on long hikes, skiing in the winter, explore the restaurants and dining scene in the nearby towns and come home to a hot tub, open plan living, dining and kitchen space, as well as a lovely front porch from which watching the sunset should not be missed. The cabin provides a comfortable and relaxing base for your next holiday adventure.
15. Luxurious retreat with panoramic views (from USD 357)
On par with the top luxury rentals in Gatlinburg, this two-story cabin offers plush amenities to guests. It is ideal for celebrating a special occasion or for a group of friends on holiday. With easy access to downtown Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, the cabin is centrally located while maintaining a secluded, private feeling of being tucked away in the mountains. With a large deck overlooking views of Mt Le Conte to the East and Ski mountain to the West, you may find it hard to pull yourself away from those spectacular views. However, get comfortable indoors with an open-floor plan, cathedral ceilings, and tall picture windows that offer the same unobstructed views from the comfort of your living room.
16. Family-friendly log cabin with hot tub (from USD 350)
Perfect for a group of friends or large families, this cabin is fully equipped with all the amenities you will need during your stay, luxurious furnishings and design of the home combined with modern functionality ensures a comfortable and relaxing stay. With Hickory hardwood floors and handmade cedar log furniture, the cabin is designed with those personal touches in mind. The beautifully crafted, handmade cedar headboard entwined with mountain laurel in the master suite and twin beds in the second bedroom are just some of the unique features you will find throughout the cabin. The amazing views of Mt. Le Conte from the deck, living room and private picnic area are amongst the favorite of all the features found here.
17. Private log cabin with stunning Smoky Mountain views
If you want to spend some quality family time in a beautiful yet secluded place, we recommend booking a stay in this log cabin located near downtown Gatlinburg. The cabin can sleep up to eight guests. It has everything you need for a convenient stay, including a full kitchen, air conditioning, heating, laundry, and WiFi. You can cozy up by the fireplace, enjoy a soak in the jetted bathtubs, relax in the hot tub or the pool, and enjoy a barbecue outdoors. It also features several entertainment amenities for the whole family like cable TV and games like air hockey and darts. The stunning view of the Smokies is a bonus!
Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States
18. A mountain retreat for two
The cabin is affectionately known as ‘a hidden paradise’ and for couples or small families that are visitors, it does live up to its name. With a comfortable master bedroom, a private hot tub outdoors, a hot tub indoors and two gas fires to keep you warm and cozy, this tiny rental is the perfect spot for a peaceful mountain holiday. Located just a few minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, you will be well connected to the Indian restaurants, convenience stores and cafes of the town for when you need to be reconnected, but still be further enough away from the town to feel at total ease.
19. Family stay with entertainment options
Redefine your vacation when you stay in this rustic cabin, ideal for a family or friends looking forward to spending time in the mountains but staying connected to the town of Gatlinburg. The entertainment in-house comes with the spacious front and back porch area, a pool and a hot tub as well as a charcoal gas grill, darts and bubble hockey options as game options. Indoors, this private cabin in Gatlinburg is ideal for groups to spend their time in the living space, comfortable and cozy with the owners’ old fashioned record player and a collection of vinyl left there for you to enjoy.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States
20. Romantic one-bedroom cabin (from USD 134)
This is a romantic cabin ideal for couples or newlyweds looking for a secluded retreat. It offers a bedroom for two guests and a cozy living area with a flat-screen TV and fireplace. There is also a fully equipped kitchen that allows you to prepare meals for a lovely dinner date.
On the deck, there is a hot tub where you can soak in, relax, and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains. Access to parking and stable internet is also available for your convenience.
Cabins for rejuvenation
There are many beautiful vacation rentals in Gatlinburg. Some of them are even secluded cabins.
Our selection of cabins in Gatlinburg really focuses on special properties that allow you to relax in the midst of breathtaking landscapes and views, find a space for outdoor grilling and picnics and end your days in a hot tub for the ultimate dose of rest and relaxation.
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