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Exterior
Game room
Outdoor spa tub
Shower, towels, toilet paper
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyBridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

With a stay at this cabin, you'll be centrally located in Gatlinburg, within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. .This cabin is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Anakeesta and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge.

What's nearby

  • Ober Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyBridge - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Myron Mixon Bbq Co - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Borders GSMNP/Hot Tub/Sauna/Pet Friendly/5 Minutes to Ober & Downtown/Pool Table

Cabin That Borders the Great Smoky Mountains National Park


Parkside Escape is one of the rare Gatlinburg cabins that directly borders the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Park Trail is just steps from your back deck — giving you private-feeling access to hiking, wildlife, and mountain serenity.


Located in prestigious Chalet Village:

• 5 minutes to Ober Mountain skiing

• 5 minutes to downtown Gatlinburg

• 20 minutes to Pigeon Forge

• Minutes to scenic overlooks & attractions


You get true mountain seclusion without sacrificing convenience.

Relax & Recharge


After exploring the Smokies, unwind with:


• Private hot tub on covered deck

• Custom in-suite sauna

• Dual-head slate shower

• Gas fireplace

• 1,200 sq ft of covered outdoor space

• Mountain views

Perfect for romantic getaways, anniversaries, ski trips, or peaceful retreats.


Entertainment & Comfort


• Pool table / game room

• Sleeps up to 4 (1 King + sleeper sofa)

• Fully stocked kitchen with Calphalon cookware

• Dining area for meals & game nights

• Washer & dryer

• High-speed WiFi

• Cable TV



Everything you need for a weekend escape or extended stay.

Pet Friendly Cabin in Gatlinburg

Bring your dog — Parkside Escape welcomes pets so the whole family can enjoy the Smokies together.

Why Guests Love It;


✔ 9.6/10 guest rating

✔ Top 10% of cabins in the area

✔ Direct National Park access (rare)

✔ Close to Ober & downtown

✔ Private yet convenient location

Cabins bordering the National Park are extremely limited and book quickly during peak seasons.


Reserve your Smoky Mountain escape at Parkside Escape today!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this cabin include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: please smoke outside on the deck

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

We do not allow Check In/Out from December 23-26

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: dogs (under 25lbs.) $200 fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside on the deck

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators

Property is also known as

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Borders GSMNP/Hot Tub/Sauna/Pet Friendly/5 Minutes to Ober & Downtown/Pool Table Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 208 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So nice! Clean! Perfect location, the sauna and the hot tub were a great way to relax after a day of being out in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely the amenities and view! Mountain View’s, Hot tub, pool, jacuzzi, sauna & the amazing double shower that I loved to sing and worship in! Such an amazing mini honeymoon! We will def be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Had everything we needed. Very easy communication to make sure our stay was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place for vacation, very clean, quiet, great location. One of the best cabins we ever had. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Doug S.

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

Great place to stay

We had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, the bedroom was comfortable. The wraparound porch was wonderful. We were not used to driving up the steep graded narrow streets and driveway up to cabin. Bears everywhere!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Enjoyable stay

2nd time staying here, enjoy this cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Great Getaway

This was a great place to stay. Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Excellent Stay

Great location and cabin. Close to gatlinburg
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia E.

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

4th of July in Gatlinburg

Great stay at this cabin! Loved the hottub and pool table. Driveway is a bit steep but there’s a turnaround a couple houses down. Close to center of town, overall great time and would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

great place

had a really nice time there. we certainly would love to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Wonderful Getaway

It was the second time staying at this cabin and it was just as good as the first time. Everything was nice and clean, and a great location in the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Great Cabin Vacation

Photos don't do it justice. We enjoyed everything about time we spent at the great cozy cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursulla J.

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

Amazing

This was an amazing stay! A beautiful location, the house was clean and as described! 10/10, we would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brad A.

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

Nice out door adventure

Great cabin with everything you need to enjoy the cabin life and outdoor forest.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Beautiful cabin

This cabin is everything we had hoped for. Peaceful and private.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek and Angel B.

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

Absolutely amazing!

The cabin was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hugo l.

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

Best Cabin

Perfect , just Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sonja s.

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

Magical Cabin

We enjoyed this spacious cabin very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Loved it!

Our stay was very relaxing and enjoyable. The pool table was nice, the fireplace was nice. The sauna was great after a cold morning of hiking and the hot tub was good after dinner to relax in.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

A.B. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, that needs maintenance. Refrigerator door has a sprung hinge so it may or may not stay closed. Stained glass door to deck has no doorknob. Shower doors are off the tracks. Needs an exterminator because stink bugs are everywhere, falling on the bed, crawling on the TVs, even had one fall in my hair at the bathroom sink. The drain stoppers in the bathrooms are both broken. At the prices charged, this was a disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Cabin

The cabin itself was amazing in cleanliness and accuracy of online description. The only reason I would not stay again is because of the drive through the neighborhood up to the cabin and the driveway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie K.

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

Beautiful place! Property reflects listing. The porch is amazing!! Drive is VERY steep.

Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

James F.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Gatlinburg Vacation

Beautiful cabin the road in and driveway a little sketchy. We did see 6 different bears which was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared R.

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

Great Place for Honeymoon

Me and my wife came here for our honeymoon. It was fairly easy to get to and it was the perfect distance to the main strip but far enough to be secluded and away from everything. 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023