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Unique Cabins with Cool
Features & Amenities

 in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & Sevierville

This teepee tent for camping is just one example of a unique amenity outside a Pigeon Forge cabin rental called "Runamuk"

If you want something new, different and exciting, check these out.

You won't find these amenities just anywhere

 I did the research for you, poured over the listings, and I found these unique cabins, themed and special vacation rentals for you.

A link to each is provided, don't forget to book as early as possible - the best cabins go the fastest! 

1.) The Wizard's Edge, Gatlinburg 
5BR  3BA, Sleeps 12   

front door of "The Wizard's Edge" cabin rental in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Decorations at "The Wizard's Edge" cabin rental in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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This enchanting cabin is for those with big imaginations and a love of Harry Potter-like escapades!  It is in Chalet Village, with breathtaking views and very convenient to Gatlinburg.​

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Tons of fun little details and touches along with hot tub, arcade, ping pong and pool table, games, theater sized tv, community pool access, tennis and other Chalet Village amenities.

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I think Gandalf and Dumbledore would definitely approve.​

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2.) Sweet Escape, Gatlinburg
6BR 7BA, Sleeps 14 

Swee Escape Cabin in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Go Kart track at unique cabin rental in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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Pet Friendly, theater, Karaoke room, Race Kart track, mini golf course, mini rock climbing wall, fire pit, indoor swimming pool, grill, hot tub and more!  Wow!

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3.) Coyote Cabin, Gatlinburg
1BR  1BA, Sleeps 4 

The Coyote Cabin in Gatlinburg with fire pit
floating hot tubs, called "hot tugs" on a small lake in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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The cool part is, you have access to (additional fee) what they call "Hot Tugs", which is an amazing floating hot tub!  This affordable, custom tiny home cabin has all you need, and is right on a little lake and only an easy, 15-minute drive to downtown Gatlinburg.  Its just inside the Creekside Hideaway Community.

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Catch and release fishing, fire pit, walking paths, creek, grill, and deck.

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4.) Grand House, Wears Valley 
6BR  8BA, Sleeps 12   

Cove Mountain Cabin in Wears Valley, cabin rental that is unique and on the water in the Smoky Mountains
Duck pin bowling at a unique cabin rental in Sevierville and Wears Valley, TN in the Smoky Mountains

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Wow!  Don't worry about bad weather on your vacation, you will never be bored here!

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Not only do you have an indoor swimming pool, but I don't think I've ever seen a cabin with indoor bowling!  Duckpin bowling alleys and "Hidden Galaxy" kids play area with a "secret passage" are just a few unique amenities here. 

 

You also have a private fishing dock with grill, special area just for gamers, theater and jukeboxExcellent location surrounded by mountains and easy flat access and yard.

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5.) Chic Treehouse Cabin, Sevierville
2BR 2BA, Sleeps 6  

Mountain and City View from Treehouse in Sevierville, Tennessee
New Treehouse style cabin in Sevierville Tn

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Contemporary, Newly Built Treehouse style cabin and Pet Friendly!

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This adorable, yes adorable cabin is right across from the Dign' Zone Theme Park as well, and easy access 5-10 minutes to Dollywood, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and 15 minutes to Gatlinburg.  Has hot tub, outdoor living areas, arcade, mountain and city views, gorgeous decor, great roads...you have to see this one.

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See the "Lux Treehouse Cabin" Nearby This One

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6.) Three Wizards, Sevierville
3BR  3BA, Sleeps 8   

front exterior view of Three Wizards vacation rental in Sevierville, Tennessee
Three Wizards vacation rental in Sevierville, TN

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Calling all Harry Potter fans...and people who love to have fun! This one's for you.

This gorgeous new vacation rental is nestled in The Forgotten Forest...Themed picnic area, wishing well, and many more surprises. Hot tub, theater, gaming, fireplace, grill, and be at Dollywood in 20 minutes.

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Imagine having your kid's birthday here!  Wow. Also, very close to Douglas Lake!  So many details were put into this - you have to see it to believe it.

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If you like this one, definitely check out The Spellbound Inn

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Whistler's Knoll Hobbit Hole

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Howard's Hollow

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Quail's Landing Hobbit Hole

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7.) The Farmhouse, Wears Valley
3BR  3BA, Sleeps 10  

Unique Cabins in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, The Farmhouse exterior view
Unique Cabins in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, The Farmhouse farm animals, 2 donkeys being cute

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Stay at this real farmhouse with mini horses, donkeys, ducks, chickens and other rescue animals. Your family can feed the animals bites of apples and carrots.  You can also bring your own pet with you, as it is a pet friendly cabin rental.

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Another bonus - this is also a handicap accessible vacation rental.  Enjoy the creek and a tire swing, as well as electric fireplace, gas grill, firepit, picnic area, and a nice yard.

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Has satellite tv, landline phone service, but check with host about internet service.

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8.) Bighorn Chalet, Gatlinburg
4BR  4BA, Sleeps 15  

Cabin with Elevator in Gatlinburg TN
living room, fireplace and mountain view

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This pet friendly vacation chalet has an elevator! (See more cabins with elevators) It also has a view of the iconic Ober Gatlinburg Tram going up and down the mountain all day.

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Beside incredible views you won't get just anywhere, there is a spiral staircase, air hockey, games, a movie room, hot tub and all floors are wheelchair accessible.  Sit out on the veranda with your coffee or tea and take in the mountain air and just breathe.  

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9.) The Dogwood Treehouse, Gatlinburg
2BR  1BA, Sleeps 4  

Dogwood Treehouse in Gatlinburg, TN cabin rental
Dogwood Treehouse at Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek, Gatlinburg TN interior view, ladder

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Built by the famous Treehouse Master himself, Pete Nelson, of the Tv show "Treehouse Masters".   The Dogwood sits above them all at Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek. Footbridges, grilling and picnic areas to fully experience the wilderness that surrounds you.

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Features a rainfall shower, cozy rustic, but modern decor, creek access and lots of privacy. This is for those who want to truly get the treehouse experience feeling of being out in the woods, and away from it all.  Still just a few minutes from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, but off the beaten path.

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10.) Cadillac Creek, Pigeon Forge
6BR  4BA, Sleeps 20   

Cadillac creek, Unique cabin in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, 50's style, exterior shot
Cadillac creek, Unique cabin in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, 50's style, gameroom

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This 50's themed cabin will rock your socks off!

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This cabin is for the young at heart with a huge game room, jukebox, firepit out in the backyard (having a cabin yard is rare!), goldfish pond, hot tub, theater room, impressive kitchen, cabin themed bunkbeds, and more.

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It is also in a community that has use of seasonal pool, fishing pond, playground and walking trails.

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11.) TreEscape, Pigeon Forge
1BR  1BA, Sleeps 4   

Unique Cabin in Pigeon Forge, Treescape, Exterior view, Tennessee Treehouse
Unique Cabin in Pigeon Forge, Treescape, hanging pod chairs

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This real treehouse was built by "The Treehouse Guys" from the DIY Network TV Show!

It has a real suspension bridge, crow's nest and deck, for the (grown up) kid in all of us.  

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Grill, firepit, hot tub on deck, spiral staircase to a bedroom loft, and swinging chairs with pub table underneath.  This place is super cool, check it out.

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12.) Happy Days Retro Cabin, Sevierville
3BR  3BA, Sleeps 10   

Happy Days Retro cabin rental, exterior view of back of cabin in Sevierville, Tennessee
Retro themed cabin rental in Sevierville, Tennessee, living room view

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Where to even start!? The pictures just do not do this place justice.

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This adorable new cabin in a cozy neighborhood of cabins is convenient to all of Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, and just 20 minutes from Gatlinburg.​

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It has a super cool retro theme with a juke box, hot tub, pool table, diner style kitchen, private back decks, fireplace, and super nice grill.  Also, a working record player, themed rooms and endless details and touches. 

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Beautifully combines modern with the retro theme and great for families.

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If you'd like to see the video tour I made of this cabin, you can see it here:

Cabin Video

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13.) Smoky Mountain Lake House, Sevierville
10BR  4.5BA, Sleeps 28  

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This lake house on Douglas Lake can be your getaway and you are still just 15-20 minutes from 

Sevierville and 30 minutes from Dollywood and the Island and all of the attractions. But if you are looking to get away from it all, you may not want to leave.

 

Home has a private boat dock and floating boat dock.  This secluded lake house is private and would make a wonderful wedding venue.  

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3 Garages, outdoor smoker and BBQ, fireplace, theater with surround sound, hot tub, double oven, and nearby Marina where you can rent watercrafts.

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14.) A Frame with Kid Cave, Gatlinburg
2BR  3BA, Sleeps 8 

A frame cabin rental in Gatlinburg TN
Hot tub on deck in Gatlinburg Tennessee rental A frame cabin

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This gorgeous A Frame in the Smoky Mountains is a family friendly cabin just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. Super game room, kid cave with a secret passage, hot tub and decks for the adults, and grill and fireplace too.

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Seasonal access to 3 Chalet Village swimming pools.

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15.) Black Fox Lodge, Sevierville
8BR  9BA, Sleeps 24

Mini golf course
indoor private swimming pool

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Not just a private, indoor swimming pool, but a mini golf course - all for only you and your group!

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In a beautiful area of Sevierville, not far from where Dolly Parton grew up!  Hot tub, grill, arcade, pool table, and just 15 minutes from all the attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg!

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16.) The Summit 85, Pigeon Forge
6BR  8BA, Sleeps 18   

Summit 85 front exterior view, Pigeon Forge unique cabin
Summit 85 indoor pool, Pigeon Forge unique cabin

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This an ultra-modern, luxury vacation home is in an excellent location just outside Pigeon Forge with an excellent mountain view.  It is a stunning designer cabin with a conference room and garage parking.

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Besides a spa like indoor pool, it has 3 levels with amenities like a plush theater, game room with ping pong, pool table, shuffleboard, private balconies, hot tub, wifi, fireplace and is wheelchair accessible too!

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17.) Duck, Duck, Goose, Pigeon Forge
2BR  2BA, Sleeps 4   

Duck Duck Goose Pigeon Forge rental cabin on the water, exterior and river view
Duck Duck Goose, Pigeon Forge rental cabin on the water, exterior deck and river view

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This beauty sits right on the river and yet its a short drive over to the Pigeon Forge Parkway.  I've stayed in this area myself in one of these river cabins and we really enjoyed it!   Add a

hot tub, fire pit and fishing, cute ducks, and you might just be in heaven.

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Also includes a spiral staircase up to the loft where you can play arcade games, and a swing on the patio to relax in.  Easy, safe road access. Just about 2.5 miles from The Island, and 10 minutes from Dollywood.  More cabins on lakes, creeks and rivers here!

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18.) Heart of the Valley, Wears Valley 
4BR  4BA, Sleeps 13  

front view of unique log cabin rental in Sevierville, TN
Unique cabin rental in Wears Valley, TN, with theater and old cars

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Not only does this cabin have vintage cars in its theater room, but it also has a fenced in firepit and playground for the kids!

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Seasonal outdoor pool use, just 10 minutes away. Wood burning fireplace, charcoal grill,

putt putt, and a super nice games in different rooms!  Custom bunk beds, hot tub and a beautiful location make this one winner for sure.

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19.) Cowboy Corral, Pigeon Forge
5BR  6BA, Sleeps 16  

unique cabin in the Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge, Cowboy Corral, exterior view of cabin
Unique cabin in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, bunkbeds for kids, custom built

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How bout a Western Cowboy Themed cabin?  

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It has large decks with hot tub, a movie theater, fireplace, internet, charcoal grill, game room with air hockey, arcade games, pool table, and mountain views.  Check out the cute bunkbeds, great for kids!

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The kitchen has 2 fridges, 2 dishwashers, and a 5 burner "chef's" gas range for the cooks!

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20.) Bearby House Yurt, Pigeon Forge
1BR  1BA, Sleeps 4   

Yurt in Pigeon Forge TN, vacation rental, exterior view
Yurt in Pigeon Forge TN, vacation rental, bedroom

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This circular yurt is in a little yurt community, right around the corner from Dollywood! You can see the sky from the loft in this beautiful, modern yurt with all the luxuries of home.

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21.) Celesta Vista, Wears Valley
6BR  9BA, Sleeps 29   

unique cabin rental in the Smoky Mountains, Wears Valley
Unique cabin rental showing indoor pool in the Smokies

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You won't believe what you will find inside this unique cabin in Wears Valley, just outside Pigeon Forge.  Beside the beautiful views, it has an indoor pool, Tiki bar, kid's Jedi Academy Room, and a Narnia Themed Room, and Irish Pub, just to get started.

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Sitting just outside The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this 7,000 sq. ft lodge has a huge entertainment area with billiards, air hockey, darts, poker table, Xbox, jukebox and more.  Also a movie theater, dry sauna by the indoor pool, outdoor kitchen and living spaces, hot tub and large appliances in the gorgeous kitchen.

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Gas fireplace, Wifi, stunning views, wildlife and more.

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One thing to know before staying here, the driveway is steep, please read description in link above.

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See the owner's Harry Potter Themed cabin too!

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22.) Big Kahuna Luxury Lodge, Pigeon Forge 
7BR  5BA, Sleeps 25   

Large unique cabin rental in Pigeon Forge, TN "Big Kahuna"
Unique and Unusual cabin in Pigeon Forge,  Magical Room

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Families take notice - This is an excellent choice for kids and adults! And it's Pet Friendly too.

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Not only does it have an outdoor playground for kids, but it has a "magical room", a game room, theater room, outdoor mini playhouse, and wifi.

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For the adults, it has an outdoor firepit, outdoor kitchen, pool table, hot tub, fireplace, grill, beautiful views and just 5 minutes to all the attractions.

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23.) Crystal Waters, Pigeon Forge
3BR  2.5BA, Sleeps 8   

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Outdoor kitchen that glows in the dark

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This luxurious beauty on the river is conveniently located in Riverpointe Subdivision, and you will be amazed when you see your "backyard".  The outdoor living space is incredible and glows in the dark.  Cook and eat outdoors on the river with both gas and charcoal grills.

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Features adjustable, massaging beds, with a waterfall whirlpool tub, fireplace, pool table, arcade games, slot machines, and screened porches.  Easy river access, and safe street access, with room for max of 2 vehicles.

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Located just a couple miles from the action on the Pigeon Forge Parkway.

 

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24.) Camp Runamuck, Pigeon Forge
3BR  2BA, Sleeps 10   

Unique cabin in the Smokies, Camp Runamuk, interior view showing camping tent in loft
Unique cabin in the Smokies, Camp Runamuk, exterior view showing cabin, view and teepee

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This is a Pet Friendly, camping themed, and beautifully decorated cabin in an absolutely perfect location near Dollywood.  

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Has a fun teepee and firepit outside, a sleeping tent inside, a gorgeous view, pool table, arcade games, unique bunkbeds, fireplace, hot tub and wifi.

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25.) Splashside Retreat, Sevierville
4BR  3BA, Sleeps 12  

Splashside Retreat's yard and swimming pool  in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Game pavillion at cabin rental in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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Seasonal outdoor swimming pool all to yourself!

Large game pavilion for the kids or the kids at heart.  Also, you have a hot tub, hammocks, grill, big yard, spacious showers, and fire pit.  You can drive to Dollywood and Pigeon Forge in about 30 minutes.

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26.) Ridge Creek, Pigeon Forge
5BR  4BA, Sleeps 18   

Ridge Creek cabin hobbit door, Pigeon Forge
Ridge Creek cabin with Alice in Wonderland play area

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This beautiful cabin will be a hit with adults and kids! A cute hobbit door leads to the bunk beds and there's a quiet cubby with an Alice in Wonderland theme. Packed game room with arcade games, pool table, foosball, pinball and more.

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Spacious cabin, hot tub, theater, giant bean bags, outdoor living and dining area and excellent location in Smoky Cove, just a short drive to the Pigeon Forge Parkway.  You also have close access to the community outdoor seasonal pool!

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27.) Smoky Hollow Resort Covered Wagon, Sevierville
1BR  1BA, Sleeps 4 

Unique conestoga wagon vacation rental at Smoky Hollow Resort in Sevierville, Tennessee
View of Smoky Hollow Outdoor Glamping Resort with Tipis and mountain view in Sevierille, Tennessee

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Right up the road from Soaky Mountain Waterpark and just a few minutes from practically everything else in Pigeon Forge too.

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This 18-acre resort has luxury Conestoga Wagons, and Tipis you can stay in.  Sit around a campfire, get up close and personal with nature and animals like goats, chickens and wild turkeys. Private bath houses, play areas, live entertainment (check schedules), charcoal grill, and each rental get to use a golf cart to ride around the property on! 

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Smoky Hollow Resort is expanding! Ask about their Treehouses, and ziplining too.

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28.) Queenie Gypsy Cottage Tiny Home, Sevierville
1BR  1BA, Sleeps 4   

Gypsy Queenie Tiny Home in Sevierville TN, exterior view
Firepit and kids play area, Long Springs Tiny Homes, Sevierville, TN

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You won't have to spend a fortune when you stay at an affordable tiny home, but you get so much. This hidden gem is a private community in a beautiful, wooded setting, just outside Pigeon Forge.

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Includes kitchenette, kid's play area, community firepit, shared charcoal grill, picnic tables, hammocks, cornhole, horseshoes, internet and more.

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