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Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, offices

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122207 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Bent Creek Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Little Pigeon River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

On river.Stay at this Gatlinburg cabin and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Bent Creek Golf Club and 6 miles (10 km) of Little Pigeon River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Rocky Top Sports World.

What's nearby

  • Bent Creek Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Little Pigeon River - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 26 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Anakeesta - 26 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 26 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trish's Mountain Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cobbly Nob Cafe & Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wyile Cider - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Doc's 321 Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Bear BBQ - ‬10 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.

Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House

Welcome to Sugar Cove, an AvantStay Home!

Those looking for the full log cabin experience will find it at this home in Gatlinburg. Nestled amongst the Smokies’ famous trees, this rustic retreat will have you feeling closer to nature than ever, while upscale amenities remind you that you’re living the posh life. Adults are sure to enjoy the covered hot tub, while the playhouse makes for a perfect place for the younger members of your group to enjoy the outdoors. When night falls, gather around the campfire for s’mores under the stars before retreating to one of 5 plush bedrooms—one of which is located inside its own casita. Sweet dreams!

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team. Whether it’s fridge stocking or in-home massages, AvantStay offers a variety of upgrades & experiences to enhance your stay.

Nearby Attractions: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee Jed’s (American), Mountain Moonshine Tastings, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Sugarlands Distilling Company, Ole Smoky Distilleries, Bent Creek Golf Course, Pancake Pantry, Hofbrauhaus Restaurant, Cade’s Cove (75 min drive).

​​​​​​​If you love spending time in nature, staying active, and celebrating wildlife like us, a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is a special treat. Located along the Tennessee/North Carolina border and home to the country's most visited national park, the Smokies provide over 800 miles of hiking trails, rivers, waterfalls, and a good chance at a black bear sighting. Over 200 million years old, the ancient mountains allow visitors the unique opportunity to connect with one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world and walk among century-old trees. Talk about a step back in time!

*Home Truths:*
- Bedroom 5 is located in a separate building that has a recreation room, one bedroom, and a full bathroom.
- This home is approximately 20 minutes outside the town/downtown of Gatlinburg (grocery stores, shops, attractions).
- Please be aware that roads may be busy during peak traffic times.
- The property is flanked by another cabin on the left and a house on the right.
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Indoor wood fireplace.
- Outdoor wood firepit.
- We do not provide firewood.

This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom: King bed w/ ensuite
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: Queen bed w/ shared ensuite.
Bedroom 4: Queen bed w/ shared ensuite.
Guest House: Queen bed w/ ensuite

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property manager

AvantStay

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,207 square feet

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House to the airport?

This cabin is 51.2 mi (79-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House to downtown Gatlinburg?

This cabin is 11.1 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Sugar Cove by AvantStay | Cabin by The River w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table, Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Charlie V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Room for Improvement

Location is great.Housekeeping and/or Maintenance needs an overhaul.Partial List of Issues:Torn/stained sofa (no sectional from pics)Slow/Clogged Vanity DrainMissing Outdoor Chair Cushions(2) Adirondack Chairs Instead of (4)—Both BrokenMouse Droppings at Fireplace and last but not least, 1/2 eaten piece of bacon in windowsill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reveiw of cabin

The overall experience was ok. Grill wouldnt heat up enough to cook anything. All the hot tubs jets dont work. If you have window open in bedroom 1 the smoke from the neighbors fire blows in and chokes you. The guest house has no dressers. All of the pans stick bad no matter what i tried. So in sunmary the house was good the amenities are not so good.also watch for bears qe had 2 different ones visit us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chain Gang

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. Only needs some easier way for disabled guest to be able to get on the deck and porch and furniture inside that’s a little more disability friendly. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay! The kids loved it!

The property was perfect for our annual family getaway. Everything was clean and comfortable all while having that cabin in the woods ambiance. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

With an impending snowstorm at home, we almost cancelled our trip. This location is great if you don’t like to drive winding mountain roads to get to your cabin. We also prefer to be away from the city so it was perfect for us. The house and casita accommodated our family of 9 perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Break Getaway

We had a group of 8 adults and a baby (18 mo) for a long weekend trip. The location was great and close to everything. We loved the property and outside area. My grandbaby loved the playground and creek. Hot tub was huge! Biggest we ever had. And plenty of items to cook with. Very well stocked rental. Definitely great for a family. Everyone enjoyed the arcade game too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sugar Cove

Of your going to be staying longer than a night, Id bring extra towels. You are given one towel and was cloth per person. Pots and pans are old and barely usable, if your cooking I would bring pots and skillets. All the sinks and tubs have standing water while in use. No ice, bring your own ice. They have one flimsy ice tray and a molded ice maker. The outdoors needs maintaining. Over grown grass on the walk way and shribs are over grown. Apparently iron is in the water, so the hottub has iron build up. The shower in the guest house leaks whilst taking a shower. The coffe pot has no filters that work. All the filters are cones, you need round filters. Bring your own washcloth for the kitchens, you have one sponge to wipe and clean with. My husband suggested bringing a power washer to wash the outside of the home. Debris is overflowing in the gutters which causes overpopulated amount of nats and mosquitoes. This home would be nice with some tlc. this
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Louan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sugar Cove

Cabin was very clean and well furnished with the exception of the living room sectional. The appliances were all in good working order. The hot tub is huge and was very comfortable even with several people in it. Do not use google maps...it brings you down another road which dead ends at the back of the property which has no access.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin for small children and family

We enjoyed or family vacation staying at the cabin. It was very clean and the area was quite. We loved that everything was on one floor made it easy with young kids. The area was nice and quiet and it was just a easy ride into Gatlinburg. We would definitely book this cabin again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness

family vacation

The house turned out to be even better than I expected! The pictures really do it no justice. I loved sitting on the porch and listening to the creek. Everything about the house was very comfortable. I truly did not want to come home to my own bed after sleeping with the most comfortable mattress and pillows and comforter ever! The area has so much to explore. I would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for family gathering

Very clean, comfortable home. Besides a few steps to front door it's all on one level. Be aware, beds sit up high. I wish there were hooks in bathroom for robe or clothes when one showers. There was issue with HVAC unit which fortunately we didn’t need AC. Guest house had issue with heater and plumbing and bed in guest house tends to dip in center. My niece and her husband chose not to stay there more than one night. Company was good about having repairman come right away and work on units and plumbing. Lovely location of home, enjoyed nearby stream and firepit one evening. There were 8+ of us staying here, we were all comfortable and enjoyed our stay. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben H., Kimberly, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin

Great cabin! Lots of room in the cabin and around the property. Kids loved the play area and arcade. Short drive into Gatlinburg. We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time

This rental was perfect for our family vacation. Location was quiet with a nice little creek beside for the kids to play in. Drive to Gatlinburg was a little far but worked out ok. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Nice place, but too far out of town for us. If it had been away from other houses and RV park, we would have liked it better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, layout, and amenities for our family

Everyone in our group loved Sugar Cove. Its location was very convenient to hiking, tubing, and all the activities in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Being down off the mountain made trips quicker and easier (less motion sickness!). It also allowed for a large, flat yard which was great for time around the fire pit and playing corn hole. The layout of the house, guest house, and the porches was fantastic both for large gatherings and independent activities. The amenities were great - a fully stocked kitchen, games, towels, and a huge hot tub! They really thought of everything. We would love to book Sugar Cove again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place...a hassle to check-in!

The place fit our needs nicley. The check-in process with the last minute documentation is a hassle. I asked months ago to send all correspondence to another email, so that I may respond more timely. I never got a rely, nor was the request granted.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We loved the property. We plan on making this our annual spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ruben L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location and amenities

Definitely a good location for those traveling with a large group and want to avoid being close to other cabins. Only complaints was some leftover trash on the floors in some of the rooms, leftovers can tabs, wrappers, tissue etc. One knicked my foot cause it was stuck in the carpet but the rest of the house was amazing and spacious. Also communicating with the team was hit or miss and sometimes took a bit to get an answer. An item was left and they told me it would be shipped if found, only issue was that I wasn’t told it shipped till 8 days after it’s arrival. The guest house was great too with an arcade unit and pool table. The hot tub was probably the best one I’ve ever used as well. Big enough for a large group. The location was great because it wasn’t too far from Gatlinburg however I do recommend a better or marker for the entrance and releveling the gravel driveway. The cabin has a lot to offer and worth the price. Definitely homey and has all the tools you need to cook at home if that’s your thing. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Traci W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall we had a great stay!

We had a great stay in the cabin. We had a issue with the heater and the management team take care of the issue within a few hours of opening.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cabin & Hosts!!

We stayed here for our elopement with our kids and family and it was amazing! The cabin was absolutely beautiful. Our whole family was very pleased with the accommodations. There were so many nice touches left for us from the hosts! They were extremely responsive and able to address all of our requests. They even left a beautiful bouquet of flowers on our doorstep that we came back to on the night of our wedding! My whole family and I would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

not a bad place

So, as we stayed there there were a few things the came to mind about the property. They do have some ant problem, and the floors had a slight uneven but wasn't a big problem. Over all wish it was a little closer to Gatlinburg but was nice and quite for the most part.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for families

We selected this property because of its family friendly nature, and we were not disappointed. The swing set, yard, and creek were all great for playing. The fire pit was perfect for s'mores in the evenings. The guest house was nice to have a place separate from the hustle and bustle of the main house. We were at capacity, so when everyone was inside, it was a bit tight. But we spent most of our time outside. Really the only downside we encountered was the capacity of the hot water heater. This would of course not be an issue with fewer adults in the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Cabin

This property was perfect for large families. Plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Aberdeen, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

This was a last minute rental for us when our previously booked house cancelled two weeks before our stay. The house fit our needs, and was clean. We would have preferred a more picturesque setting however the creek and local bear made up for the other shortcomings with the location. It was very quiet but there was an RV park next door and other houses behind, and a small thrift store next door. I can not say enough about Avant stay. I have rented houses for more than 30 years from numerous companies and this is one of the best experiences I have ever had with a rental company.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend Getaway

Beautiful home and perfect furnishings! Follow the instructions given by management and the stay will be perfect! Thank you for such great accommodations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022