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The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room!

Family-friendly stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Ober Mountain
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Chalet Village stay.Your stay at this Chalet Village cabin places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Ober Mountain and Traffic Light #10 are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ober Mountain - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Anakeesta - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬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.

The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room!

*** THIS CABIN IS 2 MINUTES DRIVE FROM OBER SKI RESORT ***

Welcome to your Mountain Home - The Hilltop Chalet!. An authentic log cabin secluded in the forest and in the heart of Chalet Village, Gatlinburg.

THE SPACE
4 miles to the Great Smoky Mountain park entrance and 3 miles to Gatlinburg downtown, the location is unbeatable with hiking, skiing at Ober, white water rafting, restaurants and shopping and more!

Be immersed with privacy, nature and absolutely wonderful feeling of being in a cabin perched on a hill.

THE INTERIOR SPACE
The Hilltop Chalet is an authentic log cabin built in 1970. It is a huge (over 3000+ square feet) cabin but feels surprisingly cozy. It has an old world charm to it, if you are expecting a perfect modern home with newer finishes, it might not be the home for you. If you are looking for a rustic cabin in the woods, this is the one cabin for you!

OUTSIDE
The yard area has a stunning firepit to relax and make smores with the family. There is also a hot tub to relax at the end of a tiring day.

PETS
Our home is pet friendly! We kindly request a $100 flat fee for additional cleaning. Two dogs max please. If you bring your dog, we request that you supervise them while outside - our home is in a forest and there is wildlife around.

DRIVE to the CABIN
The drive to the cabin is breathtaking, you will drive thru' windy roads with views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Please drive with caution.

DRIVEWAY
We are perched on hill so the driveway is a bit steep, with a couple of tries you will get the hang of it

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
You'll be in the mountains and so nature-related elements are inevitable like weather and wildlife. You may lose power if there is a snowstorm/fallen trees, etc. and might see bears from time to time. Please do follow all the safety protocols.

Travel insurance is highly recommended to help cover you for situations such as unforeseen cancelations, weather related issues, etc.

For liability and warranty reasons, please do not undertake any repairs if you run into any issues. Instead, please contact us and we are happy to send maintenance at your convenience.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16. 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! to the airport?

This cabin is 44.6 mi (73-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

Is there free parking at The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! to downtown Gatlinburg?

This cabin is 2 mi away from Gatlinburg.

The Hilltop Chalet : Location, Views, Hot tub, Fire Pit, Game Room! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Karen V.

Fantastic host, quick to respond and try to help. Accommodations unsatisfactory and overpriced.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was welcoming and communicated throughout our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was extremely great at communicating with us. The property was very clean and well supplied with everyrhing needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is very roomy on the second and third level. Be advised you have to go up stairs to get to the main level. The cabin was clean and accurately described on the listing! The view going up to the cabin is spectacular!! Don’t really have a view at the cabin but it’s very peaceful! The host made sure that all the essentials were there! The only thing was the driveway! It is pretty steep but by the end of our trip, it didn’t faze any of us! Overall a great stay! We are missing it already! I highly recommend the Pirate dinner show if you have kids! We did it our last night out and it was the perfect ending to our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Smokey Mountain getaway! Great location to Gatlinburg and the national park. Plenty of room for 14 and 2 dogs. Easy to park a passenger van. Host communicate quickly!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great overall experience. Location of cabin was great...close to Gatlinburg and Smokies. We were a party of 11. Cabin had plenty of space and amenities to keep different age groups entertained. Plenty of sleeping accommodations and bathrooms had all necessities. Kitchen was well stocked. The firepit and hot tub were highlights for our group. There were bears around the cabin and firepit but we followed bear safety tips and had no issues. Communication with host was very personalized and attentive. Would recommend, especially if looking for rustic feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zubair B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous

This is a beautiful property nestled in the mountains. The views are gorgeous and the property is huge. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is carefully curated to meet the needs of all ages. The living rooms and bedrooms are very comfortable. They have Pac man, Pool Table, Ice Hockey set up for the kids to enjoy. It is a great touch. Wifi works well and the property is within minutes from Gatlinburg downtown. The host is wonderful. They communicate with you throughout the trip to make sure you're comfortable. Response times are amazing and they really care about your stay. When we come back to Gatlinburg, we would only stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickole B., Amite, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KALEI V.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very nice experience and have a wonderful time, from the clean and cozy cabin lots of room for entertainment and a warm hotbtube with a fire pit great for roasting marshmallows with an option of a gas or charcoal grill , also the sitings of bears from male bear to momma bear with her cute cubs, it was a peaceful experience visiting the moutains definitely will come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We had 9 people in our group and fit very comfortably in the cabin! Lots of activities to do and space to sleep! The host was amazing at communicating and checking in on us before and during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rigo C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

Had an amazing time with the family and the host went above and beyond to make it all 110% for us. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Very nice cabin for large groups. The view of bears made our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for the family

Plenty of space for our whole family. 8 adults and 3 kids! Location is great close to both pigeon forge and gatlinburgs main strip. Lost do to at the cabin if there is a rainy day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway

We had a fantastic stay at this charming chalet in Gatlinburg. Our family, coming from Missouri and Virginia, found it to be the ideal spot for a much-needed reunion. The chalet was clean, well-stocked, and comfortably accommodated all us. The location was perfect – secluded enough to offer peace and tranquility, yet close enough to Gatlinburg’s attractions and the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The host was incredibly responsive and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We appreciated their attention to detail and warm hospitality. We would highly recommend this chalet to anyone looking for a relaxing, scenic, and enjoyable getaway. Our family made wonderful memories here and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!

The management of the property is amazing! They were very quick to communicate before, during and after our trip. Our family of 6 had a blast at the cabin as there was lots to keep the kids busy from hot tubs to games and even a cute and comfy movie area. It was also in a convenient location so getting out was also easy and Ober mountain was just a short drive up the mountain. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The cabin had ample parking and very clean! We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

50 th wedding anniversary trip with family

Beautiful bear watching was great. One wanted to help us unload cars but they weren't a problem
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin

Our family stayed here to celebrate our dad's 80th birthday. We had plenty of room for the 8 of us and the kitchen had everything we needed. There are 3 levels of stairs, so make sure everyone can manage them (our dad was fine!). The bathrooms could be updated, but were fine and clean. THE BEARS! We were all excited to see bears each day on our stay. Make sure to keep your car locked and empty!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

We had the best time!

14 of us adults stayed at this beautiful Gatlinburg stay and had truly the best time ever! It was equipped with everything we needed. We did have multiple bear sightings, which we loved, but if you’re not into that, don’t come peak bear season because you WILL be seeing bears!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Plenty of room to be able to spread out and have fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Easter in the Mountains

The property was wonderful and had room for the full family. There was even a extremely clean pack and play for my youngest. As others allude, the drive is rough the first time especially after driving all day but we got the hang of it and after doing it in the rain and fog we were experts. The cabin is well stocked and clean. The only issue we had was it was a bit dusty and we had a couple of asthmatic kids. Turning off the heat and opening the windows to the fresh air helped so I am glad the weather improved. We had a great family Easter! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H., Circleville, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Smoky Mountain Retreat

My boys and I loved the amenities and location of the house (highly recommend AWD or 4WD). I was thrilled to be able to have our dog with us. The owner has added a theater area which was a great addition. The owner was very communicative and check-in/check-out was a breeze. Overall, I would gladly stay at this cabin again and highly recommend others to stay here as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it

It's am amazing house. Some much fun celebrating 2 birthdays and it was great especially the bear story and video we got lol. Don't take a load of stuff in at night and leave the doors open on your vehicle they get in and take your food luckily they didn't tear anything up. So much fun
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cabin with BEARS!!

This was a comfy stay in the mtns and so many bear encounters! The bunk beds weren’t the most comfy for the kids, but they had a blast in the hot tub and around the fire pit. It was nice having rooms on all three floors. The deck is nice, but there isn’t much of a view - you look at trees that block a potential lovely overlook. The area is fairly quiet and the house had everything we needed. All in all, it was a lovely long weekend stay. There was even a small gift awaiting my bro (we were there for his 50th bday). It was extremely thoughtful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022