Great place in the Smokies

Guest: Staci (Hampton, GA)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11 Review Submitted: 11/28/11

This was our second stay in Zip-A-Dee-Doo. Our expectations were fairly high as we had such an enjoyable first visit two years ago, and once again we were very pleased. We enjoyed the hot tub and pool table and watched several movies. We did not try the zip line but we could see and hear the excitement from the deck. The cabin is nicely furnished (comfortable furniture - a must for movie watching!) and well stocked, even complete with toiletry items guests might have forgotten. We can definitely recommend the location but keep in mind that a car is necessary to enjoy local attractions.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.

A nice Smokies weekend

Guest: Eric (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 10/29/11 Review Submitted: 11/16/11

This "cabin" (it's hard to think of this as just a cabin) was a great home base for a fall weekend exploring Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains National Park. Great Smokies decor, fully equipped and lots of fun "critter" surprises that I won't spoil by describing here.

Owner response:Thanks for the great review, Eric! Glad Zip-A-Dee-Doo met all your needs, and you enjoyed our mountain-themed decor ;-)

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Cant Wait To Go Back!

Guest: Leticia (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 10/24/11 Review Submitted: 11/04/11

Wow, we had SO much fun and the place was so nice, clean, and comfortable! We had never stayed at a rental home before, and it was great.... It was especially nice getting away and staying in a place so different from home! You walk in to Zip-A-Dee-Doo and you can smell the pine logs; not to mention just stand there and take in all the extras Cheryl and Doug have put inside! I'm wondering if all the log cabins (homes) are this nice? I doubt it..... My husband and I stayed in the upstairs Master Bedroom which had a King bed, private bathroom and great view! There were four of us (two couples) and we played pool and enjoyed the hot tub late into the nights; we just couldn't make ourselves go to bed and miss out on anything. We were close (maybe 5 minutes) to the main strip and went to the Titanic, very nice, not as touristy as some of the other stuff. We shopped at the Tangier Mall, ate at Olive Garden and Red Lobster, all of which were close to the cabin; and even fixed steaks on the grill one night. The kitchen had everything we needed, and then some.... One day we just stayed in the resort, slept in, watched movies (that were provided) and went zip-lining. I had my concerns about zipping, but believe it or not; it was really easy (and the mountain views were beautiful)! That was my favorite activity while we were there, except maybe the hot tub (it was the biggest & deepest one I have been in, plenty of room for the four of us ;-) They did a neat thing for the hot tub cover, it was really easy to use! We are making plans to come back next year! All of us felt so refreshed and ready to tackle our busy days on our return. Thanks Doug & Cheryl for such a wonderful place to call ours for a few days.... You should be proud of your beautiful log home!

Owner response:Glad you all enjoyed Zip-A-Dee-Doo, Leticia.... Yes, we are very proud of our cabin, and love sharing it with others (especially those that have never stayed in a log home before.) Looking forward to your visit next year!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

All the amenities!

Guest: Derek (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 10/24/11 Review Submitted: 11/04/11

Great cabin! Location is perfect, close to everything, yet secluded enough to enjoy getting away from it all, and just relax! Cheryl & Doug have done a nice job with the interior design making it feel just like home, with a little fun thrown in.... We were two couples getting away from work, and we had plenty of room to relax, watch some of the blue rays movies provided, and enjoy ourselves. My wife and I chose to stay in the downstairs Master bedroom which had a jacuzzi; we didn't use it since we enjoyed the hot tub (which has a great view), and the 2-person shower. We all had fun using the Billiard Room with Leather sofa, bar stools (made to hold your pool sticks) and really nice pool table. They spared nothing on the inside; well stocked kitchen and nice accessories throughout the cabin. None of us had stayed in a log cabin or a VRBO property before; so we were a little nervous. They call it a cabin; but it's really a Log home! The pictures on the website don't do this place justice; it's even better when you get there. Flat screen TVs in every room, really nice furniture, the works! We are making plans to make this an annual trip for the four of us we enjoyed it so much! Great value; we will always check VRBO before staying in a hotel when traveling in the future..... Oh, we also did the Zip-line; it was really fun even for the ladies (might need to bring our kids back, although we adults had a blast!)

Owner response:Wow, you make us want to rush over to the cabin and stay a few days ourselves! Thanks for the nice review ;-)

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Nice cabin, but lacking in privacy.

Guest: Hoosiers and Buckeyes (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 10/27/11

First the good. The cabin was nicely decorated, clean, had a decent view, and had a nice large hot tub. On the flip side, the beds were very firm, the coffee-maker wasn't working, and the ipod connector for the stereo would not work. Those were minor issues compared to the lack of privacy, however. After the first of our three nights there, we received a fairly strongly-worded email from the owner accusing us of throwing a "VERY LOUD party" and instructing us to "take it elsewhere." This was a surprise to us because we are a family of four with two young children and there was no one else in the cabin but us. The only music we played on the deck was from a laptop computer, which hardly puts out booming sounds. My wife is a physician and I am a businessman and we travel extensively. This is the first time we have encountered a situation like this in 13 years of travelling together. I can only think to attribute this to a hyper-sensitive neighbor. It was probably exacerbated by the fact that neighbors on both sides are located a mere few feet away from this cabin, which compromises privacy. I can not fathom how a family of four enjoying time on a deck can be categorized as a "VERY LOUD party." After receiving the email, the rest of our stay was uncomfortable, to say the least. If you want to read quietly, this cabin will suffice. If you plan to enjoy your time on the deck and use the hot tub, you may want to consider other properties.

Owner response:We are glad you enjoyed the decor, pretty view, and the large hot tub at Zip-A-Dee-Doo. Thank you for your explaination about the complaints we recieved from Resort Security regarding the noise coming from your group while staying at Zip-A-Dee-Doo. Unfortunately, someone singled out your group as a concern, and we were required to contact you accordingly. All of our previous guest reviews reflect that they have been absolutley thrilled with the location and privacy of our cabin; as well as the perks afforded in our resort setting such as the swimming pool, and zipline. A quick phone call to our 24 hour maintenance staff would have handled your coffee pot and ipod challenges. Happy travels to you in the future, Cheryl & Doug

Recommended for:Age 55+.

Cabin with Style

Guest: Georgia Couple (Rincon, GA)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11 Review Submitted: 10/25/11

The cabin was perfect. It was so beautifully decorated and most important it was very clean. Another plus is that it is located so close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We could enjoy all the area had to offer and not have to drive very many miles to get back and relax. We went to Clint's BBQ and enjoyed good food with live music (they don't play every night so make sure to check which days they play if you want the music). We could have stayed in the cabin and been perfectly happy especially with the pool table and big screen tv's not to mention the hot tub and so much more! And yes, we did the zipline. It was so much fun! I was a little scared when the guide told me I could let go and basically hang upside down, but once I did it I wanted to do it again. Thank you so much for allowing others to use your cabin and enjoy its comforts and beauty. We came home with many wonderful memories.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

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Guest: annaw256 (Rainsville, AL)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11 Review Submitted: 10/15/11

My family and I visit the Smokie's 2-3 times a year and I have always used a cabin rental company. I was very pleased with this cabin. It was clean, well stocked, had a great view, and the location was perfect. It is only 4-5 miles from the parkway. Secluded, yet convenient. There are so many things that I was pleased with. The ease of just going straight to the cabin without having to check in, the hot tub cover, the basket of items in each bathroom, plenty of towels, comfortable furniture and beds, nicely decorated, etc. I like to rent a different cabin each time we visit, but would love to stay here again. Thank you Doug and Cheryl!

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Zip-A-Dee-Doo

Guest: karen j. (Kentucky)
Date of Stay: 10/05/11 Review Submitted: 10/08/11

I had a wonderful stay in this cabin!! The owners thought of everything! It's so well stocked - from kitchen supplies, to toiletries, to CDs and DVDs to enjoy. They have provided all flat-screen TVs - pool table, surround sound, hot tub, etc! I just can't say enough about the tasteful and darling way it's decorated (love the ziplining squirrel!). Gorgeous view from the deck, which is very private. I would definitely stay here again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.

Enjoyable stay at Zip-a-Dee-Doo

Guest: Darci (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 07/27/11 Review Submitted: 08/09/11

I stayed at Zip for a family reunion and it was a wonderful experience. I stayed with family and there were 4 of us in the cabin. From the moment I walked into the cabin (the AC was up and it was cool, surround sound music was on, and it had a very inviting atmosphere), I was relaxed. The cabin was so clean that it made it immediately comfortable to settle in. I completely unpacked and hid my suitecase because I felt so at home. The decor was so perfect and detailed. The cabin was very spacious which was nice, as everyone had their own space which was uniquely theirs in decor and comfort. We also utilized the kitchen which was well stocked with utensils, plates, bowls, appliances, etc. Sterling Springs is a beautiful cabin community and we took advantage of the pool and Wahoo Ziplines. Zip is conveniently located a short walk to the pool. The pool was very clean and plenty spacious enough for our reunion group of a dozen. The baby pool is large for a baby pool and has a few waterfalls and fountains for the kids who seemed to love it. I was really excited to zipline and it did not disappoint! It was a blast and ran very efficiently. Each of the 6 ziplines within the course was unique and the guides were great. We always saw the "Country Tonight" show in town and it was very good - a mix of county-western, gospel, and patriotic songs. I would recommend it and it is good for all ages. I would highly recommend Zip to anyone - you will not have a bad stay! We hope to come back again! The cabin is even better in person than it is in the photos!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: Diane & Don (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 07/27/11 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

This was our 2nd stay at Zip-A-Dee-Doo, and again everything was absolutely perfect!!! The location of your cabin is ideal in that it is close to everything yet remote enough to be peaceful & relaxing. The cleanliness & comfort of your home is so inviting. With extra family members going this year, our 26 year old son used the pull out sofa in the loft and said it was also very comfortable. There are so many things to do right within your complex. It was great to be able to just walk to the pool and the Wahoo Zipline (which we would highly recomment to people of all ages!!!) We also enjoyed the Country Tonight Show and had a blast on the boat we rented at Douglas Lake. Thank you again for sharing your beautiful mountain home with us for our 2nd Annual Family Reunion. The Franks (Pittsburgh, PA)

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.