Epic Game Loft, Mountain Hot Tub, near Gatlinburg 10m GSMNP + 30m to Dollywood

Perched on a private ridge in Wears Valley, Smoky Mountains Lodge is where your family finally exhales. Step onto the upper deck and watch the blue-stacked ridges of Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Gatlinburg stretch to the horizon—the same view that will greet you each morning from every bedroom. By afternoon, the kids have claimed the 900 sq ft game room (three retro arcades, pool, ping-pong, foosball, basketball arcade) while you settle into the swinging daybed with a book and a glass of something cold. By evening, everyone gathers around the stone fire pit for s’mores as a sky full of stars come out over the Smokies.

This is your basecamp for Gatlinburg — just 36 minutes via the scenic park route — plus Pigeon Forge dining, Dollywood day trips, and trailheads in Great Smoky Mountains National Park 10 minutes from the front door. It's designed so well you may not want to leave. Two main-floor king suites (no stairs for tired parents), a chef’s kitchen with butcher-block counters and a Keurig bar, a bubbling 7-person hot tub under the stars, and 1,000 Mbps Wi-Fi for anyone who needs to sneak in some remote work between adventures.

The Space:
Two king suites on the main floor mean no stairs for tired parents. A queen bedroom and four twin bunks downstairs give the kids their own territory. Every mattress is new high-density foam. Pack-n-Play, high chair, and baby gate are ready and waiting.

The Game Room:
900 square feet of pure entertainment: pool table, ping-pong, foosball, three retro arcades (including NFL Blitz), a movie corner with a popcorn maker, and enough room for everyone to spread out. This is the space your kids will talk about for months.
The Kitchen
Brand-new stainless Whirlpool appliances, butcher-block countertops, quality cookware, a starter spice set, and a Keurig bar with pods included. Everything you need to fuel up for a day of Gatlinburg hiking or Pigeon Forge dining — without eating out every meal.

Outdoor Living:
Upper deck: panoramic long-range mountain views, a charcoal grill, a stone fire pit, and a swinging daybed that has quietly become our most-loved amenity. Lower patio: a 7-person hot tub, cornhole set, and string lights. Keep cameras ready — bears, fireflies, and the occasional curious squirrel are regular visitors.
Your Basecamp to Everything
36 min → Gatlinburg via the scenic park route
10 min → Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Cades Cove entrance)
26 min → Pigeon Forge attractions
30 min → Dollywood

Seasonal bonus: free community pool and fishing pond access (May–Oct), just 6 minutes away. We're a short drive up paved roads from Wears Valley Rd — the mountain views are worth every curve.

Fast Check-In:
A unique smart lock code is sent 24 hours before arrival. We ask all guests to sign a brief rental agreement before receiving access — quick and painless.

House Guidelines: We want every guest to have the best possible experience. A few things to keep it great for everyone:
• Smoke-free indoors (including vapes) — the mountain air is better anyway
• No pets (service animals welcome with advance notice)
• Primary guest must be 25+ | Max 10 guests
• Quiet hours: 10 PM–7 AM
• Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 10 AM
• A refundable $300 security deposit applies

For your safety, exterior-only Ring cameras are active at the front door, driveway, and side of the property. If anything comes up during your stay, just text us — we respond within minutes and are always happy to help.

Did we mention the 1,000 Mbps Wi-Fi | 5 Smart TVs | Remote-Work Ready

Ready to Book?
Book 4-5 nights for a 10% discount | Book 6+ nights for more savings
Secure your dates before they disappear — peak season fills fast. We can’t wait to host your family adventure in the Smokies!

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