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Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games

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A spiral staircase with a rustic design, wooden walls with a leopard print pattern, and a kitchen area in the background.
A log cabin with a wooden deck, two windows, and a door.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen area, a dining table, and a refrigerator.
A log cabin with a wooden front door, a small porch, and a wooden walkway leading to the entrance.
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pigeon River

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Newport, TN
  • Place, Burnett Spring
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Other Space 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Newport

Located in Newport, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Douglas Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kiwanis Park and Victory Lanes Bowling Center. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Newport, TN

What's nearby

  • Burnett Spring - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 53 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 53 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 54 min drive - 66.2 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 54 min drive - 66.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Big Boys Country Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Monterrey Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games on Nov 9, 2026 start from $261, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Handcrafted Home w/Private Hot Tub|Video Games located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Smoky Mountain Golf Club, Pigeon River, and Burnett Spring. Sisk Island and Kiwanis Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place away from traffic in pigeon forge and Gatlinburg
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 11, 2026
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was overall nice and clean. The only thing was the driveway. It was hard for us to get our truck in and out but we made it work. The cabin was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2026
Thank you for the awesome review Ronald! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the cabin. We hope to see you again soon in the Smokies!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place to stay, I would stay again and so peaceful

Great location and peaceful place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 26, 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and great location—it’s exactly what we hope all our guests experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another relaxing stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our stay was good. The only thing is it was an hour from Pigeon Forge and galtinburg.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Retreat

The property is nicely located out of major traffic but still close enough to major attractions. The cabin came with everything we needed to make meals. It’s beautiful, clean, with highly responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 10, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed the cabin! We hope you had a most wonderful time and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quaint cabin with reasonable access to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge but nicely away from the tourist districts. Driveway is very steep with no parking blocks to prevent a vehicle from rolling into the woods. Very difficult to turn around. We parked on the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Amazing cabin

We had an amazing time at the playful bears cabin! Everything was so nice, and they had this cabin stocked with just about everything we needed. The beds were fabulous…so comfy! I wish this cabin would’ve had closets. There is not one at all. The only real downfall to this cabin is the driveway. The driveway is super steep, and the parking is another story. It was a major pain to pull down the driveway, and try to park a vehicle. We have a truck, and had to pull forward and backwards so many times, each time we came to and from the cabin. I feel if some trees were cleared out, it would make this situation so much better. Overall, great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing time at the Playful Bears Cabin and found everything comfortable and well-stocked. We appreciate your feedback about the lack of closets and the driveway situation; your insights will help us make improvements for future guests. We're glad you enjoyed your stay overall and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Stuck

To start off, one the first morning the bedroom door was broken and locked my wife and myself away from our kids for 4 hours while we waited on maintenance to come. We attempted to get the windows open but there was things blocking the windows that would not allow them to open at first. This is a fire hazard. A child could not figure this out. Next the floors were absolutely filthy we had to go to Walmart and buy a mop. The upstairs bathrooms lights were not working the first night. There was no dishwasher like advertised. The spiral stairs are pretty but they do not feel structural sound. The barn door to my daughter’s room was off its tracks. The driveway is extremely steep and with no lights. I would not recommend this place in the winter even with four wheel drive. The company did give us a one night refund for all our issues but I still want people to know that the listing is not as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. We understand how frustrating and concerning these problems were, especially with the door and cleanliness. Safety is a top priority, and we'll address these concerns immediately to prevent future occurrences. We're glad we could offer a partial refund, but we regret that your stay wasn't up to expectations. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Stopped Up Sink

We arrived at the cabin on Dec 22, 2024 around 5pm, the 1st morning after breakfast we went to wash the dishes and the sink backed up. I notified the property management and they stated they would send someone out. No one came and I notified them again on day 2. Day 3 was Christmas and still no one to fix the sink. This made it very difficult because there was no dishwasher in this cabin. They offered me a VIP pass for a future stay which was not acceptable. I ask for one night to be comped of our stay. and they told me that they would not do that because this was a minor component. We were there for 8 days. I notified them again on day 5; they sent someone out while we were gone. I came back in the cabin to find the doors open to the cabinet under the sink and a bottle of liquid plumber sitting on top of the counter. The sink was still not unclogged. I notified them again and they sent someone out on Day 6; this person eventually made improvements. With a family of 9 and we needed the use of the sink, this made the stay miserable. I will never go back and i repeatedly ask them to compensate me for one night off my stay and they quit responding to those messages. I do have photos and messages to support my claims.Also if you rent this place be prepared to not walk on flat ground the flooring inside the cabin is wavy and it is very hard to keep clean.The best thing about the cabin was the amount of beds and comfort of beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 15, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re really sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay, especially with the sink. We understand how frustrating it must have been, especially with a large group and no dishwasher. We truly appreciate your patience and are looking into what went wrong. It’s our goal to provide a smooth, enjoyable experience, and we’re sorry we fell short this time. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean space, easy to check in and out. Cabin was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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