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Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket

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Children’s area
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Little Pigeon River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Little Pigeon River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket

🌊 Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Flint Rock Swimming Hole | FREE Attraction Tickets

Step back in time and experience a piece of Smoky Mountain history at this charming riverside cabin. Nestled along the banks of the Little Pigeon River, this unique 2-bedroom retreat has been welcoming guests for over 100 years. While the cabin has received updates and improvements over the decades, it still retains much of its original character and rustic charm.

If you're looking for a luxury, modern cabin, this may not be the right fit. But if you appreciate history, nature, and authentic mountain living, you'll love the peaceful setting and unbeatable location.

✨ Why Guests Love It

• Directly on the Little Pigeon River
• Just steps from the famous Flint Rock Swimming Hole
• Only 500 feet from the historic Emerts Cove Covered Bridge
• Minutes from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• FREE tickets to top Smoky Mountain attractions included with your stay

🎟️ FREE Attraction Tickets Included

Every reservation includes complimentary admission to many of the area's most popular attractions, helping you save hundreds during your vacation. Attractions may include:

• Dollywood
• Anakeesta
• Dolly Parton's Stampede
• Pirates Voyage
• WonderWorks
• SkyLand Ranch
• Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
• And many more!

🏡 The Cabin

This cozy 2-bedroom cabin offers a simple, comfortable place to relax after a day of exploring the Smokies.

Over its century-long history, the cabin has been updated to provide modern conveniences while preserving its rustic mountain character. Expect charm, not perfection. The cabin shows its age in places, and that's part of what makes it special.

Wake up to the sound of the river flowing outside your door, enjoy coffee on the porch, and spend your afternoons swimming, tubing, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water.

🌲 Outdoor Paradise

One of the property's greatest features is its incredible outdoor setting.

Walk just a few steps to the Little Pigeon River where you can:
• Fish
• Tube
• Swim
• Relax by the water
• Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery

The popular Flint Rock Swimming Hole is perfect for making it easy to cool off during warm summer days.

The historic Emerts Cove Covered Bridge is only 500 feet from the cabin and provides a beautiful backdrop for photos and evening walks.

📍 Perfect Smoky Mountain Location

You'll enjoy the peace and quiet of the river while remaining close to all the area's top attractions:

• Downtown Gatlinburg
• Dollywood
• Anakeesta
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Pigeon Forge restaurants and entertainment
• Hiking, fishing, tubing, and scenic drives

💲 Affordable Smoky Mountain Getaway

This cabin is priced according to its age and historic nature. Rather than paying luxury cabin prices, you'll enjoy a unique riverside experience at an affordable rate. It's a great choice for travelers who value location, history, and outdoor adventure over high-end finishes.

Whether you're looking for a peaceful river retreat, a family adventure, or a chance to experience a piece of Smoky Mountain history, this historic riverside cabin offers a stay unlike any other.


-The Reagan family, one of Gatlinburg's most historic families, began building cabins around 1925. At the time, Otha Reagan worked stripping tanning bark in the Sugarlands area of what is now the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and his wife, Emma, was a weaver at Arrowmont. In 1923, Otha and Emma had saved enough money $500 to be exact to purchase five acres of land on the Roaring Fork Creek where Brookside Resort is today. Just a few years later they began building small cabins and chicken coops on the property to rent to men who were in the area building the road from Newfound Gap to Clingmans Dome. These cabins were built with timbers from the Roaring Fork School House and Church, and some were built from log homes moved straight out of the National Park. Many of the Reagan family's ancestors were even born in these cabins!

In 1971, Gatlinburg Southern Building Code required the remodel of nearly all the buildings in the area to a Bavarian type of exterior, so the Reagan cabins were updated to conform. Not too long after that in 1980, all of the original cabins and chicken houses were moved to their present location in picturesque Emerts Cove by a local river hangout called the Flint Rock Swimming Hole. To make a few larger cabins to accommodate larger families, two of the original cabins were placed on each side of a concrete slab to form a bedroom and a bathroom, and the middle was built to form a living area. Don't worry, though, the cabins haven't lost any of their history. Rumor has it that old chicken feed bags from the cabins earliest years have been found in their attics! Today's owners are proud to bring a little piece of their family's Gatlinburg history to your Gatlinburg vacation!

Greenbrier Getaway is a quaint two-bedroom cottage with one king bed and one queen bed. The Cottage features a full kitchen as well as a large living area a wood burning fireplace, and a flat screen television. Greenbrier Getaway is located approximately 50 steps from the Little Pigeon River, and it is within walking distance of the Greenbrier entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This cabin can be rented along with other Brookside cabins for large gatherings such as weddings, family reunions, and corporate retreats. Indoor fireplace in operation October-March.

TVs in bedrooms only have streaming capabilities.

3 Miles from Rocky Top Sports World.

Pet Fee is $60 per pet. Pets must be on a leash when outside. No pets on furniture or beds and pet must be crated when leaving the property.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9781684
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Little Pigeon River and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, and consider making time for Gatlinburg SkyPark, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Little Pigeon River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 20 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little House of Pancakes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Preachers Smokehouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket?

As of 10 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket on 16 Jun 2026 start from £165, 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 at Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Riverside Cabin | Walk to Swimming Hole + FREE Dollywood Ticket located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Little Pigeon River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rocky Top Sports World and Greenbrier Cove. Mills Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good and relaxing we had all that we needed in the cabin. I would recommend other's to stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you for your review. We're so glad to hear that you found your stay relaxing and that the cabin had everything you needed. Your feedback means a lot to us and we hope you could provide more to improve future guest stays.
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8/10 Good

Kenneth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Rooms were Clean, remodelled shower was " over the top" ! The front door Did Not fit the door jamb, allowing critters access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Thank you for your review. We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the clean accommodations and that the remodeled shower exceeded your expectations. We sincerely apologize for the issue with the front door fit. We understand how important it is for guests to feel completely comfortable and secure during their stay. Your feedback has been shared with our maintenance team so the door can be properly adjusted and sealed to prevent any unwanted critters from accessing the property. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving the guest experience, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

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

Best place in Gatlinburg

Polite staff, clean cabin, semi-private river access, short drive to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Overall easily labeled as the best place to stay when visiting the area not to mention no loud neighbors on the other side of a thin wall like you find in hotels
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you for your review. We hope to welcome you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale K.

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

Great getaway

The property was fantastic! It was only a few minutes drive to all the great attractions in the area. The cabin was perfect. A very clean and cozy place to relax. Its quiet and in a beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2024
We are glad you had a fantastic stay! We can't wait to welcome you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

shane s.

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

Great place to bring your pets

Very simple and low key
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Vacation

Was in a quite area.Not far from Gatlinburg. Was clean.And were easy to get in touch with if needed.We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2024
Thanks for your review. Come visit with us again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

MARGIE J.

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

Smaller than it appears

The place is very clean, but the pictures make it look larger than it is. But still nice. It is grouped with several other cabins around but it was quiet. With there being so much to do in the area we were really only there to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the note about the photos—we’ll take a look to make sure they reflect the space accurately. We hope you will visit with us again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robbin S.

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

Stinespring

Location was great. Cabin could stand for a few extra blankets due to the huge gap under front door. It was a bit dusty but it is a cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

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

Me and my brother

We had a good time visiting but it rained the entire time we were there. We left out super early Thursday morning right before the hurricane
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2025
Thank you for your review. We hope you will visit with us again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rustic Cabin in the Woods

Its a charming Rustic cabin. There are not a lot of modern touches. The kitchen is not very well stocked. The beds were fairly comfortable and the rooms have their own heaters, which was nice for the cold nights. However, I do believe it was listed as waterfront, and unless it is peak flood season, this cabin is not on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2024
Thank you for your review. We hope you will visit with us again. As the listing states, it is approximately 50 steps from the water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie N.

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

Anniversary trip

Location was nice but the photos were a bit misleading as I assumed the rental was directly on the water. The mildew problem really needs to be addressed. It smells so strongly that my Cpap smells so bad from being there. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay and would love to come back but stay on the cabin two doors down on the corner of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jammie T.

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

Nice Little Getaway

Convenient to many shops and attractions. Just a few steps to what was a "river" that our grandson loved to play in. Rivers are measured in miles wide where we are from not feet. Although yours is much cleaner. 😃 It would have been nice to have a little mop with the broom, and a shelf in the shower would have been nice, but thats just me. Not a problem it just would be nice. Electrical needs to be upgraded. Had to hunt and find three-prong outlets, but we just had to rearrange where we chose to sit or who needed the outlets. Straight and flat roads to get there. All-in-all a nice little place. This will definitely be on our list when we return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2024
Thanks for your review. We will take a look at your recommendations. We hope you visit with again soon.

About the host

Hosted by Diamond Mountain Rentals

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The Reagan family, one of Gatlinburg's most historic families, began building cabins around 1925. At the time, Otha Reagan worked stripping tanning bark in the Sugarlands area of what is now the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and his wife, Emma, was a weaver at Arrowmont. In 1923, Otha and Emma had saved enough money $500 to be exact to purchase five acres of land on the Roaring Fork Creek where Brookside Resort is today. Just a few years later they began building small cabins and chicken coops on the property to rent to men who were in the area building the road from Newfound Gap to Clingmans Dome. These cabins were built with timbers from the Roaring Fork School House and Church, and some were built from log homes moved straight out of the National Park. Many of the Reagan family's ancestors were even born in these cabins!

In 1971, Gatlinburg Southern Building Code required the remodel of nearly all the buildings in the area to a Bavarian type of exterior, so the Reagan cabins were updated to conform. Not too long after that in 1980, all of the original cabins and chicken houses were moved to their present location in picturesque Emerts Cove by a local river hangout called the Flint Rock Swimming Hole. To make a few larger cabins to accommodate larger families, two of the original cabins were placed on each side of a concrete slab to form a bedroom and a bathroom, and the middle was built to form a living area. Dont worry, though, the cabins haven't lost any of their history. Rumor has it that old chicken feed bags from the cabins earliest years have been found in their attics! Today's owners, Beville and Lisa Reagan, are proud to bring a little piece of their family's Gatlinburg history to your Gatlinburg vacation!

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