### **Location: Secluded Beauty in Cosby, Near Gatlinburg**
* Nestled in the serene beauty of Cosby, Tennessee. * Off the beaten path yet just 20-30 minutes from Gatlinburg. * Sits on a private land lot. * Approximately 21.9 miles from the Parkway of Gatlinburg.
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### **Important Details:**
* Sleeps: Up to 24 guests. * 6 Bedrooms and 6.5 Full Bathrooms * Pet Policy: Pets are allowed with a $75 + tax non-refundable pet fee for each small dog (maximum 2 pets, 40 pounds per pet). Must be crated if left alone on the property. * Smoking Policy: Smoke-free cabin. * Parking: Recommended for no more than 6 vehicles. * Age Requirement: Guests must be 25 years of age to rent and be present at the property throughout the rental period. * **No Parties Allowed.**
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### **Why You’ll Love It:**
Welcome to the enchanting Mystical Creek Pool Lodge, a recently renovated mountain retreat offering unparalleled relaxation in a secluded Cosby, Tennessee setting! This extraordinary custom-built log cabin boasts breathtaking mountain views and a private riverfront. Immerse yourself in luxury with your very own private heated indoor swimming pool and enjoy cinematic experiences in the private projection-style movie theater. This spacious lodge is perfect for large groups seeking a peaceful escape. Please note that this property is for families and responsible adults. **No parties are allowed, and the primary renter must be 25 years of age or older and present at the property throughout the rental period.** Virtual Tour Url: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=xZqfgDSHMRB&brand=0
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Cosby
Located in Cosby, this cabin is near theme parks. Bootleggers Distillery and Smoky Mountain Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kiwanis Park and Victory Lanes Bowling Center. USA Raft and Mountain View Orchard are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 9 min drive - 11.5 km
Woods Island - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
Janice's Diner - 5 min drive
Carver's Orchard & Applehouse Restaurant - 14 min walk
Wonderfully Made Coffee & More - 6 min drive
Woodshed Restaurant - 6 min drive
Pigeon River Smokehouse - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room on 22 Aug 2026 start from £425, 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.
Is Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cabin w/views-Indoor Pool-Theater-Game Room located?
Situated in Cosby, this cabin is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Cosby Picnic Area and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Ryal Island. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Wilson Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
7.8
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Check in was seamless and easy. My only complaint would be the two bedrooms on first floor we were told they were both king beds and one one room had a king bed, otherwise the cabin was great. All the kids loved everything from the game room, pool to the creek in the front of the property.
We took a family vacation and it was the perfect place. Would highly recommend.
Bethany R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that our cabin was the perfect spot for your family vacation. It means a lot that you'd recommend us, and we'd love to welcome you back for another memorable stay!
Loved the location and space! Lots of room for kids and dogs!
Earl N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review! We're so happy to hear that you loved the location and space, and that it worked well for your kids and dogs. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next mountain getaway!
The stay was wonderful and so enjoyed sitting on front porch watching the sunset and sunrise! Beautiful place to stay!
Andrew C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the beautiful views and peaceful moments on the porch. It’s great to hear that your stay was wonderful, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for more stunning sunrises and sunsets!
The house was not as clean as we hoped. We found used underwear on a couch, dirty sock in the dryer, and others toys under a couch - along with much dirt. There was a leak in the roof that we found after it had been raining a while (it dripped into a box of our games). The website needs updating - every room had its own hairdryer, so we didn’t need to have brought them in luggage for instance. Maybe indicating there is a keurig in the kitchen would be a good idea. Some of the kitchen utensils desperately need to be replaced (can opener, peeler for example). The dishwasher doesn’t seem to work well. Even with rinsing dishes we ended up washing by hand after the dishwasher had run. Even tried using our own dishwasher soap in case that wa the issue. Maybe we cook more than most. We tried to vacuum the living room area but could not get the vacuum to pick up anything. The dryer seems to not work well either - it took 3 cycles to still not dry 4 pieces of clothing that had been through their washer. One of the king beds had the sheets put on sideways so they kept coming off during the first night. The grounds had quite a bit of trash which we spent some time picking up. One of the toilets just ran and ran and ran. The pool was a big hit!! But the hot tub had sand in it so we chose not to use it. Even though there were things we would have liked to have seen be in better shape, we made the best of it and enjoyed celebrating a 90th birthday.
Great for families. We went for my 60th birthday and I couldn't have asked for more. My grandchildren loved the indoor pool especially. Driveway was a little hard to manage since we had four cars but we made it work. I would definitely recommend this cabin for a crowd.
shari c.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Rajel H.
15 Feb 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
This cabin was not a good experience for our family, the cabin was not clean before our arrival. I think at some point it was but there were bugs on the floor, on top of beds, table, couch, just everywhere, toilet stains, the oven look dirty, sofa were dirt stains. The house has a SEVERE Asian lady bug infestation, the were dead and alive ones everywhere and they would land on you and food, you couldn’t sit or lay anywhere without bugs. Sending a one time fumigation personal would not help that problem, it needs multiple treatment. I’ve stayed in many cabins during the same time a year and while it is true there are lady bug seasons where you find a few lady bug by the window, this was different, it was out of control and unbearable. In addition, the house needs replacement of lot of items, like blankets, towels, curtains, frames. Everything is very old and it would help it if items were nicer. The theater is for dvd player alone with one dvd and the kitchen items were old and disorganized. I hate giving bad reviews, as a matter of fact is my very first bad review in my many years of using Vrbo but this ruined our vacation, we had to leave to a different cabin that didn’t have infestation problem. It was stressful to find a last minute cabin and move again with 17 people but thankfully Vrbo helps us out. Please put some love into the cabin, it feels abandoned in all aspects. Sorry!
Overall, we had a great time everything was described as it was online We did have a problem with one of the barbecue grills falling apart onto the ground while we were cooking they did come out and replace it with another grill, but did not replace our lost food Other than that maintenance came out and did whatever needed to be done in a timely fashion The check-in process was great my family had a great time and will come back again
Lisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear that overall, you had a great time and that our team was able to address the grill issue promptly. We apologize for the inconvenience with the food and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another fantastic stay!
Pictures are exactly accurate. Had an awesome time there. Pool and movie room was a huge hit amongst the kids!!! Communication throughout booking and stay were excellent. We had a family gathering there and it was perfect setup for us. Parking is tight if multiple cars but creative manuevering you can make it work. Most beds are on the firm side. But plenty of beds!! The only complaint and its minor was wish there was more mixing bowls in kitchen, maybe some cutting knifes and never found a pot holder. But there was plenty of tablewear and utensils. Again these were only small issues. Glad we had our family gathering at this location!!!
Clancy E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2025
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear the cabin was a great fit for your family gathering—sounds like the pool and movie room were a big hit with the kids! It's wonderful to know the space lived up to the photos and that communication made your stay smooth. We really appreciate your helpful notes about the kitchen items—those little details go a long way in helping us improve. We'd love to welcome you back anytime for more memorable family fun!
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
28 Dec 2019
Family Christmad Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house to keep all the kids and adults entertained. Loved the fact that every bedroom had it's own private bathroom! When we did leave the house, the kids were ready to get back to the house to swim in the indoor pool or play in the game room!
Absolutely beautiful cabin, just very disappointed with all the bugs we had to clean up. The one back bedroom needs some attention no one could stay in it because of all the bugs coming in thur the windows. No Screens on any of the windows so bugs where coming thur the cracks! Pool sticks need new tips, and air hockey don’t work…James the maintenance guy was phenomenal.
Shirley C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Taryn C.
24 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Expected more for the cost
I’d say overall I’d give 3.5 stars…the hot tub didn’t work and I let them know which they were very quick to respond but I never had the maintenance contact me or come out to address it. It was a nice space for the 15 of us and the kids def enjoyed the pool so I’m glad we had that however there isn’t a lot of outside seating- bring chairs if you come with a big group. I know there’s tons of woods around but the cobwebs on the patio and sawdust shavings clearly have not been addressed. There were a lot of bee nests as well however only one looked active. No one was stung. I was just surprised about how the exterior was maintained. As far as cleanliness, floors were clean and toilets but the couches and bedding is old and soiled, and unfortunately all of them. Minor things like shower curtain hooks being broken or toilet paper holders broken, even light bulbs being out. We made the most and it def could have been worse but the cost for our stay I expected better conditions.
This could be a 5 star property if properly maintianed. 7 night stay. Several short cummings.. Several lights out in the house. Outages was reported to maintenance contact "James". No one responded out to replace bulbs. Pool area is dark not safe with lighting. Overhead pool lights are very dim. Underwater pool light was nonfunctining. Liner is falling down from top support rails. Smoke detector missing battery. Poorly cleaned living areas. Socks ,dead bugs. Cigarett butts found behind dressers. Basboards dirty, deer head on wall not dusted. Intiaky inspetion of cookware, 1/3 of items cored with greasse, not clean. Silly string and other colored debris on ground outside. Hot tub half jets non functioning. Roof leaks when heavy down pour in one bedroom and down rock decorated greatroom tv wall. Blood stained pillows found. Pictures of everything wad taking and sent maintenence contact.IF These issues where not there it would be a fabulous stay. For the price charged, the cleaning personnel need to be replaced with companent company to do the propper cleaning for this property. Besides this, we made the best of everything at hand. If i would get a guarantee that these issues would never happen again at this property i would rebook. But beware cleanliness and upkeep is an issue right now. Beautiful views from front deck!
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback—we truly appreciate the opportunity to improve.
We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. Our team works hard to maintain high standards across all our cabins, and while we strive for perfection, we know that sometimes things can go wrong. That’s why we include a request in our check-in instructions: if anything feels off upon arrival, please contact our office within a couple of hours so we can make it right.
In your case, the maintenance technician you reached out to was unfortunately dealing with a medical emergency and didn’t notify our office of the issues. Because we weren’t made aware until after your departure, we missed the chance to assist you during your stay. Once we received your report, we promptly replaced the light bulbs with brighter ones, repaired the underwater pool light and hot tub jets, and addressed all other concerns.
Had we known sooner, we would have gladly sent another technician to resolve the issues, including replacing the smoke alarm battery and refreshing any linens. Our cabins are professionally cleaned, and while deep cleaning tasks like moving furniture or dusting high wall décor are scheduled periodically, we’re always happy to send a crew for additional cleaning if requested.
Regarding the pool liner, the small tear (about 4 inches) was already scheduled for professional repair after your stay and should not have affected pool use. As for the roof, a recent storm had caused damage that was temporarily patched, but unfortunately, it came loose again during another rain. We’ve since completed a full repair.
We’re glad you were still able to enjoy the stunning views from the deck and make the most of your time. This cabin holds a special place in our hearts—I’ve stood on that porch myself, listening to the birds and the river, thinking it was the perfect escape.
We’ve addressed all the concerns you raised and would love the opportunity to welcome you back. Your next stay will reflect the care and attention we’re known for, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide the relaxing, memorable experience you deserve.
We had two families with young kids enjoy this property in August 2023. The pool was a big reason why we booked the property and it did not disappoint. The game room and theater room also got a lot of use. We did have to buy our own ROKU player to get the theater room to work properly , so be aware of that. We also cooked most of our meals at the house and there is not much cookware. Bring foil pans and other kitchen accessories if you plan to cook on-site. The house is spacious and has plenty of towels and laundry onsite. The WIFi was very handy and the scenery is incredible. Our families enjoyed fishing and creek stomping in the small waterway at the front of the property. Bring your own firewood if you plan to use the fire pit as it is hard to find anything around the woodsy areas. We roasted s’mores one night and did tie dye on the gravel patio. Our youNg boys loved catching lizards and loved seeing other creatures like butterflies, moths, frogs and more. The house does have a bit of a bug problem, but it is totally manageable and you expect it when you are staying in remote areas. We never did see bears, so that was slightly disappointing hearing how prevalent they are in the area. We went into Pigeon Forge one day and it was about a 35 min ride via interstates and about 40-45 min home on back mountain roads.
Ashley W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Lynn Anne M.
11 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Disappointed
Hot tub didn't work. Pool had lining drooping down and was not clean. TV in my room didn't work. House is beautiful, but needs alot of work and could use a good cleaning. Roof leaked in 2 spots. They did refund us 1 night, as compensation.
Private, quiet and large home. All 5 bedrooms each had a private bathroom!! Pool, game and theater room were great for the kids. Had an issue with the projector when we got there but support answered us right away. Would visit again.
About 30 minutes from Gatlinburg, quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Check in process was easy. Home had a lot of amenities provided that you usually run out of, but there were plenty for us for whole week. Nice fire pit and grill area we used every night. Kitchen was fully stocked with dishes but cookware was slightly lacking. Everything was clean, but there were a ton of dead bugs everywhere, thankfully there was a vacuum provided. Pool seemed updated, but seemed to need more chemicals and no maintenance was done on the pool while we were there. (I am use to scheduled maintenance from previous stays elsewhere) Hot tub worked well and kept heat but also needed chemicals and fresh water. Theater room didnt work and when we called they said there was a chip that needed to be replaced but it takes 6 weeks to get. Overall we had a great trip. We loved the location and size.
Great place for a getaway! We loved the location it was far enough from Gatlinburg to enjoy scenery but close enough to drive into Gatlinburg and enjoy the day out there. Beautiful cabin very spacious and accommodating. Had everything we needed to enjoy a snowed in weekend. Love the lil river that flows through makes front porch sitting so peaceful! Definitely would recommend staying here!
The location and views from this cabin are amazing. But it’s all downhill from there. The pool heating elements were not working, and after a call in which we were promised they would be replaced so we could use the pool, it was never done. The hot tub malfunctioned and had to be reset by maintenance. The cabin was very unclean. We had to vacuum, mop and sweep just to make it presentable. One set of sheets had dried snot on them when the covers were rolled back. Dead bugs everywhere. The roof leaked both days that it rained. Gated entrance was nice, but there was construction going on on another part of the property and the construction crew left the gate open and allows our dogs to escape. Lots of small things wrong but could be corrected. Would consider staying again, but only if everything is working.
Matt and Beth D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2022
Thank you for your review. That cabin is in the middle of a renovation including the pool. We hope you enjoyed your time in town and we look forward to hearing from you again.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Graham S.
29 Dec 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
What you see is sadly NOT what you get
We booked this property for a Christmas getaway with family and friends back in May. Prior to us going I noticed a couple reviews that were concerning and reached out to the property manager. My concerns were addressed and I was assured everything would be taken care of prior to our arrival. Well, it wasn’t. We really wanted to absolutely love this place. It has a ton of potential and for what we paid for our 1 week nearly everything could have been made perfect. So the list of issues: The pool is listed as heated. Heated to us and to normal people means 80 at least. I checked the temp multiple times and it barely was 71. Incidentally this was another persons complaint that I asked about and was told a new heater was installed. Lie. The hot tub was way out dated and cold and dirty when we arrived. I did crank the heat up and it was usable the next day but still dirty. I would have cleaned had I had a vacuum. The cover is tattered and tub just looks very dated. Pool table was disappointing. Not level, felt shot, bumpers completely shot in one end, balls fell thru pockets constantly, cues terrible, no chalk, (I bought some at Walmart and left it behind). Listen I’m not a great pool player and neither are the teens and adults that came with us but it almost wasn’t even worth playing. That’s how bad it is. Air hockey was functional but just needed new pucks easy fix but Walmart did not have those so we just didn’t play. Cleanliness. The bathrooms and kitchen had obviously been cleaned and were pretty good. However, nearly every other horizontal surface had enough dust to write you name in it. Window sills were covered with dead bugs and dust. Lady Bugs were everywhere. Doesn’t bother me but my daughters freaked out every morning when they were in their bedroom all over the place. Also, sounds silly, but lightbulbs didn’t match in ceiling fixtures and in lights that you use a lot. Just gives the impression they don’t care about us or the property. Most of this stuff could easily be repaired or corrected and then this place would be fantastic. The area is nice and from the outside it looks great. Just really fell short on the amenities that were advertised and what we feel we paid for but didn’t get. I can’t recommend this property unless the above items were addressed and if you are renting soon I would want proof these items were addressed prior to booking.
Graham S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2022
We are sorry to hear you didn't enjoy the cabin. The owner has been working hard to remodel that pool. The pool was just sanded down to a smoother surface ready for a liner, which is probably where some of that dust is coming from. They sanded concrete and it is still settling. The pool table is scheduled to be refelted this month. The ladybugs like to come out in the warm weather. Unfortunately, it is illegal to kill them here. We could have provided pucks and chalk, no problem. As you can imagine, property management is an ongoing project. Many of our guests love that cabin and are repeat visitors. We wish you would have called us while you were here to see what we could do. We hope you will reconsider staying with us.
Pricey, Outdated, Not well-maintained or Clean, Not Impressed
It was ok but not close to as expected or described for the cost paid. It is far outside from any activity and winding roads to get anywhere. The day we arrived and closed the door the keyless entry cover fell off, batteries appeared corroded. The alarm system was not well explained and the so-called cleaning people were still there when we arrived with a dog in the house. The shelves in the fridge were missing or support broken/taped.
There was little privacy, all during the stay there was construction crews in and on the property, there was a small shack that always had a vehicle there, and a guy wandering around at various times throughout the day and week cutting various trees, he too has a black dog on the property. The limbs cut all along the driveway were not swept up or out of the way and quite frankly creeped my children out.
The cleanliness overall was poor, especially for the money they charge. I’m certain it was cleaner when we left, I cleaned anything we intended to use before using it. Dust all over furniture, floors and rugs dirty, dead bugs in master bedroom ceiling fan light fixture, theater room had trash under seats and a funky smell, tubs not cleaned well, several dirty dishes, latches on windows and doors not secure and hose through the pool window, very unsecured and unsettling every night, someone could easily break in. Dingy feel and look, not well lit in some rooms. The cookware was not matched with lids, all random and not full functional for a place to feed 24 people.
With the open foyer and game room all noises echoed and with pool on main floor too you could hear it all. No quite unless you were well outside or sleeping. Pool area wasn’t well maintained and hot tub is outdated, mold, nothing worked for lights or jets and always ran, cover was old.
Furniture was very worn, holes in seats didn’t look like the couch had ever been cleaned, could see where others had large dogs, scratches all over doors , furniture and chewed up furniture corners. I placed my own blankets on the furniture to sit.
The driveway was very steep and the concrete at the bottom is like a ramp, no gradual slope. Parking is poor and steep as well with virtually no room to turn around.
Didn’t have to risk getting Covid by being in public in this fantastic cabin and we needed a vacation great cabin plenty of room for all of us to be together or have private time enjoyed pool game room and fire pit and we will be back highly recommend couldn’t ask for better people to rent from