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About Amy Greener and Jen Monschke

Hi I'm Amy Greener and along with my husband Rick, we own and self-manage our 3 cabins in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, plus a few more for our neighbors. Our goal is to give you the best vacation rental experience ever. We hope to retire someday but for now, this is our family business and it keeps us busy!

Why Amy Greener and Jen Monschke chose Pigeon Forge

Lots of people ask us why we chose this area to buy a vacation rental, when there are so many beautiful properties in our home state of Michigan. Honestly, it boiled down to two big factors: money and weather. With three young children, we didn't have much money to work with. We were looking specifically for a modest, fixer-upper. And Michigan gets mighty cold after October, so we headed south for our cabin search. We stumbled across Swaying Pines and new immediately it had real potential. It was painted blue outside and sad looking inside, but with time and sweat equity it's become a favorite with guests. We love the Smokies, the history of the area and it's welcoming people. We've made many friends and acquaintances here over the years, and you can't help but feel that wonderful southern charm and hospitality wherever you go.

What makes this Cabin unique

Swaying Pines is a hidden gem...only 5 minutes from either Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. We especially enjoy the short drive to either town when it's really busy, like holidays. The 6 acre lake is privately owned so you don't need to buy a fishing license. It's so relaxing to take a walk around the corner to the lake and drop a line...or just make a loop around the lake for some exercise. The horseshoes are lots of fun, too. It has been a joy for us to gradually update and upgrade the cabin and hear comments from guests who remember it having a blue exterior, dial up internet or the old jacuzzi in the main bath. Humble beginnings, for sure :)