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Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!

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A building with a stone facade and a sign reading "Fox Place".
A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a metal roof, adjacent to a parking area.
A single-story building with a gabled roof, a front door, and a small porch area.
A street view of a small town with a motel and a restaurant named Fox Place.
A street view of a town with a motel named 'Fox' and a building labeled '376 East Gatlinburg'.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Anakeesta
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Historic Ogle Log Cabin
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Play Room

1 Double Futon

Play Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!

The Fox Den is a 2 bedroom 2 bath Vintage Motel apartment. It was originally the owners house of the Fox Motel built in 1950s by our Grandparents that we have redone and converted to a nightly rental. An amazing location with less than a 1/4 mile walk to downtown Gatlinburg shops and restaurants with a Trolley stop in front of the building. Watch the Gatlinburg parades for Christmas and July 4th from the patio at the front of our plaza! The building was designed by Hubert Bebb (a student of Frank Lloyd Wright) and is one of the few remaining vintage motels in Gatlinburg. It has been remodeled for your comfort while keeping as much original as possible to give you the experience of 'Olde Gatlinburg Charm'. Decorated with a vintage/boho/eclectic theme, local arts and crafts, and rustic touches make this a unique rental. Fox (of Cherokee origin) was our Grandparent's last name and we've kept their legacy of hospitality intact by continuing to welcome guests to our place of happy memories!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2578381vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this holiday home is in the city centre. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Island at Pigeon Forge and Old Mill. Check out an event or a game at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, and consider making time for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Historic Ogle Log Cabin - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Anakeesta - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in a Vintage Gatlinburg Motel! Now Pet Friendly! located?

Located in the heart of Gatlinburg, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Anakeesta. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 160 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, quiet and a great location! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our visit, everything worked out great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monica g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest little house ever!! Plenty of space, very welcoming and comfortable. Perfect spot easy to get to everything Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have to offer. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my second time staying in this property, everything is great, just like the first time a few years ago. It is only a short walk to the downtown shopping district and restaurants. It is so spacious and the host is excellent at responding to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and most certainly won't be the last.Both times it was very quiet and peaceful and the place was nicely ready for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love how cozy thiis place is. Makes me feel like stay at grandma's house. They are great to work with also, and great location for downtown but doesn't feel like it. This is my second time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So pleased to have stayed at this cute place! We all had enough space to relax after long days. The kitchen was perfect for cooking as my family has special dietary needs and we can’t eat out easily. We’d definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christy M.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
was not as described.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2026
You cancelled the stay in April and did not stay! How dare leave this review, horrible!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just right for what we needed would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was lovely and clean, perfect spot for easy access to Gatlinberg easy walk to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this historical setting. Easy access to downtown Gatlinburg via walking or trolley. Perfect for our family of 5 plus dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Great central location, easy to access. Plenty of separate spaces
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great location, clean and convenient. Accommodations very nice and pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for us with adult children and a baby. The location is great on the parkway. Only 1 step to enter only a couple feet away from where you park. Scott was great at answering questions and keeping us updated. Will definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was absolutely cute and very clean. The host was respondsive and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a spontaneous weekend trip, and we are so glad we found this little Fox Den. It is extremely clean and just perfect -walking distance to the strip. Although it was within a motel, we were surprised at how peaceful it was. This cozy nook is set up with games as well, which we loved and everything except the groceries you'd need in the kitchen. We were able to cook a meal easily. We saved this as a favorite for future trips to Gatlinburg. Scott thanks for being a great host and communicator, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Scott! Super communication.Location and size of house, perfect for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cozy little cottage. It was clean & homey and quiet. Perfect for my husband, myself and our adult son. We would definitely book again when we vacation in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little historic property, conveniently located to everything! Walkability is key in Gatlinburg, and the facilities were great here. Easy check-in, consistent communication with the PM. Great value, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was walking distance to everything that downtown Gatlinburg had to offer but far enough away that it was still quiet and away from the hustle and bustle. We were able to bring the pups along for our outdoor hiking adventures which was another major plus! The house was a lot bigger than it looked from the outside and was super cozy and CLEAN. It had everything you needed if you planned on dining in including coffee pot and coffee. Such a neat place overall. I highly recommend a stay in this unconventional little house! I can't wait to book our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Great place for Dollywood

We used it for a place to stay to visit Dollywood. Its a short drive and a great area to walk and see the sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caren C.

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

Great stay!

Fox Place is a wonderful place to stay with walking distance for restaurants and attractions. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Great stay

Nice stay, comfortable, nice location, friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

Beautiful stay

We enjoyed our stay, it was also very close to town do we could walk. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie O.

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

Great location

It was a very great location, close to everything. It was perfect for what a family of 5 and a dog needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Scott Smith

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We (Robin, April, Scott and Rodney) are the grandchildren of Amos and Murrell Reagan Fox, the original owners of the Fox Motel. Our Grandmother Murrell Reagan Fox is a direct descendant of Martha Jane Huskey Ogle, the original founder of White Oak Flats (Gatlinburg). We inherited part of the property from our mothers (Kathy Daniels and Libby Smith) and purchased the remainder from our Aunt Frances Shambaugh. Frances is well known in Gatlinburg Craft Community for her weaving. We have so many wonderful memories of Gatlinburg and Fox Motel growing up and are so excited to be able to share this special property!

Why they chose this property

It was originally the owners house of the Fox Motel built in 1950s by our Grandparents that we have redone and converted to a nightly rental. The building was designed by Hubert Bebb (a student of Frank Lloyd Wright) and is one of the few remaining vintage motels in Gatlinburg. It has been remodeled for your comfort while keeping as much original as possible to give you the experience of 'Olde Gatlinburg Charm'. Decorated with a vintage/boho/eclectic theme, local arts and crafts, and rustic touches make this a unique rental. Fox (of Cherokee origin) was our Grandparent's last name and we've kept their legacy of hospitality intact by continuing to welcome guests to our place of happy memories!

What makes this property unique

An amazing location with less than a 1/4 mile walk to downtown Gatlinburg shops and restaurants with a Trolley stop in front of the building. Watch the Gatlinburg parades for Christmas and July 4th from the patio at the front of our plaza!

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