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Highland Koselig Lodge

Family-friendly cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Waldens Creek
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Next To Heaven
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Walker Sisters Place
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Highland Koselig Lodge

5 bedrooms Elevator to all 3 floors handicap accessible shower main floor master suite separate bath with tub/shower combo free W-Fi wood burning fireplace Hot Tub Pool Table /Ping Pong whole house generator comes on automatically when power fails n nA Generac whole-house generator keeps the cabin running when the local power is out. It is all automatic so no need to do anything. Highland Koselig Lodge is on top of a Smoky Mountain ridge with an amazing view! Elevator to all 3 floor 3 enclosed king bedrooms 1 bunk room with a curtain 1 double bed in a nook with curtain 2 futons in the loft with linens in the closet a queen sleeper sofa (linens close) in the lower-level game room with Pool Table/Ping Pong HOT TUB corn hole and Foosball at this level. In the gated community of Shagbark off Wears Valley Road. Four bathrooms 3 with walk-in showers main floor master bath handicap assessable. nThere is a well-equipped kitchen. You will find both Keurig and Mr. Coffee style coffee pots some k-cup pods in different flavors creamer pods sugar and sweetener packets also some snacks to start your stay. There is a basket of beach towels for the hot tub hand pump soap at each sink small soap packages paper towels. 2 new toilet paper in each bathroom dish soap and dishwasher pods. nShagbark is a 1300 acre animal sanctuary resort with forests creeks and mountain views in the Smoky Mountains. Enjoy the Community swimming pool Memorial Day to Labor Day tennis court Basketball goal Pickel Ball by the pool and frisbee golf cornhole game playground and creek with minnows and crayfish in a meadow area between the Security gate and Community Center. Shagbark is an animal sanctuary where you might see bears wild turkey possums and racoons only minutes from Gatlinburg the Smoky Mountain National Park or Pigeon Forge. This cabin is in a very private setting - a Smoky Mountain High.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Dollywood and Ober Mountain. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Waldens Creek - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Next To Heaven - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Walker Sisters Place - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Metcalf Bottoms - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster - 16 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Jasper Beer Garden - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Hustle Pizzeria - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Boss Hogg's BBQ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Koselig Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Highland Koselig Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Highland Koselig Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Koselig Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highland Koselig Lodge located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Waldens Creek, Goats on the Roof and Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster. The Track and Lumberjack Feud are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patsy D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space -So much room!Everything you could need is there and working properly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo R.

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

Nice views and the cabin is amazing

Definitely is a good experience 10/10we love everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful cabin located high with a beautiful scenic view. The layout of this home is fun and convenient; I’d say it works better for only the immediate family, but there is plenty of beds and space for other invitees.The second floor has a nice equipped kitchen with sliding doors in living room that takes you to the big deck where we sat down, relaxed, and enjoyed the beautiful view plenty of times.There’s also a game room on the first floor that we enjoyed. The road up to the cabin is the most fun. It could be nerving for some because it is very moderate, but if you like a little adrenaline, it’s perfect. A little treat on the way up was the spotting of a momma bear and some cubs. Overall, it was a wonderful cabin, we absolutely enjoyed our stay, and had a great helpful host. Absolutely recommend this experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa J H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful. Pleanty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The elevator was great for taking luggage to the 3rd floor. The kitchen, living room and dining room were huge and provided lots of items to make it feel like home. We did not see any bears but were blessed with a glimps of a large cat on the road below. I would like to note that even though we did finally master getting in an out of the drive way by day 3, if your vehicle is not in good shape, or extremely large this may be a difficult climb and decent. I was able to leave my car in the guest parking at the bottom. The veiw is definitely worth the drive and the host provided driving instructions that were easy to follow.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

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

Beautiful Home

The house is awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Family time

Gorgeous cabin well keep
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONALD W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Tricky path

Cabin was very nice but driveway was a nightmare
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Group Birthdays

The property is fabulous. The views breathtaking. The main living room and common areas are very accommodating and spacious. Would recommend this property for a great mountain vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci A.

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

Gorgeous views, handicap accessible

This lodge is absolutely stunning, everything you dream of when traveling to the Smokey Mountains. My oldest child is special needs and this lodge had all the commodities to support her. relaxing and fun vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya V.

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

Quick Family trip

Great place. Clean. Definitely off the beaten path.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah B.

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

Absolutely beautiful

Property was spectacular. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Wonderful property

The property is as described. The lodge was clean and spacious. The view is beautiful. The elevator was a bonus especially when bringing in luggage and groceries. I stayed with my husband and 2 teens (19 & 17). They all enjoyed the property. The kids enjoyed having their own rooms and bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

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

Family trip

It was just right for our large family view was spectacular and house beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Breathtaking view!

We loved the cabin and the view. Our whole crew was overjoyed with the entire experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora S.

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

Vacation

We found the house to be great Just a couple of little things The downstairs door was very hard to lock from the insideAnd there were alot of what we call stink bugs in the house it was very annoying to find them in sinks and bathtub:Other than that ir was a great stay. Thanks debbie
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin J.

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

Beautiful views!

Hands down the best cabin we have ever stayed at in Gatlinburg! We loved our visit and hope to return! You can not get better Mountain Views than the ones this cabin provides!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Amazing View

We have been coming to this area for years. This is the best view you will find. Friendly hosts. Super cabin. We will be ba k
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Family Mountain Getaway

Our family group of 12 (grandparents to age 2) was comfortably accommodated in this beautiful, spacious cabin. The only downside is an initially very intimidating drive to access the property but we made the adjustment! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

VALERIE ANN V.

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

Great views

The house was very nice and clean. Plenty of room for all of us. Great weather while we were there. Easy to go to nearby towns for activities. Kids disappointed we didn’t see a bear but saw other animals. The drive up mountain was harrowing the first time. Just needed to go slow and a front seat person to navigate was great. And some of the best times were using the resort tennis court. Definitely worth going back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Very Private

The cabin was amazing, when it said a sanctuary for wildlife, they meant. We saw a bobcat and a cub that hung around for a little while… we all stayed on the balcony while it was on the ground… some of the family members left to do some sightseeing while the others stayed back at the cabin and my niece sent me pictures of the cub climbing upon the balcony and wondering around and looking inside, so when we got back to the cabin it was gone but we did see it up the road while we were making our way back to the cabin…. There was no mama bear.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA S.

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

Steep u-turn driveway and slow drive up the mountain!

This house was beautiful and exactly as described. The bedrooms are large and comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped for all of our meals. We had a wonderful time and it was perfect for the amount of people we had aging 8 mo to 63. The elevator was a huge benefit! We did see a momma bear with her 2 cubs and several wild turkey! There is a 12 minute drive on a curvy (mostly) one lane road to go the 2.5 miles to and from the gate. The driveway a steep u-turn that is very intimidating on the first try. Although it was everything we were looking for in a vacation home, we may not visit it again due to the location; we preferred to be home before dark for safety reasons and the teens were disappointed to miss out on some attractions. If the drive to and from wouldn't bother you, then I definetly recommend the house! Thank you for opening your home to our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheresa B.

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

Very secluded

Although the drive up to the property was a bit nerve-wracking, the quietness and views were amazing. The price and amenities were well worth it. Thanks for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane O.

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

Lots of room and spectacular views.

Great cabin for a large family or multiple couples. Plenty of sleeping spots and bathrooms which was great. Love the cabin/ lodge feel inside and the huge fireplace. Kids loved all the games and old vhs movies that were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited the area with two families of four and chose this cabin because of the number of beds and baths. It was exactly as described—clean, cozy, and equipped with everything we needed. The directions from the owner were clear, and GPS also brought us straight there with no issues. We brought two vehicles (a Traverse and a Trax), and both made it up the mountain with no trouble. On the way down, using a low gear was helpful, and while 4-wheel drive is a plus, it’s not required. The cabin sits high on the mountain—only a couple of cabins are above it—which makes for a stunning, breathtaking view.While we didn’t cook, the kitchen appeared to have everything needed to prepare a meal. The owner also stocked the cabin with a thoughtful variety of coffees, teas, and even some snacks, which was a nice touch.If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway without heading into town daily, this cabin is ideal. We left in the mornings and stayed out until evening since the drive is about 40 minutes to Dollywood and roughly an hour to Gatlinburg with traffic. The distance was well worth the tranquility.In the evenings, we enjoyed the hot tub, playing games at the dining table, and the teen boys especially loved the game room. On our very first morning, we even had a friendly bear visitor!This cabin offered the perfect mix of comfort, scenery, and family fun. We would absolutely recommend it for a true mountain escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Extended family get away

Great views! Quiet. Newer house loaded with amenities. Elevator helped with moving people and luggage :-)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Qualls

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The owner spent several years making this amazing cabin happen. He saved the log for the mantle and mounted bear for just this great room. With four children and many grandchildren the cabin is designed with space for families to spread out.

Why they chose this property

The view was the reason this Florida owner chose this site.

What makes this property unique

In the Shagbark Community which has 1300 acres of forest, creeks and overlooks. This cabin is very private on the upper ridge.

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