Cabin in Gatlinburg, TN

Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!

Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!

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The Redwood Retreat
Living Room
Living Room
Dining
Dining and Kitchen

Overview of Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

Check out the area

Gatlinburg, TN
  • Popular LocationGatlinburg Convention Center4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRipley's Aquarium of the Smokies11 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnakeesta11 min walk
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!

Experience Gatlinburg! The Redwood Retreat is a remodeled historic home in the heart of Gatlinburg.

Located a short 4 minute walk from the parkway, this well appointed 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom cabin sleeps 7 or more people and has a private hot tub. It is an easy walk on level ground to the Convention Center, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, The Space Needle, The Sky Bridge, and so much more. The Aquarium, Anakeesta and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are all about a 15 minute walk.

Enjoy a Private Theater with a 70' HDTV, true surround sound, Xbox One, Blue Ray DVD player, Charter Cable, and Netflix. Bring your favorite games and movies; the theatre will blow your mind. If you're a gamer you will love being able to use the sound clues coming through surround sound to navigate your games. This dedicated theater room has two walls covered in rich, sound attenuating satin curtains and you'll enjoy all your media from a reclining leather sofa.

From the Private Theatre, you can walk into the compact spa-like master bathroom with a huge 2 person heated, jetted tub that has 2 showerheads. The next door opens into the Master Bed Chamber which welcomes you with a king-size Kings Down mattress, piles of puffy pillows, and a clean, cozy comforter all piled into a sturdy, solid wood sleigh bed. Of course, there is a 40' flatscreen HDTV with cable, Netflix and a Blueray DVD player tucked into the corner.

The doors in this part of the house are arranged such that the Theatre, Master Bath and Master Bed Chamber can be isolated from the rest of the house to make a truly indulgent Master Suite. With this set-up, parents can enjoy their own retreat while the kids use the front Living Room room to watch movies. Alternatively, the Master Bathroom and Master Bed Chamber can be isolated so any guest can use the Private Theatre. If the kids are old enough, they can walk 4 minutes to the arcades and Lazer Tag arena at the Space Needle and Ripley's Believe it or Not while parents unwind in the Master Suite.

As you exit the Master Bed Chamber you can turn right into the Bunk Room where there are 4 wonderfully comfortable, memory foam mattresses; two full size and three twin size. Here too, there are piles of pillows for everyone and a 40' flatscreen HDTV with cable, Netflix and a Blueray DVD player. If you happen to have an extra guest there is a spare mattress in the trundle under one of the bunk beds.

Across the hall from the Bunk Room is the fully renovated main bathroom. From the hall, you will also see the fresh and fun kitchen with beautifully refinished original cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a huge dining room table that can seat 6-8 people. The kitchen is appointed with a standard 12 cup coffee maker, an electric kettle, 12 sets of dinnerware (1 set includes: dinner plate, small plate, bowl cup, glass, spoon, fork, and knife), 8 wine glasses, 8 beer mugs, a stovetop cook set, basic bake-ware, casserole dishes, pizza pan, blender/food processor, mixer, toaster, large pitcher and general cooking utensils. The Kitchen has a door into the Theatre room, and adjacent to the kitchen are the washer and dryer and a space big enough to set up a queen air-bed if you are coming with a lot of guests (we don't supply any air beds).

The last door out of the hallway brings you to the first room in the house; the luxurious living room. Here you will find an original stone hearth outfitted with a gas fireplace, a 42' flat-screen TV with true surround sound, and huge leather sectional with 3 recliners in it. What may strike you most is what you see out the front window; the space needle, the Sky Park, and the mountain the Sky Park sky lift climbs. From here you really begin to understand just how close you are to all that makes Gatlinburg one of the most popular destinations in the United States. It's all just 5 minutes away, but from inside one of Gatlinburg's original homes, you still feel secluded in this quiet neighborhood.

Outside you'll enjoy the large hot tub with an easy-to-use cover lifter and a patio with a charcoal barbecue, two tables, and seating for 8. With the location of the Redwood Retreat, we are sure you will really appreciate having private, off-street parking for 3-4 cars. There are paid parking lots further from downtown than this! The gently sloping ramp going to and from your car means the only time you'll have to lift your rolling bag is to get it out of the car. Your first adventure doesn't have to be getting your luggage into the cabin!

The hot tub is about 40 feet from the door, we chose this location for a couple of reasons. First, for the view toward Gatlinburg. Second, when it's firefly season, the fireflies in the trees behind the house and around the jacuzzi are magical. Finally, the ivy-covered stone walls of this hot tub alcove have a historic charm that we just can't get enough of. We arranged the hot tub cover lifter so that when it's open, the cover itself provides privacy from the neighbors to the south. Please bring a bathing suit as this hot tub is not isolated enough for nude bathing. The hot tub water is changed, the tub cleaned and new chemicals added after every guest.

Beneath the surface of this home are the systems that you should never have to think about: The new 2 stage heating and cooling system with brand new ductwork and state of the art air filtration will quietly keep your air clean and comfortable. Meanwhile, the top of the line tankless water heater provides unlimited hot water; meaning every-body can take showers at the same time and all guests can cleanup without the last few having to suffer through a chilly shower. Please note this is not an 'instant' water heater; the hot water still has to travel through lengths of pipe to get to your faucet, so it can take 30 seconds to a minute to flow hot. Each bathroom has a ventilation fan that will automatically turn on when the humidity increases and an auxiliary heater so you can stay toasty warm after your shower.

Historic Charm: This home was built in 1934, throughout its life it has been a private home, an overnight rental, and a long-term rental home. At one point the head of Gatlinburg's Garden club lived here, we suspect she planted the tree you will see about a foot outside the front window. Originally there were a number of homes just like this one in this neighborhood. Most were demolished but one was so well-loved that it was detached from its foundation, loaded on a truck, and taken to the owners' larger property in Sevierville. This one has survived. Its former owner kept it well maintained so when we bought it we were able to live in it as our primary home for a year.

During that year, we learned what we loved and what we wanted to change; though the home was well maintained it was also very outdated with a lot of accumulated wear and tear. After walking downtown for coffee, food, and entertainment almost every day for a year, we decided that this home was something we needed to share with others who love the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg. We bought another historic home in Sevier County, made it t livable, and moved in. Then the work on the Redwood Retreat work began. Months and many dollars later it was finally ready for your arrival. We did our best to maintain the historical charm of this cottage while making it a luxury getaway fit for discerning travelers.

Getting back to the Tree:
It took me months to figure out what kind of tree this is because it's not a common tree of the Smoky Mountains. It is a Coastal Redwood. It is the same tree that has huge parks dedicated to it in California. It just so happens that the Smoky Mountains, with their high humidity and frequently misty conditions, provide a great climate for the Coastal Redwood. Needless to say, we think the tree is just wonderful. It will eventually encroach upon the house, and that is just fine as there are plenty of techniques that we can use in the future to maintain the house alongside the tree; for now, we just want you to be able to enjoy the 'Redwood Retreat' tucked beneath its boughs.

Property manager

Rebecca
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Gas fireplace at floor level - keep children away.

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum charge for evidence of smoking is $400.00.
Guests are required to sign the Rental Agreement to keep this reservation.
At least one day prior to arrival a $150.00 security deposit hold will be placed on the card used to create this reservation.
Lock code and access instructions will be sent directly to the e-mail address used to create this reservation

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at SkyPark and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 4 min walk
  • SkyPark - 6 min walk
  • Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery - 7 min walk
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 11 min walk
  • Anakeesta - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - 5 min walk
  • Subway - 9 min walk
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - 5 min walk
  • Mellow Mushroom - 7 min walk
  • Tennessee Cider Company - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Everything - Cabin with Private Hot Tub - NOT A CONDO!! located?

Situated in Gatlinburg, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Gatlinburg Ziplines and Gatlinburg Convention Center. SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tiffany h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
girls getaway clogging trip
This cabin was cute and had just enough space for the 6 of us. We loved the single bunk options, allowing 4 adults to have our own beds, and the den was a great space for us to hang out together in the evenings. The fireplace was a nice touch, as it was rainy and cold outside half of our trip! The walk to the Convention Center was super easy and close. Will definitely stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay for event at the Convention Center. Walked everywhere!!! No public parking!!!! The house looks small from the outside, but spacious inside and exceptionally clean and well equipped!!! Almost hate to post because I will want this place for future stays and don’t want it to overbook!!!! It is a real find for a family needing more than 2 beds and a bathroom!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The entire stay was great. The cleanliness, the atmosphere, everything was walking distance. Just being able to sit on the back Porch and enjoy the evening
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and nice family home
We enjoyed our stay. Property owner was accommodating and easily reached.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Redwood retreat
This place is awesome! Clean close to town and we are definitely coming back! I’ve been coming to gatlinburg for 47 years and can’t believe I’m just finding this place! Definitely on the favorites list !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca

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The seller of this home 'interviewed' several potential buyers before sitting down with your innkeeper, Rebecca.

The previous owner believed that the home, the Coastal Redwood tree growing in the front yard and historic charm should be appreciated and preserved. He finally found a resonating spirit in Rebecca who purchased in 2013.

Rebecca lived in the home for one year, making notes, drawing designs and formulating her plan. For her the important things were comfort, cleanliness, fun and the details, as well as keeping true to the historical values of an original and historic Gatlinburg home.

In 2014 the plan was finished and the work began. For comfort, the central heat and air system was replaced with a new high efficiency gas furnace. She had a new tank-less hot water system installed so her guests would never run out of hot water. New plumbing fixtures, new lighting and updated electrical, hardwired fire alarms, a gas fireplace and handicap accessible ramp were all important comfort features and were all completed in early 2015.

For cleanliness every surface in the home would be refinished. All of the walls and ceilings as well as the moldings and trims would be cleaned, sanded and refinished with a safe and non toxic period correct amber Shellac. This kept the distressed historic charm of the old growth pine panels as they were originally intended.

The floors throughout the whole house were removed and new flooring was installed. The flooring is non slip, no V.O.C. (volatile organic compounds) luxury vinyl wood tile.

Every effort was taken to select Micro-ban products; for a cleanliness you feel the moment you walk in.

On a playful and romantic note, she managed to fit a huge two-person Jacuzzi with two shower heads into a cozy master bathroom. She designed a dedicated home theater room, made the front porch ramp a place to converse and view the city below.

Now finished, all that is left is to share her dream with you

Why they chose this property

The location and charm of this historic Gatlinburg home just captured me. When I bought it, it was because I had to have it even though I wasn't sure what I would do with it. After living in it for a year, experiencing the beauty and excitement of Gatlinburg and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, I decided it had to be shared. After a few months of remodeling and updating, our first guest got to experience all this home has to offer.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION-LOCATION-LOCATION!! It can not be overstated that the location of this home its most unique amenity. Very few vacation rentals in Gatlinburg share this ideal situation. While the location of The Redwood Retreat tops the list of its unique benefits, a few others have been built in.

The theater room has a 72 inch TV with surround sound, Bluray, Netflix, and an Xbox One. The living room has a gas fireplace in the original stone hearth, a huge reclining leather sectional, a TV with surround sound, cable, Netflix, and a Bluray player. The cozy master has a super comfy Kings Down mattress and the master bath has a 2 person whirlpool tub. The second bedroom has two sets of double-on-bottom bunk beds. Both rooms have TVs. Of course, there is a fully appointed kitchen and dining room. There is high-speed Wi-Fi throughout and endless hot water. Outside there is a patio with a large 7 person hot tub, charcoal grill, and an outdoor dining area with seating for 8. Parking is even easy; four full-size cars can fit in the driveway; though it’s a bit tight.

Languages:

English

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