STOP! LOOK NO FURTHER! This cabin has it all!
* This is an owner-operated Lodge. You communicate directly with the owners. We have intimate knowledge of the cabin, the community, the area, and their attractions.

Mountain Pause Retreat is a well-kept 4,644 sf of bright, spacious and serene 8-bed 6-bath Cabin that sleeps up to 24. Just a short easy drive to/from Pigeon Forge on newly paved roads. There is plenty parking for numerous cars, church vans and passenger buses. NO RVs sorry.

Our log cabin offers spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains National Park, Cove Mountain, Mt. LeConte, and many more Smoky Mountain peaks from all 4 Decks !

Mountain Pause Retreat is your ideal gathering place for family reunions, friends or corporate team retreats, business meetings, church groups, wedding parties, or simply a relaxing get-away. Take in the breathtaking views from the 4 spacious decks while relaxing in one of the many rocking chairs, or from the panoramic windows throughout the cabin.

Enjoy the home theater, or simply relax in the hot tub. The cabin offers plenty of entertainment like air hockey table, pool table, foosball table, 60-game Arcade, book library, DVDs, newly upgraded HDTVs, board games and plenty of space to spread out.

Surrounded by soothing Smoky Mountain views the 8 private spacious bedrooms offer privacy for you and your guests. Take some time to unwind, pause, and enjoy your retreat.

The cabin is located in the heart of The Preserve Resort. You and your guests can enjoy all the amenities this community has to offer, like the open Pavilion with awesome views, wood burning fireplace with rocking chairs, sauna, steam room, well-equipped workout gym, a beautiful chapel (for rent by a third party) and a stunning swimming pool w/Jacuzzi with breathtaking views (seasonal). All just steps away from the cabin.

The cabin is located just a few miles from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Lake Douglas and just a few minutes to the entrance of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

You can enjoy an 11-mile drive through Cades Cove spectacular loop for wild-life watching, visit historic cabins and churches along the way, find lots of hiking trails (options to arrange National Park Ranger guided hikes) or simply relax being outdoors.
Within minutes you can go trout fishing in the middle of the wilderness or reach a wide variety of restaurants, shops, and all the fun attractions the area has to offer.

Easy to reach from:
The main Parkway, McGhee Tyson Airport TYS Knoxville TN (using back road through Apple and Wears Valley to avoid traffic congestion) 27 Miles about 45 min.

Cabin Layout
Throughout the cabin, you will find no detail has been overlooked. Beautiful wooden interior is perfectly paired with custom décor.

Main Level
• Living Room
Relax in front of the fireplace on those cool Smoky Mountain evenings, or flip on the HDTV to stream your favorite game, show, or movie. The furniture includes a “bearly” sleeper sofa, couch and matching love seat and two sofa chairs. A great wall of panoramic windows showcases the gorgeous mountain views. The large deck offers rocking chairs and small wooden coffee tables along with the most stunning views from sunrise to sunset. Book library and board games.

• Kitchen
The well-equipped kitchen offers plenty of counter space for multiple chefs and ability to set up buffet-style meals. Lots of wooden cabinetry offers ample storage. Stainless steel appliances such as side by side refrigerator with ice and water dispenser, dishwasher, glass ceramic stove/oven and over-the-counter microwave. Small appliances such as Keurig single serve K Cup coffee maker, crock pots, mixer, toaster, Belgium waffle iron, blender, pop corn, rice cooker, food processor and 2x 12 cup filter coffee makers are standard. Plenty of bakeware, glassware, dishes, utensils, pots and pans will give you a jump start to unforgettable meals.

• Dining area
The open dining area offers a view you will not find at any downtown restaurant. Look out the panoramic windows over numerous rows of rolling hills of the National Park, Cove Mountain, Mt. LeConte and Clingmans Dome as you enjoy a homemade meal in the comfort of your own cabin. 2 large dining tables and kitchen counter stools offer plenty of seating for everyone to enjoy a family style meal together.

• 1 Master King Bedroom Suite
The spacious master suite features a king size log bed and has its own private bathroom

Upper Level
• 1 Master King Bedroom Suite
The spacious master suite features a king size log bed, a futon sleeper, its own private TV lounge and deck with rocking chairs to enjoy the views. It's spacious private bathroom features a Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower.

• Theater Room
The entertainment room features a 4KHD home-theater projector w/100" screen, Blu-Ray DVD player, DVDs selection, large comfortable sectional seating and a queen size sleeper sofa. Kids can throw down sleeping bags or blankets to watch a movie.

Lower Level
• Recreation room
Let the fun begin! The game room at Mountain Pause Retreat is loaded with games that both kids and adults will love. Full size pool table, air hockey and foosball table. 60-Game Arcade w/games like Pacman, Frogger, Donky Kong , 2 HDTV's in addition to several board games will keep the entire family and friends entertained. An additional refrigerator keeps your drinks cool. Sleeper sofa sleeps 2.
½ bathroom for the common area.
• 2 Queen bedroom suites with log beds share a Jack and Jill bathroom with shower/tub combination.

Lowest Level
• 2 King Bedroom Suites with log beds share a Jack and Jill full bathroom with shower/tub combination, walk in closets and deck.
• 2 Queen Bedroom Suites with log beds share a Jack and Jill full bathroom with shower/tub combination.

• Laundry Room
There is a large capacity washer and dryer set up for your convenience on this level.

• Separate deck with private Hot Tub with mountain views and seating.

Decks Overall
• Four levels of decks provide majestic mountain views while rocking away in the rocking chairs as you enjoy a cup of coffee to start the day or unwind from an outdoor adventure. There is plenty of seating on the decks.

• Two charcoal grills are located in front of the cabin. Fire them up to enjoy your favorite barbecue with view of the National Parks beautiful forest/ rolling hills and Mountains.

Property Amenity Details:
• 12 HDTVs, 1 large TV projector 100” screen and DVD players.
• All TVs Roku ready for streaming TV channels
• Theater Room, Air Hockey, Pool table, Foosball table, board games.
• Central Heat and Air, Electric Fireplace, fully well equipped Kitchen,
• Charcoal Grills, High Speed Internet, free WIFI and a home phone line.
•. Washer and Dryer, 1 Hot tub.
•. Van/Motor Coach Accessible
• Majestic Mountain Views.
• 100% Non-smoking cabin

Resort Amenities includes
• Swimming Pool, Hot Tub (seasonal use, memorial day to Labor day) with spectacular Mountain Views.
• Wedding Chapel (separate rental and by appointment )
• Outdoor Pavilion - 700 square feet with wood burning fireplace
• Indoor Meeting Space - 850 square feet (separate rental and by appointment )
• Well equipped Gym
• Sauna
• Steam Room

Important things to know
• Newly paved (August 2023) Sevier County maintained roads, plenty of level parking in front of the cabin with extra space across the street.

Pets
• The cabin is pet (dogs only) friendly, up to 2 dogs max for a one time pet fee. 1 dog $100, second dog $50 plus tax. We provide 1 large dog crate for your convenience. (Pets must be crated when unsupervised).

Local Attractions:
If you decide to venture outside the Resort there are literally too many area attractions to list. To help you get started, here are some suggestions you may want to check out:
o Smoky Mountains National Park
Take the short ride to the back entrances to the National Park, and you will be in the middle of an awesome wilderness with forest and creeks all around you. Enjoy different levels of hiking challenges, throw a line to catch some trout or simply sit, relax, and enjoy the views. There are picnic tables available throughout the park.

o The Island: The Island features restaurants, shops, kids’ rides, and entertainment. You can watch the show fountains, listen to live music, browse the many unique shops, or take a ride on the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel.

○ Tanger outlet Mall

o Newly opened Ripken Baseball Experience: The tradition of remarkable experiences continues with the brand new tournament destination in Pigeon Forge, TN. This $22.5 million facility features six lighted synthetic turf fields

o Dollywood: This theme park is known for its down-home charm. Owned by Dolly Parton, this 150-acre park has award winning shows and rides and attractions for everyone.

o Ripley’s Aquarium in the Smoky
This Gatlinburg Water Wonderland features a Penguin playhouse, Coral Reef, Stingray Bay, Touch a Ray Bay, Shark Lagoon, Discovery

o Dixie Stampede
Watch horse stunts, listen to toe-tapping music, and dine on a hearty Southern meal at Dolly Parton’s dinner show in downtown Pigeon Forge.

Thank you for visiting our listing. Feel free to ask any questions you might have.

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