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Airbnbs in the Great Smoky Mountains
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of my favorite destinations in the Southeast U.S. This is the most visited national park in the United States, and once you visit, it’s easy to see why. I highly recommend visiting The Smokies as part of a Blue Ridge Mountains Road Trip. So I’ve rounded up the top Airbnbs in the Great Smoky Mountains.
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There are many hotels near the park, but these unique, nature-oriented Airbnbs will let you explore and experience The Smokies like a local.
Here are the coolest Airbnbs in the Great Smoky Mountains!
Treehouse Grove
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
4 guests2 bedrooms2 beds1 bath
Treehouses and national parks are the perfect pair! You’ll feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere, but you’re only a short drive to Gatlinburg. Plus, the Sugarlands park entrance is close by, which is the gateway to many of The Smokies’ most iconic hikes and drives.
Glamping Dome
Sevierville, Tennessee
2 guests1 bedroom1 bed1 bath
Glamping is one of my favorite ways to experience national parks. You’ve got the luxurious dome to sleep in and the rustic porch, bathhouse, and firepit for more traditional camping. The property also has a barn apartment, tiny house, and another dome if you want to stay here with a group of friends or family.
Studio Barn
Sevierville, Tennessee
7 guests · 4 beds · 1 bath
This chalet-inspired studio barn has vaulted ceilings, a private creek, and a sauna. You’ll be just 11 miles from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, seven miles to Pigeon Forge, and 12 miles to the Foothills Parkway (one of my favorite scenic drives).
Room For Your Whole Crew
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
24 guests bedrooms12 beds baths
You can bring your whole crew to this luxury chalet. There’s an indoor pool, game room, hot tub, theater room, gas grill, and outdoor seating. Plus, you’ll be conveniently located to all of the area’s main attractions.
Lakefront Home
Robbinsville, North Carolina
12 guests bedrooms beds baths, 2 half baths
What could be better than a mountain getaway? A mountain getaway that’s also on a lake! This tranquil property has kayaks, a dock, and the lake is open to boating and fishing. Plus, you’re just a short drive from the national park, the Nantahala River, and the Fontana Dam.
Cabin With A View
Sevierville, Tennessee
16 guests8 bedrooms11 beds7 baths
This is the ultimate destination for a family gathering or friends’ getaway. The house has two hot tubs, foosball, air hockey, an arcade game, a pool table, a year-round swimming pool, a grill, and three decks with 180 degrees mountain and valley views. Plus, you’ll feel secluded, but this house is actually only about a five-minute drive from Pigeon Forge.
Log Home
Whittier, North Carolina
4 guests bedrooms beds baths
What trip to The Smokies could be more authentic than staying in an old-world, charming log cabin? This home is located on 30 acres of secluded wooded hillside, and you’ll never want to leave the porch swings and their view of a gorgeous valley.
Secluded With Views
Sevierville, Tennessee
6 guests2 bedrooms3 beds2 baths
This home has it all – two wrap-around decks, retro arcade games, a hot tub, three TVs, cathedral ceilings on the upper and lower level, two fireplaces, an air hockey table, and a waterfall next to the patio. And you can’t beat the views here!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains?
The average nightly rate of a cabin near the Great Smoky Mountains is around $230 per night. Vacation home rental prices are highest during the summer and October (when the foliage peaks), and the lowest vacation home rentals prices are in the winter.Do the Smoky Mountains have cabins?
Yes, there are many vacation home rentals near the Great Smoky Mountains on the Tennessee and North Carolina sides of the park. Vacation home rentals on the North Carolina side are usually cheaper than ones on the Tennessee side.
What is the best time of year to go to the Smoky Mountains?
There isn’t a bad time to visit the Great Smoky Mountains. June, July, and August are the busiest months of the year. You’ll want to reserve tours, guides, cabins, hotels, and campgrounds up to a year in advance. Day temperatures are in the high 80s and low 90s, and evening temperatures are more comfortable in the 60s and 70s. The humidity is less in the mountains, but haze and afternoon thunderstorms are common.
During these months, you’ll want to start your day as early as possible when visiting the park’s most popular trails and scenic drives to beat some of the crowds.
September – November is the second most popular season because of the foliage change. You’ll still need to book accommodation and tours well in advance on weekends during these months. The foliage change usually starts mid to late September, peaks in October, and the leaves fall throughout November. Day temperatures will be in the 70s, and nights will be in the 50s. By November, temperatures can begin dropping to near freezing, and snow is possible in the higher elevations.
December – February has relatively moderate Winter temperatures with daytime highs in the 50s and below freezing at night. Lodging rates are at their lowest during this season (except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s), but some attractions, tours, visitor centers, and campgrounds close during the winter. And some roads and trails can experience snow closures.
March – May is a beautiful time to visit the Smokies, though Spring Break weeks in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg can be jam-packed with people. The weather will still be chilly and unpredictable in March, but April and May bring warmer temperatures and amazing wildflower, redbud, and dogwood blooms. These months are some of the wettest for the park, so always have rain gear with you. This is the shoulder season, so accommodation prices will be lower, but weekend tours and lodging can still fill up, so book ahead of time.
Is it cheaper to stay in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge?
Hotel and vacation home rentals are usually cheaper in Pigeon Forge than in Gatlinburg.
Is it better to stay in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge?
Both of these towns are great “homes bases” for exploring the Smokies because they both have lots of restaurants, hotels, vacation homes, and activities. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are also both about the same distance from a park entrance.
Gatlinburg is smaller and more compact because it’s in a valley. Because of this, it can seem more crowded.
Pigeon Forge is larger and more spread out, which means that (unlike Gatlinburg) you can’t walk around town; you need a car, or you can ride the trolley.
How much does it cost to go to the Smoky Mountains?
The Great Smoky Mountains is one of the few national parks that don’t charge entrance fees. But some trailheads and parking lots require day fees during peak travel dates, so always check the national park website for any reservation or fee requirments.
How many days do you need in the Smoky Mountains?
Give yourself at least 3-4 days to explore the Great Smoky Mountains. This will give you plenty of time to do several hikes, drive some of the scenic drives, and explore Gatlinburg and/or Pigeon Forge.
How far is Dollywood from the Smoky Mountains?
Dollywood is in Pigeon Forge, about 25 miles from a park entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains.
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Emily Hines
These all look so cute! Saving for later 🙂
Lucy On Locale
I hope it’s not too long before you can stay at one of these!
Komal Singh
I live super close to the Smokey Mountains that I need to plan a trip there!
Lucy On Locale
This is the perfect time of year to visit the Smokies!