Entire cabin

1/2 mile to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

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Flat-screen TV, fireplace, stereo
Property grounds
Games room
Exterior
Combined shower/bathtub, jetted bath, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪82 min drive‬

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About the area

Gatlinburg

With a stay at this cabin in Gatlinburg, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Convention Center. .This cabin is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Gatlinburg Space Needle and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Gatlinburg SkyPark.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anakeesta - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1/2 mile to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

THE PERFECT GETAWAY - our cabin is nestled between downtown Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We are in a small development called Eagle Cove, and we're just a 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive to downtown. Unwind by sitting in the swing on the deck and listen to the creek running nearby, or relax in the hot tub.

Happy Little Cabin has it all! A perfect spot for a romantic getaway for two yet spacious enough for a family of four.

-- Our location is unbeatable! We are close to recreation, shopping, dining, and much more! You can walk to downtown, but it is a steep walk back up to the cabin and there is not a sidewalk. However, there isn't much traffic on our road.

Key Cabin Features:
- A full kitchen with blender, electric mixer, one cup coffee brewer as well as a regular coffee pot.
-Flat screen TVs, electric fireplace, patio seating, hot tub and porch swing on deck, indoor jacuzzi tub, excellent cell phone reception, and wireless internet access
- Paved parking at cabin

Bedroom/Bathroom Configuration:
-Master bedroom: King-sized bed with full bath connected

Additional Sleeping:
- A Queen-sized sleeper sofa in living room can accomodate 2 extra guests. There is a 1/2 bathroom nearby off of the gameroom. Sleeper sofa is more suitable for children.

Linens (bath towels, sheets, blankets, pillows) are provided but no daily maid service. If you want a beach type towel for the hot tub, please bring it. Bring your own coffee or K-cup compatible (2 starter cups provided).

We have a "park style" charcoal grill available for use (charcoal not provided).

Due to sometimes inclement weather in the winter, we recommend a front or four wheel drive vehicle or travel insurance.

LOCATION:
We are located right next door to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with quick access to all of the entertainment, fine eateries, and many other area attractions right at your fingertips.

You will be within walking distance to many activities including the Gatlinburg Tram that takes you on a scenic ride to the top of Ober Gatlinburg. Happy Little Cabin is perfectly nestled at the edge of town so you can also visit the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) or any of the local gift or craft shops close by.

Getting hungry? Happy Little Cabin is located just around the corner from the Park Grill, Calhoun's, Crocketts, and so many other restaurants, which are great for when you have worked up a hearty appetite from all of the day's activities! However, our kitchen is well equipped if you decide to stay in.

REPAIRS & SERVICE CALLS:
We take pride in maintaining our cabin & perform regular maintenance to keep everything in good working order. It is impossible, however, to guarantee that all appliances, hot tub, fireplaces, etc., will be in working order 100% of the time. We will, however, make every effort to correct any problem you encounter during your stay as soon as possible. Non-emergency maintenance issues will be handled during normal business hours. While we will attempt to correct all issues as quickly as possible, no refunds will be made for mechanical failures of hot tubs, appliances/electronics, or interruption/loss of utilities including TV, Wifi, etc. Authorized repairmen have the right to enter the property to accomplish needed repairs even if the service call was made prior to your arrival. Thanks in advance for your understanding.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $75 non-refundable fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Happy Little Cabin 1/2 mile to downtown Gatlinburg!

Reviews

1/2 mile to downtown Gatlinburg & the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jewlesz

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this super cute cabin. It was very spacious and the host were super accommodating. We even had a black bear hanging outside which was cool since we didn't see them often. There are 2 ways to walk to the main strip but both are up a hill. One of them you can walk on the backside of a hotel and get to a trolley stop. We didn't use the hot tub so can't talk about that. We had our dog with us and felt safe the whole time even walking at night. The bed and bath are upstairs. Not many cons but nit picky stuff is that the living room could use more comfortable seating, they could use higher quality paper towels and dish soap would be nice to have, the bed frame could be upgraded to something more sturdy and it needed a little more cleaning IMO (especially in the bathtub and dust build up on fans) but everyone has different standards there and for the most part the place was clean enough not to complain to the hosts. I really like that they allow dogs and the remote location. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzie F.

There was no hand soap. One small bar in downstairs half bath. The hot tub looks like it needs work so we didn't use it. Our dog is 15 yrs old and the steps were way to slick for him to go up and down. Wish there would have been more towels and bath rags . There was absolutely no view. Just the back side of a hotel. There was construction going on where we were staying so that was kinda loud and aggravating. So all in all... it wasn't my dream stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chad b., Shepherdsville

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was nice and in a great location. The host was great communicating with everything. The hot tub was very relaxing. I recommend this cabin and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great secluded spot
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a perfect stay at this property. The location couldn’t have been better—right on the edge of town, making it easy to quickly enter the national park for daily hikes, horseback riding, and even a cycling adventure at Cades Cove on Wednesday.The setting was ideal: quiet, peaceful, and with a beautiful view. At the same time, we were close enough to the city to walk into downtown several times, which was a nice bonus.The home itself was very clean and comfortable. We especially enjoyed relaxing on the deck and in the hot tub during the afternoons.Overall, this property offered the best of both worlds—easy access to nature and the park, while still being close to town. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nik Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an absolute perfect cabin for any couple or small family of 4 to stay in. Check-in was very easy. Upon first entry to the cabin me and my wife took a quick walk thru before unpacking to make sure there wasn’t any unwanted surprises before making our selves at home for the week. The absolute cleanliness and warmth of the cabin was amazing to walk into. From the front door to both bathrooms, to the upstairs bedroom and tub, even to the back deck with the jacuzzi was clean and welcoming! The only quirk we had is that the lighting outside on the back deck with the jacuzzi was a little dimmed in the evenings and made it a little hard to see when getting in or out of the jacuzzi. Some string lights or another light close to the jacuzzi would definitely help with the visibility back there. The bed was comfortable and is very spacious for the couples who enjoy the cuddles but not feel so cramped up together. The over location of the cabin is absolutely spot on. We took a short drive to downtown and even walked to the strip a couple evenings. But beware the location is also in the direct path of bears that make their way thru the property out of the Smokey Mountain Nation Forest. The cabin literally sits right on the edge of the National Park. The over all stay was 5 stars for us. Everything was clean, the cabin was welcoming and cozymmmmd
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin is exactly of what you see on the pictures. Very clean, easy access and super close to town. The host was very nice and even reached out to see if we needed anything. We will be back for sure.PS: We saw a bear
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JT G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Location

Super cute cabin in the woods. Easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and tucked in the woods away from the bustle of downtown Gatlinburg. The cabin suited our needs. But if you plan to do any cooking, a heads up the kitchen is small with minimal utensils, supplies, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and beautiful property! Wonderful hosts who communicated easily, clearly, and promptly. Will definitely book again in the future and highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbie R.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Do not be fooled!

This property was dirty - dead bugs in window sills, hot tub had a blob of hair stuck to the filter, the jacuzzi had broken jets, lots of dust and dirt on air vents and on surfaces, the porch was musty smelling and the walk to town was unsafe for pedestrians. I was particularly looking forward to the hot tub and being able to walk to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin, amazing location!!

We really enjoyed the cabin and our stay! The location is awesome, very close and easy to get to downtown. Cabin was in great shape and had everything we needed!! Host was very attentive, we look forward to staying again next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Needed Weekend Getaway

We had such a great time. The cabin was absolutely perfect. I communicated with the host a few times and felt as if it was someone I'd known for years. They were so hospitable and made sure we had everything we needed. I would head back this next weekend and choose the same place if I could. Loved that we were a few hundred yards from the strip in GBurg. I would highly recommend this property and host!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Otto D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin in the woods

This home is extremely beautiful. Pictures do not show the true beauty your eyes will see upon arrival. The detailed information about food and nearby attractions are very helpful. My wife and I have already decided to plan another trip in a few months. Looking forward to visit again. Our host had great communication when we had questions. All and all this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Accomating and quiet

Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy in the Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at the Simply Southern cabin. The location is perfectly close to the strip while remaining secluded and quiet. We saw a ton of wildlife activity including birds, chipmunks and of course the bears. The cabin was well equipped and the pool table and hot tub made our stay fun. We'll make sure to stop by this hidden gem again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A cute little cabin

A very cute little cabin, very close to the strip in Gatlinburg. Served us really well!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

Beautiful cabin. Exactly the getaway I needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gatlinburg weekend

Nice cabin in great location. Saw a bear and 2 cubs right outside. Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend get away

Very relaxing cozy getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

In the hot tub

So fun, so clean, loved the hot tub, great amenities and walked downtown for food and drink. A fantastic St. patty’s weekend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay! Great Host!

My husband and I stayed for two nights along with our pup! We loved the cabin, was perfect for us, very comfortable! We loved the location too and the construction mentioned in past reviews has apparently been completed so no issues there! The Host was perfect….communication was great, checkin and out were effortless. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply Southern Cabin is simply the best! 💕

My husband, fur baby and I enjoyed our stay very much! We absolutely would 10/10 recommend to anyone who is wanting to venture to Gatlinburg TN!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Stay

Great stay! Cabin is just as pictured. We especially loved the hot tub. Driving room and parking around the cabin was good and spacious for our large dually truck.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Nice cabin up the hill from the Gatlinburg strip. Place was great size for one couple. Me and my girlfriend liked how close we were to everything Gatlinburg has to offer. We were hoping to just walk to the strip but the cabin is up a very steep hill so we just drove and parked at the bottom at Cherokee grill parking lot. We enjoyed the hot tub after a long hike and enjoyed the gameroom area. The host responds very quickly and was extremely nice/helpful. They even setup Christmas decorations which was a nice touch. Only thing I would say negative about the cabin was that the pictures showed a nice view of the trees and the hill, so we expected a somewhat peaceful stay close to the strip, but now there’s a hotel being built right behind the cabin. The pictures of the deck and jacuzzi tub view need updated. The noise didn’t bother us too much tho because we spent most of our time out and about but it’s something to maybe watch out for. Overall great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023