Welcome to Country Zen Villa: Your Smoky Mountain Sanctuary
^^^Just 15 Minutes from the National Park Entrance
<>Nestled in the serene beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, Country Zen Villa offers the ultimate mountain retreat.
Only 20 minutes to Gatlinburg and
25 minutes to Douglas Lake, our villa combines luxury, tranquility, and convenience. Whether you're stargazing from the wraparound deck or relaxing in the 8-person hot tub, every moment here feels magical.
Your Perfect Getaway Awaits
Experience mountain living with spectacular views, comfort, and charm:
3 King Bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms for maximum privacy.
4th Bedroom/Studio includes 2 Queen beds, a Full-size Futon, and a child-friendly top bunk in a playful "house" nook.
4.5 Bathrooms, including a soaking tub for ultimate relaxation.
*** Highlights:
Wraparound Deck with breathtaking views of the Smokies.
Coming Soon: A Fire Pit to complete your outdoor oasis.
Fully Fenced Yard – perfect for your furry friends.
Pet-Friendly ($150 per dog, sorry no cats).
Handcrafted Wooden Spiral Staircase – a stunning centerpiece.
Celestron StarSense Explorer for stargazing enthusiasts.
Himalayan Salt Lamps for a calming ambiance throughout the villa.
Designed for Relaxation & Fun
Main Level: Cozy living room with ample seating, gas fireplace, and a big-screen TV. Master King size suite bedroom with a walk-in closet and a rollaway memory foam bed. A fully equipped kitchen and bar area provide everything you need for memorable meals.
Basement Studio: Includes a kitchenette, Murphy bed, Queen size bed, futon, pool table, chess, and entertainment space with a gas fireplace.
Top Level: Two king suites, an office nook, and an intimate seating area for quiet moments.
Outdoor Bliss
Unwind in the 88-jet hot tub with hydrotherapy and neck therapy features, or enjoy the lounge chairs and sectional patio seating overlooking the mountains. The outdoor dining table and grill are perfect for al fresco meals. Elevate your evenings with our soon-to-be-completed outdoor oasis—featuring a stunning fire pit beside the hot tub. Indulge in the ultimate starlit escape.
Perfect for Events & Celebrations
Located just minutes from The Estate at Sweetwater Creek, our Villa is ideal for wedding guests or family gatherings. Events are welcome with prior approval and an additional fee.
Why Choose Us?
We go above and beyond to ensure your stay is unforgettable:
✔ Enhanced Cleaning: Adhering to strict Covid guidelines.
✔ Quality Linens & Towels for a luxurious experience.
✔ Amenities for Kids & Pets: High chair, pack & play, large crate, bowls, and towels for your furry friends, fully fenced yard
Pets - We welcome well-behaved, house-trained dogs (sorry, no cats). A non-refundable fee of $150 per dog is required at registration.
- Please clean up after your pet and keep them crated when left unattended. A metal foldable crate is provided for your convenience.
- Pets are not allowed on furniture. Guests are responsible for any damages or additional cleaning required due to pet behavior.
- Failure to register your pet will result in a $300 fine and may lead to termination of your reservation without a refund.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a clean and enjoyable space for all guests!
Important Notes
Guests must be 18+ years old to book (children with parents are welcome).
Fireplace use is seasonal (April 1–October 1).
Wildlife, including bears, is part of the area—stay safe!
Book Your Dream Escape Now!
Reconnect with nature and create lifelong memories at Country Zen Villa. From stunning mountain views to thoughtful amenities, our villa is your gateway to a rejuvenating Smoky Mountain adventure.
Early Check-In
Standard check-in is at 4 PM or later. If available, early check-in at 1 PM can be arranged for a $125 fee.
<> Don’t miss out – dates fill quickly. If unavailable, check out our other property: Diamond in the Bluff in Gatlinburg, TN - 2488393
Do Not leave any kids or dogs outside or by the fireplaces unattended!
The risk of last minute cancellations will be the responsibility of the guest.
We can't wait to host you and make your stay a 5-star experience!
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1. Bike Through Cades Cove
Of all the things to do around Gatlinburg, the most popular is a visit to Cades Cove. This beautiful little mountain valley is tucked in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and was once a thriving community. A number of rustic log cabins, cantilever barns, and grist mills are still preserved which gives Cades Cove a quaint air of times past.
An 11-mile one-way loop runs through Cades Cove allowing you to tour it by car, bicycle, or on foot. Because Cades Cove is so popular, you can expect there to be lots of traffic during the summer months and in the fall when the leaves are changing color around Gatlinburg.
2. Drive to Newfound Gap
Another popular activity in Gatlinburg is to drive through the national park to Newfound Gap, which is split between Tennessee in North Carolina. While there, you can stand with one foot on each side of the Tennessee-North Carolina state line. The mountain pass sits at an elevation of 5,046 feet so you’ll have fabulous views of the foothills below. The Appalachian Trail also runs right through Newfound Gap, so if you have ever dreamed of hiking part of the AT, now is your opportunity. If you start hiking northeast on the Appalachian Trail you’ll reach Charles Bunion in ~4 miles. Or if you head southwest on the AT for 7.5 miles, you’ll reach Clingman’s Dome, the highest point in the state of Tennessee.
3. See the View from Clingman’s Dome
From Newfound Gap you can continue heading up the windy mountain road to Clingman’s Dome. At 6,643 feet, Clingman’s Dome is the highest point in Tennessee and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi River. From the Clingman’s Dome parking lot, it’s a half-mile walk on a paved trail to the top of the mountain where a long spiraling concrete ramp leads up to an observation deck from which you can enjoy the spectacular views. On a clear day, you can enjoy up to 100 miles of visibility from the top of Clingman’s Dome.
The 23-mile drive to Clingman’s Dome from downtown Gatlinburg can take over an hour with traffic so make sure you plan accordingly. There is also limited parking at the top. It’s best to arrive early in the day so you’re not stuck waiting for a parking spot.
4. Take a Hike
Our favorite thing to do in Gatlinburg is to get out in nature and take a hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Smokies have over 600 miles of trails offering sweeping panoramic views, cascading waterfalls and more. Some of the best day hikes in the Smoky Mountains include:
Laurel Falls (2.6 miles roundtrip): The hike to Laurel Falls is one of the most popular in the park. The entire trail is paved so you’ll find it’s possible even for those with limited mobility. This hike does get crowded so it’s best to do it early in the morning or right before sunset.
Grotto Falls (2.8 miles roundtrip): Grotto Falls is a popular hike that is also relatively short and easy and is also on a well-maintained trail. This beautiful hike takes you directly behind a waterfall for a breathtaking experience.
Chimney Tops (3.3 miles roundtrip): The Chimney Tops trail is one of the Smokies’ most iconic hikes. It’s a short hike and offers amazing views at the top, but don’t be fooled by the relatively short distance this hike covers. The last mile has an elevation gain of over 800 feet making it a strenuous climb to the top. The Chimney Tops themselves were closed after the huge Gatlinburg fire of 2016, but a new viewing platform has been built where the trail currently ends.
Alum Cave (4.4 miles roundtrip): One of our favorite hikes in the Smokies, the Alum Cave trail starts on Newfound Gap Road and follows Alum Cave Creek before heading up towards Mount LeConte. You’ll hike through a rock tunnel known as Arch Rock, and at the end of your hike you’ll reach Alum Cave which is actually an 80-foot tall concaved bluff you can rest under before heading back down.
5. Drive the Roaring Fork Motor Trail
The Roaring Fork Motor Trail is one of the most popular drives through the national park. This one-way loop is only 5.5 miles long, but it is a narrow winding road with lots of places you’ll want to stop to explore and take pictures. Most people take around 2 hours to drive through the entire trail.
For the best experience, it’s best to stop at one of the park’s visitor centers beforehand to pick up the National Park Service’s guidebook to the Roaring Fork Motor Trail. It’s only $1 and contains information on the flora and fauna of this area, as well as the history of the community that existed here before it was displaced by the creation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Towards the second half of the drive, you’ll encounter log cabins, grist mills, and a church that are all very well-preserved and quite interesting to visit. You’ll also drive past the Place of a Thousand Drips which is one of only two waterfalls in the national park that you can drive to.
6. See the Fireflies
Once a relatively unknown natural phenomenon, seeing the Smoky Mountain’s synchronous fireflies has now become a major bucket list item for many visitors to Gatlinburg. The Smoky Mountains just happen to be home to the Western Hemisphere’s largest population of synchronous fireflies (Photinus Carolinus).
It’s hard to do this unique experience justice with words, but you can imagine thousands of tiny lightning bugs all lighting up simultaneously in a visually stunning mating ritual. You can only see them for about 2-3 weeks each summer, typically at the end of May to the beginning of June.
