Mama Bear's Moonshine Ridge offers a comfortable retreat in the heart of Gatlinburg's Arts and Crafts district. Unwind with a soak in the enormous hot tub, compete on the multicade console, or relax on the uncovered deck while grilling up a meal.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire chalet
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
The current price is AED 524
AED 524
AED 1,322 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!
Immerse yourself in the action at this suburban-esque Gatlinburg getaway! Located in the Arts and Crafts district in between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, you're close enough to all the attractions but tucked away from the bustle of the town. You're an 11 minute drive to Downtown Gatlinburg, a 5 minute drive to Roaring Fork Motor Trail, a 5 minute drive to Rocky Top Sports World, 25 minutes to Dollywood, and a 12 minute walk to the Arts and Crafts trolley stop.
Your stay at Mama Bear's Moonshine Ridge is bound to be a comfortable one with 2 king beds, a brand new sleeper sofa, and an enormous hot tub! Each bedroom features a king bed with its own private bathroom. The tub is a soaking tub, NOT a jacuzzi. Compete with each other on the multicade console! The brand new, 14,000 BTU air conditioner is big enough to keep you and your family cool during the summer months. Relax and grill up a tasty meal on the deck while you soak in the sun on the uncovered deck. This cabin gets plenty of light upstairs, where the living room and kitchen are located. The TV features Hulu for your own enjoyment.
There is 1 security camera recording the front door and driveway.
Signed rental agreement and $200 security deposit are required for this stay.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Hulu
Smart TV
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Water park
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Theme park nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Rental agreement must be signed for the reservation to be complete and confirmed.
A security deposit hold of $200-$250 is required prior to arrival & will be released within 7 days of check out once the cabin passes the inspection.
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Located in Gatlinburg, this chalet is near theme parks. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Is Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
As of 11 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! on 18 March 2026 start from AED 524, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! located?
Situated in Gatlinburg, this chalet is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Rocky Top Sports World and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Chapel at Honeymoon Hills. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The property was very clean and well supplied. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were clean. Karen, the manager, was available when I called and very helpful in answering my questions. Overall, it is a great place to stay when visiting Gatlinburg.
Great cute and cozy cabin. Everything was perfect and easy to check in. House was spacious and well taken care of. Hot tub was an added bonus. Master bathroom also had a big jacuzzi tub. Quick and easy commute to all attractions.
Clean, Quiet, In the Woods But Close to Gatlinburg
Our cabin was clean and had everything that we needed. Kitchen well stocked, easy-to-use fireplace. It was just a few minutes to get into Gatlinburg. Our only issue was the two sets of stairs, one inside, one out. The balcony on the second floor was a nice place to sit, but it would be nice to have a couple of small chairs out front as well. Thanks for a nice visit!
The house was super clean and in a perfect location. Very close to restaurants, grocery and entrance to the National Park. Very comfy beds. The hot tub was perfect for the cold nights (and we appreciate that they change the water between guests).
Just a few "head's up". I didn't deduct any stars but I think it's fair to bring up in case these may be deal breakers for others:
* There are several stairs to get to the entrance of the house, then another set of steep stairs to get up to the main living area of kitchen/living room. This wasn't an issue for us but if we were bringing any older family members, this would have been an issue.
* The bedrooms are on the lower level. If anyone is on the upper level, you can hear EVERY footstep in the bedrooms. This was an issue as my husband is a very early riser and caused the rest of the house to be as well.
* You cannot access the yard without climbing over an approx 2.5 ft retaining wall, and I'm not sure they intend for you to do that. So if you brought your dog(s), you'll have to walk down the street to a small patch of grass located by the dumpster. There is a dog park approx 2 miles from the house that was very convenient.
It was a great location for proximity to gatlinburg and not far from pigeon forge. Very close to the arts and crafts loop. The house suited all our needs.
Jake Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Daniel L.
28 June 2025
Wonderful!
Great stay here close to Gatlinburg, the whole family enjoyed it!
This cabin was perfect for our short getaway. It’s relatively close to everything in and around town which made travel a breeze. Nice amenities and clean. Would definitely consider staying there again.
Convenient to everything! But off the terrible Gatlinburg tourist trap, grocery store very close. Dog park a 4 minute drive. Not much place to walk dog in cabin neighborhood. Clean, queen beds comfy, hot tub
Patricia L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Dave W.
27 November 2021
Very clean and great location
This cabin was very clean and it is located just off of the artist loop close to everything. I would say this is a 5 star cabin for most age groups. Great Wifi, nice TV, good HVAC. Only drawbacks are focused on older occupants, which I am. There are no chairs in the bedrooms and the beds are very high. The stairs to the upstairs kitchen and living room are quite steep and shallow, not the best for old folks. One of the bedrooms has no hanging space and the other has no dresser. King beds pretty much fill the small bedrooms. The bathrooms are fine for all ages although the sink was something you would find in a small RV. The management was great, and the furniture was in great shape and comfortable. There is a vintage game console table with many of the old classics. Parking was fine for two vehicles.
Like all reviews, there are good and bad points to the story, so I'll try to cover both. First, the owner or manager was very responsive to text. Although our problem wasn't solved, she did try. The problem was related to the TV so it really wasn't a big deal to us. We could not figuure out how to get live TV/cable channels. The upstairs TV could get Netflix and Hulu. The downstairs wouldn't get anything at first. My husband set up the wifi connection and we had to use our personal Amazon login to watch anything. Not really a big deal since we watched mostly at night, but it's information you should know.
The location has a Gatlinburg address, but time-wise, it was really in the middle of Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge so that was a plus.
The house has an unique design that I've never seen before. (2 bed/baths on the bottom when walk in the door & kitchen/living room upstairs) I think it would be best suited to young familys with no children or children that are young but old enough to respect stairs. The stairs were a con for me because I have a defective foot, but if you don't have a problem with stairs it should be fine for you.
The only other serious bad point is the shower in one of the bedrooms. I think it would have been better to skip the garden tub and make the shower bigger. There is barely room to stand. It would be interesting to me to take a poll and see who actually uses garden tubs on vacation. Especially when there is a hot tub outside, I think it would be a waste of money. But that's just my opinion. I ended up sharing the shower in the other bedroom with our daughters. A larger mirror & sink with a counter top would have been better in the bathroom, but we made do with it.
The cabin was well stocked with supplies: dishwasher cubes, soap, laundry soap, and even shampoo/condition & body wash in the shower dispensers. They won't be your favorite brands, but we used some of them anyway.
Two things on the kitchens. For the life of me, I could not find any potholders and had to use the dishtowels when we used the oven. I did not like the coffeemaker. The basket for the grounds was very difficult to remove and put back on, and I think the burner isn't hot enough. I always had to heat mine in the microvave after pouring it in the cup.
Generally, the cabin was neat and organized but it was due for a good spring cleaning. Mostly dust on the walls & steps to the hot tub.
Can't say enough! Owner was super responsive to questions. Cabin was only 15 min from Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge! Less than 10 minutes from Grocery stores!
Instacart delivers in case you just don't want to shop.
Easily slept all 5 of us. Instructions on any appliances that weren't super intuitive.
The fireplace made quick work of chasing off any morning chill upstairs.
I'm already trying to convince my kids we need to come back!
The house was in a quiet neighborhood. When you walk in there are rooms to the left and right and stairs in front. The kitchen and living room are upstairs. The kitchen did not have a lot of extras. Bring a corkscrew and coffee filers. The bed was really comfy but first night was cold I did find a blanket in a drawer which really helped. Overall a nice place. Not a lot of parking if you have more than one car.
Lisa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Maddie R.
28 September 2022
Perfect secluded cabin for a weekend getaway!
My friend and I had a wonderful stay at the moonshine ridge property! The cabin was super cute and clean and was exactly as pictured. Karen was extremely responsive and available to answer any of our questions or help us within minutes. The neighborhood was very quiet and secluded which was exactly what we wanted for a weekend getaway! And even better that I was able to being my pup along for the trip. Would definitely stay here again in the future! Thanks for a great weekend, Karen!
Maddie R.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dawn D.
13 July 2022
Perfect Location
We had the best time in Gatlinburg. Moonshine Ridge is in the perfect location. It was close to downtown Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, yet you felt like you were in the country. There was plenty of space for all of us and having 2 showers was nice after coming back from hiking, zip lining, or white water rafting in the July heat. The absolute best part was we could bring our yorkiepoo with us. We will definitely be booking Moonshine Ridge again.
Dawn D.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Laccie A.
25 May 2022
Great cabin in the arts and crafts district!
Miss Karen was a sweet amazing host who took care of us in a dire situation! The cabin was adorable and fit our needs perfectly!
Laccie A.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Tiaira H.
25 May 2022
Stay in Gatlinburg, TN
The cabin in reality looked just like the website but the front door should be replaced. I shouldn't have to push the door hard just ro be able to lock it. Also, the coffee pot was nasty. We had a great stay though! The neighborhood was quiet and just as described. I intend to book again
Tiaira H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
8 March 2022
Beautiful cozy cabin style home in a wonderful location!
Moonshine ridge was even more than I expected, it was so cute and had all the commodities of being at home! Just 10 minutes from Gatlinburg and less than 20 minutes to Smoky Mountain NP, it was the perfect location for everything we wanted to do. We got to enjoy a soak the hot tub at night, the bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, even my dog felt at home!
We certainly enjoyed our stay and would return. There needs to be a photo of the entrance stairs to the top floor. Very steep and not appropriate for non-stairclimbers. Wish we had seen a photo. Parking became a problem and difficult to find other parking in the area. A bit of a danger in the kitchen when the heavy curtain rod fell from their connector. Karen was very helpful on issues and we enjoyed the vrbo and the community.
Cozy little place, nice amenities, off the beaten path, but close enough to be everywhere with a little bit of a trip.
William B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
18 October 2021
Vacation for 4!
The cabin is beautiful and cozy! We loved the hot tub. The location was very convenient. We had a great time and would love to come back soon! Than you!
Karen K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lynda M.
19 September 2021
GREAT PLACE
The place is hidden in nature.. very beautiful scenery a short walk from eateries and shops!! The drive to the strip is close!! The decor was amazing everything about the stay was perfect.. the water pressure is weak other than that all was well!! I will be staying here again!