Rustic Mountain Retreat – Breathtaking Views, Private Hot Tub & Grill. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Does Rustic Mountain Retreat – Breathtaking Views, Private Hot Tub & Grill. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Q: Is Rustic Mountain Retreat – Breathtaking Views, Private Hot Tub & Grill. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Rustic Mountain Retreat – Breathtaking Views, Private Hot Tub & Grill. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Vinson Island and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Pigeon River. Woods Island and Wilson Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

16 March 2023

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Great Location, Awesome Cabin

The cabin was perfect! Great location on a mountain, with sauna, hot tub, and close to great hiking trails

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

8 October 2023

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Amazing Mountain Cabin

We had a fantastic trip. The cabin was just like we expected and more.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

27 April 2024

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Fun experience

A great little cabin tucked away on the mountain and very private. A little small for 6 people but if you have the right group then it’s a fun experience being so tight

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

7 November 2024

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Our happy place

This is the second time we have stayed at this cabin and third time overall staying at one of Tammy’s properties and I can’t say enough good things. It’s affordable, beautiful views and Tammy is wonderful. Only thing I’d say is, I wouldn’t suggest this to “groups” it’s really made for a couple and their children. It’d be a tight squeeze for adults to sleep in the loft area but kids would love it!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

7 April 2023

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Nestled in the woods with a gorgeous view

We came up to get married and our stay was fantastic. Plenty of good flicks to watch if you are chilling in the cabin even a board game, a deck of card, and a record player with some VERY old albums…(bring some of your vinyl). Everything was as expected and better. Thank you for making our special weekend just that much more special!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert F.

15 July 2024

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Small, remote cabin near I-40

Made it up to the cabin in a FWD sedan fairly easily by following instructions, signs, and scouting ahead on foot. Very comfortable bed in cramped MBR. Photos make cabin look better than it actually is. Feels very cramped in shower, faucet handle fell off. Blinds are damaged, one is difficult to open. The good views are in one limited direction only. It is tight to turn car around to head back down. Someone's car was parked at the wilderness trailhead quite close to the cabin. We didn't see any people, but that made it feel a lot less private .

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

12 October 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Totally enjoyed the stay here 100% kinda got on the wrong trail at first and the owner was quick to respond when I called. The view is amazing! Was not far from Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, two places we visited and the Forbidden Cavers is a must too. Thank you for everything!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna B.

27 May 2025

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Beautiful View!

We enjoyed our stay with our daughter and pets. The host welcomed our dog and cat which was such a blessing! The cabin is small but it is beautiful with beautiful views and has everything you need. The loft is super cool too!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

14 September 2024

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Good for a quiet weekend getaway

Cabin was nice. Very clean. It’s great if you’re wanting to spend most of your time at the cabin relaxing. It was very peaceful and the view off the deck overlooking the mountains is absolutely amazing. It was mid summer and very hot so we didn’t use the hot tub or the fire pit but I’m sure those would be great in the cooler months. We planned on coming and going a lot during our stay so going up and down the mountain was kind of a chore but luckily we had a good truck with 4x4 for the mountain road. Overall we were pretty happy with our stay and would most likely come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

2 September 2024

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Cabin on the mountain

View and cabin was as described. Staff response was helpful and fast

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

3 August 2024

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Thank you , We will see you again in October

A little hard to find, but it was worth it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin w.

24 November 2023

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Great

Peaceful with a great view.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret J.

6 October 2023

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Vacation

Very nice view but I wouldn’t exactly call that a grill. We loved the seclusion and the hot tub. The only surprise we had was the people that parked at the cabin to walk down to another location that we did not realize was there. Overall very pleased and would come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RL G.

5 October 2023

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This cabin has a million dollar view!

Tammy was such a wonderful host, cabin was cute and clean with great accommodations, we had a wonderful time. Loft area was small, best suited for kids. Nice place to relax and have a campfire.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy O.

16 September 2023

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Great solitude away from city

The MOST important thing to add here is beware of the roads to the cabin site. You MUST have a 4WD or a Front WD to make it up to the cabin. Once you are there, the views are breathtaking and its extremely private and peaceful. The cabin is well stocked with what you need for your stay; just bring your groceries. There is an added bonus at the top of the mountain; the Peace Pagoda. Its currently under construction but worth the hike up the mountain. Hike in the afternoon because the air quality is much better and be prepared when hiking anywhere in the area the trails are moderately challenging due to the steepness. Also, be sure to text for garbage pick-up because there are some bears in the area. We chose to take it when we left each day. Enjoyed the jacuzzi and the privacy!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

6 August 2023

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Cozy and Relaxing

This was a cute and cozy cabin situated on a mountainside with a great view. You will definitely need 4WD to get to it, but is worth the drive. The hot tub is large enough for several people, and the view from the porch is excellent. Great for a relaxing getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

28 July 2023

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Rustic and peaceful

The cabin was perfect for what we wanted. It was very quiet and peaceful to be out in the mountains. The cabin was awesomefor the price we paid. Great for 2-4 people, smaller cabin. The loft area is mainly just sleeping quarters. The roads leading up to the cabin are rocky back roads, better with AWD or 4 wheel drive. We did manage with FWD. The best part was to be able to take a nice hike to the Peace Pagoda, which is absolutely beautiful and a must see. Travel to Galinburg or Pigeon Forge takes about 45 minutes, which was perfectly fine with me...mostly back curvy roads with beautiful scenery. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for allowing and sharing your cabin home with us!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taryn V.

2 July 2023

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BEST TRIP OF MY LIFE!!!

The property was a little difficult to find, but that’s because of how secluded it is. Once we found it, it was really simple to remember! ALSO I GOT ENGAGED ON THIS TRIP!! My fiancé proposed to me at the Peace Pagoda which is right up the hill from this cabin. I wish I could add pictures to this review to show how incredible the view really is from this cabin. I highly recommend this cabin for couples!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Queitha P.

4 June 2023

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Beautiful “Tiny” cabin!

The view was fantastic everything was cleaned and organized! It’s perfect for a minimalist stay! We didn’t get a chance to go to the Peace Pagoda near by but plan to return for a visit! The only thing I wish we were aware of is the rough road on the way up. We have a 4 door sedan that still made it up there to the cabin luckily we’re used to that kind of thing where we live. Otherwise we have absolutely no complaints! We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

27 April 2023

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Best Stay Ever

This was a beautiful cabin that was wonderfully cleaned and stocked. The owners are great with communication and were there for every question. We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C., North Augsta, SC

11 April 2023

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100% as advertised

If you read the description and enough of the reviews, then you should know exactly what this place is. It's a small cabin, remotely located halfway up a mountain. It is an adventure to find the cabin. You don't need 4 wheel drive, but I would highly recommend trying to get there when the sun is still out. This place is very private with an incredible view. As an adult, I would not want to sleep in the loft area, but my kids thought it was an adventure and loved it. It's about an hour drive to the Pigeon Forge area, so if you want to do the touristy stuff every day, then this might not be what you want. I would say this is for the couple or family that just wants to get away from everything and get some piece and quiet. With the hot tub, fire pit, and hiking trail (and they are a hike) this place is a good find.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

3 April 2023

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Wonderful Management

We had a few issues with the cabin when we arrived. First, the water did not work. We contacted Tammy and within an hour, maintenance was there to diagnose the problem. Turns out the water pump burned out, but they had it fixed before we went to bed the same day. The next day, the oven went out. They replaced it the same day. Brand new oven installed. We will be back to stay next year. We really enjoyed it. A couple things for future guests: the shower is very small- if you are tall you might have trouble showering, but it can be done. The loft has really low ceilings- our kids loved it but it was not comfortable for adults. The cabin is cozy- more than 4 people would be really crowded. The mountain is steep- a car can make it but 4WD/AWD makes it much easier. The hiking trails are the driveways up and down the mountain- they are really steep, so bring hiking shoes.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F., New Era, Michigan

22 February 2023

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Short Stay in the Smokies

This cabin met our needs perfectly. We were looking for a secluded location away from the tourist areas and this fit the bill. There were plenty of rustic roads and hiking trails to explore with our dog, including a hike up to the Peace Pagoda. We enjoyed taking a break from technology. The road up to the cabin is steep and we came in after dark and the cabin was hard to locate due to lack of GPS, however the owner was so nice to call us after we messaged her at midnight and helped us find our way. This is definitely a cabin for people looking for a more rustic, laid back experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

5 December 2022

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Amazing getaway in the mountains 🥰

This cabin and the location was perfect for our mini family outing. It is cozy and super cute! And it has all the necessities, plus a fun hot tub! We were able to walk some trails around and enjoyed the peace of the area. Ms Tammy and Mr Sam were very quick to communicate and very accommodating. Our family had an awesome time. Some driving areas are steep so it was helpful to have a 4wheel drive car. Overall, memorable experience for our whole family 💕

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Faith S.

1 December 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Rats

This was a nice little place, it has the potential to be 5 stars. But we listened to rats in the walls all night, all of the vents in the cabin were clogged up with lint, there wasn't many towels and only two rolls of toilet paper. Before we went to sleep, we checked the door and windows to see if they were locked, almost every single window was unlocked. The upstairs loft is so much smaller than the ad makes it seem. Most people can't even sit up straight without hitting the ceiling. The whole advertisement has flaws all throughout it. And the cabin is NOT secluded whatsoever, from other cabins to park rangers lurking around for no reason.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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