Closer to Home offers accommodations in Gatlinburg, 3.3 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 8.4 miles from Dolly Parton’s Stampede. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the vacation home free of charge. The Grand Majestic Theater is 11 miles away and Country Tonite Theatre is 12 miles from the vacation home. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 4 bathrooms with a hot tub. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are offered. The accommodation has a fireplace. Dollywood is 12 miles from Closer to Home. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 45 miles from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
2 queen beds
Bedroom 4:
2 queen beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Gatlinburg
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  • Michele
    United States of America United States of America
    The location and the cabin was beautiful and great ate a for the kids
  • Bonnie
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice. This was our second year staying here. We loved it once ag
  • Mary
    United States of America United States of America
    Decks, views, number of beds & baths, spacious, fireplaces.

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Property info

Take in the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains from Closer to Home, a 4-bedroom, 4-bath retreat with green-canopy views overlooking more than 40 acres of native trees, and a feeling of total seclusion just 10 minutes from restaurants, museums and family-friendly activities. When you book your stay at this cabin, you receive free admission to popular Smoky Mountain attractions with Xplorie. This program entitles our guests to one free adult admission ticket, per night stay, to attractions like Dollywood, Ripley’s Aquarium, WonderWorks, and more. The beauty of a vacation in the Smokies can only be enhanced by its remote location and solitude! Therefore, please be advised that the WIFI in this area is unstable. A modern cabin with cathedral ceilings, log beams, hardwood floors and wood-paneled walls, Closer to Home has the ambiance of a rustic lodge. Ideal for large families, groups of friends or even corporate retreats, this two-level home offers multiple living spaces decks, a furnished deck on each level, and accommodations for up to 14 guests. An open floor plan on the main level creates a seamless flow between the great room, kitchen and dining area, with natural light flooding the space through floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors, which lead to an expansive, wrap-around deck. In the great room, a full-length leather sofa offers a front-row seat to the large-screen TV, while two cozy armchairs invite you to curl up by the stacked-stone fireplace. The adjacent 10-seat dining table offers dinner with a view, overlooking the deck and mountains beyond through a wall of glass. You’ll find three additional seats at the kitchen breakfast bar. Fully equipped with modern appliances, granite countertops and a spacious island, the kitchen is sure to inspire home-cooked meals. A charcoal grill on the front porch will broaden your menu, while two log picnic tables -- one on the upper deck and one in the front yard -- invite you to dine al fresco

Neighborhood info

Blanketed by century-old trees, the Great Smoky Mountains have remained relatively untouched by modern times, drawing visitors to its tranquil paths and rivers for the promise of spotting wildlife or one of its 200 bird varieties. Our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals offer guests the feeling of seclusion with modern amenities and proximity to restaurants and cultural experiences nearby. Choose from treetop timber homes with hot tubs on wraparound decks with views of the wispy fog that earned the “Smokies” their name; A-frame log cabins in Pigeon Forge with floor-to-ceiling windows and wood-burning fireplaces; and rustic Wears Valley cottages. Our team of Smoky Mountain locals will recommend their favorite experiences, from Dollywood to the kid-friendly WonderWorks Museum, and connect you to expert guides for fly fishing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and more. Sevierville Authentic mountain culture meets natural beauty in Dolly Parton’s hometown, located just outside the heart of town, offering a feeling of mountain seclusion less than 10 minutes from golf, dining, and family activities with amenities like private hot tubs, wraparound decks, and wood-burning fireplaces. Pigeon Forge A family-friendly playground, Pigeon Forge offers a host of activities, from water parks to indoor skydiving, all less than 20 minutes from Great Smoky National Park. Our eclectic retreats range from quaint 1-bedroom cabins with views from the front porch to expansive private lodges with game rooms and private hot tubs. Wears Valley Stay in the heart of the Smokies at our collection of handpicked Wears Valley cabins. Many are located within the gated community of Brother’s Cove, each nestled high in the mountains with green-canopy views and a front-row seat to the morning fog from floor-to-ceiling windows and private decks. Many offer modern decor and amenities like private hot tubs, game rooms, and fire pits. Some gladly welcome pets! Gatlinburg The gatewa

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Closer to Home
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Private Bathroom
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Fireplace
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Hot tub
    • Air conditioning
    Outdoors
    • Barbecue
    • Balcony
    Miscellaneous
    • Heating
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Closer to Home takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted Closer to Home accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note 100% of the total amount will be charged at the time of booking.

    2 weeks prior to arrival the property's details and key code information to access the home will be emailed to guest.

    Guests must be 21 years of age or older to check-in.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Closer to Home

    • Check-in at Closer to Home is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Closer to Home offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Closer to Home is 3 miles from the center of Gatlinburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Closer to Home may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Yes, Closer to Home is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Closer to Home on this page.

      • Closer to Home has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 4 bedrooms

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Closer to Home can accommodate this group size:

        • 14 guests

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.