Located within a mile (2 km) of Rocky Top Sports World, this chalet is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mills Park. This chalet welcomes guests with conveniences like a water park, free in-room WiFi, and a hot tub.
Chapel at Honeymoon Hills - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - 4 min drive
Little House of Pancakes - 7 min drive
Alamo Steakhouse - 8 min drive
Mama's Chicken Kitchen - 5 min drive
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.
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms.
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
Security system
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Unit size: 1,160 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
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
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Fees
A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.
These are all of the 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this chalet?
This chalet is located in Gatlinburg, close to Dollywood, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park, and Anakeesta. You'll also find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this chalet?
No, there isn't parking at this chalet.
Is this chalet next to a casino?
No, this chalet is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this chalet?
No, this chalet doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this chalet include a fireplace, a kitchen, and Hulu.
Are there hot tubs at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this chalet.
Does this chalet include breakfast service?
No, this chalet doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this chalet allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this chalet though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at this chalet?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this chalet.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies!?
Yes, every accommodation at Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! comes with a deck.
Moonshine Ridge- 5.5 Miles to Smokies! Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jake Y.
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
10/10 Excellent
Katie T.
Mar 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The cabin was amazing! Will be definitely back.
Katie T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Connor H.
Sep 8, 2024
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Decent
Connor H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
cherie w.
Oct 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cozy cabin
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.
cherie w.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heidi P., Pendleton
Oct 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Spot
Cute cabin with a perfect hot tub and TWO master suits! Karen is an awesome host who responds quickly.
Heidi P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jose R.
Oct 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Gatlinburg week vacation
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.
Jose R.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandy L.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
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.
Sandy L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia L.
Jun 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
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
10/10 Excellent
Amanda L., Kansas City, mo
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Super Clean and great location
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.
Amanda L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tina A.
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
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!
Tina A.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sam C.
Nov 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Sam C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Lisa M.
Nov 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Smokies
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
8/10 Good
Nancy B.
Jan 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in the Mts.
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.
Nancy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
2/10 Terrible
Sheila B.
Jan 2, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
To high a price for this cabin. It was dirty and smell. The cabin looks like it need alot of repair.
Not clean, will not stay here again.
Sheila B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
William B.
Oct 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little place
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
8/10 Good
Julie M.
Aug 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Good location…however it would be 5 minutes from the back exit of Roaring Fork. It takes approximately 20 minutes to enter the drive through.
The cabin was clean. Beds were somewhat comfortable. We did freeze through the night, but Karen was quick to correct the thermostat issue.
The kitchen was well stocked for our limited needs.
Julie M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Mary Ann A.
Jul 15, 2021
Nice place!
Overall very nice place to stay. 2 king beds and a sofa bed made it perfect for our family of 4.
We cooked every night, and could have used better kitchen pots and pans, so bring your own if you plan on cooking.
My kids loved the game table and the hot tub after a long day of hiking.
Could use a good dusting and some new lights, but overall it was a comfortable place to stay.
Mary Ann A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Meranda R.
Jul 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
The cabin was well equipped and the property manager was extremely helpful and quick to respond. The 2 large bedrooms are on the ground floor, which is up a short flight of steps. The main living area and kitchen with a nice uncovered deck are on the second floor.
Perfect for young couples - I would not recommend for the elderly, anyone with mobility issues or small children due to the many steep stairs.
The cabin is located in a hidden part of Gatlinburg- in the arts trail and very easy to drive to. Close to downtown yet tucked away in the mountains at the same time. Very quiet neighborhood.
Meranda R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Cindy G.
Jun 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a good place to stay
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.