Happy Trails is the Smoky Mountain cabin you book when the plan is simple: slow mornings, hot tub nights, and Pigeon Forge close enough for last-minute fun. Set in a wooded pocket off Laurel Lick Road, this single-level 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat gives up to four guests a cozy mountain base with privacy, comfort, and plenty of fresh-air space.
Inside, the cabin keeps the mood warm without trying too hard. Vaulted ceilings, log walls, lodge-style details, and a seasonal indoor fireplace give the living area that classic Smokies feel, while comfortable seating, a TV, Wi-Fi, and board games make it easy to settle in between outings. The full kitchen has everything needed for low-key meals at home, including a stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, cooking basics, dishes, and silverware. Brew coffee before the day gets moving, gather around the dining table, or keep things simple with a slow breakfast before heading into town.
Two queen sleeping spaces and two full bathrooms keep the layout easy for couples, small families, or a pair of friends. One queen bedroom offers a dresser and closet, while the second queen sleeping area sits adjacent to the living room with a room divider for added privacy. Both bathrooms include tub/shower combos, and an in-cabin washer and dryer add convenience for longer stays.
Outside is where Happy Trails really leans into its mountain rhythm. The wraparound deck gives you multiple places to start and end the day, from rocking chairs on the covered porch to coffee beneath the gazebo. The gazebo feels like an outdoor living room, with a sectional sofa and smart TV for streaming while the trees do the rest of the work around you. After a day of hiking, shopping, or riding coasters in town, the private 2-person hot tub waits under the trees for a quiet soak. A charcoal grill in the front yard, covered porch seating, and wooded views give the whole property a relaxed, tucked-away feel --- the kind of place where dinner outside, a book in the rocking chair, and one more hour under the stars all make sense.
The location keeps the Smokies within easy reach without putting you in the middle of the Parkway rush. From this quiet Pigeon Forge setting, you're close to the area's biggest draws: Dollywood is about 17 minutes away, The Island in Pigeon Forge is about 16 minutes away, Gatlinburg and Anakeesta are about 20 minutes away, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance is about 25 minutes away. Gatlinburg Golf Course, outlet shopping, restaurants, dinner shows, mountain coasters, hiking trails, and family attractions are all easy to work into the trip. Spend the day chasing views, rides, shops, or trailheads, then come back to the trees, the deck, and the hot tub --- Happy Trails makes the busy parts of the Smokies easy to enjoy and the quiet parts even easier to keep.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we're at your fingertips via concierge@avantstay.com.
If you love spending time in nature, staying active, and celebrating wildlife, a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is a must. Located along the Tennessee/North Carolina border and home to the country's most visited national park, the Smokies provide over 800 miles of hiking trails, rivers, and a good chance at a black bear sighting. The ancient mountains invite you to connect with one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world and walk among century-old trees. Talk about a step back in time!
Local Attractions: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Island in Pigeon Forge, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Dollywood, Cade's Cove, The Comedy Barn Theater, Legacy Mountain Ziplines, Rocky Top Wine Trail, Sugarlands Distilling Company, The Local Goat.
Home Truths:
•Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
•Please have a 4WD or AWD vehicle and carry chains only during heavy snowfall in the winter months. Driveways or roads leading to the property can be steep and will require these.
Parking Details:
•Parking for 2 vehicles is available with your own driveway and designated parking area.
All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.