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Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!

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Welcome to Always A View!
Welcome to Always A View!
Exterior detail
Charcoal park grill overlooking Mt. LeConte and the Gatlinburg strip!
Beautiful views from every angle!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!

**Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:**

•Our pricing reflects all seasonal rate and discounts I am currently offering. My pricing is non-negotiable. Please do not inquire about discounts.
•No animals and No smoking allowed inside our property. No exceptions. Due to severe asthma and severe allergy of the owner who supervises and stays in the house between reservations, no pets, animals, ESA, or SA's of any kind are allowed.
•Maximum Occupancy = 6 persons (including all adults and children)
•Minimum age to rent: 25 years old

*Signed Rental Agreement are Required to Confirm Reservation. **Name must match the name on the reservation, the rental agreement, and the cardholder for the reservation**

*Guest receives 75.00% (less $150.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs at least 60 days before arrival; Guest receives 50.00% (less $150.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs at least 45 days before arrival; No refunds within 45 days of arrival.

**NEWLY BUILT CABIN!

LOCATION LOCATION!! Half a mile to downtown Gatlinburg. 3-tier decks overlook the city and the mountains! Sit on the decks and enjoy the music playing from a distance.

Always A View has a spectacular view of Mt. LeConte and the downtown Gatlinburg strip. Our cabin is furnished with Three King Master Suites, tiled showers, theater room, game room equipped with free-play arcade games, and comfortably sleeps six. This cabin is close to everything Gatlinburg has to offer because it is located directly up on the mountain about a half mile behind Ripley's Aquarium.

You will enter a private driveway to a large flat concrete parking area with just five steps to enter the cabin. The main level offers a beautiful rock fireplace accented with a log mantel, electric fireplace, leather sofa and two leather chairs. The living area features a 40" LED TV with ROKU and Spectrum Cable and as well as high speed internet throughout the cabin. All three master suites are on their own floor, so you have complete privacy. The kitchen is fully equipped, has large beautiful windows and doors that lead out to one of the three decks to enjoy the mountain air, inspiring views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg below. The deck is equipped with rocking chairs and a 6-person hot tub to enjoy the outdoors. Night time is another treat when the view turns to the glow of the city lights below.

The lower level leads to the game area complete with free-play arcades; board games, cards, poker chips, theater room, and many movies have been provided to entertain all ages on a 82-inch TV. There is also a master suite bedroom and full bathroom on this lower level.The bedroom is equipped with an LED TV and DVD Player.

The upper level leads to another master suite, king size log bed, and beautiful tiled shower. Beyond the master suite is a relaxing sitting area to curl up with your favorite book, next to the large windows and doors that leads out to the upper level deck, complete with seating for a high rise view!

The main level features the beautiful vaulted ceilings, paddle fan, fully equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, oversize dining table, laundry room with full-size washer and dryer, and the third master suite with king size log bed, and an adjoining full bathroom with a beautifully tiled shower. This bedroom is equipped with a 32" LED TV and DVD Player. The full bath on this level offers a beautifully tiled tub/shower combo, granite counter-top, large vanity, and vessel sink.

Always a View combines a fantastic view, close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge attractions, with multiple amenities, a cabin to enjoy year-round!

Guests are provided a starter pack of paper towels, toilet tissue, hand soap, dishwasher and dish washing detergent for your immediate use.

*Adjustments made to rates do not apply to upcoming reservations that have already been accepted or confirmed.

*Sadly we lost our beautiful cabin to the wildfires in 2016. It was a long wait to rebuild, but we think you will see why it is worth the wait! We have spent extra time and effort to make this cabin the perfect fit for your family's mountain getaway home! Three luxury master suites, king beds, tiled showers, huge game room with free-play arcades, theater room, 6-person hot tub, and beautiful mountain and city strip views! You can't beat it!

Other Frequently Asked Questions:

* Are linens included? Yes, we provide linens for beds, bath towels, hand towels, and wash cloths.
* What household supplies are provided? We provide our guest a starter kit, which includes 1 roll of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, dish detergent, hand soap, laundry pods, and kitchen and bathroom trash bags.
* Do you provide any baby items? Yes, we provide a high chair and baby gates.
* Do you allow pets/animals? No, we do not allow any animals in our cabin. No exception.
* Is the price negotiable? No, We do not offer discounts or eliminate any of the fees.
* When will I receive cabin access info? Your "Welcome Letter" will be emailed to you 14 days prior to your arrival date.
* Will I hear construction noise? It is possible you may hear construction noise as people continue to rebuild after the wildfire.
* How is the drive to the cabin? Always A View is less than 1 mile from the main parkway in Gatlinburg, and it takes about 5 minutes. The roads are all well-maintained and paved. Keep in mind, these are mountain roads, so expect some steeper parts.
* Do I need 4-wheel drive? During the winter months, if snow or ice conditions are present, we recommend 4-wheel drive or snow chains.
* Is there pool access? No.
* Do you have a grill? Yes, we provide a charcoal park-style grill with lid and condiments table. We do not provide charcoal, lighter/lighter fluid.
* Is this cabin secluded? No, Always A View has surrounding neighbors.

Property manager

Jan Cofield
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Copy of Driver's License and Signed Rental Agreement are Required within 48 hours of Booking Request to Confirm Reservation
No Animals. No Smoking inside Property.
Minimum Age to Rent: 25 years old. No Parties/No Over-Occupancy at any time.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Anakeesta - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • SkyPark - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Booking 2025! Behind Ripley's Aquarium! 3 King Suites! Hot Tub*Theater*Arcades! located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Traffic Light #5, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 215 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARI S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We only stayed two nights and all wish we had longer. The location is fantastic - just a short 2-3 minute drive to the aquarium. You could walk, but it's very curvy and no sidewalk (would not recommend). We have zero complaints and will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

Everything was as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Escape

Beautiful cabin and perfect location. Clean and comfy. The theater and game rooms were a huge hit with the whole fam. We spent mornings and evenings there each day. The cabin was appointed with basic essentials, minus shower soaps which was listed, but still would have been a welcome addition along with a few k cups ;) They book up quick so Act fast and book now! A sure to please vacation rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

My family had another great trip to Gatlinburg. The check in was easy. The house was wonderful. Very clean and had all of the essentials that we needed. Very close to town which was super convenient and exactly what we wanted. Beautiful views! We even saw a large Black Bear one evening who visited the bottom floor. I didn’t expect to see that in January My only suggestion would be to add a Generac Generator. We did have a storm come through and knocked out the power for a few hours. Would absolutely recommend this property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Letti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect getaway!

We enjoyed a perfect getaway to the smokies and loved everything about this cabin!! The location is awesome and convenient, the house is so fun and the VIEW!!!!! The owner is a great communicator and the home has everything you need for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Family Vacation

We had the best stay at “Always a View” in Gatlinburg. Looking forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheree Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view and memories to last a lifetime

We loved every moment spent at Always a View! From the moment we stepped out of the car and saw that incredible view to the moment we laid down to rest in the most comfortable beds we have ever had at a rental, we were in awe. I don’t normally write these reviews but thin one is a must. You will not be disappointed with us place. We didn’t see much of the young teens as they were completely entertained with all the arcades and movies. They thought if everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home and location

This was a great home to stay in for the week. We were just a few minutes from Gatli
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in the heart of the Smoky’s

We had a fantastic stay at Always a View. True to its name, the views were absolutely breathtaking, making it a perfect escape. The property was well-appointed and in a great location, close to both nature and local attractions. It was the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing weekend with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherra c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Claus visitors

This was our second time staying in your home. We love the location and views. We love the floor plan and what the home has to offer our family. We loved ending our days there together.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT Location and beautiful cabin

Celebrated our 30th anniversary here. Everything was perfect from the booking process, arrival, throughout entire stay. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome view!

Awesome view. Cabin was very nice. The way they have the couch and tv positioned makes it hard to watch tv comfortably. Couch definitely needed to be move in a position you can see the tv. Bathroom main floor was a little tight and not a lot of hooks for hanging towels. Other than that it was a great cabin. Definitely clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Vaca!!

Awesome cabin for almost anyone!! No worries short vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view, The View, The VIEW!

Very clean property, plenty of everything (blankets, towels, starter supplies, pillows, kitchen items) excellent instructions on how to use all the different amenities, overall a wonderful stay with an incredible view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet getaway

Loved the property, little tough to get to but amazing.. a couple suggestions. The Mattress in the bedroom on the main floor needs to be replaced. It’s wore out. Also need a rug at the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

We all had an amazing time. We brought my golf cart to travel downtown on (it's street legal) but we barely left the cabin. Everything you need is already there. We grilled out on the outdoor charcoal grill. The kitchen has everything you will need to cook a full course meal as well. Large fridge. There is a master bedroom on each level. Lots of privacy if you want it. The view is amazing! The owners are easy to communicate with. I will defiantly stay at Always a View again. The ONLY thing I would add if it was my home is a Full-length mirror in Master or outside the bottom of the steps to the right (hallway near laundry) or near the front door before leaving out for a new adventure of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cabin/veiw and location

Perfect cabin for a family. The detail put into this cabin was second to none. Highly recommend a stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear retreat

This house is amazing. Location is excellent. The road is a A little scary to drive up with a large SUV but worth it. We did see 2 bears during our stay, which was pretty cool. Be careful when going to your car. Just be aware of your surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEIGH P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Loved this house! It was perfect for our family of 5 -- game room and movie theatre was a highlight, almost wish we had a rainy day to spend more time there! The house was very well stocked and had everything we needed. It was extremely clean, big bedrooms & bathrooms, comfortable beds & living areas. It was perfect- we would definitely book it again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view!

We had a wonderful time! The house was super clean and very well maintained. It had a great area in the basement for the kids. The view was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and view

Property was great! If you like really soft beds this is for you. Best cabin we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reviving Cabin

Staying here was not only relaxing but fun for the whole family. Whether we were watching movies in the theater room or playing pool (while also playing golf) it was great family memories I will never forget. The hot tub was clean and private. I loved the coffee maker, and we saw several animals throughout our stay while sitting on the balcony( bears, ground hogs, birds and chipmunks). Watching the sun rise with my son will always be one of my favorite memories during our stay here, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

Beautiful cabin and best views in Gatlinburg!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jan Cofield

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Why they chose this property

This cabin was love at first sight! We searched high and low for the perfect cabin, and this shines above the rest with the perfect location, year-round views, and accommodations.
*Sadly we lost our beautiful cabin to the wildfires in 2016. It was a long wait, but we think you will see why it is worth the wait! We have spent extra time and effort to make this cabin the perfect fit for your family's mountain getaway home! Three luxury master suites, king beds, tiled showers, huge game room with free-play arcades, theater room, 6-person hot tub, and beautiful mountain and city strip views! You can't beat it!

What makes this property unique

The view from all three decks are absolutely breathtaking! Watch Gatlinburg come to life with the city lights at night, or enjoy the Smoky fog off the mountains during the mornings. When we lost our cabin to the wildfires in 2016, it gave us the opportunity to build back bigger and better than ever. We think you will agree that the wait is worth it!

Languages:

English

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