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LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS

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Beautiful all year round!
Come share a Smoky Mountain Christmas with us.
Relax in the jacuzzi + Enjoy the views of Douglas Lake right outside your door.
Interior
Room
The Lakeside Room has a  1/2 bath & doors opening onto the lakeside deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Wilderness at the Smokies
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Sevierville Convention Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Iris Room

1 Queen Bed

Lakeside Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeping Loft

2 Single Beds

Sleeping Porch

1 Double Bed

The Poker Room

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Iris Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Lakeside Bathroom

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS

*****A LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VACATION!*****

You have found a Historic Property offering spacious and lovingly decorated rooms in an authentic, hand hewn, log cabin on beautiful Douglas Lake. The Pioneer offers the best of both worlds: ---"A Lake and Mountain vacation!" The cabin sits on a 5 acre peninsula over looking the lake. The cabin is a destination unto itself with many private areas to explore and restore. Surrounded by nature, on a pristine lake with woodland trails.

*GATEWAY TO THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS:
Located in a rural setting at the foot of beautiful Douglas Lake in Sevierville, TN.
Just 15 minutes from Hwy 66
Gateway to the national park, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Popular area attractions are a short drive away from the lake, in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mnt national Park. So if you want to explore a museum, visit thrilling attractions or browse unique shops, you won’t have far to go.

Between all the water sports, boating, floating and relaxing on Douglas Lake, Dollywood, Mountain hikes and and Great restaurants, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable vacation.

The Pioneer Trading Post is located just 20 minutes from Dollywood and only 30 minutes from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the Smokey Mountain National Park.

We are a 15 minutes drive from Wilderness in The Smokies- One of the largest indoor water park in the world. Rain or shine, you will have plenty of activities to choose from.

5 BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED BEDROOMS:
Each room has its own special charm and appeal. You will find crispy linens, comfy pillows, country quilts, and rustic, vintage touches for the feel you only get at Granny’s house.

TWO QUEENS, TWO FULL SIZE BEDS, TWO SMALL TWINS, ONE 3/4 SIZE BED ON THE SCREENED IN SLEEP PORCH (weather dependent), ONE DAY BED IN THE LIVING-ROOM, (You must request linens for this bed it is $50 extra).

4 BATHROOMS:
1 modern two-person shower
2 claw footed tubs with showers
2 outdoor showers

YOU'LL HAVE A 5-ACRE PRIVATE PENINSULA TO YOURSELF!
Parents can relax knowing their kids are always within ear-shot on the 5-acre, gentle sloping knoll, overlooking the lake. Hang out on the old porch swing sipping a mint Julep or sweat tea. There are a few wooded pathways, landscaped hillside garden. It's a beautiful haven, where you can truly feel away from it all.

LAKE LEVELS VARY:
PLEASE NOTE : This is a TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority) dam controlled lake. Levels fall slowly beginning in September and fully rise again in April. The winter lake levels are dependent on rainfall and TVA's whim (See TVA website for current levels). The summer levels stay consistently at their highest, and are easily deep enough for fishing, swimming, and docking a boat with water receding starting around September. The winter lake level will create a wide, firm, sandy shoreline that is interesting to explore. Many an arrowhead and crystals have been found here.

OVERFLOWING WITH APPALACHIAN and CHEROKEE CULTURE AND HISTORY:
Parts of the home were built by the first American settlers to the region, each log was hand hewn. You will find early American chestnut walls and ceilings, vintage oak and heart pine floors, spinning wheels, hand-stitched textiles, church pews, butter churns, pie safes, cedar chests, and family antiques throughout, yet with all the conveniences of modern living. The Pioneer is a living museum to our families Appalachian and Cherokee history.

CHEF'S DREAM:
6 burner gas stove
Full range of cookware
Stainless steel appliances
Carrera marble and butcher-block countertops
7’ antique porcelain sink.
Also includes an arsenal of stocked spices

OUTDOOR KITCHEN, GRILL AND DINING AREA OVERLOOKING LAKE:
-Covered Outdoor dining table seats 10 in an open air environment. You're gonna love it! Huge deck overlooking jacuzzi and lake.

OUR TREASURED TOTEM POLE:
Pull up a seat next to the fireplace and study the vintage hand-carved totem pole made for our grandparents by Chief Blue Cloud of the Cherokee Nation.
The totem pole stood outside the family store, The Pioneer Trading Post since the early 1940's.

ROOM TO ROAM:
FISH OFF THE DOCK
FOOT TRAILS around the woodland property.
SECLUDED SPOTS
LARGE FIRE PIT (weather dependent).
YOGA / CAMPING PLATFORM
BOATING
SWIMMING
JET SKIING


*AMENITIES:
FLOATING DOCK
46'' Flat screen tv in living room
DVD player
Wifi
WRAP AROUND DECKS
LARGE STAINLESS STEEL BBQ
CENTRAL HEAT AND AIR
SECURITY GATE
JACUZZI
AMPLE PARKING

WE HAVE A RANCH STYLE LAYOUT
Easy thresholds, ramps and wrap around decks, it accessible to the elderly, physically challenged and small children.

Property manager

Manager:Tara Meadows.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Smoking is allowed outside.
Must have 2reviews to book. Always notify if anyone with you has or gets COVID. NO events/parties, smoking, pets, candles or fires (without consent).
You agree owners not liable for lake levels, drowning, fires, burns, falling, tripping, bug bites, theft, injury, death, power outages. travel delays
5day minimum stay @High Season. No refunds for things out of owner's control: nature, electric appliances, HVAC, Jacuzzi, service delays, lake level

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wilderness at the Smokies and Soaky Mountain Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Dollywood's Splash Country and Dollywood. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 17 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center - 17 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 25 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo - 27 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Aubrey S Sevierville - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LAKE FRONT CABIN ON DOUGLAS LAKE IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS located?

This family-friendly Sevierville cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Douglas Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Floyd Garrett's Muscle Car Museum and Mountain Cove Marina. Wilderness at the Smokies and Soaky Mountain Waterpark are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Cozy cabin

If you’re looking for a rustic cabin, look no farther this is it! Very spacious, clean, and comfortable, We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marie K.

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

Race getaway

A beautiful property that the entire family can enjoy.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Excellent

Perfect place to relax and enjoy time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

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

Peaceful, Wonderful

If you want to step back in time and enjoy a peaceful setting while getting away from it all, this place is for you. Tara has done an awesome job decorating the place - it's like a Cracker Barrel morphed into a log cabin, but done with great tact. All the modern amenities and the furniture /beds are comfortable. Enjoyed the fishing dock, hot tub, and the visits from Dixie the dog and her friends, that was fun. Tara very easy to work with. Highly recommend this place and would come back again no doubt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Antonieta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

“Lake front Cabin without a Lake”?? Disappointed!!!

Read carefully because this is a seasonal lake. We were looking for a property by the water and that was the main reason to rent this property for out annual fall family-friend’s retreat, finding out 2 weeks before that the lake was dry and neither we could make a fire pit. Because the complaints, permission to make the fire pit was granted but nothing to do about the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

Beautiful Stay

Just what our family needed for a peaceful stay. My teenager and college student enjoyed themselves as well. Beautiful cabin with treasures around every corner. Loved the serene setting, very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

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

Unique

This cabin in the woods is so unique and charming, we all loved it! The water access and views are great. I would come back here in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wonderful Lake Cabin with Plenty of Charm

We had a wonderful time at this property, it is a very unique property with a lot of history and charm that we really enjoyed. There was plenty of privacy with many wonderful areas to explore. The lake access is easy with a nice dock which easily accommodated our jet skis. Tara was very responsive to my questions, and I would definitely recommend this property for anyone looking to have a great time at Douglas Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S., Louisville,Ohio

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

Another Great Stay

This was our third stay at the cabin. We have enjoyed each visit. Everything we need was provided and the location on the lake is wonderful. Hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie E. O.

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

Gorgeous, roomy, relaxing stay on the lake

This place has a special place in our hearts; it was our 3rd stay here. We've made so many family memories in the cabin: watching movies, playing games, eating together; and outside: on the deck, in the hot tub, on the lake, in the gorgeous yard. There are many wonderful cabins in the Smokies but none as homey and unique as this one made from log cabins. We will be back, Lord willing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

It is a very magical place to spend a relaxing fun filled week

We enjoyed every day! Our children had a GREAT vacation! Thank you for sharing such a special place with us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harley K.

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

Relaxing and Historic Frontier Cabin.

My family and I enjoyed our stay at this Historic and well maintained Cabin a short drive to all the attractions. The property is private and the scenic view is amazing. We would recommend this cabin to all age groups and look forward to returning ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Loved the cabin!

The cabin and grounds were adorable! We spent a lot of time hanging out at the cabin in the evenings preparing meals, eating, playing cards, watching movies and we had a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randi I.

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

Family friendly

Upon arrival Tara greeted us and gave us a tour of the property which was amazing to hear the history of the home. Plenty of comfy sleeping arrangements and the outdoor space was spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

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

Spring Break

Very unique, quirky, comfortable. Sleeps lots of people! Lovely views and beautiful stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Awesome!

Loved the rustic cabin, the lake, and the mountains being right there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Erica N.

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

Perfect Getaway

We had the best time! Love the house. We plan to come back during the summer when the lake is higher.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Best cabin ever!

We absolutely love our annual girls weekend at this cabin!! It is so homey and eclectic- the hot tub is fantastic, beds are comfy and kitchen is well stocked! We hope to be coming up this weekend for many years to come! Thank you so much for sharing your stunning home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob S., Louisville,Ohio

Awesome Cabin on the Lake

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. It had all the conviences we needed. The cabin was well appointed and a fun place to stay. The owner and agent were very responsive to the few questions we had. The neighbor's dogs were daily visitors and we completely enjoyed them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Such a great place!

We took a girls trip to the Pioneer Trading post and could not have asked for a better cabin and location. Everything was perfect from the kitchen to the lake dock to the bedrooms. Every person in our group couldn't help but go on and on about the charm and character inside and out. We had such a great, relaxing time and will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing unique cabin

We had 3 generations on this trip ages 19 to mid 80s. Everyone had a fantastic time. Rented a boat and was able to pull it right up to the dock. Cook of the family loved the stove! My 6 foot son even slept in the loft. The in laws took lots of wonderful walks around the property. Front yard was perfect for a family corn hole competition. Personally i loved the porch bed! Several nights of playing games as a family and incredible laughs. This cabin took you back in time yes was extremely comfortable and had enough modern touches to make all ages comfortable. The only thing i would recommend is updating the listing here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was very relaxing and loved by all. Appreciate that it was stocked with everything we needed! We all felt right at home and enjoyed the love that was definately shown in preparing this vacation rental. If anyone needed a quiet spot you could find several private cozy places. My only comment would be that the houskkeeping completely clean and remove items out of the refrigerator! I was not happy when we opened the door to put our food in it. Otherwise, we will definitely come back. Thank you for caring about your renters opinions.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Wonderful family vacation spot

Great cabin. Loved the dock. Was able to rent a boat locally and move in and out of the cove with ease. Even the local rock eating dog kept the kids well entertained. We would have been happier if we had been able to get a handicap family member to the dock to fish. The house was well furnished. Having it on a large property made you feel far away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Relaxing

Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. If you want to get away from everyone this is the best place. There is so much room in this home that you wouldn't even know if someone was out of the bed at the other end of the house. The picture's don't do justice this place is amazing. Hope to see ya again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Beautiful property with comfortable beds and lake access. We enjoyed the common areas

This home had everything we wanted. Loved the decks and outside spaces. We struggled with the convection oven and never figured it out in either mode. Lots of towels, ceiling fans, washer dryer, loaner cooler, house is set up for all you could need. Comes with a very sweet neighborhood dog that visits everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Manager:Tara Meadows.

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We love the great outdoors. We enjoy good food and coming together around the large harvest table at the Pioneer. The cabin belonged to our Granny. Granny was known far and wide as Mountain Mama and she knew the mountains like the back of her hand.

Why they chose this property

When you rent this property you help keep the spirit of old Appalachia alive.
The Pioneer Trading Post was named after our family store originally located in Gatlinburg. The Hand-hewn cabins were built by early Scot Irish settlers with primitive tools.
The building techniques of the early American settlers has stood the test of time.
Each log is a work of art.
The cabin is going on 200 years old and it will stand another 200 years.
The Pioneer Trading Post is a living museum to a people, their unique way of life and their land.

What makes this property unique

Guests get to experience a glimmer of what life might have looked like during the early 1800's, but with all the comforts of modern living. Including High Speed Wifi.
Guests get the pleasure of staying in a real home that was full of love and music.
You will feel right at home as soon as you walk in the door.
Staying at The Pioneer is having the best of both worlds. You have a lake shore vacation that is within easy driving distance of the mountains and all the action of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
You will have the entire secluded, 5 acre peninsula to yourself with unencumbered views of the lake.

Languages:

English

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