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Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies

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Nestled in the Smoky Mountains
Welcome to Firefly Haus!
The game room has bunks, pool table, arcade machine, TV, XBox and lots of fun for the family.
Snow on Mt. LeConte
Kitchen, dining and living combined for family gatherings

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16324.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bear Bedroom

1 King Bed

Game Room

4 Single Bunk Beds

Mountain Bedroom

1 King Bed

Squirrel Bedroom

1 King Bed

Treehouse Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bear Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Gameroom Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath

Toilet

Mountain Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Squirrel Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Treehouse Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies

Walk through the front door and your eyes will be bear hugged by an incredible view of Mt. LeConte. Floor to ceiling windows provide a magnificent view of the Smokies. The great room is framed by a native stone fireplace on one side and a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry on the other. The entire haus is luxurious.

The kitchen is well stocked for family meals and includes a double oven, a 5-burner electric stovetop, dishwasher, large farmhouse sink, double-sided fridge and microwave.

A 9' walnut dining table, custom made (by us!) seats ten people. The adjacent kitchen bar seats six more which provides seating for the whole family.

An enormous, covered deck off the kitchen provides your family a great spot to socialize and make memories with the beauty of the Smokies around you.

The main level includes two bedrooms with their own bathrooms, each easily accessible without stairs (great for the grandparents!)

Go up the stairs and enter the "treehouse", a bedroom suite with its own bathroom and deck. Try not to argue on who gets this awesome room with an incredible view of the mountains!

Go down the stairs and enter a giant game room filled with eight bunks, a wet bar, pool table, XBox One, arcade machine and TV. Kids get to enjoy their own space and even their own bathroom.

The "bear" bedroom is down here so mama bears can look after their cubs. Like all the bedrooms, this one was designed with love and includes a deck and its own bathroom with a luxurious walk-in shower.

Walk outside the game room and experience a private, Smoky Mountain backyard. A unique boulder firepit invites you and the kids to enjoy s'mores and take in a star-filled sky. A large, outdoor, charcoal grill is available in the front yard.

Leave time to take a soak in our 6-person hot tub complete with ambient lighting and plenty of jets - even a lounge chair on one side for full relaxation!

We are grateful for you. Thanks for reading our rambling description. We can bearly believe you did it. :)

Property manager

Matt and Laura
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 4:00 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
Guest must sign rental agreement. Security deposit is $750 and refundable. 3% charge applies for refunds due to cancellation.
Maximum occupancy is 16 persons (including children and adults). No pets, smoking or parties.
Do not leave trash outside which attract bears. Do not create open flames inside the house that may activate the sprinklers.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gatlinburg

Located in Chalet Village, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and SkyPark. Travelling with kids? Make time for Gatlinburg Space Needle, or head to an event or a match at The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge. 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

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • SkyPark - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Firefly Haus - Hot Tub, Firepit, 10min to Smokies located?

This family-friendly Gatlinburg cabin is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

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

Fantastic Location in the Mountains

We couldn’t have had a better experience. The house was beautiful, clean, and spacious. It was the perfect place for our group of ten, which included six kids. Perfect location, too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

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

Fufilled a much needed getaway

Beautiful property! We packed a lot, but other than the food we brought, everything was there that we needed. The view was as advertised. It was nice waking up with my wife in the treehouse room every morning and having coffee on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles P., Greensboro, NC

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

Great Vacation Experience

Great experience! Couldn’t have found better a better place to stay and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina D.

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

Graduation Getaway

Firefly Haus was the perfect setting for our family to celebrate our son’s graduation! It is an amazing house- beautifully designed and decorated! The views were spectacular and location was secluded, but still close to everything. Matt and Laura were the best hosts, communicating at every step. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Mountain Getaway

Fantastic home with all amenities to make the stay relaxing and fun. Homeowners are kind and responsive. Conveniently located to local attractions but quiet and peaceful. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Y.

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

Amazing

We travel to Gatlinburg for Thanksgiving every year, and this was by far the best stay. The hosts were exceptional and very accommodating, the location was convenient, and the house was immaculate. 12/10 Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrance S.

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

Simply Perfect!

Perfect Stay! Perfect Property! Just lock your doors, the bears will open them!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

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

Perfect House

I chose this property on its modern looks and layout. It exceeded my expectations! Loaded with amenities. And it was perfect for our family of eight adults and five young children in every respect. Just don’t plan to use the backyard except for sitting by the fire. The bears can appear while you are in the hot tub. Thank you Matt and Laura; you are the greatest hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C.

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

Perfect cabin rental

We had such a lovely time during our stay. This house is truly exceptional down to every little detail. Our toddler loved the bunk beds and all of the adults adored their rooms too. Can't say enough wonderful things about the cabin and our time there. Thank you so much for a wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Awesome Experience!

We had a wonderful stay at the Firefly Haus! Check in was easy, owners were super helpful, house was very spacious and clean. We loved that every bedroom had its own bathroom, and there were even two extra bathrooms. Hot tub was great, as well as the fire pit. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maddy D.

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

Perfect House in the Mountains

We selected this house for a bachelorette party and it could not have been more prefect. The house is just as beautiful as the surrounding mountains. The beds were comfy, the kitchen was fully stocked, plenty of parking, I could go on and on. This was such a fun weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Anniversary Trip

We loved the cabin and all of the amenities. It had everything we needed from cooking to entertainment. My only suggestion would be possibly adding a reflective window tint to the windows in the main room. The sun would shine in where the future was and it heated the room up a good bit. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

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

The perfect vacation home for exploring Gatlinburg and the Smokies

We had a big ask for our trip to Gatlinburg: a house that would accommodate four families with seven total kids, scenic views, big open spaces for dining and entertaining, and easy access to all the sites in the area. Firefly Haus was that and more, and we even got a bear sighting in the backyard! The house was well furnished, clean, and had absolutely beautiful views of the mountains with decks off the main living space and every bedroom. Host communication was excellent from start to finish. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation with our Moms

Firefly Haus was perfect for our elderly Moms. They each had their own bedrooms/bathrooms on the main floor. The home was beautiful and clean. Even tho it rained, we could see the mountains outside the huge windows. I will recommend this home to anyone visiting Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Firefly Haus

Amazing house! Great location! Beautiful views! Owners respond immediately to questions and are extremely helpful. Home is spotless, brand new and well equipped. Loved the basket of goodies that were left for us 😊. I highly recommend this home. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

WOW !!!

Everything and I mean everything was top notch at this location. Cleanliness, communications, organized and breath taking views. If you are fortunate enough to book this property then do it today.. - Reeves Family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Amazing!

We had an amazing stay at the Firefly Haus. The house and views from the house were amazing! We could not have asked for a better family friendly home. The drive to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge were short car rides. My favorite part was being able to sit at the kitchen table and see the beautiful mountain views every day! Communications with Matt and Laura were extremetly efficient and responsive. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge M.

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

Amazing home!!

This home was by far the best rental we've ever stayed in. My entire family was amazed as soon as we walked in the door. Very spacious for the 14 of us. Home was decorated very nice and communication was great with the host. You will not regret booking this home. Stop reading anymore reviews and just book this one now. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marily T.

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

Perfection

This was the first time we traveled to Gatlinburg and we couldn't have picked a more perfect home to stay in. Matt and Laura thought of everything when they built the Firefly Haus. We had 6 boys ranging in ages 8-15 and they had the time of their life in the game room. Us parents enjoyed our time cooking and just being present in the beauty your home provided. The location was great, not far from downtown Gatlinburg, Ober and Anakeesta. We will definitely be returning. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanuja S.

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

Words will not suffice

Firefly Haus is incomparable to any vacation home I’ve stayed in. It’s the most thoughtfully setup house I’ve been in. Very clean, well stocked and close to downtown. The views of the mountains is breathtaking!! Not close to any neighbors, so peaceful. I would recommend you visit the Smokies just so you can stay at Firefly Haus!!! If I could give it a 10 on 5 rating I would!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

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

Best vacation ever!

Gatlinburg is such a great place but the firefly haus was the cherry on top! This home is the most well thought out house we’ve stayed in yet! Every aspect was well thought from the private balcony off each room, to the amazing bathrooms, the fun downstairs room, and the incredible views. It truly made our experience 10/10! With a large party it was able to fit us all with ease and made so many amazing memories! We look forward to coming back and staying in the Firefly Haus again in the future! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

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

Christmas in the mountains

The pictures DO NOT do justice. Matt and Laura opened their home and made us welcome. The welcoming gifts were truly appreciated!! This home has EVERYTHING and it's so warm and cozy. Communication with them was super!! Wish I could give 100 stars!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie B.

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

Beautiful home and great location

Firefly Haus exceeded our expectations. We were in town for a dance competition and the gatlinburg convention center was just 10-12 minutes away down the mountain. Very easy drive. The house and the views are unbelievable. We saw lots of bears! It was soo nice to hang out in town then have our own quiet space at night. Girls loved the basement with the bunk beds and their own space. Lots of additional amenities that we didn’t expect. I would highly recommend firefly haus for your next vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

Incredible!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Firefly Haus over Thanksgiving break. The attention to detail and personal touches made our stay extra special. Having coffee on one of the many decks overlooking the mountains was the perfect start to each day! Our boys were thrilled with the bunk/game room! I’ve been coming to the Smokey’s since the late 80’s and Firefly Haus is definitely at the top of the list of places I’ve stayed. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home. 💗
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Five out of five stars!

We had high expectations given all the glowing reviews. The house and hosts did not disappoint. Adults and kids loved this house. The customer service was outstanding. We loved the self-check-in. The house is in a perfect location. So many mountain rentals we looked at were in sub-divisions. This house felt private, and the views truly were breathtaking. We even had a couple of bears stroll through the yard. We absolutely will book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Laura

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Hi. We're Matt and Laura with our daughter Madeline. We're a little mom and pop team hosting our lovely haus in the Smokies. We love to travel and spend time with family.

Laura's family has been coming here for decades and Grampy (Laura's dad) owns a little condo up the road from the haus.

We love the Smokies and we hope you and your family will too. :)

Why they chose this property

We think you'll love Firefly Haus because it is a custom built, modern home with family vacations in mind. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and deck with patio furniture. The kiddos will love the bunks in the game room. The driveway and parking are easy and accessible. The lot is very private, the view is incredible and it is just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg.

What makes this property unique

Firefly Haus is unique in that it offers a luxurious, modern, custom designed and built home on a private setting with an incredible view of the Smokies. Easy parking, no scary driveways. It is in Gatlinburg city limits and centrally located to the best attractions in the area. Big game room with lots of bunks for the kids. We truly feel it offers a great home for your family vacation.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests