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Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests

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Front Entrance to Cottage. Gas Weber Grill. Double gated deck.
Front Porch / Deck under the Cherry Tree
Private kitchen
Kitchen with pass through to Living Room
Dining Area and Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5122.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests

The Mansard House is one of three cottages offered by Havens on the Ridge in Pigeon Forge, TN, where you’ll find a far-away feeling complimented by close-to-everything convenience. If you’re vacationing as a small group or have a larger party for whom you would like to secure same-site lodging, please consider visiting our other cottages: The Gathering House (VRBO# 799279) and The Blackburn House (VRBO # 820654).

With 2 queen BRs and 2 full BAs ...reclining sofa/love seat...and a futon sleeper sofa, The Mansard House comfortably accommodates 2-5 guests. One bedroom is on the main floor with HDTV, adjacent full bath, and walk-out access to the backyard patio. The other bedroom is located in a spacious upstairs loft that also includes a futon sleeper and HDTV. The second full bath is off of the downstairs living area which is where the washer & dryer are located.

Interior features include hardwood floors throughout, a fully equipped country kitchen, dining area (seats 6), living area with reclining sofa & love seat, 52" HDTV, Wi-Fi Internet, and an assortment of books/games/movies. Hair dryers, iron, and ironing board are provided as are linens and towels....even utility towels for use with your pet in the event of rain!

Exterior areas for chillin’ & grillin’ include deck, patio, and gas grill. The front deck has table w/chairs, and the shady backyard patio provides outdoor seating. Fencing around the property ensures your pet's safety..

Quaint charm, unique features, and attention to detail, create a very relaxing and enjoyable accommodation in The Mansard House..

Property manager

Tim Kresica
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No on-site activities for young children.
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Exceptions may apply. Advise your details
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only ...
PARKING - There is adequate roomy parking for 2 vehicles. A third vehicle is allowed for day visits only (not overnight).
We cannot accept RV's, Trailers, Car Haulers, etc. Pickup trucks, SUV's, and automobiles are fine.
Traveler must have a conversation with the owner within 24 hours of booking. The owner reserves the right to cancel any reservation 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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pigeon Forge

Located in Pigeon Forge, this cottage 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 popular attractions include Dollywood's Splash Country and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Dollywood and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pigeon Forge, TN

What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Ziplines - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Old Mill - 12 min drive - 6.5 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 15 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 15 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Mill Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Forge Distillery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Charm, Pets (2 Max) welcome, Pigeon Forge, 2-4 guests located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Smoky Mountain Ziplines and within 6 miles (10 km) of Island at Pigeon Forge and LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge. Dollywood's Splash Country and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 191 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

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

Peaceful

Nice, peaceful place up in the mountains. So close to town but you feel so far awaybecause its so peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tammie S.

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

Very Close to Mountain Mist Farms

Overall very happy with our stay and Tim was a fantastic host. Location was perfect for our needs - close to Mountain Mist Farms Wedding Venue and allowed our fur babies AND yard was fenced, as well as gates strategically positioned to keep them contained and safe. Cabin was nicely appointed for our atay. A few housekeeping items - Gate repair to front porch (spindle was broken); detail cleaning, i.e., cobweb & other debris on window sills, behind furniture & doors; some exterior upkeep of wood trim and replace rotting steps down to one of the fenced areas. These items didn’t affect our stay, but should be addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie S.

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

Enjoyed our stay at Unique Charm

Large rooms with comfortable furnishings. 2 steps up to living room. Stain glasses were beautiful. Everything needed was supplied. Bed was comfortable, but very squeaky. Great communication with manager. Very little traffic on narrow and curvy roads up to house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Smokey Mountain Cabin

Cabin was in a beautiful location, quiet, clean and close to Pigeon Forge. Only issue was beds were comfortable, but “noisy”, great value though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

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

Wanda

Very nice,clean cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

mike s.

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

Quiet location but still close to town

The cabin was in a quiet location. Interior is accurately represented in photos. Fenced yard was a nice feature for our dog. Everything was clean and welcoming on our arrival. Communication with host was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickie P.

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

Another great stay.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this property. This was our second time staying here and would stay here again if coming to the area. Great location and place to stay if you’re traveling with dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eric H.

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

Great Place

The location was amazing, the place was secluded, and the caretaker was great.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie A.

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

Clean and Peaceful

Quiet,comfortable house. A/C units keep the house nice and cool. The upstairs has separate A/C that keeps it from getting hot. It is about a mile from a Farm Winery and 15 min drive to Kroger grocery store. You need to drive slow on the one lane road that the house is located on. I would plan on getting there before dark especailly if you are not used to garvel narrow roads. The road takes a sharp turn just beffore you get to the house. Having a GPS is a must for getting around smartly. I liked that it had a fenced in yard for our two dogs. We still went outside with them especially at night. There is a motion light on the shed that was very helpful and needed. There is warnings of bears around and you must keep your food and trash in the house. You need to keep the doors locked too. We never saw any bears but we did look out for them. I would stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

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

Vacay getaway

Cute cabin , everything we needed. The fenced yard was wonderful for our fur babies. Close to town, but far enough away for privacy. Definitely one of our favorite cabins. Thank you Tim for your generosity and allowing us to stay on your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Spring break long weekend

This was a great place to stay with our kids and dog! We got to explore Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains! Tim was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Alabama

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

Beautiful Oasis just minutes from the fun

We loved our stay! the house is beautiful and well equipped. The location is just minutes from Pigeon Forge and a few more minutes to Gatlinburg - so we got to do all our favorite things : stroll through town, visit Elkmont, drive in the Smokies and eat at our fav restaurants. We ill be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Great place to take your fur babies

We enjoyed our stay. Very pleasant and quiet. We got some much needed relaxation. We took our German Shepherd which was great because we have a hard time finding places that allow larger dogs. The fenced yard was wonderful. The only fault we found was that the upstairs sheets and bedding had not been washed. There were black spots on the sheets but they had provided laundry detergent and we washed them no problem. Kitchen was stocked well. We did cook a few days and it worked for us. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Great stay!

Very cozy and extremely clean! Would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Peaceful Paradise

Beautiful house perched high up in the Smokies. An amazing spot to rejuvenate with absolutely no unwanted noise! I would readily return to this little retreat! Renters should be aware the driveway up is steep, one lane, and has a couple hairpin turns so may not be appealing to the group who wants to stay out late into the evening or return on that "dark and stormy night". But, the kitchen is well equipped! We adjusted by eating a nice meal out at lunchtime and making use of the lovely, cozy kitchen for some glorious evening dinners. Perfect! Our host, Tim, was an absolute delight and we'd go back just for the chance to catch up with him! You MUST try out this spot! (I only gave the Location 4 stars because of the tricky driveway, although ince used to jt not a huge obstacle. )
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

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

Needed to relax with my pups

It took a bit to navigate my way out onto the main strip to see things but the owner was excellent in getting me perfect instructions to navigate my way. Pups LOVED the cabin. Thanks again Tim for the meeting and discussion and meeting Tuck and Toad!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Cottage off the beaten path.

Peaceful place and close to all the attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Very clean inside and quite

This is a very clean and quite home. We definitely enjoyed our stay and will be back! It’s very convenient to everything, The roads were narrow but what do you expect you’re in the mountains. Tim the owner was very kind and his response time was on point.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Brittany P.

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

Quiet

Quiet place roads are not the best
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V., Cleveland, Ohio

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

Clean and Quiet

Owner great to work with. Close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana O.

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

Great place

It was a cute house and very close to the main strip! Had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Quiet home base, even better than pictures

Place was well stocked, surprisingly spacious, and the fenced yard was super convenient for our pups. Being away from the main drag of pigeon forge was also a welcome feature. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Nashville

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

PERFECTION!

Peaceful, private, felt like home away from home. Our 2 puppies loved all the accessible outdoor space! The deck from the kitchen, the 2 patios off of master bedroom and the huge yard to play in. This cottage will be THE ONLY PLACE we will ever stay when we return to Pigeon Forge. We cannot wait to return. Tim was prompt with his answers and easy and professional to work with. Cottage was even better than the pics! WE LOVED IT! Thank you so much for this wonderful cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

Great rental!

Second time staying at this property. Close to attractions. Great for family and pets. The property manager is very helpful. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Great get-away

The cottage was great! Clean and exactly as pictured. The outside areas where perfect for our dogs and multiple gates allowed us to easily control which area we allowed them in. The area was quiet and calm. Everything we needed was provided. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim Kresica

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I achieved and enjoyed success within the building products industry for many years. Born and raised in Chicago, my education and career path eventually led to opportunities in both Florida and North Carolina. In 2014, the majesty of the Great Smoky Mountains beckoned me to Tennessee where I now live and work as Resident Manager of Havens on the Ridge in Pigeon Forge.

My work ethic has always been on a dedication to rendering quality products and services, and fulfilling customer needs in an uplifting, positive way. With every undertaking and objective, I apply my belief that attention to details is important. Havens on the Ridge reflect and confirm this belief.
Personally, Tim enjoys amateur photography….engages the great outdoors…..and embraces faith-based worship.

Why they chose this property

Eastern Tennessee's beauty, tempo, and sense of community are enjoyable throughout four distinct seasons. Prompted by a lifelong affection for the Great Smoky Mountains, my real estate search led to a unique opportunity for developing an existing property into a mountain retreat for adults desiring tranquil, serene respite on a year-round basis. Havens on the Ridge is ideally located a short distance from nature's towering majesty as well as the entertainment and adventures of Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.

The property was originally owned by The Blackburn Family whose family tree includes Michael Blackburn who achieved notoriety as the World's Greatest Sharpshooter. It's history sparked a special interest within me, and each day I'm thankful to now call Havens on the Ridge my home.

What makes this property unique

Beyond the tranquility, privacy, and comfort of Havens on the Ridge, we strive to provide a "home-away-from-home" getaway that also offers an "away from it all" feeling at the same time. Having a Resident Manager onsite ensures any need or issue that might arise during your stay will be dealt with promptly

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