The Ultimate Smokies Cabin Guide

You can rent a cabin in the Smokies for less than you'd pay for a hotel. We'll show you how. Our tools and tips teach how to pick the perfect cabin and plan a dream vacation―for 2 or 20.

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Are you planning a family vacation or a romantic getaway? Do you need an individual cabin or one that can house a big group? Do you like resorts or crave something different? Our Cabin Finder addresses the needs of all of the above.

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10 Best Ways To Make the Most of the Smokies

With more than two years of research and traveling back and forth to the Smokies, we learned these things the hard way. Learn from our mistakes.

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Undiscovered Drives in the Smokies

Top 10 Things to Do Outside in the Smokies

Not to worry - our favorite outdoor activities in the Smokies won't tucker you out - try the theme park at Dollywood, tubing in Townsend, Hill Billy Mini Golf in Gatlinburg, shopping, and eating pancakes.

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Editor's Picks: Best of the Smokies

Get the best of everything - best family restaurant, best outing for a day, and the best hidden gems.

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Editor's Travel Tips: Fill a Suitcase to the Max

Pack These Essentials

You should find linens, towels, toilet, paper and dish soap in most cabins. But we noticed a few essentials that you can't always count on.

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Ask These Questions

Make these inquiries with the rental company and there will be no surprises later.

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Pet's Place

Pet-friendly Cabins in the Smokies

Some companies have a few pet-friendly properties―usually at the cabin owners' discretion. Most require a pet deposit that's charged on your credit card before you arrive and refunded after you leave. Some charge a per-visit or daily pet fee that is non-refundable.

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