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Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20!

Mountain cabin with a hot tub, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Nestled amongst the pine trees, Hickory Ridge invites you to escape to a rustic retreat with scenic views from every corner. Unwind in the hot tub or challenge your group to a game of pool table fun, while enjoying 3 large balconies and plenty of space in 8 bedrooms.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 20551 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20!

Welcome to Hickory Ridge, an AvantStay home!

Hidden amongst the pine trees, this rustic yet elevated retreat is the perfect place to get away for a while. Surrounded by nature with scenic views from every corner, this large, cabin-style property invites you and your favorite people to embark on an epic trip to the mountains. With 8 bedrooms, 3 large balconies, a hot tub, and a pool table, your group will have plenty of space to spread out and plenty of entertainment to create lasting memories. We can also have s’mores ready for when you arrive!

Nearby Attractions: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee Jed’s (American), Mountain Moonshine Tastings, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Sugarlands Distilling Company, Ole Smoky Distilleries, Bent Creek Golf Course, Pancake Pantry, Hofbrauhaus Restaurant, Cade’s Cove (75 min drive).

If you love spending time in nature, staying active, and celebrating wildlife like us, a trip to Gatlinburg in the Smoky Mountains is a special treat. Located along the Tennessee/North Carolina border and home to the country's most visited national park, the Smokies provide over 800 miles of hiking trails, rivers, waterfalls, and a good chance at a black bear sighting. Over 200 million years old, the ancient mountains allow visitors the unique opportunity to connect with one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world and walk among century-old trees. Talk about a step back in time!

Experience the Smoky Mountains, AvantStay style.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Home Truths:
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- The wood-burning fireplace is located in the main floor living room.
- All bedrooms have electric fireplaces.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.

Parking Details:
Driveway parking for 6–8 vehicles, depending on size.

This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib available. A high chair can be provided upon request with at least 24hrs advanced notice. Just ask and we are happy to accommodate you and your little ones!

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 2 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 3 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 4 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 5 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 6 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 7 / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 8 / Two queen beds with En-suite
+ 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5,928 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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About the area

Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is in the city centre 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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
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Gatlinburg, TN

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Sky Lift featuring mountains and autumn leaves
    Gatlinburg SkyPark
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle and Family Fun Center featuring a small town or village and a garden
    Gatlinburg Space Needle
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gatlinburg
    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tree Bridge
    Anakeesta
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sugarlands Distilling Co.
    3 min drive
  • Puckers Sports Bar
    3 min drive
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
    3 min drive
  • Ole Red
    3 min drive
  • Tennessee Cider Company
    20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20! located?

Located in the heart of Gatlinburg, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Traffic Light #5, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Hickory Ridge by AvantStay | Incredible Private Elevated Cabin | Sleeps 20! Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family vacation was superb while staying here. Beautiful place that has everything you need. Would recommend to anyone who wants a fine place to stay while vacationing in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great for a large family. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroomThe house could use a little updatingWe had a few issues with the coffee maker and grill, but when I contacted the host they responded and corrected any issues immediately.Would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Thanksgiving get away

Great location, amazing views of the mountains and Gatlinburg. Very clean house. Well stocked with all of the items you would need in the kitchen. Defiantly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Annual Family Gathering

We had a great stay with 7 families, parking was a little tight but location was great. The cabin layout was great. We did have a surprise as we were unloading, a bear showed up and was sniffing the back seat of P/U truck but luckily we were able to get him to move on. He came back the next morning and crossed teh street to scale the mountain. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a large cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Living in Luxury

Our one week stay at Hickory Ridge lived up to our high expectations. The large cabin accommodated our group of family and friends very comfortably. The views of Gatlinburg were wonderful, could even hear the music from the porches (although it did not disturb with the doors closed). We were close enough to the town to get there quickly but also enough distance to be away from the hustle of the crowd that busy holiday week. The few small issues we had were resolved quickly with friendly communication from a team of helpful Avant staff. Overall, I’d highly recommend this lovely location, especially for those with a large group. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velma J.

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

Fabulous home for large group

This large and comfortable lodge is ideal! It is exactly as pictured and described, and the property management company is exemplary. Every question or request to them was answered promptly and any concerns immediately addressed. The property itself is amazing, with exceptional views of both Gatlinburg and the Great Smokey Mountains. We spent a week relaxing and enjoying both the property and the surrounding areas. Kitchen is well equipped (at least 30 coffee mugs, as an example), beds are comfortable, linens of good quality. Every bedroom has its own private full bathroom, plus two powder rooms adjacent to common areas. The balconies were delightful with plenty of chairs and side tables for relaxing. The outdoor rocking chairs are so comfortable, we all wanted to bring a couple of them home with us! I highly recommend this fantastic home as a gathering place for family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Good Location, Great Layout

I had my large family stay here for a birthday/retirement celebration. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom, as well as a couple extra bathrooms throughout the house I wasn’t expecting! The location was super close to all of the Gatlinburg action. Very convenient for a group wanting to get into town easily and quickly. The road is a little intimidating, but very doable. We were able to park 7 cars in the driveway with a little engineering. Do not leave even your empty cooler outside. A bear took ours and broke into it. We found it up the road. We weren’t even mad. Kind of excited and impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi K., Fairfax, VA USA

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

Amazing property with a view to match!

Our immediate family and plus-ones of 10 had all the comforts of home. The kitchen was well supplied with loads of dishes, cutlery, and pots and pans, etc…. There were 8 full baths (one for each room) and two common hallway powder rooms on the ground and game room floors as well. No one had to share a bathroom (heaven!) The wi-fi was fast and each TV had Roku on it—although we did bring our own Firestick which also worked well. The AC had multiple air handlers and we could adjust how cool we wanted it on each floor. Teens enjoyed the hot tubs and they functioned well. There were little niceties such as throw blankets, hotel-style soaps, new dish sponge, kitchen towels, and board games/books for our comfort. We easily seated 10 adults in the great room for family game nights. Although we didn’t build a fire or use the gas BBQ grill, everything was there to do so. The view from the expansive balconies was second to none. The 1 mile road up from Gatlinburg was very steep and windy, they aren’t exaggerating when they say no oversized vehicles, but no issues for our cars, F-150, and SUV. Parking for 4 vehicles and one motorcycle was no problem. Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge both easily accessible. Our dogs were welcome (with a fee) which was a big plus for us! The linens were fresh white cotton duvets and each room was well appointed with a fireplace, extra pillows and blankets. I loved this stay and highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well laid out
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Family Reunion

Insanely spacious property providing privacy for all your guests. Location is spot on, just a stones throw from downtown. The AvantStay team is fabulous providing white glove support.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian H.

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

awesome cabin

Very nice and unique place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

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

Beautiful cabin

Love the cabin beautiful location very clean had a few bumps in the road miles the property manager was great we would like to stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Had a blast

We enjoyed being out and away
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharon G.

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

Perfect location!

The location of this house was perfect for the various activities that all family members wanted to participate in! Private bathrooms for each bedroom was definitely a plus as well as balcony doors from each room to view Gatlinburg!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Dawn V.

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

Excellent Stay!

Property had everything we needed, convenience to everything and a beautiful view! We enjoyed our stay with our family for Christmas. There was plenty of room to gather together or have space apart.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

La Tonya C.

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

Wonderful and nice property

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally T.

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

Excellent house

Great customer service by Avantstay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie K.

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

Destination wedding

My (now) husband and I brought our immediate families here for a week and we got married on a mountain look out near by! It was the perfect house and the perfect week. This property helped us make memories for a life time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paul K., Eagleville

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

Family Weekend

Wonderful views from the decks. Plenty of room for several people. Great dining table for up to 14 people. Very private and quiet. Plenty of games to play downstairs for the kids. Had a great stay. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

maria r.

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

Great family vacation

Absolutely loved this home. The concierge service was a great addition. We would absolutely stay here again. We have stayed in other homes that did not live up to the online expectations. This home was wonderful in every way! No home is perfect, but I was very happy with the upkeep in general and the amenities provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene J.

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

Amazing

We stayed at this property with 4 other couples. Every bedroom, except 1, had a king size bed which was important to our group. Also, every bedroom had its own bathroom and fireplace. I would definitely stay here again. Hope to bring my whole family someday, as it is kid friendly. My grandkids would love the game room. Great view of Gaitlynburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina D.

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

Annual May Gatlinburg trip

This house is huge. It is perfect for big families. Parking is only for 4 vehicles. The dryer went during our stay and they had a new one installed the very next day. They were very attentive and addressed any issue right away. It is very close to Gatlinburg. Definitely will stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Prakash P.

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

Really Gem place in Gatlinburg.

This Cain is amazingly situated right in downtown Gatlinburg overlooking some of the best view of mountains and city. Cabin is very spacious, well laid out and stocked well with all the essentials. Only reason I want to give 4.75 stars because the kitchen and bathrooms cabinet are little dated and needs some TLC or replacement. AvantStay staff and property manager Josh was so helpful and responsive for any issue. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Tracey W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Filthy Environment

I would like to speak to someone about this experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

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

Annual Family Vacation

Our family had the best time during our stay at this house. It was large enough to accommodate our whole group and everyone had their own bathroom! A huge plus. We loved seeing black bears on many afternoons and evenings. The concierge service was excellent. Any request was taken care of promptly and very easy to reach. Location was the best! At first we thought the 5 minute drive up the mountain was insane with the narrow winding road but after a few times up and down it was no problem. The house was fully stocked with lots of towels and kitchen accessories. So much to do in the area. We highly recommend this house!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022