Close Beside Me

Come home from all your exciting adventures in Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to the gorgeous, inviting setting of Close Beside Me, where up to 8 guests can experience the peaceful seclusion of mountain cabin living. Relaxing wood interiors are well-complemented by homey furnishings and modern amenities.

Two bedrooms house king and queen-size beds, flatscreen TVs, nearby bathroom access, and tranquil wooded views. Perfect for a small group trip for a friends’ getaway, a fishing trip, bachelorette weekend, or annual family vacation, Close Beside Me provides ample space to dine, relax, and spend quality time together in the open-concept kitchen, living, and dining room.

*Gravel road is steep and may be difficult to maneuver.

Close Beside Me’s amenities go well with any kind of adventures you may find yourselves having while visiting Pigeon Forge. After conquering the gorgeous Smoky Mountain trails, tired legs will love the soothing waters of the large indoor jetted tub. Save some money after picking up all those awesome souvenirs from the prime Pigeon Forge shopping areas and cook a homemade meal in the fully loaded kitchen. Bring back a bottle of your favorite wine from the tastings and tours along the Rocky Top Wine Trail and enjoy a couple glasses in the outdoor hot tub in the evenings.

After a day of hiking and fishing along the banks of the Smokies’ prime fishing spots, kick back with cold beers from your Smoky Mountain Brewery growlers on the front porch in the rocking chairs. Upload all your cherished group photos to social media using the cabin’s wireless internet before turning in for the night. All the comforts of home, all the excitement of Pigeon Forge, and all the beauty of wooded and seasonal mountain views await your next dream Smoky Mountains vacation at Close Beside Me.

Living Room
A stacked-stone fireplace, exposed wood beams, and dreamy natural lighting pouring in through the large loft windows create a cozy cabin atmosphere perfect for hosting group games, catching up with friends, and watching movies together. Sink into the plush couch for a peaceful afternoon nap or gather round the large coffee table to play some hilarious rounds of charades or your favorite family board games from home. Pour glasses of wine for everyone before sharing your favorite hiking pictures while a warm fire dances in the gas fireplace with the click of a nob. Kick back with some afternoon TV on the large flatscreen or dive into a good book in the armchair by the window for a peaceful day in the cabin.

Kitchen
Guests will love cooking in this mountain-meets-modern kitchen with all the necessary tools, appliances, and serving plates and utensils already stocked in the cabin and ready to use! The full-size refrigerator is great for storing leftovers from Corky’s Bar-B-Que and The Old Mill or provides ample space for groceries to take advantage of Close Beside Me’s beautiful kitchen.

From your stove-top preparation to the cleanup in the large double sink and dishwasher, dinner is made and cleared easily during your stay. Sip on hot coffee, courtesy of the cabin’s coffeemaker, while enjoying a scone or English muffin at the table on the back deck and use the blender to make your favorite frozen breakfast smoothies or margaritas. When those midnight cravings begin to creep in, simply reheat some of those delicious leftovers in the microwave to enjoy with some late-night TV on the living room flatscreen.

Dining Room
The spacious granite breakfast bar doubles as the cabin’s dining room under the polished log pendant lighting. Plop freshly made pancakes from the frying pan onto everyone’s plates before heading to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The 6 stools provide plenty of seating at the bar while enjoying a delicious dinner. Set up a finger-foods snack bar for everyone to pick over while the weekend’s big game plays in the living room. Sip on your morning coffee while seated in the soft morning light drifting in through the loft windows and check out our blog to see what’s going on during your stay!

Bedrooms
On the entry level, guests can enjoy easy access to the master suite that boasts a cozy king-size bed, closet space, and handrail features. Lush wooded views greet guests through the windows each morning and rejuvenating nights of rest await after finishing a book and turning off the bedside table lamps. Sneak away to the master suite to watch your favorite shows on the large flatscreen TV while the kids watch theirs in the living room. Squeeze in a quick afternoon nap in between Pigeon Forge excursions while lying under the soft breezes of the ceiling fan. Sink into the hot, bubbly waters of the indoor jetted tub before sliding under the soft white linens in bed.

On the upper level, the second bedroom also boasts a flatscreen TV, space to unpack suitcases, and serene wooded views. Pull back the cozy linens of the wood-post queen size bed before climbing in and drifting off to sleep after a relaxing rinse in the spacious walk-in shower in the bathroom just a few steps from the bedroom.

Lounge Area
This lovely little reading nook is the perfect spot to sink into the cushy futon with a good book or your favorite games on your smart device. The wooden chest doubles as coffee table to set your warm morning pick-me-up while relaxing with lovely Smoky Mountain forestry resting through the window. With the futon able to go from couch to bed, it’s just the right size for younger guests to get ample sleep after turning off the nearby lamp.

Outdoor Amenities
Secluded among the Smoky Mountains, take in the therapeutic moments while relaxing on the back deck and rocking on the front porch. Unwind after exciting days in Dollywood with soothing soaks in the bubbly outdoor hot tub. Bring morning coffee to the outdoor dining set to do your morning devotionals or finish writing a few emails while surrounded by the lush forest and soft sounds of wildlife stirring amongst the leaves. Host a cabin cookout on the back deck with ample seating for up to 6 guests to dine. Sunny afternoons are well spent flipping burgers on the charcoal grill in the front yard in between sipping on cold beers and swaying in the rocking chairs on the porch.

Local Fun

Dollywood
Rollercoasters, interactive rides, theatrical shows, delicious eats, and so much more awaits in the magical land of Dollywood, where all the South’s favorite pastimes, good eating, soulful music, and over-the-top holiday celebrations come together to create a surreal theme park.

Corky’s Bar-B-Que
Finger-lickin’ good wings and barbeque great for dining-in or bringing back to enjoy in the cabin after working up a good appetite in Pigeon Forge! Savory sauces and the perfect sides make for good Southern meal.

Pigeon Forge Snow
Snowy lanes to race down-in shorts! As the first attraction of its kind, guests can snow tube make snow angels in a temperature-controlled facility that maintain the interiors at 65 to 70 degrees!

Please note this property is not pet friendly — including service animals. Browse our pet-friendly cabins in Pigeon Forge if you’re planning to bring furry friends!