NorthStar River Falls

Ready for a fantastic group getaway in the Smoky Mountains? Book your stay at NorthStar River Falls, a modern-mountain-designed and luxurious group lodge in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Boasting 6 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, and space to sleep up to 26 guests, it’s perfect for a family vacation, a retreat, a reunion, and more! Reconnect with friends, reminisce about good times, and make new memories in NorthStar River Falls!

Spread out across 6 beautiful bedrooms here, with a great mix of bedding for a group. The cabin offers 5 king-size beds, 2 futons, 2 triple bunks, and 3 sleeper sofas. Bedrooms offer TVs, along with conveniences to make guests feel at home. Start days taking in jaw-dropping mountain views, sipping coffee on the deck, or whipping up breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen – which features double appliances and high-end finishes. 

The private indoor pool room is stunning, with gorgeous stone details, awesome mountain views, a waterfall, and custom lighting for an unforgettable night swim. The theater room is perfect for movies anytime, and the rec room pairs great views with games – including a pool table and shuffleboard table. 

Outside, the cabin shines just as bright, with a putting area, outdoor dining, unbelievable mountain views, string lights, a firepit, and lots of seating all around for the group. There is a gas grill for cookouts, a flat driveway for easy arrivals, a bubbling hot tub, and an electric car charger! Plus, the cabin offers a washer/dryer, an electric fireplace, and high speed internet so guests can stay connected when they want. 

Living Room
After a day riding roller coasters at Dollywood, playing miniature golf downtown, shopping at The Island in Pigeon Forge, or taking a scenic drive through Cades Cove, the luxurious, lodge-like living room of NorthStar River Falls will be just the place to settle in. Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows, modern-industrial lighting, a big screen TV, beautiful artwork, plush leather seating, a large coffee table, and room to spread out, the living room is a treat. 

The electric fireplace is a stunning showpiece, and it’s heated for those cool Smoky Mountain nights. Get warm by the fire with a cup of cocoa, play a board game on the coffee table, cozy up with the kids to watch a movie on the big screen TV, or sit back with a glass of local wine or moonshine. 

Kitchen
Another beautiful, modern, and convenient space, the fully equipped kitchen has beautiful painted cabinets, high-end stone countertops, an island with barstools and a sink, 2 double-door refrigerators with bottom-drawer freezers, two ovens with stovetops, 2 microwaves, 2 dishwashers, and smaller conveniences like coffeemakers, a toaster, a knife set, dishes, glassware, utensils, mugs, pots and pans, and cooking tools.  

Easily whip up breakfast before a big hike, pack picnic lunches for a scenic drive through the Great Smoky Mountains, or make a decadent dinner for the group. During the holidays, bring your favorite family recipes for an unforgettable meal! Have big family dinners with the kids or fun adults-only dinners once the little ones have gone to bed. Of course, you’ll also have the amazing mountain views through the windows just beyond!

Dining Area
Sit down for meals together at the 2 dining tables between the living room and kitchen. Each table seats 8, and more guests can spread out to the kitchen island, the living room, and the ample seating outside. The tables sit next to the huge windows that frame amazing Smoky Mountain views – a view you won’t get at any restaurant downtown! 

When it’s not mealtime, clear the tables and set up a game-night space! Bring your favorite board games, bring along decks of cards, put together puzzles on rainy days, color with the kids, do holiday-themed crafts, decorate holiday treats, get some work done, stay on top of homeschooling, or just plan out the next day’s fun!

Private Indoor Pool
A star of this luxury lodge, the private indoor pool is absolutely unbelievable. The high-end room features a beautiful wood ceiling with recessed lighting, gorgeous stone details, a bridge, a waterfall feature, and custom lighting effects. There is even a grotto and a lazy river function! 

You’ll find plenty of places to play, splash, float, and relax in this amazing space. There is a table in the corner where you can enjoy a drink or snack between swims, along with a flatscreen TV for movies while swimming! Forget rainy days getting you down…you can swim year-round in this awesome pool! 

Rec Loft
The indoor pool isn’t the only entertainment at NorthStar River Falls. Head up to the rec loft for some games! Shoot pool, unwind on the leather sofa in front of the big screen TV mounted on the wall, sip a drink on a barstool, or play shuffleboard. As you play and relax here, enjoy the fantastic views of the Great Smoky Mountains as they stretch on. 

Theater Room
Another great place to stay entertained is the theater room! Outfitted with a big screen TV, a beautiful fireplace, a table, plush leather seating, and easy access to the deck, the theater room will be your movie-night spot. Enjoy a sunny day as you chat and relax with friends or close the blinds and get settled in with popcorn, drinks, and movie treats. Stay warm in front of the fireplace on cool mountain nights, flip on the ceiling fan on a warm day, or step outside onto the wraparound deck for some fresh air and the sounds of nature. 

Bedrooms
Each bedroom in NorthStar River Falls is beautifully designed and outfitted with homey conveniences. There is space to sleep up to 26 guests total, with a great mix of bedding for any group. There are 5 king-size beds, 2 triple bunks that kids go crazy for, 2 futons, and 3 sleeper sofas for a full house. Bedrooms have modern décor, custom furniture, and TVs; most have en-suite bathrooms and some have direct deck access!

This luxury lodge also has 7 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom, simplifying the getting ready process for groups. There are shower/tub combos, spacious baths, and beautifully tiled showers for guests. Have a nice bath, easily get ready for a day in town, and then climb into bed to watch TV as you close your eyes. 

Outdoor Spaces
NorthStar River Falls boasts completely unique outdoor spaces that will blow you away! First, the cabin boasts incredible views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Sit back and enjoy the views from the decks or from the patio below. There is tons of outdoor lighting for the perfect nighttime setting, and there is a firepit on the deck and on the patio below. 

Gather around on a cool mountain night or use the grill for a cookout. The deck features a firepit and seating while the patio has another firepit with seating, a hot tub, and…a miniature golf course! The 6-hole astroturf course is fun for all ages, with putters and balls nearby. 

The cabin also has a portico for easy arrivals and unpacking, a flat and paved driveway, parking space for 6 vehicles, and a fairly easy drive up. There is also room to park a trailer and 0 steps up to the front patio.

Other Amenities
As if NorthStar River Falls hadn’t offered enough, there is even more to love here. Enjoy high speed Wi-Fi, a washer/dryer, easy keyless entry (no check-in at an office), and another unique feature – a 240-volt NEMA 14-50 outlet with a 50-amp circuit breaker for an electric car charging station. 

Local Fun
If you can peel yourself away from this amazing lodge, you’ll find even more to do in the Smokies. From arcades, laser tag, go karts, and roller coasters to dinner shows, art galleries, distilleries, and live music, the Great Smoky Mountains knows how to entertain. Annual events showcase talented local artists and musicians, great food, and holiday fun. 

Dollywood
Dolly Parton knows how to entertain all ages! This favorite theme park has carnival games and prizes, kiddie rides and water features, live musicals that will take you back in time, great Southern food, sweet treats, roller coasters, and so much more!

The Escape Game
Love a challenge? Try to break out at The Escape Game at The Island in Pigeon Forge! Solve puzzles, search for clues, hunt for hints, and break out before time runs out! 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Take a hike, go horseback riding, have a picnic by the water, ride bikes, watch for black bears, and look for historic homes and churches in this national park boasting hundreds of miles of trails!