Mtn Views | Hot Tub | Fireplace | Arcade & Games

Decorated for Christmas! Picture twelve of your favorite people together in peaceful Wears Valley, surrounded by Smoky Mountain views. Someone’s in the hot tub on a crisp December night. Someone’s racking up wins on 400+ arcade games. Someone’s curled up by the fireplace near the glowing tree. The tree is lit before you arrive, so just bring the presents. The national park is minutes away and Pigeon Forge’s holiday lights an easy drive. Welcome to Woodland Respite. The space Woodland Respite is two homes on one quiet, wooded property—a main house and a separate guest house—surrounded by towering oaks and long mountain views. A big group can spread out here instead of tripping over each other, while still gathering easily for meals, games, evenings around the fire pit, or sunset on the porch. THE MAIN HOUSE The main house sleeps the core of your crew across three bedrooms: a primary suite with a king bed and spa-style wet room, plus two queen bedrooms and two futons for extra flexibility. The wet room features a freestanding soaking tub and separate rain shower together in one bright, tiled retreat. Two full bathrooms keep morning traffic moving. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the living room with natural light and frame the wooded surroundings. At its center, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with a new electric insert offers realistic flames at the touch of a remote, with or without heat, and no wood or smoke to deal with.The adjoining dining area is made for shared meals and game nights, and the fully equipped kitchen has what you need for real cooking, including a dishwasher, electric range, drip coffee maker and Keurig, cookware, dishes, and baking basics. One of our favorite spaces is the screened porch overlooking the Smoky Mountains—a feature you won’t find at every mountain cabin. Start the morning here with coffee and the sounds of the woods, gather for an afternoon game or conversation, or settle in as the sun goes down without giving up the fresh mountain air. Front and back decks provide even more outdoor space. The private hot tub sits just steps from the primary bedroom, tucked beneath the trees for a peaceful soak at the end of a day in the Smokies. THE GUEST HOUSE The separate guest house is where the energy lives—and one of the reasons Woodland Respite works so well for families and multi-generational groups. It has its own living and game room with an 85-inch smart TV, 400+ game arcade console, air hockey, and board games for rainy afternoons or late-night tournaments. The bedroom features a king platform bed beneath a custom loft built by a master carpenter, with two extra-long twin mattresses above—a fun sleeping space for kids, teens, or adventurous adults. A full bathroom makes the guest house independent, giving two households or generations their own space while keeping everyone together on the same property. OUTSIDE The two homes share a quiet, wooded backyard with plenty of places to slow down and enjoy the mountain setting. Follow the stone path to a hammock tucked between the trees, gather around the fire pit for marshmallows and late-night conversations, or cook dinner on the private gas grill and eat outside. Guests also have access to the nearby Honeysuckle Meadows seasonal community pool and catch-and-release fishing pond—another way to spend a relaxed day without heading into town. LOCATION & WHAT’S NEARBY Woodland Respite sits in peaceful Wears Valley, Tennessee, surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can enjoy the quiet of a wooded mountain retreat while still being within easy reach of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and the area's most popular attractions. The Metcalf Bottoms entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about 5 miles away, making it easy to spend the day hiking, picnicking, exploring scenic drives, or playing along the river. River Rat tubing is also about 5 miles away, and the nearby Honeysuckle Meadows community pool and fishing pond offer an easy option for a slower day close to home. Pigeon Forge and its restaurants, shows, attractions, and entertainment are an easy drive, but at the end of the day you come home to Wears Valley—away from the traffic, crowds, and bustle. The access road and driveway are graded and free of the steep switchbacks found at many Smoky Mountain properties. THIS HOME IS BEST FOR Multi-generational family gatherings—grandparents can enjoy quiet mornings on the screened porch while the grandkids take over the arcade in the guest house. Big families and groups of friends who want to be together without being on top of one another—two houses, two living spaces, and multiple gathering areas give everyone room to spread out. Families with young children—a crib, pack ’n play, high chair, kids’ dinnerware, board games, and family-friendly spaces are already here. Groups who want to experience the Smokies without staying in the middle of the crowds—Great Smoky Mountains National Park is close, Pigeon Forge is within easy reach, and peaceful Wears Valley is waiting when you come home. And everyone who desires all of the things that make a Smoky Mountain vacation special: mountain views, a private hot tub, a game room and arcade, a screened porch, a fire pit, and plenty of room to be together. Guest access You'll have exclusive access to the entire property — main house and guest house — plus the private hot tub, fire pit, hammock, decks, and shared seasonal pool. Check-in is self-service with a smart lock, so there's no waiting on a host — punch in your code and you're in. Other things to note Set in a quiet, secluded woodland setting, Woodland Respite is a private home designed for comfort and connection. Enjoy inviting indoor and outdoor spaces with modern amenities, while local favorites and Smoky Mountain attractions remain close by. PARKING Free concrete driveway parking for 3-4 vehicles right on the property, depending on vehicle size. For four — two spaces in front of the main house, one in front of the guest house, and one by the RV garage. The concrete driveway has a fairly steep grade, but it's a straight shot with no switchbacks or tight turns, so it drives easy — and the mountain view at the top makes it worth it. There's no dedicated EV charger on site, so plan to top off in town if you're driving electric HOUSE RULES Check-in is 4:00 PM-12:00 AM, checkout by 10:00 AM. This home sleeps up to 12 guests maximum; please keep to that number for everyone's comfort and safety. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are installed throughout both homes, and we ask that you treat the property, hot tub, and pool with the same care you'd want in your own home. Quiet hours after dark help keep the peace here. Can't wait to host you.