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Overview
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Higher Ground | Rustic Elegance in Wears Valley
Experience a retreat that feels as though it stepped right out of the pages of Southern Living magazine.
Higher Ground is a beautifully appointed, rustic cabin that perfectly balances country
mountain décor with modern luxury. Nestled in the scenic Wears Valley area, this home
offers a tranquil escape while keeping you perfectly positioned between the quiet charm of Townsend and
the excitement of Pigeon Forge.
🏡 Sophisticated Mountain Living
- Double Master Comfort: This cabin is an ideal choice for two couples traveling together. Both bedrooms feature spacious king-sized beds, ensuring everyone enjoys a restful night’s sleep.
- Spa-Like Relaxation: The master bathroom invites you to sink into luxury with its own private whirlpool bathtub—the perfect way to unwind after a day on the trails.
- Loft Entertainment: Head up to the loft for a friendly match of Air Hockey. This space also features a futon sleeper, providing extra flexibility for your group's sleeping arrangements.
- Cozy Gathering Spaces: Spend your evenings sharing stories in front of the warm gas fireplace in the main living area.
📍 At the Center of Adventure
Located in the heart of Wears Valley, you are just minutes away from the "secret" entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
- Pigeon Forge: Only 10 minutes away for world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Townsend: A short drive in the opposite direction takes you to the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies."
- Gatlinburg: Reach the fun-filled streets of Gatlinburg in approximately 20 minutes.
🚗 Arrival & Property Notes
To ensure a smooth stay at your mountain sanctuary, please keep the following in mind:
- Driveway: Higher Ground features a short, steep driveway. While the property is easily accessible, guests should be comfortable with standard mountain terrain.
- Basement Access: Please note that guests do not have access to the unfinished basement area.
Elevate your vacation experience and find your peace at Higher Ground. Book your Wears Valley escape today!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Out of respect for the holidays and our employees, we do NOT allow ANY check-ins or outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day
NO PETS ALLOWED OF ANY KIND; IN THIS CABIN.
Check-In:
*3 pm - there is NO check-in office, you go straight to the cabin
Check-Out:
*10 am - Please follow our checkout guidelines.
Fireplaces:
*On During: October 1st - April 1st
Common Concerns:
*Road Conditions: Some of our cabins are on steep, narrow, curvy, mountain roads. If you are concerned about road conditions to get to a cabin, please feel free to ask us! None of our cabins requires a 4-wheel drive under normal weather conditions, but some do in inclement weather.
*TV & WiFi: We do have TVs and WiFi in most of our cabins. There are times when heavy cloud cover, weather systems, mountains, or trees will cause problems with the signals. We always want our guests to have the comforts they want on vacation, but there are times we cannot control this problem.
*Pests & Wildlife: Here in the Smoky Mountains, we have lots of native bugs and wildlife. All of our cabins are treated for pests, but there are times you will find bugs or even have trouble with bugs. Please let us know if they are causing trouble; we will handle it as quickly and efficiently as possible. Please never feed, taunt, or approach any wildlife. This is their home, and we are the visitors.
Cancellation Policy:
*$50 cancellation fee
*Before 30 days - you will get all of your money back (-$50)
*Within 30 days - whatever dates we can rebook, this is the amount that we will refund (-$50). Example: if you had 5 nights & we rebooked 4 nights = you will be refunded 4 night+tax+cleaning fee
✨ Peace of Mind & Travel Insurance:
I want your stay to be stress-free and enjoyable. Please take note of the cancellation policy above. Because life can be unpredictable, we encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance for extra peace of mind. This way, you can book with confidence knowing you’re protected no matter what comes up. This can be done at www.insuremytrip.com where you can pick the coverage that suits your situation.
Amenities
General
- Location: Townsend TN
- Square Feet (1392)
- Year Built (2002)
- Linens
- Essentials
- Ceiling Fans (2)
- Non-Smoking
- Washer/Dryer
Safety Features
- Smoke Detector
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
Health & Beauty Items
- Jacuzzi bath
Kitchen
- Mixer
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Stove
- Toaster
- Coffee Maker - Standard: Uses standard coffee filters provided by guest
- Coffee Maker - Keurig: Coffee maker that takes both standard grounds & pods
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Dishes & Utensils
Exterior
- Secluded
- Mountain
- Hillside View
- Deck (1)
- Steep driveway
- Fire Pit
- Grill - Charcoal: Please provide your own charcoal
- # of Steps (1)
Heating & Cooling
- Fireplace - gas: Allowed to be used from Oct 1st until April 1st.
- Heating
- Air Conditioning
Bedroom
- Sofa Sleeper (1)
- King Bed (2)
Entertainment
- TV w/Xfinity Cable (1)
- Wireless Internet
- VCR (2)
- Air Hocky Table
- DVD player (2)
- Television
Guest Reviews
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leonard Bingert (Grayling, MI)
It was a beautiful cabin, excellent location to everything, including the park. Well supplied with everything you need to have a great stay.
William Brown (Callahan, FL)
Great
Charles Brewer (Central, SC)
We enjoyed our stay here. The location was nice. Around 30 min to Dollywood 20 minutes to pigeon forge. The cabin was nicely decorated and clean but could use updates on a few items. Overall a very nice stay.
Brenda Bilbrey (Livingston, TN)
Great Cabin, Very clean and comfortable.
Steve Worthy (Buchanan, GA)
A beautiful cabin in the peaceful Wears Valley area.
William Snyder (Manheim, PA)
This was our second stay in the mountains and this was just as wonderful as the first including thee bears that welcomed us home one day !! Please thank the owners for providing such a wonderful place for us to stay.
Jeannine M. Williams (Lanesville, IN)
It was a delightful, cozy, and comfortable cabin that was so close to all the various activities the area has to offer. We enjoyed sitting out on the porch both morning and evening. We would definitely choose this cabin for future return trips!
Holly Sanders (Morgantown, IN)
We immensely enjoyed this cabin. It was perfect for our family of 6. We had plenty of blankets, towels and a well stocked kitchen. The kids enjoyed the air hockey table. I enjoyed running in the quiet neighborhood. The handbook was so helpful for quick references! We were also thankful for all the dressers as we were able to unpack fully for our 7 day stay!
Debbie Fuqua (Calvert City, KY)
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely cabin. All the comforts of home. Loved the electric recliner. Be aware the driveway is STEEP, and if you have a car low to the ground it will drag if you are not careful. But don't let that stop you from staying here.
Tyler Cagle (Double Springs, AL)
We love it! We will be back!!!
