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Escape to These Dreamy Gatlinburg Airbnbs High in the Smokies

Tennessee Epic Stays
by Hannah D. Cooper Jun 24, 2024

Swap skyscrapers for mountains with a cozy getaway to the Smoky Mountains. Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is bursting with cabins, chalets, and lodges where you can unwind without sacrificing your home comforts. This is our pick of the best listings on Airbnb, Gatlinburg, for a dose of the àpres lifestyle whatever the season.

We hope you love the Airbnb Gatlinburg rentals we recommend! Just so you know, Matador may collect a small commission from the links on this page if you decide to book a stay. Listed prices are accurate as of the time of publication.

Gatlinburg Airbnbs with mountain views

You’re coming to Gatlinburg to escape to the mountains, so you might as well have a view of them, right? These Airbnbs in Gatlinburg offer excellent mountain views with large decks and ample space to roam.

Four Sisters

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This stylish lodge in Chalet Village, Gatlinburg, marries modern-day luxury with a wild setting. The internal space is furnished with a sleek kitchen, deep soaking tubs, and limitless natural light courtesy of the massive windows. Each of the five bedrooms has an en-suite attached. Guests have seasonal access to the adjacent clubhouse facilities including a shared heated outdoor pool.

Twelve guests, five bedrooms
Price: $815 per night

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Lookout Loft

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Situated 3 miles from downtown Gatlinburg, the Lookout Loft will captivate you with its thoughtful touches and gorgeous vistas across Mount Le Conte. The private spa and firepit in the backyard are there to keep you toasty on a chilly evening in the mountains. We implore you not to bicker over who gets the loft bedroom with its attached balcony.

Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $270 per night

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Gatlinburg Airbnb with views and luxuries

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This renovated cabin feels surprisingly isolated despite downtown and the Arts and Crafts District being under five miles away. Come rain, shine, or storm, the mountain vistas are incredible inside and out. The loft has a games room and the main lounge is kitted out with decadent leather couches for fireside chitchat. That moon roof makes showering less of a chore.

Eight guests, two bedrooms
Price: $383 per night

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Scandinavian-inspired cabin with Mount Leconte views

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Ever wondered what staying at one of the top 1 percent of Airbnbs gets you? Book this dreamy cabin rental in a chalet community on the edge of town to find out. The octagonal shape is fun, not a single amenity is amiss, and the black and gold fittings add a classy finish. There’s a hot tub on the verandah and two Nintendo consoles and board games indoors.

Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $298 per night

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Wooden cabin surrounded by the Smoky Mountain

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Ten minutes from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, this Tennessee Airbnb with a hot tub gives the luxuries of a hotel and the attitude of a cabin rental. The circular design veers toward lighthouse and treehouse territory – and makes it impossible to avoid the scenery. Spend evenings soaking in the spa with one eye peeled for bears before bunking down in custom-made log beds.

Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $489 per night

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Gatlinburg, TN Airbnbs with private pools

A post-hike swim is in order at these Gatlinburg Airbnbs. Each has a private pool, accented by spectacular surrounding scenery.

Bear Moon Rising

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Vacation rentals with a private indoor swimming pool in Gatlinburg are hard to come by but Bear Moon Rising has you covered. This huge, three-story log cabin is rustically appointed with exposed woodwork throughout. In addition to the heated indoor pool, this Airbnb has two hot tubs. Once you tire of all the rest and relaxation, you can challenge your pals to snooker or a session in the arcade room. The cushy movie theater is perfect for Netflix nights.

Sixteen guests, six bedrooms
Price: $1,000 per night

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Family-friendly luxury cabin in Gatlinburg

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Located in the prestigious Chalet Village near Ober Mountain, this epic Gatlinburg Airbnb has a heated indoor pool, hot tub, and games arcade. It’s spread over three levels with a balcony on each to capitalize on the scenery. Stocked with board games and giant beanbags, the bunk room is perfect for kids and adults. The pool is readied with floats and vests for younger children.

Fourteen guests, three bedrooms
Price: $634 per night

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Top-rated Gatlinburg Airbnb with an indoor pool

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You’ve heard of drive-in movie theaters but how about a swim-in? This cute cabin in the Tennessee woods has exactly that – and a popcorn maker! Switch things up by diving into the hot tub for sunsets. There’s a king bedroom in the attic plus bunks in the recreation room. You’ve got all of the Smokies at your fingertips but this is the kind of vacation pad you’ll struggle to leave.

Six guests, one bedroom
Price: $308 per night

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Gatlinburg cabins on Airbnb

Mountain cabins are the stuff of Insta-dreams. These Gatlinburg cabins are rustic but luxurious, combining the natural escape you’re looking for, splashed with posh flavorings.

Two luxury cabins with a cinema and spa

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Sometimes, one luxury cabin in the mountains isn’t enough. This chic vacation home has two! Each unit consists of a lounge, kitchen, game room, and multiple bedrooms. While one cabin comes with a hot tub, the other features a supersized swim spa. These are positioned on the terraces to capitalize on the scenery. To top it all off, this duo of luxury cabins in Gatlinburg has two home cinemas.

Sixteen guests, ten bedrooms
Price: $1,100 per night

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Once Upon a Time

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One of the most unique Gatlinburg cabins on Airbnb puts you right in the middle of your own fairytale. Instagrammable interiors include a claw-footed bathtub, swings around the kitchen island, and bohemian throws here, there, and everywhere. Hanging egg chairs on the terrace and an oversized sunken spa tub invite you to banish your worries. Events are welcome at this party-friendly cabin with prior approval.

Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $390 per night

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Gatlinburg Cabin

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This downtown Gatlinburg Airbnb hands you the best of both worlds: supreme lodging among nature coupled with a walkable distance to the town center. Spacious interiors are perfectly matched with almost as much external space thanks to the huge wraparound terrace. The elevated location is ideal for taking in the surrounding mountain vistas and keeping a watchful eye out for local black bears. The loft offers infinite entertainment with a ping pong table, a foosball table, and a LEGO wall.

Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $540 per night

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Instagrammable A-frame in the forest

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Don’t make the mistake of booking this Guest Favorite Airbnb for just one night, it’s somewhere you’ll want to linger. The master bedroom nests beneath the peak and the spiced-hued cladding makes the lounge especially cozy once dusk falls. It has a retro games room and a spacious deck for sipping Tennessee moonshine under the stars. Close to downtown, skiing, and trails, it’s a 10/10 across the board.

Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $283 per night

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Mountain lodge near downtown Gatlinburg

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This state-of-the-art cabin mingles sophisticated design with all the latest bells and whistles. A gleaming stainless steel kitchen, posh bathrooms, and ample living space take care of comfort while the whiskey barrel arcade game and mountain-view hot tub handle the entertainment. Attractions and distilleries are a few miles down the drive and black bears make regular jaunts through the backyard.

Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $292 per night

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Gatlinburg treehouses on Airbnb

These Gatlinburg treehouses put you up in the air with great views of the surrounding forestry. Enjoy hot tubs, wraparound decks, and loft bedrooms from which to take in those striking views.

The Whimsical Treehouse

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Embrace hygge at this handcrafted treehouse overlooking the Little Pigeon River. The space consists of a sleeping den kitted out with a bed, his and hers hammock chairs, and a netted relaxation area that peers over the woodland. With a secluded setting a short drive out of town, a fire pit, and private hot tub surrounded by greenery this is perhaps the most romantic Airbnb Gatlinburg proffers.

Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $400 per night

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Tiny houses in Gatlinburg on Airbnb

Life is better when you go small. These Gatlinburg tiny houses on Airbnb are big on adventure, but tiny on size.

Dome at Smoky Mountains Glamping

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Get back to nature with a night at one of these eco-luxe domes – there are four available plus a tiny house with a kitchenette. Set upon a 140-acre patch of farmland, there is a fire pit, kitchen, outdoor shower, and flushable toilets on-site to share with other guests. Kick back on your personal porch during the day before settling down for a night of stargazing from the bed. Dogs are welcome at this pet-friendly Airbnb in Gatlinburg, TN.

Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $110 per night

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Woodland Hobbit-inspired tiny house in the Smokies

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Inspired by Bag End, this tiny house in Gatlinburg, TN, on Airbnb will go down a storm with Tolkein fans. Step through the round doorway into your open-plan living space that fuses rural charms with modern conveniences. A snug bedroom slots into the mezzanine and you have a fully functioning bathroom below. Your backyard is fitted with a firepit emblazoned with Elvish script. Dogs are welcome at this pet-friendly woodland retreat.

Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $130 per night

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Tardis Airbnb with a rooftop oasis

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This larger-than-it-looks tiny house in Gatlinburg will bowl you over: it has a mini bowling arcade and a coffee station that puts Starbucks to shame. The kitchen is so well-stocked you’ll feel guilty about dining out. Head upstairs to the whimsical bedroom, en suite bedroom with a jetted shower, and a terrace den with a hot tub and fire pit. It’s awesome for a couple or small family.

Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $271 per night

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Tiny creekside cottage one mile from Parkway

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Flexible to accommodate lone adventurers, couples, and small families, this tiny house Airbnb near downtown Gatlinburg dates to 1930. It has a private hot tub and patio overlooking the Roaring Fork Stream. The rustic decor is homely and all amenities are accounted for including laundry facilities. It’s only a pity that Tennessee whiskey barrel sink doesn’t contain any liquor.

Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $210 per night

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