Dad's Dream Lake Views | Log Cabin | Hot Tub | Resort Pool

$112-846/night
3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths (2 full, 1 half) • Sleeps 3-6
Internet Fireplace Lake View Mountain Pool Hot Tub (more...)

Your stay includes $940.00 in complimentary activities. Just by booking with us, you'll receive free tickets, every day of your stay to top activities like Dollywood, Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway, and more. (One free admission per activity, per day)

A real log cabin with peaceful seasonal lake views, inside a quiet, gated community — and 20 to 30 minutes from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Dollywood on flat, paved roads. No scary driveway, no narrow switchbacks.

Walls of windows in the great room look out over the water and the rolling ridgelines beyond, so the view starts the second you walk in the door. Our first summer guests all led with it. "The views overlooking the lake were breathtaking," one wrote in August — "whether we were enjoying our morning coffee or winding down at the end of the day."

A note on the water, because we'd rather you hear it from us. Douglas Lake is a TVA reservoir, and TVA lowers it roughly 25 feet between late summer and mid-January for flood control, then refills it through spring. Summer and early fall are full pool — water to the treeline, which is the view in most of our photos. In winter the channel narrows, the limestone shelves along the shoreline come out of the water, and with the leaves down you can see further up the valley than you can in July. A different view, but still a view. If you're booking November through March, come for the fireplace-and-hot-tub version of this cabin.

WHAT GUESTS TELL US THEY LOVE
- The view, first and always — one guest called it simply "breathtaking"
- How clean it is — "impeccably clean... spotless, fresh, and extremely well cared for"
- The hot tub after the kids are down — "don't even get me started on the relaxing dips in the hot tub after the kiddos went down"
- The beds — "so cozy to slide into after a long day"
- The deck at dusk — "looking off the deck across the lake feels so serene"

THE SPACE
3 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms (2 full, 1 half) · sleeps 6 · two levels
- Three king beds, one per bedroom. The main-level primary has an ensuite bath with a double vanity and walk-in tiled shower, plus private doors out to the deck.
- Great room with soaring cathedral ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace
- Big open kitchen with an oversized island, built for cooking together, and a dining table with lake and mountain views
- Private hot tub on the covered deck, overlooking the water
- Wraparound deck seating, an open level yard, and a rocking-chair porch off the front entry
- Washer and dryer, fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs, central heat and air

INSIDE THE GATES
The resort pool, clubhouse and community lake access are all a short walk from the front door — guests swim at the pool and walk back. Quiet, gated, well kept.

CHECKOUT IS TWO THINGS
Take the trash out and lock the doors. That's the whole list. No stripping beds, no laundry, no cleaning checklist, no four-page chore sheet on the fridge. You're paying a cleaning fee, so we do the cleaning. Start the dishwasher on your way out if you feel like it — but we're not asking you to.

GOOD TO KNOW
- Check-in 4 PM, check-out 10 AM
- Primary renter must be 21 or older
- No pets, no smoking, no events
- Contactless check-in
- For the safety of our guests and the property, this home has exterior security cameras monitoring the driveway and entrance. There are no cameras inside the home or in any private areas.

**Magnolia Vacation Rentals is not liable for any disruptions, damages, or cancellations caused by acts of God or weather-related events. In accordance with health and safety regulations, all hot tubs are drained, sanitized, and refilled between guest stays. As a result, the hot tub may require additional time to reach optimal temperature and may not be fully heated the first night of your stay. All guests are required to review and sign a renter's agreement prior to check-in. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your reservation against unexpected changes or emergencies.**

Rate Notes Nightly rates vary by season and demand. Weekends, holidays, and peak Smoky Mountain seasons (summer, fall foliage, and the holidays) book up fast — we recommend reserving early to lock in the best rates. Stays of 5+ nights and last-minute openings may qualify for discounted pricing. A refundable security deposit and one-time cleaning fee apply. Reach out anytime for a custom quote or to ask about current specials.

We're a small, family-run team at Magnolia Vacation Rentals, and we genuinely love what we do. Every cabin in our portfolio is hand-selected and personally cared for — and Dad's Dream is one of our favorites. Guests here have called us "super accommodating" and said we "communicated with us wonderfully." We live and work in the area, so we know the best hidden hikes, the must-try restaurants and the can't-miss family attractions. If you need a recommendation or a hand during your stay, we're a quick call or text away.

Sevierville, Tennessee

House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 6
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 21
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Water View
  • Lake View
  • Mountain
General
  • Internet / Wifi
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Baking Sheet
Bathrooms 3 Baths (2 full, 1 half)
  • Main – Shower, Toilet
  • Main Floor – Toilet
  • Upper Bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 3-6
  • Main – 1 King Bed
  • Upstairs – 1 King Bed
  • Bedroom – 1 King Bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Smart TV
Outdoor
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Outdoor Seating
Pool/Spa
  • Communal Pool
  • Hot Tub
Expectations
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Near Lake, River, or Water Body