On lake.Stay at this Tallassee cabin and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Capitol Theatre and Palace Theater. Maryville College and Tellico Lake are within 16 miles (25 km).
Laurel Valley Golf Course - 31 min drive - 27.5 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 31 min drive - 31.1 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 34 min drive - 31.6 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 34 min drive - 33.4 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
The Barn at Blackberry Farm - 28 min drive
The Dogwood - 30 min drive
The Kerrfew Kabana - 29 min drive
Hillbilly Hangout - 30 min drive
Big Mike's Brew House - 30 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Our Side of Heaven Cabin- Ride the Dragon, w/Hot Tub, Private Lake and Pond
Relax at our Peaceful Mountain Cabin
Welcome to our cozy log cabin retreat nestled in the woods 🌲. Just down the hill you’ll find a private pond or enjoy the nearby community lake 🚣.
Whether you want to unwind around the cabin or head out to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park 🏞️, you’ll love this mountain getaway!
📍 Location: Located in the Top of the World Community between Foothills Parkway and the National Park. Popular spots like Look Rock and Gold Mine Trailhead are right in the neighborhood, and we’re just a short drive to the famous Tail of the Dragon (US 129) 🏍️.
Outdoor Fun: Spacious front porch & back deck. Hot tub for relaxing under the stars Fire pit for roasting marshmallows and sharing campfire stories. BBQ grill for family cookouts 🍔🌭 Plenty of yard space to enjoy 🪵🍂 family fun and a fenced pet yard.
🌿 Whether you’re seeking adventure or just a peaceful place to recharge, our cabin has it all. Come stay with us and make unforgettable mountain memories! 🏔️❤️
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,376 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
I hope you have enjoyed your stay! Thank you for letting us host you and your family.
checkout is 11 Am.
1. Please bag garbage and put it in the bear-resistant cans outside.
2. Please wash your dishes before you leave
3. Please leave all used beds unmade. Please put used towels in or near the laundry room. Please put any wet items in the bathtub.
4. Please close windows and lock doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Pets should potty in the yard. Do not let your pet lift its leg on the rocking chair or squat in the doorway. The porch and deck are for people.
Please provide in the messages a clear picture of government-identification. Example: driver's license, passport, military ID card, or state ID card.
Use utilities responsibly. The air conditioning should not be set lower than 72 degrees and the heating should not be set higher than 70 degrees.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 3 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Please clean up pet hair inside and poop in yard.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Our Side of Heaven Cabin- Ride the Dragon, w/Hot Tub, Private Lake and Pond Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Charidy R.
Aug 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We always enjoy our stay here. We come back as often as we can. It’s the perfect set up for a family of 5 with plenty for everyone! I would highly recommend this cabin!
Charidy R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Memories Made
This was such a sweet place to make precious memories with our family. The cabin was absolutely awesome as were the hosts. No schedule was needed and we just went with the moment. We enjoyed fishing, swimming and making smores. Hope to do it again next summer.
Tammy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time
Perfect place to relax and unwind, deer, fishing, beach, National Park, hiking trails and shopping all close. The only mark we didn’t check off was seeing a bear. Maybe next time! Cabin had everything we needed and more, would definitely recommend and book here again!
Susan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
Jun 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tail of the Dragon
We stayed here for our family trip to the Tail of the Dragon! The cabin is clean and had everything we needed for our stay. You can even get Walmart delivery to the cabin! We loved our stay and plan to stay again! Lisa was very helpful and made everything very pleasant and easy! If you’re looking for a place to stay, look no further!!
Jennifer P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey G.
May 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tail of the dragon
Nice little house pictures don’t do it justice way nicer
Jeffrey G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary J.
Dec 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We wanted to be close to our family for the Christmas week, so we stayed in this house. It was wonderful! We made beautiful memories with friends and family. The house was clean, cozy, and even decorated for Christmas! The dog run was perfect! We hope to return.
Mary J.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca Y.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
Th cabin is beautiful and the perfect distance from Townsend. We enjoyed our stay!
Rebecca Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
Nov 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We traveled here to attend bronco rodeo school, and we’re pleasantly surprised how close to our destination this was and how perfect it was especially since we were traveling with a dog. Great communication with the property owner and great property!
Kathy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Everything was perfect !
Michelle L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Casi I.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lives up to it’s name!
The house was so cozy and easily accessible in all ways. The environment is very relaxing and comfortable. Enough space to never be on top of each other (there were 8 of us there and 3 dogs). Lisa responded very quickly to ANY messages and kept in constant contact the whole time. Any issues were immediately taken care of and they were so wonderful! Best vacation we’ve had yet all because of this wonderful home and the neighborhood it’s in. Perfect for nature lovers or anyone like me who loves to just sit on the porch and relax for hours, shade of trees kept it cool on the porch and the bullied of the porch made it where we cold be outside in a torrential down pour without getting wet at all. Loved this home loved the people and will definitely be telling everyone about it!
Casi I.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
becky
May 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip for an event in the area
The cabin was wonderful, and we enjoyed our stay very much! Everything was spotless, organized, and labeled very well which was greatly appreciated. The matresses were a little too firm for me but I still slept very well, the water pressure was a bit low, the front doors need privacy blinds, and the hot tub could use a little more privacy, otherwise we had a great stay and will definently stay with these fabulous hosts again! Thank You for letting us stay in your cabin!
becky
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen W.
May 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
We had a great time staying here for the Bigfoot Festival. The cabin feels like its in the middle of the woods but the drive to the nearby towns is not bad at all if you need groceries or want to go out to eat. Its the best of both worlds. We had everything we needed, everything was easy to find and the hosts were easy to get in touch with. I'd stay again.
Kathleen W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tamara P.
Apr 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
All Around Excellent Mountain Getaway
My husband and I spent Valentine's Day at this lovely retreat in the TN Mountains, which is just a few hours from our N.C. home. We are animal lovers and part of the animal rescue community, so we were looking for a place that allows pets. This place was perfect. The owners even thought of having a fenced-in area for the dog to stretch her legs. This place had all the great amenities you could want for a relaxing getaway. The owner had thought of everything and provided it for their guests. I HIGHLY Recommend this place for anyone, couples, families, and especially those who want to bring their furry friends!!
Tamara P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
Apr 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway!
This cabin was a beautiful place just on the edge of the Smoky Mountains for our family and dogs to spend a few days away. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. The little lake down the road was perfect for the boys to do some fishing and the location was great to check out some of the tourist attractions over in Townsend. We were able to do a hike right into the National Forest just down the road. We would definitely recommend this place for families!
This place is amazing! We had so much fun and will definitely be returning.
Charidy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marivic D.
Nov 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Indeed a Heaven Cabin
My family and I were so impressed with this cabin. It was exceptionally clean and the check in/out were smooth. The hosts were great and gave us clear & detailed information and kept the communication open just to make sure we had everything we need with regards to the amenities offered. I highly recommend this place for those looking for a secluded getaways.
Marivic D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
brad e.
Oct 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wow, what a cool mountain cabin
Really great location tucked in the mountains. Great access to the Tail of the Dragon as well. Owners are so nice and helpful. Great experience!
brad e.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
David C.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and secluded
We were looking for a place away from towns and with 4 bedrooms and this fit the bill perfectly. It’s clean, fairly secluded 15 minutes from Townsend with plenty of room and beds. We’ll stay again next time we come this way.
David C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michele M., Saint Matthews SC
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Heaven
The cabin was very accommodating and comfortable for 6 adults and 2 dogs, even has a small fenced in area for the dogs. Location was perfect, beautiful area, close to the Lake in The Sky. Host is very responsive.
Michele M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & great communication
The entire process of renting this cabin was smooth. The communication with Lisa was excellent. The location was perfect for enjoying the Smoky Mountain National Park, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Rachel G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
2/10 Terrible
Sharon I.
Jul 1, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Worse experience with a host
The property had piles of dirty in several places throughout the first floor, hair in both showers, and the sponge left to wash the dishes with was disgusting. There were several plug-ins that made it hard for my mother with asthma to breathe, even after unplugging them. I have stayed in the smokies MANY times and am aware of bears. This property has a bear path along the front porch which was not disclosed by the host, but by the lady who cleans the property. I feel that is something that should be mentioned as we had a small child and a dog.
When we contacted the host about our issues she immediately got defensive, started yelling, called us liars and then hung up.
Our experience was so bad that after trying through the host and Vrbo for a refund, which we did not receive, we went ahead and left the property booking another cabin to enjoy the rest of our vacation.
Sharon I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
CHRISTIE W.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and Welcoming
We brought our church youth group to visit Cades Cove and the Tuckaleechee Caverns and wanted a place where we could enjoy spending time together. The cabin was spotless and cozy. The youth enjoyed the hot tub and making s'mores at the firepit. Highly recommend!
CHRISTIE W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason Scott B.
Apr 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a slice of smoky mountain heaven
This place is fantastic and I’m not easily won over ! We’ve stayed at quite a few places in the area since we come quite a bit for the weekend, this cabin is a gem! It’s spacious yet cozy. It will make you consider downsizing and moving to the simple life. The owners have thoughtfully considered everything you might need to feel at home. Everything is labeled and the kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal…. Even a crockpot! My kids absolutely loved it and we felt right at home! The outdoor area is peaceful and beautiful! If you are looking for a smoky mountain escape… look NO further! Lisa and Craig are amazing and attentive and you can tell they really have put their heart and soul into this cabin! This is one of the good ones! Book it or be left with regret! I’m leaving refreshed and I’m can’t wait to book again!
Jason Scott B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacia M.
Apr 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cabin
We really enjoyed the cabin, the accommodations, and the location
Stacia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Ralph W.
Apr 17, 2023
Family weekend trip for the University Of Tennessee Orange versus White Game 2023
The process of renting the cabin and receiving information and instructions went smoothly! There was plenty of room for the six of us to enjoy a weekend together. Everything was labeled and easy to find. Everything listed was available. Upon arrival I did notice places of considerable amounts of dust and the house smelled musty. There was a light bulb blown and we had to change a bulb. Pets are allowed which was great for us. The only downside of taking a pet for me was the yard doesn’t have a lot of grass. My husband is disabled and did have some issues taking a shower. There was no bar on the backside of the tub to hold on to. They do have a bar to assist with getting in but not on the back. Overall it was a good place. We had a great visit, everything was in place and we had plenty of room to enjoy our weekend together. We had two teenagers with us and they were happy! We were able to bring two of our fur babies and have them with us.
Ralph W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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