One resort, three front doors.

The Dens sit side by side in the woods of the Great Smoky Mountains — close enough for one big group, private enough for three. Book one cabin for up to 8 guests, or take all three and keep up to 24 together. Every den is pet-friendly and comes with the full lineup: a year-round heated pool, a private pickleball court, an electric sauna, a hot tub and a fire pit.

3 BR · 3 BA · Sleeps 8

Ember Den

The original. A striking modern cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows, a year-round enclosed heated pool, a full-size pickleball court, an electric sauna, a hot tub under the trees and a fire pit for s’mores — plus a signature translucent “Amber” soaking tub in the King Suite.

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3 BR · 3 BA · Sleeps 8

Obsidian Den

Dark, dramatic and design-forward. Unwind beneath soaring ceilings with a heated plunge pool, a hot tub, a sauna, a private pickleball court and a fire pit outside — and a king suite with soaking tub, designer kitchen and chic lounge within.

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3 BR · 3 BA · Sleeps 8

Smoky Opal Den

A calm, light-filled retreat wrapped in forest. A heated plunge pool, hot tub, sauna, pickleball court and fire pit outside; a loft lounge with leather seating, custom shuffleboard and a big-screen TV for movie nights inside.

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Every den comes with the full lineup.

This is what sets the Smoky Dens apart: resort-style amenities at your own front door, open in every season. (Photos: Ember Den.)

Year-round heated pool

Each den has its own enclosed, heated swimming pool — swim in January or July, rain or shine.

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Private pickleball court

Full-size courts steps from your door. Bring your paddles — friendly tournaments are basically mandatory.

Electric sauna & hot tub

Sweat it out in the barrel sauna, then sink into the steaming hot tub under the string lights.

Signature soaking tub

The translucent “Amber” tub in the King Suite — made for long soaks after long trail days.

Start with these experiences.

The Dens put you 15 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, about 20 minutes from Dollywood and minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park — close to Anakeesta, Ober Mountain, hiking trails, restaurants and shopping.

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

America’s most-visited national park, minutes from your door.

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Dollywood

Rides, crafts, music and festivals in nearby Pigeon Forge.

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Cades Cove wildlife loop

Black bears, deer and historic cabins on an 11-mile loop road.

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Waterfall hikes

Walk behind Grotto Falls; chase Rainbow and Abrams Falls.

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Fall color drives

Newfound Gap, Roaring Fork and the parkways in full autumn color.

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House details

• Check-in 4:00 PM · check-out 10:00 AM, via smart-lock self check-in
• Each den sleeps up to 8 guests (maximum occupancy enforced)
• Pet-friendly — up to 2 dogs (50 lbs max each)
• No smoking; no parties or events
• Free on-site parking at every den

Getting here & around

• 15 minutes to downtown Gatlinburg
• About 20 minutes to Dollywood and Pigeon Forge
• Minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Close to Anakeesta, Ober Mountain, hiking trails, restaurants and shopping

Bring the whole crew.

Nine bedrooms, nine bathrooms, three heated pools and three pickleball courts — book Ember, Obsidian and Smoky Opal Dens together and keep up to 24 guests side by side in the Smokies.

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More Smoky Dens guides.

Seasonal activities in the SmokiesFall color, winter lights, spring waterfalls & summer nights. Where to eat near the Smoky DensPancake houses, steakhouses, BBQ, seafood & sweets in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge. Smoky Mountains guest guidebook45+ favorite things to do, from the national park to dinner shows. What’s on this fallFestivals, fairs & seasonal events near Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge.

Zara’s Getaways · The Smoky Dens · Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee