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In the Great Smoky Mountains and Branson

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Booking directly with us means that you can potentially get the best rates available for your accommodation.
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By booking direct you get special accommodations like earlier check-in times and extension discounts.

Who We Are

Your Hosts

We are your hosts, Jenn & Gil. We have two young kids and love traveling with them.

 

 

After traveling and staying at other vacation rentals for many years, we made the decision to purchase our first vacation home in the Great Smoky Mountains. We spent months remodeling and refurnishing the cabin and loved every moment of it. We later opened our doors for families to stay at our cabin and haven’t looked back.

 

 

We now have a few cabins, each with it’s own unique draws. Each one has been carefully crafted to make you feel right at home. We are humble to have hosted hundreds of guests through the years and looking forward to sharing our homes with many more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you allow pets?
Some of our properties allows pets. Please refer to each listing to determine if pets are allowed.
What are your check-in and check-out times?
Our check-in starts at 4pm and check-out at 10am. To ensure that we have enough time to clean the property we ask you not to extend these times. Please reach out to us at hello@explorestaytoday.com to see if we are able to make any special accommodations. Depending on availability, we may have packages available.
Is parking available on-site
Yes, we offer on-site parking facilities, making it convenient and hassle-free for you to park your vehicle and have peace of mind throughout your vacation. No need to worry about finding a parking spot!
What amenities are provided in the rental
Our rental properties are equipped with a wide range of amenities to enhance your stay. You can expect amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor patio, high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and in-unit laundry facilities. Feel free to review the property description or contact the host for specific amenities provided in the rental.
What is the cancelation policy?
We understand that plans can change, and we have a flexible cancellation policy. If you need to cancel your reservation, you can receive a full refund if you cancel thirty-days before your scheduled arrival. If cancelation within 14-days before scheduled arrival, a partial refund may be available. Please contact us, and we’ll be happy to assist you with the cancellation process.

Why our guests

LOVE STAYING HERE

A great, family-friendly getaway. Pool in basement is a nice touch for kids. The door to pool can be locked for safety. Owner was wonderfully responsive with minor questions we had during our stay. We loved bringing our dog. You are a short drive from downtown Gatlinburg, but away enough for a peaceful stay. We would stay again in a heart beat. Thanks for a great vacation home!
Bianca
January 2024
Our stay was just what my husband and I needed after a very busy year and holiday season. The surrounding area is nice, quiet and scenic. The hot tub was the perfect ending to the cold, snowy days we had while we were visiting. The house is located very close to town but feels so far away. We used the fireplace daily which made for very cozy and quaint evenings in. Gilbert was very kind and responsive.
Greg & Tiffany
January 2024
Great place to stay in Gatlinburg away from every one. Quite and relaxing cabin with plenty to do inside, arcade games, indoor pool, and hot tub out on the patio. Jus a few minute drive to downtown and Ober, Great Location!
Shannon
January 2024
Gilbert is a very attentive host with quick response times. He has a lovely place that is meticulously designed for the utmost family enjoyment. We had a few questions and concerns that Gilbert took care of right away. The projector by the pool did not work; he sent someone to fix it but it still didn’t work. However, the lack of projector did not get in the way of our family fun! We had a very enjoyable stay.
Andrea
January 2024
Great quiet spot extremely close to downtown. Pool and hot tub for the kids were welcome downtime distractions after a long day doing activities in and around town. A few small hiccups technology and appliance wise, but Gil was very attentive and extremely quick to respond to inquiries and provide clear instructions to work through. Recommend again for stay!
Josh
January 2024
Great stay! My family enjoyed staying here for Christmas. I loved how responsive, understanding, and accommodating the host was. I would definitely recommend this place and I would stay here again. Thank you! Happy holidays!
Araceli
December 2023
Gil was a fantastic communicator. He was able to answer all my questions quickly and even offered to extend our stay. As with any new build, there were some small hiccups that Gil swiftly helped us resolve. The house itself was amazing, and the kids LOVED the room with the bunks. We would definitely stay at this location again.
Tyler
December 2023
We absolutely loved our stay here! We brought 3 kids who thought the bunk room with slide was the coolest thing ever! The adults also enjoyed our rooms and bathrooms. The layout of the place makes it feel huge, there are so many different spots to hang out, both inside & out. The decor is beautiful and fun. The beds were super comfortable and the blankets and linens felt luxurious. (I want to get them for my own house!) We loved that there were board games and arcade games. We had lots of fun while we were there with those. The kitchen was well equipped with extra special touches like coffee syrups and flavored creamers. Gil & Jenn were incredible hosts, always responded very quickly with wonderful communication. Highly recommend and we hope to come back!
Liz
December 2023
This property was finished just in time for our family Christmas Vacation to Branson. This place is beautiful and very well furnished. We changed some of our plans to just enjoy time “at home”. They thought of everything you would want in a rental. I highly recommend this home!
Angela
December 2023
We really enjoyed our stay and felt right at home. The space was well thought out and we would stay there again in a heart beat. Thank you Gilbert for being such a gracious host! You provided a great landing spot for an awesome vacation in Gatlinburg. 5 stars all around! 😊
J.
November 2023
10/10 Would recommend
David
October 2023
Gilbert is an A+ host with a beautiful cabin. My family and I had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay. The drive to Gatlinburg is really easy and close, with Pigeon Forge not far either. We travel to Gatlinburg at least once a year and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Michael
October 2023

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