Family-Friendly Stays in the Smokies & Branson

Thoughtfully designed stays for quality time, lasting memories, and stress-free adventures.

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Stay Somewhere Designed for Family Moments

Vacations should be about connection, not logistics. Our homes are designed for effortless stays so you can focus on what matters—making memories. From well-equipped kitchens to cozy gathering spaces, every detail is crafted for comfort, adventure, and quality time together.

Handpicked Stays for Your Next Family Escape

Each home blends comfort, style, and easy access to unforgettable experiences.

In the Great Smoky Mountains and Branson

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Branson
The Great Smoky Mountains

A Stay That Feels Like Home – But Better

Why Book Direct?

Better Rates
Booking directly with us means that you can potentially get the best rates available for your accommodation.
No Booking Fees
Booking directly with us means that you can potentially get the best rates available for your accommodation.
Better Accomodations
By booking direct you get special accommodations like earlier check-in times and extension discounts.

Designed for Moments That Matter

From morning coffee on the deck to evenings by the fire, our homes are made for meaningful moments. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of adventure or enjoying a slow morning together, every detail is crafted to make your stay seamless and special.

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

Awesome place to stay, we had a small issue with the heat not coming on but someone was there to fix it within hours and the host even refunded us a small portion to buy wood for the fireplace to heat the home until the issue was resolved!

December 2022
Cozy Cottage was clean and well furnished. Our group was interested in hiking, and the cottage was conveniently located near several challenging trails. We would rent again.

December 2022
We loved our stay at the cabin! Gilbert was very accommodating and informative. The cabin is beautiful and clean. Would definitely return

November 2022
Very clean !

November 2022
Fantastic 5-star home! Great location, super clean, kid-friendly, all the comforts of home! The host is super responsive and accommodating! Highly recommend!!

November 2022
Our group had a great stay and the cabin was very well decorated, cleaned, and stocked for our stay.

October 2022
We had a great time at Cozy Creek Cabin. The cabin had all the essentials and is extremely clean and maintained. Check in was very easy and the host keep in constant communication which was nice. I wasn’t sure on the location when I booked but we found the cabin to be in a perfect location. Tucked away in a quiet street and easy access to groceries and breakfast. We were very happy with our stay and hope to return again soon!

October 2022
Very helpful and easy to get checked in. We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful home!

October 2022
The host was fantastic! He checked in with me throughout my stay and was available and willing to assist when we were having issues with the streaming on the television. Great cabin located in a very quiet area and literal minutes from shopping. A little bit further and you’re in downtown Gatlinburg! Would absolutely book here again!

October 2022
The host was 5 stars. The location was perfect for us as we were there for a soccer tournament and less than 2 miles from our event. Some minor issues yet the host responded and took care or will address for the next client. We had a total of 9 people and accommodations were good. We would stay again. We did not venture out and about due to the volume of people, we stayed in and cooked ourselves. All the tools are at the property and use of the gas bbq pit was perfect for us.

September 2022

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