We stayed at the Ranger’s Retreat for 4 nights and it was an amazing experience overall! The host, Zach, was great and very responsive and helpful when I reached out through the Vrbo app.
Check-in was smooth and seamless using the provided access code on the smart lock.
The cabin itself was perfect. It was spotless and you could tell a lot of time was spent on the preparation between renters. The hot tub was wonderful and the bed was extremely comfortable which made it easy to recover and get some rest after long days of hiking.
The location was also a great. We wanted something in the mountains, surrounded by nature, with some seclusion which is exactly what we got. The view from the front porch was beautiful with unobstructed views of the mountains and downtown Gatlinburg in the distance.
Even with the quiet and privacy we had, it was still just a short drive to downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and the National Park. We felt like we had easy access to all the major attractions in the area.
Overall, it was a great place to stay. I rarely ever waste time in hotels or rentals when traveling because I like to get out and experience whatever location we’re visiting. This is one of those very rare times that we wanted to stay in and enjoy the amenities we had at our disposal due to the beautiful views, peace, quiet and comfort that the Ranger’s Retreat offers. We’ll definitely be coming back again during our next visit to eastern Tennessee!