Excellent Cabin
Review Submitted: January 6, 2009
Date of Stay: January 2009
We have been to Gatlinburg several times and this was by far the best experience. Our cabin was clean with updated appliances. Both bedrooms were roomy. Bob was great about communicating information to us about rental. We misplaced the lock code to the door and he immediately called us with the information. The layout of the cabin was perfect. Both bedrooms have their own bathroom and the kitchen is better than my kitchen at home! The microwave is new, the dishwasher works well and there are lots of pans, glasses, utensils, etc and even a crock-pot! There are other cabins nearby but they are far enough apart to not have to see other people if you don’t want to.
Our last cabin in Gatlinburg had well water which smelled similar to boiled eggs. In Wa-Ta-Vu cabin, the water had no such fragrance. I was grateful for this!
Previous guests mention seeing the bear known as "Mr. Bear." We did not have this pleasure but my dog did bark at something while she was standing on the porch. The Jacuzzi worked perfectly and was very relaxing. The most impressive part of the Cabin is that everything has small labels and instructions. For example, light switches are labeled as to what they control. There are instructions on the outdoor Jacuzzi and indoor one. The same is also true for the washing machine. Bob emailed me directions and other information right after reserving the cabin. It's obvious that the owner put a lot of effort into guest comfort. I will definitely rent from Bob again.
There is a great diner at the bottom of the mountain (Ridge Road) heading towards downtown Gatlinburg (on 321). I believe it's called Mountain Lodge Restaurant. Breakfast there was exceptional. They are only open until 3pm and we did not try lunch yet but I would expect it to be great. They are reasonably priced. We also liked Duffs Smorgasbord in Pigeon Forge. Greenbrier restaurant is nearby. We went there for a supposed 25 minute wait and after waiting an hour and a half left without eating. I would not recommend this place.
It's a fantastic cabin and a great area. I would 100% recommend this cabin to anyone.
Recommended for:
Pet-friendly,
Girls Getaway,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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