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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 576 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
    5 min drive
  • Traffic Light #10
    8 min drive
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway
    9 min drive
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    75 min drive

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About the area

Gatlinburg

With a stay at this condo, you'll be centrally located in Gatlinburg, within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. .This family-friendly condo is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters.

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • SkyPark - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Everyone Welcome! Private WiFi, Heated Pool, Gas Grills, Catch the View!

Mountain Dewey's borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and is close to the arts & crafts community, theme parks, aquarium & museums, shopping, water sports, nature trails, hiking, dinner shows, and more.

Begin your mornings with a cup of hot coffee on our second-floor balcony with a breathtaking vista that overlooks the town of Pigeon Forge, about 6 miles down the mountain. The same view sparkles after dark with the lights from hundreds of shops, restaurants, and fun places to play. My pictures from our balcony are all taken roughly from the same angle at different times of day, and all seasons of the year.

Our quiet and peaceful condo is on a mountaintop, which is not in town, but near town. Cozy and comfortable, we welcome visitors from all walks of life and backgrounds. Minutes from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the wilderness, there are no limits of places to go and things to see.

Many of our guests comment on how nice it is to have a quiet place to relax after the bustling activities in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge, or a beautiful hike on one of the myriad trails in the Smokies. Theme parks, horseback riding, swimming, biking, water sports, shopping, skiing, and zip-lining are great fun, all of which let you appreciate a good night's sleep! We offer three beds - one queen and two twin/singles. A fifth person could sleep on the sofa if they're not a giant, and there’s also a twin-size inflatable air mattress with an electric pump. Plenty of extra quilts, blankets, and throws are provided. I personally like to wrap up in a quilt when sitting on the balcony.

While the kitchen is compact, it is efficient and equipped well enough for the finest cook to serve a gourmet meal. In addition to the ordinary necessities, we have two coffee makers - a full-sized pot and a single-serve Keurig, an electric hand-mixer, a slow-cooker, blender, toaster, & microwave, and plenty of dishes, glasses, & silverware. There are wire whisks, corkscrews, can openers, measuring utensils, muffin pans, mixing bowls, cutting boards, and sharp knives. The refrigerator has an icemaker. The stove and dishwasher are apartment-sized due to limited space. We also have a set of child-size dishes and silverware for smaller hands. They are dishwasher and microwave safe, so use them with abandon.

A 50" Smart TV with cable is in the living room, and each bedroom has a 40" Smart TV. All three televisions have Blue-ray DVD players, Netflix, and Prime Video. If nothing playing on TV suits you, there's a collection of over 300 DVDs plus about 100 books. We have our own private WiFi server, which is far superior to most other units.

There are 2 hot tubs and a year-round indoor pool as well as a seasonal outdoor pool. We have several pool noodles in the condo, but please bring your own beach towels. Coin-operated laundry facilities are on-site, and firewood is provided for a small fee during the cooler months. The huge free parking lot surrounds the main office building, which includes the indoor pools and laundry facilities.

Although our second-floor balcony is small, we've added a bar-height bistro set with cushioned swivel chairs. This added height above the treetops gives an unobstructed view of the mountains and valley below. You can see all the way to Pigeon Forge and beyond. Each season offers a different view, one more breathtaking than the next. There are mountains as far as the eye can see.

The entire condominium is open for your pleasure. I hope you'll enjoy taking advantage of our games, books, and DVDs in your downtime. We furnish all bed linens and towels, as well as paper goods, toothpaste, shampoo, and soap. There's also dishwashing liquid and dishwasher pods in the kitchen. Additionally, you will find an iron and ironing board, 2 hairdryers, and two hand mirrors.

Our unit is on the second floor, and accessible by stairs only.

Due to the impact of the buildings settling over the years, the sliding door and adjacent window are askew. The window is so far off square that it won't open, so please don't attempt it. Although the sliding door closes all the way, it’s sometimes difficult to lock, so we have provided a wooden wedge to prevent outside entry. Our balcony is fairly high up, therefore it's highly doubtful that it could be accessed anyway, but the wedge gives a better sense of security. It's also possible that the lock may be fixed by the time you read this.

In addition to signing our guestbook, we would appreciate you leaving a review on this site, especially with suggestions as to improvements needed or other ways in which we can make your visit more pleasurable.

We've seen black bears on the premises more than once, which is always a thrill, but it is expressly forbidden to feed them...so no throwing food off the balcony!

Thank you for considering Mountain Dewey's for your stay in the Great Smoky Mountains. We look forward to being your host!

Keywords: Gatlinburg, Affordable, Clean, Smoky Mountains, Ski, Dollywood, Hiking, Hot Tubs, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, View, Arts, Crafts, Photography, Aquarium, Shopping, Nature, Cade's Cove, Wear's Valley, Biking, Horseback Riding, Museums, Trolley, LGBT Friendly, Tramway, Theater, Dolly Parton's Stampede, Ripley's, Outlet Malls, Fall Foliage, WiFi, Anakeesta.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Netflix and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this condo, which also features a water park and a spa tub. Additional features at this condo include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Julie Walls, aka Dewey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 817 sq ft (76 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have games & coloring books for all ages.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Everyone Welcome! Private WiFi, Heated Pool, Gas Grills, Catch the View! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 182 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G., Chardon OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful mountain stay!
Very good, very down home condo. Saw bears and turkeys from the balcony. Weather was wonderful! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 Nights
It was an ok place to stay, older place. Master bathroom shower curtain hangs in tub by 4", makes it dangerous and can't be great to keep it clean. Cable kept going off and on. Instructions for the cable or dish would be great addition (Spectrum remote didn't seem to do anything) Could not get WIFI to work, no network or password on modem. A lot of stuff in the place which made it seem to cluttered.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beary goodtime
Good place to stay. Affordable and nice owner. Fair people. Both pools and hot tubs were nice...saw 7 bears during the week that was awesome. Stayed sun 9/15- sun 9/22 make that they know your arrival date. We got there the place was not cleaned up, because they thought we were coming on the next day. They made things right.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
August in the mountains
Property was great with a great view. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bears every day
Love this location. Seen bears every day of our stay down below the balcony. Even had a bobcat stroll across one evening. Not a brand new property, but still very good. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Reunion Stay
Location, space, and activities were the theme of this VRBO. We had family from three states meet at the 'Unaware Bear' property. We were close to Dollywood, Splash, and the Old Mill. Each family had their own space and we also had plenty of room to get together as a group. Pigeon Forge offered many activities as did the 'Unaware Bear' with games, arcades, a hot tub, and swimming pool access. We enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
The listing is accurate, it is located on the top of mountain you drive up at 20 miles an hour. The feeling of peace and beauty of the mountains surround you. We saw black bear on three separate occasions around the property. Wishing we could stay longer to enjoy hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Little Condo
This was a cozy little condo that had plenty of space for my family. They had provided everything that we may need. I couldn’t get enough of the view. Actually got to see a black bear everyday we were there, which was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

katie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The property was nice. Slight musty smell and the handle and lock on the sliding door to the balcony was broken, practically coming off. We didn’t call the handyman due to this issue having been written in other reviews numerous time, figured our call wouldn’t make a difference. Loved that there were crayons, toys, books, etc provided. I’m these were nice surprises. The kitchen was well stocked with gadgets, and the bathrooms had extra stuff in case toothbrushes were forgotten. The property manager was great about communicating. Very thorough details. We saw bears in the parking lots twice and were told that a car had been broken into by one the night before we arrived. It was nice to see them from the condo though. An indoor swimming pool was mentioned in the description but wasn’t open due to needing to pass an inspection. That was very disappointing as we had already changed into swim suits.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Loeung D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steep and windy to get to.
Stayed here for a soccer tournament. It was a half hour drive. We prepared and ate breakfast here. The condo was clean and cozy. Thanks for sharing your space. Wanted to wash dirty soccer clothes but did not have information on the laundry room. Upon arrival, we spent 30 minutes to find wifi password and link because accesing my cellphone was not easy to do. Also the sliding door is a safety issue. Door would not shut or lock and there was a cold draft inside from this. We left early both mornings and did not return on Sunday after we started the dishwasher. We could not wait for the dishwasher to complete the cycle and put clean dishes up as requested. Other issues... I had to go to my email to find instructions on checkout duties. Did not get a return call on laundry. I highly suggest to have a printed instruction with relevant information to the rental. This could have made our stay more enjoyable. No I would not recommend this place to a friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey Stay
My family and I stayed here for Christmas as our first time in Tennessee. It was a cute little condo at the top of the mountain. I do wish the condo was decorated for Christmas decor like I thought it was going to be. But overall, it was a very quaint place for my family of 5 and we enjoyed the fireplace and the views!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ursula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views
Very clean and well stocked, loved the decor will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Chalet
Wonderful views, very clean and comfortable. Slightly dated interior but still very nice place for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beary nice stay
Nothing fancy. Just a great little condo that is very clean and has an awesome view of the mountains and the downtown lights. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. Also saw a bear! Very cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy a. b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extra amenities & homey condo
Loved it. Clean and we had a quiet visit. No complaints. Had books to read, games to play , dvds to watch & tv channel extras. Will look to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Dennis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smokies
We had a second level room. It would be nice for us older folks to have an elevator to get our luggage up to our room. Living area is small. Beds are wore out and soft. Not good. Furniture as for chairs are out dated and small and uncomfortable. We had a recliner in the living room that was small and broken. The place was way over decorated. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate the place a 5. The stairs are a heartache waiting to happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great place to stay and peaceful. Has Great views of the Smokey Mountains. Close to anything you would want to do. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break
This was a great couple days in a beautiful setting with the fall colors.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall vacation
The property was very clean and comfortable and the views were amazing!!! We enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Denice S., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
The condo was very nice. The view was beautiful. But I have to say I was not happy with the road to the condo. If I’d of had any idea it was like that we would not have rented it. Actually left a day early I wouldn’t have to drive it again. I’m afraid of heights and have panic attacks. Not a good combination. No cell service, and the door didn’t lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breath taking
Very well stocked and breathtaking views of the mountains and awesome sunrises and sunsets
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Issue was tons of noise above us
I would like to start out with the positives. The views from the balcony were great, the place was clean and had everything we needed. The drive up or down might be scary for some with the crazy winding roads. Beautiful views. We did come across a few bears. When we arrived, they were doing some type of work in the unit above us, but the guys were nice enough to tell us they were almost done. The next day, some people arrived, and the floors were very squeaky. Everywhere they walked, you could hear them. They spent the whole weekend cleaning or moving furniture around. Sometimes 11-12pm and sometimes 5-6 AM. I was woke up at 2 AM one morning. I was able to wear earplugs the last night that helped. For me personally, the larger bed was so soft that it felt like it was swallowing me, and I could not get comfortable. My friend in the other room felt like she was going to roll off the bed when she moved. The quality of sleep is why I rated it lower. We did enjoy the place and I hate to leave negative reviews.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mountaintop Views
We completely enjoyed ourselves here.... very comfy apartment had everything we needed... loved the balcony especially... and the instructions sent before checking in were very helpful. We would stay here again - highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Smoky Mountain Getaway
My dad and I loved our stay at Dewey’s! The condo was cute and clean and had everything we needed. We watched a gorgeous sunset every evening from the balcony and had our only black bear sighting from the comfort of the balcony just after sunset. We had a beautiful view of the sunrise on the other side of the parking lot. The drive to the condo has many twists and turns but it is worth it to be surrounded by mountains and beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023