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East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret)

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Etowah, TN
  • Popular LocationRidgewood Golf Club12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTennessee Wesleyan College17 min drive
  • AirportChattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret)

Skip the tourist trap and get the best of mountain life right here in the middle of it all. You will be king of the hill in our beautiful log home that is situated on top of a private 6 acre knob with mountain views. We are located approximately 15 minutes to the Hiwassee River/Cherokee National Forest & 25 minutes from Tellico Plains, Cherohala Skyway, Ocoee River.

Our cozy log home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with 1600sqft to sprawl out in. Wrap around deck sits within the tree tops with great mountain view. Paved, private entrance that leads up to our home with double carport to keep your toys dry.

Motorcycle friendly.

In addition, there is a large wrap around deck with plenty of seating and charcoal grill to do some outdoor cooking. There is also a fire pit in the back for making s'mores.

Details:
* Master bedroom (queen bed)
* Mater bath shower with sitting area
* Guest bedroom #1 (queen bed)
* Guest bedroom #2 (twin bed)
* Guest bedroom #3 (twin bed)
* Loft area (full size, pull out futon)
* Bathroom #2 (full shower/tub)

You will be able to use the entire cabin, you are renting the entire place and not sharing with anyone.
You will have access to a fully operational cabin and only need to bring your suitcase and toothbrush.

Plenty of things to do:
* Paddle or just float down the Hiwassee River
* Hike up to Gee Creek Falls and other numerous waterfalls in the area
* Bike and hike the mountains, National and State parks
* Watch nature from anywhere on the wrap around deck
* Take a nice ride and take in the scenic beauty of the Cherohala Skyway
* Fish for Rainbow Trout
* Whitewater raft the Ocoee River
* Ride the winding turns on the Tail of the Dragon
* Take a ride in an air glider
* Journey on the Hiwassee River Rail Adventure



Property manager

Wayne Westling

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: This includes cigars, vaping, and drugs.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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: Please ensure your children are supervised.

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
Note from host: Don't use our home for large gatherings or parties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

East Tennessee Mountain Life Cabin Etowah
East Tennessee Mountain Life Cabin
East Tennessee Mountain Life Etowah
Tennessee Mountain Life Cabin
East Tennessee Mountain Life
East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret) Cabin
East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret) Etowah
East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret) Cabin Etowah

About the neighborhood

Etowah

Located in Etowah, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ridgewood Golf Club and Cherohala Skyway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park and Hiwassee River. Sunburst Adventures and High Country Adventures are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ridgewood Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park - 16 min drive
  • Tennessee Wesleyan College - 17 min drive
  • Coker Creek Falls Trailhead - 33 min drive
  • Lost Sea Adventure - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmhouse Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Castillo's Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tellico Junction Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is East Tennessee Mountain Life (Best Kept Secret) located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Ridgewood Golf Club, Hiwassee-Ocoee Scenic River State Park, and Hiwassee River. Cook Park and Heritage Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Trip
Perfect location if you are looking to get away but not in a tourist area. Still tons to do and close enough to town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very lovely time spent with family
Location was beautiful had to spend alot of time indoors due to wind and rain. Had a wonderful time for Christmas with the family. Property manager was very attentive to all our needs and concerns. Overall we had a blast just enjoying the family!!! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed at house for wedding in Athens.
Would have given this place 10 stars if I could have. PERFECT place. Host even supplied wood for campfire. Nothing was lacking. Will definitely be back if the need arises. Thank you Wayne and Melissa.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Stay
Great clean home. Good views loved the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Short stay for rest and relaxation and it meet the goal
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with mountain view
The home is well kept but does have some creaky floors. They thought of everything that would make our stay comfortable and even left us a little surprise from the garden! It is in the woods so be careful walking. We came home with chiggers! We always enjoy the train ride, but Cherohala skyway was closed due to flooding. If you enjoy hiking and kayaking this is the perfect place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect gateway
Beautiful home, nice area with a perfect view of the mountains!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time!
Clean Cabin...Great Views...Games/Movies Provided... A great location between Chattanooga and Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Jo V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat!
My family of six had a great time! The cabin was very clean and well decorated. Everything was well thought of with everything you needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Mountains Are Calling...
Wonderful spacious cabin with great mountain views. Wrap-around deck for dining, bbq-ing, game of checkers, afternoon drinks & fire pit for nighttime convos/stories. Super clean & well stocked kitchen of cooking appliances, cookware, etc. Nice linens & bath towels. Owners have kept the kiddos in mind with games, coloring/art items. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We absolutely loved our stay at this Cabin. Beautiful views of the mountains. We especially enjoyed the firepit. I would recommend anyone traveling to this area to stay here. Thanks to the hosts for a memorable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Lovely and cozy home, ample space for family of 6. We loved playing checkers on the porch and never tired of the mountain view from the deck. Easy access to Athens and hiking in the mountains. Definitely would return. The Westlings were great hosts and very responsive the one time we needed to contact them. Definitely would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods minutes from town
For this cabin to be minutes from town, it feels like you’re in the woods. The view is spectacular and the cabin itself is beautiful!! The hosts have thought of everything….in the kitchen they have supplied any gadget you could want, tons of pamphlets/maps on surrounding things to see and do, and many, many games snd movies for rainy days. We LOVED our stay and look forward to staying again for a quick get away
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynell C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting and very comfortable
This property was exactly what we were expecting and what we needed to have a wonderful week-long stay in the area. We spent a lot of time driving to the Smokies, to Chattanooga, to various places to go antique shopping and other interesting places. This was a wonderful place to come back to at the end of the day to relax, enjoy the setting/views and re-charge for the next day's activities. Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey feeling cabin.
House was very nice, neat and clean. Unfortunately neighbor dogg barked almost constantly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time.
The property was very nice and the view was beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Motorcycle Rides
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this cabin. It was ideal for our use. We used the location as home base for our motorcycle rides.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Love the cabin set up and location! Close to groceries and dollar storesss, yet feels quiet and off the beaten path. The family we rented from were very helpful and flexible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ron K., St. Louis County

Liked: Cleanliness
biker riding week in TN
The cabin was very nice with all of the creature comforts. If pulling a trailer, the driveway is a long way at a steep angle - be sure you have a good tow vehicle that can stop on the angle and get started up again. Neighbors dogs ( sounded like 7-10) barked constantly which limited our outdoor deck activity
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Leslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Takes you back to another time.
5 stars until dusk and then the dogs were barking for 2 hours every night. We would just go indoors and everything would be ok. I thought you should know. Enjoyed your area immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
TN motorcycle ride
Wayne and Melissa are awesome hosts with an amazing log home. The house was super clean and easy to access all of the amenities. You can tell they put a lot of thought and effort into the comfort for their guests!! The location is amazing and the views are just as great!! Absolutely will be staying here again!! A big thanks to Wayne and Melissa for a great stay!! Sincerely Adam and the Crew!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V., Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded mountain top getaway
This beautiful home is situated atop a mountain overlooking the valley below and more mountains. The wrap-around porch offers gorgeous views all around. The home itself has everything you need from the kitchen to the bathrooms and laundry. We enjoyed hiking to several beautiful waterfalls, antique shopping in many of the nearby communities, visiting Ruby Falls, Rock City and the Incline Railway at Lookout Mountain, and exploring the Lost Sea Adventure. We definitely recommend this cabin and would love to come back in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin, Amazing views
The cabin was beautiful and very private. The view from the porch was amazing! The property owners were easy to contact and answered questions quickly. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
Perfect for my mother-in-laws birthday weekend, beautiful view, no neighbors, so we could listen to music and dance late. Loved it. Will rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021