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Reviews of Cozy Hideaway in Sleepy Neighborhood - Dog-Friendly

Cozy Hideaway in Sleepy Neighborhood - Dog-Friendly
Pigeon Forge, TN

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 117 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
This place was perfect for my husband and myself! Quite and cozy!! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Leigh W., Syracuse, New York

Birthday/Christmas trip
Over all the property was fine, nothing great. We did not go to Pigeon Forge to stay in a cabin all the time so we got what we were looking for. It could have been cleaner, the bath tub drained slow, the toilet handle felt like it would fall off at any moment. There was only one wine glass. Just some simple fixes could make the property nicer, but non of the things made for a bad experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2023
Thank you for your review, Leigh and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused your during your stay. We appreciate you letting us know about it and we will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.

8/10 Good

Cheryle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
We landed here as our normal condo was sold last year and is no longer rented. So we are trying to find a new home away from home. The cabin is in a good location. Close to town. Not a busy street. The inside of the cabin was fairly updated. I saw several reviews about the TV, however it worked. With that being said, we were afraid to use the back porch. There’s a broken and busted hot tub (not in listing) to the side and 2 broken chairs. The floor of the porch felt weak and was clearly rotten. There were dead vines all over the outside of the cabin. When we were walking around, we found an empty bag of Hawaiian rolls, several long glue on nails and solo cups, all right off the front porch, in easy view. The chairs on the front porch are always worn. The entire outside needs a good scrubbing. The couches were scraped up and coffee table chew up. I blame that one reckless pet parents, however the cabin should look into fixing that. The tub had mildew at every seam. Will we stay here again? Probably not. Did it do the job? Yes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Katie. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the location, though we apologize for the issues that prevented you from fully enjoying your stay. We wish that you had alerted us to the issues with broken items while in the home so that we could rectify the situation as we worked to fix the issues to which you had alerted us. We take guest feedback seriously and have forwarded all your concerns to the local staff so that we can take the appropriate steps toward a resolution. We will continue to work with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you will give us a second chance to impress you.

4/10 Poor

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Frustrating
Property was clean and check-in easy. We quickly discovered that the TV and internet was not working. We had MANY phone calls, texts, emails from staff, but never any resolution. After 2 days, we decided to cut our trip short a day early. They did refund the last night and some extra back due to loss of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We are so glad you had a great time! We take guest feedback seriously and have forwarded this information to the local staff so they can review and update the home as needed for future guests. We will be sure to follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience and hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Nice stay
Toilet got stopped up took awhile for someone to respond but they did show up and fix the problem. Need new toaster
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay, especially since the toilet got stopped and some amenities need to be updated. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we will follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure our service standards are fully met. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We look forward to hosting your next stay!

8/10 Good

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin is very nice, parking tight and the compost waste sight nearby, would smell frequently.
The cabin is very nice and well equipped. We arrived with Some of the front window blind damaged and used a towel the whole time we were there, the shower head broke and was replaced, staff very nice on the phone with issues we had. Would rent again but probably a different area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

John S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unhappy
No
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael D.

Not satisfied
It was not very clean. It looked like it hadn’t been looked at in a while. It was dusty and the floor was mopped with dirty water. The back deck was small and looked like the bannister would fall off if you leaned on it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
The location of the property was nice and close to everything In pigeon forge. The cabin itself looks bigger than it is in the photos. The back porch is very rickety and as a bigger person I did not feel comfortable walking out there when my fiancé who is very much smaller than me was shaking the porch and making boards move and it clearly looked like it was rotting. The cable did not work and the remote batteries were dead so we had to go buy more batteries and it still did not work at all. The hot tub is on the back deck but it does not work at all and looked terribly dirty. The emails said there was cable and said the hot tub was cleaned. The shower/tub is very small as well. The floor in the bedroom and bathroom area has spots that are uneven as well. Luckily it was a short birthday trip so we were not at the cabin a lot. I would not visit this cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
We really enjoyed the cabin. It was cozy and very clean. We would hand been more thrilled if the hot tub on the back porch had been in working order. Overall, it was a nice weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kristin W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very expensive basic lodging
This cabin has many basic amenities that you would need such as kitchen cookware, extra blankets, washer/dryer, etc. My husband, dog, and I stayed here for four nights during Christmas week. Our stay was below average. We knew the hot tub did not work based on past reviews and it is not listed as an amenity, but it does just sit on the back deck empty, non functional, and takes up a lot of space. Vaasa does email saying it’s been cleaned and filled before visiting for your stay, but it must be a generic message that is not modified for this specific cabin. We did smell a strong odor of urine in the cabin, that we could not find for two days, which was disappointing given the cleaning fee. We found the source on the curtains near the patio door and one of the pillows on the bed. I called Vacasa and they said they would “write a note about it”. Luckily, it was easy for me to throw the curtains into the washing machine to get rid of the urine smell and I threw the urine pillow in the closet. A woman came by a few hours later unannounced to bring us two new pillows and pillowcases and she took the urine pillow with her. The couch has a pull out sofa that I laid on for 10 minutes because I struggled sleeping in the bed with all the lights on near the tv. The pull out bed needs to be thrown away and replaced. The springs dug into my ribs and felt super uncomfortable. I decided to turn off the electronics near the actual bed to sleep there. The parking was a struggle for a 4 door Toyota Tundra, but we made it work. The light outside did not work so I had to use my phone light to guide my dog outside for bathroom breaks in the dark. I took a light bulb from the bed lamp side and placed it outside for us to safely walk in front of the cabin with our dog. The ac is very noisy and could not self regulate properly. We left it on “econ | 70 | auto” and we would go to bed hot and wake up in the middle of the night freezing cold. It was about 63-67 outside during our stay. It was colder inside than outside. We do not recommend and wouldn’t use this location or cabin for a romantic getaway in the future. Looking back, it would have been more comfortable and less expensive for us to stay in a hotel room.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hi Kristin, we are sorry to hear that you were so disappointed with your visit. We appreciate that you reached out so that we could assist. We are working with our local team to make improvements based on your suggestions. We are also reviewing the sleeper sofa to ensure that it is in a comfortable condition. We hope to host you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Vickie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected visitor
This was our first time renting a cabin. We had a pleasant stay. Location was in a short distance for shopping and entertainment. We had an unexpected visitor on our third night. I placed garbage in the can outside on the front deck earlier in the day and a bear couldn't resist. Heard a noise later that night. I opened the door and caught him about to tear into the garbage. He was as startled as I was. I didn't think about inviting a bear on our vacation. Lol. It was a pleasant surprise and also a little frightening. All was good though.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

tony k., Greencastle, Pa.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on a hill
Nice clean cabin. Driveway was quite steep, and parking tight. When we arrived I had to reconnect the wifi/cable box. Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
Discouraging that the hot tub did not work for our honeymoon but overall the cabin was cute and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Stephanie R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location good but...
Location was great but very tiny cabin for 2 adults and dogs. Driveway was tight parking. Cabin was somewhat clean. Could use dusting and linens had hair from previous tenants on them. TV not great set up and couch was uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Stephanie, we are sorry to have been unable to provide you with a pleasant and relaxing vacation experience. We strive to maintain a standard of excellence in home cleanliness and upkeep for the comfort of our guests in addition to being readily available to assist in addressing any questions or concerns that might arise. We would have been happy to address any areas in need of additional attention during your stay had we been notified. e passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guest’s preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall very good
Overall a very welcoming place even though somewhat dated. Hot tub not serviced, but that wasn’t an issue for us. Inside I have no negative comments, only positive. Only issue outside was the proximity of the waste management plant, which due to the wind patterns these days, caused a faint trash smell. Overall a very good experience. I would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Stephan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horrible
Room did not have hot tub as listed and couldn’t sit on balcony at night due to massive amount of flying insects
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Tommy B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Getting what u pay for
The box spring was broke the mgt brought another an exchanged but the one they brought look like it came out of garbage! The interior was dirty! When I booked the amenities said hot tub but did not work when I called said that amenity was deleted! The good part was quite ! Parking is for a compact car!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hi Tommy, Your feedback is greatly appreciated thank you for submitting it. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you encountered during your stay with the hot tub not being an amenity any longer and the box spring broke. We're happy to report the box spring was replaced! We will follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your feedback. We hope for another opportunity to host you again soon, for a much more enjoyable stay!

4/10 Poor

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Misleading
It was a nice stay. I was rubbed the wrong way because I felt I was mislead then lied to about the hot tub. Prior to arrival I was sent an email stating hot tub was cleaned and filled for my stay. When i arrived hot tub had pieces inside it and was not filled. Cover had dust on it which let me know it hadnt been used in a while. I called and was told last guest broke it. But if that was the case why was I sent email? It was clear by looking at hot tub it hadnt been used in a while. This could have been told to me ahead of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bearhugs den
Enjoyed this cozy little cabin in a quiet remote setting. Cabin was very clean and private. Just what my wife and I ,along with out 2 dogs needed. We thoroughly enjoyed the R&R that we experienced here. Was disappointed the hot tube wasn't working but it wasn't a big deal. Thanks to the staff for making checking in easy, thanks to cleaning crew for a spotless thorough cleaning and Thanks to anyone else involved with cabin rentals. Will definitely stay again and definitely will recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, a great stay!
Overall, we had a great over night stay. The cabin is cozy and comfortable. The hot tub was really nice too, however, the water wasn’t warm until the next morning, and we were only there one night. So, we only got to use it the next morning. The roof is leaking, and I think needs attention. The ceiling was wet and had a drip. The only other thing I’d complain on was the loose toilet seat. Other than those things, we had a nice time at the cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Mandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great small getaway
This is a great one bedroom place for a couple or small family with the pull out sofa for a little getaway. The hot tub was fantastic on the cold nights and the tv with the cable and added Netflix aloud us to relax before bed. We were also able to bring food and cook breakfast and dinner with the full kitchen. It does have a fireplace which was nice but my only complaint was the heat in the cabin did not heat the whole place. The bathroom was cold all the time. Our overall stay was great though and it had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Building was very clean! Hot tub was clean and great shape! Parking needs work
Photos make it look bigger than it actually is. To be a 5 needs gas grill and a dish washer. The fees that appear on end bill nearly double cost! Smell from near by dump can be gaging
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Karen R.

Totally u safe leaning deck loose railing wallpaper coming off walls dryer going out bed was horribl
Horrible left early hoping for a refund will never recommend Vacasa again and you shouldn’t either
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for leaving your review, Karen. We are so sorry you were unhappy. The deck railing has been addressed, and we are working on the wallpaper. We hope to have a chance to impress you in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Milton M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Hunter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Loved being here. The property was close to everything we love! The cabin itself was cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice for a short stay.
There were quite a few accommodations that we weren't expecting that were nice like the laundry detergent for our clothes and the cookware for our food. The place was pretty clean though I believe the last tenants didn't properly wash the dishes. The property was decent but parking was a little tricky with such a small lot, I would recommend only one car. The worst thing is that this property is down the road from a landfill and if the wind hits just right, it's almost intolerable. We got lucky that we only dealt with it at the beginning and end of our trip, probably due to the rain. Otherwise, it was great on a budget and close to Pigeon Forge and The Island if you are looking for some family fun. Not to mention, Gatlinburg is maybe 20 minutes down the road if you a looking for a few hiking trails or for some more novelty things to do. I enjoyed this little cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hi Shannon, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered with parking and with the location of our home. We appreciate your feedback as we continue to make improvements to our home. We hope to host you again soon!

8/10 Good

Kaela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday trip
This was a very nice trip for my boyfriends birthday. The cabin was exactly as listed; however, I was surprised when arriving to find that the cabin is located close to a solid waste compost facility and you can smell it outside. It’s not the kind of smell you get used to either. I think most people would like if that was in the description before renting out this cabin. Everything else was perfect. Very clean and cozy place to stay. Great location, close to everything you’d want to do in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg. The best part being that we were able to bring our pup with us and he enjoyed himself very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H., Oshkosh, WIh

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cabin.
Easy checking, well equipped- enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

james S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear hugs cabin
The online listing said the cabin had a heart shaped jetted tub inside. That had been taken out but listing had bit been updated. The property mgmt addressed this as soon as we notified them. The fire place is not turned on until November 1st. Otherwise, all was a good visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Libby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
Loved this cabin! Secluded back deck with hot tub and chairs! Comfortable bed, and fully stocked kitchen! We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Kimberly M.

Bear Hugs Cabin
It was a cute small cabin. The few issues we had were some of the light bulbs were burned out and there were mushrooms growing along the inside bathtub. We were also told there was wifi when we booked, but none was on site
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Kimberly! We apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay. We will follow-up with our management team to see that the light bulbs are replaced, and to schedule this home for a seasonal deep clean. We're sorry for any miscommunication regarding amenities, however, this cabin does not advertise as having internet available. We hope you will give us the opportunity to host you again!

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

Clean and very well equipped
We enjoyed everything a out our stay. The location, quite, and all the extras in the cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary A., Corinth, Texas

My stay at Bear Hugs Cabin.
Really enjoyed my stay at the cabin. Enjoyed the heart-shaped bathtub and the hot tub out on the porch. Area was nice and quiet. Enjoyed sitting out on the porch in a rocking chair listening to Nature and reading a book.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Genene H.

Anniversary Trip
We weren’t able to turn the tv off Comedy Central. I’m not sure if it was the batteries in the remote or the T.V. but the remote didn’t allow us to control the T.V. at all. Overalls a great trip and room was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Vanessa K.

Property was very well kept with a pretty view.
The only problem we had with our stay was the smell from the landfill, which was very bad at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chase H., Jasper

Perfect for a couple’s getaway.
Good location between Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and Gatlinburg. Nothing too far away. Very cozy cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Donna H.

Nice, quiet getaway.
1st vacation with our dogs & it was wonderful, thank you. Everything was nice & clean. We brought food to fix & didn't any money to leave the cleaning person, so I feel bad . I will remember next time to bring some next time. We both have very demanding jobs so it was nice not having to do anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Lorry G.

our stay
Property nice. Cabin nice. 2 things needs to be fixed. The big burner in drive works when it wants. And fire/smoke alarm needs battary. Its a shame that the have the landfill down the road. That place smells awful. Other wise rest was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thanks for your feedback, Lorry! We're glad you enjoyed your stay. The big burner on the stove has been thoroughly assessed by local operations, and was found to be in good working order. Also, the fire alarm's battery has been replaced. We hope to host you again soon!

8/10 Good

John J.

Great little romantic place
It has all of the essential needed for a great get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Heather P.

landfill
The cabin was cute and cozy but the smell from the landfill ruined it for me. At times it was so strong that it made me nauseous. If you are sensitive to smells, I do not recommend this cabin. If you are planning on staying gone most of the time, you will be all right.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
We apologize for the issues you encountered and hope you stay with us in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey M.

Very efficient and clean!
We very much enjoyed our stay. Everything was very clean. The hot tub was wonderful and so was the fireplace. The only thing I would like to see changed would be the matress on the bed it wasn't what I am used to sleeping on at home, yet it wasn't terrible. Overall a great experience and we will be staying again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chad Q.

Very cozy
Perfect size for two. Nice little cabin with everything you need. Temp was comfortable upon arrival. Close to everything. Mattress was a little uncomfortable and some dog hair present. It's a pet friendly cabin so it wasn't a big deal. Overall a nice experience and would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Quiet and homey
We came and spent our honeymoon getaway here and have loved it. It’s just outside of the city craziness but is literally 3-5 mins to Walmart and the parkway where everything is located . It’s perfectly fit for anyone to come and feel right at home. Only down sides is that’s it’s located near dump and you can smell it sometimes thought out the day and the parking for this lodge is awful gotta be creative on how to park. But those are things you can over look due to how cute this place is . My husband and myself both agree we will be back in the future .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing!
This cozy little cabin was everything we had hoped it would be and more! The parking was a little tricky and it definitely wouldn’t fit a large vehicle but other than that it was absolutely perfect! I highly recommend staying here and will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Awesome location, clean, and very relaxing!
My husband and I went for our anniversary and it was just perfect! It was quiet and private. The cabin had everything you needed and allowed you the perfect spot to relax! My only complaint was the shower was a bit on the small side, but the jacuzzi tub and hot tub made up for that. The cabin location was perfect, being only minutes away from grocery stores and attractions. There was very little room to park, but in a car it is manageable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Macey B.

Love love loved it!
This place was absolutely perfect. Only about two miles from where all the action is & is super quiet for a private stay. Everyone living/staying around us was so very nice. The cabin was clean & just all around so cozy. We will definitely be back again soon. Three days was not long enough for us.. we can not wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Paul H.

Great Studio Home in Pigeon Forge!
My girlfriend and I recently stayed at this property and enjoyed it very much. It was exactly as advertised and gave us great access to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg & Great Smoky Mountains. We were extremely comfortable during our stay and would definitely stay here again. A few things to note based on prior reviews: 1) The home is located near a landfill, however, we did not notice any "overwhelming" smells during our stay. 2) The parking spot for this home is extremely tight/inconvenient. We figured out how to park our Nissan SUV in front of the house rather easily by the end of the trip, but those with bigger vehicles will definitely have issues. 3) The house is small, but big enough for 2. We had no difficulties with water pressure, hot/cold water, etc. 4) The house is extremely quiet and set off the main roads. Very comfortable "retreat" after days in town. If you're looking for a getaway and need a cabin to be your home base while you experience Gatlinburg or the surrounding area, this cabin will be perfect for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Cheryl R.

Disappointed
I was very disappointed. There was no view and no roof over the entire balcony. Very uncomfortable furniture and too much furniture in bedroom. Dangerous step into Jacuzzi in the middle of the floor on way to bathroom. TV should have been placed in kitchen/living room. Stove and hot tub did not look clean. Maybe just bad maintenance? Driveway not big enough to get into easily. Entire place should have been pictured.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017