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Smoky Mountain Memories Floor Plan - Main Level

Smoky Mountain Memories Floor Plan - Lower Level

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FREE FUN INCLUDED EVERY DAY! We have hand picked a variety of offers from top attractions and given you one of each, for free, for every day of your stay. Attractions include Dollywood, Soaky Mountain Water Park, Wonderworks, and many more! You can use all or none of these freebies each day; it’s completely up to you. In addition to our FREE activities, we also offer several additional activities at a discounted rate.

Smoky Mountain Memories is the former residence of the founders of Mountain Laurel Chalets, Ralph and Dorothy Egli. The house has been painstakingly transformed into a retreat that honors their continuing legacy and provides the finest in vacation living. It is now part of The 100 Collection, a prestigious curation of rental properties across the US. As some of the first homeowners on Ski Mountain, the Egli's were blessed to secure a sizable piece of property that offers a sprawling side yard with fire pit, hot tub, and cozy woods. The upper level of the lot offers magnificent views of Mt. LeConte from a large party deck with rocking chairs. There’s even a quaint playhouse in the yard for children to enjoy! Effective June 2023, the gas grill has been removed due to increased bear activity in the area. New oversized charcoal grill insures everyone's burger will be ready at the same time.

Upon entering the chalet, you’ll immediately feel as if you’ve returned home. The entry hall and sitting area set the mood for relaxation and peace. The open, airy kitchen attracts the culinary artists in your group who will love the sub-zero refrigerator, double ovens, and warming drawer. A few more steps takes you into the wood-lined sun room with a wall of windows that frame the beauty of the mountains, along with a gas fireplace will warm you up on cold nights.

Each king bedroom has a large screen smart TV on which you can access Netflix (with your account) and other online services, connected to the home’s robust WiFi. See the floor plan at the end of the pictures for layout.

The fun starts when you venture downstairs. A theater room with an 80” smart TV and 14 leather recliners takes movie night to a new level, or catch the latest ball game with the whole family. If billiards are your thing, hop on into the game room and rack ‘em up! You don’t have to worry about missing your favorite show, because there is another 50” TV and Foosball as well.

Tired from all that excitement? The downstairs sun room/reading room provides yet another opportunity to sit and relax while watching TV or looking for wildlife outside the picture windows that line the wall. There are two more king bedrooms downstairs, each with a private bath and television, and there is a bonus set of bunk beds in the large bedroom that brings the total number of people the house can sleep to 20.

The Eglis and their three children spent many happy years living, learning, and serving in their home, and they are pleased to now offer the same to you and your family. The solitude of their home will be a blessing to you. Expertly decorated and furnished, this home has been renovated from floor to ceiling and your whole family will be sure to take home with them Smoky Mountain Memories that will last a lifetime.

***When you stay at Smoky Mountain Memories (or any of our properties) during the summer months, you will receive a pass to enjoy three community pools located on Ski Mountain.
*****6/14/23 No Outdoor Grill due to increased bear activity
***This chalet is NON- SMOKING.
***Owner decorates for Christmas

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Accessibility

Ederly Friendly - no steps to entry/main floor access

Entertainment

DVD Player
Foosball
Pool Table
Satellite or Cable
Smart/Streaming TV
Theater Room

Essentials

Bed Linens/ Bath Towels
Iron & Ironing Board
Washer & Dryer
High Speed Internet/WiFi
Game Room
Carport
Telephone
Gas Fireplace

Home Safety

Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector

Kitchen

Dishes & Silverware
Microwave
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Automatic Drip Coffeemaker
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Outdoor

Hot Tub
Charcoal Grill
Ground Floor Patio
Fire Pit

General

The 100 Collection™

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Reviews

Well Maintained and Well Stocked

Reviewed on 2023-08-17 by Janine B.

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We still love the house. It is well maintained and well stocked. I also think that the office is efficient and friendly . Our only concern this year is the bear activity has increased substantially...

Amazing views!

Reviewed on 2023-04-10 by Keith Booker

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View was amazing, house was great and very nice.

Left with good Smoky Mtn Memories

Reviewed on 2022-09-25 by , Winter Garden, FL United States

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The house and view was fantastic, fully furnished and had everything we needed for a great weekend.
The surroundings are quiet and peaceful, except for the black bear that would wonder through the property a few times a day - that was exciting!
I would certainly recommend this house to anyone with a large group looking for a quiet getaway.

Bachelor/Bachelorette Weekend Getaway

Reviewed on 2022-04-12 by Grant M. , Rock Hill, SC US

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We hosted our bachelor/bachelorette weekend getaway at this property. We had 10 guests in addition to ourselves. The house was very nice. We really liked that there were enough bathrooms that no couples had to share. The property was very cozy and there were plenty of areas for us to come together as a group and hang out without being cramped. The only negative I can think of was the trash situation. We had so much trash that we ran out of space in the bins outside.

Manager's Response

Grant, with seven bedrooms Smoky Mtn Memories is the perfect place to have a bachelor/bachelorette weekend, or even a multigenerational family vacation! We are so glad that you all were able to enjoy the weekend with Mountain Laurel and celebrate together with loved ones. Hopefully we will see you again soon!

Wonderful

Reviewed on 2022-04-01 by Kai E. , Jacksonville, FL United States

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This house was wonderful. Three families stayed - 6 adults and 8 kids and there was still room for more without being crowded. The only complaint was the condition of the carpet in the house. It's by no means a deal breaker, but it's time for an update. The location was great and the space inside and out was also great. Add views to the list of greats too. We would most definitely stay there again.

Manager's Response

Yes! We also agree that there are a lot of "greats" about Smoky Mtn Memories. We love that you all were able to spend some quality time with family as Mountain Laurel believes that family matters. Thank you for letting us know about the carpet in the home, we always want to make sure that our chalets exceed guest expectations. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you back again soon!

Perfect Family Getaway

Reviewed on 2022-03-28 by Vickie G. , Lakeland, TN United States

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This is a great house for a large group - plenty of separate spaces, yet enough space to gather for meals.
Beautiful views from the deck. Kitchen was well-stocked for us to cook meals each evening. We took advantage of the theater room, hot tub and fire pit.

Manager's Response

It is fantastic to hear that you all were able to enjoy time with family in Smoky Mtn Memories! Family is important at Mountain Laurel, and we love when our chalets can be a place of quality time for them. Smoky Mtn Memories is the perfect cabin for a family trip, and we are so glad that you were able to take advantage of its many amenities that it offers.

3 Generation getaway

Reviewed on 2022-02-02 by , Lebanon, TN United States

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wonderful experience.

Already rented for next year.

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We love to hear when guests have such a good time that they book it again for next year. See you then! Smoky Mountain Memories is a wonderful home with all the amenities a large group could need as well as the privacy and seclusion that is rarely found in a cabin. We are thrilled that you loved your stay and will be coming back again soon!

Excellent

Reviewed on 2022-01-25 by Bill S. , waynesboro, tn United States

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Wonderful a great house for a large family! Very clean! Lots of cooking equipment!
Easy to find! Accessible to both sides of mountain. Would like to come again!
Excellent rental company best in area an I’ve had experience as a guest now an as an owner in the past. You can’t beat Mountain Laurel Chalets as a rental company! But everyone who knows anything knows that!

Manager's Response

Thank you Bill for your kind words. You speak from experience and we are so thankful for our faithful repeat guests who come back year after year. We seek to exceed expectations and give you that boutique management experience. It seems that many companies are becoming more impersonal as they grow larger. We like to give you the boutique experience with every visit!

Christmas in the Smokied

Reviewed on 2022-01-09 by , Ocoee, FL United States

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We traveled to the Smokies last month with our friends and we had a great time at the Cabin. It’s was adequately stocked with items. The staff is just a call away. The house was spacious, comfortable and felt like home away from home.

Manager's Response

We hope you had a wonderful Christmas celebration and we can think of no better place to spend it than in a Mountain Laurel Chalets private home. We love that you enjoyed your experience and that you had everything you could need to make your vacation go so smoothly. We are just down the street and a quick phone call away if you ever need anything when you stay at Smoky Mtn Memories or any MLC home.

Thanksgiving and Retirement get away

Reviewed on 2021-12-14 by , Ocala, FL United States

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The house was fantastic. We made a complete thanksgiving dinner for all! The view was outstanding! The staff at mountain laurel is and has been terrific!

Thanksgiving and Retirement get away

Reviewed on 2021-12-14 by Charles T. , Ocala, FL United States

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The house was fantastic. We made a complete thanksgiving dinner for all! The view was outstanding! The staff at mountain laurel is and has been terrific!

Manager's Response

love that your Thanksgiving this year was so special at Smoky Mtn Memories and congratulations on your retirement! We seek to exceed expectations and it seems we were able to do just that--and for that we are thankful for you and for the opportunity to help you create special memories. We hope to see you again for your next celebration.

Siblings Reunion

Reviewed on 2021-12-08 by , DOUGLASVILLE, GA United States

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We enjoyed our stay. This was a reunion of siblings and their spouses. Each couple had their own bedroom with an en suite bathroom. The view from the kitchen and back of the house is amazing! The house was clean and well equipped. It could use more large skillets and some wine glasses, otherwise it was well equipped. We enjoyed the theater room where we watched some old home movies. The carpet in bedrooms is starting to show wear and may need replacing soon but overall the house looked great!

Manager's Response

Thank you for your comments and owners love to hear how they can keep their homes in top condition and the owners of Smoky Mtn Memories are no exception. How wonderful that you were able to come and enjoy the home with all of your siblings and their spouses--and you didn't have to share a bathroom! Hope to see you again soon!

our best weekend

Reviewed on 2021-10-19 by timothy m. , Louisville, KY United States

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There were my 3 daughters and husbands, 8 grandkids ( all under 8)and myself. We absolutely loved the Chalet, view and ammenities it offerd. Playhouse for kids, pool table, firepit and theathe room were just a few of the things we loved. 8 bedrooms and pleny of bathrooms also helped.

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What a special memory to have 3 generations together under the same roof and to have something for every age! We hope to see you again and that this becomes a family tradition!

Barstow family

Reviewed on 2021-07-11 by Janine B. , Cordova, TN US

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This house was my favorite of all the houses we have ever rented. We have been doing this family get together for 10 years. Each house had something falling apart or the bathrooms were not really cleaned well. This house was very clean, the beds were very comfortable, the furniture in the house was all in very good condition and the big surprise was the kitchen was well stocked with kitchen tools.
We are really hoping to return with our family again

Manager's Response

Yes Janine! We are so glad that Smoky Mtn Memories was the perfect house for your family get together! It is a truly beautiful house that feels like home as soon as you walk in. We always want to make sure the our houses are nice for our guests because your experience should always be the best possible. We hope that you get to return with your family as well!

Birthday Celebration

Reviewed on 2021-07-07 by Sheila S. , Auburn, AL United States

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Smoky Mountain Memories was a perfect setting to celebrate my husband’s birthday with our 3 children, grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. Thanks for the memories!!

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Thank you so much for celebrating with us! We absolutely love to be even a small part of our guests celebrations, and we do our best to make them special in any way we can! It sounds like you all had a great time celebrating with family at Smoky Mtn Memories, and we would love to have you back with us soon!

Birthday Celebration

Reviewed on 2021-07-07 by Shelia S. , Auburn, AL United States

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Smoky Mountain Memories was a perfect setting to celebrate my husband’s birthday with our 3 children, grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. Thanks for the memories!!

Our best vacation ever!

Reviewed on 2021-05-10 by Claudia Lewandowski , CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Michigan United States

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This vacation was one we had been hoping to do for a long time. We wete able to have all of our childten and grandchildren there too. The home was beautiful. It has all of the amenities you could want and an unbeatable too. We all had a great time. There was plenty of room for all of us. We had a problem with the bbq snd some one came to fix it within minutes of our call. We have rented from Mountain Laurel Chalets for quite a few years. Their properties are well kept and their customer service is top rate. Thank all involved in msking this the trip of a lifetime. We'll be back their as soon as we can. By the way, they aren't kidding about the bears. We had visitors everyday. Just keep your distance and you'll be fine.

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We are so pleased that you had such a wonderful time Claudia. We appreciate your faithful business over the years.

Great House!

Reviewed on 2021-05-10 by Steven D. , Atlanta, GA United States

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We are a group of about 18 adults. We travel extensively to houses around the country. We normally stay at a very large modern home with a grand entrance, oversized living room, and very open floorplan. This house was not that, but it was still fantastic! Everyone loved it. I liked how it felt like a homey mountain house but it did not have cheeky trinkets around the house with family photos etc. They did a very good job of making you feel like you were home and in a comfortable cozy space with nicely appointed décor and art that wasn’t cheesy like Cracker Barrel or grandma lived there. The hot tub was separate from the house, a short walk through nice grass. It was not covered with a roof, which we loved, because it made us really enjoy being outside surrounded by nature. The fire pit next to the hot tub was fun (bring firewood). The house was very clean and neat, linens and towels were fresh. There was tiny motel style bar soap in every bathroom. Bring shampoo. There was no squirt hand soap in the whole house. So definitely bring some of that for the kitchen at least. Lots of parking. We fit 3 cars in the driveway directly next to house, end to end. 2 cars fit under carport and we put one perpendicular behind them. Then there is a satellite lot down their driveway about 100 yards where you could fit 3 or 4 cars if needed.

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Well Steven, this might be the perfect review, as you are spot on with the goals of the owners and the designers who transformed this home into a warm and inviting vacation home---all the feels of home without the feeling of living in someone else's home. We appreciate your attention to detail in your review and hope to host you again soon!

BEST FAMILY VACATION!!!

Reviewed on 2021-04-20 by wendy m. , indianapolis, IN United States

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Our family enojo yes every moment that we stayed we will be going back for sure !!! Avery awesome experience to see the fórreme things their was to do, every single person who went enjoyed every moment we will be renting again very soon!!

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Wendy, we are thrilled to hear your family enjoyed their time at Smoky Mountain Memories. The house is very comfortable with plenty of room for the entire family and then some. There are enough activities available from the pool table and hot tub, walking trails below the house and even a fire pit in the back yard that people of all ages will keep busy enjoying all the amenities. We hope to see you in the mountains again soon.

Cozy home perfect for making Smoky Mountain Memories!

Reviewed on 2021-01-08 by Melissa K. , Hudsonville, MI US

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If you're looking for a cookie cutter home where everything is new and pristine- this is not the place for you. If you're ok with a few cobwebs and stains on the carpet and a home FILLED with character and love, then this IS the place for you and your group. We absolutely loved the charm and hominess of the Chalet Village. There were a few things that didnt work or broke during our stay and while the app they suggest is completely useless- as soon as the main office heard directly from us of our issues they fixed them promptly. The home was spacious with plenty of room for our group of 20 to spread out and not feel cramped. The beds were incredibly comfortable and clean. We had everything we needed in the kitchen but did bring along a few extra things just based on how much our group eats (second crock pot, griddle and extra cookie sheets). We loved the outside- from the deck with the rocking chairs to the side yard with the hot tub that we used daily. We even encountered a black bear who did indeed open one of our car doors! (They mean it when they tell you to lock your doors- even in the middle of the day!!). If driving on the mountains up steep roads with no railings makes you nervous, you might reconsider this location. But if you're comfortable with it- the views are 100% worth it! We had the best time and would absolutely stay with Mountain Laurel again. *I took one star off for cleanliness just because you can tell that they clean the homes as quickly as possible to turn around for the next group. Inevitably, there were things that were missed. Not enough to bother our group (we can wipe tooth paste off a door handle and handle a few carpet stains) but enough I felt warranted 4/5 stars *As mentioned, we had some issues and tried filling out the form on the app to report them. Don't waste your time. Just call directly down or stop by the main office. Once they knew of our issues they came up right away.

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Wow. Thanks for the lengthy review. We do want to exceed your expectations for every visit and we appreciate you telling us about the few cob webs and carpets that need some touching up. We are on it. Glad you found this home unique and full of character for your group of 20.

Beautiful View

Reviewed on 2020-12-01 by , Tampa, FL United States

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The Chalet views were awesome!
Loved the doll house.
Loved the dining room table.
Loved the rocking chairs.

Some furniture gave a dirty feel.
There were NO wine glasses.
Only 2 steak knifes for a chalet that sleeps 20.
Leather seating in theatre room need replaced.

Overall a good experience :-)

Manager's Response

Thanks for your review and the feedback. We will address all issues you mentioned and appreciate your suggestions. We hope you will be able to visit us again soon.

Absolutely wonderful

Reviewed on 2020-11-20 by Cyndy S. , Kingston Springs, TN United States

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Clean, great location and beautiful view.

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Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed Smoky Mountain Memories and the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. We hope you are able to return soon.

Awesome

Reviewed on 2020-10-19 by , Ecru, MS United States

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The house is beautiful and clean. The rooms are spacious. We will definitely be back!

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Thanks for the review and we are glad your group enjoyed their stay at Smoky Mountain Memories. It is a wonderful, spacious place to reconnect with family and friends and we hope you are able to come back to visit soon.

Smoky Mountain Memories

Reviewed on 2020-10-06 by Judy H. , Eighty Four, PA United States

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Great place to stay for our family reunion. Excellent accommodations for our 13 family members. Would definitely stay there again.

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Thanks for the review and we are happy to hear that Smoky Mountain Memories worked out well for your family. It has great indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for a large group and is conveniently located on the mountain with a clubhouse with swimming pool within a couple of miles in either direction. We hope you will make plans to return to our beautiful mountains soon.

A very steep ride with beautiful views and an awesome property

Reviewed on 2020-10-05 by josie l. , Savannah, GA United States

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My family, 19 of us, the youngest 4 yrs to the oldest 60+, thoroughly enjoyed the experience at Smoky Mtn Memories! We loved the spacious interior, the amenities: from the hot tub, to the game room, to the theater, to the washer/dryer, and the scenic views, when available, were spectacular. It misted rain and was foggy much of the time. We even got visited by a bear one morning! He walked across the back deck. I think he may have gotten a whiff of our breakfast cooking! He paused and seemed to decide to keep going after he saw we weren't going to feed him! This was our first mountain experience and even though the steep ride up was scary at first, after getting there, it was worth it! The only suggestion I would make to the owner is to remove the carpet and change or clean their air vents. The vents were filthy and the carpet had dirty spots in some places! We brushed the main intake vent with the broom and the black dust that came out was awful. Many of us have allergies. Other than those two things, I would have given a 5 for cleanliness. Nevertheless, all things considered, it was AWESOME!

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Thanks for the review and the bear story. They are very curious creatures and a thrill to see, as long as you are inside and your car is locked! The mountain roads can be a bit tricky at first, but most people adapt quickly. We regret you found a dirty air filter and carpets. We are taking steps to insure that does not happen in the future. We appreciate your comments and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Family Get Away

Reviewed on 2020-08-19 by Mark M. , Bluffton, OH United States

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We had 20 family members (3 under 5yrs)stay at Smoky Mtn Memories for 5 days and 4 nights. Because of Covid 19, we stayed in the chalet or in GSMNP the entire time. There was plenty of bedroom space for everyone and the kitchen and dining space worked well. We spent a lot of time on the huge deck and were visited daily by bears hunting for a meal. We had one person always on bear patrol so as to keep the little ones safe. We used the hot tub in the evenings after long hikes and enjoyed the fire pit (although the hot tub top was broken). The kids liked playing in the kids playhouse in the yard. We did have to do some creative parking to get all of the vehicles parked so we didn't block the drive. It was very doable. We had a fabulous time celebrating a 50th birthday! Thank you Mountain Laurel Chalet for your personal attention and genuine interest in our family's comfort.

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Thanks for the review and we are glad you enjoyed your time at Smoky Mountain Memories. The bears certainly make their presence known and your strategy for a lookout is definitely a good one. We apologize that the hot tub cover was broken and have the parts coming from California. We love the playhouse too! It was actually used by the owner's children growing up, so there are lots of memories inside. Did you find the second parking area below the yard? There is a path through the woods and up the steps to the yard which make it an easy walk. We hope you had a successful birthday celebration and can come back soon.

It doesn't get any better than this!

Reviewed on 2020-07-09 by Stephen O. , Martinez, GA United States

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Our experience was perfect! The house was clean, well maintained, and well equiped. The unobstructed view of Mt Leconte from the deck and from the kitchen and adjacent sitting room is spectacular. If you have a group large enough to be considering this rental, you should just go ahead and reserve it. Of all the places we have stayed at in the GSM park area over the years, this is among the very best. Only caution is that there was a lot of bear activity during our stay so vigilance is essential. One member of our group forot to lock their car and we found a bear had opened both front doors of the vehicle and had rumaged through the center console to find a small bottle of hand sanitizer, and had also pulled a 12 pack of soda from the car for his/her enjoyment. The bear also tipped over a "bear proof" trash container in the car port area. Regular visitors know that bear activity is normal in this area. To ensure a safe visit, just follow the recommendations provided by Mtn Laurel Chalets and wild life authorities.

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Thanks for the review and the referral. It is a magnificent choice for large families or groups of friends and has all the amenities one would want. We appreciate your advise on the bear activity and you are exactly right! Not having any contact with our guests at check-in is making it harder to impress how important locking car doors can be for the safety of our bears, and your car! Always give bears plenty of room and remember, they can out run you! We hope to see you in the mountains again soon.

It doesn't get any better than this!

Reviewed on 2020-07-09 by Steve O. , Martinez, GA United States

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Wonderful getaway

Reviewed on 2020-07-04 by Kelly Lutz , Blacklick, OH United States

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This is a beautiful updated home! We came to the Smokies to relax and that is exactly what we did. We absolutely loved sitting in the rockers on the porch at any time of day. We had several thrilling bear visits while we were on the porch and enjoyed sunrises and the stars at night. We also enjoyed the theater room, pool table, and loved the hot tub and fire pit- using them almost everyday. Plenty of inside space to kick back and relax as well. All the bedrooms are cozy, comfortable, and baths are all updated. We had 7 people, and because of COVID, we made all our meals here. There were not enough large pots/pans for a large group. And some wine glasses would have been nice. They need to add both. We kept all our trash inside until we left and kept the grill clean because bears were around multiple times a day. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and bring a bigger group next time!

Our happy home in the Smokies

Reviewed on 2019-07-08 by Jane L. , Columbus, OH United States

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We have stayed in Smoky Mtn Memories for the past four years, and have rented from Moutain Laurel Chalets for several years. We have always found the Staff to be very cordial, very responsive to any requests, and prompt in dealing with any of our concerns. The property is beautiful and well maintained, and probably has one of the best views in that area. We have always said that if we didn't do any thing else, we could just sit on the deck for our whole stay and be perfectly happy. The place is well situated with easy access to the park, town, or Pigonford. The interior is large, well decorated, and easily accommodates a large family.

Luxury in the mountains

Reviewed on 2019-04-18 by Wade M. , Baltimore, MD United States

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The house itself was a crowd pleaser with plenty of beds, lots of seating, great areas to congregate, and an impressive theater. Everyone was so pleased with the property that we contemplated making it an annual event. The management company was incredibly responsive to all our questions and requests. Pam was the epitome of helpful.

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Thank you so much for your great review. So glad the chalet was perfect for your stay. Hope to see you again soon!

Perfect Family Getaway!!

Reviewed on 2019-03-08 by Duane H. , Chalmette, LA

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Smoky Mountain Memories was the perfect mountain chalet for our large family. The property was beautiful. The home was super clean and the grounds were very well manicured. We enjoyed making smores by the fire pit and relaxing in the hot tub. The playhouse for the young children is adorable and the timber steps throughout the property were great. We were able to let our children play outside without worrying about them getting hurt on the steep mountain inclines. the bottom floor/game room area was so much fun for the kids and adults, and five master bedrooms was perfect for our group. The windows throughout the home showcased the beautiful view perfectly. The staff at Mt. Laurel Chalets was so friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed this property so much that we wanted to stay an extra night, but unfortunately it wasn't available. This was truly an amazing first class mountain vacation and we cannot wait to visit again!

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Thank you so much for your great review of the chalet and kind words about our staff. So happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Great Experience

Reviewed on 2019-01-09 by , Kennesaw, GA United States

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We loved the cabin - the space were great. However, two things: more specific instructions are needed for the alarm system and the kitchen cabinets need repair.

Gorgeous Mountain Home

Reviewed on 2019-01-01 by , Cookeville, TN United States

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We booked this property in December to have family time following a college graduation. It is very spacious and accommodated our group of 15 with ease. The property looks just like the pictures in the listing. So nice to have Bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate all. There are four bunks on the lower level in a separate living area that was perfect for the kiddos.The theatre room was a huge hit with our bunch. The view is gorgeous. Unfortunately we were unable to enjoy the outside areas due to the weather but it is super nice. We arrived at dusk and was welcomed with a beautiful lit Christmas tree in the living area off the kitchen. Such a nice touch. The home is very beautiful and welcoming but not pretentious at all. I hope to stay here again and recommend it to all.

Christmas in the smokies

Reviewed on 2018-12-31 by , Joliet, IL United States

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Have stayed in Mountain Chalet homes before. Great family vacation home. Only disappointment was we were told there was a decorated tree in home and when we arrived there was a nice tree but only with lights ( not all even working). Could have brought our own ornaments if had only known. Furniture in upstairs family room still looked ok but was pretty saggy when used. Otherwise had a great experience!

Quite, peaceful, beautiful location and excellent cabin

Reviewed on 2018-10-10 by Sudheer K. , Sugar Land, TX United States

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We had an excellent time! Everything you see in the pictures is so much better in person!!

Our home away from home.

Reviewed on 2018-07-11 by Jane L. , Columbus, OH United States

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Has the best view of the Smokies. Have stayed here the last couple of years, and all our family love it and always want to stay here. Mountain Laurel personnel have always been responsive to all our concerns and we have already booked wth them for next year.

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Thank you Jane. We look forward to your annual visit!

beautiful house

Reviewed on 2018-06-26 by Amy S. , Chapel Hill, NC United States

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Great house, very comfortable beds and bedding. Kitchen very well stocked and appropriate dishes and silverward. Two toasters for big parties.
The dishwasher feels like it is about to tip over and needs to be fixed.
Service was wonderfully responsive.

Great House with Great views

Reviewed on 2018-05-31 by Hitenkumar P. , CERRITOS, CA United States

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The house is amazing with all equipped kitchen and utensils. Bathrooms are very clean and fully stocked with towels and soaps. Outdoor sitting chairs were the best as we spent major time chatting on backyard patio which accommodate all our friends easily.

BEWARE of BEARS at night. At every night they come for food in backyard patio.

Overall amazing get together.

Most importantly property is very near to main market downtown Gatlinburg so easy for food and breakfast or a cup of coffee.

Better than the pictures

Reviewed on 2018-05-22 by Ethan F. , Tuscaloosa, AL United States

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This place is great. It looks even better than in the pictures.

Awesome property

Reviewed on 2018-04-17 by Sterling B. , Bowling Green, KY United States

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I would stay here again in heartbeat. This place and the view was amazing. Looking forward to our next stay here.

Family Reunion

Reviewed on 2018-04-10 by Andrew T. , Marietta, GA United States

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Great stay at Smoky Mountain Memories. We will hopefully be back next year.

Work Retreat

Reviewed on 2018-03-26 by Sandra O. , Montgomery, AL United States

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We are a small Human Resources team who wanted to go somewhere scenic for our yearly retreat. We could not have picked a better place than Gatlinburg or a better home than Smoky Mtn Memories. The house was beautiful, each room had it's own character and charm. The house was also huge. In addition to the seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms there were several living room and sitting room arears, a theater room and a game room. Our front porch provided us with a view of the mountains that assured me that there is a God. The kitchen had every amenity and we had both a wood burning and gas fireplaces. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious and the house was immaculate. Each bedroom had a television and although we didn't use them, there was both a fire pit and a hot tub in the backyard. This house is pretty far up and if you are not familiar with the twists and turns of the smoky mountains, I would not suggest going to your cabin at night. We also had some snow and although it made for some great pictures, Our team, being from the south, were kind of unsure of the roads. The Chalet staff was amazing!, some of the kindest people I have ever met. I recommend this property and this rental company to anyone planning a Gatlinburg trip!

Excellent cabin at Mt Laurel Chalet

Reviewed on 2018-03-07 by , Huntingburg, IN United States

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My Laurel was a great and beautiful place! Everything you want and more!

Excellent cabin at Mt Laurel Chalet

Reviewed on 2018-03-07 by Sherri I. , Huntingburg, IN United States

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My Laurel was a great and beautiful place! Everything you want and more!

Outstanding family get together location!

Reviewed on 2017-12-09 by Arthur G. , Louisville, KY United States

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From check-in to check-out, the experience of Smoky Mtn Memories was an awesome location for a family get together of 19 people.

Perfect setting for our Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary

Reviewed on 2017-11-29 by Joseph R. , Dayton, OH United States

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Your home and its setting were the perfect place to celebrate our 50th anniversary with with our four sons and their families (18 in all - 9 grand children, 22 years old and college grad down to the youngest under 2!) Beautiful home with bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone, great media room, and a wonderful kitchen, with every appliance and accessories we needed. (especially the warming drawer) House was very clean with lovely bed linen and furnishings. The views are amazing!!!
great setting for photography. Our little ones LOVED the playhouse. We used the hot tub several times and every inch of the house. Access to the national park was very easy, and family enjoyed hiking and snow tubing there. One son even came in early and camped a couple nights. Thanks for the Smoky Mountain Memories!

Smoky Mtn Memories

Reviewed on 2017-08-21 by Amy W. , United States

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We had an amazing family reunion at Smoky Mtn Memories!! There was plenty of space for our 17 people to be together, yet also not be on top of each other. The view was amazing, the house was amazing, the experience was amazing!

Bear Haven

Reviewed on 2017-06-12 by Jane L. , Columbus, OH United States

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Another great stay in the Smokies and in Smokey Mtn Memories. Mother bear w/ 2 cubs our first morning and a male bear on our last day. We have stayed in this rental for the past three years and would highly recommend it for a large group and someone looking for the best view of the mountains.

Family Reunion

Reviewed on 2017-04-11 by Andrew T. , Marietta, GA United States

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We had a great time and throughly enjoy the property. There was some work going on in the side yard that prevented us from enjoying the only grassy area around but other than that the house and surroundings were great! The view of Mt LeConte was amazing especially with the snow cap. We even had a mama bear and two bear cubs come by for a visit. So, make sure not to leave food in your car or out on the deck!

A perfect stay!

Reviewed on 2017-04-10 by Brian F. , Marietta, GA United States

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We absolutely loved Smoky Mountain Memories! The view was amazing and the house is incredible! Perhaps folks are concerned about vacationing in Gatlinburg after the November fire. But rest assured! Everything is up and running and Spring is in full bloom! We can't wait to go back.

Great Girls Getaway

Reviewed on 2017-03-24 by Kathryn F. , Birmingham, AL United States

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We had a lovely stay. The kitchen is great and fully stocked. Big windows so the view is spectacular even when inside. All of the bed/bath combos were tastefully updated and decorated. We really enjoyed the stay and that the house had not been decorated like a lodge!!! Very clean.... we will be back!

Best family Christmas of my life

Reviewed on 2016-12-28 by Roy A. , Duluth, GA United States

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I have to first say that everything was perfect with respect to the type of cabin, the shape it was in, the service, the view of the mountain, etc.
I really have to say I did not feel like "renting a cabin" properly described the experience. It would best be described as spending a beautiful Christmas Holiday in an absolutely gorgeous (spectacular would be better) home. Renting a cabin did not fit. We felt the warmth of being in a wonderful home and felt privileged to do so. the Allison group left on Monday (check out day) planning our next Christmas get together in this very lovely home.

Smoky Mountain Memories - July 2016

Reviewed on 2016-07-26 by , Dayton, OH United States

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We absolutely LOVED this home. The pictures do not do it justice! There were 18 of us in the house and it did not feel crowded at all. The house itself was clean and the landscaping was nicely done. The house is located a short drive away (5 minutes) from many of the hiking path entrances and downtown Gatlinburg. We would highly recommend this house!

Another delightful trip to the mountains

Reviewed on 2016-07-12 by Jane L. , Columbus, OH United States

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Our second stay in this property. The view from the front of the house is probably the best, covering almost a 180 degree range view. As always, the Mt Laurel personnel answered our concerns promptly and efficiently, added to our enjoyment of our experience. We would recommend this house to everyone needing large accomandations and view.

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We are glad that you all enjoyed your stay at Smoky Mountain Memories. We appreciate your review and are looking forward to seeing you all the next time you are in Gatlinburg.

Destination Wedding

Reviewed on 2016-05-10 by Tiffany S. , Cincinnati, OH United States

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Perfect!

Southern Comfort Retreat

Reviewed on 2016-05-03 by Karen M. , Knoxville, TN United States

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We had a study group from my husband's business stayed there. It was 6 couples. The whole group fell in love with the house and surrounding area. It was well maintained and fantastic. They said no one would be able to beat this destination.

Memories - Good

Reviewed on 2016-03-25 by Abid A. , Fort Lauderdale, FL United States

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good but pricy

Weekend with friends

Reviewed on 2016-03-01 by William R. , Adams, TN US

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The chalet was absolutely beautiful. Had fun with friends for 3 days. We never left the chalet. Played cards, games, watched sports and movies in the theater room, had pool tournaments, sat in the hot tub and was amazed at the beauty of the mountain view topped with snow. Love this house.

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William,
Thank you for your comments and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! We love this chalet and are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us.
Your family at Mountain Laurel Chalets

Smokey Mt Memories

Reviewed on 2016-02-11 by Connie N. , Knoxville, TN United States

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Great

Smokey Mt Memories

Reviewed on 2016-02-11 by , Knoxville, TN United States

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Birthday Bash!

Reviewed on 2016-02-06 by , Douglasville, Georgia United States

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We had a wonderful vacation in Smoky Mountain Memories celebrating my Mother's 80th Birthday. There were 11 adults and we had plenty of room and could have accommodated more people. The house has everything and really feels like home! The view from the kitchen is just amazing! The living room near the kitchen has a really nice gas fireplace that keeps the whole upstairs cozy. We cooked a couple of meals and the kitchen was well-equipped. The theatre room was awesome for screening old pictures and watching movies. We will definitely be back!

Birthday Bash!

Reviewed on 2016-02-06 by Teri G. , Douglasville, GA United States

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Perfect vacation and luxury accommodations

Reviewed on 2015-12-29 by , United States

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The photos do not do justice to the majestic view and incredible lecture he found in Smoky Mountain memories. We will cherish this vacation for many years and plan to return very soon. The staff at mountain laurel chalets is exceptional and treated us like family. We look forward to many more returns. This chalet is incredibly private and yet a short 5 to 10 minute drive to downtown. We loved the excessability while feeling alone on the Mtn with our extended family of 20 who all had our own beds! The movie room is fantastic!

Perfect vacation and luxury accommodations

Reviewed on 2015-12-29 by Tom G. , Roswell, GA United States

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Smokey mountain memories

Reviewed on 2015-12-02 by , Fort Lauderdale, FL United States

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Excellent property, we stayed during thanksgiving for a week and added an extra day we enjoyed it so much. Amazing views, house is big enough not to be on top of each other with several areas for different activities inside and out. We will return.

Owen reunion

Reviewed on 2015-10-28 by Ted O. , Houston, TX United States

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House and location are fabulous! We had 20 family members. We will all be back again!

Fall Gatlinburg trip

Reviewed on 2015-10-13 by Mary B. , Reading, OH United States

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The chalet we rented from Mt. Laurel Chalets was very nice. It had 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The dining room table was huge and fit all 9 of us easily. There was a hot tub which was very nice and it was close to all of the things you want to do when visiting Gatlinburg.

Another great stay in The Smokies

Reviewed on 2015-07-12 by Jane L. , Columbus, OH United States

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Outstanding views. Kitchen well stocked. Ample accomandations, Plenty elbow room and well furnished. Wil definitely stay here again and have no problem in recommending to others. Have stayed in many Mt Laurel's rental and always found the staff to be very professional and helpful

Wonderfal Property

Reviewed on 2015-06-03 by Mickie G. , Corbin, KY US

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Five other adults and myself took a group of teenagers from our Church. Everyone totally enjoyed the weekend. The Chalet was everything promised and more. Beautifully decorated and very clean. I own four properties in Pigeon Forge and have looked at many properties to purchase. Smoky Mtn Memories was one of the best I've seen. The owners skimped at nothing. The check-in and check-out process was very easy and the staff in the office were very nice. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives. We will stay here again. OUTSTANDING!!!

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Mickie
Thanks for the kind words. We are very pleased with your satisfaction with Mtn Laurel Chalets and Smoky Mtn Memories. Please come back soon! About why not look into some properties in join the family!

Wonderfal Property

Reviewed on 2015-06-03 by , Corbin, KY United States

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Wish I could give it 10 stars!

Reviewed on 2015-03-10 by Chad K. , Atlanta, GA United States

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I recently took my entire team for a weekend retreat to stay at Smoky Mtn Memories. All I can say is - WOW! My entire team was blown away by the incredible views of Mtn. Leconte and the perfectly appointed home. I have had the opportunity to stay at Blackberry Farm a couple of times, and I would put this home in that league. Can't recommend this enough!

Fun weekend with friends

Reviewed on 2015-02-17 by Len R. , Adams, TN United States

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This rental was over the top gorgeous. Great location to get to with plenty of parking. The house was so beautiful and comfortable that we all wanted to stay. It was a weekend of 7 couples we could easily have had more people. I will definitely be coming back. Hopefully soon.

Family fun

Reviewed on 2015-01-03 by Aarti P. , Longwood, FL United States

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Very social home for 2/3 families - the movie theatre, the homey kitchen and the fire pit and hot tub were all great additions for a family that enjoys good food, movies and s'mores !!
We enjoyed our stay even tho the cabin was a bit difficult to locate in the dark rainy night ! All in all a very worthwhile trip from Florida!!

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