Almost Heaven  

Perched atop Elk Springs Resort in Gatlinburg, this family-friendly cabin delivers unrestricted views of Mt. LeConte and the Great Smoky Mountains. The property sits about 7 km from Gatlinburg city center, close enough for day trips and far enough for proper mountain escape.

Three levels of timber-forward design with a 25-foot wall of glass in the great room, exposed beams and cherry cabinetry. Four bedrooms and 3.5 baths include a romantic master with king bed and heart-shaped Jacuzzi tub, a second king suite with rain-shower Jacuzzi, and a kids’ bunk room with queen-over-queen bunks. Spread out between the loft, lower-level game area and a private theater with leather recliners and a 9-foot screen.

Private theater, pool table, air hockey, full wet bar, sauna and a hot tub on the deck with panoramic mountain views. Gas grill and multiple flat-screen TVs/DVD players keep the crew entertained. On-site restaurant and an elevator make access easy and convenient—wake up to mountain-mist mornings and big-sky vistas from every level.

Free wireless internet available throughout the cabin.

There’s an on-site restaurant for simple meals and convenience. The cabin also sports a full kitchen with upgraded stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar and most cooking tools (coffee maker, mixer, blender, toaster, microwave, ice maker) so you can cook family-style breakfasts or mountain dinners.