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The Hemlock Treehouse

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 433 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gatlinburg, TN
  • Place, Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the area

Gatlinburg

When you stay at this cabin in Gatlinburg, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. .This cabin is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Dollywood and 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge.

What's nearby

  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬11 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.

The Hemlock Treehouse

Summary:

Go green in the Smokies! This "Treehouse Masters" 2-bed, 1-bath eco-escape is a nature-first sanctuary. Nestled by a babbling creek just 5 minutes from the National Park entrance, it’s the ultimate sustainable getaway. Breathe mountain air from your private deck or relax in rustic, natural-wood interiors. With a rainfall shower and year-round air-conditioning/heat, you’ll enjoy modern comfort that honors the environment. Sway and grow with the trees. Rejuvenate where the forest meets luxury.



The Space:

Perched delicately above the banks of Norton Creek, this unique treehouse was designed to honor its environment, offering an immersive forest experience that treads lightly on the earth. Designed with a rustic cabin feel, The Hemlock Treehouse has a cozy home-like layout: 1 queen bed, full bathroom with rainfall shower, living space, and quaint kitchenette are on the main floor. Access another cozy queen on the loft via a sturdy wooden ladder; we recommend the main-floor queen for those with mobility concerns. Both the loft and main floor have heating/air-conditioning. Extra linens, towels, and pillows provided.



A small, covered porch and open-air porch included, both private and filled with outdoor seating options.



Seclusion + Resort Perks: shared firepits, swings, picnic tables and grills available to resort guests.



An Ayres family passion-project that came to life – Built and designed by Pete Nelson from “Treehouse Masters.”



Guest Access:

Private Entrance with No-Contact Entry via Keycode Provided Before Arrival



The Neighborhood:

This treehouse is settled in the trees within a gated community, Norton Creek Resort, only 15 minutes off the Parkway and 5 minutes from the entrance of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park.



Getting Around:

Taxi services, Uber, Lyft (+ DoorDash, Uber Eats) are available. Downtown Gatlinburg offers trolley service. There is ample public parking available for driving around the area.



Other Things to Note:

- We do not allow RVs, campers or trailers on-site

- Please be aware that due to potential freezing temperatures in January and February, there's a risk of frozen water pipes.

- Please take note that bears are in the area. We do provide bear safety tips upon arrival.

- As Of September 22, 2025, Sevier County Fire adjusted their laws so that we are no longer able to have private firepits on the decks of each treehouse, only community firepits steps away from your treehouse.

- Rental agreement required upon booking



Interaction with Guests:

You can reach us any time via text, email, or phone.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which has a kitchenette. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Hemlock in Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek Cabin
The Hemlock in Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek Gatlinburg
The Hemlock in Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek Cabin Gatlinburg
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The Hemlock Treehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay in a treehouse very clean and cozy.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting in a Pete Nelson treehouse. Very special!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retirement get away

Because of the weather we were unable to check in. An unfortunate situation with conditions were a challenge for the complete stay. The staffs eagerness to make things easier made a bad situation manageable. I'm appreciative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic and Rapturous

My wife shared an instagram about Treehouse Grove. I surprised her for our 12th anniversary and scored big points. We had wonderful experience that has rejuvenated our marriage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020