* Note: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions are located at the bottom of this description for your convenience.
Sunrise Summit: Private Indoor Pool, Panoramic Mountain Views
Escape to Sunrise Summit, a luxurious 3-story mountain home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. With a private indoor saltwater pool, breathtaking panoramic views, and sleeping accommodations for up to 12 guests, this 4-bedroom retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Prime Location: Enjoy easy access to top attractions with downtown Gatlinburg just 4 miles away and Pigeon Forge approximately 7 miles away. The Gatlinburg Welcome Center is a short 7-minute drive, offering free parking and a convenient trolley stop for exploring downtown Gatlinburg.
Indulge in Comfort and Entertainment: Each bedroom and the living room are equipped with Smart TVs and access to YouTube TV, allowing you to stream your favorite shows and movies.
Main Level: The main level features an open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen, perfect for gathering with loved ones. A half bath and a king bedroom ensuite are conveniently located just off the great room.
King Bedroom 1: Wake up to stunning mountain views from the comfort of your bed. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverage on the private back porch. A luxurious ensuite bathroom with a freestanding tub and separate shower awaits.
Expansive Deck: Step out onto the spacious deck and soak in the beauty of the surrounding scenery.
Upper Level: Upstairs, you'll find a convenient laundry area and a cozy loft for reading or enjoying board games. This space offers sweeping mountain views from both sides of the ridge.
King Bedroom 2: This bedroom boasts the same incredible mountain views as the living room, along with a private balcony for enjoying the fresh air. An ensuite bathroom with a tub/shower combo is attached.
Bunk Room: This room features gorgeous mountain views, a private balcony, and a queen-over-queen bunk bed that sleeps up to 4 guests. An ensuite bathroom with a bathtub and stand-alone shower is also included.
Lower Level: The lower level is an entertainment haven with a game room for all ages and a private indoor saltwater pool room (secured with a key code for child safety). Step outside to the covered deck with comfortable seating for lounging.
King Bedroom 3: This bedroom offers the same breathtaking mountain views and access to the entire lower deck. A private full bathroom with a tub/shower combo is attached.
Community Amenities: Minutes from the cabin, you'll have access to the Chalet Village North Clubhouse, featuring three outdoor swimming pools, banquet rooms, and tennis courts. During the winter, enjoy easy access to the ski slopes of Ober Gatlinburg, just a 3.4-mile drive away.
Important Notes:
-Please be aware that you may hear construction noise from other cabins being built in the vicinity following the 2016 fire.
-Black bears frequent the community, so please familiarize yourself with bear safety precautions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: (if your question is not answered here, please feel free to contact us)
1. What Linens are included? – We provide linens for beds, bath towels, pool towels, 2 Kitchen towels, & washcloths.
2. What household supplies are provided? – We get you started with 2 rolls of toilet paper, 2 soaps, 1 shampoo, & 1 makeup wipe per bathroom. For the kitchen, we supply 1 roll of paper towels, 1 small bottle of dish liquid, 4 dish pods, & 1 sponge. We also supply 1 starter laundry detergent & 4 dryer sheets.
3. What does the kitchen include? – The kitchen is equipped with two Stainless steel refrigerators, a dishwasher, a microwave, stove, & granite counters throughout. The kitchen is stocked with everything you would expect in a normal kitchen plus a blender, toaster, slow cooker, various size pots & pans, wine glasses, one Keurig, & one regular coffee pot.
4. Do you provide any baby items? – We have a highchair in the dining area & a pack-n-play travel crib located in the bunk room closet. Additionally, BGSM (Baby Gear Smoky Mountains) is a service that conveniently provides baby items.
5. Do you provide a grill? – Yes; it is gas.
6. Do you provide firewood? – No but firewood is available for purchase in town.
7. Do you allow pets? – No. We take allergies to pets very seriously out of consideration for all guests. If any pets are brought to this property, a $500 cleaning fee will be assessed, & guests may be asked to leave. Please respect our property.
8. Is the hot tub cleaned after every stay? – Yes! Our hot tub is drained, cleaned, & refilled for every stay.
9. Is there a community clubhouse & pool area? – Yes, in Chalet Village, we have 3 community pools & clubhouses. The pools are open from Memorial Day Weekend in May through Labor Day Weekend in September. Check Chalet Village’s website for open days & times.
10. Is the price flexible? – To continue offering fair seasonal accommodation rates to all guests, we do NOT offer discounts, nor do we eliminate or reduce any of the fees.
11. When is the second payment due? – 30 days prior to your stay.
12. When will I get the address & house access info? - Address, door code, & driving directions will be sent in a separate email after your final payment is made & 72hrs hours prior to your arrival at Red Hawk Retreat.
13. What time is check-in & check-out? – You may check in any time after 4 pm, & you must checkout prior to 10 am on the day of your departure.
14. Do you provide travel insurance? - No, we do not personally offer it; however, we highly encourage guests to purchase travel insurance if cancellation is a concern.
15. How is the drive up to the home? – From the parkway, it is a 7 minute (2.1 miles) drive up the mountain. The roads are well maintained & paved. However, there are some steeper parts that are "scary" for some people.
16. Do I need a 4-wheel drive vehicle? – If snow or ice conditions are present, snow chains are needed for roads in the area. The roads can seem a little steep to some guests, but the parking areas are flat. Guests should not have any issues navigating the drive to Sunrise Summit, but we want you to know what to expect.
17. Is this cabin secluded? – No. Sunrise Summit is situated at the top of a ridge overlooking the mountains in one of the most desirable cabin communities.
18. Was this area affected by the 2016 wildfires? – Yes. You may see evidence of trees & properties that were affected by the wildfires. Much of the cleanup has been done, & a lot of greenery has come back.
19. Do you ever reduce the stated prices – On occasion, if upcoming unsold dates remain, we may reduce prices for those unsold dates. That will already be reflected in the pricing that you see listed.
20. Are there any days where Check-in or Check-out is not permitted? - The only 2 days that we do not allow check-in or check-out is Christmas Day & Thanksgiving Day.
*Please note that you will receive a separate message requesting an $800 security deposit hold (won't be held until two days before arrival), a copy of your photo id, & a signed rental agreement to complete your reservation. These items must be provided within 24 hours, or the system will cancel the booking. To streamline the process, please ensure the person who provided the security deposit, photo id, & signs the rental agreement is the same person who books the property through VRBO*
