{"id":2798,"date":"2015-04-13T14:03:09","date_gmt":"2015-04-13T18:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=2798"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:17","slug":"planning-your-summer-getaway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/advice\/planning-your-summer-getaway.htm","title":{"rendered":"Planning Your Summer Getaway"},"content":{"rendered":"

Planning your summer vacation has never been easier. When you book a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains, you\u2019ll find everything you need to make your vacation relaxing, memorable, and full of fun! You can stay and play at your mountainside retreat, or you can head into town and enjoy the one-of-a-kind exhibits and attractions you\u2019ll find only in East Tennessee. Either way, the Great Smoky Mountains become your one-stop shop for the best summer vacation your family has ever experienced!<\/p>\n

Choosing Your Cabin<\/strong>
\nSummertime is all about finding the best ways to cool down. So for your Smoky Mountain vacation, we recommend staying in a cabin with your very own pool! Some of our cabins with pools<\/a> include Hidden Point Lodge (sleeps 30)\u2014which provides access to a large, private outdoor pool and yard, making it perfect for large groups. We have several other indoor pool options as well, including Edge of Paradise (sleeps two) for romantic getaways or the luxurious Copper River (sleeps 10) with an indoor waterfall and footbridge.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d rather soak in the natural beauty of the Smokies, we also recommend booking one of our cabins on the water<\/a> for your summer vacation. Our River Retreat cabin (sleeps 10) features a covered porch with rocking chairs that overlooks a crisp, flowing river. Or a smaller group might enjoy the sights and sounds of the Little Pigeon River in our On the River cabin (sleeps 4) near downtown Gatlinburg. With easy access to fresh mountain streams and rivers, you can enjoy a quick wade into the water or try your hand at a favorite Smoky Mountain summertime activity\u2014fishing! However, you will need a fishing license if you plan to fish in Gatlinburg.<\/p>\n

Scheduling Your Activities<\/strong>
\nEven though our cabins provide you with more than enough amenities to keep you cool and entertained for your entire stay in the Great Smoky Mountains, we hope you\u2019ll try some of the area\u2019s best-loved summertime attractions<\/a>. Some refreshing family-friendly adventures in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge include whitewater rafting the Big Pigeon River, sliding down the water rides in Ober Gatlinburg, and exploring the variety of water thrills at Dollywood\u2019s Splash Mountain. Or you can cool down indoors with a tour of Ripley\u2019s Aquarium, where you\u2019ll see everything from river fish to ocean dwellers like the sting ray.<\/p>\n

No matter what you decide to do, remember to pack this essential summertime gear:<\/p>\n