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Smoky Mountains Honeymoon
While I prefer a beach location, my fiance wants to go to the Smoky Mountains for our honeymoon. OK - I've done SOME research but I need some general guidance. There are a myriad of locations to stay - but I notice that many of them seem a little on the kitschy, cheesy, touristy side. Not that I'm being critical, but for a honeymoon I'd like a little quiet, a little seclusion. Can someone point me in the right direction for what area I need to be looking in? I'm definitely wanting cabins, woods, lakes, views, etc. We are going in late October and I would appreciate any general guidance because I am unfamiliar with the area and the information overload has me frustrated!
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Hi Kath!
First off, <b><font color="red">c</font>o<font color="blue">n</font>g<font color="green">r</font>a<font color="yellow">t</font>u<font color="pink">l</font>a<font color="purple">t</font>i<font color="red">o</font>n<font color="blue">s</font>!!</b> Below is some Smoky Mt information Ive posted for people in the past (I copied it from those posts and pasted it here for you). Hopefully it will be of some use to you! THE PARK Weve only been here in Spring. GSM offers a ton of trails (vary from easy to strenuous). We usually choose only the moderate-to-strenuous hikes (I like to work hard for that beautiful view at the peak!). I saw waterfalls and small streams, mostly, which were sometimes still frozen so that looked pretty cool. The trails themselves often had rocky areas, sometimes covered with snow (not sure if/when that ever melts). Theres a lot of “green” in the Smokies, meaning tons of huge, beautiful trees. The best thing about the GSM trails are the vistas, for sure. FAVORITE HIKE For sure: Chimney Tops (end of trail requires you climb humungous rock to get full advantage of incredible view-neat) THE AREA Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg both have many, many little shops to browse. There are also dinner show theaters if thats your bag. To be quite honest, we spent our evenings in the hot tub! PLACES TO STAY Weve always stayed at Oakhaven Resort http://www.oakhavenresort.com/ Its not in town but instead is tucked away off main roads among many steep hills and trees-very nice! They offer luxury log cabins (nicely furnished, whirlpool tubs, private outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, great kitchen, grill, screened wrap around porch etc) for a reasonable price. Ive stayed with them several times (although please note I once foolishly left jewelry sitting around which came up "missing" after housekeeping visited-I was young and have since learned a lesson). As far as hiking goes there are a ton of trails that range from very easy to strenuous so there is sure to be something for everyone-my favorite trail is Chimney Tops. Have a wonderful honeymoon!! |
are you talking about this October? You may be too late to find a decent location. And yes, the towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are tacky and cheesy and there aren't that many good restaurants. There are, however, some beautiful trails. My DH and I have rented a few secluded cabins over the years, but well in advance. I've posted this before, but this is a lovely and secluded cabin
http://www.wildflowermountain.com/Ca...o/mtprimro.htm Maybe if you honeymoon from Monday-Thursday you'll have a better selection of properties. |
What about going over to Asheville and checking into one of their better places like The Grove Park Inn, The Richmond Hill Inn, or the Biltomore hotel? I also think The Swag in Waynesville is divine.
The good thing about Asheville is that you could day trip yourself all over the place. Black Mountain is a gorgeous little mountain town. |
good idea GoTravel!
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GREAT idea GoT
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I was worried that we might be planning too late. I will just have to start calling and see what's left. Fortunately we will be traveling during the week so that may help a little. I'm checking all your recommendations - thank you!
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The Grove Park Inn.
The Inn at Biltmore. Richmond Hill Inn. Almost any of the B&B's in the Asheville areas. Not sure about cabins, but there have to be plenty around there. Do a google search. |
Yes a google search will come back with a google of cabin rentals.
Wow those inns are beautiful ... and very expensive. |
check out vrbo. Here's one of the first ones I saw. The rates aren't bad when you stay several nights. LOTS to choose from on www.vrbo.com
http://www.vrbo.com/60159 |
Good idea, I'll check that out.
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Kath, if you happen to be in the Chattanooga area on your honeymoon, try Stone Fort Inn. We read about it on here and loved our stay there.
Congrats! :) |
SpeedBuggy, honey, that ain't where they show them there XXX movies is it?
Kath, there are sooooooooo many places to stay in Gatlinburg, you will get really confused. But for starters, try oakhavenresort.com and auntie belhams and Hidden Mountain Resort |
LOL, iceeu2! Nope, it's not. I somehow missed that one . . . . . could you run that name by me again so I can add it to the list for the next visit?! ;-)
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Since my impeccable reputation may be at stake . . . . .. hmmmm, yes . . . . well, here's the website
http://www.stonefortinn.com/ |
Thanks you guys, I'll check these out. I'm starting to understand the area better now!
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Check out vrbo.com for cabins or www.bnbfinder.com for B & B's.
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Have you considered The Swag? It's on the east side of the park, in Waynesville, North Carolina, meals included in the rate, and it's all you are looking for (except the lake) and more. Would be an awesome honeymoon location.
http://www.theswag.com/ |
I stand corrected! :) DH just reminded me that there is a small lake/large pond at the Swag. So it may be just the kind of mountain honeymoon a beach girl could settle for! ;-)
Congratulations and best wishes! |
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