Smokey Mountain National Park

The house is located just 1.5 miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park's back entrance, usually refers to the quiet, less-crowded Wears Valley Entrance.

Abrams Falls Trails

  • Details: Located in Cades Cove, this trail leads to a powerful, 20-foot high waterfall and a large, cold pool below. It features ridges and pine forests, and hikers frequently spot wildlife along the way.
  • Cost: Free to enter the park, but a $5 daily or $15 annual parking tag is required if parked over 15 minutes.
Length / Type: 5.2 miles round-trip (moderate out-and-back)

Rich Mountain Loop

  • Details: Accessible from Cades Cove, this path takes you past historic structures like the John Oliver Cabin, offering deep forest scenery, diverse wildflowers, and fewer crowds than the main vehicle loop.
  • Cost: Free entry; standard $5 parking tag applies.
Length / Type: 8.3-mile loop (strenuous)
Length / Type: Up to 4.9 miles round-trip (easy out-and-back)

Little River Trail

  • Details: Located nearby in the Elkmont area, this wide, mostly flat path follows an old railroad bed alongside the Little River. It is ideal for families, beginners, and those looking for a peaceful walk along rushing water.
  • Cost: Free entry; standard $5 parking tag required.

Restaurants Near By

The Appalachian Restaurant Sevierville

Located right down the road in historic downtown Sevierville. It is one of the premier fine dining choices in the county, helmed by a Blackberry Farm alumnus.

  • Vibe: Upscale, modern mountain aesthetic featuring a custom wood-fired hearth.

  • Signature Dishes: Dry-aged cowboy ribeyes, rainbow trout, and fried chicken skins served with local honey.

Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant

Sevierville's oldest dining institution, situated on a historic working farm property.

  • Vibe: Cozy wood cabin atmosphere where servers wear traditional farmhouse attire.

  • Signature Dishes: Old-fashioned chicken and dumplings and pot roast. Every single meal automatically comes with complimentary homemade apple fritters and apple julep.

Iron Forge Brewing Co

A fantastic casual spot that sits a bit away from the heavy Parkway traffic.

  • Vibe: A large, highly rated, family-and-dog-friendly taproom with outdoor fire pits.

  • Signature Dishes: Meticulously crafted local IPAs and lagers paired with pub comfort foods like burgers and wings.

Chubby’s Restaurant

  • The Vibe: Unpretentious, nostalgic, and hyper-local. This is a true hidden-gem southern diner with a down-home atmosphere where the staff treats everyone like regulars and the pricing remains low-stress and affordable.

  • Signature Dishes: The social-media-famous Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich (noted for literally being larger than a human head) and their Fried Deviled Eggs.

Five Oaks Farm Kitchen

A bustling, massive rustic barn eatery located on the nearby Parkway.

  • Vibe: Quintessential Southern farmhouse with high ceilings and community tables.

  • Signature Dishes: Famous ring-baked griddle cakes, house-smoked BBQ platters, and giant cinnamon rolls.

Sloppy Hog Burger Joint

  • The Vibe: An elevated, laid-back mountainside hangout. It features a rustic, unpretentious interior and an exceptional dog-friendly back porch that boasts unobstructed, breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains.

  • Signature Dishes: The double-patty Sloppy's Smoked Smash Burger and their 3-Hour Smoked Wings (which are slow-smoked before being flash-fried for maximum crispiness).

Breweries, Distilleries, Wineries

Mountain Brothers Brewing

  • Location: 3707 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862

  • Vibe: A family-run hidden gem attached to a general store, featuring a scenic outdoor deck and live music.

  • Highlights: Offers craft beer tastings like the popular Bear Jam, Red Maple Ale, and Granny's Cobbler.

Iron Forge Brewing Co.

  • Location: 371 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862

  • Vibe: Huge facility featuring a spacious outdoor beer garden with firepits and cornhole, situated right on the Little Pigeon River.

  • Highlights: Handcrafted IPAs, lagers, and innovative cocktails paired with a full food menu including flatbreads and smash burgers

King’s Family Distillery

  • Location: 1440 Upper Middle Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876

  • Vibe: An ultra-small, family-owned boutique craft distillery known for genuine Southern hospitality.

  • Highlights: Unlike many moonshine-heavy spots, they focus heavily on high-quality award-winning whiskeys, ryes, and bourbons.

Tennessee Shine Co

  • Location: 1424 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876

  • Vibe: Fun and interactive atmosphere featuring the area's only full moonshine history tour.

  • Highlights: Free moonshine tastings (try the Pumpkin Spice or Moonshine Pickles) and a dedicated $5 bourbon tasting option

Apple Barn Winery

  • Location: 220 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862

  • Vibe: Picturesque winery located on a historic family farm along the banks of the river.

  • Highlights: A unique twist on traditional winemaking—they handcraft their sweet wines from locally grown apples rather than grapes (e.g., Apple Raspberry and Apple Peach). Part of the Rocky Top Wine Trail.

Hillside Winery

  • Location: 229 Collier Dr, Sevierville, TN 37862

  • Vibe: Educational and family-friendly environment with daily winery tours.

  • Highlights: Specializes in Italian-style and lightly carbonated wines, ranging from dry Sangiovese to sweet varieties like the popular Black and Blue. Tasting options start at $6 for 6 samples.

OTHER THINGS TO DO

Apple Barn Cider Mill & General Store

  • Activity: Try fresh apple fritters, cider, and country cooking at the adjacent farmhouses.

  • Location: 230 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862

  • Apple Festival at the Apple Barn (Free Admission)

    • Friday: 12-7pm. Saturday: 10am-7pm. Sunday: 10am-2 pm.

Anakeesta

  • an award-winning mountaintop adventure and theme park located 600 feet above downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee