GROUNDHOG HEAVEN
WELCOME AND THANKS FOR STAYING AT GROUNDHOG HEAVEN!
This is our “home away from home” and we want you to enjoy it as much as we do. (So please treat it like you would when you visit your mother!) We hope you have an amazing, relaxing, exciting, and overall memorable stay. Here is some information that may be helpful while you’re here..
HOUSE RULES
This cabin is a strictly “no
smoking” cabin
Pets are allowed
Fireplace is only operational
from October to May
No parties or large
gatherings
No bath bombs, bath salts,
or candles in the bathtub or
hot tub (it’ll cause big
damage!)
WIFI / TV’S
The Wi-Fi password is
smokylove
TVs and you can bring your
own Netflix/Hulu/etc
accounts to use (or ask if our Hulu Live+TV is logged out and you want to use it)
CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS
Check out is at 10:00 AM
Put used towels in the bath tub in the master bathroom
Load and start the
dishwasher
Pick up any loose trash and
place in the bear can
outside
Scan the QR code on the fridge when departing
WHAT'S NEW IN THE PIGEON FORGE / GATLINBURG AREA
Alcatraz East – 2757 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
They’ve added two new exhibits: Master Manipulators (including Jeffrey Epstein.) as well as a Bonnie and Clyde feature.
Memories Theatre – 2141 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
Musical performances by impersonators ranging from Elvis to Dolly Parton.
Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster at SkyLand Ranch – 1620 Parkway, Sevierville
If you’re one of those that needs to check off all the mountain coasters, here is the latest. It’s the longest mountain coaster in the southeast offers visitors a 12+ minute ride over 1.25 miles.
Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown – 2655 Teaster Ln, Pigeon Forge
Flavortown is the newest addition, for now, on Teaster Lane and is now open. If Dave and Buster’s is grown-up Chuck E. Cheese, then Flavortown is grown-up ShowBiz Pizza.
The Titanic Museum – 2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
The Titanic Museum is a must-see attraction, but it can feel out of place in the heart of the mountains.
Mysterious Mansion – 424 River Rd, Gatlinburg
If you dare to step inside this once grand abode you shall take an unguided tour finding your way through secret passageways, eerie dark corridors, winding staircases and spine chilling chambers that will curdle the blood of even the bravest of souls.
Parrot Mountain and Gardens – 1471 McCarter Hollow Road
Pigeon Forge
Parrot Mountain has hundreds and hundreds of exotic birds from all over the world. You can can feed parrots and have a picture taken holding a bird in the garden.
BEST AREA HIKES
Here are some of our favorite hikes. If you
want to go more off the beaten track, check
out AllTrails.com for more suggestions.
Rainbow Falls Trail
Difficulty: Moderate, Length: 5.1 mi
Rainbow Falls is a popular hiking trail that features a stunning waterfall, a lush forest, and more. The best time to visit is March through November. Be sure to start early to avoid potential weekend crowds.
Laurel Falls Trail
Difficulty: Easy, Length: 2.4 mi
Popular for hiking and walking, Laurel Falls is a beautiful trail that is open all year round. It’s also a paved trail, but it’s not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. Be sure to start early to avoid potential weekend crowds.
Chimney Tops Trail
Difficulty: Hard, Length: 3.6 mi
On the Chimney Tops Trail, hikers get to enjoy breathtaking mountain views with each step. This trail starts out flat but elevates as you make progress. Be sure to start early to avoid potential weekend crowds.
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Difficulty: Easy, Length: 6.7 mi
This is an easy driving trail for anyone that wants to enjoy the joys of hiking without having to walk. This scenic driving trail features black bears, streams, historical homes, and more.
Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail
Difficulty: Easy, Length: 0.5 mi
This is a super easy and short wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly trail with an option for an easy walk to downtown Gatlinburg. It takes about 10 minutes to complete and is open year-round.
ASSISTANCE
Non-urgent: (leaky faucet, TV issue, etc.), please contact us via messaging through AirBNB/VRBO/etc
Emergency issues: (broken faucet, safety issue, etc.), please contact our local manager at 865.280.3438.
Community Dumpster: Located at: 628 Laurel Rd. Townsend, TN 37882
WANT YOUR OWN CABIN?
WE WANT YOU TO HAVE AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE AT OUR CABIN AND WE WANT TO EARN
YOUR “FIVE STAR” REVIEW AFTER YOU HEAD HOME. DON’T HESITATE TO REACH OUT IF YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE AREA OR REQUESTS TO MAKE IT MORE PLEASANT. AND I’M
SURE YOU’LL ENJOY RELAXING HERE AS MUCH AS WE DO!
If the cabin is left in poor condition or rules violated, an extra fee will be applied.