Sweet Dreams a Gatlinburg Cabin Rental
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Overview
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 3 Sleeps: 6
Sweet Dreams — The Most Loved Cabin in the Smoky Mountains
153 reviews. 149 five-star ratings. Guests who've stayed for 20+ years running. Guests who call it their favorite cabin of all time. Guests who sit at the window videoing the bears and wild turkeys like it's the best wildlife documentary they've ever seen. There's a reason Sweet Dreams sits at the very top of Heartland's review rankings — once you stay here, it simply becomes your cabin.
The Setting: Peaceful, Private & Alive With Nature
Nestled in the wooded hills near the heart of Gatlinburg's Arts & Crafts Community, Sweet Dreams is the kind of retreat that wraps around you the moment you pull up the drive. The cabin is surrounded by trees and nature on all sides, with mountain views that change with every season and a wildlife roster that includes regular bear visits, wild turkeys, and the kind of moments guests rave about long after they've headed home. One guest described it perfectly: "Just you, the mountains, and the sounds of mother nature." Rocky Top Sports World is just 11 minutes away, Anakeesta is 16 minutes, and Dollywood is under 25 — but up here on the mountain, you'd never guess any of it.
Inside: Two Levels of Warmth & Comfort
Step through the front door into a beautifully appointed living room anchored by a gas fireplace and flat screen TV — warm, comfortable, and exactly what a mountain cabin should feel like. French doors open directly from the living room onto the covered deck, blurring the line between inside and outside in the most wonderful way. The fully equipped kitchen handles everything from quick breakfasts to full mountain dinners, and the dining area seats the whole group in comfort.
The master king bedroom is a genuine retreat — featuring a jacuzzi tub and its own French doors that open directly onto the covered deck and hot tub. Step from the jacuzzi to the hot tub without ever going inside. That's the kind of design detail that makes Sweet Dreams unforgettable.
A second king bedroom provides comfortable private sleeping for additional guests or a second couple, and a loft pool table gives everyone something to do on lazy afternoons or rainy evenings.
The Covered Deck: Where the Magic Happens
The covered deck at Sweet Dreams is the beating heart of the whole experience. The hot tub looks out over a private wooded mountain view that guests consistently describe as stunning in every season — misty mornings, golden afternoons, starlit evenings. Rocking chairs, a dining table, and the sounds of pure Smoky Mountain nature complete the picture. Whether you're sipping coffee at sunrise, grilling dinner at dusk, or soaking under the stars at midnight, this deck delivers the kind of moments that become core memories.
And the wildlife? Guests stake out the windows like it's a sport. Bears, wild turkeys, and the full cast of Smoky Mountain characters have been known to make appearances — often enough that it's practically a feature, not a surprise.
Sweet Dreams sleeps up to 6 guests and includes free Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, charcoal grill, and free parking. No pets. No smoking. Decorated for Christmas during the holiday season.
4-wheel drive or chains required November through March in the event of inclement weather.
With over 148 five-star ratings. The mountains are calling — book Sweet Dreams today.
Distance and Travel Time
- Rocky Top Sports World: approximately 3.9 miles, estimated driving time 11 minutes.
- Anakeesta: approximately 7.0 miles, estimated driving time 16 minutes.
- The Ripken Experience: approximately 9.7 miles, estimated driving time 21 minutes.
- The Island Pigeon Forge: approximately 9.7 miles, estimated driving time 22 minutes.
- Sugarlands Visitor Center: approximately 9.7 miles, estimated driving time 24 minutes.
- LeConte Center: approximately 9.8 miles, estimated driving time 22 minutes.
- Dollywood: approximately 10.1 miles, estimated driving time 20 minutes.
- Titanic Museum Attraction: approximately 11.1 miles, estimated driving time 24 minutes.
- Tanger Outlets Sevierville: approximately 12.1 miles, estimated driving time 26 minutes.
- SkyLand Ranch: approximately 12.2 miles, estimated driving time 26 minutes.
- Soaky Mountain Waterpark: approximately 15.9 miles, estimated driving time 30 minutes.
- Townsend: approximately 26.4 miles, estimated driving time 48 minutes.
- Clingmans Dome: approximately 29.7 miles, estimated driving time 1 hour, 0 minutes.
- Cades Cove: approximately 34.8 miles, estimated driving time 1 hour, 4 minutes.
This list is based on estimated distances and typical driving times under normal conditions. For precise and up-to-date directions, consider using a GPS navigation system or a mapping service like Waze or Google Maps.
Amenities
- Type: Heartland Rentals
- Outdoor Seating
- Hot Water
- Decorated For Christmas
- Fireplace - Gas
- Local Channels
- Private Entrance
- Private
- Radio
- Spa - Hot Tub
- Detector - Smoke
- Spa - Jacuzzi
- Detector - Carbon Monoxide
- 2 Level Cabin
- Sleeper Sofa (1)
- Internet Free WI-FI
- Mountain View
- King Bed (2)
- Near Shopping
- TV - Satellite
- Game - Pool Table
- Central Heat & Air
- Kitchen - Full
- Kitchen - Stove
- Kitchen - Microwave
- Kitchen - Baking Sheet
- Kitchen - Toaster
- Wine Glasses
- Kitchen - Oven
- Kitchen - Refrigerator
- Kitchen - Coffee Maker
- Kitchen - Freezer
- Kitchen - Pots and Pans
- Kitchen - Dishwasher
- Kitchen - Dishes/Utensils
- Non-Smoking
- Pets-Not Allowed
- Dining Table
- Free Parking
- Linens
- Private Bathroom
- Hair Dryer
- Laundry - Washing Machine
- Laundry - Clothes Dryer
- Ceiling Fan
- Grill - Charcoal
Guest Reviews
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Sweet Dreams offers a comfortable, clean cabin with amenities such as a cozy living area, comfortable seating, and plenty of space for relaxation. The staff is friendly and helpful, making it easy to navigate the property. The cabin has views of the mountains and nature, which adds to the overall experience.
Steven D - stayed October, 2016
Great cabin! Beautiful views from the back porch!
This cabin has a great open floor plan with large kitchen with island, dining area, living area, and great size bedrooms and bathrooms.
Only negative was the pillows were not too comfortable. One suggestion also is maybe a different chair in living area and move rocker where tree is in the corner. Over all we enjoyed our stay and would stay here again. Heartland staff was great and helpful! We had to call about heating and cooling issue and problem was resolve quickly!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I enjoyed the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies attraction most.
Carrie C - stayed October, 2016
The view was amazing!!
Just returned from a three-day trip to Gatlinburg for my niece's wedding. Our cabin was beautiful and the view was spectacular! The hot tub is in the perfect spot and the windows in the cabin are placed for the most amazing views of the mountains. It is so close to town, but far enough out where you feel as though you are in the Smokey Mountains. I would recommend to all my friends and definitely stay there again!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
Cheri B - stayed June, 2016
Loved it! Definitely will be back.
Clean, well furnish and comfortable.
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
Tim S - stayed June, 2016
we had a very great stay . the place was very beautiful and clean.
thanks for all the help that was giving to us while we were at sweat dreams. we really enjoyed our stay and the view from our deck. we also like the privacy.
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
Ramona S - stayed June, 2016
Our stay at Sweet Dreams was absolutely wonderful!
The house was magnificent. It was so comfortable and relaxing. A great get-a-way!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I enjoyed the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies attraction most.
Amanda R - stayed June, 2016
Wonderful first full family vacation
Beautiful cabin, and my parents were glad I talked them into staying at a cabin instead of a hotel. Will definitely stay again!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
David W - stayed May, 2016
Amazing!
There is not one thing that could have been done to make out stay any better. From the staff to the cabin everything was beyond perfect . You made our honeymoon amazing!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I enjoyed the Lumberjack Feud Dinner & Show attraction most.
Jessy & Joy C - stayed May, 2016
Memorable
This cabin was absolutely perfect for our vaction, wedding and honeymoon all in one! I had my family visiting from Pennsylvania and they were so excited to get to enjoy the view and to explore the great Smokey mountains. One of the best touches I loved (besides the view and obvious things)was the wipes dark cloths for make up, the big fuzzy blankets, and the fact we over packed! The supplies in the kitchen were endless and that was so wonderful! Thank you so much for being so friendly and having such a nice and clean cabin!
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
Karen H - stayed April, 2016
Beautiful
We decided to come to Gatlingburg and celebrate my husband and sisters Birthday. I located this cabin online and fell in love. Once we arrived the cabin was very clean and beautiful. It was so much better in person. I spoke to Holly and Ashley and they were both so nice and professional. We will be visiting again this fall and hope to stay in another Heartland Cabin.
Yes, I would recommend this vacation rental to a friend or family member!
I did not use the Gateway To Fun pass.
Eric & Amanda R - stayed March, 2016
amazing
We had such an amazing time! We loved the cabin. Didn't want to leave. Our time was so wonderful that we have decided that we will be returning next year for spring break. Hopefully the same cabin will be available! We would only want that one



































