Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is visited due to its proximity to Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but since the 1980s it has become a destination all its own. Outlet malls, entertainment venues, hotels, cabins and chalets now fill the landscape of this former farming community.
The differences between cabins and chalets lie in the architecture and décor. Cabins are more rustic in nature and generally built from logs. Chalets feature A-frame construction and plenty of natural light from their many large windows.
Most cabins and chalets in Pigeon Forge offer outdoor hot tubs or indoor Jacuzzis. Many accommodations have both, as well as saunas, full kitchens, and pool or Foosball tables.
The nearby Smoky Mountains help dictate the seasonal rates for Pigeon Forge accommodations. From early June to mid-August the weather is warm and sunny for outdoor activities. The changing leaves bring visitors in October. You may pay more for rentals at these times of year and during major holidays.
Some Pigeon Forge cabins and chalets have minimum age requirements for reservations. Smokers should check policies, as many of these accommodations prohibit smoking.
