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    4.3 (52 reviews)
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    Jack B.

    This place is a hidden mountain gem! From the hospitality, to the staff, to the accommodations, this place truly is a little gold mine in the Smokeys. The cabins are just big enough to accommodate all your needs and we were greeted with a welcome basket in our cabin. We also had a hot tub on the porch which was a nice additive. The Bistro was a short walk from our cabin and the food was delicious (separate review). You're also a short drive to numerous hiking trails, Cades Cove, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Tuckaleechee Caverns and so much more. Next time you want a less busy mountain encounter give this place a try. You won't regret it.

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    Shannon H.

    We were visiting to spend time with a family member in hospice. Our cabin was peaceful, and private, just what we needed. The Smokey Mountains are very close by, and we did do the Cades Cove drive, very lovey. It's a beautiful property and we would definitely stay again. A special thanks to Christy, the manager onsite. She was very accommodating and kind to us. It's very clear she takes her job seriously and wants all her guests to have a pleasing experience. Also, there is a a great coffee shop onsite, as well as a delicious Appalachian bistro. We highly recommend both! There's also a cafe and general store that we didn't get to try. Dancing Bear Lodge is on the peaceful side of the mountain, as it says, and that is very true.

    Kylie N.

    We absolutely loved our weekend at Dancing Bear Lodge. Everything was so beautiful and perfect from the beginning to the end. Townsend, TN. is the most quaint adorable town filled with lovely people. The cabin itself was perfect! It was spacious and everything was cleaned perfectly when we arrived. Large closest, king sized (extremely comfy) bed, a huge tub in the bathroom, hot tub on the porch, indoor fireplace and more! What else could you ask for honestly? It was sheer perfection. Dancing Bear Lodge has really thought of everything to make guest feel like they are living their home away from home. The area itself is so peaceful and quiet and the air smells so fresh when you wake up and step outside first thing in the morning. I mean really, it is true perfection and I couldn't recommend this place enough! If you are looking for the perfect serene getaway, book this place as soon as you possibly can. You won't be disappointed. It's gorgeous!

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    Sally H.

    Wow, what an unexpected find! This place ended up being better than I even imagined! I was on my way to the area and looking to avoid the young Spring Break crowd in Gatlinburg. Townsend is advertised as being the peaceful side of the smokys- and boy it was! It is such a quaint, homey, quiet town. I rented the Jack Pine cottage with 2 queen beds. The room was perfectly clean. The beds just looked puffy and comfy, and they were! The closet and bathroom were both spacious, plenty of room for the 3 of us and our things. Everything was clean and well maintained. The room had everything for making coffee in the morning and it was good! The villas were in a different area and from my understanding, they are a more modern option. I loved the cottage with wood detailing throughout. The grounds around the lodge are beautiful, as soon as you pull up you will want to go exploring! Unfortunately the restaurant was closed when I visited, but it looked nice from the outside. At the base of the lodge is a small "town" with restaurants and a coffee shop. We went to the restaurant for lunch and it was delicious- burgers and sandwiches. The lodge gave us a card to be used for $10/person breakfast- we didn't use this because it didn't seem worth it to us. We drove to Cades Cove from the lodge and enjoyed it- it seems like Townsend is as close as you can get to the park, but it still took about 30 minutes to be on the actual Cades Cove trail. It's an enjoyable drive though! Overall, I HIGHLY recommend staying here and visiting Townsend! It's a perfect escape!

    Monique M.

    We came here for a family reunion and were happy with the accommodations. In contrast to some of the other rooms we saw, our room, the Sugarlands, was more modern. All of the rooms were clean and spacious. Our room has three large elevated and Elevated windows that are out of reach. They also have no curtains. The street lamp outside shines right in and makes it difficult to sleep at night. The natural light causes us to wake up early. There should be curtains. Our room is wonderful, but on a vacation, the aim is really to get a good night's rest. We were woken up at around 6 am from noise. What? This place is so quiet, I had to check and see wha the deal was. A new family was moving in to their room right next door. They were lugging their suitcases, slamming doors. The walls are too thin for that. Though they advertise WiFi, the WiFi hasn't worked for any of our 35 family members. One of us had to go into the city to get the WiFi from Starbucks to do work. Don't expect to be able to access Netflix here. Discovered that you get $15 for your first night's stay when you check in on yelp. But, you're supposed to checkin before payment "so they don't overcharge" the coupon says.

    Jess C.

    4 Solid Stars! My wife and I loved staying here. Their modern cabins have all the little touches of comfort to make you feel right at home but most importantly how comfortable the bed was! There is a ceiling fan in the bedroom and sliding glass door to enjoy the beautiful Smokey mountains with a complementary cup of coffee that was very easy to make. Fireplace in living room was nice but only operational in winter months. Parking was right out front and the hall to get food was within walking distance of our cabin where there was complimentary breakfast. We enjoyed even watching a baby black bear walk right past our cabin! The location is perfect to just disconnect from our busy days. They only lost a star for really bad internet service. While some of us are okay with turning off our phones, in this day and age, it's hard to not completely disconnect especially since phone data is not free. The router was in the living room and didn't reach the bedroom. Second small issue was the hot water for shower didn't last very long. Making those small adjustments would definitely get them 5 stars! Staff was also wonderful.

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    Silvana E.

    Love this place. Stayed there for a few days with the family. The cabin was clean and the beds a very cozy. The grounds are beautiful

    Amalia K.

    My first time in the Smoky Mountains and it was amazing! An AMAZING space for a wedding venue or for a weekend mountain getaway. I was personally there for a wedding and here were some of my favorite parts: 1. The lodge is only a 25-30 min drive from Knoxville airport. Being there for a wedding with out-of-town visitors was actually really easy and the lodge was not difficult to find. 2. The check-in office is visible from the road before you drive up to the cabins that are tucked away in the woods. Next to the office is a country store and cafe... I had an AMAZING pulled pork sandwich that I topped with sauce and toppings from their toppings bar. The cashier gave me a 10% off coupon that I was able to use at the country store next door. There, I bought a bottle of jam, hand-roasted coffee, handmade soap and chapstick... all of which I have since used at home and enjoyed very much. 3. Our 2 BR 2 Bath lodge was EXTREMELY spacious, with a hot tub on the back porch that faced the woods. It was very private and quiet. 4. Hiking trails into the mountains were a quick drive from the lodge. I did not go on one personally, but other wedding guests were able to go on hikes 10-15 min away in the morning before the wedding. 5. The restaurant on the premises had some of the most incredible food I've ever had. The menu had some of the traditional comforts, as well as unique dishes clearly created by the touch of a high-quality chef and kitchen staff. 6. At the wedding, the staff were not only kind and courteous, but FUN! They were dancing and laughing towards the end of the night after everyone had been served. They were completely composed during the wedding events and were helpful to the wedding party throughout the day. Overall, I felt they were hospitable and it was obvious they have a family dynamic. Five stars, five stars, five stars!

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    Keith T.

    The Dancing Bear was the very best part of our Smokey Mountains experience. Incredible accommodations, remarkably pleasant and attentive staff, gorgeous facility, great amenities, we have nothing but the best of things to say about everything surrounding our time in Metcalf Bottoms at the Dancing Bear. We are now looking forward to our next visit to the area to enjoy a longer stay. The kindness of everyone involved in the day to day experience at the lodge and bistro take your idea of southern hospitality and put it to shame. The philosophy here is "Yes" they aim to please and they hit the mark every time. We were late trying to get ahold of the office for reservations, so we called the bistro and they took care of us and got our cabin ready for us as we drove in from Pigeon Forge.

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    Thank you for the feedback, Jess. We'll work on it.

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    The cabins are just big enough to accommodate all your needs and we were greeted with a welcome basket in our cabin.

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