A family-friendly stay in the heart of Gatlinburg awaits you at this cabin. You'll be 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and cabin features a washing machine, free WiFi and 7 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a sofa bed are also available. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities.
Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Anakeesta - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Gatlinburg SkyPark - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Lobby Bar - 10 min drive
Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery - 7 min drive
Flapjack's Pancake Cabin - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!
Your ultimate Smoky Mountain retreat awaits, promising unforgettable moments.
This sprawling log cabin lodge in Gatlinburg is designed for the ultimate getaway for large families or groups, offering abundant space and comfort for up to 20 guests.
**STAY DETAILS** This spacious lodge comfortably accommodates up to 20 guests, ensuring ample room for everyone to spread out comfortably. - Sleeps 20 guests - 8 bedrooms (king and queen) - 7 full bathrooms
**INTERIOR FEATURES** - Eight king and queen bedrooms and seven full bathrooms across two spacious floors. - Spacious living area with a seasonal fireplace. - Dedicated Game Room featuring a pool table, foosball, air hockey, and Pac-Man arcade. - Fully-equipped kitchen with both a Keurig and regular coffee maker. - Complimentary Wi-Fi. - Main Floor: Living room with sofa, kitchen/dining, 3 king bedrooms with baths, 1 queen over queen bunk beds with baths. - Lower Floor: 2 king bedrooms, 2 queen bedrooms, 3 baths, game room with sleeper sofa.
**OUTDOOR AMENITIES** - Oversized hot tub with stunning mountain views, perfect for group relaxation. - Spacious deck for enjoying fresh mountain air and scenery. - Park-style grills for memorable outdoor barbecues. - Sloped yard for outdoor activities. - Ample parking for up to six vehicles.
**LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS** - Prime mountain location in Gatlinburg with stunning views and a true mountain experience. - Just 4.5 miles (approx. 10 mins) from downtown Gatlinburg. - 20 minutes' drive to Pigeon Forge attractions. - Easy access to family-friendly attractions like Ober Gatlinburg (aerial tramway, amusement park, TN's only ski area), Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and the vibrant Parkway.
**IMPORTANT DETAILS** - Pet-friendly (max 2 small dogs under 40 lbs; a $75 + tax non-refundable fee per pet applies, crating required if left alone). - Non-smoking property. - Parking for 6 vehicles (no trailer parking). - Primary renter must be 25 years or older and present throughout the stay. - No parties or events allowed.
**THE LIFE OF LUXURY EXPERIENCE** Looking for the ultimate Smoky Mountain getaway for your large family or group? Life of Luxury is a sprawling log cabin lodge in Gatlinburg, perfect for making memories together! With eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, there's ample room for everyone to spread out comfortably, ensuring a truly memorable vacation for multi-generational families or groups.
Step inside and discover endless entertainment across its two well-appointed levels. The dedicated game room promises hours of friendly competition with a pool table, air hockey, and Pac-Man. Gather around the seasonal fireplace in the spacious living area for cozy evenings filled with games and stories. The fully-equipped kitchen invites you to make memories cooking together for the whole crew, with the convenience of both a Keurig and a regular coffee maker. With complimentary Wi-Fi, you can easily share your vacation fun and stay connected.
Outside, the fun continues with an oversized hot tub offering plenty of room for the entire family to relax while enjoying the beautiful mountain views. The spacious deck is perfect for breathing in the fresh air, and park-style grills are ready for memorable family barbecues. A sloped yard provides a great space for kids to run around. This prime Gatlinburg mountain location offers stunning views and convenient access to downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Ober Gatlinburg, and Ripley's Aquarium. With ample parking, Life of Luxury is truly the perfect place to create an unforgettable Smoky Mountain adventure!
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Property located in a resort
Recycling
Unit size: 4,608 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
1660-69290
Frequently asked questions
Does Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! have a pool?
Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! has a pool and a communal pool.
Does Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What luxury perks are available at Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a private yard.
What makes Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!.
Is Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, a water park and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!?
No, Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Go Big or Go Home To This Amazing Gatlinburg Lodge! Reviews
Reviews
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Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 64 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 64 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 64 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 64 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 64 reviews
2 - Terrible
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
hagop g.
26 Oct 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was a terrible experience, the cabin was dirty, smelled very bad. Do. It recommend this cabin to spend vacation and money at all.
hagop g.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Olivia C.
13 Oct 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cabin was not the cleanest. There were stains on the ceilings and cobwebs. During our stay a very foul order appeared in the lower level, making my pregnant sister very ill. The scent was coming from all the downstairs bathrooms. Someone did come a few hours after reaching out to fix it which was nice, but the smell still lingered. The outside garbage can was broken which allowed several bears to come and eat our garbage. The games were fun for the kids and adults, and was a cozy feel.
Olivia C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jerry R.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
escaping the hustle of day to day
loved it!!
Jerry R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Edward S., Columbus OH
29 Jul 2024
Family vacation
Not a bad cabin, could use some updates(some of the interior doors didn’t close properly, some of the blinds need replaced, need to have the trash picked up during stays). All in all we enjoyed it!
Edward S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
kesarla a.
20 Oct 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the money paid
Bed was shaking when slept as the bed frames weren't good. Rest rooms were stinking as the entire property is old. Pool Table was broke and it wasn't that clean either.
kesarla a.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jessica D.
8 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good for a Large Group
We saw lots of bears (some broke into our cars lol) and there were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone. The hot tub was also great. The home and furnishings could stand to be updated, but we were there for the fun and mountains and not to look at a cabin or sit on a couch. I liked the location a lot too-felt remote but was close to restaurants and the grocery store.
Jessica D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kati V., Toledo USA
23 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthdays
It was a great house! The only issue is the kitchen sink really needs fixed. We saw a bear twice on our property, so that was pretty cool!
Kati V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
2/10 Terrible
Abdul-Malik R.
8 Jul 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Aunt Bugs disaster
Aunt Bug’s cabin 12 IS NOT a luxury cabin. The cabin that I stayed in was an old cabin with appliances that were at least 25 years old that were rusted and creeky. The place was filthy with scum built up in most of the showers/bathtubs. The Jacuzzi had a 3-inch scum lining and was filled with dead insects and was linking making it unusable. Much of the outside furniture was rusted and unusable. The outside upper and lower balconies were littered with cigarette butts and beer bottle caps. There were spiderwebs lining the entire lower balcony ceiling. The webs with spiders and trapped insects were also lining the the window and balcony railings.
The outside stairs were unstable. One stair literally broke when my family member was walking down the stairs causing her to fall through the stairs. She was transported by EMS to the local hospital for treatment.
The repairman sent to fix the broken stair refused to fix other stairs that were unstable, He said, “They sent me to repair only one broken stair.”
Three burnt out fluorescent light bulbs were left downstairs in the laundry closet adjacent to game room where the children play. There is no logical reason for this unsafe act. Two televisions didn’t work. Pool stick were broken.
Aunt Bugs cabin is a ripoff. It is a dilapidated old cabin that needs a major overhaul inside & outside. It certainly isn’t what they advertised it to be. I requested a rate discount and they only agreed to waive the cleaning cost. Unbelievable!
Abdul-Malik R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Trikedra O.
6 Mar 2023
Nice but could use some updates
The property was nice, but could use upgrades to linen and usable bbq pit. It was not cleaned properly as there were dirty towels left in one bathroom, no batteries in a few remotes for TVs, hot tub dirty. For an opportunity to experience the mountains, the location is perfect. Just wish it the cabin would have been updated
Trikedra O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
2/10 Terrible
Uriel R.
30 Dec 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place need completely deeper clean up
Not good experience we this please, is super dirty, not even close enough what you see online, is terrible place I totally unhappy with it
Uriel R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda K., Moberly, MO
14 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacay
The house was clean and had everything that we needed, would have been nice to have some fans for added comfort sleeping. Beds were comfort and was very well appointed with furniture. This was a family room for the 14 of us. Had 2 bear sighting at the property and we all enjoyed seeing the bear. Would recommend this house to other and would stay there again!
Linda K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
4/10 Poor
Adrian M., clayton
17 Sept 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Priced way to high
Location is ok, a lot of maintenance needed on this cabin for the price they are asking
We were given the address the very last day usually they will provide you after the last downpayment or at least a week before
Grills were dirty, leaking ceilings, lots of broken floor that
Make them dangerous to get cut really easy.
Adrian M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
4/10 Poor
julie f.
2 Jul 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Gatlinburg Trip
Very disappointed with how outdated the property was. Carpets with many stains, furniture old and worn out, one dinning chair had been screwed back together, but no seat support. Kitchen not sufficiently stocked for number of persons staying. Seven forks for 17 people, no cookie sheets, one large frying pan to use, other had an unsafe handle. Some of the deck boards were rotten. We had to clean the hot tub ourselves and purchase chlorine tablets for chlorine dispenser. The place needs a good spring cleaning, paint, new flooring and a new dryer. If we had not paid our money in advance we would have left and found other lodging.
Did contact management about leaky kitchen faucet and no bath tub plugs, which they promptly corrected. Management also promised to return a blue tooth speaker that was left behind. I would not rent from Aunt Bug's again knowing that not all of their cabins are appropriately updated and cared for.
julie f.
2/10 Terrible
Hal M.
10 Apr 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Will never rent a property owned by Aunt Bugs again!
I find myself having to write a negative complaint for the first time. We called and complained to management about most of the below. A maintenance man came out and asked us to write a list of all the problems. Instead of enjoying our vacation we spent the first day cleaning - asked to have a cleaning crew come out. But no one ever did. We spent a lot of money on cleaners, wipes and ended up having to clean cabin especially kitchen and bathrooms before allowed anyone to use. We spent time calling the management and listing complaints and gave them to the maintenance man. He brought back a new toilet seat and a drain for one bathroom. Still none of the leaky faucets were fixed. Or any of the ants, bees and other insects were addressed. Hot tub unusable and even after maintenance came out on next to last day it still wasn't usable. The upstairs AC never got below 77. Management did send service person but had little he could do to remedy. The other complaints below we had to live with given initial response from management. Aunt Bugs is appropriate name as cabin had ants crawling out of drain into 2 of the tubs and other sinks, bugs crawling in every room including large spider on pillow. Upon arrival found large broken glass vase with marbles inside- vase had large hole in side so a child/adult who might reach in to grab marble would slice their arm (we put it away so nobody could access it). Cabin was dirty even for pre-COVID requirements but definitely not even close to COVID clean requirements now. Bottom of broken bottle on walkway to lower deck. 2 level cabin where A/C would not cool down below 77 degrees even when set low to try and make it work. Complained there were no fans to use - except one. No hangers in closets. Nearly all faucets leaked constantly. Loose flooring in front of dishwasher enough that it flipped out first time we walked over it. Toilet stained and filthy. Hot tub cloudy and smelled. GFI outlet kept tripping so we could not use microwave unless we moved it to another spot. Trash around yard including dryer lint mounds where it was dumped over deck onto the yard - very disgusting especially given area where kids could play. Aunt Bugs cabin next to ours had 2 gas grills. We had disgusting camp grills not cleaned and at least 5 gallons of wet charcoal dust/remnants stacked next to it. We had to go to Ace Hardware to buy our own grill. Overall a disappointing stay and will never recommend or go back to Aunt Bugs.
Hal M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
2/10 Terrible
Ebony J.
5 Jan 2021
The cabin needs to be updated and new furniture and new bed.People paid too much money .
They need new beds and pots and pans.The cabin really need to be updated.
Ebony J.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Dee D.
6 Oct 2020
Very Large Spacious Cabin
The house it self was pretty good. Saw LOTS of bears so you can't let you childen out to play but there is plenty to do in Gatlinburg to keep them busy. House needed repairs, dishwasher, sink faucet. Also Aunt Bug's policy was to NOT give out the address which is a terrible policy when traveling 10 hours. You want an address to go to, not just riding around town waiting. We had infants so had to leave early in the morning so they would sleep getting us there before check in time. Caben was ready, cleaned but still wouldn't give us the address. Had to request 3 times for them to take the garbage as the BEARS loved it. Don't think I will rent from Aunt Bugs again.
Dee D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
20 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful setting but the view was not as good as we thought it would be. Not a clear view to the mountains. Other properties very close by had better views. Not having a pool to go to (since the community pool was under renovation) was a disappointment for the kids. Had an issue with the electrical connections. One bathroom's lights were out the entire time we were there and had to have an electrician come out for other problems. The game room was great and kept us occupied on rainy days. Overall, a very nice property with a few glitches.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Cyndy P.
6 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The house was great. We enjoyed being in the woods enough to see some wildlife but were still close to all the amenities Gatlinburg had to offer.
Cyndy P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
8/10 Good
David C., Winston Salem
9 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Life of luxury #12
Good house and location was great for us. We went to the Greenbrier hiking area and did not have to go through town. 8 bedrooms and worked ok for us with 7 couples and 5 kids in the bunk room. We also had 2 infants in pack and plays in their parents closets
Tight but doable
Playroom is a bonus but no air hockey puck and some other issues
We would go back due to location
David C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
6/10 Okay
Sandra H.
9 Dec 2019
Could use a few upgrades but good location
Having to check in at an office prior to arriving wasn't something I was used to having to do. Now I realize it's because they make you pay the security deposit in cash. It wasn't in the check in instructions which would have been helpful so we didn't have to search for an ATM after going to the check in office. I am not allowed to list the amount of the deposit, but suffice it to say it took multiple ATM transactions to get the required amount out.
The cabin location was very good. Parts of it are a little rough around the edges. Blinds broken, chairs sagging, lightbulbs burned out etc. Had to hook up the televisions to make them operational. There's an absurd number of remote controls, but most of them were missing batteries so bring your own.
The hot tub was a good size and operational.
Sandra H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
6/10 Okay
Abegaile D.
24 Jul 2019
Life of luxury
We loved the moosehead and pacman arcade game, other amenities need to be updated
Abegaile D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Rosmery O.
10 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
excellent
we left very happy everything was very clean and cute