OLD CREEK LODGE IN GATLINBURG-GREAT LOCATION, GREAT PEOPLE

     The Old Creek Lodge in Gatlinburg is ideally located at the juncture of Little River and LeConte Creek, and all rooms have a balcony overlooking the water.

     This peaceful and serene location is in the perfect Gatlinburg location as it is only steps away from the shops, restaurants and attractions of the Parkway.




     The Lodge was renovated in 2011 and the decor follows a National Park theme and photos throughout the Lodge show the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Every room has hardwood floors, a walk-in, tiled shower - with Bath & Body Works amenities - a fireplace and
                                                      custom, hickory furniture. All 54
                                                      rooms are over sized for
                                                      additional guest comfort.


     There is a free, hot breakfast offered daily, with biscuits and gravy, 2 breakfast meats, waffles, oatmeal, fresh fruits, bagels and pastries, coffee and juices. You can dine inside or go out on the patio to enjoy your complimentary meal.

In addition to the breakfast patio, the Lodge offers a Rocking Chair Patio where you can rock along to the soothing sounds of the bubbling streams.

     The staff at Old Creek Lodge is awesome and knowledgeable and will help you with tickets, dining plans and getting around the area. There is free parking at the Lodge and you can catch the Trolley right in front. The Ober Gatlinburg Tramway is located next door and the National Park entrance is less than a block away.

     If you are coming to the Smokies check out the Old Creek Lodge to enjoy the feel of a National Park lodge in a perfect location in Gatlinburg. For more area information, coupons, maps and an App for deals and coupons, go to http://bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/.

THE GREYSTONE LODGE - A GATLINBURG TRADITION

The Greystone Lodge has been a Smoky Mountain tradition for visitors looking for clean, modern and convenient accommodations in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The Greystone is located on a mountain stream and is right across the street from the Ripley's Aquarium close to restaurants, shopping and attractions.


The Greystone has recently completed their renovation and they offer Executive Rooms, Suites, Family Suites, Standard Rooms and Cottages for even more space and privacy. All rooms have private balconies, flat panel TV's, mini-fridges and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have Jacuzzis and gas fireplaces to give your romantic get-a-way that special touch of sitting together in front of the fire.

Every day you can begin with a free hot breakfast before you start your adventure. You can walk right out of our front door and go to Ripley's Aquarium, Mountain Mall, No Way Jose's or out onto the Parkway to explore the many unique and fun shops and attractions that populate the street. In the summertime you can enjoy the outdoor pool with water slide, toddler splash area and remodeled patio area around the pool.

Greystone offers free parking and the meeting rooms are great for family get-togethers, meetings, conventions, wedding receptions or conferences. And the 24-hour Business Center offers hot beverages
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THE OLD MILL - ONE OF MANY GREAT REASONS TO VISIT THE SMOKIES

The Old Mill - Pigeon Forge, TN

     The Tennessee Smokies is an area rich in history, activities, live shows and hundreds of retail and outlet shops that delight and entertain millions of visitors every year to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Sevierville, Townsend and Cherokee, NC. Here are some reasons for you and your family or group to make the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee your next vacation destination.

Fall in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee

     First, the weather. Temperatures are normally mild all year long making your trip and your stay in the Smokies a pleasant experience any time of year. Summer is fun, especially with all of the outdoor activities to pursue like rafting, ziplining, horseback riding, four-wheeling, hiking, biking, go-carting and mini-golf. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg have hundreds of outdoor activities and Sevierville hosts NASCAR Speedpark, ropes course, stables and ziplines. Many of these activities continue into the fall months, but even then, horseback riding, four-wheeling and hiking are even more enjoyable in the cooler temperatures and with colorful leaves falling around your ankles.

Cozied-up in a cabin near Gatlinburg

Winter is normally temperate but there are cold days and even snow. Ober Gatlinburg offers skiing, snowboarding, tubing and skating, and most of the attractions, like the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster, operate during the winter, except on the most extreme of days. The colder weather provides a perfect excuse to huddle in a cabin in the woods, stoke-up the fire, and enjoy the company of your friends and loved ones. As the weather warms and Mother Nature unveils her finest greenery and flowering colors, the Smoky Mountains provide a beautiful and welcoming backdrop to a weekend or pre-summer vacation. There is always something to do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park - like the annual Wildflower Pilgrimage - and theaters are opening with new shows and the attractions welcome visitors with open arms.

Pottery House Cafe & Grill

I mentioned the Old Mill in the headline so it is natural to expect that eating, and eating well, is one of the many satisfying things to do in the Smokies. The Old Mill Restaurant is a historic building offering great Southern Food with outstanding Southern Hospitality. Their sister restaurant, Pottery House Cafe and Grill, sits across the street and offers healthy and unique menu options, all of which are well prepared with fresh ingredients and absolutely yummy! Naturally there are dozens of other restaurants that call the Smoky Mountains home, and you can dine on almost any kind of food especially Smoky Mountain favorites like barbecue and trout. Of course local restaurants specialize in burgers, steaks, skillets, pancakes, diner food and more.

Whatever your reason for coming to the Smokies, we can accommodate your needs and desires. Variety is the spice of Smoky Mountain life and you will find unlimited choices on housing, shopping, dining, attractions, outdoor activities and general entertainment. For lodging information please go to http://smokymountainslodgingguide.com/. There you can check out area hotels, condos and cabins. And for coupons, information, events, video and more check out the Best Read Guide site at http://www.bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/. Enjoy your stay in the Smokies!!