7 Ways Smoky Mountain Cabins with Pools Make Your Vacation Extra Special
Published May 15, 2025
You’ve earned your Smoky Mountains vacation, so make it memorable. Pamper yourself, while giving your family a treat: Book a cabin with the ultimate luxury, a private pool. Need convincing? Here’s how a pool makes your getaway extra special.
1. You don’t have to share with strangers.
At a hotel, you have to share a pool with other guests. At your Smokies getaway with a private pool, you’re sharing exclusively with family or friends. You can relax completely, surrounded only by the folks you love.
2. Swim any time you want.
Community pools, hotel pools, rec center pools–all have operating hours. You’re out of luck if you want a dip at dawn, or like to swim late at night. With a private pool, there’s no closing time.
3. Enjoy the pool in any weather.
In pouring rain, sizzling summer heat, or winter’s chill, the kids can still splash and play. And you can hang out poolside with a drink like it’s a sunny July day in the Caribbean.
4. A pool gives you more to do on vacation.
A pool is a great option on days when you want a break from running around to attractions. Spend some time “at home,” taking full advantage of the pool. It’s just downstairs, or right outside the back door. You don’t even have to drive to get there!
5. Pools are family-friendly fun.
Keep kids and teens busy burning off energy. Who can paddle the fastest on a pool float? Who can swim from one end of the pool to the other first? You’re making family memories together, one splash at a time.
6. You can sneak in some exercise.
Want to stay on your exercise routine on vacation? Swim, or do exercises while you’re in the pool. Water creates gentle resistance, so your muscles have to work harder. You’re building up your stamina for long days at Dollywood or hikes in the Smokies.
7. Pools are about more than water.
Lounging on the pool deck is a treat in itself. Sip Tennessee wine or a cup of fresh coffee. Read that book you’ve been meaning to finish. Catch up on your favorite podcast. Take a well-earned nap. When you’re ready, the pool will still be there for your dip!
Smokies cabins with private pools aren’t common, and they book up early. Don’t miss out! Reserve a cabin with a pool now.