Simply Golden Cabin

• You may not realized it yet, but you’ve just taken the last step on your journey to finding the perfect Smoky Mountain cabin. This is it, a place we call “Simply Golden”, in beautiful Wears Valley, Tennessee.  Simply Golden is a very unique and hard to find type cabin that is secluded,  easy to reach, centrally located and features spectacular panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains.  So please allow me to share with you this beautiful cabin nestled against the back drop of the Smoky Mountains National Forest.

We chose this name for our cabin because when we think of what the ideal of a Smoky Mountain cabin is,   Simply Golden, is what comes to mind.  It is simply put a golden find.  The cabin is in a truly “one of kind” setting that quite frankly,  most of the world passed by and forgot about.  It is a hidden gem.  You will find it tucked out of sight and out of mind in a corner of Wears Valley that not many people today are even aware is there.  This is the kind of a place that people come too and never leave.  So we are truly blessed to be able to offer it to you and yours!

Your drive through Wear Valley takes you on a gently winding road  through the large oaks tree’s,  past a small rock-walled pasture and next to a storybook babbling brook.  This lovely drive sets the scene for your arrival at the cabin!  Take one more turn into the driveway, cross the creek, then a short trip up the lane to the end and you’ve arrived at your destination.  It is here that you will notice the drive has taken you just far enough up the hill to where everything magically opens up and now you have an unhindered view of the surrounding mountains and the pasture, cattle and creeks you passed as you made your way through the valley.

Using the keyless door code unlock the door and enter in and get your first glimpse of the large openness of the floor plan,  the big kitchen with granite counters and the windows!  The kitchen,  large dining room and living room are open to a wall of windows from which you can see views of the mountains.  From every room on this level there are spectacular views.  Now believe it or not but we’ve saved the best for last!

Go down to the games room and enjoy a friendly game of 8 ball while catching ‘the game’ on our really big LED television.  Or step out on the covered patio and pull up a rocking chair or a chair with the comfortable cushions and sit while.  Take in the view and see the birds soaring high over the valley on the mountains updrafts.  Listen to the peaceful sound of the mountain.  Dream of taking a soak in the relaxing hot tub.  There is no better plan than to light a fire in the fire pit as the sun starts to make it’s way toward the horizon.  Then spend twenty minutes relaxing in the hot tub as you enjoy the beautiful sunset in the west.  Once the sun is down the fire is ready for you to move on over there and finish your day in front of the campfire sharing stories of your adventures or reliving the days experience.

Sounds great doesn’t it?  It truly is.  So take another look at the photos,  read the glowing reviews past guests have chosen to share of their experience at Simply Golden and then make it official. Reserve your dates for your family’s next adventure to the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee in a place named Simply Golden!

Reservation Information:

• Owners/managers: Donn & Margaret Tisch
• Email: drtisch@hotmail.com
• Phone: 865.202.7657
• Booking details: listed under rental agreement tab

House Rules:

• Check-in: after 4 pm
• Check-out: before 10 am
• Maximum Occupancy: 10
• Minimum Age to Rent: 25 years (see rental agreement or call for complete details)
• Party’s/Events not allowed
• No Smoking

Location Type:

• Mountain View in secluded setting!

General:

• Central Air Conditioning
• Linens Provided (recommended bringing beach towels for hot tub/pool)
• Starter Supply of paper products (enough for first night/day)
• Washer/Dryer – full sized
• Rock drive with plenty of level parking
• Gas-log Fireplace (seasonal from beginning of October thru End of March)
• Internet wireless (high speed fiber optic)

Levels:

• Lower Level: 2 king bedroom, 1 full bathroom, game room, laundry room, covered porches, entry.
• Upper Main Level: 1 king bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast bar, open concept

Kitchen:

• Cooking Utinsels
• Pots, pans, dishes, glasses etc…
• Dishwasher
• Microware
• Refrigerator
• Small appliances – drip coffee maker, blender, toaster, can opener

Dining:

• Dining Room – seats 6 – open floor plan
• Breakfast bar – seats 4

Living Room:

• Open floor plan, 50 inch LED Television, Sleeper Sofa, 2 recliners, 2 rocking chairs, gas fireplace

Game Room:

• Pool Table, 55 inch LED Television, Queen Sleeper Sofa, Cocktail table w/bar stools, various board games & dart board (there is also a foosball table on the screened in back porch)

Bedrooms:

• Bedroom 1: King bed, en suite bathroom, 32 inch LED Television
• Bedroom 2: King bed, 32 inch LED Television
• Bedroom 3: King bed, 32 inch LED Television

Bathrooms:

• Bathroom 1: Full w/tub-shower
• Bathroom 2: Full w/tub-shower
• Bathroom 3: Full w/tub-shower

Entertainment:

• Pool Table – 7 foot connelly slate
• Internet WiFi
• Direct Tv Satellite Television, locals, weather, sports, movies
• DVD player in living room
• Fishing pool access only minutes away (small rental fee for poles in season or bring your own equipment year round) by swimming pool
• Fire Pit – firewood is not provided but readily available at several outlet in the valley
• Hot Tub – with mountain views and sunset views
• Swimming Pool access – outdoor weather permitting – about 5 minute drive

Outdoors:

• Fenced in yard
• Covered Porch (front & side) & Screened in Porch (back)
• Gas Grill – we provide the lp, please call if need of refill
• Charcoal Grill
• Picnic Table
• Custom Fire Pit – adirondack chairs – mountain and sunset views
• Rocking Chairs, outdoor occasional chairs

Pool/Spa:

• outdoor Swimming Pool access
• 4 person hot tub with mountain and sunset views

Attractions:

• Restaurants
• Theaters
• Cinemas
• Dollywood
• Zip Lines
• Alpine Coasters

Leisure Activities:

• Scenic drives
• outlet shopping – antiquing
• Sight Seeing
• Wild life viewing
• Rocking on the porch

Adventures & Sports:

• Fishing – fly fishing
• Golfing
• Hiking – over 800 miles of trails in national park
• Tubing
• Horseback Riding
• Zip Lines
• Kayaking

Local Services:

• Grocery Stores
• Gas stations
• Banking/ATM

A special thank you to everyone who took the time to sign our online guestbook.  Margaret and I so do appreciate your taking time to share your experiences at our cabin with us and others!

…shared from our Online Guestbook!

Travel Times –

Simply Golden is in a wonderful central location that will save you valuable travel time when visiting all the area attractions!

Travel times to some popular destinations:

• Pigeon Forge – 10 minutes
• Gatlinburg – 24 minutes
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park – 11 minutes
• Cades Cove – 35 minutes
• Townsend – 16 minutes
• Dollywood – 21 minutes
• Knoxville Airport – 45 minutes

(times taken from Google maps)

RENTAL AGREEMENT:

Rental Agreement for Simply Golden cabin

1. AGE: To reserve this cabin, you must be at least 25 years old. Groups of unrelated guests must get prior approval. Anyone under 25 years of age must be accompanied by an adult guardian or parent. The minimum acceptable ratio to rent is four (4) children to one (1) adult over the age of 25. A parent or guardian must be staying in the cabin at all times
We do not rent to sororities, fraternities, college or high school groups. For questions, please call 865-202-7657

2. PAYMENTS: To make a reservation we require 1/3 of the total rental amount down on a credit card with the balance due 30 days prior to your arrival date. Reservations will be cancelled for failure to pay the balance after 2 days late. The cabin/property will be put back on the calendar and advertised for rent to another party.

3. CANCELLATIONS: the fee to cancel is equal to 1/3 of the total rental amount (same as your first payment). Cancellations received 30 days or less, prior to the arrival date, will be responsible for the entire rental amount unless the cabin is rented to another party. (It may be necessary to discount the cabin last minute in order to rent it and any refund will be for the difference and less the fee to cancel.)

4. SECURITY DEPOSIT: A $100 refundable deposit will be collected when your balance is due (30 days before your arrival date) and returned within two days after you check out provided there is no extra cleaning or damage. We reserve the right to bill your credit card if expenses exceed the amount of deposit.

5. INSURANCE/ REFUNDS: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for unintended cancellation, disruption of utilities, inclement weather, Acts of God, accidental damage, accidents, injury, break downs, medical emergencies and any other unintended consequences. We do not refund money for early departures, power outages, inclement weather or other disruptions to appliances, amenities or any of the conditions (afore mentioned or not) that is beyond of our control.

6. CHECK /IN TIMES: Check in time is after 4 pm. Every effort will be made to have your cabin ready by 4 pm, in the exceedingly rare event that the cabin is not ready right at four o’lcock, we do not give refunds or compensation if it is not ready on time. Likewise, if your cabin is ready early, you’re welcome to check in up to two hours early and we do not charge for that. (Please call or text 865.202.7657 on the day you arrive to see if your cabin is ready to check in early).

7. CHECK /OUT TIMES: Check out is before 10 am. It is necessary that the cabin be vacant and ready to clean when the cleaning company arrives. There is a late charge of $50 per hour for anyone checking out after 10 am.

8. DEPARTURE: Before you depart;
A) Leave the beds unmade. Put towels & linens in the bath tub.
B) Wash Pots, pans and dishes, put them away in cabinets. Load breakfast plates in dishwasher and start.
C) Leave trash in trash cans in the bear proof bin protector under the deck stairs.
D) Lock all doors and windows.
E) Set thermostat to 70 degrees.
F) Return furnishings to where they were when you checked in. Leave televisions in a connected/wired/programmed condition in which you found them.
G) Please leave the cabin and grounds in the condition you found it.

8a. LOST/LEFT ITEMS: If we are able to find any items left behind and return is requested, a $25 handling fee plus postage will be charged for all items returned.

9. SMOKING: All of our vacation homes/cabins are Non-smoking. You may smoke outdoors if you safely dispose of, extinguish smoking material and pick up your cigarette butts.

10. PETS: This is cabin does allow an approved dog. NO Cats Allowed!
A) Pet must meet with prior approval and a fee paid.
B) Pets are not allowed on the beds or furnishings.
C) Pets left alone in the cabin must be in a portable kennel.
D) Pets that chew, bite or are not properly house trained are not allowed.
E) You must pick up after your pet.

11. PARTY POLICY: We do not allow parties of any kind. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave the property without notice or refund for having a party.

12. VISITORS: Non-paying guests are not allowed unless permission is granted in advance.

13. PARKING: There is parking for 5-6 cars in the driveway.

14. WINTER DRIVING: It is possible for there to be snow and/or ice storms during winter months. We are not responsible or liable for the weather, condition of the road/driveway or your ability to reach or depart from the cabin. If you do experience problems call us immediately and we will do all we can to assist you.

15. IMPROPER USE OF PROPERTY: We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave our cabin/property without notice or refund for any kind of improper use of the cabin. Abusing our vacation home is not allowed and we reserve the right to bill your account for repairs, damage or loss caused that is outside of normal wear and tear.

16. ACCESSIBILITY: It may be necessary on occasion for us to gain entry into the property during your stay (for example: scheduled pest control) we, our representatives and/or maintenance personnel reserve the right to enter the property if necessary. We promise to keep this to an absolute minimum.

17. CLEANING: The cabin/property will be inspected and cleaned after departure. The cleaning fee includes laundering of bedding, linens and towels. Tenants are required to leave the property in the same general condition that it was found/received in by making sure that dishes are washed and put away. And that the property has been picked up, furnishings replaced, televisions programed/connected/working, and the property is ready to be vacuumed, dusted and laundered.

17a, FURNITURE: This cabin is privately owned and decorated to the owner’s personal taste. Please remember that this is our personal vacation cabin and treat it with care during your stay. Do not move furniture. You may incur an additional charge for housekeeping to reposition furnishings and décor.
Photographs are meant to provide a general feel; specific furnishings and décor items in the cabin will change from time to time and may vary from photographs. Bed and bath linens, blankets and pillows are all provided for your use. The kitchen comes fully
equipped.

18. HOT TUB: You and your guests use the hot tub at your own risk. You must keep the hot tub covered when not in use. You must read and follow all directions and safety procedures before using the hot tub. They are posted near the tub or in the cabin book. Do not sit, stand on or damage hot tub covers.

18a. POOL TABLE: Do not attempt to move the pool table. If the pool table is moved or damaged, you are responsible for either paying for repairs or a replacement.

18b. BBQ GRILL: If you use the grill you are responsible for cleaning it after each use. We provide the propane as needed for the gas grill. (we do not provide charcoal for the charcoal grill) If you find both propane tanks empty, just give us a call and we will have a full one delivered as soon as possible.

19. AIR CONDITIONER: Do not use the Air Conditioner or Furnace with the windows or doors open. Do not use the Fireplace & Air Conditioner at the same time. This is a waste of gas and electricity, causes the unit to freeze and will cause permanent damage to the unit leaving you without heat or air condition for duration of your stay. Please be responsible.

20. FIREPLACES: All fireplaces are seasonal. Depending on weather, they are usually turned on in October and turned off in March. All fireplaces are on a timer. Do not attempt to light, adjust or cook on fireplace. Do not move the logs.

20a. FIRE PIT: Please use caution when lighting a fire. Do not scrounge the woods for fire wood. Fire wood should be purchased from a local vender. Fires need to be full extinguished when not supervised. Unexpected high winds at night are not uncommon. You are responsible if you start a forest fire, please use extreme caution.

21. FIRE WORKS: Shooting or Possessing Fire Works at any of our cabins/property is prohibited.

22. WILDLIFE/PESTS: Welcome to the mountains! We do have wild animals in the woods. Insects and pests are not uncommon in the mountains either. Each property/cabin is routinely inspected and treated for insects and pests. Do not leave doors or windows open. Do not leave food out on the counter. Do not leave trash in the cabin. Do not encourage insects, pests or wild animals. Please help us maintain the cabin for future guests.

23. LIMITS OF LIABILITY: By renting this property and signing this document you are assuming all risk and liability for any damage or loss done to persons, property, agents, employees or visitors occasioned by the present or future condition of the premises, both latent and manifest. Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins, the owners, Donn and Margaret Tisch, their employee’s or contractors are not responsible for any loss due to theft, items left behind, accidents or injuries to guests or visitors due to negligence or lack of personal responsibility.

24. ATTORNEY COSTS: If Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins or its owners, Donn and Margaret Tisch employ the services of an attorney to enforce any of the conditions of this agreement to collect amounts due, damages or losses, then the tenant shall be liable for attorney fees and costs incurred by them.

25. Amenities Liability Waiver/Hold Harmless Agreement: Please acknowledge that neither the property owner, or Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins is liable for any “bodily injury, or death” caused as a result of the use of amenities at this rental property, except under pure negligence on the part of the owner or Smoky Mountain Golden Cabins. Amenities are defined as (Swimming pools, hot tubs/spas, saunas, exercise equipment, small watercraft, bicycles, fire pits, playgrounds, fishing, recreation areas, and similar).