Overall, my family and I enjoyed our stay, mainly because it was our first time getting together in ages. We were disappointed that the pool did not have the TV where it is shown in the pictures, as when we were looking at the listing, we'd promised the kids a movie night in the pool.
There is evidence of mice in the kitchen and bedrooms, and the home needs quite a bit of TLC to make it a true showplace, as shown. The kitchen had several mouse bait stations and droppings in various places, making us distrust the cleanliness of the kitchen accouterments. The stove hood had built up grease, grime, and dust, so I wondered about the housekeeping staff. There was a chair that was broken and unsafe to sit on. There was also a loose spoke in the downstairs railing in one of the bedrooms. The bottom was still attached and the top was hanging over the stairs, making it an impalement hazard for anyone who may trip down the stairs.
We observed mold in quite a few places and obvious signs of water leaks, particularly in the master bedroom shower, where grout had been "fixed" using caulk.
This home would be quite a showplace if shown some serious TLC. It is absolutely beautiful, has stunning views, and is far enough off the beaten path that you truly feel like you're isolated when, in reality, you are only 20 minutes from almost everything Pigeon Forge has to offer.
The host is exceptionally nice and we did enjoy our trip, but the home needs substantial repairs.