Aqua Dreamin' Retreat 13 Bedroom Home by Redawning

We had 25 adults, and the house was beautiful, spacious, and comfortable for all of us. The beds were very comfortable, parking was easy, and the pool and jacuzzi were at great temperatures. A few things didn't work well: the oven wouldn't get hot enough and cooked unevenly, the fridge leaked onto the floor, and water backed up in one bathroom shower each time it was used. The kitchen had some cooking tools, but for a big group we needed more and better quality utensils and bowls. The rooms had only basic cable, and I would have preferred streaming or better options. A list of what's supplied in the kitchen and house would also help future guests plan what to bring.

The views are gorgeous, and this cabin let us host 40 people comfortably. The indoor pool and movie theater kept the kids entertained, while the two kitchen islands gave us lots of room to work. The chef's kitchen was great, with two dishwashers, though I wish it had two sinks and double ovens. If a lot of people will be cooking, bringing hot plates is a good idea. We were very pleased with our stay.

I've rented all kinds of Smokies cabins over the years, dozens of them, and this one had a huge layout that worked well for a group. There were two fridges, plenty of tables, and lots of useful supplies, including towels, paper towels, soap, and toilet paper. The floors were a big problem. Everyone's feet turned black, and the babies had black hands and feet after crawling for just a few minutes. The pool was a little dirty as well. The worst part was finding a giant cockroach in an upstairs bathroom. It made me wonder if there were more in the kitchen near our food, and I felt grossed out for the rest of the stay. I've never seen one in my dozens of cabin visits. I realize older, large cabins can be hard to maintain, and guests may leave food around. Seeing one here doesn't mean every cabin in Pigeon Forge has the same issue, but I'd store food in Tupperware and wear shoes indoors if you stay. This place badly needs a deep clean.

We had around 32 people, 14 of them kids, and there was lots of space for everyone to run around and things to do in the cabin. The kitchen power was the one issue: the microwave stopped working and the stove took a long time to heat. Still, it made a great spot for a family vacation.