OUR STORY
Our family has been visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for four generations. We were so drawn to the mountains and southern lifestyle that we had to own a cabin to experience it completely. Goldilocks Haven is named after our family of three and the bears that visit.
In September 2019, Goldilocks Haven turned 15 years old.
THE CABIN
When we bought the cabin in September 2004, it was completely outdated with 1980s-style decor.
Major remodeling had to be done, which we did entirely with the help of our grandparents and other family members, who love the mountains even more than we do. The decor is filled with our family memories and efforts.
For example, the desk in the cabin's entryway has a picture of a Smoky Mountain landscape and it was painted by a family member, the green table in the family room has a hand-painted checkerboard which was done by the owner, and the entire wood-log decor lined up on the walls was installed by the owner and a grandparent.
Our cabin has been created to mimic as much of the mountains and home as possible to create a comfortable and exotic environment. We want you to feel like Goldilocks Haven was created for your enjoyment because it is. As we live up north, we visit the cabin twice a year at least to make sure everything is "just right." Our housekeeper cleans the cabin after each guest to make sure it is as comfortable for you as it was the last guest.
We want each guest to feel welcome and enjoy their visit. In order to establish a connection with our guests, you will find a journal so you can record your visit. As owners, we strive to be helpful. We will assist with directions, suggest attractions and restaurants, and help with other questions that will make your stay the best possible. We designed this cabin as a family, and we hope that your family can enjoy it as much as we do.
Check out below some of the testimonials other guests have made, or on our under "Reviews."
"The cabin was wonderful with so much for the children to do! The views were great
morning and night."
"What a 'Golden' opportunity it was to spend our Thanksgiving at your charming cabin. We 'bear'ly had enough time to enjoy all it has to offer."
"As we were backing down the drive to head home, a bear was coming up the driveway! Great ending to a great trip!"