Riverstone Lodge

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 1.7 miles from this rustic low-rise inn, also 4.4 miles from Tuckaleechee Caverns and 5.4 miles from Laurel Valley Golf Course.

The modest rooms offer minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus TVs. They also feature homey touches such as porches with antique light fixtures and rocking chairs. Upgraded rooms have pull-out couches and sitting areas. There are no phones (guests may use the office phone; free long distance). Riverside cabins are available too.

Amenities include an outdoor pool and a picnic area with a bench swing, a fire pit and a BBQ. There's also an on-property family restaurant.