Built in 1830, The Old Mill in Pigeon Forge is a popular historic landmark and restaurant that's known for serving delicious country meals. With a beautiful location on the West Fork of the Little Pigeon River, this working 19th-century grist mill continues to grind corn and flour the old-fashioned way for use in the restaurant.
Because of its historic significance and its beautiful central location in Downtown Pigeon Forge, it's no wonder that many visitors want to stay near the Old Mill. After all, this location is close to nearby attractions like Patriot Park, Dollywood, The LeConte Event Center, and The Island.
To help you find the perfect cabin rental for your Smoky Mountain vacation, we've made this guide on where to find cabins near the Old Mill in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee!
1. Bear Cove Falls
Distance From Mill: 1 Mile
Special Features: Outdoor Pool, Near Dollywood & Gatlinburg Golf Course
Bear Cove Falls is a beautiful resort area that's located just off of the Pigeon Forge Parkway near the Gatlinburg Golf Course. Not only is this lovely cabin community close to Dollywood Theme Park, but it's also only a short drive from the historic Old Mill District in Pigeon Forge!
When you aren't busy exploring nearby attractions, you'll love relaxing at your cabin with resort pool access and plenty of luxury amenities.
2. Brookstone Village
Distance From Mill: 0.9 Miles
Special Features: Resort Pool, Close To Pigeon Forge Parkway
The Brookstone Village Resort area is located less than a mile from the Pigeon Forge Parkway and the Historic Old Mill, so it's perfect for exploring this iconic Smoky Mountain landmark.
This forested resort area is the perfect place to relax on your vacation and it also provides guests with seasonal swimming pool access courtesy of Brookstone Village.
3. Pine Mountain Road
Distance From Mill: 1.7 Miles
Special Features: Near Pigeon Forge Parkway, Mountain Views
The cabins in the Pine Mountain area of Pigeon Forge offer guests lovely views of the valley of Pigeon Forge. Better yet, these rentals are only minutes away from the excitement of the Pigeon Forge Parkway and attractions like the Old Mill. After a great day in the Smokies, you'll love returning to these cabins nestled in the mountains above Pigeon Forge.
4. Mountain Park Resort
Distance From Mill: 2.1 Miles
Special Features: Resort Pool, Wooded Settings
Located only a short drive from the action-packed main drag in Pigeon Forge, the Mountain Park Resort area is an excellent place to find cabins close to the Old Mill. After a great day exploring Pigeon Forge attractions and a delicious meal at the Old Mill, you'll love returning to these cozy log cabins that come complete with amenities like hot tubs and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
5. Sherwood Forest Resort
Distance From Mill: 2.9 Miles
Special Features: Resort Pool Access, Near Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
The Sherwood Forest Resort community is known for offering some of the finest luxury cabins in the Smokies. Not only does this area offer resort pool access, but its cabins are located conveniently in between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, so guests of these rentals can easily visit top-rated destinations like Dollywood, The Old Mill, and Anakeesta in Gatlinburg.
Map of Cabins Near Old Mill
Enjoy this short video of the Old Mill for a preview of what you can enjoy when you visit this beautiful landmark in Pigeon Forge that's included on the National Register of Historic Places!
Final Thoughts
As the oldest building in Pigeon Forge, it's no wonder that so many visitors want to explore the iconic Old Mill. After all, this beautiful landmark has been a destination in Pigeon Forge since Isaac Love first built this grist-mill along the banks of the beautiful Pigeon River.
For help planning your Pigeon Forge cabin vacation, feel free to contact our helpful reservations office at (865) 429-4121 today!
Written by Mark Frazier