About Spence Cabin
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Cabin Outdoor Features
- Deck or Patio
Reviews (91)
What Guests Are Saying
Spence Cabin is a beautiful and serene venue, perfect for intimate events like weddings, with stunning scenery and helpful staff. Guests appreciate the charming historic building, although it lacks mirrors and can be chilly inside. Overall, it meets the needs for special occasions and is highly recommended for its picturesque setting.
What Guests Are Saying
Spence Cabin is a beautiful and serene venue, perfect for intimate events like weddings, with stunning scenery and helpful staff. Guests appreciate the charming historic building, although it lacks mirrors and can be chilly inside. Overall, it meets the needs for special occasions and is highly recommended for its picturesque setting.
Review Summary
John J
May 10, 2022
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful setting. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Highly Recommend
John J
May 10, 2022
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful setting. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Highly Recommend
Carolyn N
October 21, 2021
The views were great and the cabin was clean upon arrival. It’s decently close to Cade’s Cove and MANY hiking trails. It’s the perfect location for a family get together or reception!
Carolyn N
October 21, 2021
The views were great and the cabin was clean upon arrival. It’s decently close to Cade’s Cove and MANY hiking trails. It’s the perfect location for a family get together or reception!
Miriam F
September 2, 2021
This was a lovely spot for a wedding. The river keeps the air cool around the cabin -- even with high humidity.
Miriam F
September 2, 2021
This was a lovely spot for a wedding. The river keeps the air cool around the cabin -- even with high humidity.
Kristin R
August 29, 2021
Spence Cabin was great for our small wedding. Very glad we rented for two days allowed setup day before.
Kristin R
August 29, 2021
Great location for wedding
Kristin R
August 29, 2021
Spence Cabin was great for our small wedding. Very glad we rented for two days allowed setup day before.
Kristin R
August 29, 2021
Great location for wedding
Location & Directions for Spence Cabin
500 Elkmont Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 United States
Elevation: 668 ft
Getting There
Spence Cabin is located near Elkmont Campground. Drive south from Gatlinburg, TN on Newfound Gap Road (U.S. 441) for 1.7 mi and turn right onto Little
River Road toward Cades Cove. Proceed 5 mi to Elkmont Campground road and turn left. Go 1.4 mi ...
Spence Cabin is located near Elkmont Campground. Drive south from Gatlinburg, TN on Newfound Gap Road (U.S. 441) for 1.7 mi and turn right onto Little
River Road toward Cades Cove. Proceed 5 mi to Elkmont Campground road and turn left. Go 1.4 mi and turn left just before the campground office (sign says Elkmont Nature Trail 0.3, Little River Trail 0.6 and Jakes Creek Trail). After crossing the bridge, take the second left into the parking lot. Parking for Spence
Cabin will be on your right as you make the loop through the parking lot. (The nearest street address is 500 Elkmont Road, Gatlinburg, TN.)
Highway access
Spence Cabin is accessible via Newfound Gap Road (U.S. 441), which connects Gatlinburg to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This road is the primary route leading to the area.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Gatlinburg Entrance
Approximate drive: 5.6 mi · 10 min
Near Yosemite National Park
The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate drive: 18.9 mi · 32 min
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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