Welcome to Wander Wears Lodge
Stay in the heart of Wears Valley, TN
Right in the heart of Wears Valley, Wander Wears Lodge is a small, rustic boutique motel where mountain views fill every window. Located on Wears Valley Road and just two miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance at Metcalf Bottoms, it’s an easy place to slow down, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the Smokies after a day of hiking and exploring.
With views of Cove Mountain, affordable accommodations, fire pits, charcoal grills, and mini golf, Wander Wears Lodge offers the simple comforts that make a mountain getaway special. Quaint shops and local restaurants are just a mile away, while the crowds of the Foothills Parkway feel a world away.
Come experience the quieter side of the Smokies and make Wander Wears Lodge your home base for exploring Wears Valley and the Great Smoky Mountains.
Affordable, Rustic, and Right on Wears Valley Road
Looking for a comfortable place to stay without paying resort prices? Wander Wears Lodge keeps things simple, affordable, and relaxed. Our rustic accommodations give you a comfortable home base for your Smoky Mountain adventures, with room to unwind between days spent hiking, sightseeing, and exploring.
Wears Valley has its own pace—and we like it that way. Here, the crowds stay on the Pigeon Forge Parkway and you get to enjoy the mountains at the end of the day.
A Little History, A Lot of Character
Long before it became a place for travelers to stay, this property was part of the Stinnett family legacy in Wears Valley. In 1975, a roadside motel was built on the land, beginning a new chapter that would span more than four decades. Family-owned and operated until 2021, the property has welcomed generations of visitors traveling through the peaceful side of the Smokies.
An Abundance of Activities – At Home & Nearby
Fire Pit
Charcoal Grills
Mini Golf
Community Pool
River Rafting
Horseback Riding
Hiking
Shops & Restaurants
Local Favorites
Explore quaint shops and restaurants such as Mountain Brothers General Store, Heavenly Roast Coffee, Elvira's Café and Tennessee Shine Co. All within 1 mile.
Hit the Trails
Hop on the Foothills Parkway or head to nearby trailheads such as Metcalf Bottoms, Meigs Creek (The Sinks), Laurel Falls and Elkmont.
Perfectly Located
Wears Valley is only 10–20 minutes from Townsend, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Four Seasons, Four Different Stays
Spring
Wildflowers along every trail, waterfalls at full volume, and mild days made for long walks.
Summer
River days at Metcalf Bottoms, fireflies after dinner. The easiest season to bring the whole family.
Fall
Peak foliage across the ridges. Don't miss this gorgeous time of year to see the Great Smoky Mountains.
Winter
Bare ridgelines you can see straight through, fires every night, and our lowest rates of the year.
Kind Words From Our Guests
One of Our Favorite Places!
"Wears Valley is always one of our favorite places to stay when visiting the area. It's close to Pigeon Forge but far from the congestion and traffic. This AirBNB is close to Elvira's (great breakfast) as well as coffee shops. It is also close to Foothills Parkway & Townsend. We stayed in a king sized bedroom (#1). The room is just like the pictures. The AC works great and the sitting areas outside are super cute."
Nice View of the Mountains
"Easy to find, quiet, well away from the craziness of downtown Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. Nice view of mountains across the street."
Clean, Comfortable & Great Location
"Nice little home base for the weekend after spending the days exploring and hiking in the mountains. Would gladly stay again. Clean, comfortable, and great location in Wears Valley."
Perfect Location!
"Perfect location for easy access to the park and a quick drive into town. Quaint converted motel. Loved having a fenced area for my dog. Would definitely recommend!"
Wonderful Place to Stay
"We stayed 6 wonderful nights, it is hard to find a good clean dog friendly establishment. They even have a very nice dog area to play in with grass. The 2 bedroom room was very spacious with lots of room, nice kitchen and livingroom. I meet the staff and they could not be more friendly and attentive to the guest needs. 10 out of 10."
