Wake to mist-draped ridges and the quiet rush of Mountain Creek. Living Waters is your mountain retreat on the slopes of Chilhowee — just minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Perched along Mountain Creek Road on the eastern slopes of Chilhowee Mountain, Living Waters has been a sanctuary for mountain travelers since day one.
We're not a chain hotel tucked into a strip mall. We're a small lodge where the parking lot smells like pine after rain, where you can hear the creek from your window, and where the Great Smoky Mountains rise like a wall of blue just beyond the tree line.
Whether you're passing through on the way to Cherokee, spending a weekend on the Appalachian Trail, or simply need a quiet place to think with nothing but mountains around you — this is it.
Every room is thoughtfully appointed with the comforts you need and the scenery you came for. No cookie-cutter — just clean, comfortable space with mountain character.
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A spacious queen room facing the eastern ridges — perfect for sunrise coffee and evening starlight.
Two double beds, a sitting nook, and room to spread out. Ideal for families or small groups heading into the parks.
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Our finest room — a king bed, rustic wood details, and the gentle sound of Mountain Creek right outside your door.
Cosby is one of the best-kept secrets in the Smokies — and Living Waters puts you right in the center of it all.
Just minutes from the Elkmont and Cosby Cove entrances. Wildflowers in spring, fireflies in summer, golden foliage in fall — the park is your backyard.
From easy creek-side strolls to strenuous ridge hikes like Clingmans Dome and Mount LeConte — the trail network starts at our doorstep.
Explore the Cherokee National Forest, downtown Cherokee's shops and attractions, and the quiet charm of the Cosby community itself.
At 2,000 feet, the sky opens up. Grab a blanket, sit on the porch, and lose yourself in the Milky Way — no light pollution in sight.
Spring wildflowers, summer green canopies, fall's legendary color show, and winter's quiet hush — every season reveals a different mountain.
No lobbies, no crowds, no rush. Just a peaceful mountain setting where the only schedule is the one you make for yourself.
From misty mornings on the ridge to golden afternoons by the creek — these are the moments waiting for you.
Real words from people who've traded city noise for mountain quiet.
"We stumbled onto Living Waters by accident and it turned out to be the highlight of our trip. Waking up to fog rolling through the pines — I can't describe it. We'll be back."
"As a hiker, I've stayed at a lot of lodges near the park. This is the one I keep coming back to. Clean rooms, the creek is right there, and the owners make you feel like family."
"My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here and it was perfect. Quiet, beautiful, and the kind of place where time slows down. The creek-side room is pure magic at dusk."
Cosby sits on the eastern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains — close enough to every trailhead, quiet enough to hear yourself think.
Call us to check room availability, ask about seasonal rates, or simply tell us what kind of trip you're dreaming of. We'll help you plan it.