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Mountain Lodge & Inn · Cosby, Tennessee

Rest beneath
the Smoky Mountains

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.

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Mountain view from Living Waters lodge with morning mist rolling through the pines
Cozy lodge interior with warm lighting and mountain views through large windows

A place that feels like coming home — only higher

Perched along Mountain Creek Road on the eastern slopes of Chilhowee Mountain, Living Waters has been a sanctuary for mountain travelers since day one.

Built for those who breathe easier at elevation

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.

Minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Intimate, family-run lodging
Mountain Creek frontage
Flexible check-in for early arrivals

Rooms with a view you won't forget

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.

Mountain view room with queen bed, large window overlooking forested ridge Most Popular

Mountain View Queen

A spacious queen room facing the eastern ridges — perfect for sunrise coffee and evening starlight.

Free Wi-Fi TV Private Bath Coffee
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Family suite with two double beds and a cozy sitting area with mountain decor

Family Suite

Two double beds, a sitting nook, and room to spread out. Ideal for families or small groups heading into the parks.

Free Wi-Fi TV Private Bath Sitting Area
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Creek-side room with king bed, rustic wood accents, and a view of Mountain Creek Premium

Creek-Side King

Our finest room — a king bed, rustic wood details, and the gentle sound of Mountain Creek right outside your door.

Free Wi-Fi TV Private Bath Creek View
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More than a place to sleep

Cosby is one of the best-kept secrets in the Smokies — and Living Waters puts you right in the center of it all.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Just minutes from the Elkmont and Cosby Cove entrances. Wildflowers in spring, fireflies in summer, golden foliage in fall — the park is your backyard.

Hiking & Trailheads

From easy creek-side strolls to strenuous ridge hikes like Clingmans Dome and Mount LeConte — the trail network starts at our doorstep.

Historic Cosby & Cherokee

Explore the Cherokee National Forest, downtown Cherokee's shops and attractions, and the quiet charm of the Cosby community itself.

Stargazing at Elevation

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.

Seasonal All the Way Around

Spring wildflowers, summer green canopies, fall's legendary color show, and winter's quiet hush — every season reveals a different mountain.

Intimate & Unhurried

No lobbies, no crowds, no rush. Just a peaceful mountain setting where the only schedule is the one you make for yourself.

What our visitors say

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."
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Maria & Tom
Atlanta, GA
"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."
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James R.
Nashville, TN
"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."
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Susan K.
Chicago, IL

Right in the heart of it all

Cosby sits on the eastern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains — close enough to every trailhead, quiet enough to hear yourself think.

Living Waters

Address 3618 Mountain Creek Rd
Cosby, TN 37722-2816
Check-in Flexible — call us to arrange your arrival time
Nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park — 5 min
Cherokee, NC — 20 min
Little River Canyon — 30 min

Your mountain escape is one call away

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.

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