About the Blue Door
Who Loves It Here
Why the Blue Door?
Why the Blue Door?
Why the Blue Door?
Why the Blue Door?
Why the Blue Door?
Did you know the color blue makes you feel safe and relaxed?
Blue evokes feelings of calmness and spirituality as well as security and trust.
Seeing the color blue causes the body to create chemicals that are calming.
About The Keepers
Why the Blue Door?
About The Keepers
Hello! We are Andrew & Elena -
outdoor enthusiasts: hiking, biking, tubing ... we don't discriminate.
Sun's out? Fun's out!
It's raining? Eh ... a little water never hurt anyone but the Wicked Witch.
(That's what rain gear is for ...)
We'd love to tell you, "Welcome to our family cabin!" but we don't feel like The Blue Door belongs to us at a
Hello! We are Andrew & Elena -
outdoor enthusiasts: hiking, biking, tubing ... we don't discriminate.
Sun's out? Fun's out!
It's raining? Eh ... a little water never hurt anyone but the Wicked Witch.
(That's what rain gear is for ...)
We'd love to tell you, "Welcome to our family cabin!" but we don't feel like The Blue Door belongs to us at all - we are simply its keepers; stewards of the space for all who pass through.
We know as you stay and play, your memories will live here too and that, in addition to the magic of the Smoky Mountains,
is our greatest joy!
(Here we are pictured at Cliff Top at sunrise - we also think Cliff Top offers the best sunset you will ever see in your life #wepromise)
Tell me about the smokies!
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
Eight minutes from The Blue Door, and right outside the Smoky Mountains entrance, lies the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center.
This museum preserves history and offers year-round events, concerts, and educational programs.
To learn more about the region, or for fun events while you stay (including guided hikes!),
we always recommend
The Heritage Center.
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
Various websites estimate that 1,500 to 1,900 black bears exist in the Smokies. This equals a population density of approximately two bears per square mile. If you spend time in the Smokies, there's a good chance you WILL see a bear.
Bear sightings are fun!
They are also scary for some people.
If you're planning a trip to The Blue Door, we
Various websites estimate that 1,500 to 1,900 black bears exist in the Smokies. This equals a population density of approximately two bears per square mile. If you spend time in the Smokies, there's a good chance you WILL see a bear.
Bear sightings are fun!
They are also scary for some people.
If you're planning a trip to The Blue Door, we recommend you review what to do if you see a bear (and how to help us protect them!).
Townsend, TN
The American Black Bear is THE symbol of the Great Smoky Mountains
Townsend, TN
Townsend is frequently called
"The Peaceful Side of the Smokies"
in comparison to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge which boasts Dollywood, Anakeesta, Ober, and more.
We love all of the above places for a variety of reasons but we also love that
The Blue Door Cabin
resides in Townsend, TN.
Townsend offers less traffic and is very close to Cades Co
Townsend is frequently called
"The Peaceful Side of the Smokies"
in comparison to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge which boasts Dollywood, Anakeesta, Ober, and more.
We love all of the above places for a variety of reasons but we also love that
The Blue Door Cabin
resides in Townsend, TN.
Townsend offers less traffic and is very close to Cades Cove (known for more animal sightings). If you're looking to get away but you don't want to be amongst the crowds, Townsend is where you want to be.
(The Blue Door Cabin is approx. 40 minutes from the various attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg)