Red rock or mountains. Pick your direction.

Two family-ready vacation homes for short stays: one in the southern Utah desert near Zion, one at the doorstep of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains.

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Aerial view of Black Desert Resort's pools and lake, with lava fields, golf greens and red cliffs behind Ivins, Utah
Layout
Studio
Sleeps
Up to 6
Beds
2 queen + sofa bed
Bath
1
To Zion NP
~1 hr
The desert home

Black Desert

1400 E Black Desert Drive, Ivins, UT 84738
From the $400s / night

Wake up where black lava fields meet red sandstone cliffs. Black Desert Resort sits in Utah’s Greater Zion region, with a championship golf course and pickleball at the door, a state park around the corner and one of America’s most famous national parks about an hour away. Days here are for hiking, biking and desert sunsets; nights are for Broadway under the stars.

In the studio

  • 2 queen beds
  • Double sofa bed
  • Private ground-level patio
  • In-room washer and dryer
  • Well-appointed kitchenette
  • Full-size refrigerator
  • Complimentary parking

Around the resort

  • Outdoors · Minutes away

    Snow Canyon State Park

    Volcanic cones, lava tubes and red sand dunes. Walk the trails or ride e-bikes past dark lava and red rock.

  • Shows · In Ivins

    Tuacahn Amphitheatre

    Broadway-style musicals in an open-air theater set against towering red cliffs.

  • Day trip · ~1 hr

    Zion National Park

    Canyon hikes for every level, from easy riverside walks to the famous Angels Landing.

  • Sport · On the resort

    Golf & pickleball

    Black Desert’s Tom Weiskopf course is ranked among the best public courses in the U.S., plus a 21-court pickleball complex.

  • Kids · St. George

    Dinosaur Discovery Site

    Real Jurassic dinosaur tracks and a sandpit where kids dig for their own.

  • Water · Short drive

    Sand Hollow State Park

    Red-sand beaches, boating, paddling and off-road adventures on a blue reservoir.

Representative bedroom with two queen beds, blue patterned wallpaper, a lounge chair and a sliding door to a patio
Representative photo. Size and layout are similar; décor and furnishings may vary.
Life at Black Desert Resort

A luxury resort between lava and red rock

Black Desert Resort is a luxury destination in Ivins, near St. George and Zion National Park, built for golf, spa days, great food and evenings around the fire pit. More than 200 acres of preserved desert surround it, so the views stay wide open.

9.2/10
Wonderful Black Desert Resort guest rating on Expedia, from 197 reviews (Oct 2026)
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  • Championship golf

    An on-site championship course, plus a two-acre, 36-hole putting course and a driving range.

  • Pools & hot tubs

    Outdoor pools and hot tubs facing the lake, lava fields and cliffs.

  • Full-service spa

    Massages and treatments without leaving the resort.

  • Fitness center

    Cardio and strength equipment for morning workouts.

  • Dining for every mood

    Basalt steakhouse, Latitude for breakfast with Snow Canyon views, Oasis rooftop tacos, Club 73 barbecue with live music and Lava Love coffee.

  • 20th Hole

    A 14,000 sq ft sports bar with golf simulators and big screens.

  • Easy getting around

    Golf cart shuttle service on the property, an airport shuttle and underground parking.

  • Evenings outdoors

    Fire pit gatherings under clear desert skies.

Optional extras

Full breakfast
approx. $13–25 per person
Airport shuttle
$45 per person, one way
Covered self parking
$15 per day
Covered valet parking
$25 per day, in/out privileges

This list may not be complete. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Amenity access and reservations are set by the resort.

Green valley and forested Smoky Mountain ridges under summer clouds near Sevierville Sevierville, Tennessee
Sleeps
Up to 4
Bedrooms
2
Beds
2 queen
Baths
2.5
Size
1,300 sq ft
The mountain home

Dollys Drive

4238 Dollys Dr, Unit 2, Sevierville, TN 37876
From $410 / night (estimated)

Base camp for the Great Smoky Mountains, America’s most visited national park. Spend mornings spotting wildlife and chasing waterfalls, then head into Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg for theme parks, dinner shows and mountain coasters. Sevierville keeps you close to all of it, with waterparks, zip lines and outlet shopping of its own.

  • Theme park · Pigeon Forge

    Dollywood

    Appalachian-themed rides, live shows and food that work for kids and grandparents alike.

  • Outdoors · National park

    Cades Cove loop

    An 11-mile scenic drive where black bears, deer and wild turkeys are often spotted.

  • Easy hike · National park

    Laurel Falls

    A paved trail of about 2.6 miles round trip to an 80-foot waterfall.

  • Water · Sevierville

    Soaky Mountain Waterpark

    Slides, wave pools and splash zones for every age.

  • Adventure · Sevierville

    Zip lines & Skyland Ranch

    Treetop zip lines and swinging bridges, or a chairlift to a mountaintop with a coaster and mini animals.

  • Town · Gatlinburg

    Aquarium & Aerial Tram

    Ripley’s Aquarium, then the tram up to Ober Mountain for skating and a mountain coaster.

Inside the home

A Dolly-inspired retreat, minutes from Pigeon Forge

Your own private 1,300 sq ft, two-story unit in a two-unit townhouse-style cottage, with no shared rooms or indoor space. Warm wood paneling, mid-century furniture and bold Dolly Parton artwork set the tone. Each bedroom has its own full bathroom, so families and couples traveling together both get privacy. Every photo is of this unit.

4.82/5
Loved by guests Guest rating for this home on Airbnb, from 185 reviews (Oct 2026)
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Winter travel: 4WD or AWD is required in winter. The final road to the cottage is very difficult with a 2WD vehicle in snowy, icy or very wet conditions. Please plan accordingly and consider travel insurance.

Open living room with a grey sofa, leather armchair, patterned rug and Dolly Parton artwork
Relax An open living room with mid-century style and Dolly Parton art.
Dining table with four chairs beside a large Dolly Parton mural and the kitchen
Gather Dining for four, a breakfast bar and a full kitchen with a full-size fridge.
Bedroom with a colorful bedspread, stone fireplace wall, vaulted ceiling and two leather chairs
Rest A queen bedroom with a vaulted ceiling and a cozy reading corner.
Bathroom vanity with a large mirror and a yellow patterned shower curtain
Refresh A bright bathroom with fresh towels ready.
Covered stone porch with two rocking chairs and a lantern
Unwind A covered porch with rocking chairs.
Exterior of the home with a long covered porch, trees and a paved parking area
Arrive Flat parking right in front of your door.

Good to know

Quick answers for planning your trip. Anything else, just ask in your request.

How many guests can each home sleep?

The Ivins studio sleeps up to 6 with 2 queen beds and a double sofa bed. The Sevierville home sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed and its own full bathroom.

How much does a stay cost?

The Ivins studio starts in the $400s per night, and the Sevierville home starts at an estimated $410 per night. Rates change with the season and dates, so we send an exact quote with every reply, including any cleaning or resort fees.

Is there a minimum stay?

Minimum nights vary by season and holidays. We confirm it with your quote.

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is subject to availability, so just ask.

Is there a minimum age to check in?

Yes. The guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.

Can we bring our pet?

Let us know in the form if you’re traveling with a pet and we’ll confirm the policy for the home you choose.

Is there parking?

Yes. The Ivins studio includes complimentary parking, and the Sevierville home has flat parking right in front of the building plus a carport.

Visiting Sevierville in winter? A 4WD or AWD vehicle is required for the final road in snow or ice.

Which airports are closest?

Ivins: St. George Regional Airport (SGU) is about 25 minutes away, and Las Vegas (LAS) is about 2 hours.

Sevierville: Knoxville’s McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is about 45 minutes away.

Can we use the Black Desert Resort amenities?

Access to the resort’s pools, spa, golf and dining is set by Black Desert Resort and may include fees or reservations. We’ll confirm what’s included for your stay.

How do I book?

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