Can you build multiple STR cabins simultaneously?

Yes. We have experience managing multiple simultaneous builds in the same development, including the Moose Meadows and Bullwinkle Way projects where we delivered multiple units in parallel.

Do you advise on STR-specific design decisions?

We provide construction expertise and can speak to what amenities and layouts tend to perform well in the Smoky Mountain STR market. We recommend consulting with a local STR property manager for revenue projections.

What is your minimum project size for an STR cabin?

STR cabin builds start at $850,000. Most investment-grade STR cabins in the Smoky Mountain market range from $900,000 to $2,000,000 depending on size, site conditions, and amenity level.

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STR & Vacation Rental Cabin Construction in the Smoky Mountains

Name: Cabins & Homes by Donnie Allen
Address: Sevierville, TN, US
Telephone: (865) 484-3314
Price range: $$

Build high-performance STR cabins in the Smoky Mountains. Sevierville-based custom builder with 20+ years of local experience. Investment-grade construction from $850K.

Built for the Short-Term Rental Market

The Smoky Mountain vacation rental market is one of the most competitive and highest-performing STR markets in the United States. If you are investing in a custom cabin for rental income, the build quality, the layout, and the amenity set will determine your occupancy rate and nightly rate, and those decisions are made during construction, not after.

Donnie Allen has built dozens of STR-optimized cabins in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Wears Valley. We understand what drives rental performance: multi-level deck systems with mountain views, game room and entertainment spaces, hot tub-ready infrastructure, and finish selections that photograph well and hold up to guest traffic.

What Makes an STR-Ready Build Different

→Structural engineering for continuous occupancy loads
→Commercial-grade finish selections balanced for aesthetics and durability
→Multi-deck outdoor living spaces designed for guest experience
→Pre-wired entertainment and smart home systems
→Hot tub pad, plumbing, and electrical rough-in
→Laundry facilities optimized for turnover efficiency

Investment-Grade Construction, Owner-Direct Accountability

When you are investing $850,000 or more into a short-term rental property, you need a builder who takes that investment as seriously as you do. Donnie Allen works directly with every client, no project managers, no sales intermediaries, and delivers a finished product built to perform financially for decades.