Tree Tops Resort

The Resort and Its Setting

Tree Tops Resort is an independently run timeshare property in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, affiliated with the RCI exchange network. It sits in the wooded hills on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains, a short drive from both the national park entrance and Gatlinburg's downtown strip. The resort's appeal has less to do with on-site extras and more with what's right outside the door: forest, trails, and easy access to one of the busiest national parks in the country.

The Area and Things to Do

Gatlinburg is the classic gateway town to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, roughly a mile from the resort, with over 800 miles of trails, waterfalls, scenic drives, and wildlife that draws visitors year-round. Downtown Gatlinburg, about two miles away, is the place for restaurants, shops, arcades, and family attractions. Anakeesta Adventure Park, around two and a half miles off, offers ziplines, ropes courses, and a chairlift with mountain views. Serious hikers head roughly 15 miles up to Clingmans Dome, the highest point in the park, for 360-degree views on a clear day. Pigeon Forge, home to Dollywood, is about nine miles away and makes an easy day trip. Spring brings wildflowers, summer is prime hiking season, fall foliage draws crowds from across the country, and winter offers quieter trails and occasional snow.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Tree Tops Resort and are ready to move on, BidMyTimeshare lets you list it directly as a private resale — you set your own asking price, and interested buyers contact you through the platform. There's a one-time listing fee to get your week in front of buyers, and BidMyTimeshare takes 0% commission on the sale, so whatever you agree with a buyer is what you keep.

Because Tree Tops Resort is an independent resort, resale transfers are handled through the resort's own owners' association or management company rather than a branded developer process. Before agreeing on a price with a buyer, both sides should confirm two things directly with the resort: the transfer fee for putting the week in the new owner's name, and the current annual maintenance fee, since these vary by resort and aren't fixed by BidMyTimeshare. Ask whether the association holds a right of first refusal on resales, as some independent resorts do, since this can affect how quickly a sale closes.

A resale buyer typically takes on the usage week (or points, if applicable) and the ongoing annual fee obligation going forward, along with access to RCI exchange privileges tied to the unit — but any current-year reservation already booked by the seller, accumulated RCI points or credits not tied to the unit itself, and any resort-specific loyalty perks usually stay with the seller unless explicitly transferred. Always get these specifics in writing from the resort before closing.

Renters, meanwhile, are typically looking for straightforward things: a fixed week or flexible dates near peak leaf-season or summer school holidays, proximity to the park and downtown Gatlinburg, and a clear sense of what's included in the unit. Listing a rental rather than a sale works the same way on the platform — you set the terms, and renters reach out directly.

Practical Notes for Owners and Buyers

RCI affiliation means owners can bank their week and exchange into other RCI resorts worldwide, which is worth mentioning in any listing since it's a real draw for buyers who want flexibility beyond Gatlinburg. Transfer processing times vary by resort administration, so sellers should ask the association for a realistic timeline before promising a buyer a firm move-in date. Buyers new to timeshare resale should also ask whether the week is deeded or right-to-use, since this affects long-term value and exchange eligibility.