The Smoky Mountains have no shortage of dessert options. Fudge shops, taffy pullers, soft-serve windows, and candy stores line every block of the main strip.
La Crème Cheesecakes is not that.
La Crème is a family-owned bakery tucked into Gatlinburg’s Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Community; a place built on handcrafted gourmet cheesecakes, bold flavors, and the kind of care that shows up in every single slice. Eight months after opening, they’re already wholesale partners with restaurants and businesses throughout the Smokies region. That is not a slow start.
As the final sponsor in our Decade of Hapey giveaway, Chris and Brandy Anders are contributing something that could turn any night at the cabin into something worth remembering.
Before we get to the prize, let’s tell you how they got here.
It Started at a Restaurant That Didn’t Have Dessert
The story of La Crème Cheesecakes begins with a dinner date and a gap on a menu.
Chris and Brandy were out at a new local restaurant when they noticed something missing: no desserts. Instead of just noting it and moving on, they made an offer. They told the restaurant they could provide cheesecakes. The restaurant said yes.
That one yes was the door. Word spread. One wholesale account became several. The business grew through hard work, community support, and, as Chris and Brandy describe it, God’s guidance at every step. From a single conversation over dinner, they built a customer base, expanded into special events, and eventually opened their own storefront in one of Gatlinburg’s most distinctive neighborhoods.
Eight months into operating, La Crème Cheesecakes has grown from a startup into a business serving retail customers, event clients, and wholesale partners throughout the Smoky Mountains area. That kind of growth in less than a year doesn’t happen without a product people genuinely want to come back to.
✦ Eight Months In: Most businesses are still finding their footing at the eight-month mark. La Crème already has wholesale accounts with local restaurants and coffee shops, a storefront in the Arts & Crafts Community, and a reputation for selling out. That’s the kind of momentum that comes from doing something right from day one.
Where You’ll Find Them: The Arts & Crafts Community
La Crème Cheesecakes is located at 170 Glades Road in Gatlinburg, Suite 32 in the Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Community. If you haven’t spent time in this part of Gatlinburg, it’s worth knowing about.
The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community is an 8-mile loop road that forms the largest self-contained collection of independent artisans and craftspeople in the United States. It’s been operating since 1937, and it gives visitors something genuinely different from the main Parkway experience: working studios, handmade goods, original art, and the kind of authentic Appalachian craftsmanship that doesn’t exist in chain retail.
La Crème fits this neighborhood naturally. A family-owned bakery making handcrafted cheesecakes from scratch, in a community built around handcrafted treasures. The mountain charm and warm atmosphere Chris and Brandy describe in their own words aren’t a marketing choice; they’re a reflection of where they chose to plant their business.
💡 Plan Accordingly: The Arts & Crafts Community loop adds a meaningful detour to any Gatlinburg visit. Give yourself at least a couple of hours — browse the studios, pick up something handmade, and end the loop at La Crème. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–5:30 PM.
What La Crème Makes
The product line at La Crème is built around a core philosophy: dessert should be an experience, not an afterthought. Every item is made with quality ingredients, designed for luxury-style presentation, and crafted with the kind of personal attention that mass-production can’t replicate.
Here’s what you’ll find on the menu:
| What’s on the Menu | Worth Knowing | |
|---|---|---|
| 🍰 | Premium Cheesecake Slices | Single slices of rotating gourmet flavors; the fastest way to try more than one. |
| 🎂 | Whole Cheesecakes (12 slices) | The prize. Enough for the whole cabin, made to order, worth every bite. |
| 📦 | Sampler Boxes | A curated selection of flavors; ideal when your group can’t agree on just one. |
| 🍫 | Cheesecake Brownies | A hybrid worth knowing about; the best of both dessert worlds. |
| ☕ | Specialty Coffee Buckets | Handcrafted coffee drinks to pair with dessert or start the morning right. |
| 🌸 | Seasonal & Specialty Items | Rotating menu tied to the season; always worth asking what’s new. |
| 🏪 | Wholesale Cheesecakes | Available to local restaurants, coffee shops, and event clients throughout the area. |
The rotating seasonal flavors and specialty items are worth asking about when you visit; Chris and Brandy have built a menu that stays interesting, and what’s available in June may be entirely different from what’s there in October. That unpredictability is part of the appeal.
🌀 They Sell Out. This isn’t a marketing tactic; it’s a supply reality. La Crème’s gourmet cheesecakes move quickly, particularly during peak season and around events. If you’re planning a visit or ordering a whole cheesecake for your cabin stay, get in touch at least 10 days in advance.
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The Prize
How to Enter the Decade of Hapey Giveaway
Entering is free. Every action below earns you additional entries, more entries means a better shot at winning.
| ENTRY ACTION | ENTRIES | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Join the Hapey email list | +1 entry | Already subscribed? You’re automatically entered. |
| Follow Hapey on Facebook | +1 entry | New follows only |
| Follow Hapey on Instagram | +1 entry | New follows only |
| Tag a friend in the giveaway post | +1 entry per tag | Max 3 tags per person. |
| Share the giveaway post to your story or feed | +2 entries | Public shares only. |
| Book direct at hapeycabinrentals.com during June | +5 entries | Biggest entry bonus — book your stay, earn your shot at winning. |
Our 10th anniversary is a reason to celebrate, and we want you to celebrate with us. The Decade of Hapey giveaway brings together the best of what the Smoky Mountains have to offer, with incredible experiences contributed by local partners.
| SPONSOR | PRIZE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| Hapey Cabin Rentals | A 2-night stay at your choice of any Hapey cabin (7 properties to choose from — including our brand-new Sunny View Cabin!) | $650 |
| BabyQuip | Two‑Night/Three‑Day Rental of Winner’s Choice of Either a Pet Travel Bundle or a Large Custom‑Curated Children’s Toy Package, with Complimentary Delivery to Hapey’s Cabin Rentals | Up to $75 |
| CookinGenie | $150 gift card to book a private chef of your choice! Choose from our different chefs in the Smoky Mountains to find a menu that is perfect for you and your group. | $150 |
| Smoky Mtn Outdoors Rafting | Rafting voucher for 2 on the Upper Pigeon River or Lower Pigeon River | $100 |
| Smoky H2O Sports | A $50 gift certificate – it can be used toward any rental or anything we sell at our location. | $50 |
| Cruze Farm | A Cruze Farm insulated tote and 6 free pints of ice cream. | $70 |
| Pizza Rio | A dining experience for two, featuring our Brazilian-style rodízio pizza service. The prize includes unlimited tableside service of our handcrafted pizzas, from savory to dessert, along with our fresh salads and house-made sides. | $60 |
| La Crème Cheesecake | One handcrafted gourmet cheesecake (12 slices) | $99 |
The Locals Behind This Prize
This giveaway wouldn’t exist without seven incredible Smoky Mountain businesses who believe in the same thing we do — that a trip to these mountains should be unforgettable. Here’s who’s making it happen.
BabyQuip
Traveling with little ones just got a whole lot easier — BabyQuip delivers clean, sanitized baby gear right to your Hapey cabin door, from cribs to strollers and everything in between. Local provider Kelly Inglett makes sure your family arrives relaxed and ready to make mountain memories without hauling half the nursery from home.
CookinGenie
Why spend your vacation cooking when a professional chef can bring a restaurant-quality meal straight to your cabin kitchen? CookinGenie connects you with talented local chefs who handle the shopping, the cooking, and the cleanup — so all you have to do is pull up a chair and enjoy.
Smoky Mountain Outdoors Rafting
If your crew is ready to trade hot tub relaxation for a shot of adrenaline, Smoky Mountain Outdoors Rafting has you covered with guided whitewater adventures on the Pigeon River. From beginner-friendly floats to heart-pounding rapids, it’s the kind of day the whole family talks about for years.
Smoky H2O Sports
The team at Smoky H2O Sports bring the fun straight to the water with rentals and guided experiences that make the most of the Smokies’ lakes and rivers. Whether you’re paddling, floating, or just soaking it in, they’ve got everything you need for a perfect day out.
Cruze Farm
Cruze Farm brings a taste of authentic Tennessee right to your Smoky Mountain getaway — from creamy, small-batch ice cream to farm-fresh products made with real ingredients and genuine heart. It’s the kind of stop that turns a good trip into a great one, and once you try it, you’ll be planning your next visit before you’ve finished the first scoop.
Pizza Rio
When the crew is hungry after a day of hiking and hot-tubbing, Pizza Rio delivers bold, made-from-scratch flavors that hit the spot every single time. With a menu built on fresh ingredients and a whole lot of love, it’s become a go-to for Smoky Mountain visitors who want something a step above the ordinary.
La Crème Cheesecake
La Crème Cheesecake is the Smokies’ sweetest secret — handcrafted cheesecakes so rich and indulgent they deserve their own spot on the vacation itinerary. Whether you treat yourself to a slice in-store or bring a whole cheesecake back to the cabin, it’s the kind of dessert that makes the whole trip feel even more special. Read their story →
Six Cabins. Your Call.
If you win, the choice is yours. Pick any Hapey cabin for your 2-night getaway, from a cozy romantic escape for two to a mountain retreat that sleeps the whole crew.
🏡 Blissful Tranquility
A peaceful Pigeon Forge escape with stunning views, a private hot tub, and a fenced yard your pup will love. Sleeps 6.
🏡 Timeless Tranquility
Cozy, classic, and perfectly romantic. A Pigeon Forge cabin for two (or four) with a hot tub and all the creature comforts. Sleeps 4.
🏡 Hapey Memories
Bring the family (and the dogs). A warm, inviting Sevierville cabin designed for making the kind of memories you’ll talk about for years. Sleeps 4.
🏡 Sleepy Bear Ranch
Our biggest cabin — perfect for reunions, big families, or a group that likes to spread out. Pigeon Forge. Sleeps 11.
🏡 Little Bear
Newly renovated with panoramic mountain views, a private hot tub, and a dreamy loft. The one you’ll never want to leave. Sevierville. Sleeps 6.
🏡 Sunny View Cabin ✨ NEW
Brand new for June 2026. Sunny View is a newly renovated 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath romantic escape inside the gated Shagbark community in Sevierville. The name says it all: panoramic Smoky Mountain views from a hot-tub deck that faces the ridge, a double-sided gas fireplace shared between the living room and bedroom, an in-bedroom Jacuzzi tub for two, a pool table, and Shagbark community perks including a seasonal pool, enclosed dog park, walking trails, and disc golf. Sleeps 4. Dogs welcome — zero pet fees, always.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter?
Anyone 18 or older in the United States. One entry account per person.
How many times can I enter?
You can complete each entry action once, except tagging friends (max 3 tags) and the direct booking bonus (5 entries per qualifying booking). There’s no limit on the booking bonus if you make multiple direct bookings during June.
Do I have to spend money to enter?
Absolutely not. Joining our email list, following us on social media, and tagging a friend are all completely free. The direct booking bonus is for guests who were already planning a trip — it’s just a little extra thank-you for booking direct.
When does the prize have to be used?
The 2-night cabin stay can be used anytime after winning, subject to availability. It excludes major holidays (Memorial Day weekend, July 4th weekend, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s). You’re welcome to extend your stay by booking additional nights at your own expense.
Can I choose any cabin?
Yes! All 7 Hapey cabins are included — including Sunny View Cabin, our brand-new property launching in June 2026. Winner gets first pick.
Are pets welcome?
This is Hapey. Of course they are! Zero pet fees, no breed or size restrictions. Bring the whole family.
How will the winner be notified?
The winner will be contacted via the email address used to enter within 24 hours of the drawing on July 1. We’ll also announce the winner publicly on our Facebook and Instagram pages (first name and last initial only).
What if I already subscribe to the Hapey email list?
You’re automatically credited with your email list entry — no action needed. We appreciate you being part of the Hapey family!
Four Local Recommendations from Chris and Brandy
The La Crème team offered the most generous insider guide in this entire giveaway series; four distinct recommendations that together sketch a picture of what a truly great Smokies trip looks like:
| The Spot | Why It’s Worth It | |
|---|---|---|
| 🍽️ | The Greenbrier Restaurant | One of the most unique and upscale dining experiences in the Smokies; beautiful atmosphere and exceptional food worth a reservation. |
| 🐻 | Cades Cove Wildlife Loop | The best place in the park for bear, deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Drive the scenic loop at dawn or dusk for the best sightings. |
| 🏺 | Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community | The 8-mile loop in Gatlinburg is the largest collection of independent artisans in the US. One-of-a-kind handmade goods and genuine Appalachian craftsmanship. |
| 🌅 | Foothills Parkway at Sunrise/Sunset | Mountain views so breathtaking they deserve a dedicated drive. Go at golden hour and bring a camera. |
→ The Full Day Blueprint: Sunrise on the Foothills Parkway → Cades Cove wildlife loop → lunch at The Greenbrier → afternoon through the Arts & Crafts Community → pick up your La Crème cheesecake on the way out → back to the Hapey cabin for dessert on the porch. That’s a day worth repeating.
Visit La Crème Cheesecakes
Planning a stop on your next Smokies trip? Here’s where to find them:
- Location: 170 Glades Rd., Suite 32, Gatlinburg, TN (inside the Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Community)
- Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–5:30 PM
- TikTok
- Website coming soon!
Remember: if you’re ordering a whole cheesecake for your cabin stay, reach out at least 10 days before you need it. They sell out for a reason; give them the lead time to make yours right.
Ten years of Hapey Cabin Rentals. Seven sponsors who make the Smoky Mountains worth coming back to. One giveaway that brings it all together. Book your cabin at hapeycabinrentals.com; and save room for cheesecake.