Have you checked with all your kids, your siblings, and your parents yet to see what the Thanksgiving schedule is going to be this year?
Are you part of the family Thanksgiving that meets two weekends before the actual day because they’ve got extended family who already have plans on Thanksgiving?
Or are you the family that meets the weekend before because all the grandkids who want to go to Gramma and Papa’s can’t get off work for a lot of extra days, so they celebrate early and don’t want to feel rushed on the big weekend.
Then, of course, there’s the traditional crowd, the ones who eat every year on Thanksgiving Day at the same place they’ve gathered for years and years. The menu never changes, the same family members show up year after year, and there’s still a designated adult table and a designated kids’ table.
Now, the people who have two Thanksgivings to attend on Thanksgiving Day well, they’re the real MVPs. They show up at the first stop right on schedule, wearing their fall colors and proudly carrying the assigned side dish or dessert they were told to bring. But when they make it to that second Thanksgiving of the day, oh, bless them!
They arrive tired, the kids are half dressed, and they’re carting in a half eaten pie, just praying there’s a free recliner so they can catch at least the last half of the football game. All they want is a tall glass of sweet tea. The kids get sent outside to play, the belt buckle gets loosened, and finally, they can just chill. You hug everyone at the door, tease the ones you love the most, and you’re just so glad to be there.
And last but not least, there are the Saturday after Thanksgiving goers! These are the ones most likely to meet up at a local restaurant for lunch. Who knows who’s going to show up. There might be a new girlfriend in the mix, or that cousin who bleached their hair and hasn’t been seen in years. You might not even recognize half the people at the table but hey, Grandma’s just happy you made the effort to come! Everyone ends up standing out in the parking lot for an hour saying goodbye, hugging, and laughing about old memories. And when you finally drive away, you can’t help but feel thankful you went.
So… which Thanksgiving goer are you? Whichever one you are, you can still be thankful and grateful from Hochatown!
Whether your crew includes grandparents, cousins, and toddlers or just your closest circle of friends, Hochatown’s large cabins are made for togetherness. With wide porches, open living rooms, and kitchens big enough for multiple cooks, these cabins invite everyone to gather without crowding. There’s something about all being under one roof that makes laughter last a little longer and memories stick a little stronger.
Renting a cabin gives families the freedom to relax, cook their own meals, and stretch out. More and more families are realizing that staying in a vacation cabin instead of separate hotel rooms gives them more than comfort, it gives them connection. It turns a simple trip into something special.
Imagine waking up to a cool morning, coffee in hand, as mist rolls across the pine trees. Breakfast smells from the kitchen while someone sets out a puzzle or a board game on the big table. The kids head outside for a leaf collecting contest while the grown-ups prep the turkey.
Afternoons are for gratitude walks through the woods, where everyone finds one thing they’re thankful for and shares it back at the cabin. Evenings bring s’mores, stories, and star-filled skies. No rushing, no schedules, just the simple joy of being together.
When the leftovers are put away and the dishes are finally done, there’s still more to explore. Families can take a scenic drive through Beavers Bend, visit local shops for Christmas gifts and souvenirs, or simply cozy up by the fire with a good movie. Hochatown is as lively or as laid back as you want it to be.
In a world that moves too fast, taking time to gather feels sacred. Hochatown reminds us that togetherness doesn’t need to be fancy, it just needs to be intentional. Maybe this is the year your family starts a new tradition.So pack the board games, the stretchy pants, and maybe an extra pie or two. There’s a big cabin in the woods waiting for you and plenty of room for everyone you love.
That’s exactly what Hochatown offers in November. It’s peaceful but full of life, rustic yet refined, and always welcoming. Whether your family’s Thanksgiving tradition involves pie baking, football watching, or fireside storytelling, this mountain modern town gives you the perfect backdrop.
Clarie
