Do You Worry About Boarding Your Cat?
You’re not alone. Leaving your cat somewhere unfamiliar can be difficult – for both of you. Smoky Mountain Purrfect Stay was created exclusively for cats, with private suites, thoughtful routines, specialized feline care, and an environment designed to reduce common sources of boarding stress.
- Cat-Only
- Quiet, Low-Stress Environment
- Designed Around Feline Behavior
- Care That Understands Cats
You might find yourself wondering:
- "Will my cat be scared?"
- "Will they hide the whole time?"
- "Will barking dogs stress them out?"
- "Will staff actually understand my cat?"
We understand these concerns—because we’ve experienced them ourselves. That’s why we created something different.
Why Traditional Boarding Can Be Stressful for Cats
Many traditional boarding environments can be overwhelming for cats due to:
- Constant noise
- Overstimulating environments
- Unfamiliar handling
- Staff trained primarily for dogs
How SMPS is Different:
- A facility created exclusively for cats
- Private suites instead of cages or kennels
- Thoughtful sound and visual management
- Soft, comfortable lighting
- Feline pheromone products
- Solid suite walls and doors for privacy
- Elevated perches and covered resting areas
- Care informed by feline behavior and body language
Peek Inside Your Cat’s Haven
When you’re away, you deserve to know your cat is safe, comfortable, and well cared for.
Signature Suite
A private, thoughtfully designed Signature Suite where every stay is guided by our Calm by Design™ philosophy, supporting a predictable, low-stress experience for your cat. Thoughtful care is included, with no required add-on packages.
- Private accommodations
- 24/7 live suite webcam access
- In-suite enrichment TV
- Custom-designed climbing and enrichment wall
- Elevated lounging shelves
- Pheromone-supported calming environment
Spacious private accommodations designed to give cats room to climb, perch, hide, play, and rest at their own pace.
Approximate space: 55 sq. ft. / 440 cubic feet
Ideal for: Individual cats or compatible cats from the same household
Privacy: Fully enclosed private suite with no shared space
Maximum occupancy: Up to 4 compatible cats from the same household
Nightly Rate
1 Cat – $95/per night
2 Cats – $115/per night
3 Cats – $130/per night
4 Cats – $145/per night
Family Suite
An expansive, home-like suite thoughtfully designed for larger multi-cat families to stay together in a calm, secure, and enriching environment. With ample space to rest, explore, and share familiar surroundings, compatible cats can enjoy the comfort of remaining together throughout their stay.
The Family Suite offers one simple flat nightly rate so your feline family can stay together.
Approximate space: 310 sq. ft. / 2,480 cubic feet
Ideal for: Larger groups of compatible cats from the same household
Privacy: Fully enclosed private suite with no shared space
Nightly rate: $160 flat rate
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Relaxing Stays, Reimagined
Smoky Mountain Purrfect Stay offers boarding created exclusively for cats. Every suite and shared environment has been thoughtfully designed around feline instincts – giving guests opportunities to climb, perch, hide, rest, observe, and engage on their own terms.
Our team provides attentive, individualized care while maintaining predictable routines and a calm environment. The goal isn’t to force every cat to behave the same way; it’s to learn what helps each guest feel comfortable and cared for while they’re away from home.
Cat Boarding Designed Around Cats
Here, tranquility comes first.
Unlike facilities designed primarily around dogs, Smoky Mountain Purrfect Stay was created from the beginning with feline needs in mind. Our cat-only environment eliminates barking dogs and allows us to focus our space, routines, enrichment, and care specifically on cats.
Private suites offer room for climbing, perching, hiding, resting, and play, while thoughtful lighting, sound management, feline pheromone products, and consistent routines help create a calm, predictable environment.
We also want cat parents to feel connected and informed. Each private suite includes 24/7 webcam access, and guests receive regular updates during their stay. Our safety practices include a climate-controlled environment, secure facility systems, and continuous facility video monitoring.
Thoughtfully Designed Suites
At Smoky Mountain Purrfect Stay, every suite is created with a deep understanding of feline instincts and sensitivities. From climbing and perching to retreating and resting, our environment supports the natural behaviors that help cats feel secure and content.
Multi-Level Designs
Each suite features vertical space for climbing, shelves for perching, and cozy nooks for hiding — giving cats the freedom to explore, play, and rest as they choose.
A Calm Environment for the Senses
Cats are highly attuned to their surroundings. Our facility uses thoughtful choices in scent, sound, lighting, privacy, and activity to reduce unnecessary stimulation.
Managing Scent
Fragrance-conscious cleaning practices, advanced air management, feline pheromone products, and the ability to bring an approved familiar item from home help support a comfortable environment.
Managing Sound
Building materials, quiet routines, thoughtful acoustics, and a cat-only environment help reduce disruptive noise.
Managing Visual Stimulation
Solid partitions, private retreat areas, and gentle lighting allow cats to rest without constant visual stimulation.
Facility-Wide Design
From traffic patterns to daily routines, the environment is intentionally organized around feline comfort and security.
Supporting Natural Feline Behaviors
Climbing & Perching
Vertical spaces give cats opportunities to climb, observe, and choose where they feel most comfortable.
Hiding & Retreat
Private resting spaces allow cats to withdraw and decompress when they want solitude.
Play & Hunting
Age- and personality-appropriate enrichment encourages movement, curiosity, and natural hunting behaviors.
Scratching
Appropriate scratching surfaces give guests a healthy outlet for an important natural behavior.
The Heart Behind
SMPS
Owner Leigh Ann Brown brings more than 18 years of hands-on experience in the pet care world, along with more than 26 years in professional leadership and project management. After years of fostering neonatal kittens, volunteering with shelters, and working in boarding facilities, she recognized the need for a true sanctuary designed exclusively for cats. Her vision was to create a place where feline guests feel calm, safe, and genuinely cared for—and where owners can travel with complete peace of mind.
That vision was also deeply inspired by Leigh Ann’s own rescue cats—Luna, Autumn, Willow, Kavi, and Donny—each of whom came into her life with unique challenges and now thrive under her care. Their resilience and personalities shaped the philosophy behind Smoky Mountain Purrfect Stay: every guest deserves comfort, compassion, and a sense of belonging. Today, Leigh Ann’s dedication ensures that every detail, from tranquil design to attentive care, reflects the same love she gives her own pets.
Ready to Plan Your Cat's Stay?
Straightforward Pricing. Thoughtful Care Included.
Our goal is to make boarding straightforward for cat parents. Your cat’s private suite, daily care, enrichment, and the comforts that make a SMPS stay special are included without a menu of unnecessary add-on packages.
Signature Suite: from $95 per night | Family Suite: $160 per night flat rate
