Abstract: An accessory for gas log fireplaces that includes a crackling sound generating mechanism for simulating the sounds of a log fire and a scent dispensing mechanism for simulating the slight smoke scent of a log fire. The fireplace accessory includes an infrared heat sensor in controlling connection with the sound generating mechanism and the scent dispensing mechanism such that when a fire is burning in the fireplace, the sound and scent generating mechanisms are in operation. The fireplace accessory also includes a parabolic sound reflector that is positioned within the fireplace. In use, the crackling fire sound is generated outside the fireplace and directed toward the parabolic sound reflector. The parabolic sound reflector reflects the crackling fire sound out of the fireplace such that the crackling fire sound appears to originate from within the fireplace.