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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
Explore the area

Townsend, TN
- Townsend Visitor CenterPlace, Townsend Visitor Center16 min walk
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage CenterPlace, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center3 min drive
- Tuckaleechee CavernsPlace, Tuckaleechee Caverns7 min drive
- Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)36 min drive
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About the area
Townsend
With a stay at this vacation home in Townsend, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. .This vacation home is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Cades Cove and 24.4 mi (39.2 km) from Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park.
What's nearby
- The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
- McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
- Peaceful Side Social - 2 min drive
- The Townsend Abbey - 12 min walk
- The Artistic Bean - 2 min drive
- Apple Valley Cafe Express - 2 min drive
- Little River Pub And Deli - 8 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail
Located just off of Hwy 321 for easy access all year round. Our wrap-around porch, fire pit, wood burning fireplace, updated amenities and fully-stocked kitchen all make this an ideal landing spot for a carefree vacation. The Townsend Historical trail (a paved walking/biking path trailing for miles throughout Townsend) is accessible directly from the driveway. Just 20 minutes from Cades Cove and 5 minutes from the Townsend entrance to GSMNP!
Professional Photos coming soon!
**Please note - these are the only pictures we currently have until we have the professional photos. We will update the listing as soon as we receive them!
• Single Level Home
• Wrap Around Porch with Seating
• Wood Burning Fireplace & TV in the Family Room
• Wood Burning Fire Pit
• Gas Grill
• Spacious Yard
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Wifi
• Washer/Dryer
• No 4WD Necessary
• Pet-friendly
Sleeps 6!
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms:
• Master Bedroom King Bed, Smart TV, & En Suite Bathroom
• 2nd Bedroom: Queen Bed & Smart TV
• 3rd Bedroom: Twin Bed with Trundle
Guests have access to the entire house.
We are available if you need us!
Townsend River Walk (0.5mi)
Foothills Parkway (7.4mi)
Parkway Drive-In Theatre (13.6mi)
Cades Cove (16.7mi)
Cades Cove Cellars (8.5)
Pigeon Forge (18.1mi)
Gatlinburg (23.4mi)
Anakeesta (22.3mi)
The Island (16.8mi)
Dollywood (20.6mi)
Dolly Parton’s Stampede (18.8mi)
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen (16.8mi)
The Local Goat Restaurant (17.4mi)
We recommend having a vehicle on hand!
- Due to the agreement with our cleaning service provider, we are not able to accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs. You may check-in as early as 4 pm and must check out by 10 am.
- For your convenience we supply you with a limited starter kit of toilet paper, soap, paper towels, trash bags, and dishwasher detergent. There are several shops you can visit nearby to purchase supplies for the duration of your stay.
- Due to the rural location of this property, cell phone reception may occasionally be spotty.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own firewood.
- The Fireplace is only operational from October 1- April 1.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own propane for grills and outdoor fireplaces. There is often a supply left by previous guests, so we recommend checking before purchase.
- This is a pet-friendly property. There will be a fee of $75.00 per pet. This fee allows us to provide extra care and cleaning to ensure the home is fresh and comfortable for the next guests, including guests with allergies. Please note that no pets should be over 75 lbs, and we only allow a maximum of 2 dogs. Pets are not allowed on the furniture, must be potty trained, and must be kenneled when left at the property alone. You will be charged for any damages caused by your pets. Please note that the pet fee must be paid before booking.
- You may not book if you live locally without asking for permission and letting us know why you need a place in town.
- By booking with us you agree to download our app to gain access to the property.
- Guests will be expected to clean up spills and messes that they make and throw all their trash in the trash can. Also, it will be the guest`s responsibility to do the dishes before they leave.
- To protect the host and guest, we must verify all guests ahead of the stay. Please be aware: As a part of the verification process, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, and pass through our guest portal. The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
- You understand that your check-in instructions will be sent after successfully completing the guest portal.
- THERE WILL BE A $500 CHARGE FOR SMOKING, PARTYING, OR BREAKING ANY OTHER HOUSE RULES!
- Please do not bring glitter, confetti, or anything like that to any of our properties.
- Please ensure that you review the cancellation policy as it pertains to any cancellation for any COVID-19 reason. We encourage guests to purchase travel insurance because we cannot operate outside of our cancellation policy for any reason.
- No food or drink in the hot tub or pool.
***Please Note: Guests will not have access to the garage.
- Due to our close proximity to the National Park, we have a large population of insects, including ladybugs, house flies, stink bugs, millipedes, carpenter bees, and wasps. Although all of our properties are sprayed regularly by a professional pest control company, the city and park areas are not. During various times of the year, these insects may find their way into the property. By booking, you understand that is a possibility during your stay and understand that there will be no refunds related to bugs getting into the property. We will be happy to work with you to get pest control back out if necessary.
Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) apply. Renter will receive and agrees to sign the Terms immediately after making reservation, which will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- The “Minimum Age” to rent the Property is 25 years of age.
- By booking you agree to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID directly to us. We will request this after your reservation has been made
- The Renter is solely responsible for Renter’s actions and the actions of all family members, guests, and invitees.
- Noise audible outside the Property is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
- Unless authorized by the Property Manager, the number of people present at the Property may not exceed the maximum occupancy indicated in the listing or the reservation for the Property.
- Check-in is from 4:00PM until 12:00AM and Check-out is before 10:00 AM.
- If you do not vacate by check-out time, you authorize us to charge a late departure fee of up to one night’s rental and we may remove all Occupants and their personal property from the Property.
- No smoking is permitted on the Property at any time.
- This is a pet-friendly property. There will be a fee of $75.00 per pet. Please note that no pets should be over 75 lbs and we only allow a maximum of 2 dogs. Pets must be kenneled when not supervised, and must be housebroken. Pets are not allowed on furniture. Please note that the pet fee must be paid before booking.
- Renter authorizes us to bill the credit card on file for the full amount of the Rental Fee at the time of booking. Renter agrees not to make chargeback claims with its credit or debit card issuer.
- Events and commercial photography or filming are prohibited at the Property without our express written permission.
- Use of the Property for any criminal activity is prohibited.
- Neither the Property Manager nor the Owner will be liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including those arising from the use of any pool, hot tub, lake, or bunk bed on the property.
- Upon your arrival at the Property, you should inspect the rental unit to ensure the Property condition is to your satisfaction. If you find any conditions you need to report as unsatisfactory or damaged upon your arrival, you should report such conditions within two hours after the time you arrive at the Property. After the two-hour period expires, the Property is provided as is and we are not responsible for the inoperability or unavailability of any amenities.
- You further agree to give us a reasonable amount of time to respond to your report and to cooperate with our efforts to address the concern or provide a remedy.
- You acknowledge that you may be required to undergo a background check if mandated by the property management company or the building, as stated in accordance with your rental agreement and condition of the booking.
Professional Photos coming soon!
**Please note - these are the only pictures we currently have until we have the professional photos. We will update the listing as soon as we receive them!
• Single Level Home
• Wrap Around Porch with Seating
• Wood Burning Fireplace & TV in the Family Room
• Wood Burning Fire Pit
• Gas Grill
• Spacious Yard
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Wifi
• Washer/Dryer
• No 4WD Necessary
• Pet-friendly
Sleeps 6!
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms:
• Master Bedroom King Bed, Smart TV, & En Suite Bathroom
• 2nd Bedroom: Queen Bed & Smart TV
• 3rd Bedroom: Twin Bed with Trundle
Guests have access to the entire house.
We are available if you need us!
Townsend River Walk (0.5mi)
Foothills Parkway (7.4mi)
Parkway Drive-In Theatre (13.6mi)
Cades Cove (16.7mi)
Cades Cove Cellars (8.5)
Pigeon Forge (18.1mi)
Gatlinburg (23.4mi)
Anakeesta (22.3mi)
The Island (16.8mi)
Dollywood (20.6mi)
Dolly Parton’s Stampede (18.8mi)
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen (16.8mi)
The Local Goat Restaurant (17.4mi)
We recommend having a vehicle on hand!
- Due to the agreement with our cleaning service provider, we are not able to accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs. You may check-in as early as 4 pm and must check out by 10 am.
- For your convenience we supply you with a limited starter kit of toilet paper, soap, paper towels, trash bags, and dishwasher detergent. There are several shops you can visit nearby to purchase supplies for the duration of your stay.
- Due to the rural location of this property, cell phone reception may occasionally be spotty.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own firewood.
- The Fireplace is only operational from October 1- April 1.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own propane for grills and outdoor fireplaces. There is often a supply left by previous guests, so we recommend checking before purchase.
- This is a pet-friendly property. There will be a fee of $75.00 per pet. This fee allows us to provide extra care and cleaning to ensure the home is fresh and comfortable for the next guests, including guests with allergies. Please note that no pets should be over 75 lbs, and we only allow a maximum of 2 dogs. Pets are not allowed on the furniture, must be potty trained, and must be kenneled when left at the property alone. You will be charged for any damages caused by your pets. Please note that the pet fee must be paid before booking.
- You may not book if you live locally without asking for permission and letting us know why you need a place in town.
- By booking with us you agree to download our app to gain access to the property.
- Guests will be expected to clean up spills and messes that they make and throw all their trash in the trash can. Also, it will be the guest`s responsibility to do the dishes before they leave.
- To protect the host and guest, we must verify all guests ahead of the stay. Please be aware: As a part of the verification process, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, and pass through our guest portal. The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
- You understand that your check-in instructions will be sent after successfully completing the guest portal.
- THERE WILL BE A $500 CHARGE FOR SMOKING, PARTYING, OR BREAKING ANY OTHER HOUSE RULES!
- Please do not bring glitter, confetti, or anything like that to any of our properties.
- Please ensure that you review the cancellation policy as it pertains to any cancellation for any COVID-19 reason. We encourage guests to purchase travel insurance because we cannot operate outside of our cancellation policy for any reason.
- No food or drink in the hot tub or pool.
***Please Note: Guests will not have access to the garage.
- Due to our close proximity to the National Park, we have a large population of insects, including ladybugs, house flies, stink bugs, millipedes, carpenter bees, and wasps. Although all of our properties are sprayed regularly by a professional pest control company, the city and park areas are not. During various times of the year, these insects may find their way into the property. By booking, you understand that is a possibility during your stay and understand that there will be no refunds related to bugs getting into the property. We will be happy to work with you to get pest control back out if necessary.
Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) apply. Renter will receive and agrees to sign the Terms immediately after making reservation, which will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- The “Minimum Age” to rent the Property is 25 years of age.
- By booking you agree to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID directly to us. We will request this after your reservation has been made
- The Renter is solely responsible for Renter’s actions and the actions of all family members, guests, and invitees.
- Noise audible outside the Property is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
- Unless authorized by the Property Manager, the number of people present at the Property may not exceed the maximum occupancy indicated in the listing or the reservation for the Property.
- Check-in is from 4:00PM until 12:00AM and Check-out is before 10:00 AM.
- If you do not vacate by check-out time, you authorize us to charge a late departure fee of up to one night’s rental and we may remove all Occupants and their personal property from the Property.
- No smoking is permitted on the Property at any time.
- This is a pet-friendly property. There will be a fee of $75.00 per pet. Please note that no pets should be over 75 lbs and we only allow a maximum of 2 dogs. Pets must be kenneled when not supervised, and must be housebroken. Pets are not allowed on furniture. Please note that the pet fee must be paid before booking.
- Renter authorizes us to bill the credit card on file for the full amount of the Rental Fee at the time of booking. Renter agrees not to make chargeback claims with its credit or debit card issuer.
- Events and commercial photography or filming are prohibited at the Property without our express written permission.
- Use of the Property for any criminal activity is prohibited.
- Neither the Property Manager nor the Owner will be liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including those arising from the use of any pool, hot tub, lake, or bunk bed on the property.
- Upon your arrival at the Property, you should inspect the rental unit to ensure the Property condition is to your satisfaction. If you find any conditions you need to report as unsatisfactory or damaged upon your arrival, you should report such conditions within two hours after the time you arrive at the Property. After the two-hour period expires, the Property is provided as is and we are not responsible for the inoperability or unavailability of any amenities.
- You further agree to give us a reasonable amount of time to respond to your report and to cooperate with our efforts to address the concern or provide a remedy.
- You acknowledge that you may be required to undergo a background check if mandated by the property management company or the building, as stated in accordance with your rental agreement and condition of the booking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- In-room accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
- Golf
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,399 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This is a pet-friendly property.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
93532