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Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat

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Secluded cabin tucked into the woods.
Located at the end of the road!
It will truly be Time Well Wasted.
This is the rear view of the cabin.  Very private but not remote.
Beautiful setting.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Townsend, TN
  • Popular LocationLaurel Valley Golf Course6 min drive
  • Popular LocationTuckaleechee Caverns11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCades Cove34 min drive
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat

Time Well Wasted is a woodland retreat that sits on over three private acres of parklike setting with beautiful hardwoods, moss covered rocks, and wildlife galore! The owners have brought the outside indoors with a wall of glass that will greet you as you enter the cabin. This feature looks out into this beautiful setting and can be enjoyed no matter what the weather.
This cabin is set up for the more mature guest who are looking to retreat into nature and enjoy the peace and quiet of these beautiful mountains. It is large enough to enjoy for extended visits, and cozy enough to enjoy as a weekend get away.
This couples cabin has two large bedrooms and two full baths along with a spacious great room complete with a stacked stone wood burning fireplace. Enjoy the evenings in the great outdoors with the sounds of nature at your side on the deck just off of the living room.

A well equipped kitchen will provide you with everything you need to cook your meals at home inside or outside on the gas grill. New stainless steel appliances make this wonderful kitchen sparkle.
This cabin has easy access and is located in the gated community of Laurel Valley in Townsend.
Townsend is located at the Cades Cove entry to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
It has been deemed the Peaceful Side of the Smokies, and lives up to the nick-name.
The access to this cabin is easy with paved roadways all the way. Plenty of parking and motorcycle friendly.
There are 11 steps to the main level from the driveway. There are no further steps once you are inside.. The entire cabin and decking are all on one level.


Property manager

Cyndie Cornelius

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING in or around the cabin.
Pets must be non shedding breeds.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tuckaleechee Caverns and Walker Sisters Place. Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 11 min drive
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 11 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 13 min drive
  • Cades Cove - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Townsend Abbey - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub & Deli - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Laurel Valley Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Tuckaleechee Caverns. Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, great location, Perfect
My best friend and I meet in the middle twice a year. We wanted to find somewhere relaxing, but also have some amenities. We found Townsend, which is perfect! I researched properties that would work for us and found Time Well Wasted. Seeing it in person made me so happy with our decision. It’s in the foothills, so you don’t have to worry about the windy, steep hills up a mountain. The cabin had two giant rooms with the living areas between them. Perfect for families or two couples. The living room was so cozy. We ended up bingeing Criminal Minds one night! The back deck was so serene. We ended up eating out, but the kitchen had everything you needed to cook. We loved everything about this cabin and are making this a yearly trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice comfy stay
Nice comfy stay, we enjoyed the outside deck, and had a couple deer and a bear cruise by in the woods behind the cabin
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great looking cabin like new and comfortable
Hostess was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, quiet, close to GSMNP
We enjoyed the quiet and privacy of the last cabin on the road. The cabin was just as advertised and matching prior 5 star reviews. Absolutely clean. Townsend had everything we needed. A bonus was spotting the Townsend bike and walking path that runs adjacent to the L. Alexander parkway. Our e-bikes were great on this route. Less crowded than Cades Cove, though the Park has much to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private setting
Property is very private and quiet. Bedrooms are huge! Loved sitting on the back deck listening to the birds and watching the deer. At night the frogs were singing and we could hear an owl. Very peaceful! Beds are comfortable! When we got there a big limb had fallen on the powerlines and there was no power. Owners were very responsive and quick about getting it taken care of! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time Well Wasted Review
We were very pleased with our stay! My daughter and I wished we had more time to just relax and enjoy the peacefulness of the area! We found everything we needed, the beds were super comfy, and the host showed concern about the weather in our area. The only thing missing was a bear😁
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
This is the perfect place to get away from it all. So quiet and peaceful. Definitely would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Convenient yet tucked away from everything. Close to The Abby... our new favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent
Very clean, nice neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time Well Wasted
We liked the location, beds were comfortable, nice big rooms and kitchen. Living room furniture more comfortable than other places we have stayed. Had a wonderful time. Would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
IT DOESN'T DISAPPOINT!
We LOVED our stay at Time Well Wasted. What a great find for just the three of us, my husband, my adult son, and myself. The guys loved playing on the rocks out front with their remote control trucks. We've been to Townsend several years now, and this is the first time we stayed at this cabin, which happens to be the best cabin of all! Plenty of parking for our 2 trucks. Located on a nice deadend street. Very clean with comfy beds. Kitchen was fully supplied with everything we needed, which was a bonus. The cabin is very open and spacious. My favorite seat in the house was the big oversized chair in the living room. We are definitely looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well enjoyed
Perfect setting, cabin, amenities. A wondrous time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very nice cabin
Remote but close enough to Townsend, plenty of choices. Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eagles Concert lodging
We loved the location of the rental. The property was as advertised. We had a power outage on Saturday, which only affected us when we returned from the concert. It was fixed by morning. Great cabin for two couples. Nice open space between bedrooms. The second bathroom was a little inconvenient in location, but we managed. The Welcome Book was very helpful. The check out and clean up was easy. We would definitel stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin
We loved this cabin and can’t wait to book it again. No complaints. Host was responsive and easy to work with. More spacious than a lot of the cabins in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Location
We only stayed for 3 days, but we really enjoyed it! It was very spacious and welcoming. We really liked having firewood readily available for making a fire. I could see us booking another stay here if we’re ever in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Cabin
Very beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace qnd quiet
Just. As the title indicates
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Time Well Wasted
Another wonderful stay at Time Well Wasted! Spent 5 nights there in March. This was our 4th stay there. Always clean and inviting. The location is private, even though it is in a development. Great place to base yourself for a visit to the Smokies!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place we've stayed in the Smokeys
We are frequent visitors to the Smokey's. We have stayed in many different cabins over the years. We fell in love with Time Well Wasted. It was very private yet close to everything. Roomy, clean, and beautiful. The beds were super comfortable. Our favorite part of our stay was the view from the living room through the big sliding glass doors to the patio and natural scenery. Our first morning, six deer showed up. They played and nibbled on leaves. Our second day, we came back to the cabin to find bear tracks on the patio. Two nights, a pair of coyotes visited. Our little Yorkie loved watching the countless squirrels and birds. It was awesome!!! We never want to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet respite
Great secluded cottage at the end of the road. Very clean, towels very soft, bed super comfortable. All instructions and information was very accurate. The fireplace was a wonderful addition on a rainy weekend. Nice wine glasses and everything in kitchen was sufficient for making a few meals. It is important to note that the second bedroom, which is huge and has a seating area, does not have an en suite. The bath/shower, sink and commode are across the living room and on the same side of the living room as the primary bedroom. That is the only drawback if you are traveling with another couple. I don't think it would matter to a family with small children either. Great patio space but it rained all weekend so we were not able to enjoy it. Wonderful!! We hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd stay
This was our third stay at Time Well Wasted. I immediately felt more calm and relaxed when I walked in the door. It’s cozy and all of the windows let you really enjoy the beauty of the outdoors all the time. I love soaking in the tub with the window cracked (it’s very private) to feel the breeze and listen to the birds. The location is secluded, but a five minute drive into town, about 45ish to Gatlinburg. Tons of beautiful hiking and scenic drives. Love the Foothills Parkway at sunset. Highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed Time Well Wasted
My wife and I enjoyed our cabin weekend get-a-way in Townsend with pleasant weather in the 60's. Perfect location at end of road for privacy but just minutes from the stores and restaurants in Townsend. Laurel Valley is a nice setting. Enjoyed the wood burning fireplace and back deck! The host Cyndie was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Townsend getaway
This is our second time staying at this cabin and will not be our last. Great location. Very clean. The kitchen is well stocked. Very comfortable. Located at the end of dead end road so feels very private. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin
We had a great stay. The cabin had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable. It was decorated nice for Christmas. Where the cabin was located was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

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Hosted by Cyndie Cornelius

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