A beautiful, peaceful Smoky Mountain retreat with views. Sleeps 14.

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer

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Townsend, TN

Townsend Visitor Center
‪7 min drive‬
Tuckaleechee Caverns
‪14 min drive‬
Cades Cove
‪30 min drive‬
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1: Master on Main Level

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2: Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3: Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs

3 Single Bunk Beds

Open Loft

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Main / Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

This cozy cabin is tucked away on the peaceful side of the Great Smoky Mountains. We have created a comfortable yet beautiful space for you to enjoy and create lasting memories. You'll love the open floor plan and view out the main area windows. Enjoy the hot tub and wood burning fire place (seasonal) cuddled up with your loved ones. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax with friends and family, this place is for you.

The Space:
There are just a few steps to navigate from the driveway to the covered front porch. From the porch you walk into the main level which hosts the primary bedroom with a king size bed, bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining, large deck, screened in porch, grilling deck and the laundry room. Upstairs we have two beautifully decorated bedrooms (one king and one queen), and a full bathroom. There is also a cozy open loft that includes a twin daybed with a twin trundle, and a workstation with a monitor and common adaptors to plug in your laptop. On the bottom level there are three bunk beds (6 full-size beds) along with a ping pong table, foosball table, another full living room, large tv, and a retro gaming console. The kitchen is very well stocked to accommodate cooking for a large group. Numerous pots, pans, cooking utensils, waffle maker, instant pot, blender, and electric griddle makes it like cooking at home. There is an additional refrigerator/freezer in the main level laundry room to store all your groceries. We also have the following coffee/tea options: Nespresso, regular coffee pot, french press and an electric kettle. Our hot tub and hammock are located in a cozy setting on the lower deck.

A few details to note:
We are in a private community with some full time residents, to respect the neighborhood we keep the quiet hours of 10pm to 7am. The HOA does not allow any recreational vehicles or trailers in the driveway.

The area:
The Townsend area is preferred by many due to all the beautiful nature and lack of crowds you'll find in Gatlinburg. We are very conveniently located to the Smoky Mountains and some popular areas like Cades Cove and Tremont. There are several nearby creeks, rivers and of course hiking trails. The private mountain community is very safe and centrally located, just a couple miles off Hwy 321. We hope you truly enjoy your stay and make lasting memories! Feel free to reach out with any questions regarding the cabin and area.

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Kindahl

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Baby gates are located in laundry room.

Events

No events allowed

Family type gatherings allowed.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please respect future guest that may be sensitive.

QUIET HOURS(9pm-7am) are strictly enforced. If authorities are called, your deposit may be charged $500.

Please keep food in the kitchen and dining areas to help keep our furniture and carpeted areas clean and sanitary.

No smoking/vaping allowed inside the house. Fireplace is closed May - September, thank you for understanding.

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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

Note from host: Family type gatherings allowed.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Travelling with kids? Consider Tube Junction, or check out an event or a game at Jack Renfro Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

Townsend Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
Laurel Valley Golf Course - 17 min drive - 10.6 km
Cades Cove - 30 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Townsend Abbey - ‬9 min drive
‪The Artistic Bean - ‬9 min drive
‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful, peaceful Smoky Mountain retreat with views. Sleeps 14. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful, peaceful Smoky Mountain retreat with views. Sleeps 14. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful, peaceful Smoky Mountain retreat with views. Sleeps 14. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful, peaceful Smoky Mountain retreat with views. Sleeps 14. located?

This family-friendly Townsend cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, Tube Junction and Townsend Visitor Center. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The house was just as described. The view from the large wrap-around deck was beautiful. I liked that we were not in a "Cabin-Community" with 30 other vacation properties within arm's reach of each other. The property was clean and well-appointed with everything one would need. I loved how the kids had the entire lower level with games, foosball and ping-pong, while the 3 bedrooms gave each adult couple their own room/space. We have had past vacations where we were disappointed in the accommodations, but not this time! We were pleasantly surprised that the property exceeded our expectations. We would not hesitate to book this property again.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAIL L.

11 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable After-Christmas Family Get Together

Host put/left up Christmas tree for our stay even though after Christmas. Kindahl answered all my questions. There were more kitchen items than usual for a rental - basic spices, etc. We had trouble with the stove burners being too hot but used the griddle some, and there were two ovens that worked fine. If only it hadn't rained so much! Having the kids downstairs limited the noise and there was plenty of room for the 12 of us, ages 3-73.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina A.

24 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet spot with more than enough room

Kindall’s cabin was the perfect place for a weekend friends get together. The kitchen had everything we needed, the location was great (no crazy driveways or insanely steep roads). We had 12 people staying and there was more than enough room with the full size bunk beds. We received a very cute welcome basket with snacks and coffee. I would definitely stay here again in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

8 Nov 2024

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Wonderful

Wonderful place to stay for a Smokey’s base camp. Location is hard to beat, the views were amazing, and the living spaces were wonderful for hanging out and winding down after long days at the Park. Thanks to our host for being helpful, easy to work with, and unbelievably accommodating. Will hopefully be back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

12 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

We try to go on a family trip every couple of years. The Smoky Mountains are our favorite. This house had every thing we needed to fill our bed and bath needs. The large dining and living area were great for family movies and family game nights. The game room downstairs was a hit with the young ones and the one ones! The kitchen was well stocked and we appreciated the extras like kid dishes. Great places to relax on the decks and porches and of course the hot tub!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

3 Sept 2024

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Great home in a beautiful neighborhood

Well cared for home that has plenty of privacy. Loved the downstairs bunk room for the kids. That sealed the deal. Internet was a little slow which made streaming harder but we hotspot' d to one of our phones. Great kitchen that had everything you needed. Loved this house and will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David & Terry S.

23 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost Heaven

This newly renovated, spacious property is pleasantly decorated and has everything you could want as far as kitchen equipment, dishes, coffee makers (including an espresso machine). The bunk beds, which have double mattresses, also have stairs instead of ladders; a plus. Nestled in trees, lots of windows, a grill and hot tub. We were almost in heaven! We even saw a bear, which scurried away.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

16 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Retreat on the Peaceful Side

We loved the secluded feeling of this property. The bunk room was perfect for our kids and the porches were perfect for relaxing at all times of day. The home included some thoughtful touches for guests that made our stay even more enjoyable. Would recommend without hesitation!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

26 May 2024

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Great location

Family friendly

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon C.

30 Mar 2024

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TN vacation

Great family vacation, accurate listing. Great property, would return

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

14 Mar 2024

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Weekend of fun

The cabin is perfect . So much room, large kitchen , hot tub was great. Highly recommended

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

30 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place

Everything was perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malerie M.

20 Nov 2023

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Cozy and lovely ❤️

Staying at in this cabin was an absolute joy. We stayed there with another large family making our party 4 adults and 10 children. It was just perfect for our families. The built-in bunk beds were what drew my children in while we were looking and they absolutely loved them. The downstairs was perfect for them with games, toys, books and so much more. So cozy! The living areas were decorated so nicely with so many homey touches. Plenty of space to hang out and gather around the fireplace for conversation, movies and playing games. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need for your stay. We cooked every breakfast and every dinner while we were there. Having the second fridge in the laundry room came in so handy for all our groceries. There was plenty of seating for all of us to gather and eat our meals together. The bedrooms were so nice and decorated to make you feel right at home. The beds were so comfy and they thought of everything to make your stay pleasant; laundry baskets, hangers in the closets, dressers to store your clothes. The bathrooms were fully stocked with plenty of towels, washcloths and extra bed linens. The view from the back decks was beautiful. The entire house was so nice and clean which was so much appreciated. I highly recommend staying here and would love to visit again. Thanks for such a wonderful stay and for thinking of everything we would need to make our stay go smoothly. We loved it and made so many great memories.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia E.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Townsend trip!

Townsend was a great little town - and the house (albeit on a very steep road - our only real "complaint") was perfect for our family of 11! The basement level was a dream for the 5 kiddos!! We had non-stop ping pong games going! Comfortable beds, sitting areas, and sufficient seating for meals! We had a slight issue, but the owner jumped on it quickly and it was resolved. Our only suggested change is to update to "brighter" lightbulbs as they burn out! :) The house is just down the road from the Townsend Visitor Center. Most of our activities took us outside of Townsend, but Cades Cove, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge were all super close (all within 30-45 min drive). Enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 July 2023

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Beautiful, and spacious with an epic bunk room!

A beautiful home with everything you need. We had 5 adults and 5 kids from 3 separate families. The cousins stayed in the basement with 6 full sized bunk beds, ping pong table, foosball table, several games, and a smart TV. They had an absolute blast in their own space. The house is super spacious and never felt crowded. The house is so cozy and beautifully decorated. We had a nice welcome gift waiting for us and owner was super responsive. We loved it and would stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

20 June 2023

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Quiet like we like it

The layout of the house was fantastic for our extended family of 7. Very comfortable. Nice amenities. Photos give an accurate portrayal.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

15 May 2023

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Wonderful for families

Such a beautiful place to stay. Well stocked kitchen. Lots of comforts. Even toys for the children downstairs. This was our second time to stay here!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

11 Apr 2023

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My kids called it paradise!

This was our first time to the smoky mountains and it was one of the best trips. The house was so clean and perfect. The attention to details in the house was very much appreciated. The kitchen was fully stocked with whatever you would need to make your stay easy and comfortable! The kids bunk room in the downstairs was awesome. We had 4 little kids with us and it was great they had their own space! Highly recommended and we will definitely be back. Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie H.

24 Feb 2023

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Birthday Celebration Getaway

We chose Townsend because it was a central location for our family traveling from 3 different locations. We didn’t want the hustle and bustle of the nearby cities. The location was perfect. Up on the mountain far enough to feel like you were in the mountains, but close enough to grab a bite in a minutes drive. The house was one of the best setup that we have used as a family, and we have rented several in different locations over the years. We loved the great room, it was stunning and the view was amazing. But is so nice to have a separate living space downstairs as well. The kitchen was very well equipped and easy to navigate to cook. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace and streaming services offered couldn’t have been better. The grandkids loved the built in bunks and so did we. They were very roomy and comfortable. We had no complaints at all about the spacious chalet. The driveway was a little tricky at first. I do NOT recommend backing in. There was ample parking, we had 4 vehicles. We would love to come back to this rental in a season where we can enjoy all of the different decks and screened in porch. The only minor repair that needed a little attention was some screening on the porch had torn loose. But it was too cold to sit outside anyway. We will definitely recommend and plan to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

22 Dec 2022

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Perfect family vacation spot

I booked this cabin as a Christmas vacation for my extended family of 14. We were very comfortable. The pictures of the property are great. Once we arrived it was breathtaking. AMAZING PROPERTY. My family loved it more than any gift I could’ve purchased. They preferred to stay at the cabin instead of going to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg. When we went out they weee ready to get back to enjoy the cabin. Thanks so much to the host.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon O.

27 Nov 2022

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Great Thanksgiving weekend

The house was awesome. Plenty of room for everyone and we all had enough space to be by her self if we wanted to. Everyone love the game room downstairs and the bunkbeds. They were awesome and the bunkbeds were very very comfortable. Five stars for sure.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

18 Oct 2022

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Excellent cabin, great location

We really enjoyed this cabin. The entire lower floor was great for family fun. The view of the mountains was excellent. The cabin was very clean and well stocked. The location in Townsend is very good because it's quiet and close to the entrance to the smoky mountains park. Also pigeon forge is only about 30 minutes away. Would definitely recommend this cabin. Very spacious and the porches provide lots of outdoor options.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine U., Brooks, GA

5 Sept 2022

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Perfect Chalet for a family!

The house was beautiful and very clean. The hosts were beyond gracious! Lots of room for a large family gathering. Looking forward to returning!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

25 July 2022

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Perfect Family Retreat

We loved loved this property so much! The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. It was perfect for everyone; ranging from grandparents to a 9, 7 and 2 year old. It was nice not having to worry about things like plates for our toddler! The location couldn’t have been better! The neighborhood was quiet and not too far from things to do. We even saw a couple of bears walking down the road. This property will definitely be on our revisit list!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline E.

14 July 2022

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This cabin was a great choice for our family vacation.

My family, including my children and grandchildren, loved the cabin. We saw a bear four of the seven days that we were there either on the drive in or in the parking area of the cabin. The down stairs area was perfect for the kids. They enjoyed having their own area with plenty of things to entertain them. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. The best thing about the cabin was that we never ran out of hot water. We would highly recommend this cabin.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kindahl

Our family lives in the East Tennessee valley area not far from these beautiful mountains. We find ourselves visiting often and wanting to stay longer. My kids really love playing in the near by creeks and exploring new trails. There are some great swimming holes that we frequent often as well. This cabin is a dream for us as a family and we hope you can enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We chose the Townsend area because we love its rural old town feel and it's closeness to the Great Smoky Mountains, Cades Cove, Foothills Parkway, Treemont, creeks and rivers. Pigeon Forge (30min) and Gatlinburg(45min) are close enough for day trips!

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1: Master on Main Level

Bedroom 2: Upstairs

Bedroom 3: Upstairs

Downstairs

Open Loft

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Main / Master

Upstairs

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