Adorable Riverfront Cabin * EV Chrg * Fish * Swim

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Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the river! In the summer you can people watch as tubers float by.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Hot tub
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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Townsend, TN

Townsend Visitor Center
‪5 min drive‬
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
‪5 min drive‬
Dark Island Swinging Bridge
‪6 min drive‬
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Cutest little cabin there ever could be - except for it's twin River Bluff! Loft bedroom cabin with open concept right on The Little River!! Fish, swim, tube, play, and enjoy the "Peaceful side of the Smokies" in Townsend TN, located just 30 minutes from Pigeon Forge. This cabin is one of five rentals we own on a spread of 18 acres. Enjoy 700 ft of private river front access, walk across the swinging bridge to explore town, or head just 2 miles to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

Little cabin directly on the Little River! Walk down the steps to the river level and enjoy fishing, take a dip, or just relax and listen to sound of the rushing water - or at times in summer, you can people watch the tubers floating by. All new appliances, king bed, sofa bed, great deck overlooking the river, charcoal grill, high speed Xfinity wifi (200mpbs), cable, and access to 700' of private river frontage on property.

Access to the entire cabin/river front. Additional 700' private river front access on property.

We will be available by text/messenger during your stay

Townsend is a little gem hidden in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and is known as "the peaceful side of the Smokies". This little cabin is located in a gated retreat owned by us! Our retreat consists of 4 vacation rentals plus our primary home on 7 riverfront acres. Townsend has two famous swinging bridges that cross The Little River, one of which connects directly to our property, which means you can walk right across into the heart of town! Excellent food, local craft beer, chocolate, pancakes, and art all within a short distance!! Trout fishing and tubing the river are extremely popular, and we are just 2 mi. from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and only 12 mi from the famous Cades Cove where you can get a glimpse of history and may catch some really neat wildlife while you're at it. Of course, if you wake up early enough, you may easily see an eagle or two fishing the river from the house! If everything that Townsend has to offer isn't quite enough to please everyone, we are just an easy 30 minute drive to Pigeon Forge and 45 min. to Gatlinburg with endless family entertainment.

Property manager

Parker Borofsky

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A damage deposit of $300 will be held 2 days before arrival. No smoking. No pets. No parties. Lock the residence when not in use.

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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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. 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.

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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 12 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Townsend Abbey - ‬3 min walk
‪The Artistic Bean - ‬20 min walk
‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Riverfront Cabin * EV Chrg * Fish * Swim pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Riverfront Cabin * EV Chrg * Fish * Swim?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Riverfront Cabin * EV Chrg * Fish * Swim?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Riverfront Cabin * EV Chrg * Fish * Swim located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Dark Island Swinging Bridge and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

7 Apr 2025

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

Peaceful

This property was exactly as described. I loved all the extra touches; beach towels, hand soap; basic spices … just to name a few. It was so peaceful, we were able to enjoy the outdoors. The porch was wonderful to sit , have coffee and enjoy the river. It is very private. It was comfortable. We will be back for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

15 Mar 2025

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

Great location

Nice quiet and clean property on the river, enjoyed the stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin A.

11 Feb 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha W.

22 Nov 2024

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

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan Z.

25 Oct 2024

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

Smokey Mountain Getaway

The cabin was a perfect place to stay to enjoy all the beauty of the Smokey Mountains. The hosts of the property were so accommodating and made you feel so welcome. Thank you Oz and Parker.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

26 Aug 2024

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

Quiet getaway

My husband and I were very happy with our stay! The cabin is private and right on the river. We loved the fact that you could park your car and walk or ride our bikes to the restaurants and stores on the Townsend strip. The cabin is updated and just the right size for a couple wanting a romantic getaway. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

9 July 2024

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

Townsend, TN

The River Rock cabin was perfect for our week long stay in Tennessee. The cabin was in a great location for all we wanted to do. It’s at the end of a private dead end drive so there was no traffic at all. Just a short walk down the driveway gets you to a footbridge over the river and right into town. Having the river right there at your doorstep was a great way to cool off after hiking and exploring the park. The cabin was spotless and had everything we needed for stress free vacation. I would highly recommended it especially if you prefer a slower pace to the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Areas.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

16 June 2024

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

Perfect location for our Family Vacation !

The location was amazing and Oz couldn't have been nicer! Sleeper sofa appeared brand new and was super comfortable. We were able to cook basic meals daily in the kitchen but there are great restaurants in walking distance and anything else you might need within 5-10min drive. We spent most of our time here visiting SMNP but also enjoyed many local attractions as well. River access was amazing to swim/fish. This place has it all!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

4 June 2024

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

Even better than the pictures.

This cabin was absolutely perfect. The location was wonderful, the furniture was comfortable, the deck was well taken care of (and didn't leak at all even during a very heavy rainfall), water pressure and heat in the shower was great, and the jacuzzi was awesome. The view of the river is amazing and we spent most of our time on the deck. It was too early for there to be any fish to catch, but we gave it a try and the rocks were a great location for it. The property has peacocks and goats, but we also saw lizards and even a family of river otters on our last day! Even though the cabin is right off a main thoroughfare and you can hear traffic, it's mostly a white noise you don't notice and you hear all the birds and the wind in the trees and you still feel like you're in a remote area. We walked across the bridge on Thursday for trivia at the Abbey which was so much fun and the walkability was such a great bonus. My only suggestion is it would be nice to have a guest book, it was the only thing missing. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts Parker and Oz!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vikki N.

19 May 2024

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

Running water only

Cute town and tucked away cozy cabin. Constant sounds of the river make this place a true gem.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

28 Apr 2024

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

Waterfront coziness at its best!

River Rock is the perfect getaway you never knew you needed. Sitting right on the banks of the Little River, it was the perfect destination for us. We had a wedding to attend in Knoxville but wanted to make it into a long wkend escape. The cabin is an easy 45 minute drive to downtown Knoxville but a world away from it. Cade’s Cove is 20 minutes away and hiking Spruce Flat Falls (and a number of other trails) is a short 10 minute drive. We did Cade’s Cove and saw lots of bears, deer, and turkeys, and the waterfall at Spruce Flat Falls is quite the reward after the climb. The cabin itself is exactly as listed, with the exception of a different sofa and different bedding. It is small & quaint, with the perfect amount of coziness, is immaculately clean, and had a well-stocked kitchen. We loved our mornings & late nights sitting on the deck and in the hot tub. Hearing the birds chirping, being entertained by the geese, and watching the rippling water is something we shall not soon forget. Take a walk over the bridge to The Abbey, the locals’ undisputed favorite restaurant. The hosts live on the property, and although we never saw them, Parker was quick to respond whenever we reached out. Check-in and out were convenient, love the simple process. River Rock is a true gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

April E.

9 Jan 2024

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

Peaceful and cozy property

Our two night stay was perfect! The property is exactly as listed, was clean, and easy to find/easy to check in. The location is the best part--at the end of a quiet road right on the river. Sure, there are other properties around, but it didn't interfere with the serene vibes at all. The firepit setup was so lovely, so definitely stop and buy some wood on the way. I hope to stay here again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian A.

18 Nov 2023

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

Perfect place in Townsend

Our stay was perfect. The cabin is super clean and has everything you need, but also has an authentic cabin feel. The location was amazing, right on the river and secluded but also easy to get to everything. There’s a swinging bridge you can walk across to get to some great restaurants, too. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayme C.

4 Nov 2023

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

Loved the cabin! Beautiful view! Perfect vacation spot!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

1 Sept 2023

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

Quick getaway

A great on-the-spur trip to Townsend to get away from the heat of West TN. We found the cabin with no problems because of the detailed instructions. The setting was perfect and the cabin was comfortable and clean (would have preferred a regular coffee maker though). The best part was sitting on the porch watching the Little River roll by - a pleasant few days.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty W.

19 Aug 2023

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

We Hope To Be Back!

In addition to very responsive owners and ease of renting and checking in, the River Rock was better than we were expecting! It's a perfect location on the river, at the end of the road, very private and very easy access to town and the Smokies. The owners were responsive to every need and have a "gracious host" mentality! We will definitely try to book this one again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ralph W.

2 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Little River(front) Cabin in Townsend

Absolutely great location near the footbridge and near check-in for tubing at River Rat! Host was unresponsive to any of my messages, and sent the wrong address and access code for our rental via email regarding check in, I subsequently realized that the message sent via VRBO app and the email sent to me had completely different information. Will not be staying there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

larry h.

31 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

it had potential

The cabin is nice somewhat small; furniture could have been more comfortable; the bedspread was not clean smelling so that put doubt in our minds with the linens; but the worst part was that my wife pulled out a saucer to microwave a potato and a 'single' maggot was crawling across the plate. We stayed one of three nights and with the circumstances asked the owners to consider a partial refund, which, as of yet, has not occurred.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

14 June 2023

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

Awesome

Perfect place for a get away

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

20 May 2023

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

River Rocks!

This cabin is “off the beaten path” and sits on a beautiful rambling river. It’s quiet, clean and just how the pictures show. Somewhat rustic…, but that’s what we were looking for. We were a 10 minute drive to the Smokey Mountain entrance. There is an IGA very close for your grocery needs. Don’t forget your fishing poles! Host was very informative. Thank you. We will be back for sure! Carol

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce W.

11 May 2023

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

Cute

Cute little place for Two!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana R.

27 Apr 2023

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

Great place to get away and be in the trees!

We absolutely loved this place! It was secluded but close to everything! Will definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

13 Mar 2023

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

Cozy retreat for a couple

Fiancé and I went to East Tennessee for a quick getaway. Very cozy little cabin right on the river. Cabin had everything we needed. After years and years of cabins in pigeon forge and gatlinburg, I think getting one like this a little away from everything is a lot nicer. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

30 June 2022

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

Little River

Great place to stay. Quiet area, clean property. Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

29 Mar 2022

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

River side

Loved everything about it! Clean, quiet, easy to get to. Owner was available for questions and assistance. Highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Parker Borofsky

We are a family of 4 who love adventure and enjoy sharing some of our favorite places with you! From the ancient Smoky Mountains (did you know this mountain range is the 8th oldest in the WORLD?!), to the gorgeous white sands and glassy waters of the Florida Panhandle/Emerald Coast. Parker is an award-winning mortgage loan originator specializing in helping families start their short-term rental portfolios, while Oz is a "retired" Electronic Engineer, who now spends his days tirelessly working on each of our properties to keep them in great condition! Our daughter Taliesin who is headed to college has been involved in design and decor and our son Zolin who is still in high school just might be the one to answer your message or inquiry. We are emotionally attached to each of our properties (even though we aren't supposed to be lol) and we truly hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

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English, Spanish

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