10/10 Excellent
Greg T.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Greg T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Cabin
Breathtaking Sunrises in the Smokies :: A Cabin for Families near Cades Cove
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Townsend, TN
- Laurel Valley Golf Course18 min walk
- Tuckaleechee Caverns9 min drive
- Cades Cove31 min drive
- Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Lower Level Bedroom
1 King Bed
Lower Level Living Room
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Master Suite
1 King Bed
The Loft Bedroom
2 Queen Beds
3 bathrooms
Lower Level
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Level
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
The Loft
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Breathtaking Sunrises in the Smokies :: A Cabin for Families near Cades Cove
With a stunning view of the Chimney Tops, Mount LeConte and all the glory of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Sky Haven Lodge overlooks Laurel Valley from atop the foothills of the Smokies.
After a restful night's sleep on one of 5 beds (spread through 3 bedrooms and common spaces), wake up each morning and enjoy coffee on one of 3 decks with views for miles (no, literally -- like, 13+ miles!) and air so fresh your lungs will thank you.
From there, take your time making plans for the day in your spacious 2,700 square foot getaway. With two common areas, a large dining area, game room and a gigantic loft, there's space for everyone to kick back and have fun.
Enjoy breakfast (or lunch or dinner!) in our 10-seat dining area or outside on the screened-in porch.
What to do? Oh, the list is endless! Stay close with a tee time at Wild Laurel Golf course or head over to the clubhouse pool and get refreshed. Just around the corner are numerous outdoor adventures for the entire family, including: Hiking, rock-climbing, tubing, kayaking, fishing and more! If you'd prefer to take it easy, there are several scenic drives nearby, and beautiful Townsend with its local shops, crafts and restaurants is less than 8 minutes away.
Of course, you're also just minutes from Cades Cove, the Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Clingman's Dome, with the Island at Pigeon Forge and Dollywood/Splash Country both just 40 minutes away.
When your day is wrapping up, enjoy the fire in the sky at sunset. If it's cold, cozy up next to your gas fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa. And as the night gets dark, head up to the top deck for unparalleled stargazing.
An exterior security camera monitors the parking area, giving you extra peace of mind. While smart thermostats provide maximum comfort and smart locks so you'll never have to keep track of a set of keys!
Sky Haven Lodge is here for you to get rejuvenated and make memories to last a lifetime.
It would be our delight to host you.
After a restful night's sleep on one of 5 beds (spread through 3 bedrooms and common spaces), wake up each morning and enjoy coffee on one of 3 decks with views for miles (no, literally -- like, 13+ miles!) and air so fresh your lungs will thank you.
From there, take your time making plans for the day in your spacious 2,700 square foot getaway. With two common areas, a large dining area, game room and a gigantic loft, there's space for everyone to kick back and have fun.
Enjoy breakfast (or lunch or dinner!) in our 10-seat dining area or outside on the screened-in porch.
What to do? Oh, the list is endless! Stay close with a tee time at Wild Laurel Golf course or head over to the clubhouse pool and get refreshed. Just around the corner are numerous outdoor adventures for the entire family, including: Hiking, rock-climbing, tubing, kayaking, fishing and more! If you'd prefer to take it easy, there are several scenic drives nearby, and beautiful Townsend with its local shops, crafts and restaurants is less than 8 minutes away.
Of course, you're also just minutes from Cades Cove, the Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Clingman's Dome, with the Island at Pigeon Forge and Dollywood/Splash Country both just 40 minutes away.
When your day is wrapping up, enjoy the fire in the sky at sunset. If it's cold, cozy up next to your gas fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa. And as the night gets dark, head up to the top deck for unparalleled stargazing.
An exterior security camera monitors the parking area, giving you extra peace of mind. While smart thermostats provide maximum comfort and smart locks so you'll never have to keep track of a set of keys!
Sky Haven Lodge is here for you to get rejuvenated and make memories to last a lifetime.
It would be our delight to host you.
Property manager
Christopher & Kimberly Rackley
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Important information
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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
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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 next to a golf course and on a river. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track. Travelling with kids? Consider Hedgewood Gardens, 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.
Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Laurel Valley Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
- Cades Cove - 31 min drive - 23.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Townsend Abbey - 9 min drive
- The Artistic Bean - 10 min drive
- Apple Valley Cafe - 5 min drive
- Riverstone Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Burger Master Drive In - 11 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeannie G.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home perfect location!
Jeannie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Retreat
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheri L.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Cabin
Cheri L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve A.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain get away
Steve A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather B.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Heather B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug P.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Doug P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zach W.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Zach W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather R.
20 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Heather R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia S.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sky Haven Lodge was heaven!
Cynthia S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin for the entire family
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning View. VERY clean cabin.
Jennifer D.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
elise S.
19 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay
elise S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy W.
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Amy W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
24 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views
Brenda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristen H.
9 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with amazing views
Kristen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gina G.
30 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gina Glass
Gina G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheila H.
3 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Sheila H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Greys C., Hialeah Gardens
26 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Greys C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christina C.
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House. Beautiful views.
Christina C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry J.
14 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and a beautiful place 😍
Terry J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Charles L.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Charles L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
23 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very kind and wonderful manager to work with. Wonderful place and location.
Michelle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Robert B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Deb S.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Deb S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Christopher & Kimberly Rackley
Kimberly and I have spent our lives living in every single state in the Southeastern US, but today we call Philadelphia home. Living in the city is exciting, but this family of ours is a mountain family at heart. We long for trails, rivers and waterfalls -- to venture into the unknown and come back with a tale or two. (Oh, and we *love* Dollywood!) Our children are already asking us if we'll "move to Tennessee one day" so they can bring their children to visit. And well, that settled it. We decided to get our own little dream home. But life's still life and we can't leave Philadelphia right now; so we're opening our dream home up to fine people such as you, to explore and enjoy the very land we love so much. We would be most honored to host you.
Why they chose this property
The very best thing about Sky Haven Lodge is that it can serve two purposes: If you need to get away and clear your mind of all the insanity that is "life" today, this place is for you. Secluded, yet accessible; quiet and spacious with all the amenities you'd need -- the Lodge has it all for you to take a deep breath and RESET.
But if you want adventure? It's got that, too. Refreshingly away from the all the tourist-y stuff, Sky Haven Lodge boasts nearby hiking, tubing, fishing, rafting, golfing and swimming. Oh, and if you want the Dollywood/Island/Ripley's experience (which we often do, too)? No worries, it's just 35-45 minutes away.
And perhaps our favorite in this post-COVID world, this cabin is fully set up for remote work. With a work station (and places to sit in every room), enjoy 300mb WIFI throughout the cabin -- great speeds even out on the decks! And with so much space inside and so much to do outside, it's not hard to bring your family along and keep them active and entertained while you do work, then spend quality time together.
But if you want adventure? It's got that, too. Refreshingly away from the all the tourist-y stuff, Sky Haven Lodge boasts nearby hiking, tubing, fishing, rafting, golfing and swimming. Oh, and if you want the Dollywood/Island/Ripley's experience (which we often do, too)? No worries, it's just 35-45 minutes away.
And perhaps our favorite in this post-COVID world, this cabin is fully set up for remote work. With a work station (and places to sit in every room), enjoy 300mb WIFI throughout the cabin -- great speeds even out on the decks! And with so much space inside and so much to do outside, it's not hard to bring your family along and keep them active and entertained while you do work, then spend quality time together.
What makes this property unique
We've packed our cabin with lots of neat features to help your family or group have a great time.
• In the loft, there's a baby gate; perfect to give a family with an infant toddler a fun, safe space to enjoy
• The main floor has a jetted tub, screened-in outdoor eating area, and cozy fire place, giving you multiple ways to unwind all year long.
• Downstairs, enjoy the game room with a convertible pool and ping pong table, as well as a NES Classic in the commons area.
• The crown jewel of the downstairs is Kid's Adventure area, crafted to give young children numerous imaginative activities to do.
• Enjoy 3 decks -- on each level -- two of which wrap around. With so much space overlooking so much beauty outside, you might never want to go inside.
• The bedrooms on the main floor and downstairs boast pillow-top king beds that will send you off to dreamy sleep and the loft offers two queen beds with equally lovely mattresses.
• In the loft, there's a baby gate; perfect to give a family with an infant toddler a fun, safe space to enjoy
• The main floor has a jetted tub, screened-in outdoor eating area, and cozy fire place, giving you multiple ways to unwind all year long.
• Downstairs, enjoy the game room with a convertible pool and ping pong table, as well as a NES Classic in the commons area.
• The crown jewel of the downstairs is Kid's Adventure area, crafted to give young children numerous imaginative activities to do.
• Enjoy 3 decks -- on each level -- two of which wrap around. With so much space overlooking so much beauty outside, you might never want to go inside.
• The bedrooms on the main floor and downstairs boast pillow-top king beds that will send you off to dreamy sleep and the loft offers two queen beds with equally lovely mattresses.
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