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Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful!

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Area to the left of cabin is where you'll park! Main driveway is SHARED
Enjoy the electric fire place ONLY October - March!
Full kitchen equipped with Keurig, drip coffeemaker, & pots/pans/dishes
RELAX in the hot tub!
Dining set for four

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cades Cove
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful!

Take It Easy is a part of Mountain Mist Cabins.
This dog-friendly, private 1-bedroom, with a loft, cabin is located less than 5 minutes off HWY 321 in Townsend, TN, also known as “The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.” Only 5 minutes (2.5 miles) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and 7 minutes (4 miles) from Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Perfect for two couples or a family, and bring along your furry family members!

THE SPACE
Newly decorated, this one-bedroom cabin with a loft is the perfect place for two couples or a family to get away and relax. The kitchen is fully stocked with a drip coffee maker (BYO-Coffee) and a Keurig (BYO-K-cups) and all the dishes and cookware you may need.

All TVs are connected to wifi with access to all of your favorite streaming apps via Roku (you must log into your own accounts)! Both the bedroom and loft have 43” UHD Roku-equipped TVs. The living room has a 55"
There is an electric fireplace for use in the cooler season (Oct. - Mar.), in the living room.

We are dog-friendly, with restrictions, so please message us with details if you intend to bring your furry friend(s)!

Mountain Mist Cabins offers a shared Laundry Area.
Please note the level of privacy at the cabin is dependent on the season. During the Spring, Summer and Fall the trees keep the cabin private from neighbors. There is a cabin behind, in the winter months you may be able to see it.

Do not feed or interact with any wildlife, especially bears.
Make sure all trash outside is placed in the bear proof trash bins.
Never leave trash bags or food outside.

Towels and linens are provided, as well as soaps, shampoos, and even toothbrushes, are available if you forgot yours!

All persons booking MUST be 23 years of age. Please message us for exceptions.

Should you bring more guests than reflected by your reservation you may be asked to leave the property without a refund and/or pay an additional $25 per night per person.

Quiet Hours are from 10PM to 9AM

Do not leave any trash or food outside, it will attract bears.
You are in nature and there are bears and other wildlife in the area. If Bears get too accustomed to people, they are put down. If you feed the bears, you can kill the bears, please don't kill the bears.

As with most cabins in the area, all fireplaces are shut down April 1 - September 30.

We do not offer early check-in or late check-out. However, IF we are able to accommodate, there may be an additional charge.

Dog Policy - If you are bringing your furry friend, you must submit a message through the app to let us know what the age and breed of the dog is. We do not allow puppies less than 1 year old or certain breeds that are known to be destructive. All dogs MUST be house trained.
You will be responsible for any damages caused by your dog. Please use the designated outdoor area for your pets to do their business and utilize the provided waste station to clean up after them. Unless otherwise noted there is a $100 per stay charge. Please select pets when making your reservation.

Because we are dog-friendly, if you have any allergies pertaining to dogs, I recommend you do not stay at this property. While we do our best to thoroughly clean, we cannot guarantee that you may not have an allergic reaction from a previous guest’s dog(s).
Absolutely NO unauthorized fires! Unauthorized fires. You will be charged $250 plus damages.

As always, be safe and use caution. You WILL be accountable for any damages.

Property manager

Derek Tellier
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Fee: $100 + tax, max 2 dogs, breed/age has limits.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to sign a rental agreement. Security deposit of $300 required for all reservations.
Max number of guests is 4. The primary renter needs to meet a min. age of 21. Parties are not allowed. Smoking is not allowed.
Pets are allowed. Max of 2. Quiet hours from 10PM - 9AM. We are available by messenger through the app only.

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 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 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. 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 - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cades Cove - 27 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Townsend Abbey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer Oasis! King Bed! Dog Friendly! Peaceful! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum, Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail. Townsend Visitor Center and Tuckaleechee Caverns are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob E.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a wonderful time at this property. The cabin was exactly as advertised and a great quiet setting with access to the Smokys in a great small town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin, one small issue

We had overall a very nice stay. There was, however, a mouse that had gotten into the kitchen. The owner sent an exterminator within hours of us contacting him and refunded our cleaning fee after we requested it to be refunded. All the exterminator did was place another trap (rather than close any holes), and there was already a trap behind the stove; so needless to stay the mouse was an extra guest throughout our entire stay, and unfortunately something we had to think about during our trip - not something I wanted to have on my mind during vacation! Other than the mouse droppings, the cabin was meticulously clean. The hot tub was awesome - really nice to use after a day of hiking. Also nice to have the guest mode on the Roku TVs to watch shows on our own streaming services at night. The tree outside the cabin was blooming, and it was a nice, quiet area. As I mentioned, Derek was quick to respond. Check in and check out were easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Telesia S.

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

Excellent property!

We LOVED staying in Townsend! The restaurants were phenomenal and we loved being on the more peaceful side of town. The cabin was super clean and the host was great with communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

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

Nice quiet weekend

We made a last minute trip to Townsend to get away. Great location, clean and well stocked cabin. Exactly what we needed. Love that we could bring our little dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

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

As advertised

Great location. Amenities as advertised. Rustic, but it is a cabin. Dog friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

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

Very Nice!

The cabin was as advertised - quiet and cozy! Very quiet area in the rolling hills and woods. A cozy look and interior made us comfortable. A relaxing atmosphere here and in the surrounding area, especially the city and people of Townsend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rusty M.

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

Peaceful, relaxing, centering

Exactly what my wife and i needed. A wonderful clean cabin with no issues. I recommend Mountain Mist Cabins wholeheartly... except when we want to come back.. then yall stay away so one of them will be available for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin (Take it easy) and the host were absolutely wonderful. The host is very attentive and the cabin was everything we had hoped it would be. Clean, comfortable, accommodating, bed was comfortable, kitchen had everything you would need and the hot tub was great after a long hike in the mountains. We look forward to returning. Thank you Derek for having us.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg B.

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

Awesome cabin retreat

The cabin was great (exactly as pictured)! Very clean. Hot tub was relaxing and the rocking chairs on the porch were perfect for coffee drinking. Our son loved the lofted area and we all loved that our black lab could come with us on vacation. The beds were comfortable, and the cabin had all the essentials we needed. Oh and the arcade game was fun- I’m not sure if my husband or son liked it more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay! Great location! Cabin layout was perfect and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Getaway

Enjoyable mini vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Cozy cabin with privacy in a great location

We had a wonderful stay in this cabin. Every room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom and kitchen are a nice size and there's also a loft with room for another couple or children but we didn’t need to use that space. We loved relaxing in the hot tub every night in this peaceful setting and the arcade game was a big hit. Playing the games brought back memories from the 80's for us. We highly recommend staying here. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Will definitely return!

The cabin was great! I will definitely be making a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

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

Perfect family vacation

Tucked away in the perfect spot. Just minutes away from several amazing restaurants and stores. The cabins hosted my family of 4 and our 2 dogs and it was the perfect size. The hot tub was the best to end the day. Kids took full advantage of the arcade machine and loft area and the dogs really enjoyed the spacious porch. The cabin was equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Derek made it super easy to extend our stay an extra night too. Will definitely be back to rent this cabin. Easy to find, no steep drives!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

Lovely place to stay! Feels very private for being near other cabins. Close to lots of things to do in Townsend and GSMNP!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

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

Great!

We needed some time away and to relax…Take it Easy was the right medicine!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Wonderful Experience

This was a great property that was central to all of the activities we wanted to do. Beautiful cabin that was clean and had everything we needed. The host is very easy to work with and the check-in, check-out went smoothly. We will definitely stay here again! Thank you, Derek, for your hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri A.

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

Great cabin

Very clean and adorable cabin. Thanks for dish and bath soap, and coffee filters. The small things mean a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

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

Sweet and perfect!

Clean, Cozy and Perfect. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

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

Nice Anniversary getaway

Nice getaway for our 28th anniversary. Quiet neighborhood. Only issue at no fault of cabin owner, is that neighbor cabin let their large aggressive dogs run free. We were charged by one twicetwice. Thankfully neither time my pup was outside. Please leash your dogs!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Perfect Getaway

Wonderful property!! Very comfy bed. We really enjoyed our time here. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis p.

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

Cozy Cabin

Was quiet and minutes away from restaurants and grocery store. Would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Birthday Vacation

Great place , we stayed for a week, enjoyed the hot tùb and arcade game, had a blast in the Great Smoky Mountains will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene W.

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

Quick getaway

Really quite. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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

Lovely little cabin

My husband, daughter, two dogs, and I stayed at the Take It Easy cabin together. It was a very cute and cozy place and I loved the location! The host is wonderful-very attentive and responsive. The cabin is one in a small group that shares a driveway and has a small, shared laundry cabin. We were able to get our laundry done with ease and there was plenty of room to park beside the cabin. As the host mentioned in the description, the stairs to the loft are narrow and steep so it’s not a sleeping area I would recommend for very young children or older adults. However, my 23 year old daughter had no issues at all sleeping up there and I was easily able to get up and down when needed. There is a spacious bedroom and bathroom on the main floor. We also enjoyed the arcade game and the hot tub! The hot tub is located on the front porch with plenty of privacy as the host has enclosed the area with lattice board. We love Townsend! If you’ve never stayed in the area, but enjoy peace and quiet and good local restaurants, you would love it. Many thanks to Derek!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Derek Tellier

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Local Real Estate agent and Investor.
I enjoying bringing people to see the beauty and excitement that Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer.

Why they chose this property

Take It Easy is a newly updated cabin on the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" also known as Townsend, TN.
Townsend is the perfect area to stay to take in the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Less than 15 miles from many hiking trails & the entrance to Cades Cove.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful Side of the Smoky Mountains!
Enjoy the quiet of nature and the beauty of your surroundings, and the proximity to lots of trails and outdoor activities!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests