10/10 Excellent
Elise B.
3 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply perfect!
Elise B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Cabin
Black Bear Retreat • 2Bed 2Bath Cabin • Near Bike Trail
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Townsend, TN
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge14 min walk
- Townsend Visitor Center18 min walk
- Tuckaleechee Caverns6 min drive
- Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Common area 1 (Loft)
2 Single Beds
Lower Level
1 King Bed
Main level
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Black Bear Retreat • 2Bed 2Bath Cabin • Near Bike Trail
Looking for a peaceful retreat? Come stay at Black Bear Retreat, a newly built chalet style cabin on the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" right in the heart of Townsend, TN. We are located in the center of town, 200 ft from the Townsend bike trail, within walking distance of local restaurants, and a 5 minute drive from the Smoky Mountain National Park entrance. The visitors center, which hosts many local festivals and events, is only a 0.5 mile from the cabin.
About the Cabin:
The cabin features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, plus a loft with 2 twin beds. The main level features a bedroom with a queen sized bed and a full sized bathroom. It boasts an open concept living room, dining room, kitchen with a loft. The living room has a Smart TV so log into your favorite app or enjoy free YouTubeTV during your stay. The upstairs loft opens to the living room and features 2 twin sizes beds, a perfect space for the kids! The lower level features an open concept living area and offers a sitting area with adjoining king sized bed as well as private access to a full sized bathroom. The bathroom features a walk in shower, vanity, and a full sized washer and dryer.
The cabin boasts two large decks. The upper deck features a grill and outdoor eating area. The lower deck features rocking chairs and hot tub. The lower deck also opens to a spacious lawn area - perfect for family outdoor games or just letting the kids run off some steam!
About the Area:
Townsend is a quaint town with local restaurants, coffee shops, and hosts many festivals throughout the year. Enjoy a swim or tubing in The Little River, embark on a nature walk, bike the town trails, or take a short drive to the beautiful Foothills Parkway. The Smoky Mountain National Park entrance is a quick 5 minute drive from the cabin and is near the Cades Cove side of the Smokies. Townsend is a short drive from Wears Valley, 25 minutes from Pigeon Forge, and offers a scenic 45 minute drive to Gatlinburg.
The mountains are calling so come stay at Black Bear Retreat! We look forward to hosting you!
About the Cabin:
The cabin features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, plus a loft with 2 twin beds. The main level features a bedroom with a queen sized bed and a full sized bathroom. It boasts an open concept living room, dining room, kitchen with a loft. The living room has a Smart TV so log into your favorite app or enjoy free YouTubeTV during your stay. The upstairs loft opens to the living room and features 2 twin sizes beds, a perfect space for the kids! The lower level features an open concept living area and offers a sitting area with adjoining king sized bed as well as private access to a full sized bathroom. The bathroom features a walk in shower, vanity, and a full sized washer and dryer.
The cabin boasts two large decks. The upper deck features a grill and outdoor eating area. The lower deck features rocking chairs and hot tub. The lower deck also opens to a spacious lawn area - perfect for family outdoor games or just letting the kids run off some steam!
About the Area:
Townsend is a quaint town with local restaurants, coffee shops, and hosts many festivals throughout the year. Enjoy a swim or tubing in The Little River, embark on a nature walk, bike the town trails, or take a short drive to the beautiful Foothills Parkway. The Smoky Mountain National Park entrance is a quick 5 minute drive from the cabin and is near the Cades Cove side of the Smokies. Townsend is a short drive from Wears Valley, 25 minutes from Pigeon Forge, and offers a scenic 45 minute drive to Gatlinburg.
The mountains are calling so come stay at Black Bear Retreat! We look forward to hosting you!
Property manager
Jared & Molly
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
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
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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 the mountains and on a river. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- Cades Cove - 24 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Townsend Abbey - 14 min walk
- The Artistic Bean - 2 min drive
- Apple Valley Cafe - 3 min drive
- Riverstone Family Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Burger Master Drive In - 4 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jessica Y.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cabin
Jessica Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
khloe h.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Springbreak 2025
khloe h.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Earl K.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top of the line
Earl K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy K.
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the Peaceful side of the Smokies
Kathy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna-Liisa V.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Anna-Liisa V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
31 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Michael W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lloyd Q.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Lloyd Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russ T.
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, very good location
Russ T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittany C.
22 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Brittany C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence B.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Lawrence B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tommy B.
3 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Tommy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pamela L.
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times
Pamela L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob E.
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, great cabin
Rob E.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
John H.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time in the Smokies.
John H.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jared L.
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Weekend
Jared L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
leslie
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Townsend TN Cabin Week Rental Best Fun Vacation
leslie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
carole b.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Good!
carole b.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
5 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30th Anniversary Trip
Robert M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father's Day family vacay
Amy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russell D.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT STAY
Russell D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Don M.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our stay
Don M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth S.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect!
Beth S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jared & Molly
Why they chose this property
We love the proximity to the bike trail, the quietness of town, the convince of a number of outdoor activities!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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