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The Peacefulside Retreat!

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dark wooden dining table with woven chairs.
A room with a built-in bench seat, a window with blinds, and a hanging orange light fixture.
A two-story house with a porch, a small staircase, and a flag.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a fireplace and a door with a wreath.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dark Island Swinging Bridge
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Peacefulside Retreat!

Spacious new home with fast high speed internet in a quiet area, great for walking and biking! The Townsend Biketrail is less than 1000 ft away! Easily walk or bike to the only grocery store in town- the IGA! And a tunnel in front of the IGA goes under the highway, making crossing the road trouble free. Our home is easy to find- no winding roads or steep hills to climb, and conveniently located to everything Townsend has to offer. Plenty of free parking and Mountain Views included!

*Fully stocked kitchen
*Ceiling fans in every room-even on the front porch
*New beds/mattresses in all bedrooms
*Cabinet w/indoor games and puzzles
*Closet w/ outdoor games
*Pack n play, umbrella stroller, outdoor swing and high chair/booster seat provided for our smallest guests!

45 minutes from Knoxville and Gatlinburg.
30 minutes from Pigeon Forge.
25 minutes from airport.
And less than 5 minutes to the entrance of the GSMNP!!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome at this property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed at this property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please add a chlorine tablet to the floater in the hot tub.
If checking out on a Sunday or Monday, please put the trash can at the end of the driveway.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please park in driveway only. No parking on street or grass.
Please keep fires in the firepit small. This is for small fires only- NO BONFIRES!! Police will be called if it gets too big/dangerous.
Please observe neighborhood quiet hours of 9pm-7am.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2969263vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Ober Mountain 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 River Rage Go-Kart Track, or check out an event or a game at Jack Renfro Stadium.
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Peacefulside Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Peacefulside Retreat! on 24 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,151, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Peacefulside Retreat! located?

This family-friendly Townsend holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Townsend Visitor Center. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house! It’s in a quiet neighborhood, but also not far away from places to go and things to do. The owner is wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like to stay here.Easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thanks, Earl — glad you enjoyed your stay and found us easy to work with. We’d love to welcome you back to our house anytime you’re in Townsend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay and comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of room to spread out and have some space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing, the host is absolutely perfect to work with. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host. Great place! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vrbo! It checked all of the boxes for our friend group. The location is perfect for walking and biking to anywhere that you need to go. The host was a wonderful communicator and provided everything that we needed. The house is adorable and I love that everyone had their own room and bathrooms. The beds were comfy, the house was clean, and the check in and out was easy! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very fast with communication. The house was very clean and spacious for my husband and I and our 3 daughters. It was also well stocked and in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to a grocery store/coffee shop/restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extra clean and everything you need!!! Host was great at communicating with us. Looking forward to our stay in 2027.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property for family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always love staying here, it’s great for two families. Easy to walk to brewery, plenty of outdoor yard play, light traffic and just a great town. I’m sure we will be back for round 3!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Perfect place in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Townsend is beautiful and this home is convenient to walking path, stores, Cades Cove, and a short drive to Pigeon Forge. We enjoyed being able to relax and spend time together with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, Host is very responsive . Property is very well kept, has anything you could need. Great location to the National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, so clean and beautiful property inside and out. Perfect location for a quieter family but very easy access to the park. Peaceful Side Social was also a perfect meeting spot for families to enjoy. We have now stayed twice, Missy was so helpful! We will be back another time in the future! Thank you, Missy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this property. This is our families 2nd Thanksgiving to stay at this house. It has everything we need and is close to the bike trail which we love! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place! It’s a very pleasant, convenient location! It’s comfortable and the extra amenities are above and beyond what we have experienced in other places. The host always responds to any concerns or requests! Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was PERFECT!!!! The hostess did everything possible to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We would LOVE to stay at "Peacefulside Retreat" again. It is the cleanest and most comfortable place we have ever rented in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Retreat

Amazing experience! We loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2022
Thanks so much Melanie! We r so glad u had a wonderful visit! Thanks for being such wonderful guests! Please come again if u ever get the chance!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

Great property to stay at in Townsend! Missy was easy to communicate with and provided everything to make our stay enjoyable and then some! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2024
Thanks so much for being perfect guests! U make hosting a pleasure! We look forward to having u again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Missy is the best host and makes everything easy and comfortable so you can enjoy your time in Townsend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, it looks like a small course from the front but it actually very spacious inside, the second floor bedroom extends! off is the back of house. Great supplies available, very clean, we loved the place! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house Great Location

Loved the location and the house was great. Friendly and responsive host! We would definitely stay here on future visits!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
Hey Kimberly! We’re so glad u loved the house and had a great stay! Thanks for taking such great care of everything! We look forward to hosting u again someday!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great home in Townsend near everything. We rode bikes on the bike trails and to restaurants. We made reservations in advance (luckily) for Dancing Bear Bistro (not able to bike to this one) and it was a delightful meal. We travel a lot and always looking for great eating places. We visited The Abbey, Burger Meister, the Company distillery and the Social pizza and ice cream place (we biked to all these) about 1 block from the house were all great with great “vibes”. My husband rated Dancing Bear Bistro in his top 10 restaurants. Lots of games and puzzles were there for our family to play. Weather was perfect and the Highalnd Games festival and music was great! Hot tub rounded out the perfect, relaxing weekend in the Smokies!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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