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Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP!

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A wooden deck with a pergola, chairs, and a view of a forested area.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area, and a television.
A sign for Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a stone base and a logo.
A kitchenette with a coffee maker, towels, potted plants, and a coffee sign on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
Along the lakeshore, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It accommodates 4 guests and welcomes pets. Enjoy beautiful lake views from the property. Nearby attractions include Rockey Branch Bluegrass Community Center and Laurel Valley Golf Course.

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.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Water park access
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Walland, TN
  • Place, Rockey Branch Bluegrass Community Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Laurel Valley Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP!

Riverfront!!

One of the largest and most valuable spots on the Little River. This property has 120+ feet of Little River frontage on just under an acre. Set up for a maximum of 4 guests, this river paradise is ideal for the mountain getaway on the most scenic river in the Smokies! Includes a 2BR River Cottage (650 sq ft), 16x24 Covered Outdoor Pavilion, Front and Back Porches, and an outdoor bathhouse. Plenty of room for parking, easy parking for motorcycle trailers or RVs!

⁂ AMENITIES
🚪 Self Check-In via Smart Lock
🧹 Professionally Cleaned after Each Stay
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms/1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
🍳 Kitchen
📶 Free Wi-Fi
🍴 Outdoor Pavilion w/ Seating & Dining
🌊 River Access
♨️ Firepit
🫕 Charcoal BBQ Grill
🎯 Cornhole & Outdoor Checkers
📺 Smart TV w/ Streaming
☕ Coffee Bar (Standard Coffee Pot)
🎲 Board Games

⁂ DISTANCES:
🌄 Great Smoky Mountain National Park (7.5 Miles)
🏞️ Cade`s Cove (15.7 Miles)
🎡 Pigeon Forge Parkway (21 Miles)
🚠 Gatlinburg (27 Miles)

🏠 THE COTTAGE
Moon River is an adorable, completely remoted riverfront cottage! The highlight of your stay is the 640 Square Feet of Indoor Living space and nearly an acre to enjoy directly on the Little River. The private outdoor pavilion is an on-the river paradise with a picnic table, kitchen sink, countertops, sitting hammock, a picnic table, and a bar (with 4 bar stools) overlooking the Little River. There is also a BBQ grill.

There is an outdoor bathhouse that is convenient for guests outdoors to quickly use a separate bathroom without entering the Cottage. The bathhouse is equipped with a shower, sink, toilet, and plenty of room for changing or extra storage space for any river items or outdoor games that won`t fit in the cottage.

There are two chairs on the rear porch along with a privacy wall constructed between you and the closest neighbor. This is one of the only properties on the Little River that has this much space to roam, park, and have access to so much river. It is also one of the only river properties that does not have a direct view of highway 321 on the opposite side of the river. It is a truly unique space!

🛌 SLEEPING
* Bedroom #1: Spacious bedroom with Queen-sized bed, dresser
* Bedroom #2: Spacious bedroom with Queen-sized bed, dresser

🍽️ EATING
This kitchen is equipped with basic necessities. Dishes, silverware, cookware, cooking, and grilling utensils are all provided. There is also a dining table just off the kitchen that seats 4.

⁂ AMENITIES
In addition to the above, there is high-speed internet/Wi-Fi. The TV is a smart TV with access to Netflix and other streaming apps. There is a DVD player if you would like to bring some movies along with you. This kitchen is equipped with basic necessities. Dishes, silverware, cookware, cooking, and grilling utensils are all provided.

The most unique and cutest spot on the Little River. If you value space and privacy and then​ you will absolutely LOVE your stay at the Moon River Cottage.

🅿️ PARKING
Free parking for up to 4 cars. Small RV or trailer could also be accommodated. The driveway and parking spaces are gravel.

🎪 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
* Davy Crockett Riding Stables (4.6 Miles)
* Foothills Parkway (5.2 Miles)
* Tuckaleechee Caverns (5.5 Miles)
* Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing (6.3 Miles)
* Dollywood (25 Miles)
* Ober Mountain (28.8 Miles)

🛒 GROCERY STORES
We suggest Walmart or Kroger pick up in Alcoa Tennessee. Just place your order online the day before and schedule your pick-up. It is easy, convenient, and on the way if you are coming in from the Knoxville/Maryville side of town.

Guests can enjoy private access to the entire home.

Our location offers the best of both worlds; enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Great Smoky Mountains while taking advantage of local restaurants, attractions, and shopping. For those looking for outdoor activities, there are plenty of nearby hiking trails and sightseeing opportunities.

📍 DISTANCES:

🌄 Great Smoky Mountains National Park (7.5 Miles)
🌲 Cade`s Cove (15.7 Miles)
🎡 Pigeon Forge Parkway (21 Miles)
🚠 Gatlinburg (27 Miles)

🎪 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS AND ACTIVITIES:
* Davy Crockett Riding Stables (4.6 Miles)
* Foothills Parkway (5.2 Miles)
* Tuckaleechee Caverns (5.5 Miles)
* Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing (6.3 Miles)
* Dollywood (25 Miles)
* Ober Mountain (28.8 Miles)

🛒 NEARBY GROCERY STORES:
We suggest Walmart or Kroger pick up in Alcoa, Tennessee. Just place your order online the day before and schedule your pick-up. It is easy, convenient, and on the way if you are coming in from the Knoxville/Maryville side of town.

✈️ Closest Airport = Knoxville (TYS): 16 Miles

⦿ The cottage is located in a quiet residential neighborhood.
⦿ Uber/Lyft are both available in the area.

The property has easy access to all of the area`s attractions, including Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, Knoxville, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

* Quiet hours are 11pm-7am.
* Maximum occupancy is 4 guests.
* There is a strict no-smoking policy.
* We provide a starter set of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, soaps/shampoos, and detergent. If you have a large group or are staying for an extended period, you may need to purchase (or bring) additional items.
* Firewood is not provided but is available at most stores in the area.

* We have partnered with BabyQuip - the #1 baby equipment rental service and marketplace. BabyQuip offers rentals for your trip, including Cribs, Strollers, High Chairs, Toys/Games, Bouncers, Health and Safety Items, Outdoor Items, and More! Ask us for more information!

* We are unable to offer refunds due to weather or weather-related conditions, power outages, road conditions, or acts of God. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances. Four-wheel drive is recommended in winter conditions.

* We are unable to provide a late check-out without written approval. If a guest does not vacate the property by 10AM on their scheduled day of departure, the fee for failing to vacate is $100.00 for each half hour that the guest fails to vacate the property.
*There is a strict no-smoking policy at Moon River.
Any guests violating this rule will be assessed an additional $500 cleaning fee.

Please be courteous of neighboring homes.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*There is a strict no-smoking policy at Moon River. Any guests violating this rule will be assessed an additional $500 cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3403718vb
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
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 cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. 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 and Hedgewood Gardens. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Walland, TN

What's nearby

  • Rockey Branch Bluegrass Community Center - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 7 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront w/Grill + Fire Pit | Close to GSMNP! located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Laurel Valley Golf Course, Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, and Tuckaleechee Caverns. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 39 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay right by the water :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time, we were able to tube down the river and enjoy the outdoors. We will definitely consider when coming back to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
The property was in a quiet area. I chose this property for the river. I was very disappointed to find the river is not accessible without extreme caution. Big rocks are all along the property line and the neighbors have clearly posted No trespassing to enter the river on their side.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host does NOT respond once it is the day of check in. The place was disgusting. Trash left, one bedroom was dirty, the toilet is not stable- wobbly, You can absolutely not get down to the river unless you want to climb bolders. The neighbors clearly have it posted No Trespassing. This could use a very thorough deep clean.the couch Stained, the rugs stained.Pictures are Very deceiving. Pet friendly was nice- but no place to let them run. But the level of filth was insane- zero communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the relief from a baseball tournament that we needed. Super quiet and made it easy to relax. Wish we had more time to play in the river, do some grilling, and maybe have a fire! Regardless, when we play ball in Maryville this will be our go-to place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not enough comfortable seating in living room, need chair with ottoman or recliner.. Sofa was dirty. The exterior needs pressure washed molded and dirty, pavilions was infested with spiders we could not use it, sinks were stopped up. Bath house had raw sewage backed up in the shower and floor. I cleaned it up the best I could but had no bleach to sanitize it so we could not use it. There were no path to the river, the banks were covered with huge rocks and briers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three adult women for a girl trip… lots of nature, the flowing river was our favorite part-took chairs to the outside covered area and basically stayed there under the fans with coffee or beer or wine depending on the time! No noise other than the low ripple of the river. The inside was lightly decorated in mountain decor and the space was comfortable. We all said we’d like to return together or with family. Great small space… bring your coffee the pot is waiting for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trash was everywhere trash can was full and stunk there was no easy access to the water the grill in the pictures was not there and the fire pit was full of trash and around it. The bathhouse lights did not work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and quiet place to stay right beside the river. We had a great time. Host was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only stayed one night. Everything was clean and orderly. It’s close to a lot, but far enough away from the city environment. Great little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful location right on the water! Fabulous covered building separate from the house that overlooks the water. Everything you need for a small family. The only issue you had was communication was slow, Townsend is an amazing place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very welcoming place right on the river. The inside had everything we needed. Great little place. The fire pit was just perfect for an evening making s’mores. I just wish the fish was biting lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed this place very much! Very cute, everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great get away, right on the river and perfect for tubing and snorkeling. Would definitely stay here again, relax and watch the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. The pavilion overlooking the river is great. We saw plenty of waterfowl, and a mink.. Fishing was good as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well stocked.We did have to reset the router in order to have internet.The only issue I had was poor cell service, which I know they have no control over.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great lil stay! In a good location

The place is in a quiet neighborhood, the view of the little river is beautiful, and easy location to visit west side of the Smokey National park. The house is modest but clean, and the kitchen is surprisingly well stocked. The tvs are good and lastly the outdoor porch and set up is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Little River

Best of the property is outside. The covered outdoor area overlooking the river made it possible to overlook many issues inside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Yes, they made us feel welcome. They had nice amenities. Only thing we thought was that they need to take new pics. The pics make it look better then was. The pavilion was dirty with stuff all over. The porch looked like it hadn’t been swept for days. Other than that we had a nice time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

River peace!

Quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Just as described. We had everything necessary for our 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable place to stay.

It was very nice place, a beautiful crate to look at at. We were able to rest out on the porch. Listen to the sounds of the creatures and animals. And of course the beautiful sound of the water. I would love to come back again at another visit.Tjank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
This place could have been a more enjoyable experience had the owner provided steps down to the water. The picture of the river and bank is misleading. In pic, it looks like it’s easy to get to water;however, the bank of river is covered in big randomly placed rock that anybody could easily break an ankle. My dad and step mom got to where they didn’t want to go down to river anymore due to the obstacle course to get to it and get back up. I feel if that’s your main selling feature, there also needs to be safety features as well (like flagstone steps, or even a better arrangement of the current rocks) and be fully transparent on the accessibility of getting to water, not pictures that make it look like it’s easy to make it to the water, so that was disappointing. The water itself is great. Shallow enough for littles but also some deeper spots to wade in some The detached patio is nice with the grill and seating with view of water. I did ask a couple of questions which were ignored. I did love that it’s pet friendly, and the view of the river was great. Also, shower had great pressure and great hot water. location to grocery store and gas station is great as well. The accessibility to the water needs to be worked on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wish we could've stayed longer !

It was just as advertised just wish we had more time to spend , I made a mistake when I booked and only got it for one night by mistake! Dont be like me ! Other than that we had a blast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great spot!

The only reason I'm giving this place a less than perfect review is because there were dirty. I mentioned them to the owner, who assured me that it would be resolved for future guests. This house is great, on a beautiful property! We really enjoyed the outdoor pavilion and swimming in the river. It's about a half hour to Cades Cove, where we saw a few bears! I definitely recommend this spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Not worth it

Check in with terrible or codes went right The cleaning people was there was not expecting people to come the whole place was nasty had a odor in it the toilet wobbled kitchen chair almost collapsed on my lady I got bit in the face by some bug on the couch The driveway was awful to get in and out never will rent anything else from there A horrible weekend me and my lady made the best we could of it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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