Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend!

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A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a stone fireplace.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a large bed with a quilt, a bedside table with a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A wooden building with a sign reading 'The Abbey' and a heart symbol on the tower.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Make yourself at home
    Guests love the comfortable living areas, perfect for unwinding.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

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)

Guest 1

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Guest 2

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Townsend

Townsend is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ober Mountain. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Hedgewood Gardens are also worth visiting.
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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 - 1.0 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend!?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend! on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$716, 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 Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private river access, at the gateway to the smokies in the heart of Townsend! located?

Situated in Townsend, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Townsend Visitor Center and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Dark Island Swinging Bridge are also within 10 minutes.

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. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Townsend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2026
Thanks for a wonderful review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great , easy to check in and vary comfortably
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2026
Thank you for your great review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was great! The location is 5 Star! The house is very clean and it is perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2026
Thank you for a wonderful review, so thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was gorgeous! It was so spacious and conveniently located to everything in Townsend. Me and my bridesmaids stayed here the night before my wedding and it was absolutely perfect. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, we are so thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Hope you can come back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and comfortable. We cooked breakfast most mornings and had decent cook ware. The location was great, very convenient to the grocery store and restaurants. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2026
Thank you for the great review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Do hope you come again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The size of the property and it's proximity to the GSMNP made it a slam dunk choice for our family. Great place to stay. It was clean, up to date, and adequately outfitted for our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, and the surrounding area! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house. Comfortable beds, felt right at home. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and do hope you come again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property layout…loved two eating areas. Screened porch was lovely. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was wonderful! Everything was immaculate. We will definitely be staying here again. Thank you! Wendy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, so thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Looking forward to having you come back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent property and I would recommend it to all. It is extremely clean and well maintained. The hosts were very helpful with any questions. An absolutely beautiful property. I would rate this property a 10 out of 10!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property for a quiet weekend away or as a base for touring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2026
Thank you for a great review, so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can come again in the future! Sheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has a great layout, was very very clean, and is only a short .2 mile walk to the river. This would be a great place to stay and ride bikes or walk to almost anywhere in Townsend. The home was well stocked, spacious, and had comfortable real furniture that was big enough to accommodate the number of travelers. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, so thrilled you enjoyed your stay and hope you come again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay at this home! Everything was clean, it was well stocked and a great location. I do wish the creek was a little closer than it was, but only because our two youngest grands thought it was to far of a walk even though it wasn't bad. Thanks for making our annual trip a great one and we plan on staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2026
Thanks for the great review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was wonderful and clean. You can tell that the owners have put a lot into the home updating it and making the place so comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Thank you for the great review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope you can come again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really liked this property. Everything was very clean and comfortable. We were able to cook in the kitchen and we loved the screened in back porch during sunset. It’s within walking distance to some of our favorite restaurants. The beds were comfortable and very clean and we had plenty of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review, so very glad you enjoyed your stay!! Hope you can come again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, clean rental in great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Thank you for sharing a great review, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as described. Very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very easy to communicate with. The house was beautifully decorated and cozy. Also, very well maintained and clean. Will definetly stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Looking forward to having you return in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and access to the river. The cutest and coziest place. Master was very spacious and had two bunk rooms with full/queen bottoms and a sun room! Couldn’t ask for more. Will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you for a wonderful review! We are so thrilled you enjoyed your stay, looking forward to having you return in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family was in town for my nephew's college graduation from nearby Maryville. We were very pleased with the property. We said if we visit near the area again, we would love to stay at the property again. It was clean and located near everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The only reason there is a three star anywhere here is because the outside photo on the listing was a log and stone building, which this was not. But the stay was incredible. The house was immaculately clean, conveniently located, and the host was fantastic (even in the face of last minute adjustments due to a medical emergency in my household). I will definitely be back when time permits!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you for a wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and do hope you can come again! Please let us know where the picture is of the front of the property being log and stone. We want to clear up any confusion right away!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautufully furnished with all of the comforts of home. There is a screened in porch just off of the back bedroom where you can sit and relax peacefully and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Spacious, open living room with fireplace that has attached dining room. Good sized, eat in kitchen that is fully equipped if you want to prepare your own meals. If you want to eat out there are lots of good places to be found in Townsend and Wears Valley. You are right in the middle of it all! There is so much to do and explore! We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Townsend on the quieter side of the Smokies. It was nice to have close access to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg and the Mountains, but so nice to be able to retreat to this wonderful home away from home. We will definitely come back again! Thank you for providing a wonderful place for us to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review, so glad you enjoyed your stay at the “Little River Retreat”, come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope you come again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very clean. Even though it was a duplex, it was very quiet. Easy access to Cades Cove. It was a well laid out property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay at the Little River Retreat! How could we make it possible to earn a five star review? How can we improve in the future? Sheryl Hobbs Owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is clean and spacious. Townsend is a cute town and we really enjoyed staying there. The bedrooms were spacious and everything was so nice. The proximity to the GSM was a huge plus. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2026
Thank you for a wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope you can come again in the future!
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