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River Access ☀Easy Access ☀Hot Tub ☀Sleeps 4 ☀Well Equipped
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Townsend, TN
- Place, Laurel Valley Golf Course5 min drive
- Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum5 min drive
- Place, Townsend Visitor Center5 min drive
- Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Upstairs Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
River Access ☀Easy Access ☀Hot Tub ☀Sleeps 4 ☀Well Equipped
★Direct River Access & Fishing
★Wood Burning fireplace
★Hot Tub
★Free WIFI
★Washer/Dryer
★Fully Equipped Kitchen
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Cabin Name: River Escape
"River Escape" is a beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom cabin located on Little River in Townsend, TN. Known as "The Peaceful Side of the Smokies," Townsend sits next to the national park and is only minutes away from Cades Cove, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
River Escape offer an extra large hot tub, river view, free wifi, YouTube TV, fully equipped kitchen and a wood burning fireplace.
This cabin is located on an easily accessible, quiet street and sits right next to Little River giving you waterfront property that is 2nd to none. Right from the cabin, you can fish, swim or go tubing.
There are so many things to do in Townsend and the national park including hiking, tubing, biking, fishing, browsing the various shops, visiting Cades Cove, picnicking, swimming, visiting the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center and attending the various festivals/shows. After a busy day of sightseeing, you'll love returning to the warmth and comfort of "River Escape" and relaxing on the back porch or soaking in the large tub overlooking Little River.
We do not accept pets in any of the cabins without specific written approval from management. Only those dogs that have specific and formal training as a SERVICE dog will be allowed in our cabins. Emotional support animals are not accepted.
IMPORTANT: Out of respect for the holidays and our employees, we do NOT allow ANY check-ins or outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day
Check-In:
*3 pm - there is NO check-in office, you go straight to the cabin
Check-Out:
*10 am - Please follow our checkout guidelines.
Fireplaces:
*On During: October 1st - April 1st
Common Concerns:
*Road Conditions: Some of our cabins are on steep, narrow, curvy, mountain roads. If you are concerned about road conditions to get to a cabin, please feel free to ask us! None of our cabins requires a 4-wheel drive under normal weather conditions, but some do in inclement weather.
*TV & WiFi: We do have TVs and WiFi in most of our cabins. There are times when heavy cloud cover, weather systems, mountains, or trees will cause problems with the signals. We always want our guests to have the comforts they want on vacation, but there are times we cannot control this problem.
*Pests & Wildlife: Here in the Smoky Mountains, we have lots of native bugs and wildlife. All of our cabins are treated for pests, but there are times you will find bugs or even have trouble with bugs. Fall/Winter is ladybug season in the Smokies, and these little buggers are attracted to heat, meaning your cabin and every other one out there that is warm! They will swarm to the cabin, and you'll probably see them alive/dead on windowsills, in vents, etc. Rest assured that your cabin has regular pest control and is professionally cleaned, including bug removal, before and after your stay. However, these bugs come back right away, and unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done about them until the season passes. Please never feed, taunt, or approach any wildlife. This is their home, and we are the visitors.
*There are no refunds for storms or power outages. If there is a power outage, there will be no water and potentially no heat. Storms can also make roads impassable, so if a storm is in the forecast during your reservation, come prepared with water and non-perishable food, etc.
FEES: The management company of this cabin charges a $20 per stay Damage Waiver Fee to every customer. It is automatically included in your rate. This covers our guests for up to $350 worth of accidental damage should damage occur during their stay. If damage occurs to the cabin, furnishings, etc, please report it to management as soon as possible so that the damage can be repaired. You may opt out of paying the $20 damage waiver fee by putting down a $350 REFUNDABLE damage deposit.
✨ Peace of Mind & Travel Insurance:
I want your stay to be stress-free and enjoyable. Please note that this home has a strict cancellation policy. Because life can be unpredictable, we encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance for extra peace of mind. This way, you can book with confidence knowing you’re protected no matter what comes up. This can be done at www.insuremytrip.com where you can pick the coverage that suits your situation.
★Wood Burning fireplace
★Hot Tub
★Free WIFI
★Washer/Dryer
★Fully Equipped Kitchen
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Cabin Name: River Escape
"River Escape" is a beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom cabin located on Little River in Townsend, TN. Known as "The Peaceful Side of the Smokies," Townsend sits next to the national park and is only minutes away from Cades Cove, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
River Escape offer an extra large hot tub, river view, free wifi, YouTube TV, fully equipped kitchen and a wood burning fireplace.
This cabin is located on an easily accessible, quiet street and sits right next to Little River giving you waterfront property that is 2nd to none. Right from the cabin, you can fish, swim or go tubing.
There are so many things to do in Townsend and the national park including hiking, tubing, biking, fishing, browsing the various shops, visiting Cades Cove, picnicking, swimming, visiting the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center and attending the various festivals/shows. After a busy day of sightseeing, you'll love returning to the warmth and comfort of "River Escape" and relaxing on the back porch or soaking in the large tub overlooking Little River.
We do not accept pets in any of the cabins without specific written approval from management. Only those dogs that have specific and formal training as a SERVICE dog will be allowed in our cabins. Emotional support animals are not accepted.
IMPORTANT: Out of respect for the holidays and our employees, we do NOT allow ANY check-ins or outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day
Check-In:
*3 pm - there is NO check-in office, you go straight to the cabin
Check-Out:
*10 am - Please follow our checkout guidelines.
Fireplaces:
*On During: October 1st - April 1st
Common Concerns:
*Road Conditions: Some of our cabins are on steep, narrow, curvy, mountain roads. If you are concerned about road conditions to get to a cabin, please feel free to ask us! None of our cabins requires a 4-wheel drive under normal weather conditions, but some do in inclement weather.
*TV & WiFi: We do have TVs and WiFi in most of our cabins. There are times when heavy cloud cover, weather systems, mountains, or trees will cause problems with the signals. We always want our guests to have the comforts they want on vacation, but there are times we cannot control this problem.
*Pests & Wildlife: Here in the Smoky Mountains, we have lots of native bugs and wildlife. All of our cabins are treated for pests, but there are times you will find bugs or even have trouble with bugs. Fall/Winter is ladybug season in the Smokies, and these little buggers are attracted to heat, meaning your cabin and every other one out there that is warm! They will swarm to the cabin, and you'll probably see them alive/dead on windowsills, in vents, etc. Rest assured that your cabin has regular pest control and is professionally cleaned, including bug removal, before and after your stay. However, these bugs come back right away, and unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done about them until the season passes. Please never feed, taunt, or approach any wildlife. This is their home, and we are the visitors.
*There are no refunds for storms or power outages. If there is a power outage, there will be no water and potentially no heat. Storms can also make roads impassable, so if a storm is in the forecast during your reservation, come prepared with water and non-perishable food, etc.
FEES: The management company of this cabin charges a $20 per stay Damage Waiver Fee to every customer. It is automatically included in your rate. This covers our guests for up to $350 worth of accidental damage should damage occur during their stay. If damage occurs to the cabin, furnishings, etc, please report it to management as soon as possible so that the damage can be repaired. You may opt out of paying the $20 damage waiver fee by putting down a $350 REFUNDABLE damage deposit.
✨ Peace of Mind & Travel Insurance:
I want your stay to be stress-free and enjoyable. Please note that this home has a strict cancellation policy. Because life can be unpredictable, we encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance for extra peace of mind. This way, you can book with confidence knowing you’re protected no matter what comes up. This can be done at www.insuremytrip.com where you can pick the coverage that suits your situation.
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Amenities
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the neighborhood
Townsend
Located in Townsend, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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.

Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Laurel Valley Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
- Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Peaceful Side Social - 8 min drive
- Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - 10 min drive
- The Townsend Abbey - 7 min drive
- The Artistic Bean - 8 min drive
- Apple Valley Cafe Express - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debra T.
Sep 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Debra T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica D.
Jul 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Jessica D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place on the Little River
Tim H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin R.
Feb 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay
Kevin R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
David W. T.
Aug 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A River’s view
David W. T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Derek K.
Mar 22, 2018
Nice Cabin right on Little River
Derek K.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Patty P.
Oct 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing cabin by the river
Patty P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bobby C.
Jul 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Bobby C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
Mar 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Escape
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bre W.
Dec 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin getaway!
Bre W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wendi
Sep 10, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wendi
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
May 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Brenda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jana P.
Jul 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin
Jana P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy G.
May 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Escape
Nancy G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Nov 8, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
River escape too close to highway
Verified traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Jeanie B.
Jun 25, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
room for improvement
Jeanie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Daniel R.
Nov 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Mountain Trip
Daniel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Judy W.
Oct 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful cabin.
Judy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
Apr 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Michael D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Glenda K.
Apr 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
Glenda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Mar 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Cabin next to the River
David S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lyssa M.
Jan 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Lyssa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lauren P.
Jan 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Lauren P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Johnny T.
Jan 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love it
Johnny T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
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