2BR "Riverside" Cabin Overlooking the "Little River" in Townsend,TN Family Owned

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Townsend, TN

Townsend Visitor Center
‪4 min drive‬
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
‪5 min drive‬
Dark Island Swinging Bridge
‪5 min drive‬
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Main Floor

1 King Bed

Upper Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Our "RIVERSIDE" Log Cabin ( May 2021 )can provide you with a Smoky Mountain family vacation, a romantic honeymoon, or a perfect mountain getaway. You will enjoy privacy, comfort, and convenience in a beautiful log home overlooking The Little River in Townsend.

Our cabin is overlooking The Little River in the heart of Townsend, Tennessee, the most laid-back and relaxing community in the Great Smoky Mountains. Also known as 'The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.' Just 2-miles from your cabin door lies the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and scenic Cades Cove.

This cabin is family owned and operated and is a part of Cabins on Little River , LLC We provide personal service making sure every need is to your satisfaction. Our family has lived and grown up in the Townsend area all of our lives. We look forward to meeting you and helping make our cabin your perfect vacation getaway for years to come.

Richard & Yvonne Carnes and Family

* View our 3BR / 2 Bath "Fishin Hole" Log Home Overlooking the Little River at
www.vrbo.com/10788 or search Cabins on Little River *

*** 2025 TWRA TENTATIVE TROUT STOCKING SCHEDULE FOR LITTLE RIVER in TOWNSEND, TN Right in FRONT of our "Riverside" Cabin !!!

FEBRUARY 23rd
MARCH 9TH & 23rd
APRIL 6th & 20th
MAY 4th & 18th
JUNE 1st
OCTOBER 12th, and 26th

YOU CAN CATCH A NON-STOP FLIGHT FROM 32 CITIES TO KNOXVILLE AIRPORT
Enter (TYS ) for Knoxville Airport Code! WE ARE ONLY 25 MINUTES FROM THE AIRPORT via Hwy. 321
Visit https://flyknoxville.com/nonstop-flights for info.

*** Property and Cancellation Policies :
Due to our small size, cancellations and changes made to arrival and departure dates affect us significantly. Therefore, we adhere to a strict cancellation policy, we recommend vacation rental insurance. Travelers who cancel at least 60 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid. If you cancel after that point, you will not get a refund.

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Richard Carnes - Cabins on Little River

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

60-Day Written Cancellation Policy. In the event of cancellation, a refund of deposit (minus $100.00 Re-Booking Fee) will be made.

We do not allow our cabin to be used as a meeting place for Groups, Reunions,or Weddings. Any such gatherings,will violate signed renters’ agreement.

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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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is on the waterfront. 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

River Rage Go-Kart Track - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪Townsend Abbey - ‬7 min walk
‪The Artistic Bean - ‬4 min drive
‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2BR "Riverside" Cabin Overlooking the "Little River" in Townsend,TN Family Owned pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2BR "Riverside" Cabin Overlooking the "Little River" in Townsend,TN Family Owned?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2BR "Riverside" Cabin Overlooking the "Little River" in Townsend,TN Family Owned?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 2BR "Riverside" Cabin Overlooking the "Little River" in Townsend,TN Family Owned located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Tube Junction are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Mar 3, 2025

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

Peaceful!

Love the location, love the view, love the peacefulness, love the little town! Great cabin with lovely amenities. Fantastic hosts!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tiffany a.

Dec 8, 2024

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

Perfect for us

This cabin was the perfect size for us and a great location to all the fun activities! One suggestion to the host is maybe having some blankets handy. Already booked another stay for the summer.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len R.

Oct 24, 2024

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

Quiet Getaway

The cabin is cozy with a smart floor plan. The kitchen was good sized and very functional compared to a lot of cabins in the area. The concrete area by the creek was the primary reason we chose to stay here and the small rapids downstream gave just enough white noise to make evenings on the river perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Sep 25, 2024

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

Beautiful, clean, well appointed cabin

My sister and I enjoyed our stay at the Riverside Cabin. Richard answered all of our questions quickly and it was great communicating with a person and not someone completely unconnected with the house! It had everything we needed, was extremely clean and comfortable. Also close to anything you want to do in Townsend or a short beautiful drive to Pigeon Forge or the GSMNP. Thank you, Richard!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael d.

Sep 24, 2024

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

vacation

relaxing

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Sep 16, 2024

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

Clean and quiet

Great getaway. The host was excellent, the property was clean and well maintained. We enjoyed the quiet peacefulness of the house.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Sep 13, 2024

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

Little River tranquility

This is a perfect cozy cabin for 2 couples. It was nice and clean. We appreciated the comfortable king-size bed in both bedrooms. The deck looking out to the river was great, and the hottub was clean. It took 40 to 45 to drive to Gatlinburg. It was definitly worth the drive to be out of hubbub at such a peaceful cabin by the river. I never know what is provided when I rent a VRBO. There were plenty of pots and pans and coffee makers, etc. Error on the side of caution and bring your own kitchen aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc. There is a grocery close by for anything you forget.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura t.

Sep 2, 2024

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

Little pigeon River

Great place to stay. Enjoyed our visit to Townsend. Can’t wait to visit again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

Aug 10, 2024

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

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja l.

Jul 30, 2024

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

Just what we needed!

Everything was perfect! Stocked with Everything you need, great beds and the hot tub looking over the little river was great! Communication top notch!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Jun 22, 2024

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

Great Cabin!

This cabin was perfect for what we were looking for. It's definitely on the quiet side of the Smokeys but within a short distance of the excitement of Pigeon Forge. The cabin was very clean and Mr. Carnes was great at responding back to answer any questions. We truly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Jun 3, 2024

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

Perfect spot in Townsend!

Perfect location, close to everything in Townsend yet feels secluded and peaceful. Riverside access is wonderful, was my wife's favorite daily activity! About a million fireflies at night, just a great stay. Cabin is clean and comfortable, well-appointed. We loved it!

Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

May 7, 2024

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

Off the beaten path

Our stay at the Riverside cabin was a much needed getaway. The cabin was clean and had a great view of the river, allowing me to try a little fly fishing. With it being on the other side of the river from Townsend, there was less traffic noise and people to deal with and still allowed quick access to town. Just outside of Cades Cove we were able to enjoy the wildlife and hiking everyday. Thanks for a wonderful stay !!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

Apr 21, 2024

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

Loved this cabin and the area!

Beautiful clean cabin right on the Little River. Very quiet and serene! Cant wait for our next visit. Lots of things to do in the area, many restaurants, and nearby grocery store. Drove up to Brushy State penitentiary for a visit- very cool!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Apr 6, 2024

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

Awesome

The owner did a great job!! He texted us making sure everything was good and the location was perfect!! Easy to get to and just perfect!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

Apr 3, 2024

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

Very peaceful and family friendly

It’s a wonderful short drive to the hustle and bustle of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. After a long day at Dollywood go back to peace and quiet, go fly fish the river and regain sanity, lol. Townsend is right around the corner with a few wonderful restaurants and an IGA for some grocery’s if needed. The Little River Fly shop is a must visit for fisherman. We’ll be back 110%!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Mar 31, 2024

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

Beautiful cabin

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin it was beautiful, very clean, and well taken care of. Looking forward to returning again soon.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kraig D.

Mar 16, 2024

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

Relaxation on the River

Amazing Cabin with everything you need for a peaceful vacation. Love the location, near everything but just far enough away.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawson M.

Oct 2, 2023

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

Very nice!!!!

Very nice view and very pretty cabin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Sep 16, 2023

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

Girls Weekend

Perfect location and cabin for our girls weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A.

Sep 11, 2023

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

Beautiful cabin, beautiful location!

Loved being right on the Little River! We stayed in August and the cabin was perfect for 4 adults (my spouse, my parents, and me). This is the cleanest property we have ever experienced. It has a well equipped kitchen, the beds are very comfortable, and there was plenty of seating for all of us both inside and out on the porch overlooking the river. The directions to the cabin were spot on and Richard checked in with us the first morning to make sure everything was as we expected. Check out instructions were simple and not excessive like some places we've stayed, which we appreciated since we left before 7 a.m. If I could buy this cabin, I would. Thank you Richard, we had a great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie I., Where do you live?

Aug 1, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fabulous view

Overall we were so excited when we pulled up and saw that we had a view of the river and river access. So many things to do without even getting in your car, lots of great ideas from the owner of a few local spots that we would have missed, many memories made💕

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Jul 16, 2023

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

I didn’t want to leave!

If you love to sit by a beautiful river on your own private river access landing AND want a totally updated beautiful cabin AND want to be close to the Smokey Mountain Park, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Fork this cabin has everything you need. One thousand stars!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

May 30, 2023

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

Peaceful riverside cabin!

The cabin is beautiful and well maintained. Perfect location on the river. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

May 26, 2023

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

Great cabin!

Very cute cabin. Well-stocked kitchen. Beautiful river view/access.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Carnes - Cabins on Little River

The "Carnes Family " Lifelong Townsend residents "On thePeaceful Side of the Smokies" Our " Riverside " cabin overlooking the Little River in Townsend is part of Cabins on Little River , LLC in Townsend, TN

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Main Floor

Upper Loft Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Upper Bath

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