Townsend is home to this vacation home. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tuckaleechee Caverns and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Hedgewood Gardens are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Peaceful Side Social - 11 min drive
The Townsend Abbey - 10 min drive
Burgermaster Drive-in - 12 min drive
The Artistic Bean - 11 min drive
The Riverstone Restaurant - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7?
As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 on Nov 10, 2026 start from $253, 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.
Is Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 located?
Situated in Townsend, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
House is old but expected.We had a very relaxing week and the house was more than what we expected.Wonderful views. Loved how the house had the backstory and the history of the property in the house.We will be returners.
We really enjoyed our stay in this old schoolhouse! It is filled with interesting information about its history and various occupants. There are several binders filled with pictures and stories from previous guests, which I spent a long time reading.The place does suffer from some age-related issues. The floor is uneven in places, and one of the breakers in the circuit box seems to trip randomly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amy B.
Jul 9, 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not as Pictured
First, the location and views are great. But pictures have to be from a decade ago. There needs to be updates and upgrades and the house needs to be leveled (like walking on a ship).
Cleaning and upkeep of the property really needs to be improved as well We come to the Smokies often. This would have been the worst rental, except for the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review
4/10 Poor
eric k.
Jul 6, 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Old school
The first thing we noticed when we pulled up is that there is absolutely no privacy . You share a driveway with the house immediately next door . There is a house directly behind the house the house immediately behind the house into the left and a house immediately below the house to the right . When you park your car you're actually closer to the neighbor's house then you are to the place you're renting. Like I said no privacy . Lovely hot tub on the deck , if you don't mind the neighbors watching you in it . There were roaches. The porches look like they have never been cleaned. The grill look like it had never been cleaned. When we cooked in the kitchen it smelled like bug poison . We knew when we rented that it was an old school house but there is a difference between rustic and nasty.
Beautiful place to stay. Very comfortable and they provide everything you need to cook with. The jacuzzi tub could use a privacy panel and it would have been better, for the hot tub to be under a shelter, as it rained everyday, but we really did enjoy our trip.
Great rustic cottage. Wonderful to have two showers for our family to use. The floor does slant because of age of the home so be careful if you are someone with balance issues.