The Rancher is a comfortable, convenient and cozy cabin. Its amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with 5 ft. trestle table in the dining area, washer & dryer, central heat & air, wood burning fireplace, two bedrooms, 1 bath, jacuzzi in one of the bedrooms, covered porch w/swing and rocker, covered carport and Weber charcoal grill. There is also a TV (w/cable hookup) and with a DVD player. There is a patio area outside the French doors with a picnic table. There is a panoramic mountain view all around the cabin. The yard surrounding the cabin is great for exercising pets or for children to safely run and play. Our Rancher is a non-smoking cabin.
Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage, Family & Pet Friendly, w/ Awesome Mountain View!
Townsend, TN, USA
- Cabin750 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum StayNone
NO STEPS or one step entrances, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, covered carport, on one acre.
Owner
Melody Gilbertson
Member Since 2012
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- Jun 18, 2018
About Melody Gilbertson
I have lived in Townsend for 35 years and it is definitely home for me. I grew up on a dairy farm in northwest Wisconsin so I have always enjoyed living in the country. To live in an area as beautiful as the Smokies is a true blessing which I try to never take for granted!
Melody Gilbertson purchased this Cabin in 2007
Why Melody Gilbertson chose Townsend
I purchased the Rancher cabin in 2007 but managed the renting of it before that. The acre it sits on adjoins my 7 1/2 acres so the location is perfect for me. I love that it has its own setting, yet is close for me to go clean it or show it to guests.
What makes this Cabin unique
The trees surrounding the cabin are outstanding in the spring - blossoms abound! There is a huge redbud tree, weeping cherry and bradford pear trees. In the fall you have the beautiful autumn colors to enjoy and in the summer the vibrant and lush greens. I never tire of the views of Rich Mountain behind and the Chilhowee Mtn. Range in front of the cabin. Sitting on the front porch swing and watching the horses in the small pasture in front of the cabin is so relaxing!
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Hot Tub
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 11 queen, Also has chest of drawers and closet
- Bedroom 21 queen, Also has chest of drawers and closet
- One bedroom has a jacuzzi in it - not a hot tub with chemicals and a heater in it, but the kind where you fill it with fresh water and turn on the jets to various speeds.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower, sink with vanity
Location Type
- Rural
- Mountain View
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Games
- Video Library
Outside
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleYou can get a wheelchair into the cabin through the French doors in back. It is difficult to bring the wheelchair into the bathroom however.
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Hot TubThere is a jacuzzi in one bedroom (not a hot tub with chemicals, but a jacuzzi where you use fresh water each time).
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- winery tours
- health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities
- walking
- horseback riding
- bird watching
- sight seeing
- sledding
- scenic drives
- miniature golf
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- Babysitter
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- hiking
- swimming
- fishing
- golf
- roller blading
- hunting
- fly fishing
- cycling
- mountain climbing
- rafting
- water tubing
- basketball court
- kayaking
- rock climbing
Notes
- One big plus to the Rancher cabin is that it doesn't have a steep driveway. You've got the mountains surrounding you but the drive to the cabin from Hwy. 321 (not quite 3 miles) is paved and has no steep grades. The driveway is gravel but is straight and there is easy accessibility to the cabin. There is just a slight uphill grade as you get closer to it. Guests always comment on how quiet and peaceful it is and how they love the country setting. Another feature inside the cabin is that there are two futons that make into full size beds in the living room.
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
13 Reviews
Wonderful4.9/5
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Amazing!!
5/5 Stayed Apr 2018
VICKY H.
The cottage itself is very nice and cozy.... the beds very comfortable, blankets and comforters are the softest I've ever experienced!! Lol The setting tho, is what makes it a winner.... beautiful.... peaceful... lovely. Melody, the owner is attentive and very sweet.
Submitted Apr 21, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you so very much for your excellent review. I sincerely appreciate your kind and positive words. I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay in my Rancher cabin. It was a pleasure meeting you! Take care and God bless, Melody
Cozy and Quiet
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
JanSmyrna, TN
If you are looking for a fancy place, this is not it....but...if you are looking for someplace that is clean, quiet, cozy and comfortable...this is it! Had everything we needed. I believe I could have sat the whole time on the front porch! Thanks for sharing the Rancher with us.
Submitted Jun 9, 2018
Will come again!
5/5 Stayed May 2018
Melody G.Townsend, TN
Great stay! Cabin was very clean and comfy and loved the mountain view. Very convenient to the National Park. Quiet, peaceful setting.
Submitted Jun 4, 2018
Great place
5/5 Stayed May 2018
Chad G.Chickamauga GA
Very easy to get to nice an quiet
Submitted May 20, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thanks so much for your review! I'm so glad that you enjoyed a quiet get away at my Rancher cabin. I hope that you will be able to come again sometime. Take care, Melody
Very nice and relaxing.
5/5 Stayed May 2018
Marilyn C.
Clean and comfortable. Especially enjoyed the front porch in the evenings.
Submitted May 19, 2018
A little dated but well maintained and clean
4/5 Stayed Dec 2017
The cabin was very clean and the owner was very nice and accommodating. It could use some updates, but other than that wonderful!
Submitted Jan 1, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you for your review. I appreciate your comments about the cabin being clean and well maintained. I and my daughter do all the cleaning and try to have the cabin as we'd want it to be if we were guests. I'm gradually doing updates as I am able to. I bought new futons in December and picked up some new chairs and a lamp recently. Next on my list will be a new TV and DVD player! I am also having some renovating done this winter, such as new carpeting, painting, bathroom vanity & fixtures etc. You will have to come again and see the upgrades!
Thank you so much for staying in the Rancher. I hope you have a wonderful New Year! Best Wishes, Melody
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Location
Townsend, TN, USA
The Rancher cabin is located in Dry Valley which lies at the base of the Rich Mountain range. Dry Valley is a lovely, peaceful area with farms and country residences. The Great Smoky Mtn. National Park is just minutes from the cabin. In fact, the primitive one-way Rich Mountain Road which comes out of Cades Cove is only about 3 miles away. The small town of Townsend, which is one of the entrances to the Natl. Park, is also just 3 miles away. Townsend offers a number of restaurants, gas stations, two grocery stores plus several smaller markets, and an automobile repair shop. It also has the Little River Railroad Museum, Heritage Center, craft shops, Horseback Riding Stables, Little River Heartland Wedding Chapel, Lily Barn (with acres of Day Lilies and flower walkways) and the Tuckaleechee Caverns. Townsend is also reknowned for its walking/biking trail which runs on both sides of the road for 4 miles toward the Park entrance. There are tunnels to go from one side to the other and the spectacular mountain and river views make using it a memorable experience. It is a fun and safe activity for families. There are also excellent concerts at the Heritage Center Amphitheater and Wood 'N Strings Dulcimer shop. Within 20 to 25 miles from the cabin are the towns of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. You can enjoy the famous Dollywood theme park, bumper boats, water parks, race cars, indoor sky-diving, mini-golf and a variety of gift and craft shops there. But the main attraction is the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. There are miles of hiking trails and also auto tours where you can enjoy the pristine forests, mountain streams and waterfalls. The ever popular Cades Cove is just on the other side of the mountain behind the cabin (Rich Mountain). It has an 11 mile loop road that takes you past original log cabins, churches, barns and a water powered mill. It is a drive into the past, giving you a sense of what life was like in the mountains over 100 years ago. The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is the most visited National Park in the United States and once you've been here you will understand why!
Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Additional guest fee
$10
The "base price" per night for two people is $105.00. Each additional person 13 yrs. old and up is $10.00 extra, children 4 through 12 are $5.00 extra per night and children under 4 are free. The sales tax of 14.75% is added to the cost of the cabin. Specials are offered during the off season and a monthly rental would be considered for Jan., Feb. or March. Contact owner for cost.