Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin

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A wooden cabin with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a view of a lush green landscape.
A riverside view with a stone bridge, a grassy area, and a cabin with a blue roof.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a red armchair, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy attic bedroom with wooden walls, a sloped ceiling, and a bed with a blanket and pillows.
A wooden deck leading to a covered area with a view of a river and trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is on a river. Ober Mountain is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Hedgewood Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 2 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin on Nov 16, 2026 start from $215, 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.

What time is check-in at Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. River Rage Go-Kart Track and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for the Townsend Highland Games. The cabin was an excellent location for our needs. The kids loved the river. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & very peaceful!! Loved sitting on the porch & having a fire by the river. Beds were very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner very helpful and responsive. Property is quiet and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We brought our bikes and the location made it so easy to hop on and ride around Townsend all day. The porch swings were also great to sit on during the day and watch the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been coming up here for years and this by far has been our favorite cabin to stay in. It is centrally located to everything, well-appointed with all the amenities you need for a comfortable relaxing stay regardless of the season. We will definitely be coming back, again and again.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! Cutest little cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the cabin! There were places to eat and grocery close by. The kitchen had lots of items and utensils to cook with. The hosts was very responsive. The place was very clean and inviting. We loved the porch swings and was so relaxing to sit and listen to the river. Lots of wildlife around to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We loved the cabin and location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen fully equipped and cabin very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Wonderful cabin! Close to everything in Townsend . Clean and so comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was awesome and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great porch to relax on and watch the water. Townsend is always a great area to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place.

3 nights in Townsend. Centrally located right on the river with easy access to GSMNP.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cozy, sound of the river was intoxicating! Swinging on the porch was wonderful. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Location!

Amazing views, relaxing atmosphere, clean and exactly what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was beautiful, right on the water! Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Owners were responsive to any questions/concerns we had. Overall a fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Cabin in Townsend!

Cozy, comfy, BEAUTIFUL! I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Callahan First Baptist

Great location in Townsend city limits. Close to events, dinner outlets and the entrance to mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

I would recommend this cabin to anyone. It was very clean and perfect location. We enjoyed the porch every night - watching the river and geese. I would give this cabin 10+ out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice place and quiet

Cleaning people need to a better job,but therefore nice cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice

We loved the location. It was very quiet and peaceful. It was very warm upstairs so bring fans.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cabin on the River

There was 4 brothers and our sister on our 3rd annual sibling vacation in the Smoky Mountains. The swings on the back porch watching and listening to the Little River was our favorite evening experience. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Loved the porch and river. So relaxing. Enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rippling Waters EXCELLENT LOCATION

We spent 4 nights at the Rippling Waters cabin on the Little River in Townsend. Excellent location on River, very close to Wears Valley Road, the Townsend bike path, IGA grocery store and the hardware store. Plenty of room for our big family ! Will look to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely location next to river

Loved the location so close to the National Park/Cades Cove which we visited daily. The accommodations were comfortable and afforded us with everything we needed. An added bonus was enjoying a fire in the cabin in the evenings. Owners were responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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