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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Overlooking the river
Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Townsend, TN
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
12 min walk
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
18 min walk
River Rage Go-Kart Track
Place, River Rage Go-Kart Track
3 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Riverfront | Dog Friendly•Hot Tub•½ Mile to GSMNP
A Little River Cabin. A Big Smoky Mountain Experience.
Wake up to the sound of the Little River and spend your days exploring the Great Smoky Mountains from one of Townsend's most convenient locations. The Little River Cabin is a charming, old-fashioned one-room cabin created for couples and solo travelers who want something simpler, quieter, and more memorable than a typical vacation rental.
Best of all, you're less than ½ mile from the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
YOUR PRIVATE RETREAT
Step inside and you'll find a cozy, open cabin centered around a comfortable king bed, classic log furnishings, and the unmistakable character of a traditional Smoky Mountain getaway.
The enclosed sunroom is one of the cabin's special spots. Sit with your morning coffee, enjoy a meal, read a book, or simply listen to the river and watch the world go by.
After a day in the mountains, step outside and soak in the private hot tub. Gather around the fire pit under the stars, or curl up beside the gas fireplace when you want a quiet evening indoors.
There's even an arcade game for a little extra fun.
THE SMOKYS ARE RIGHT OUTSIDE
The location makes it easy to spend less time driving and more time enjoying the mountains.
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance — less than ½ mile
• Cades Cove — approximately 9 miles
• Pigeon Forge — approximately 18 miles
• Dollywood — approximately 20 miles
• Gatlinburg & Sevierville — approximately 22 miles
Spend your days hiking, biking, fishing, tubing, wildlife watching, or exploring the historic roads and trails of the national park. Then come home to your own quiet corner of Townsend.
A TRUE SLOW-DOWN GETAWAY
The Little River Cabin isn't a giant resort cabin—and that's exactly the point.
It's a cozy, intimate retreat for two where the river, the mountains, the fireplace, the hot tub, and the simple pleasures of cabin life take center stage.
The cabin includes a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, cable TV, washer and dryer, outdoor charcoal grill, fire pit, private hot tub, and free parking.
Please note that this is a genuine one-room cabin with no separate bedroom and no dishwasher. The river is the star of the setting, and a campground is located across the river; it can be more visible during fall and winter when the leaves are down.
Come for the Smokies. Stay for the river. Leave relaxed.
Unbeatable Location:
Less than ½ mile to Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance
9 miles to the Cades Cove Loop
18 miles to Pigeon Forge
20 miles to Dollywood
22 miles to Gatlinburg & Sevierville
27 miles to Knoxville Airport
Good to Know Before You Book:
This is a studio-style, one-room cabin - with no separate bedroom. There is NO dishwasher. Lastly, a campground sits across the river and it may be more visible in fall/winter when leaves are off the trees.
House Rules & Policies:
Primary renter must be 25+
No parties or events
No smoking or drug use on the property
No fireworks
Parking area and entrance are under video surveillance
Signed rental agreement required prior to check-in
Check-in is anytime between 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
We are dog friendly!!! (Read Before Booking) 2 Dogs max with a $75 non-refundable fee. No aggressive breeds. Dogs must be spayed or neutered. Always clean up after your dog. Dogs are to remain off of all furniture and beds. Do not bathe dogs in sinks, tub/shower, or hot tub. Guest agrees to supervise dogs at all times and take necessary precautions to prevent damage or disturbance to the property, ensuring dogs are well-behaved, house-trained, and not a nuisance to neighbors, and never unattended in the home. Always crate (not provided) if you will be away. Dogs MUST be leashed at all times when outside of the home, and noise and disturbance must be limited. Dog owner is fully liable for any damages to the property and its furnishings caused by dog(s) and will be asked to pay full replacement costs of any damages. If dogs or any other animals are brought into home without prior approval or agreement, owners reserve the right immediately terminate reservation.
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Smoking is not permitted
Guest must complete sign rental agreement within 48 hours of booking. Check-in is between 4pm & 10pm FIRM. Quiet Hours between 10pm & 8am.
Guest booking must be 25 years or older. No parties or events. No Smoking or Drug use on property. No outdoor fires or fireworks on property.
Dogs allowed-up to 2 with fee of $75. Out of respect for our wonderful neighbors, quiet hours are between 10pm to 8am.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2704227vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Townsend
Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Ober Mountain and Gatlinburg SkyPark are popular area attractions. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
River Rage Go-Kart Track - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Cades Cove - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Sloppy Hog Saloon - 16 min drive
Peaceful Side Social - 5 min drive
The Townsend Abbey - 5 min drive
Burgermaster Drive-in - 17 min walk
The Heavenly Roast - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Little River Cabin | ½ Mile to Smokies + Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront | Dog Friendly•Hot Tub•½ Mile to GSMNP?
As of 7 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront | Dog Friendly•Hot Tub•½ Mile to GSMNP on 7 Feb, 2027 start from S$587, 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.
How much is parking at Little River Cabin | ½ Mile to Smokies + Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Little River Cabin | ½ Mile to Smokies + Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little River Cabin | ½ Mile to Smokies + Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Little River Cabin | ½ Mile to Smokies + Hot Tub located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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We loved the location, it is convenient to the park, restaurants and stores. Cabin is super cute , and it was very clean. We would definitely book again next time we are in the Smokies, and highly recommend.
It was a convenient location for a long weekend getaway to visit & learn about the Smoky Mountains. It was clean and very easy to settle in and relax. It was close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. From the cozy cabin to the hot tub and fire pit, it was more than we had hoped for. Quiet evenings spent stargazing and watching the river flow by. I Highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much, Thomas. It is great to hear you enjoyed!
Such a relaxing, peaceful location. Very nice log furniture, comfortable bed, and sitting areas. Had everything we needed to prepare meals. We enjoyed the sunroom with view of The Little River. Communication was tops! We look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review.
Loved staying at this cabin and we will definitely be back! It was so cute and had everything we needed. The washer and dryer was awesome. Our favorite part was the back porch it’s so gorgeous and looks out right over the river. We used the hot tub every night and it was hands down the cleanest and nicest hot tub we’ve had out of all the cabins we’ve stayed at before. Very peaceful and quiet area and close to everything in Townsend.
It was great little cabin on the river for our anniversary get away. They had plenty of the basic things needed for cooking. The host was super responsive to any questions prior to our stay as well. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2026
Thank you for booking your Anniversary getaway with us!
This lovely cabin was the perfect spot for a couple to explore the great Smoky Mountains, national Park, and surrounding area. It was very convenient to get to the national park. The cabin was very clean with all the necessary amenities. The hot tub in the evenings was wonderful for our sore muscles after hiking. It’s in a very peaceful area with a wonderful view. Would absolutely stay here again. And my wife says the furniture is super nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2026
Thanks Darren! We are so glad you and your wife enjoyed your stay.
Very nice little cabin. It was very clean. Convenient location that is easy to get to. The back patio was great. We loved sitting out there looking at the river. We will definitely return if we are in the area.
We had a wonderful stay! The cabin was in a quiet area with a beautiful sunroom that overlooked the river, yet it was convenient to Townsend and Cades Cove. We will definitely stay here again! Perfect for a couple's trip!
Very clean cabin, everything you would need to cook with was there, response to the property management was quick, no issues, was a very enjoyable quiet time and was able to unplug and enjoy watching the river on the closed in back porch, and got to watch some people tubing down the river, even tho it’s surrounded by other cabins and campgrounds it was quiet and relaxing! We loved the little river cabin!
A wonderful little gem in the peaceful foothills of the Smokies. This was our first trip to GSM and we'll be back. Townsend is the perfect launching point to experience the wonder and beauty of the landscape. The cabin is well provisioned and thoughtfully laid out providing the perfect balance of rustic comfort and efficiency. A touch or wand light or two under the kitchen cabinets to improve the lighting for cooking and cleaning up would be a simple and helpful improvement. Otherwise this is a little slice of heaven on the Little River that enhanced our trip giving us a peaceful place for relaxing after our daily adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2026
Thank you, Lorrie! We are so glad you chose our cabin for your first visit to the area!
Perfect cabin for father and son first trip to GSMNT. Right on the river with incredible views. Literal minutes away from the entrance and some popular waterfalls & hikes. Host communicated well & the town was friendly and also very close. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot for our first stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2026
Thank you for such a fun review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
The property was just as listed, and the property manager was extremely responsive and helpful. We found the setting to be lovely and perfect for a quiet weekend getaway. The cabin was charming, and we especially loved the sun room overlooking the river. It was very peaceful and relaxing. The proximity to Cade's Cove, waterfalls and hiking trails was wonderful. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you, Ashley. We would love to host you again!
Location was quiet and private. Hot Tub was clean, hot and ready to go. Kitchen was well stocked, bed comfy and the sun room was gorgeous. A couple of things would have improved the stay - a shovel or something to help manage the outside fire pit, a stacked washer/dryer and a couple of larger towels for the jacuzzi. The views of The Little River, the stars at night and the spring blooms were stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Tammie!
About the host
Hosted by Kristina
I love interior design & hosting our amazing guests! My husband, Chris, is a retired Air Force Chaplain who loves real estate.
After living throughout the country, both the Smoky Mountains & Navarre Beach have become very special to us. Our short-term rental journey has been full of challenges and blessings—and God has been faithful through it all. We feel fortunate to do what we love!
Whether you’re here to relax or explore, we and our A+ local team want to help make your stay unforgettable.
Languages:
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