10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
17 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Cabin
Cozy Cottage near National Park w/ Awesome Mountain Views! Extremely clean!
Cabin in Townsend with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6750 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Tuckaleechee Caverns
- Place, Laurel Valley Golf Course
- Place, Cades Cove
- Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Cottage near National Park w/ Awesome Mountain Views! Extremely clean!
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 a DVD player. There is a patio area outside the French doors. There is a panoramic mountain view all around the cabin. The yard surrounding the cabin is great for children to safely run and play. Our Rancher is a non-smoking cabin.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No Exceptions
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the front porch.
Important information
You need to know
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Townsend
Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Tuckaleechee Caverns and Dark Island Swinging Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cades Cove and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail. Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
- Laurel Valley Golf Course - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
- Cades Cove - 34 min drive - 26.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Apple Valley Cafe Express - 7 min drive
- Little River Pub And Deli - 6 min drive
- Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro - 7 min drive
- Towns End Coffee Co - 6 min drive
- The Dancing Bean - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
PALLAVI S.
4 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Smokey Mountain
PALLAVI S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Mary H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay B., Selma,NC
20 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Lindsay B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Crystal B.
4 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor day weekend
Crystal B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Fred J.
23 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Thank you for your clean and comfortable accommodations!
Fred J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey E.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ranch stay
Jeffrey E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James H.
16 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and clean house. Very quiet neighborhood. I was very pleased and happy with our stay here.
James H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan O.
17 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing!
Susan O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S.
17 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing hideaway in a great location
Tammy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Koral S.
24 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Mountain Cabin
Koral S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Johnathan M.
21 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Relaxing
Johnathan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
11 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Karen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcia
15 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Marcia
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meg I.
30 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene
Meg I.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
26 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin
Melissa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl D.
31 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Getaway
Cheryl D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
April B.
1 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cozy getaway
April B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer and John P., Hillsboro, USA
19 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Ranch Style
Jennifer and John P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael U.
16 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best in Townsend
Michael U.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leah R.
29 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023
Leah R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber H.
26 Sept, 2018
A Wonderful Place to Stay
Amber H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Ellen N., Sedgwick KS
28 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GSMNP
Ellen N.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Merica D.
19 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet side of the Smokies
Merica D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Varvara B.
1 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Varvara B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by 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!
Why they chose this property
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 property 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!
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