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Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim *

Cabin near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Townsend

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Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Townsend

On river.Your stay at this Townsend cabin places you within a 10-minute walk of Dark Island Swinging Bridge and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tube Junction - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim *

Experience the perfect Smoky Mountains getaway at River Bluff an adorable little cabin located on the Little River in Townsend. With access to over 700 ft of private river frontage, you can fish, swim, or tube the Little River. Just a short walk across the famous swinging bridge to explore all that Townsend has to offer. Conveniently located just 2 mi from the Great Smoky Mountains Nat'l Park and a quick drive to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. This place has it all!

Nestled directly on the banks of the Little River, this cozy cabin provides the ultimate escape for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the tranquil sounds of the rushing water, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the soothing melody of birdsong. Walk down the steps to the river level and feel the cool water rushing past your toes, or cast your line and reel in a catch of the day. During the summer, watch as the colorful tubes float by, carrying happy vacationers down the river.

The cabin itself boasts modern amenities and stylish decor, making it the perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure. Newly updated appliances ensure that mealtime is a breeze, while the plush king bed promises a restful night's sleep. Start your day with a cup of coffee on the deck, overlooking the rushing river, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Enjoy a delicious barbecue on the charcoal grill or curl up on the deck with a good book. Stay connected with high-speed Xfinity wifi (200mpbs) and cable, or simply unplug and embrace the peace and quiet. With access to 700 feet of private river frontage on the property, you'll have plenty of space to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Located just a short walk from town and only two miles from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, this cabin offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a little bit of both, this Little River cabin is the ideal destination for your next getaway.

During your stay, you will have access to the entire cabin, as well as the 18-acre property it is situated on. We encourage you to explore and enjoy the beautiful surroundings, while being mindful of the other homes and guests on the property. Please respect their privacy and maintain a respectful distance from the other homes during your stay.

We are committed to ensuring you have a wonderful stay at our villa, and will be available to assist you throughout your visit. For non-emergency inquiries, we recommend communicating with us through Airbnb Messenger for a prompt response. In case of an emergency, you may text or call us, and we will do our best to address the situation promptly. Thank you for choosing our villa, and we look forward to being your hosts.

Townsend is a little gem hidden in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and is known as "the peaceful side of the Smokies". This little cabin is located in a gated retreat owned by us! Our retreat consists of 4 vacation rentals plus our primary home on 7 riverfront acres. Townsend has two famous swinging bridges that cross The Little River, one of which connects directly to our property, which means you can walk right across into the heart of town! Excellent food, local craft beer, chocolate, pancakes, and art all within a short distance!! Trout fishing and tubing the river are extremely popular, and we are just 2 mi. from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and only 12 mi from the famous Cades Cove where you can get a glimpse of history and may catch some really neat wildlife while you're at it. Of course, if you wake up early enough, you may easily see an eagle or two fishing the river from the house! If everything that Townsend has to offer isn't quite enough to please everyone, we are just an easy 30 minute drive to Pigeon Forge and 45 min. to Gatlinburg with endless family entertainment.

To ensure a peaceful and enjoyable stay for all guests, parties are strictly prohibited on the property. However, we welcome friends/family-style gatherings and get-togethers, as long as they are conducted in a respectful and considerate manner. We kindly ask that you refrain from any rowdy behavior or excessive noise that may disturb the tranquility of the surroundings or disrupt the enjoyment of other guests.

For the comfort of all our guests, we do not allow pets on the property. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but hope you understand our commitment to providing a clean and allergen-free environment for everyone to enjoy.
No washer/dryer on site
To make a reservation, the minimum booking age is 24 years old.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No smoking (inside or within 100 ft) — $1,000 fee if violated. No pets unless registered service animals — $500 fee if violated. Late check-out with

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * to the airport?

This cabin is 23.8 mi (48-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim *?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim *?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim *?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * to downtown Townsend?

This cabin is 0.3 mi away from Townsend.

Charming Riverfront Cabin* EV Chrg * Fish * Swim * Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin and the hosts are very informative! Prompt response to any questions that I had and it was just an overall great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! Everything was great and so clean! Loved the stream by the cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

wonderful stay

So relaxing. The hot tub and sitting by the river. Cabin was exactly as it was described. We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall A.

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

Beautiful location

Had a great time, beautiful location, cabin was clean and organized, great communication
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy and clean cabin. Door lock was kind of finicky but owner was responsive and got the issue resolved quickly. We really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin we stayed in was a very calming place to stay. And we enjoyed every minute of our stay. Townsend is one of the hidden places to stay. The owners of the cabins are very nice. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location for a quick getaway! Quiet location. We spent the afternoon and evenings on the porch watching the river flow by and playing Dominoes. Cabin was clean and the kitchen was small but very functional. We would certainly stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHERIE K.

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

Beautiful place...

This was a great location! Super quiet yet 5 minutes to town...stocked with everything needed plus more, and right on the water...will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon L.

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

Great Stay

Everything was amazing. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. Would 100% stay here again if I’m ever back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlene P.

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

February visit

We enjoyed our stay so much and the weather was so nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was absolutely perfect. Great location, just as described. The hot tub was new and clean and the water was hot like it should be. The river was so peaceful. We had a campfire each night and thoroughly enjoyed the wildlife, views, the Great Smokey’s and the town of Townsend. The owners were quick to respond to any questions and provided great and thorough information. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron D.

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

Excellent!

The hosts are amazing! The cleanliness is top notch!! This was our second time staying and we are already looking forward to going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel j.

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

Great private cabin

Very nice and quiet. River was so close and relaxing. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Peaceful and convenient!

Easy to find, remote enough that we were able to decompress, but only 10 minutes from the grocery store. Well equipped, great porch, perfect hot tub, and right on the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald and Judy C.

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

Right on the river

Very clean and comfortable cabin right on the river with easy access to the Smokies. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody F.

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

Awesome cabin on the river

We really enjoyed our stay at the River Bluff. Everything was wonderful and the host were awesome people to meet. We felt like we were at home away from home. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audis L.

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

59th Wedding Anniversary Getaway

Secluded, quiet getaway cabin for two. Local attractions close by and several excellent dining options.. Perfect if you want to avoid the congestion of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Szu-Wei D.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Location

My husband and I loved this cabin. The location is beautiful and quiet, right on the river with all the thoughtful amenities one can want. We have a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Couple’s getaway

Perfect place for a quiet, relaxing getaway. The cabin was decorated for Christmas and had all the small touches. It was super clean and communication from the host was excellent. We’ll definitely stay here again when in Townsend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell C.

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

Waters edge

Great location for relaxing or going to town
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Enjoyable Place to Stay

Very clean, comfortable, well equipped and convenient to GSMNP. The only real problem was very non-responsive communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent A.

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

Amazing property

Gorgeous property right on the little pigeon river that's away from the heavy traffic of gatlinburg and an extremely short drive from cades cove. 100% recommend this cabin and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Just as Advertised

Loved the location and the feeing of solitude we had despite being so close to town and the park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sidney L.

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

Cabin

Beautiful farm, cabin was perfect Awesome river
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Best location & accurate description

The location of cabin was even better than we expected. Clean, neat & everything we could need. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023