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River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly

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River Bend
River View
Hot tub overlooking river
Love seat & gas fireplace
Jacuzzi Bathtub

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, River Rage Go-Kart Track
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly

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Cabin Name: River Bend

Need a getaway? You will love this adorable little cabin built just for two. River Bend is located on a cul de sac and right next to Little River. Just imagine, sitting on your deck, watching and hearing Little River flowing by. It's a great place to relax and rejuvenate your soul!!

"River Bend" is a cozy, romantic studio cabin located on Little River in Townsend, TN. Known as "The Peaceful Side of the Smokies," Townsend sits next to the national park and is only minutes away from Cades Cove, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.

This studio cabin has everything in one room. In one corner there is a fully equipped kitchen (minus dishwasher) and dining set. The living room with a gas fireplace & cable TV sits in another corner. The whirlpool bath is in one corner with the comfy king size bed. The other corner is the private bathroom.

The back deck features a private hot tub and BBQ grill.

This cabin is located on an easily accessible, quiet circle and sits right next to Little River giving you waterfront property that is 2nd to none. From the back deck of the cabin, you can see the river and hear it rushing by. There is river access at a common space about 50 yards down. Right from the common area of the property, you can fish, swim or go tubing.

There are so many things to do in Townsend and the national park including hiking, tubing, biking, fishing, browsing the various shops, visiting Cades Cove, picnicking, swimming, visiting the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center and attending the various festivals/shows. After a busy day of sightseeing, you'll love returning to the warmth and comfort of "River Bend" and relaxing on the back porch overlooking Little River. There is also a bonfire pit for your enjoyment.

FOR OUR PET FRIENDLY VISITORS:

PETS MUST BE APPROVED BY MANAGEMENT PRIOR TO RESERVATION. We reserve the right to refuse any pet at any time. We would like for you and your family (including the four legged members) to have the best vacation ever and appreciate your willingness to abide by these guidelines.

*We only accept dogs, no cats allowed. We only accept 2 pets per reservation.
*We charge a $70.00 per stay per pet fee which is not refundable.
*Your dog must be on a flea maintenance program. (Like Frontline, Advantage, etc.)
*Your dog must be crated while left in the cabin alone.
*Your dog must not get on our furniture. If we find pet hair on our furniture upon your departure, you will be charged $10.00 per each quilt/comforter/sofa that must be cleaned to remove dog hair.
*If your dog damages our vacation home in any way, ie, urine on the carpet/floor, chewed furniture/walls/doors or molding, you will be held responsible for the damage repair costs.
*Your dog must be leashed when on the outside of the cabin. This is for the safety of your dog as there may be other animals in the area that could harm your beloved pet.

IMPORTANT: Out of respect for the holidays and our employees, we do NOT allow ANY check in or outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day

Check-In:
*3pm - there is NO check-in office, you go straight to the cabin

Check-Out:
*10am - Please follow our check out guidelines.

Fireplaces:
*On During: October 1st - April 1st

Common Concerns:
*Road Conditions: Some of our cabins are on steep, narrow, curvy, mountain roads. If you are concerned about road conditions to get to a cabin, please feel free to ask us! None of our cabins require a 4 wheel drive under normal weather conditions but some do in inclement weather.
*TV & WiFi: We do have TV's and WiFi in most all of our cabins. There are times when heavy cloud cover, weather systems, mountains, or trees will cause problems with the signals. We always want our guests to have the comforts they want on vacation, but there are times we cannot control this problem.
*Pests & Wildlife: Here in the Smoky Mountains, we have lots of native bugs and wildlife. All of our cabins are treated for pests, but there are times you will find bugs or even have trouble with bugs. Please let us know if they are causing trouble, we will handle it as quickly and efficiently as possible. Please never feed, taunt or approach any wildlife. This is their home and we are the visitors.

Cancellation Policy:
*$50 cancellation fee
*Before 30 days - you will get all of your money back (-$50)
*Within 30 days - whatever dates we can rebook, this is the amount that we will refund back (-$50). Example: if you had 5 nights & we rebooked 4 nights = you will be refunded 4 night+tax+cleaning fee

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Mountain are popular area attractions. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Anakeesta are not to be missed.
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • River Rage Go-Kart Track - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Tube Junction - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cades Cove - 19 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly?

As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly on 31 July 2026 start from NZ$332, 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 River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Frontage ❄Hot Tub ❄Whirlpool bath ❄Studio for Two ❄Pet Friendly 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

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! We really enjoyed our stay at this cozy cute cabin! Very clean and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2026
Hi Karley, thank you so much for the 10/10 review! We are so glad to hear you found the studio clean, cozy, and perfect for your getaway. Providing a relaxing space for our guests to enjoy the river is what we love to do. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to host you (and your pet!) again very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great cabin!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2025
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the quiet and secluded setting — that’s one of the things guests love most about River Bend. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Perfect cabin for a couple.

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the cabin was a perfect fit for the two of you. We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful cabin!! Very clean and neat!!Host is awesome to work with. Highly recommend this listing!! We will be repeat visitors Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the cabin and found everything clean and comfortable. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another stay soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

River Bend Getaway

Overall great stay and great area. Host represented the property very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad you had a great stay at River Bend and enjoyed the area. It’s wonderful to hear the property met your expectations—we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Great Experience

Comfortable cabin, beautiful views, easy check in and out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you, Wayne, for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the comfort of the cabin, the beautiful views, and the smooth check-in and check-out process. We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back to the Smokies anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen W.

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

Nice little getaway

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. If there's anything specific that stood out or if you have any suggestions for improvement, please feel free to share. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann U.

Riverbend stay

Very pleasant stay. I loved listening to the river flow by. Beautiful location. Will definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a pleasant stay and that the sound of the river and the beautiful setting made your visit special. It truly means a lot to know you’ll be booking again — we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

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

River Bend Cabin

The cabin was a perfect place to stay. Quiet and relaxing when we needed it but also places to go close by also. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that the cabin provided the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. It’s great to know that you enjoyed both the peaceful atmosphere and the nearby attractions. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Cabin

Clean, comfortable, well equipped. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you found the cabin clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the location too. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Great place

Great location. Nice little cabin right on the river
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2024
Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and the cabin by the river. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was exactly as shown in the pictures, beautiful. It is literally on the river. Clean and well maintained. Will be booking this one again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you, James, for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the cabin and its beautiful riverfront location. It’s great to hear it was just as pictured and met your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Great stay

Very clean and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2023
Thank you so much, Joseph! We're so glad you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your 5-star rating!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTY H.

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

Very clean & cozy

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & would stay there again given the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quintina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just as described, if not better. The back porch overlooks the river and you could spend all day watching people float down on tubes. Private but close to everything. Hosts were wonderful. They provided a digital guidebook that had important information about the area, including a local restaurant section. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear the cabin exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed relaxing on the back porch by the river—it really is such a special spot. We’re glad the digital guidebook came in handy and that you felt both the privacy and convenience of the location. It was a joy to host you, and we would be honored to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Anniversary Weekend

We were out and about most of the time, but staying at the cabin was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear that even with being out and about, you enjoyed your time at the cabin. We hope it provided a relaxing retreat after your adventures. We’d love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa N.

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

Heaven

It was absolutely Heaven
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2025
We’re so happy to hear that! It sounds like you had the perfect winter escape. Heaven indeed! We’d love to have you back anytime for another peaceful and cozy getaway.
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy A.

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

30th Anniversary in the Smokies

Great place to stay on the quiet side of the Smokies. Stayed cabin similar to this 30 years ago for our honeymoon and came back looking for something similar. The area has changed a bit over the years but still retains its "quiet side" charm. Good porch and deck to sit during rainy days. Be sure to visit Peaceful Side Social and The Abby.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your special anniversary with us! We're honored you chose to return to the quiet side of the Smokies and that the cabin brought back those wonderful memories. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the peaceful porch and deck, even on rainy days—and thank you for the local recommendations! We’d love to welcome you back for your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabián P.

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

Perfect for 2

It was pretty good, although I would like to had a blender and a newer toilet seat and a grill becauseis rusty.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear the cabin was a good fit for the two of you. We really appreciate your feedback about the blender, toilet seat, and grill—those are helpful suggestions, and we’ll certainly take a look at updating those items. We’d love to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Vacation

Very clean and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for giving us a perfect 5/5 rating! We're so happy to hear that you found our vacation rental to be very clean and peaceful. It means a lot to us that you had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We strive to provide a clean and comfortable environment for all our guests, so your feedback is truly appreciated. We're glad the peaceful atmosphere allowed you to unwind and recharge during your vacation. If you'd like to share anything else about your stay, we'd love to hear it! We're always looking for ways to improve the guest experience. In the meantime, we hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future. Thanks again for choosing our rental!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita T.

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

Awesome!!

Will stay here agin
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quaint cabin

This quaint little cabin is right on the river and peaceful other than the “extremely” busy RV part across the river from us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2023
Thank you for staying with us at Smoky Cabins. We appreciate your feedback regarding the peacefulness of our cabin by the river. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the busy RV park across the river. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will take them into consideration for future improvements. Thank you for choosing Smoky Cabins, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Wonderful vacation spot

We absolutely loved this cute cabin on the river. We spent a lot of time watching the river go by and enjoying the fire pit. We love to fish and had a great time trying for trout. My wife and I plan to return next year for an even longer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, bed was super comfortable. Lots of room and used the hot tub every night. Great view of the river and lots of critters to admire. parking is longer than other cabins away but sidewalk is in good condition. One note you have to drive down a private drive on gravel to get to the cabins, we were a little cautious with all the signs posted at the entrance. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the comfort of the bed, the spaciousness of the cabin, and of course, the hot tub each night. It sounds like you had a great time taking in the view and wildlife too! We also appreciate your feedback about the driveway and the signs; we always want guests to feel informed and comfortable. We're happy to hear you'd stay again, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jerry b.

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

Very enjoyable

Nice cabin for just two people. Clean well kept area. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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