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Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains

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River Rest Cabin on the Little Pigeon River - 2 Acres + Private Swimming Hole
Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft Room

1 King Bed

Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

River Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Loft Room’s En-suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

River Room’s En-suite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains

🛶 Luxury Riverfront Cabin Retreat with Rare & Private Swimming Hole on Little Pigeon River with Year-Round Access, Large 2 Acre Flat Yard, Hot Tub on Screened-in River Porch, Cantilevered River Deck, River Access Steps, 2 Kayaks + 4 Tubes, Horseshoe Pits, and Fire Pit with Outdoor Picnic Seating Surrounded by String Lights!

Tucked along the Little Pigeon River in the Smoky Mountains, this rare riverfront retreat offers something few properties can—your own private swimming hole, surrounded by nature and set on peaceful acreage.

Wake up to the sound of the river, step onto your cantilevered deck over the water, and spend your days swimming, tubing, kayaking, fishing, enjoying the outdoors, or simply relaxing in one of the most unique settings in the Smokies.



✨ Why Guests Love This Cabin

* Private riverfront access + rare swimming hole
* Cantilevered deck directly over the river
* Hot tub for relaxing evenings on the riverside
* Peaceful acreage next to a scenic farm
* Close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, yet feels completely secluded



🛏️ Comfortable & Thoughtfully Designed Luxury

This cozy, luxury cabin is designed for comfort and connection:

* Sleeps up to 5 guests - 2 King Bedrooms + Sleeper Sofa in Living Room
* Bright, open living space with large windows and natural light
* Fully equipped kitchen for easy meals, stocked pantry essentials, included toiletries, and complimentary household paper products for your stay
* Comfortable bedrooms with quality linens
* Clean, modern bathrooms with luxury towels

Perfect for couples, families, or a peaceful retreat away from the crowds.



🌄 The Experience

River Rest Cabin is not just a place to stay—it’s an experience.

Spend your mornings with coffee overlooking the river, afternoons enjoying your private swimming hole, and evenings soaking in the hot tub while listening to the gentle sounds of the water.

Unlike many cabins in the Smokies, this property offers:
👉 Direct, walkable river access
👉 Rare privacy and year-round access with flat roads to and from the property perfect for auto and fishing enthusiasts
👉 A true connection to nature + being close to trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Greenbrier Entrance)
👉 Expansive yet level 2 acre grass yard with small waterfall on far end of the property & kayaks + tubes


📍 Location

Conveniently located near:

* Gatlinburg (shopping, dining, attractions)
* Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Greenbrier Entrance (hiking, waterfalls, wildlife) & Pittman Center
* Pigeon Forge (family activities, Dollywood)

You’ll enjoy easy access to everything—while returning home to your own peaceful riverfront escape.



⚠️ Good to Know

* The cabin sits along the river with a road across the water, typical for this area. Most guests find the sound of the river to be the most noticeable feature.
* The property is professionally cleaned and maintained between every stay.
* Hot tub is serviced and sanitized before and after each guest for guest safety and comfort.



📅 Book Your Smoky Mountain Escape

If you’re looking for a rare riverfront experience with a private swimming hole, this cabin offers something truly special you won’t find at other Smoky Mountain rentals. Get away from the busy cabin communities and too close for comfort neighborhoods and truly enjoy the peaceful side of the Smokies while being convenient to everything in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge!

🎣 Book today for a little (or a lot of) R&R! Check availability for open dates and experience the Smokies from the water’s edge! River. Rest. Repeat. ♾️ #riverrestcabin

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pack-N-Play and baby gate available by request.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ONLY outside with all trash going in ash trays.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please throw away any items in the fridge and freezer that you don’t want to take with you.

Put any used towels in a tub or shower. Do not put anything in the washer. We will wash everything! :)

Let us know when you’ve locked all doors and are checking out! We’ve loved hosting you!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. DO NOT DIVE. Do not allow children outside unsupervised. Lifejackets required. Stay upstream from river stairs when in river.

Security camera on exterior front of house that views all entry points into house that is on and recording.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1530977vb
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Douglas Lake and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights. Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Little Pigeon River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Titanic Museum - 20 min drive - 27.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilderness Pass Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Till And Harvest - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Splinter's Trailside Snacks - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Preachers Smokehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante DellaSantina - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ultimate Riverfront Cabin Retreat • Private Swimming Hole • Smoky Mountains located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Little Pigeon River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Gatlinburg Municipal Golf Course and Parrot Mountain and Gardens. Bent Creek Golf Club and Chapel at Honeymoon Hills are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

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 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

jody e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here. The cabin is awesome, but the river and the backyard are what makes us search for the availability of this property, every time we visit the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2026
Thank you Jody! We just updated the kitchen, hot tub, and lots of other new things so we hope to see you again soon! ☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Beautiful home and property with all the amenities plus extras. Convenient to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2025
Thank you Karen for your review of River Rest Cabin! We loved hosting you at our riverfront cabin in the Smoky Mountains, and we hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella S.

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

Cozy cabin, beautiful location!

We had a wonderful stay! Cabin was beautiful and had everything you’d need. Location and property were perfect! Fire pit, hot tub, decks and river made this the perfect spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2023
Thank you so much Ella! We loved hosting y’all! Can’t wait to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Great Host

Home was very nice and the host was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you Adam! Hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william j.

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

Best place ever!

We have been going to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge for 30 years, this is one of the best if not the best place we have stayed. Great people!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thank you so much! We loved hosting you and hope to see you back again soon at River Rest Cabin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Perfect Honeymoon

We had an amazing experience. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you Shannon! Hope to host you again soon at River Rest Cabin in the Smokies!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Lovely Rental

Great property, clean, and top notch. We would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2021
Thank you Michael! Hope to host y’all again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Rest and relaxation

Beautiful little cabin! Everything in the place is very high end.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you Sean! We would welcome you and yours back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great get away

We loved our stay at River rest cabin. The property was beautiful-well maintained grounds, pretty garden, River was crystal clear and the house had everything you could need. Cabin was very inviting and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2021
Thank you Susan! Can’t wait to have y’all back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Cabin

Very Private
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you James!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Good times on the river

Five family members of three generations met for a week of vacation at this beautiful spot. It was just what we needed...lots of natural light, decks and chairs overlooking the shady river and super-comfortable beds to end the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2020
Thanks for the praise! We enjoyed hosting y’all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Best River Cabin

The cabin and view were gorgeous! The property was lovely. During our stay we had a great time in the river kayaking and tubing. We then got in the hot tub which was also amazing! The drive to the cabin was pleasant and it was easy to access. We were also able to cook while we were there and the hosts had all the utensils needed. Overall this was one of the best cabins we have stayed at. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you Amber! We loved hosting you! Can’t wait to have you back again soon at the river in the Smoky Mountains!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley M.

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

Family getaway

My parents, boyfriend and I visited from Nashville and had a wonderful time at River Rest. We fly fished from the property and had many nibbles and a few bites. The property was clean and spacious and very comfortable. We are very happy with our stay and hope to be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thanks for the review of our river cabin in Great Smoky Mountains and love to hear about the fly fishing you all did right outside the back door! We enjoyed hosting you all, and we would love to host you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

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

Perfect Cabin on the River

Caroline was great! She gave us so much helpful info about the area and was always quick to respond to any questions we had. The cabin felt just like a home away from home. It was so cozy, welcoming, and clean! We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Thank you Jessie! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

Loved it

Everything thing was perfect would recommend it to everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Y’all are the best! You are welcome back anytime! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Riverfront Cabin

A fantastic upgraded cabin located along the river in the Great Smoky Mountains with wonderful amenities such as horse shoes, corn hole, fire pit, kayaks, beautiful porch, and a spacious well kept property. A perfect combination for a wonderful time for the entire family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thanks for your review! We enjoyed hosting you all and glad you experienced the best of summer on the river! Hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Amazing!

What an amazing property, home, and location. Caroline is very helpful and attentive. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you Robert! Hope to host you again soon at River Rest Cabin in the Smokies!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

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

Perfect Vacation

Beautiful cabin, absolutely perfect for a quiet relaxing stay on the river. The amenities and thoughtful touches both inside and out, make this beautiful place a class above everywhere else we have stayed in the area. Caroline was extremely nice and helpful and responded promptly to any questions we had. Thank you so very much for sharing this beautiful cabin with us and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2020
Thank you for the kind words! We love sharing our special place with guests like you. We strive to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to our hospitality. Hope to have y’all back again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas and Jane W.

Simply Delightful!

We had a very comfortable stay at River Rest. Very clean, updated, well stocked with all the essentials as well as many thoughtful and unexpected extra touches such as a white noise machine for sleeping, gas fireplace, TV's in all the rooms, an alarm system, extra pillows, etc. The property's host was absolutely wonderful and responsive to our needs. Would stay at River Rest again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you so much for the kind review! We can’t wait to have you and your family come back and stay! Especially for more fly fishing time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

2023 Renko vaca

Much needed family time! The lovely cabin offered something for everyone. Relaxation was top on all members of the family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2023
Thank you Mike! We enjoyed having you and can’t wait to host you and your family again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Great time!

Hosts were amazing. They literally had everything you could need for a vacation. It was great not to have to pack extra stuff. The house was very clean and the river provided a lot of fun do our family. Communication from the host was very prompt. Overall great property and wonderful hosts!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you Brian! Hope to host you again soon at River Rest Cabin in the Smokies!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Wonderful getaway

This was our first vacation in the last two years, and it was one of our most stress free trips. Our hosts provided us with all of the information we needed prior to our arrival so we could maximize our time once we arrived. Our kids (3 & 5) are still talking about the cows, catching a fish, and floating in the river!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2021
Thank you for the kind review! Hope to have y’all back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry J.

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

River Rest Cabin Lives Up To It's Name

So happy we chose this location for our annual vacation. It was not only serene but rejuvenating at the end of a day exploring the Smokies. It's the first vacation we ever came back from feeling rested, and much of that was to do with the cabin. You can tell Caroline put a lot of thought into the choice of amenities for sleeping, bathing, cooking, and lounging. And the location is perfect for feeling like you are away from it all while being a short distance from anything you would need. We would not hesitate to stay there again on a future trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thank you Barry for that wonderful review. Our goal is relaxation for all our guests! We so enjoyed hosting you! Thank you for being a great guest, and we would welcome you back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

An amazing time of relaxation

This was our second visit to this amazing cabin and neither time has disappointed. We enjoyed fishing and wading in the river behind the cabin. We utilizing the supplied kayaks to teach our teenagers how to use them in the calm waters. We enjoyed family time each evening by the fire pit. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you David! Always enjoy having you! Hope you can visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Excellent and best ever!!

Caroline is amazing and helpful. The cabin is so relaxing yet only about 8miles from any activities. It’s a luxurious cabin with amazing beds, towels, appliances and all. Felt like a spa resort but with the love of the river and privacy. We enjoyed the quite and swimming was refreshing but cold! The cabin was also extremely clean. We can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2020
We loved hosting y’all! You are always welcome back! :)

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Johnson

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I was born and raised in Gatlinburg, and I spent my entire childhood growing up in the Smokies. I moved to Texas in 2015 when I got married to my husband, Clay. We had our daughter in 2018, and I wanted to have a place that we could call home when we visited. We bought River Rest Cabin and its 2 acres in the fall of 2018, and it was the perfect cure for my homesickness! In 2020, we decided to move to the Smoky Mountains and call Gatlinburg home. The cabin is a very special place where I hope my guests enjoy nature, have fun year-round, experience mountain hospitality, and explore all the beauty surrounding my hometown. It's true what they say... the mountains are calling!

Why they chose this property

I've driven by this property a million times growing up, but when we found it was secretly coming for sale, we flew up to buy it the next day! It's such a rare cabin surrounded by farm land and located on a pristine piece of property on the Little Pigeon River right on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Famous for its trout fishing and gentle flowing waters, the Little Pigeon River is our HAPPY PLACE. I want to share the cabin with you and yours so that you can experience why our family and guests find it so special!

What makes this property unique

River Rest Cabin is unlike any cabin in the Smoky Mountains. It's ON the river, meaning completely waterfront, while being surrounded by untouched farm land in total privacy. There's even a unique swimming hole, the original "Riviera," on the property that has been enjoyed for decades or more. Yet, the cabin is in the middle of it all, being less than 20 minutes from almost everything you would want to do in the area. It's the best of both worlds being in the midst of the most beautiful place on Earth, the Great Smoky Mountains, with adventure and relaxation at your doorstep!

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