Rocky River Cabins | Walk to Local Dining & Greenway | Shared Outdoor BBQ Area Adventure is at your doorstep at this historic Townsend vacation rental. Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains entrance, this 1940s railroad cabin puts you close to endless outdoor adventure and a scenic drive from Dollywood and Pigeon Forge. After an active day, fire up the grill for a post-hike feast and swap stories at the social patio. Your ultimate mountain basecamp awaits at this riverside retreat! -- THE PROPERTY -- SHARED OUTDOOR SPACE- Covered patio, outdoor seating- Outdoor dining area- Gas grill (propane provided) CABIN FEATURES- Smart TV- Kitchenette w/ mini fridge, toaster oven & microwave- Drip coffee pot (supply your own coffee)- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware ACCESSIBILITY- Threshold step required for entry- Single-story cabin PARKING- Shared parking lot (2 vehicles) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS- Two additional properties are available on-site, both with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- -- THE LOCATION -- - Easily accessible riverside location near dining & greenway trails- half mile to Townsend Event Center- 2 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park- 2 miles to Townsend River Walk & Arboretum-3 miles to Willow Ridge Special Event Center - 10 miles to Cades Cove Scenic Loop- 15 miles to Pigeon Forge- 19 miles to Dollywood -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking- No pets allowed- No events, parties, or large gatherings without prior approval- Additional fees and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- This single-story cabin requires a threshold step to enter- The kitchenette area does not offer a sink, stove, or oven- There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site, and the homeowner lives on-site; other guests may be present during your stay-There are EV charging stations at the Townsend Welcome Center and down the road in Maryville- Your safety matters. This property features 3 external security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front of the main house facing the front of the property. Camera 2 is located on the back of the main house facing the back of the property. Camera 3 is located on the back of the outbuilding facing the front of the property. These cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces; they record video when motion is detected
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Townsend
Townsend is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Ober Mountain and Gatlinburg Space Needle are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Jack Renfro Stadium, or consider a night out at The Trillium Venue.
Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Peaceful Side Social - 10 min walk
The Artistic Bean - 2 min walk
The Townsend Abbey - 18 min walk
Apple Valley Cafe Express - 5 min drive
Elvira's Cafe - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat?
As of 5 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat on 6 July 2026 start from NZ$346, 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 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 Mi to Great Smoky Mtns NP! Cozy Cabin Retreat located?
Situated in Townsend, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Tube Junction and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Townsend Visitor Center are also within 15 minutes.
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