Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

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Very open concept and great gathering space in the main living room.
Front of the house with large circular driveway and parking.
Cozy screened in porch area with outdoor fireplace!
Propane grill with gazebo on wrap around deck with outdoor seating and gorgeous views!
Located on a bluff overlooking the Little River.  This Lodge is on an 18 acre property with 5 other houses and you will have direct river access on property.

Overview of Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Townsend, TN
  • Popular LocationTownsend Visitor Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Heritage Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDark Island Swinging Bridge6 min drive
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bear's Den

2 Double Sofa Beds

Double Queen Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

King Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Loft Area with Beds

1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

Impressive 3 story - 5000 sq. ft. lodge sitting atop the Wellspring Retreat. This lodge features 5 total large private bedrooms, 4 contain king beds, and 1 features 2 queens. Each bedroom has its own full bathroom. In addition to the 5 bedrooms, there are 2 queen beds and a full in the upper loft area. The main level (middle) consists of a foyer, 2 master bedrooms w/full bath, dining area, living room w/fireplace, kitchen, laundry room, and 1/2 bath. This level also features an amazing wrap around deck including an area for grilling and dining, and a screened-in portion with outdoor fireplace and excellent views. Take the spiral staircase to the upper level which consists of another master bedroom w/full bath, and a huge loft area with 3 queen beds and a twin in addition to a cozy sitting area. Take the spiral staircase to the lowest level and you will find 2 additional master bedrooms, one with a king bed, and the other with 2 queens. This level also features a huge wrap around patio with partial mini golf, a huge game room, and fantastic hot tub to relax at the end of a long day of fun!
Guests have access to the entire home. In addition, you will have access to the riverfront located on the Retreat grounds which spans approx. 700' and is located on the part of the property at the bottom of the 1/4 mi. driveway. You may walk down, or use the parking available at the bottom. Hang out by the river, enjoy some tubing, fishing, or even kayaking!

Property manager

Parker Borofsky
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A damage deposit of $300 will be held 2 days before arrival. No smoking. No pets. No parties. Lock the residence when not in use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Travelling with kids? Consider Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 5 min drive
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min drive
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 15 min drive
  • Cades Cove - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Townsend Abbey - 3 min walk
  • Burger Master Drive In - 5 min drive
  • Apple Valley Cafe - 9 min drive
  • The Artistic Bean - 20 min walk
  • Little River Pub & Deli - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* located?

This family-friendly Townsend lodge is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tube Junction and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Hedgewood Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dima P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great house on the quieter side of the the smoky mountains park area.
A great house on the quieter side of the the smoky mountains park area. Plenty of space for 12 (6 adults + 6 kids). The host was close by and offered good suggestions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Amazing time had by ALL!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
33rd bday retreat
It was everything the pictures showed. Everything was clean. Very spacious for me and my guests. We enjoyed ourselves and the accommodations. Property owner was very hospitable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2023
We had the best time getting together as a family, there are 18 of us. This is our 2nd year staying in the Big Lodge on Little River. We definitely plan to stay again next year. Thank you so much to Parker and Oz for making our stay wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, Spacious Lodge
Our entire family of 10 adults and 4 grands gathered for a long weekend and to run in the Cades Cove Loop Lope. We had a blast! The lodge/cabin provides ample space to spread out, play, puzzle, cook, eat, visit. It was everything we'd hoped for and then some! Our favorite spot became the screened in porch with fire place. What a perfect area for fall evenings. Hot tub was enjoyed, game room was so fun and lives larger than the pictures show. Comfortable beds and wonderful to have private bathrooms. Thank you to our gracious hosts for excellent communication before, during and after our stay. The cabin was spotlessly clean, well stocked, so comfortable, and Smoky Mountain majestic. Loved every moment and hope to return. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Parker Borofsky

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We are a family of 4 who love adventure and enjoy sharing some of our favorite places with you! From the ancient Smoky Mountains (did you know this mountain range is the 8th oldest in the WORLD?!), to the gorgeous white sands and glassy waters of the Florida Panhandle/Emerald Coast. Parker is an award-winning mortgage loan originator specializing in helping families start their short-term rental portfolios, while Oz is a "retired" Electronic Engineer, who now spends his days tirelessly working on each of our properties to keep them in great condition! Our daughter Taliesin who is headed to college has been involved in design and decor and our son Zolin who is still in high school just might be the one to answer your message or inquiry. We are emotionally attached to each of our properties (even though we aren't supposed to be lol) and we truly hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

Townsend is a little gem hidden in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and is known as "the peaceful side of the Smokies". Excellent food, local craft beer, chocolate, pancakes, and art, all within a short walking 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 even catch some really neat wildlife including bears! Jeep rentals, Horseback riding, and zip-lining are popular in this area in addition to tubing, hiking, and fly fishing. If everything that Townsend has to offer isn't quite enough to please everyone in your group, we are just an easy 30-minute drive to Pigeon Forge and 45 min. drive to Gatlinburg featuring endless entertainment for all walks of life.

What makes this property unique

Guests have access to the entire home. In addition, you will have access to the riverfront located on the Retreat grounds which spans approx. 700' and is located on the part of the property at the bottom of the 1/4 mi. driveway. You may walk down, or use the parking available at the bottom. Hang out by the river, enjoy some tubing, fishing, or even kayaking!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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