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Nature Lovers Escape: Hot Tub, Dog Friendly
Cabin in Townsend with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Townsend, TN
- Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum3 min drive
- Place, Townsend Visitor Center4 min drive
- Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge4 min drive
- Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Loft Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Main Level Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Main Level Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Nature Lovers Escape: Hot Tub, Dog Friendly
Take It Easy is a part of Mountain Mist Cabins.
This dog-friendly, private 1-bedroom, with a loft, cabin is located less than 5 minutes off HWY 321 in Townsend, TN, also known as “The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.” Only 5 minutes (2.5 miles) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and 7 minutes (4 miles) from Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Perfect for two couples or a family, and bring along your furry family members!
THE SPACE
Newly decorated, this one-bedroom cabin with a loft is the perfect place for two couples or a family to get away and relax. The kitchen is fully stocked with a drip coffee maker (BYO-Coffee) and a Keurig (BYO-K-cups) and all the dishes and cookware you may need.
All TVs are connected to wifi with access to all of your favorite streaming apps via Roku (you must log into your own accounts)! Both the bedroom and loft have 43” UHD Roku-equipped TVs. The living room has a 55"
There is an electric fireplace for use in the cooler season (Oct. - Mar.), in the living room.
We are dog-friendly, with restrictions, so please message us with details if you intend to bring your furry friend(s)!
Mountain Mist Cabins offers a shared Laundry Area.
Please note the level of privacy at the cabin is dependent on the season. During the Spring, Summer and Fall the trees keep the cabin private from neighbors. There is a cabin behind, in the winter months you may be able to see it.
Do not feed or interact with any wildlife, especially bears.
Make sure all trash outside is placed in the bear proof trash bins.
Never leave trash bags or food outside.
Towels and linens are provided, as well as soaps, shampoos, and even toothbrushes, are available if you forgot yours!
All persons booking MUST be 23 years of age. Please message us for exceptions.
Should you bring more guests than reflected by your reservation you may be asked to leave the property without a refund and/or pay an additional $25 per night per person.
Quiet Hours are from 10PM to 9AM
Do not leave any trash or food outside, it will attract bears.
You are in nature and there are bears and other wildlife in the area. If Bears get too accustomed to people, they are put down. If you feed the bears, you can kill the bears, please don't kill the bears.
As with most cabins in the area, all fireplaces are shut down April 1 - September 30.
We do not offer early check-in or late check-out. However, IF we are able to accommodate, there may be an additional charge.
Dog Policy - If you are bringing your furry friend, you must submit a message through the app to let us know what the age and breed of the dog is. We do not allow puppies less than 1 year old or certain breeds that are known to be destructive. All dogs MUST be house trained.
You will be responsible for any damages caused by your dog. Please use the designated outdoor area for your pets to do their business and utilize the provided waste station to clean up after them. Unless otherwise noted there is a $100 per stay charge. Please select pets when making your reservation.
Because we are dog-friendly, if you have any allergies pertaining to dogs, I recommend you do not stay at this property. While we do our best to thoroughly clean, we cannot guarantee that you may not have an allergic reaction from a previous guest’s dog(s).
Absolutely NO unauthorized fires! Unauthorized fires. You will be charged $250 plus damages.
As always, be safe and use caution. You WILL be accountable for any damages.
This dog-friendly, private 1-bedroom, with a loft, cabin is located less than 5 minutes off HWY 321 in Townsend, TN, also known as “The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.” Only 5 minutes (2.5 miles) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and 7 minutes (4 miles) from Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Perfect for two couples or a family, and bring along your furry family members!
THE SPACE
Newly decorated, this one-bedroom cabin with a loft is the perfect place for two couples or a family to get away and relax. The kitchen is fully stocked with a drip coffee maker (BYO-Coffee) and a Keurig (BYO-K-cups) and all the dishes and cookware you may need.
All TVs are connected to wifi with access to all of your favorite streaming apps via Roku (you must log into your own accounts)! Both the bedroom and loft have 43” UHD Roku-equipped TVs. The living room has a 55"
There is an electric fireplace for use in the cooler season (Oct. - Mar.), in the living room.
We are dog-friendly, with restrictions, so please message us with details if you intend to bring your furry friend(s)!
Mountain Mist Cabins offers a shared Laundry Area.
Please note the level of privacy at the cabin is dependent on the season. During the Spring, Summer and Fall the trees keep the cabin private from neighbors. There is a cabin behind, in the winter months you may be able to see it.
Do not feed or interact with any wildlife, especially bears.
Make sure all trash outside is placed in the bear proof trash bins.
Never leave trash bags or food outside.
Towels and linens are provided, as well as soaps, shampoos, and even toothbrushes, are available if you forgot yours!
All persons booking MUST be 23 years of age. Please message us for exceptions.
Should you bring more guests than reflected by your reservation you may be asked to leave the property without a refund and/or pay an additional $25 per night per person.
Quiet Hours are from 10PM to 9AM
Do not leave any trash or food outside, it will attract bears.
You are in nature and there are bears and other wildlife in the area. If Bears get too accustomed to people, they are put down. If you feed the bears, you can kill the bears, please don't kill the bears.
As with most cabins in the area, all fireplaces are shut down April 1 - September 30.
We do not offer early check-in or late check-out. However, IF we are able to accommodate, there may be an additional charge.
Dog Policy - If you are bringing your furry friend, you must submit a message through the app to let us know what the age and breed of the dog is. We do not allow puppies less than 1 year old or certain breeds that are known to be destructive. All dogs MUST be house trained.
You will be responsible for any damages caused by your dog. Please use the designated outdoor area for your pets to do their business and utilize the provided waste station to clean up after them. Unless otherwise noted there is a $100 per stay charge. Please select pets when making your reservation.
Because we are dog-friendly, if you have any allergies pertaining to dogs, I recommend you do not stay at this property. While we do our best to thoroughly clean, we cannot guarantee that you may not have an allergic reaction from a previous guest’s dog(s).
Absolutely NO unauthorized fires! Unauthorized fires. You will be charged $250 plus damages.
As always, be safe and use caution. You WILL be accountable for any damages.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Fee: $100 + tax, max 2 dogs, breed/age has limits.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Townsend
Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ober Mountain is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Apple Valley Cafe Express - 4 min drive
- Little River Pub And Deli - 19 min walk
- The Dancing Bean - 4 min drive
- Townsend Pancske House - 4 min drive
- Towns End Coffee Co - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
23 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
kelly o.
3 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
kelly o.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darren S.
5 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darren S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynda C.
2 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynda C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terra D.
1 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terra D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Misty M.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Misty M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
George J.
17 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
George J.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven S.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin L.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Take it easy
Erin L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rob E.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Rob E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Telesia S.
19 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property!
Telesia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and Quiet
Chris M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth A.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Beth A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gina D.
23 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet weekend
Gina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jon P.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jon P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joshua M.
11 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Joshua M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacob A.
15 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Peaceful
Jacob A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis p.
9 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Dennis p.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Russell W.
23 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Birthday Vacation
Russell W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason H.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definitely return!
Jason H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy L.
12 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Cindy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dean S.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice!
Dean S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thor S.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Cel
Thor S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darlene W.
23 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway
Darlene W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Derek Tellier
Local Real Estate agent and Investor.
I enjoying bringing people to see the beauty and excitement that Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer.
I enjoying bringing people to see the beauty and excitement that Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer.
Why they chose this property
Take It Easy is a newly updated cabin on the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" also known as Townsend, TN.
Townsend is the perfect area to stay to take in the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Less than 15 miles from many hiking trails & the entrance to Cades Cove.
Townsend is the perfect area to stay to take in the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Less than 15 miles from many hiking trails & the entrance to Cades Cove.
What makes this property unique
Peaceful Side of the Smoky Mountains!
Enjoy the quiet of nature and the beauty of your surroundings, and the proximity to lots of trails and outdoor activities!
Enjoy the quiet of nature and the beauty of your surroundings, and the proximity to lots of trails and outdoor activities!
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