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Little River Cabin - Riverfront, 1 mile from GSMNP - Romantic Getaway!
Riverside cabin with water park and Hot tub
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Townsend, TN
- Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center18 min walk
- Place, Townsend Visitor Center5 min drive
- Place, Cades Cove24 min drive
- Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Little River Cabin - Riverfront, 1 mile from GSMNP - Romantic Getaway!
Smoky Mountain Views is proud to present "The Little River Cabin!" This special place is ideal for a romantic getaway or for anyone wanting to enjoy the Great Smoky National Park, hiking, swimming, fishing, tubing, or biking.
Nestled amongst a small group of sweet little cabins, there is a quaint, peaceful feeling when you arrive here. Enjoy the views and sound of the river from the cabin itself or take a short walk to our little community's river entrance to go fishing or to swim. Enjoy the hot tub, firepit, arcade, gas fireplace, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, comfy king bed, and the park-style charcoal grill.
This cabin's location is a gem! It is only ½ a mile to the National Park Entrance, 9 miles to Cades Cove, 18 miles to Pigeon Forge, 20 miles to Dollywood, 22 miles to Gatlinburg or Sevierville, & 27 miles to Knoxville's Airport.
*Please note: This is an old-fashioned, one room-style cabin without a actual separate bedroom. There is a KOA campground on the other side of the river. There is no dishwasher, washer or dryer in this little cabin, but there is a laundry mat a couple of miles down the road. Also, our shower is on the small side for tall people (like my hubby) although being an avid hiker- he claims this is a good tradeoff for the location! Lastly, please remember firewood and charcoal are not provided but can be found for sale just down the road.
Guest booking must be 25 years or older. NO PETS. No parties or events. No Smoking or Drug use on property. No fireworks. Parking area and entrance are under video surveillance. Signed rental agreement REQUIRED to gain access to property. Check-In time is between 4pm and 10pm FIRM.
Nestled amongst a small group of sweet little cabins, there is a quaint, peaceful feeling when you arrive here. Enjoy the views and sound of the river from the cabin itself or take a short walk to our little community's river entrance to go fishing or to swim. Enjoy the hot tub, firepit, arcade, gas fireplace, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, comfy king bed, and the park-style charcoal grill.
This cabin's location is a gem! It is only ½ a mile to the National Park Entrance, 9 miles to Cades Cove, 18 miles to Pigeon Forge, 20 miles to Dollywood, 22 miles to Gatlinburg or Sevierville, & 27 miles to Knoxville's Airport.
*Please note: This is an old-fashioned, one room-style cabin without a actual separate bedroom. There is a KOA campground on the other side of the river. There is no dishwasher, washer or dryer in this little cabin, but there is a laundry mat a couple of miles down the road. Also, our shower is on the small side for tall people (like my hubby) although being an avid hiker- he claims this is a good tradeoff for the location! Lastly, please remember firewood and charcoal are not provided but can be found for sale just down the road.
Guest booking must be 25 years or older. NO PETS. No parties or events. No Smoking or Drug use on property. No fireworks. Parking area and entrance are under video surveillance. Signed rental agreement REQUIRED to gain access to property. Check-In time is between 4pm and 10pm FIRM.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not infant/toddler safety proofed
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 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 and a first aid kit
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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 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 Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are popular area attractions. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
- Cades Cove - 24 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Townsend Abbey - 5 min drive
- Peaceful Side Social - 5 min drive
- The Artistic Bean - 4 min drive
- Burgermaster Drive-in - 17 min walk
- The Riverstone Restaurant - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
connie p.
29 August 2025
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connie p.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Sarah G.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Joy a.
27 July 2025
Perfect getaway!
Joy a.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy on Little River
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
7 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabim!
Amanda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ed H.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary
Ed H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Ryan V.
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin
Ryan V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Courtney T.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Courtney T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
marti a.
13 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BIG chill at LITTLE cabin
marti a.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
30 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and views!
Laura L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L., Annapolis, MD
24 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Andrew L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
17 October 2022
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honeymoon
Scott S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jason N.
24 July 2022
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WOW!
Jason N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristi G.
4 October 2022
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AMAZING!!!!!!!!
Kristi G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
PRISCILLA B.
16 October 2025
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PRISCILLA B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheila C.
15 October 2025
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Sheila C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Grace F.
6 October 2025
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Doug S.
10 September 2025
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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3 August 2025
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27 July 2025
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Jordan P.
24 July 2025
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Jordan P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan C.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cabin w/great river view
Ryan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane b.
13 June 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Kristina
Hi! I am from Minnesota. I love to design & decorate. I also love being mom to our 3 amazing kids.
My husband, Chris, is a retired Air Force Chaplain from Mississippi. He loves real estate & keeping us guessing-- "What could our next family adventure possibly be?!"
Although we have been stationed in every region of the country, "the smokies" have always remained a special place in our lives. When the opportunity arose to turn a long term rental into our very first vacation rental (Shell Mountain Cabin), we were thrilled and slightly terrified. Through the years, our business has grown. We have experienced tremendous challenges & tremendous blessings. God is faithful & we love what we do!
Whether you are planning a time of quiet rest--or a fun-packed vacation-- along with our A+ team of locals-- we want to help provide an unforgettable getaway for you. We hope you fall in love with the Smoky Mountains as much as we have.
My husband, Chris, is a retired Air Force Chaplain from Mississippi. He loves real estate & keeping us guessing-- "What could our next family adventure possibly be?!"
Although we have been stationed in every region of the country, "the smokies" have always remained a special place in our lives. When the opportunity arose to turn a long term rental into our very first vacation rental (Shell Mountain Cabin), we were thrilled and slightly terrified. Through the years, our business has grown. We have experienced tremendous challenges & tremendous blessings. God is faithful & we love what we do!
Whether you are planning a time of quiet rest--or a fun-packed vacation-- along with our A+ team of locals-- we want to help provide an unforgettable getaway for you. We hope you fall in love with the Smoky Mountains as much as we have.
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