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Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.

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Appalachian style log cabin in a quiet setting.
Charming and cozy cabin nestled in the Smoky Mountains.
Custom built pine cabinets with stainless steel appliances. Fully equipped.
Private kitchen
Complimentary snacks that are perfect for taking on your Smoky Mtn hikes.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cades Cove
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.

Are you overdue for some rest and relaxation? Is it time to get away from the stress and pressures of everyday living? Step into a place where you can find the serenity that only the closeness to nature can provide. Our Hideout log cabin is located in the shadows of beautiful Rich Mountain. Woods alive with the sounds of songbirds surrounding you. Hiking trails with wildflowers and wildlife are just minutes outside your door. Enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee and a good book in your rocking chair on the front porch, or enjoy an evening around the campfire cooking s'mores. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and lots of fun activities are just a close drive away, but most of our guests say the favorite part of their visit is the 'home away from home' experience they get right at the Hideout.

Please note that the map shows the National Park is 57 minutes away, but that is to the Sugarlands Visitors Center in the middle of the Park. Our cabin is only a 10 minute drive to the National Park's Townsend entrance, or you can hike into the National Park within a 2 minute drive to the Schoolhouse Gap or Rich Mountain trails, (from the lesser known trailheads. Which are favorable during the busy tourist seasons!)

There are several great restaurants in the immediate Townsend area. We highly recommend the award winning Dancing Bear Bistro, which is only 7 minutes away, https://dancingbearlodge.com/dining/. The Abbey (along Little River) has live music on weekends, trivia nights on Thursdays, and daily gourmet specials. The Little River Pub (also along the Little River) has excellent sandwiches, drinks and our favorite Moonshine Pulled Pork Nachos. And the Trailhead Steak and Trout is a local favorite. To experience the "true locals", get a world famous chili and slaw hot dog at the Parkway Grocery Gulf gas station. They've sold over a million hot dogs and have been featured on tv. I may be a bit proud and biased because my daughter and son-in-law are the owners, but you won't be disappointed!

Our cabin has cable and Wi-Fi along with the DVR feature in case you don't want to miss your favorite team's games while you're exploring the National Park. There are also card games, board games, books, and puzzles to enjoy while relaxing in the cabin.

If you are really adventurous, you may want to rent mountain bikes and ride the Vee Hollow trails right in Townsend, https://rideveehollow.com/. Or you can rent electric or standard bikes to ride on the bike path that stretches the length of Townsend, while stopping at one of our many coffee shops and local artisan shops for a perfect combination of exercise, fun and relaxation.

Many of our guests have fallen in love with the beauty and peacefulness of vacationing in our cozy Hideout cabin in Townsend, TN, and keep returning year after year. We hope you will too!

Keywords: log cabin, cottage, mountain home, secluded, hiking, biking, shopping, coffee

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Laurel Valley Golf Course and Next To Heaven. Tube Junction and River Rage Go-Kart Track are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Cades Cove - 35 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cades Cove Cellars - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 430 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away cabin. Such a peaceful area to come home to after a long day hiking in the national parks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Nice quiet property. Really enjoyed the firepit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well stocked cabin. We enjoyed our second stay here. Convenient to Cades Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was exactly as advertised, and the pictures were accurate. The house and yards were extremely clean, It was absolutely peaceful and quiet. The check in and check out were very easy. We will definitely put this cabin on our revisit list.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean cabin! Exactly as described! We will definitely stay again everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of cookware, utensils and dishes. The front porch has a nice sitting area and charcoal grill. Their is a fire pit in the yard, the yard is also very nice. The cabin is in a very peaceful area. We loved it here and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect peaceful cabin for our family of 4 to explore the Great Smoky Mountain region. Check-in was seamless and the cabin had all of the amenities of home for our use during the week. We enjoyed many hours playing games and sharing stories on the front porch. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet nice and all around rustic style spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely peaceful cabin and front porch! From the moment we arrived with easy check in and throughout the week, this clean cabin is fills you with mountain peace.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with everything you need! Quaint, cute and private! Stayed for 3 days with my husband, it was peaceful!! Will certainly try to stay next time, it was a beautiful ride into Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. The drive to and through Cades Cove was amazing! We even found a beautiful dirt road that brings you right back to the cabin from Cafes Cove! Dont forget to check iut Tuckaleechee Caverns, only a mile from the cabin, worth the trip!! The Abbey is bay far the best food near the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marquetta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and location. We used only 1 bedroom and the bed was not comfortable. The other room may have been better?? The “ hot tub” was nice but difficult to enter and exit without grab bar to help. Sofa was really unusable but the 2 recliners were great! We would return and try the “ other” bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaDonna P.

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

Birthday Getaway

We really enjoyed the cabin. The location is perfect - secluded and peaceful, yet still close to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. We had a relaxing birthday getaway. Thank you for the birthday card and the delicious chocolate chip cookies. This was our second time staying at the cabin and we will be booking the cabin for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful cabin in a private setting. Everything was immaculately clean and the yard was perfectly landscaped. It was a very quiet and peaceful setting. The full kitchen and washer dryer was a game changer after spending the day in the nearby river. I also enjoyed the front porch with rocking chairs. Very comfortable amd they have everything you need! Enjoyed staying here!! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Spectacular!

The place was very clean and perfectly decorated. Everything was as described in the description. We absolutely loved our stay and would recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great stay!

The cabin was the perfect stay near the mountains! Cabin was clean and check in was easy! Appreciate the communication from the host as well. Will definitely stay again if we come back to the Smokies!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby R.

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

Perfect Get Away

Clean Quiet Peaceful Loved It Location Was Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Relaxing

Stayed for a wedding. Place was a great getaway. Very quiet, clean and comfortable. Melody was such a sweet lady
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Lovely cabin

The cabin was well stocked with all the amenities listed. We loved the hot tub bath and the beds were comfy. The check-in and check-out process was easy.The nearby town of Townsend was enjoyable and offered many things to do. We would stay at The Hideout again if we visit the GSM area. 100% recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judyanne P.

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

A home away from home

There is nothing like being in the mountains and feeling like we're where we belong!Melody and Tahnee are the absolute best hosts we've ever encountered!We have been with them 3 times. We plan on coming back again to the Smokies and we'll stay here again! Come and see for yourself how wonderful their cabin is!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

A special place

This is our 4th year staying at the quiet cabin. Everything worked well. Here is a couple of recommendations: there needs to be a sprayer for the water hose and overall the dishes need a better choice with drinking glasses and small plates. Large dinner plates are fine. The silver ware and cooking utensils are good. Looking forward to the next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

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

Great location

Great location. Minutes away from Cades cove and other hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent cabin very close to a lot of fun things to do. The cabin was cozy and well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. Very private setting and peaceful. Very comfortable furnishings. Lots of horse decor! The hot tub was used nightly to soak our aching bodies from all the strenuous hikes and horseback adventures. Melody our host was attentive to checking in on us. I hope to stay there again next year to see the fireflies! Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay! Our home away from home!!!! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you're looking for a cabin that feels secluded yet is still conveniently close to restaurants, outdoor adventures, and the National Park, I highly recommend “The Hideout” — truly a 10/10 experience. The cabin has that cozy, rustic charm while being very well maintained and spotlessly clean. It’s stocked with all the essentials you might need. The setting is peaceful and private, making it the perfect place to unwind and recharge. Couldn’t have asked for a better getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Great place to stay! Will definitely return

Precious cabin with everythng you need. Very clean and convenient to Townsend and Cades Cove.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel B.

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

Scottish Fest Getaway

This place is amazing! So serene, peaceful and private. Super clean and had everything we needed to grill out. Hot tub, huge rain style shower head and furry throws and pillows made me feel like I was vacationing at a spa. Cannot wait to return! A picnic table by the fire pit would be the cherry on top of this amazing getaway!!! Thank you to the owners for an unforgettable weekend of family bonding!!we WILL be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Melody Gilbertson

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My mom and I have been running our cabin rentals for several years. It has been a joy getting to meet so many wonderful guests that become our friends through the years! I love nature and being outdoors. You will often find my sister and I running on the bicycle/walking path that goes all the way through Townsend. Another favorite pastime is for our family to go swimming and tubing in the Little River. My husband golfs at all of the area courses practically every weekend from March-November (yes, I know that's a lot!) My Mom and I do our own cleaning and like to meet our guests personally. The income from the cabin enabled me to be a stay at home mom when my girls were little, and now they will occasionally do the cleaning. In addition to taking care of our rental properties, I am a part-time teaching assistant at Townsend Elementary and part time children's ministry director at Church of the Cove here in Townsend. Come join us if you'd like! I pray that our guests are blessed by experiencing a little piece of heaven here in peaceful Townsend! I think you'll find that our Hideout cabin has a way of capturing your heart and will draw you to keep coming back year after year!

Why they chose this property

Townsend is my hometown and is the most beautiful place in the world! My parents encouraged me to buy the property and build the Hideout before I got married and started a family, and boy am I glad they did! I was able to bring my daughters with me to clean the cabin and still be a stay-at-home mom! I will forever be grateful for those years. God has blessed us with the Hideout and we pray it's a blessing to all of our guests.

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