10/10 Excellent
Henrietta B.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Henrietta B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Cabin
Cozy Cottage near National Park w/ Awesome Mountain Views! Extremely clean!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Townsend, TN
- Tuckaleechee Caverns3 min drive
- Laurel Valley Golf Course11 min drive
- Cades Cove34 min drive
- Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Cottage near National Park w/ Awesome Mountain Views! Extremely clean!
The Rancher is a comfortable, convenient and cozy cabin. Its amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with 5 ft. trestle table in the dining area, washer & dryer, central heat & air, wood burning fireplace, two bedrooms, 1 bath, jacuzzi in one of the bedrooms, covered porch w/swing and rocker, covered carport and Weber charcoal grill. There is also a TV (w/cable hookup) and a DVD player. There is a patio area outside the French doors. There is a panoramic mountain view all around the cabin. The yard surrounding the cabin is great for children to safely run and play. Our Rancher is a non-smoking cabin.
Property manager
Melody Gilbertson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No Exceptions
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the front porch.
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 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 deadlock
We should mention
A car is required 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. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include 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.
Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Tuckaleechee Caverns - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
- Laurel Valley Golf Course - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
- Cades Cove - 34 min drive - 26.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Townsend Abbey - 7 min drive
- The Artistic Bean - 8 min drive
- Apple Valley Cafe - 7 min drive
- Riverstone Family Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Burger Master Drive In - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brittany u.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Brittany u.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
david m.
4 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little home
david m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
PALLAVI S.
4 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Smokey Mountain
PALLAVI S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erika P.
13 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Erika P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sophia Z.
29 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love this cabin
Sophia Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chad G., Chickamauga GA
24 May 2018
Great place
Chad G.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
22 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Mary H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay B., Selma,NC
20 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Lindsay B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Abhay S.
15 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Everything
Abhay S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Crystal B.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor day weekend
Crystal B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily F.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfy stay
Emily F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greta place!
Amanda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amy V.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Amy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fred J.
23 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Thank you for your clean and comfortable accommodations!
Fred J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joanna Z.
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very welcoming stay
Joanna Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey E.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ranch stay
Jeffrey E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christin L.
9 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean
Christin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
James H.
16 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and clean house. Very quiet neighborhood. I was very pleased and happy with our stay here.
James H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Joshua W.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family relaxation
Joshua W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
11 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Karen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan O.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing!
Susan O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S.
17 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing hideaway in a great location
Tammy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Johnathan M.
21 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Relaxing
Johnathan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
carolyn l.
29 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
carolyn l.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
About the host
Hosted by Melody Gilbertson
I have lived in Townsend for 35 years and it is definitely home for me. I grew up on a dairy farm in northwest Wisconsin so I have always enjoyed living in the country. To live in an area as beautiful as the Smokies is a true blessing which I try to never take for granted!
Why they chose this property
I purchased the Rancher cabin in 2007 but managed the renting of it before that. The acre it sits on adjoins my 7 1/2 acres so the location is perfect for me. I love that it has its own setting, yet is close for me to go clean it or show it to guests.
What makes this property unique
The trees surrounding the cabin are outstanding in the spring - blossoms abound! There is a huge redbud tree, weeping cherry and bradford pear trees. In the fall you have the beautiful autumn colors to enjoy and in the summer the vibrant and lush greens. I never tire of the views of Rich Mountain behind and the Chilhowee Mtn. Range in front of the cabin. Sitting on the front porch swing and watching the horses in the small pasture in front of the cabin is so relaxing!
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