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Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Townsend, TN
- Place, River Rage Go-Kart Track13 min walk
- Place, Townsend Visitor Center16 min walk
- Place, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center19 min walk
- Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
2 Double Sofa Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
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Rippling Waters Retreat | Riverfront Rustic Cabin
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About the area
Townsend
Located in Townsend, this cabin is on a river. 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.

Townsend, TN
What's nearby
- Tube Junction - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- River Rage Go-Kart Track - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Townsend Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Peaceful Side Social - 11 min walk
- The Townsend Abbey - 19 min walk
- The Artistic Bean - 3 min walk
- Apple Valley Cafe Express - 5 min drive
- Elvira's Cafe - 10 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
22 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beth D.
12 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Teresa and Roger T.
8 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teresa and Roger T.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Troy
20 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Troy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeffery K.
12 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Jeffery K.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tami Williams
3 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Tami Williams
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven
14 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Misty A.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Misty A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roger L.
1 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roger L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place.
Robert C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn L.
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Location!
Dawn L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nikki C.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nikki C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard M.
26 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Cabin in Townsend!
Richard M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phillip T.
12 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Callahan First Baptist
Phillip T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca D.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Rebecca D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Whitney H.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Whitney H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Fred W.
6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on the River
Fred W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brian A.
22 December 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place and quiet
Brian A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark L.
1 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Mark L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg W.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rippling Waters EXCELLENT LOCATION
Greg W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane L.
23 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, relaxing family vacation/wedding.
Diane L.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Marilyn M.
6 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location next to river
Marilyn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Denietra D.
5 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Nice relaxing and peaceful
Denietra D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donald S.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Donald S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin H.
5 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benjamin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Melanie Chandler
We are the Chandlers, owners and operators of what we think is one of the best little cabins in all of Tennessee. My (Michael’s) family began vacationing in Townsend when I was a child, and came back every Summer to enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains, the offerings of Pigeon Forge, and the awesome amenities that Townsend has to offer. Now, we bring our children here and create memories with them every year. Our cozy cabin is nestled on the bank of the scenic Little River, with access to more than 500 feet of river frontage. Just a short drive from Pigeon Forge, Cades Cove, and numerous attractions, this rustic cabin combines the feeling of solemn remoteness with the convenience of local walking-distance amenities, including a grocery store, gas station, and many restaurants. We are family friendly and welcome you to make a tradition of bringing your family to Townsend each year, just like us!
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