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Riverfront retreat, The apartment boasts a cozy living space with a decorative stone fireplace and mountain decor. Roast marshmallows at the fire pit, host cocktails on the river-view deck, or explore endless hiking trails nearby. With al fresco dining and free WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River

  • On-Site Trail & Pub | Shared Outdoor Space | Serene Surroundings

    Enjoy roasting s’mores under a starry sky, embarking on morning walks along the water, and hosting cocktails on the river-view deck at this cozy vacation rental. The apartment boasts 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and endless outdoor amenities. You’ll find restaurants and cafes within a mile, while endless hiking, the Tuckaleechee Caverns, and the bustling destinations of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are a scenic drive away!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom: 1 queen bed
    - Living Room: 1 queen bed

    SHARED PERKS
    - River-view deck w/ seating
    - Al fresco dining, fire pit (wood provided), outdoor shower

    APARTMENT PERKS
    - Cozy living space
    - Decorative stone fireplace
    - Mountain decor
    - Dining table

    KITCHEN
    - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
    - Microwave, coffee maker
    - Cooking basics, dishware/flatware

    GENERAL
    - Free WiFi
    - Linens/towels
    - Air conditioning, central heating
    - Basic toiletries, hair dryer, bathroom w/ shower/tub combo

    FAQ
    - Not suitable for children

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - Stairs required for entry
    - Single-story apartment on 1st floor

    PARKING
    - Driveway (2 vehicles)

    ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
    - There are 4 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - On-site access to Townsend Historical Trail, a 9-mile walking/biking trail
    - On-site access to the Little River; Little River Pub & Deli
    - 2 miles to Davy Crockett Riding Stables
    - 3 miles to Tuckaleechee Caverns & Wild Laurel Golf Course
    - 7-10 miles to Spruce Flats Falls, Meigs Falls, The Sinks
    - 20 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport

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    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    - This single-story apartment is on the 1st floor and requires stairs for entry
    - The property is not suitable for children due to the valuable antiques and collectibles on-site
    - There are other bookable vacation rental units on-site, with some shared amenities
    - Firewood is provided for the fire pit; however, for safety reasons, lighting mechanisms such as matches, lighters, or fire starters are not provided. Guests are encouraged to bring their own or purchase them locally
    - Your safety matters. There are external security cameras facing the parking lot. These do not look into any interior spaces

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Townsend, this apartment is on the waterfront. 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. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hunting nearby. Visit our Townsend travel guide
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Cades Cove
    Cades Cove
    22 min drive - 21.7 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Walland Shop Groceries And Gas
    9 min drive
  • Peaceful Side Social
    3 min drive
  • The Artistic Bean
    3 min drive
  • The Townsend Abbey
    19 min walk
  • Apple Valley Cafe Express
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum, Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail. Townsend Visitor Center and Tube Junction are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Outdoorsmen’s Paradise on the Little River Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a quiet, peaceful place. We really enjoy the creek, the hammock and firepit areas. It's a perfect place to recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Early Spring retreat

We visited the end of March. Weather was perfect. Very peaceful and neat area. Lying in the hammock listening to the river made it very relaxing. It is conveniently located to Cades Cove and Smokey mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David &.

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

Historical building with beautiful view

We were on the run a lot but found the stay comfortable for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Wonderful place!!

We loved this place so much!! It was absolute beautiful and very clean! We loved walking through the creek and even seen some big fish! We can’t wait to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Wonderful place

So quiet and relaxing. The cabin|condo was clean and very welcoming. Highly recommend it for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John U.

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

Amazing place on the river

Awesome place for 2 people beautiful cabin amazing decorations Not secluded but quiet and peaceful Beautiful river views yet still right in Townsend would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Room on the river

It's close to the smoky mountains and on the river. The place was clean. Feels more like a motel than a separate house, it's fine, but you'll have to share the outside space with other people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was beautiful with everything I could possibly need in it. Loved the location by the River - it was wonderful cooling my legs off in it after my race. Would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Great spot!

We were absolutely thrilled with the location of the property as it is conveniently located right by the national park and numerous other attractions. The property itself was really beautiful and well-maintained. Having a little deli and pub on site was incredibly convenient. Check in process was very simple and everything was exactly as expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heath K.

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

Townsend stay

Loved the cabin and location bed wasn’t very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

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

Unplugging at it’s best

Beautiful and tranquil place right on the river. Rental was exactly as described. There is no television, so this is a perfect way to completely unplug when not exploring the Great Smokey Mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie T.

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

Beautiful Property

The property is located in a beautiful location right on the Little River. The cabin was charming and in excellent condition. The property manager was prompt to respond and very kind. We had no issues at all during our stay. I would definitely go back if I am ever in the area again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Relaxing

This was my family's second time staying at this property. We enjoy being able to get right into the water and play. There's lots of areas to sit outside and relax. Everything you need for your vacation. Just bring your food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Peaceful side of the Smokies

We really enjoyed staying at this beautiful property right on the river in Townsend. It was a great location for entrance into the park. The building is historic but renovated nicely and plenty comfortable. If you are a light sleeper I recommend a white noise app because the noise does carry between rooms. We were so happy to stay here on the peaceful side of the Smokies and not in the busy/crazy towns!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Clean and funky

Breathtaking property on the edge of the little pigeon River. Room was immaculate and clean. Hottest shower I've ever experienced! Host (Wendy) is very nice and attentive. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The area and location is beautiful! Wendy was super nice and helpful. The only reason I didn’t give this a 5 star is because me and my mom barely got sleep, we were in a room downstairs and heard the people above us all night long- walking around and talking, amongst other things.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

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

Perfect stay

This property was exactly as described. The setting is beautiful-couldn’t ask for anything more peaceful. Especially the stream outside the apartment with plenty of seating options. We spent so much time outside-on the porch, sitting next to the running river or even in the river. As mentioned the walls were thin and you could hear other guests. The kitchen is small but well appointed. My favorite part was getting to know Wendy!! She was such a gracious hostess-quick to respond and so helpful with ideas and suggestions! I spent 2 weeks in this slice of heaven and I hope to return again soon!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

The property and check in and out process was great. The cleanliness of the window treatment needs much attention. That is why i gave 3 stars on cleanliness. There needs to be more toilet paper left in the cabin. The fire pit does not emit heat. It is a solostove. Other than that, it was a great stay. Thank you soo much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle J.

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

Nice Getaway

Super cozy and charismatic property. Beautiful riverside set up. Easy access, smooth process, clean & comfortable! "Quiet time" is much earlier than most places and the walls are pretty thin. It was advised at check in that there was need for care on sound, but it was more than expected. Our neighbors could hear us talking when we thought we were speaking in our room low enough, and we could hear someone snoring throughout the night from an adjacent room both nights. Sharing this not as major detriment to the stay, but something for consideration.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwenn L.

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

Rustic apartment by the River

Overall it was a nice trip and a decent place to stay. Keeping me from rating it excellent: no TV, owner control of heat/AC, thin walls/ceiling and offsite laundry. Otherwise a great location … 10-60-minute drive to explore the areas we were wanting to- Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Gatlinburg & Knoxville. If I had realized no TV in the rental, we could have brought a tablet so we could watch a movie together after hiking and adventuring all day as we did have internet. Walls were very thin… could hear other folks getting up in the night to go to the bathroom. Sprinkling/light rain drips through the night. River could also be heard and that was lovely. Overall a nice stay, just not rustic enough (single unit cabin) or too rustic for an apartment/hotel situation. We didn’t try the onsite pub, but their menu looks pretty good and the owner said they offer renters a discount. Water was hot and didn’t run out on back to back showers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

7 is not a lucky number

This place is called strawberry patch inn. Which isn’t named anywhere on Vrbo to be able to look up reviews. Very nice property BUT we came in for a big event so there was only one person handling check in at time of arrival Quiet time rules which is no biggie BUT being in room 7, you can hear EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING. From conversations, laughing, walking and even more stuff during quiet times. I had to use the blow dryer to cut out sounds I didn’t want to hear. Also, the room temperature is not controllable in the room. You have to contact the property manager to adjust the temp. Bring blankets bc only 1 is on the bed and nothing extra We were only provided 4 towels for 2 adults staying 3 nights. Beautiful scenery but some money needs to be put back into the property to sound proof it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Mixed Bag- Great Property, Poor Mgt

Great property. The cabin is rustic and charming and has a wonderful location right on the river. The home is lacking some basic necessities though. No digital thermostat, No TV.....Both were inconveniences. The home was clean and as described for the most part. The management left plenty to be desired. We arrived and were locked out. Apparently the owner insists that you check in 48 hours prior to arrival in order to get the code. As a guest, I don't want to study the mice type of the check in process. The check in process should be simple and clear....and I've never heard of having to check in 48 hours prior....this is totally unacceptable. The check in instructions (including door code) should have been emailed to guest prior to arrival. I had to call owner to get code and she proceeds to keep me on the phone for 20 minutes fumbling around trying to get the code and then INSISTS that I do a detailed tour of the home with her on the phone so she can talk me through every operating feature in the home. When I told I wasn't going to do that because we were tired from driving and just wanted to check in our home, she got a huge attitude and started reprimanding me for not checking in 2 days ago. A completely tone-deaf manager ,who has unreasonable expectations, micro-manages. and is not utilizing basic technology like all of the other homes to communicate efficiently with guests. Overall- Good Stay but can be improved with some easy changes to management. .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Wonderful place!!

We loved this place so much!! It was absolute beautiful and very clean! We loved walking through the creek and even seen some big fish! We can’t wait to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome! The unit was in great shape. The location was perfect for exploring the smoky mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a quick weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025