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Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly

Cabin in Townsend with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Almost Heaven is nestled in the charming town of Townsend, with its inviting rustic atmosphere and sweeping mountain views. This cabin offers a cozy deck among the treetops, a wood-burning fireplace for chilly evenings, and activities like hiking in Great Smoky Mountains National Park or exploring Tuckaleechee Caverns.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly

Almost Heaven

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Stunningly positioned in Townsend - on the 'Peaceful Side of the Smokies' - this cabin will charm you with its inviting rustic atmosphere and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. Your new home away from home has a lovely deck that sits among the treetops, and a wood-burning fireplace to toast your toes as you relax and unwind on chilly mountain evenings.

While Townsend is only a short drive from bustling Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, you’ll find delightful activities without ever leaving town. Visit the Tuckaleechee Caverns or the Smoky Mountain Heritage Museum, or spend a day hiking and fishing in the gorgeous expanse of Great Smoky Mountains National Park (five miles east). Also close by is Maryville (15 miles west), where there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and historic attractions like Fort Craig Spring. Just a short 20-mile drive to the east is Pigeon Forge, which offers all sorts of family-friendly attractions, from the iconic Dollywood to WonderWorks.

With your reservation, enjoy one FREE Ticket to each of these attractions: Paula Dean's Lumberjack Dinner Show, Wonderworks, Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel, NASCAR Speedpark, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster and Skyland Ranch, Alcatraz East Crime Museum, Fox Fire Adventure Park, and County Tonight (a $305.00 Value) as well as Exclusive Discounted Tickets to Anakeesta, Hatfield & McCoy, Dolly's Stampede, Comedy Barn and more. *Attractions are subject to change.

Things to Know
No WiFi
Full kitchen
Dog-friendly
*Wood not provided for the fireplace
This property is managed by Vacasa Tennessee LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
29945

About the area

Map
Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dancing Bean - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Towns End Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Laurel Valley Golf Course, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Secluded Home w/ Free Attraction TIckets, Sweeping Mountain Views & Dog-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 104 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronnal W.

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

Enjoyed trip

Nice after you find it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Regina H.

Overall great place to stay. However Hot Tub was not working, no grill, no washer/ dryer and no b...

Loved the Mountain View, reasonably quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Total disappointment

The description of this listing is way off. The map is basically useless finding the cabin. Doesn't state it's up a winding one way road barely wide enough for 1 vehicle which we were almost ran off of trying to find the cabin. At the turn onto the gravel portion of the road the right side of the road is severely washed out and impossible for a regular car to go up. We ended up renting a different cabin from another host. I will never book with Vacasa again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia O.

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

Home Away from Home

We've stayed here before. We love the view and quietness.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Abigail L.

Convenient location and a great view

The view is amazing. It was just like the pictures. The house was clean when we got there. It was hard to find at first but we were able to use the written directions from the check in instructions. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ondrea E.

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

Absolutely more than expected

This was more than I expected. Location was easy to find and the view was amazing! Will definitely book this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020
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8/10 Good

Josh A.

Reasonable cabin with a great view

This cabin is within Townsend. All necessary amenities were there. It is perfect for a getaway. We had four adults and had plenty of room. This cabin had not been updated, but that has helped it keep a reasonable nightly rate. If you want peace and quiet, this is a great cabin.

6/10 Okay

Melinda R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Tiny cabin, spectacular mountain views!

This cabin is perfect for 1-2 people who plan to spend most of their time either on the porch staring at the mountains, or out exploring the area. There unfortunately wasn’t any local tv available or wifi but there was plenty of service to use phones. The views make up for it though!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary LaShone N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It is a quaint house, couch needs replaced, hot tub was not working:(. The little yard needed weedeated, Bathroom is small but nice and clean, no dishwasher but I don’t mind washing a few dishes :), the washer and dryer in the below area was a No for us, it had items laid across it and they were dirty so we just brought home clothes to wash. Kids do not need to be on the rails hanging or leaning to heavily on, they need stabilized. Bring all the condiments you need from salt and pepper to other things, it is not stocked like some of the other cabins. Work has been done on it and the view is beautiful:) beware of driveway, it’s like a one lane road and steep, we only met someone 1 time and they backed up. For the money I would give it a 4, for the cleanliness of outside 2, cleanliness of Inside 4. We had a good time and enjoyed the view, the property manager was quick to respond and got us in early. I really wish the hot un had worked. But I think I have been very fair and honest on my review :)
Driveway
Driveway
View off balcony
Living, dining,kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tara and Jim M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Nightmare

Do not rent. The same issues that are reported months ago still have not been fixed. Management company runs property. They do nothing. Gave me cleaning fees back and booking. It is discussing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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4/10 Poor

Arthur P.

Needs Some TLC

Hot tub never never heated up. Followed directions. Still never worked. Carpet needs to be replaced. It's really, really nasty. The BBQ grill was falling apart. The cabin is beautiful and has a great view. In need of little TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Matthew T.

Do not stay here!!!

Cabin is almost in disrepair. Hot tube does not work, porch is being pulled down because of the weight of the hot tube. Sheets were not washed. Furniture was old, uncomfortable, and falling apart. Cabin leaked and door would barely lock… either pay a little more and go somewhere else, until the company fixed this cabin, do not stay here….
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Sara S.

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

Poorly maintained

Vacasa sent me an early check in stating it was ready, it wasn’t. When it was finally ready, it was not clean. There was dust caked on the ceiling fan, beams, door frames, and walls. The whole cabin smelled badly like mold and mildew, a note was left on the hot tub saying it was out of order and empty, the property had a lot of damage. Cracked bathroom window and sink, kitchen cabinets damaged and broken along bottom, hole in carpet covered by another badly cut piece laid across hole with paper towels folded under it, hole in screen door, the carpet was stained and had a really dirty feel on your feet. It was poorly maintained and very dirty. We were disappointed with the cabin and the rental company because all they did was say they were sorry. I was still charged a hot tub fee for a hot tub that didn’t work and a cleaning fee when it doesn’t look like anything was cleaned aside from new sheets being put on the beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Frances M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Could have been better

Upon arrival we bought $150. Of food. Ice cream. Milk. Eggs. Deli meat. Ect. Upon arrival we got to the cabin and the refrigerator seemed not cold. I read the welcome information saying the refrigerator could not seem as cold but will be fine in a few hours. Come Saturday morning the refrigerator was still not cold. Ice cream had melted. Everything spoiled. I called maintenance and they sent someone out. They did we did get a loaner refrigerator which did work. I did ask for a refund of the food I lost and haven't heard back from Vacasa. The carpet was kinda gross. The view was amazing. The deck needs some repairs. The hottest is sinking the deck. Which is scary. The blinds need updated. One blind fell off when I went to pull it down. The toilet started leaking on Sunday. Needless to say we left a say earlier the planned because of all the frustration. I have reached out Vacasa and haven't heard anything about Hopefully getting some sort of reimbursement. Great view though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Diana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unfortunately we were only there for one night before having issue with the water and Vacasa acted very quickly to move us to another cabin. This was a cute little very rustic cabin. Had a beautiful view. It is secluded in the woods if that is what you are looking for. We enjoyed the one afternoon and evening we were there. Sort of like glamping in this one.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicol N.

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

Review

I would not stay here if I were you ! This place smells like cats and dogs bad and had a lot of bugs !! Very uncomfortable!!! I had an allergic reaction and my whole eye is swollen up !! If you have allergies I would definitely NOT  book this
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bill J.

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

Nice and tidy little cabin, beautiful views and setting - Vacasa managed though…

Great spot just outside of Townsend. We go down a couple times a year to hike and fish. We were pleasantly surprised at the property, some previous reviews made it sound not too appealing, but was clean and perfectly fine. Only issue is that the property is managed by Vacasa, which I thought wasn’t allowed by Vrbo. The Vacasa check in and “Identity verification” is clunky and seems like a scam. They threatened to cancel my reservation because I didn’t answer the scammy sounding call and voicemail - even though I booked and paid through Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia O.

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

cabin on the hill

Great as always! Love that view!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Almost Heaven needs some work

Overall I give 4 of 5 stars. It’s is a diamond in the rough. The setting is gorgeous- views are amazing. The road to get to the cabin is not the stairway to heaven. The cabin itself is wonderful. The hot tub is not working and we were not notified of this prior to arrival. Again views are heavenly, thus the name fits. More trash bags and towels would have been great. Also needs some extra/throw blankets for the cold season. The fireplace gives a wonderful ambiance. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alana B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Don’t waste your money.

Dead bugs all over the place upon arrival including on furniture, beds and in cabinets on “clean”dishes. Furniture was incredible uncomfortable. Couch was covered in sticky stuff and recliner was broken. Beds were very uncomfortable. We didn’t get restful sleep the whole trip. Carpet was stained and disgusting. The cabin was generally outdated. For the price we paid I expected ALOT more comfort. Everything was so gross and uncomfortable that I was not able to relax. Waste of money.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kelsey S.

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

Will not be coming back. Gross

I wish that I had looked at the reviews before booking. The entire house smelled like dog and pee. It was one of the worst smells I have ever experienced. We had to sleep with the doors open it was so bad. There were bugs everywhere when we got there. I messaged them and was told that the local staff was coming to help with the cleaning and smell and no one showed. Hot tub was broken which was one of the main reasons we wanted to stay there. We will not be coming back. The view was pretty but I will never stay in a place that is dirty like that again. You can tell the place didn’t get cleaned before we came. There was hair all over the bathtub, dirt around the sink, bugs in every area of the house and the smell was absolutely disgusting. For as much as we paid to stay here you would think it would be clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Almost Heaven

Nice quiet area, close to Cades Cove, not far from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Yvonne S.

No working hot tub

The view is AMAZING!!! Cute cabin! This cabin advertises a hot tub, but it was out of order. No cold water in the kitchen sink, and the hot is scalding. Dishes were dirty. Couch and beds aren't very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Marly C.

Booking Discretion Advised

Cabin booking seems lovely online however the cabin is located up a very steep mountain with winding gravel roads. Which is not very functional for smaller vehicles and should be advised. The hot tub was still down from the previous guest. The beds in both rooms were very firm and uncomfortable to sleep on. We did not get a restful sleep and ended up leaving a night early because we slept so terrible. Also not a huge deal but not a friendly stay if you need internet for whatever reason. If staying for the attractions of pigeon forge or gatlinburg be advised it is a 45 minute drive each way. Entry way from parking was washed away from rain and could be a hazard for anyone trying to walk up or down. Not recommended for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Yvonne H.

Amazing View!

Thank you for sharing your home with us for the past three days, it was lovely and the view was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024