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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dark wooden dining table with woven chairs. - The Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds. - The Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a fireplace and a door with a wreath. - The Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A room with a built-in bench seat, a window with blinds, and a hanging orange light fixture. - The Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A two-story house with a porch, a small staircase, and a flag. - The Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at The Peacefulside Retreat!. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Peacefulside Retreat!

  • Spacious new home with fast high speed internet in a quiet area, great for walking and biking! The Townsend Biketrail is less than 1000 ft away! Easily walk or bike to the only grocery store in town- the IGA! And a tunnel in front of the IGA goes under the highway, making crossing the road trouble free. Our home is easy to find- no winding roads or steep hills to climb, and conveniently located to everything Townsend has to offer. Plenty of free parking and Mountain Views included!

    *Fully stocked kitchen
    *Ceiling fans in every room-even on the front porch
    *New beds/mattresses in all bedrooms
    *Cabinet w/indoor games and puzzles
    *Closet w/ outdoor games
    *Pack n play, umbrella stroller, outdoor swing and high chair/booster seat provided for our smallest guests!

    45 minutes from Knoxville and Gatlinburg.
    30 minutes from Pigeon Forge.
    25 minutes from airport.
    And less than 5 minutes to the entrance of the GSMNP!!

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About the area

Located in Townsend, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Ober Mountain is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Travelling with kids? Consider River Rage Go-Kart Track, or check out an event or a game at Jack Renfro Stadium. Visit our Townsend travel guide
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Walland Shop Groceries And Gas
    13 min drive
  • Peaceful Side Social
    6 min walk
  • The Townsend Abbey
    11 min walk
  • Burgermaster Drive-in
    3 min drive
  • The Heavenly Roast
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Peacefulside Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Peacefulside Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Peacefulside Retreat! located?

This family-friendly Townsend holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Townsend Visitor Center. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Reviews

The Peacefulside Retreat! Reviews

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10

Cleanliness

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Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay and comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extra clean and everything you need!!! Host was great at communicating with us. Looking forward to our stay in 2027.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very fast with communication. The house was very clean and spacious for my husband and I and our 3 daughters. It was also well stocked and in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to a grocery store/coffee shop/restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, Host is very responsive . Property is very well kept, has anything you could need. Great location to the National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Townsend is beautiful and this home is convenient to walking path, stores, Cades Cove, and a short drive to Pigeon Forge. We enjoyed being able to relax and spend time together with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, so clean and beautiful property inside and out. Perfect location for a quieter family but very easy access to the park. Peaceful Side Social was also a perfect meeting spot for families to enjoy. We have now stayed twice, Missy was so helpful! We will be back another time in the future! Thank you, Missy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place! It’s a very pleasant, convenient location! It’s comfortable and the extra amenities are above and beyond what we have experienced in other places. The host always responds to any concerns or requests! Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was PERFECT!!!! The hostess did everything possible to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We would LOVE to stay at "Peacefulside Retreat" again. It is the cleanest and most comfortable place we have ever rented in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house Great Location

Loved the location and the house was great. Friendly and responsive host! We would definitely stay here on future visits!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed staying in Townsend. The home is beautiful and in a great location. Missy was an awesome host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place in Townsend!

Wonderful place to stay. Very clean and well appointed. Can’t beat the location on the doorstep of the Smokies. Great host as well thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best Stay!

We’ve been vacationing in Townsend for a few years, and this is the best place to stay! This house is so clean and welcoming, and it is fully stocked with everything you need from cooking to recreation. Within walking distance to many great restaurants is a plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

This is the #1 vacation home in Townsend and surrounding area. Perfect location, neighborhood is great. The house is spotless and perfect wil recommend this home to everyone I know heading to townsend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

Very nice property and great location if you like a peaceful visit to Great Smokey Mountain National Park! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay! Everything was wonderful, clean, and the house feels brand new. They even have extras for little ones like children, plates and cups, a stroller. Wonderful layout for family to stay, bathtub for a littles. Beautiful decor with fall touches.Will absolutely stay again! I hope these owners have other properties because it was such a stand out place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home in Townsend.

Great place to stay away from the crowds. Lovely home, well furnished with lots of extras provided for our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Everything about the home is great. I love that they have games and the beds were super comfy. The house is just adorable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Side Retreat

Excellent property, very clean, well furnished, great communication with owner, and convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This house was absolutely perfect for our girls getaway. Clean, well-stocked, and walking distance to Peaceful Side Social! Three big bedrooms with our own bathrooms. We will come and stay with fsmilies next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Getaway

This home set the whole vibe for my birthday getaway with my family. Great location , super clean , spacious and just all around felt like home. The pictures dont do it justice, it’s a-lot bigger than what we expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect size. Perfect location.

We stayed here for spring break with 4 adults and 3 children. This home was amazingly clean and so well stocked! There was nothing forgotten. The location was ideal for restaurants, sightseeing, etc. The upstairs area was perfect for the kids and we loved all having our own bathroom. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An incredible location for family fun.

Missy does a tremendous job with keeping her home clean, well stocked with any needs, and is prompt with all communication. This is the third time our family has stayed in this home over the years and we will continue to vacation with Missy. Thanks for all you do and we will be sure to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice change of pace

We have been coming to Townsend for years and usually stay in a cabin; this time we decided to try something different; this place was straight out of Southern Living; very clean and comfortable, convenient to town and the Park, owner was responsive to a a few questions; overall very pleasant experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Texas Sisters in TN

This home is beautifully appointed and the host has done a great job making the property family friendly. Peaceful neighborhood within walking distance of the river and lots of restaurants and shops. We loved it here and will be back and recommend this property to our friends and family. Missy is an awesome host!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Party

We stayed here for our daughter's wedding in Cades Cove. This home is beautiful, clean, and well thought out. Missy, the host, is extremely kind and helpful. The personal touches for your trip that she put into it makes it extra special. We love coming to Townsend and have found our new "go to" home to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025