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Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7

2.0 star property

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Nestled in the beautiful Dry Valley area of Townsend, Red Bank Schoolhouse offers mountain and pasture views from its open deck, covered porch, or while relaxing in the hot tub. With a rich library for all interests and a new kitchen addition to please cooks alike.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7

Guests have been returning to the historic Red Bank Schoolhouse since 1992, when the owners lovingly restored this original schoolhouse. Nestled in the beautiful Dry Valley area of Townsend, Red Bank offers both mountain and pasture views, reminiscent of it's neighbor ...Cade's Cove, which can be enjoyed from the open deck, covered porch, or while relaxing in the hot tub. A quarter of a mile up the quiet country road is the border to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Schoolhouse Gap Road itself, offers a perfect early morning walk or biking trip, with misty meadows, roadside wildflowers, farming activity, and only an occasional passer by. At the house, guests enjoy all the comforts of home - a woodburning fireplace with it's hand-built Foxfire chimney, a rich library of area interests for the whole family, as well as films and music, as well as a new kitchen addition, sure to please cooks and non-cooks alike. Traditional furnishings, schoolhouse history, and artwork add a personal touch to this country home. Red Bank's gardens, lawn, and towering shade trees attract birds in all seasons and provide lots of friendly space for fun and games. The herd of cows across the road provide a constant source of natural entertainment from the deck or lawn swings. A stay in this century old landmark brings frequent comments to the Guestbook, such as ..."We leave rested and restored" ...."An inspirational place!" ...."a vacation we'll never forget" ....and "we'll be back!.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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About the neighborhood

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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Cades Cove - 38 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 located?

Situated in Townsend, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Red Bank Schoolhouse | 3 BR/ 2 BA, Sleeps 7 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

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

Very charming with great history!

We really enjoyed our stay in this old schoolhouse! It is filled with interesting information about its history and various occupants. There are several binders filled with pictures and stories from previous guests, which I spent a long time reading.The place does suffer from some age-related issues. The floor is uneven in places, and one of the breakers in the circuit box seems to trip randomly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

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

Peaceful

House is old but expected.We had a very relaxing week and the house was more than what we expected.Wonderful views. Loved how the house had the backstory and the history of the property in the house.We will be returners.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

eric k.

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

Old school

The first thing we noticed when we pulled up is that there is absolutely no privacy . You share a driveway with the house immediately next door . There is a house directly behind the house the house immediately behind the house into the left and a house immediately below the house to the right . When you park your car you're actually closer to the neighbor's house then you are to the place you're renting. Like I said no privacy . Lovely hot tub on the deck , if you don't mind the neighbors watching you in it . There were roaches. The porches look like they have never been cleaned. The grill look like it had never been cleaned. When we cooked in the kitchen it smelled like bug poison . We knew when we rented that it was an old school house but there is a difference between rustic and nasty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Alison M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

Daddy's Trip

Beautiful place to stay. Very comfortable and they provide everything you need to cook with. The jacuzzi tub could use a privacy panel and it would have been better, for the hot tub to be under a shelter, as it rained everyday, but we really did enjoy our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

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

Wonderful home away from home

Great rustic cottage. Wonderful to have two showers for our family to use. The floor does slant because of age of the home so be careful if you are someone with balance issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy B.

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

Not as Pictured

First, the location and views are great. But pictures have to be from a decade ago. There needs to be updates and upgrades and the house needs to be leveled (like walking on a ship). Cleaning and upkeep of the property really needs to be improved as well We come to the Smokies often. This would have been the worst rental, except for the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020