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The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dark wooden dining table with woven chairs. - The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A two-story house with a porch, a small staircase, and a flag. - The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A room with a built-in bench seat, a window with blinds, and a hanging orange light fixture. - The family friendly, easily accessible new 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 family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds. - The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! (Townsend)
Nestled in a quiet area, this spacious home offers a serene retreat with mountain views. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy fast high-speed internet after exploring the nearby Townsend Biketrail.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

The family friendly, easily accessible new 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!!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Please park in driveway only. No parking on street or grass.
Please keep fires in the firepit small. This is for small fires only- NO BONFIRES!! Police will be called if it gets too big/dangerous.
Please observe neighborhood quiet hours of 9pm-7am.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Packnplay, stroller, outdoor swing and high chair

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Townsend, this vacation 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Tube Junction, 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

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peaceful Side Social
    6 min walk
  • The Townsend Abbey
    11 min walk
  • Burgermaster Drive-in
    3 min drive
  • The Artistic Bean
    10 min walk
  • Elvira's Cafe
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! located?

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

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The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

8/10 Good

Kathy W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzie L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Doug O.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Laney T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ariel D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

7 Sisters Birthday Celebration

The house was lovely and decorated perfectly for the fall season. Loved the electric fireplace. The kitchen was stocked very well. The beds were comfortable and the house was perfect for our group of 6 adults. Close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Pictures don’t do it justice!

We loved our stay. Had all the amenities anyone could ask for. My kids enjoyed the smores station as well as the hot chocolate. We like that we could just park our bicycles and ride them around the neighborhood to local eateries. Will definitely be starting again! Missy was a great communicator and kept us posted on everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Perfect Home Away from Home in an Unbeatable Location

We had such a fantastic time at this cottage in Townsend, TN! From the moment we arrived, it felt like a true home away from home. The attention to detail in stocking and preparing the space was exceptional, and it was clear how much care the hosts put into creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. The location is absolutely unbeatable—perfect for exploring the area and enjoying the beauty of Townsend. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. I wholeheartedly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing and well-appointed getaway. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024