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Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common space

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck

Black Bear- Little River Cabin

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Discover the beauty and magic of the East Tennessee mountains at this riverfront retreat in Townsend. Newly constructed in 2023, this two-story, rustic/industrial cabin boasts a breathtaking interior with floor-to-ceiling windows, Little River views, high-end amenities, and exquisite comforts. Venture out a bit to experience a number of popular attractions including the Sinks, the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster, and Ober Gatlinburg, all within 20 short miles of your door. You'll also find a grocery store within walking distance as well as a friendly local brewhouse.

The open-concept island kitchen offers everything the visiting chef in your group will need to prepare anything from fresh-brewed morning coffee to elaborate, full-course dinners. Dine indoors or gather out on the deck for a memorable alfresco experience overlooking the water. Back inside, bask in the glow of the towering, custom fireplace while you sit beneath 27-foot vaulted ceilings and stream your favorite TV channels on one of seven TVs. Upstairs in the open loft, guests of all ages are sure to have a wonderful time playing pool, enjoying games of Ping-Pong, going head-to-head on the cocktail-style arcade game tables, or kicking back in one of two private media rooms to watch movies and shows.

And back outside, soak away your cares in the soothing hot tub before gathering at the firepit to tell stories, roast s'mores, and watch stars dot the night sky.

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 Mountain Coaster and Skyland Ranch (a $205.00 Value) as well as Exclusive Discounted Tickets to Anakeesta, Hatfield & McCoy, Dolly's Stampede, Comedy Barn and more.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Tennessee LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is a Ring Camera at the front door.
The is a Camera viewing the driveway.
Three is a Camera viewing the Carport door.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Tennessee
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tube Junction, or check out an event or a game at Jack Renfro Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Townsend Abbey - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront luxury cabin w/ Free Attraction TIckets, private hot tub & deck located?

This family-friendly Townsend cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Townsend Visitor Center. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Great peaceful getaway

Everything one could ask for to unplug and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Townsend

Awesome house plenty room. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

Perfect Cabin & Location!!!!

The cabin was beautiful, its location on the Little River was amazing, and there were multiple great restaurants within biking distance. We’ve already recommended it to multiple families and would certainly return if/when our vacation plans bring us back to Townsend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great Location

The house is fantastic. It is perfectly located to Maryville and surrounding area without having to stay in town. The walking distance to local restaurants was a great bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

EVERYTHING!!!

This property has everything you need for a relaxing home away from home. Beautiful!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Amazing!

Otter family of four lives behind the house. You get to see them swimming every evening.
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10/10 Excellent

Mollie S.

Perfect getaway

Great location, beautiful house! We had 6 adults and 3 toddlers with plenty of room. 12 would be a tight squeeze especially because sound travels throughout the house easily. Would definitely recommend for your next Townsend trip!

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

SM National Park

The house was beautiful and the mountains are always amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clifford J.

Black Bear Cabin

Great fantastic place to visit. Everything was fantastic. I would highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Luxury mountain cabin

Modern mountain lodge with every amenity you could want. Plenty of parking, outdoor games and room for the kids to run. Super location, quiet street, backing up to the river and just 3 blocks away from the local grocery store, brewery and ice cream shop. We will be back!!
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

LittleRiver

The cabin was very nice and very well stocked. Just needed some more trash bags and toilet paper, but the towels were plentiful, as well as kitchen amenities. The windows didn’t have any shades which meant you were up as soon as the sun came up and it was difficult to access the river without any formal steps, but other than that it was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carlie B.

Mini Honeymoon Escape

This property was perfectly nestled by local restaurants and breweries, and provided the perfect spot for us to relax after our wedding. From the fire pit from a salvaged tree to the game rooms, this cabin was perfect for activities and relaxation. You can drink your coffee on a porch swing then go a few miles to a local cave. The property was built with care, which shows in its design and furnishings. I can’t wait to come back!!

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

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

Family fall getaway

House and location are 5 star. We enjoyed just being in the house hanging out together. Then we enjoyed short walks to restaurants, grocery store, ice cream, and the playground! Our grandchildren call it the great “mountain house!” The fire pit was a hit too, and the s’mores. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

Most Beautiful Home!

My girlfriends and I love to take a trip where we can find peace and serenity; a refuge from our busy lives. This home is THE BEST we have found. Not only is it absolutely beautiful, but it has every comfort you could imagine. We played games, sat around the fire pit in the evenings, enjoyed the hot tub, cooked meals, chilled on the beautiful porch overlooking the little river, and enjoyed watching all of nature. When we first put our heads on our pillows, it was like sleeping on big puffy clouds! This home is within walking distance of great food, ice cream, groceries and supplies. We can’t wait to come back! If we could put more than 5 stars, we would!
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

NO REGRETS!!! WE LOVE IT!!

The place is absolutely beautiful! Location is great as well. You are close to fuel and food. The beds and pillows are very comfortable! This is our official spot to stay when we come back each year. You truly feel at home. Being a woman, I would love for the hot tub to burn the demons off of me when I get in lol. However, I understand why it has a strict setting. The communication and detailed instructions are wonderful in every aspect. Please be mindful and respect the neighbors. They all seem quite lovely. If you are looking for a loud party spot in the middle of nowhere this is not it. This place is quiet and very peaceful. It's super kid friendly. We loved waking up to the sound of the birds and access to the balcony from our rooms. We love it so much, we did not want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steffanie B.

Waking On The Water 💦

First Off, I booked this location for my “Annual Girls Float “ this will be the 8th year we have floating The Rat all together. We have all been watching this location and it’s phenomenal build out over the past years and once it became a rental with that cute little bear advertisement outside I knew that we would book it eventually!!! This Home Was Absolutely Stunning. 🤩 The attention to detail was Phenomenal. I applaud the owners on a Beautiful Buildout and thinking of all the awesome options to making a rental fun for its guests!!! The home was very clean and offered all cooking needs for entertaining a big group. I was worried about the sleeping arrangements for my group however It slept our group wonderfully. Once booked the team sends out a 3D version of the layout which helped tremendously upon arrival and scheduling of beds. Real Estate is always about Location, Location, Location!!!! With that said, Our Favorite thing about this house was its Location!!! We walked to so many fun things that Townsend had to offer and the other were a short distance drive. We can’t wait to book the home again in the future!!! 🤩
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

Best on the river HANDS DOWN

We’ve been visiting Townsend for many years and have never been more impressed with a home away from home as we have here. The location is prime. Walking distance to stores and steps to the infamous winding river in the heart of the Smokey Mountains . Traveling with family is a breeze when you have a fully stocked kitchen complete with all necessities whether bringing home takeout or cooking an entire family meal. We were here during the Christmas season and enjoyed the decorated Christmas tree the beautiful lights and garland around the railing. It checked all the boxes especially three coziness of a traditional mountain cabin experience. The beds are sooo cozy, as were the upscale linens. The boys loved their rooms upstairs complete with tv, arcade games and fun sleeping arrangements. Outside under the covered patio is an amazing hot tub with hammocks and corn hole, sidewalk chalk, you name it…there was always something to do, when doing nothing at all! The best part was that we were able to still enjoy the outdoors even in the rain. The spacious lower deck is just an addition to the usable space inside which made this large size cabin almost double in size. Families are more than accounted for here! What an exclusive opportunity it was for us to stay here and anyone looking for the perfect balance of rustic modern, cabin on the river and luxury retreat you have to stop scrolling and book now!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

Awesome Cabin Wonderful Family Time!

Simply put the Best short term rental experience we’ve ever had. Literally River Front Luxury at its finest. Our family didn’t want to go home. It was stunning, it was bright and comfortable. From the massive Hot Tub overlooking the river to the Aspen-wood furniture in the bedrooms to the 65” & 70” ultra modern flat screen TV’s everything was First Class. The custom made pool table turns into a ping pong table. The kitchen is out of a magazine on World Class kitchens. The bathrooms were breathtaking. The floor to ceiling glass and multiple sliding glass doors brought the nature indoors every day. The wood work was everywhere, the Nature rails were mind blowing beautiful. The swings, the hammock, the outdoor furnishings it was all like a dream come true. I have not made s’mores with our grandkids in years. Did we talk about the location yet? Walking distance to grocery, pizza, to a craft brew house, even to the Townsend visitors center all a short fun walk. Super easy to park multiple cars and so close to the GSMP hiking and biking. We will come back again and again, highly recommend. Hoping we can get back in as this cabin will stay booked that’s for sure. “Enjoyed It”
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene T.

TOTALLY TOTALLY 10 STAR AMAZING.....

My husband and I had been so looking forward to our stay at Black Bear - Little River Cabin...Townsend has always been a favorite spot for us and we have had many visits but Never like our stay at Black Bear. This cabin was built with Finess, Passion and it is exquisite through and through. You can tell every inch of this home was thought out and special in one way or another. Its fully furnished with handmade bedroom furniture and many unique pieces. The beds are extremely comfortable for a great night sleep. From the moment you walk in there is a warmth of peace and happiness, with all the comforts of home. If it's cold, you can enjoy the fireplace and the cozy living room or enjoy the outdoor firepit. The house is stocked with fun games for the whole family to play and gaming for the young. The mountains and views are amazing, the neighborhood and town people are friendly and inviting. You can take a walk, a bike ride or enjoy a car ride through the Cades Cove Scenic Loop/National Park...This cabin in built on the river where the water is so calm and inviting. Sitting out on the upper deck back patios is one of the most peaceful enjoyable moments of our trip watching the sun go down and that natural beauty. We so look forward to coming back to Black Bear during the summer months when the river will be full of people fishing, tubing and enjoying the peaceful side of the Smokies. I highly recommend if you want to go home with No Regrets, and a smile on your face from an amazing get away, that you invest your time and stay at the Black Bear. We will be back....Everyone Enjoy Darlene

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