At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Townsend holiday home include Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove.
The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Townsend Abbey - 12 min walk
The Artistic Bean - 2 min drive
Apple Valley Cafe - 2 min drive
Riverstone Family Restaurant - 4 min drive
Burger Master Drive In - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail
Located just off of Hwy 321 for easy access all year round. Our wrap-around porch, fire pit, wood burning fireplace, updated amenities and fully-stocked kitchen all make this an ideal landing spot for a carefree vacation. The Townsend Historical trail (a paved walking/biking path trailing for miles throughout Townsend) is accessible directly from the driveway. Just 20 minutes from Cades Cove and 5 minutes from the Townsend entrance to GSMNP!
Professional Photos coming soon! **Please note - these are the only pictures we currently have until we have the professional photos. We will update the listing as soon as we receive them!
• Single Level Home • Wrap Around Porch with Seating • Wood Burning Fireplace & TV in the Family Room • Wood Burning Fire Pit • Gas Grill • Spacious Yard • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Wifi • Washer/Dryer • No 4WD Necessary
Sleeps 6! 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms: • Master Bedroom King Bed, Smart TV, & En Suite Bathroom • 2nd Bedroom: Queen Bed & Smart TV • 3rd Bedroom: Twin Bed with Trundle
At Haven, we pride ourselves on our guests’ experience. We understand that having a clean and sanitized space is part of that experience. We want to notify all guests that in addition to the extensive cleaning standards we already follow, we have recently doubled down on disinfecting and sanitizing our homes so that our guests can rest assured the home they stay at for their vacation is as safe as possible. Haven’s guests can sleep easy knowing that we take safety issues seriously and that we are responding to the current challenges in a way that allows you to relax and enjoy your stay with us, your friends, and family.
Guests have access to the entire house.
We are available if you need us!
Townsend River Walk (0.5mi) Foothills Parkway (7.4mi) Parkway Drive-In Theatre (13.6mi) Cades Cove (16.7mi) Cades Cove Cellars (8.5) Pigeon Forge (18.1mi) Gatlinburg (23.4mi) Anakeesta (22.3mi) The Island (16.8mi) Dollywood (20.6mi) Dolly Parton’s Stampede (18.8mi) Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen (16.8mi) The Local Goat Restaurant (17.4mi)
We recommend having a vehicle on hand!
- Due to the agreement with our cleaning service provider, we are not able to accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs. You may check-in as early as 4 pm and must check out by 10 am.
- For your convenience we supply you with a limited starter kit of toilet paper, soap, paper towels, trash bags, and dishwasher detergent. There are several shops you can visit nearby to purchase supplies for the duration of your stay.
- Due to the rural location of this property, cell phone reception may occasionally be spotty.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own firewood.
- The Fireplace is only operational from October 1- April 1.
- Guests are responsible for providing their own propane for grills and outdoor fireplaces. There is often a supply left by previous guests, so we recommend checking before purchase. - You may not book if you live locally without asking for permission and letting us know why you need a place in town.
- By booking with us you agree to download our app to gain access to the property.
- Guests will be expected to clean up spills and messes that they make and throw all their trash in the trash can. Also, it will be the guest's responsibility to do the dishes before they leave.
- To protect the host and guest, we must verify all guests ahead of the stay. Please be aware: As a part of the verification process, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, and pass through our guest portal. The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
- You understand that your check-in instructions will be sent after successfully completing the guest portal.
- THERE WILL BE A $500 CHARGE FOR SMOKING, PARTYING, OR BREAKING ANY OTHER HOUSE RULES!
- Please do not bring glitter, confetti, or anything like that to any of our properties.
- Please ensure that you review the cancellation policy as it pertains to any cancellation for any COVID-19 reason. We encourage guests to purchase travel insurance because we cannot operate outside of our cancellation policy for any reason.
- No food or drink in the hot tub or pool.
***Please Note: Guests will not have access to the garage.
- Due to our close proximity to the National Park, we have a large population of insects, including ladybugs, house flies, stink bugs, millipedes, carpenter bees, and wasps. Although all of our properties are sprayed regularly by a professional pest control company, the city and park areas are not. During various times of the year, these insects may find their way into the property. By booking, you understand that is a possibility during your stay and understand that there will be no refunds related to bugs getting into the property. We will be happy to work with you to get pest control back out if necessary.
Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) apply. Renter will receive and agrees to sign the Terms immediately after making reservation, which will include, but not be limited to, the following: - The “Minimum Age” to rent the Property is 25 years of age. - By booking you agree to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID directly to us. We will request this after your reservation has been made - The Renter is solely responsible for Renter’s actions and the actions of all family members, guests, and invitees. - Noise audible outside the Property is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. - Unless authorized by the Property Manager, the number of people present at the Property may not exceed the maximum occupancy indicated in the listing or the reservation for the Property. - Check-in is from 4:00PM until 12:00AM and Check-out is before 10:00 AM. - If you do not vacate by check-out time, you authorize us to charge a late departure fee of up to one night’s rental and we may remove all Occupants and their personal property from the Property. - No smoking is permitted on the Property at any time. - No animals or pets of any kind are permitted at the Property except (1) as specifically authorized in your reservation, or (2) bona fide service animals that we are required by law to allow. - Renter authorizes us to bill the credit card on file for the full amount of the Rental Fee at the time of booking. Renter agrees not to make chargeback claims with its credit or debit card issuer. - Events and commercial photography or filming are prohibited at the Property without our express written permission. - Use of the Property for any criminal activity is prohibited. - Neither the Property Manager nor the Owner will be liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including those arising from the use of any pool, hot tub, lake, or bunk bed on the property. - Upon your arrival at the Property, you should inspect the rental unit to ensure the Property condition is to your satisfaction. If you find any conditions you need to report as unsatisfactory or damaged upon your arrival, you should report such conditions within two hours after the time you arrive at the Property. After the two-hour period expires, the Property is provided as is and we are not responsible for the inoperability or unavailability of any amenities. - You further agree to give us a reasonable amount of time to respond to your report and to cooperate with our efforts to address the concern or provide a remedy. - You acknowledge that you may be required to undergo a background check if mandated by the property management company or the building, as stated in accordance with your rental agreement and condition of the booking.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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
Unit size: 1,399 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
93532
Frequently asked questions
Does Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail?
As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail on 17 Aug 2025 start from NZ$725.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail?
No, Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail?
No, pets are not allowed.
Relax on a Scenic Porch Steps from the Historical Trail Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. 14 out of 22 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
John S.
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat Stay
Second time we've stayed here. Everything was perfect. Love the location as it is half way between Pigeon Forge and Tail of the Dragon.
John S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah T.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location and house were wonderful. I would give 5 stars but the appliances would be rated a 1. The dishwasher and washer and dryer need to be replaced. I didn’t watch TV but my family says the TV didn’t work well. Also, there was no bear box. With these updates, this place is very nice.
Sarah T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The check in was seamless Kitchen Oh Wow-granite countertops and very very nice cabinetry Lots of great closet space and did I say a set of full size washer/drywr. We enjoyed a grille out meal right at our deckOh yeah the deck was awesome for sunrise and exercise before the Paradise days get into full swing. Yes, we will stay again. Paul Groves
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hector M.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean place, very close to the park and restaurants.
Hector M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nana H.
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Spacious, CLEAN, comfortable, modern appliances (the refrigator makes hot water), very nice showers, extra large covered porch. My husband and I stayed 9 days. Townsend is a very quiet community with great local shops and resturaunts. Convient enough to Cades Cove to go every day. It was the perfect location between Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge and Cades Cove without having all of the conjested traffic of Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. Also, near Foothills Parkway and "The Dragon". We had a lovely stay, could not ask for more.
Nana H.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Doug B.
29 Apr 2025
Not the experience we're used to
They screwed up our check in and had to find a hotel for first night as office was closed and didn't answer our calls. Kitchen pots and pans were terrible, plates for 4 even though house is advertised for 6.
Doug B.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
JoDeen M.
10 Apr 2025
Nice property
It was a nice enough property but inadequately equipped. Bring your own pans.
JoDeen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
John M.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Nice, clean house. Great to crash at after hiking in the smokies all day.
John M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy E.
22 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Townsend 2
The location was perfect.
Amy E.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Mary C.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Raquel N.
17 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!!
I loved everything about the property, good size bedrooms and bathrooms. Nice view and very quiet, peaceful place. Also liked the way the hosts would communicate with me quickly and give me accurate answers to my questions and concerns. Would definitely stay here again if I come back to Tennessee.
Raquel N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara T.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice, clean, and comfortable, and very convenient to everything in Townsend. Right on the greenway so bring your bicycles!
Barbara T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Nov 2024
Would stay here again.
Perfect location for bicyclist wanting to enjoy Townsend bike paths. Any issue we had was resolved by property management in a timely manner. I would stay at their properties in the future again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne C., Kingston, USA
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Daddy Daughter Memory Making Trip
Daddy turned 80 last month and I rented this house for our trip down memory lane.The house was clean and had everything one could want or need. We enjoyed breakfast on the porch and many cups of coffee. Thanks so much for being part of some new special memories 🥰❤️
beautiful and lication was perfect!
Suzanne C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Kerry Jo S.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
Very convenient location with plenty of parking.
Kerry Jo S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eva H.
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girl trip
The property was in an extremely desirable location for us. Everything was clean and we had plenty of linen and amenities. I would recommend this property to anyone. It was on one level with just a few steps for access. There was a great covered area as well as a large open deck. Some of the outside seating had holes, but there were plenty of options available. Loved our stay
Eva H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elaine E., Hixson TN
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location
Very clean property and convenient to Cades Cove area of Smokies. Road noise if outside but quiet inside.
Elaine E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Family Get Away
This was a delightful get away for our family get together.
It was quiet. Away from the city. One hour from the airport. 5 minutes from the Smoky Mtns National park. 30 minutes from Pigeon Forge.
It was perfect for our family.
The beds were comfy and the baths were sparkly.
There were a few things ... that prevented it from being magical. But the house wasn't responsible for the snoring. :^)
Wished we could have taken advantage of the grill and fire pit. That will have to wait until our return visit. Cheers!
Steve W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
14 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
Nice place! Great location !
Clean , just as the pictures showed!
but need trash can in master bath . Side table at bed for folks that has CPAP.
Host was great!
Michelle H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
David P.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location- beds are hard and not comfortable. Furniture needs updating. Fans and lights and remotes need new batteries and there was a smoke detector chirp somewhere. We couldn’t find it. Might be in the closet behind fireplace by the front door ?
David P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Sherry S., Memphis TN
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Clean but Lacking Essentials for stay
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. The beds were very comfortable. I think this cabin could be a Super Host with some very simple additions. There was one trash can in the cabin and a waste basket in the master bath. No waste basket in common bathroom or any of the bedrooms. The shower door in the common bedroom was off the track and could have been very dangerous. The cabin needs an interior paint job. Most of the walls were scuffed up. The dresser in the master had a huge water stain on it. The chest in the living room had a stain on it where an air freshener had melted and spilled onto the chest. The blinds in the twin bed room had broken pieces. There was not a broom, so we could not sweep up crumbs in kitchen. There were not cleaning supplies at all. We could not wipe down toliets after use, also no toliet brushes. One of the chairs on the porch had a huge whole on it. The coffee pot is really old and hard to get a regular coffee filter to fit in it. Overall we did enjoy our stay there. To rent this cabin again I would ask the host to make these small but easy changes. Refrigerator and dishwasher worked great. We did not use the fireplace, grill, oven, firepit or washer & dryer but I am sure they were in good working condition. Withe some easy changes I think this could be a Super Host rental.
Sherry S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
6/10 Okay
Casey B.
23 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A/C was broke; hard to communicate with property personnel
It was great except for the A/C and washing machine. The A/C was supposed to be fixed the last day; however it quit working again at night and it was again just blowing hot air by late evening . The washing machine goes through the cycle but doesn't ring out all the water. Took a long time to dry clothes.
Property personnel was hard to get a hold of. You have to download their app; then if any issues arise you have to go to booking site and contact them; and then they started emailing after that. So I never knew where to look for correspondence.
Except for those things, I would stay again.
Replace washing machine; and completely fix a/c.
Overall it was clean and quiet though.