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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.
A two-story house with a porch, a small staircase, and a flag.
A room with a built-in bench seat, a window with blinds, and a hanging orange light fixture.
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.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

Townsend

A family-friendly stay in Townsend awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Townsend holiday home include Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove.

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

  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

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!!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that 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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Does The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!?

No, The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat!?

No, pets are not allowed.

The family friendly, easily accessible new Peacefulside Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Molly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always love staying here, it’s great for two families. Easy to walk to brewery, plenty of outdoor yard play, light traffic and just a great town. I’m sure we will be back for round 3!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property for family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Meg P.

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

Great place to stay!

Perfect place in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this property. This is our families 2nd Thanksgiving to stay at this house. It has everything we need and is close to the bike trail which we love! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, it looks like a small course from the front but it actually very spacious inside, the second floor bedroom extends! off is the back of house. Great supplies available, very clean, we loved the place! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Missy is the best host and makes everything easy and comfortable so you can enjoy your time in Townsend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

Perfect Retreat

Amazing experience! We loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

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

Great place!!

Great property to stay at in Townsend! Missy was easy to communicate with and provided everything to make our stay enjoyable and then some! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, and very nice host. Excellent communication. I would stay again for sure!! And if will.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Laney T.

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

Peaceful Side

Great place, our third visit in 14 months.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Earl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the cleanest places I ever rented.Over the top on amenities.Communications with host very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Wondeful

Near perfect stay! Thank you so much, just loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025