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Reviews of Tellico Plains Cabin - 25 Acres, Backyard Creek!


Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hidden place and beautiful property
We had a great time. Spent most of our time fishing the telico river but when we were at the cabin it was very peaceful. Everything you need is there
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
Booked this for my parents wedding anniversary and it's exactly what they wanted. They loved the creek and the deck the most. This was in February and alot of the gift shops, welcome centers etc was all closed for the season. This was a disappointment about the area. The TV in cabin was tricky. My dad couldn't get it to work except for basic channels. Deff enjoyed the cabin and the scenery. I'm sure they will always treasure these memories
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint & Quiet Cabin by a creek in the woods
We really needed some time away from having had a difficult year. We were looking to just get away from the world. This place was perfect for just the 2 of us! We loved the cabin!! Sitting on the swing and listening to the creek was just what we needed to relax. We felt like we had such nice privacy in the woods. We loved driving along out in the beautiful countryside! It was not far to see Bald River Falls!! We had a great lunch at Ironworks Grill! There were so many options to go do fun things close to the cabin but we didn’t have much time. We would love to come back some day and take a few more days off to sit and listen to the creek after we go enjoy some sight seeing! The cabin was well equipped and the bed was comfortable. We felt at home. The loft looks like a great place for some of our family to join us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very tidy and neat. Walls and ceilings could use some dusting. A new kitchen sink would be a big
It was peaceful and relaxing. East to rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn
This property was clean, comfortable and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
This cabin was perfect for my family for the weekend. I enjoyed our stay. We went to the waterfall close by. It was really beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

roger p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded and romantic. Great place for just two or a group.
The place was private, beautiful and a great location. The only hitch was, somebody forgot to tell the cleaning staff we were coming and the linens were in the tub, beds were unmade and not ready for us. Once they were notified, they quickly came to tidey up and we were pleased with the cabin. A large and well stocked kitchen was a welcome sight. Sitting by the small creek with some wine was wonderful. We recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cody L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It was A really amazing place I had an awesome time the cabin was very nice it was in a really good spot I love the creek behind the house that was beautiful to sit out there and drink coffee on the porch swing and it was really well located all the sites that we went to see we’re not that far away it was an awesome experience
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Retreat
We picked up the grandson in Cleveland and spent 4 wonderful nights in Coker Creek. Campfires, lightning bugs, and fishing in the creek created a great change of pace for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Tina B.

The good and bad
Other cabins are too close. Cleaning fee is higher than anyone else in this region. The stove needs attention. From other reviews it seemed no concerns had been addressed. We enjoyed the porch and the swing. The creek was lovely. It was a little difficult to get to, but we enjoyed its peaceful sound.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Hi Tina, We were sorry to hear that the cabin fell short of your expectations: -We encourage guests to research the area before booking to ensure it is the right fit for their needs - We do include a map on our listing so that guests can see the approximate location of the home prior to booking, but we apologize that this caught you off guard -The home is always professionally cleaned before each check-in, so we were surprised by your comment regarding the stove. We had no issues with the stove itself, but we're sorry if it did not exceed your expectations -The cleaning fee is only charged per stay and the cleaner will only clean the property once. We strive to be transparent at every stage of the booking process, so all rates and fees are broken down for travelers before they confirm their reservation -The cleaner is also our guest contact and was never informed of any cleanliness issues. We would have been more than happy to assist had you reached out We sure hope you do come back for another visit. There is definitely added value in choosing our cabin, especially happy you enjoyed the decks, swing, and creek.

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Motorcycle Retreat
Awesome cabin and very good host. Thank you very Liz. We checked out Bald River Falls like you mentioned, definitely worth the trip. I'll be back in August. Thanks, Josh McDougal
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
Awesome cabin, love the sounds of the creek. Only negative was vrbo said it was 5.8 miles from madisonville when it’s about double that.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Robert S.

Needs a little TLC
Beautiful area, nice and quiet. Cabin needs a little work. Oven was dirty, grease under the burners, and the burner protective dishes need to be replaced. Blinds on sliding doors were missing 12 slats. Left bed in loft needs to have the frame adjusted, bed kept falling through. Overall the cabin was very nice, we would consider staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Telluco Plains TN
Nice setting. Very private
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love the freedom cabin
This is probably my 15th time in 5 years of renting this cabin! I absolutely love it. Whether it's winter spring fall or summer it's always a beautiful quiet get away. My favorite is the decks over looking the creeks I could sit there all day and never get tired of it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chap C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Subtly comfortable building at a great location
The stay at this place gave us the feeling of having our own mountain cabin. From the drive to the place, to the driveway, to the stream and its sounds, to the wood it's made of. It's homey. Inside, was clean and things worked well, nothing really missing. But the master bed was a little wobbly, and the couch probably needs new cushions and a clean. Like many other reviews, set your GPS to the coordinates given to you, not the address. We were one of those who thought we were close until we've had to enter the coordinates.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Beautuful setting. Awesome cabin, great location for the outdoors enthusiasts hiking, climbing, kayaking swimming all within 20 minutes
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Horacio G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended!
Everything was amazing, alredy planning to come back again, everything was clean, comfortable, amazing locations, just perfect to me, accurate drive instructions, check in instructions, we loved everything! I recommend to get here while day light, If you don’t know the area!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little spot to get away
Nearest store is greater than 30 min away. Buy everything you need before getting to the cabin. Beautiful and comfy. No cell service; perfect reason to not being able to “text or respond” back. Such a nice getaway location. Shower water pressure was strong and hot! Cabin heater worked great….. cabin had all amenities of home in the kitchen- all we needed was food to add to it. The creek is so close to the house; sitting on the porch swing listening to the water run through the rocks is a prized memory for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P., Ellenton

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and great place to disconnect and enjoy nature
The cabin was very clean (5 stars) and we enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the creek and just taking in the nature. The roads are easy to travel on and the Coker Creek Welcome Center was very helpful with guides for things to do. We highly recommend this cabin. WONDERFUL place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very comfortable and beautiful. I was pleasantly surprised at the features of the cabin, and the fresh flowers were a nice touch. Thank you for sharing your property! I would love to come back some time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect! Porch is amazing and the creek is so nice!
A friend and I stayed for a weekend and absolutely loved it! We wanted to be close to River Road in Tellico Plains and also have a creek we could sit in in the evenings. This fit the bill perfectly! The cabin was nice and cool on the hot days. Sitting on the porch, listening to music and the creek down below was nice and relaxing. Be careful getting into the creek, the best way in is over some rocks and if you're not paying attention, it could be really easy to slip up and twist an ankle. But once you get past that, it is the prefect sitting creek! We did have wifi so could use our phones. There was some laundry detergent there so we were able to wash our dirty clothes before heading home, which is always a nice bonus. There is a grill that is hooked up to a gas line that made grilling super easy and convenient. We had coffee and breakfast at Trout Mountain Coffeehouse nearby, and man was it soooo good! The cabin is tucked back off the road, but not totally secluded, with another cabin just up the creek. So we did see others in the creek and could hear them having a good ol time one evening. So if you're looking for TOTAL seclusion, this wouldn't be the spot, but if you're looking for a clean cabin, with the basic essentials, a fantastic porch and a creek to sit it, this one is for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
My family and I were very happy with our stay. It was a little hard to find especially at night! But once we made it we were very pleased. The inside was very clean and had just about everything you need. The location for us was perfect. We were literally 30 to 40 min away from every activity we wanted to part take in. Zip lining and white water rafting with Wildwater and horseback riding with Blanche Manor! Then the time spent at the cabin just hanging out was the best. We sat in the swing and just listened to the creek and then made s’mores at our camp fire. Just the most peaceful get away. Will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

William C.

Not where it is suppose to be.
We came up for my niece’s graduation and rented the cabin where we thought was near the place she was graduating when come to find out the cabin was 40 mins away. When we booked the cabin is shows on a map all the cabins that are near where she was graduating so we picked the one that was close and come to find out it is 14 miles past Tellico Plains Up in Coker Creek between mile marker 36 and 37 and if you live out of town you do not know where that is. If you have a problem don’t try and call Liz because she doesn’t get back to you first night we where there we lost the satellite so no tv the WiFi sucks even though you have it and if you get in a wreak there is no signal at all so you are on your on. The cabin is cute and all that but needs new mattress’s and we payed a cleaning fee but we had to take all sheets off the bed put the dishes in the dish washer so why are we paying if we half to clean up before we leave I think the reason there was no good signal is because all the trees around the cabin needs to be trimmed. My family couldn’t even come and hang out because it took to long to come out there and if you get sick from roller coasters don’t go there because there are so many curves.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2021
Hi William, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed if this wasn't the one for you. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following: -We're sorry if the location of the cabin caught you off guard. Its precise location and directions are included on the listing, and this has not before or since been an issue with other guests. -It appears that the wrong number was used in your efforts to get ahold of Liz. She is attentive and always ensures that all guests are comfortable; we are glad that she was able to follow up with you quickly. -No obstructions are blocking the satellite dish, so bad weather would be the only reason for any reception issues. As the cabin is in the mountains, we offer the very best internet service available, and though cell service isn't available as is stated in the listing, we have a landline with unlimited long-distance calling. We're sorry for any inconvenience. -We understand that mattress taste is subjective and were sorry to hear that those in the cabin did not meet your expectations, though they are in good condition. -Regarding cleaning of the cabin, we simply ask that renters place their bed linens in the bathtub and their dirty dishes in the dishwasher; this is not a requirement but a request. Our cleaning team sanitizes from top to bottom following every guest's stay. We do all we can to make it the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests.

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Overall had a great time. Very secluded of what we were exactly looking for. Our 8 yrs old loved playing in the creek. Overall the cabin was very spacious and clean. The directions definitely could have been adjusted as technically it's located in Coker Creek but we found it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernice V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain cabin at Coker Creek
We really enjoyed our stay at the Freedom cabin. Listening to the creek was so relaxing. It rained while we were there, got a little slippery. Overall we had such a great stay at your cabin. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay
My wife and I needed a nice, secluded place for a long weekend stay to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The Freedom cabin fit that bill nicely. Secluded at the end of the driveway into the wooded lot, the cabin was clean and well furnished. The deck overlooking the babbling brook was a refreshing place to sit during the day. The well stocked kitchen made it easy to stay in and cook for ourselves during the ongoing pandemic. Overall it was a great experience, and we would definitely recommend it to others and look forward to returning for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Blake T., Bridge City, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Well needed vacation
Great place to go and disconnect from everyday stresses. Beautiful scenery on sight and surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience
The overall experience was good. The cabin needs to be updated. The bathtub drain was slow and the beds were not very comfortable but it was clean and an overall nice place.

10/10 Excellent

frances s.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great trip and we enjoyed our stay
The only issue was that condiments were left in the cabin but 99% were out of date
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I absolutely adore this quiet cabin tucked away in pure serenity
It's a beautiful cabin with almost every nessciaty that you may need for your stay. Its on a dead end driveway with a beautiful creek and 2 wrap around decks. Pictures doesn't do this place justice. My only complaint is check-in is so late 4pm but they want you to be checked out at 10am. I think check-in should be around 3 and check out noon. That would give plenty of time to clean the property between guests. Checking out at 10 am with children can be very hard
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eden H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We had an absolutely wonderful time! The leaves were just changing color, and the sounds of the creek below were so relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

David S.

Nice cabin, difficulties with the property manager
Nice cabin as advertised. By babbling brook. Terrible experience with property manager, Evolve, not responsive, never answered phone, no help what-so-ever. I charge for my 'consulting and property reviews'. VRBO credit my account for this valuable feedback and information. Other VRBO users, I urge you to charge for any feedback to any company.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Larry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, cabin was quaint creek was soothing but too secluded for me
All was good with exception of being secluded and far away from attractions also not much fish in creek. Before renting I asked about fishing but my email was not answered. I rented with assumption the creek would have fish.

8/10 Good

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet place to getaway
We enjoyed our stay it was nice and peaceful. There were a few issues that we had but other than that it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Patsy O., North fort myers Fl 33903

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Nice cabin, great fire pit, loved the soothing sound of the creek and the rain in the tin roof
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Omega B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway for Two
My husband and are stayed here for our anniversary and loved just about everything this cabin had to offer. The only downside is the the cabin is hard to find.

8/10 Good

Franklin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Had a nice relaxing week
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!!
Great place for 2...we had no kids, etc. Clean place with great view and access to creek. Spent all evenings on back porch listening to creek, several nights with rain so it sounded awewsome on the tin roof. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Tom G., Leesburg, FL

Peaceful
The cabin is nice our son loved his loft bedroom and the property is very tranquil. The kitchen was well stocked and easy to prepare meals. We all took chairs to the creek and sat with our feet in the water and spent time together talking and skipping rocks very peaceful. The swing was something my wife and I enjoyed everyday listening to the creek. Thanks for sharing the cabin with us. Tom and Joey Griffin
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Chris H.

Not bad
Difficult to find in dark. Poor driveway. I did damage to front lip of my Porsche. All in all decent mountain cabin. Outdoor facilities need cleaning badly! Interiors were better, but a bit musty. Directions for WiFi connection are incorrect as well as the posted instructions on property. Property manager did not answer phone. Don’t expect more than a decent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Chris, thank you for your review. This home is a typical mountain cabin with a gravel driveway and no one has had a problem in the years these homeowners have rented, however, we apologize for the issues you faced with your car. Additionally, our listing does give step by step instructions on how to locate the cabin, but we're sorry if you had problems with your GPS. The owners of this property have a caretaker for the grounds and a cleaning service for the inside. The caretaker, Liz, is always available to address any and all concerns that guests have before or during their stay. Had you reached out, she would have been more than happy to help you with any of your needs to ensure your stay was enjoyable as possible. Thank you again for your feedback. Best, the Evolve Team

6/10 Okay

Scott W., Greensboro, NC, USA

Great House, But Poor Communication with Manager
The property was wonderful. Secluded, private, wooded... everything we wanted and as advertised. The only downside regarding the house, was the porch swing was broken. I tried to notify the Property Manager of this when we arrived, but could not reach her. The number given in the pre-arrival email was not accurate. The telephone numbers on the refrigerator were for the previous manager (who answered right away and was VERY helpful). Fortunately, we are pretty self-sufficient and didn't need too much. It would have been nice to use the porch swing, because the whole area was beautiful. The only other issues were; - the outside table and chairs on the porch were covered in dust. We wiped them off and they stayed clean for the 5 days we were there, so it's obvious that they had not been wiped prior to our arrival unless there had been some weird dust storm in the woods just before we got there. - Also, the chairs around the firepit were broken and unusable. Because this house is situated right next to a lovely stream and this is a major focal point of the setting, a place to sit with usable chairs should be important. Now for the good: The house is beautiful, the location is fantastic, water pressure in the shower was GREAT, the kitchen was fully equipped and all furnishings inside were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Very cozy and very relaxing. Beautiful stream out back. Could hear the water flowing at night.
We really enjoyed our stay. A little farther away from anything than we had anticipated. Unless you know the roads around this area wouldn't recommend driving at night. Other than that we really enjoyed ourselves. Spent a day in Gatlinburg, took about 2 hours to get there, but was fun walking around and seeing all the sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

ada c., Cooper City, Broward County

This is a great cabin. We loved everything about it. The stream in the back was the best. Loved it!
Loved our stay! Ada
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018