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Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access

A private retreat where nature surrounds travelers at every turn, complete with an electric fireplace that adds warmth to cool mountain evenings

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The Springhouse offers a peaceful escape near Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy the modern farmhouse design, relax on the stone patio, gather around the fire pit for s'mores, and stay connected with WiFi. Guests love the homey atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Townsend, this farm stay is in the mountains and on a river. Shoppers can check out Island at Pigeon Forge, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Renfro Stadium or Rockin' Raceway Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Townsend travel guide
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Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Cades Cove
    Cades Cove
    25 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tube Junction
    6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Townsend Visitor Center
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peaceful Side Social
    6 min drive
  • The Artistic Bean
    5 min drive
  • The Townsend Abbey
    6 min drive
  • Apple Valley Cafe Express
    9 min drive
  • Elvira's Cafe
    13 min drive

About this property

Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access

  • Farm stay near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access offer comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as kitchen islands and Internet access.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Decks/patios, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Leave all used beds unmade. If the sleeper sofa is used please leave open.

In summer: Turn temp up to 78 In winter: Turn temp down to 65 Leave door between the bathroom and kitchen closed so the air return is not blocked. Thank you!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please use extreme caution when near the edge of the wall. Children should be supervised at all times and never allowed to walk along the wall.

Please do not use candles inside the house. Only fire wood should be used in the firepit.

Please use care when opening and closing the blinds. There is a button that assists with opening and closing.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Adult supervision near patio and natural spring.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access located?

Situated on a river, this farm stay is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Dark Island Swinging Bridge and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Tube Junction are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Charming house with a natural spring, fire pit, and river access Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very open and bright on a quiet street but close to everything we enjoyed in the area. The bed was comfortable, and I even found one of the pillows on the bed I could sleep on. My husband and I love Cades Cove and the festival in Townsend we attend each year. Of course the mountain views are awesome....Will recommend to all our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Cozy House

We loved the spring house! It was clean and very cozy! Definitely going to stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Fall retreat

This was our second stay and we loved it just as much as our first! It is a wonderful mountain gem!😍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Spring House

We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful house and loved the location. My favorite spot was the patio where you could hear the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

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

Great stay

The property was as listed. Everything was clean and in a great location. We would definitely stay there again if had the opportunity and are in Townsend again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

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

Quiet Place

The property was very close to Townsend and Cades Cove. Very clean and stocked with anything you needed for a vacation home near the Smoky Mountains. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne S.

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

The coziest little house

We loved this place so much! Extra clean, amazing views, and the perfect little getaway in the mountains. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

A Great Little Get-Away

Beautiful little farmhouse with everything I needed for my visit to Townsend. Well-decorated and stocked. Loved the patio for early morning coffee, and the private river access. Very close to all that Townsend has to offer, and convenient to the National Park and Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Beautiful place

Very very clean nice and quiet bed was comfy. Supplied my first ever smor
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather B.

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

Simply perfect Smoky Mountains Stay!

Thank you for the best visit to the Smoky Mountains, we loved how close the park entrance was, and we loved Townsend! It was quiet and the house was charming and perfect in every way. Extremely clean, comfortable and fun. We would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AudreyLee S.

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

Charming Stay

The place was full of history and rich character. The small details were all cohesively blended together to make a simplistic yet scenic stay. The view of the mountains were gorgeous and the sounds of the bubbling spring and flowing creek were very serene. It was perfect for a weekend getaway. We love Townsend and this place was perfect for the two of us to relax and chill.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

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

Short get-a-way

Just a short get-a-way to do some running and relaxing. We loved the Spring House. Cozy, clean and comfortable. We will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Perfect!!!

This place was even better than we imagined! Super clean and very well-maintained. It had everything we needed! Beautifully decorated—just clean and fresh. Not a lot of little knick knacky clutter. I highly recommend staying here :) We will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

Anniversary Getaway

This house was perfect. My husband and I stayed for a few days after an overnight hike to LeConte that we did for our anniversary. The house is beautiful and clean. A nice patio to drink coffee on in the morning and so close to everything we wanted to do. Townsend is a wonderful town with several great restaurants and coffee shops that is only a few minutes drive from the house as well as the Townsend entrance to the park. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forest T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and quit place me and my wife loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is awesome. Just perfect. I plan to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

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

Weekend Getaway

We came for just a long weekend. We love this cabin, even remodeled our house with ideals from this place from where we stayed the first time. It is so peaceful yet close enough to things. We love staying here and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Review

The Spring House is a wonderful place to stay! It is very charming! Love the location and this is our second stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Bronco super celebration stay

Really enjoyed our stay. Nice house. Close to everything. Would return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Clean and cleverly conceived unusual

Great location and away from the madness of the Gatlinburg side.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Cozy Farmhouse

Beautifully decorated, comfortable and cozy and in a great location for enjoying all that Townsend has to offer. Owner was easy to work with. She responded quickly to one concern with the door lock and addressed it as promised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John F.

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

Nice little house

The owner was great to work with. Great stay with exception of tv viewing. The Roku setup was pitiful. We didn’t go to watch tv, but rain changed our plans a little.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Beautiful Spring House

This property couldn’t have been better! It was super clean! It’s decorated beautifully. The attention to detail from the furnishings, to the kitchen utensils, and down to the Watkins spice rack is impeccable. We loved how quiet the area is. But minutes away are great places to eat and shop! If you’re into water rafting/tubing, this is the place to rent! I really didn’t want to share how wonderful the Spring House is because I want it available for when my husband and I go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway!

It was wonderful! The only trouble we had was that the GPS didn’t take us to the house but one road past where we needed to go. It was a beautiful little spot with such an interesting story! We will certainly come back. So close to the main road yet so peaceful! The patio beside the spring, the sound of the river across the street, perfect for relaxing! The special touches like the s’mores basket when we arrived and the resident gnomes by the spring made our stay so memorable! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Beautiful, quiet stay

This property was exactly as stated on VRBO. Super clean. Comfortable. Homey feel. Loved the patio and fire pit. Even saw raccoons in a burrow in the natural spring area. Loved that it was far away from the hustle and bustle of the main tourist areas but close enough to get to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg easily. Owner was very responsive. They even had a small s’more’s makings/ingredients on the counter when we arrived. One suggestion: coffee mugs. Other than that, it was perfect! Would stay here again, for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022