Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

Top rated by guests
Very open concept and great gathering space in the main living room.
Small but mighty and fully stocked kitchen!
Fully stocked kitchen opens up to the living/dining area and also to the fabulous screened in porch.
Fully stocked kitchen!
Plenty of dishware, glassware, silverware, and more!
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(72 Ratings)
"There are so many good things about The Big Lodge that I will simply list the ones that stand out in my mind. Comfortable beds, good water pressure and plenty of hot water, beautiful decor, little ex..."
William (Tom) I.
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9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(72 Ratings)

Lodge in Townsend, TN

22 guests · 5 bedrooms · 5 baths

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About this lodge

Big Lodge at The Little River Cabin: Spacious and relaxing, open concept lodge that will comfortably sleep up to 16 adults plus additional children . Private access on property to the Little River, high speed wifi, hot tub, & just 2 miles from the entrance to the Smoky Mountain National Park!

Impressive 3 story - 5000 sq. ft. lodge. This lodge features 5 total large private bedrooms, 4 contain king beds, and 1 features 2 queens. Each bedroom has its own full bathroom. In addition to the 5 bedrooms, there are 3 queen beds and a twin in the upper loft area. The main level (middle) consists of a foyer, 2 master bedrooms w/full bath, dining area, living room w/fireplace, kitchen, laundry room, and 1/2 bath. This level also features an amazing wrap around deck including an area for grilling and dining, and a screened-in portion with outdoor fireplace and excellent views. Take the spiral staircase to the upper level which consists of another master bedroom w/full bath, and a huge loft area with 3 queen beds and a twin in addition to a cozy sitting area. Take the spiral staircase to the lowest level and you will find 2 additional master bedrooms, one with a king bed, and the other with 2 queens. This level also features a huge wrap around patio with partial mini golf, a huge game room, and fantastic hot tub to relax at the end of a long day of fun!

Guests have access to the entire home. In addition, you will have access to the riverfront located on the Retreat grounds which spans approx. 700' and is located on the part of the property at the bottom of the 1/4 mi. driveway. You may walk down, or use the parking available at the bottom. Hang out by the river, enjoy some tubing, fishing, or even kayaking!

I am available by text or messenger throughout your stay. Call if needed, but text/messenger are much preferred.

Townsend is a little gem hidden in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and is known as "the peaceful side of the Smokies". Excellent food, local craft beer, chocolate, pancakes, and art, all within a short walking distance!! Trout fishing and tubing the river are extremely popular, and we are just 2 mi. from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and only 12 mi from the famous Cades Cove where you can get a glimpse of history and may even catch some really neat wildlife including bears! Jeep rentals, Horseback riding, and zip-lining are popular in this area in addition to tubing, hiking, and fly fishing. If everything that Townsend has to offer isn't quite enough to please everyone in your group, we are just an easy 30-minute drive to Pigeon Forge and 45 min. drive to Gatlinburg featuring endless entertainment for all walks of life.

Walk, drive, bike, rent a Jeep or ATV!

Amenities at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*

Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bathtub
Sofa bed
Children's high chair
Ironing facilities
Dining area
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer

Map of Townsend, TN


Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(72 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
There are so many good things about The Big Lodge that I will simply list the ones that stand out in my mind. Comfortable beds, good water pressure and plenty of hot water, beautiful decor, little extras everywhere that made our stay so nice. The host was great, he even took us on a tour of his farm. And of course his peacocks were a favorite of the kids. We’ve been renting cabins for over ten years and this is our favorite so far. Everyone in our family wants to return. Thanks!!!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
We needed a place for us and our four kids families, and the lodge was the perfect choice! Everyone in our group of 17 loved the space, and commented how big it felt. Both kids and adults loved the game room. It was very clean, the beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked, plenty of linens, and we all agreed we’d like to stay here again in the future!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
comfortable for a crowd. Well decorated and stocked. kitchen small for a larger crowd.
6.0 / 10.0Average·May 2024
Great place to stay, clean, well-kept, the games are nice to have for everyone. We accidentally left my daughter’s beloved blanket and an expensive pillow. We sent a message to the host (the only messages we sent during our stay), the host replied and then we heard nothing back and still have no answer or items. We did offer to pay to have them sent as well as the convenience fee for their trouble.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this lodge?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*?

We found 28 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioning, non-smoking, tv, coffee/tea maker, and refridgerator.


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