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Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat

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Interior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Laurel Valley Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Laurel Valley Golf Course and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. .This cabin is 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Cades Cove.
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What's nearby

  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat

Time Well Wasted is a woodland retreat that sits on over three private acres of parklike setting with beautiful hardwoods, moss covered rocks, and wildlife galore! The owners have brought the outside indoors with a wall of glass that will greet you as you enter the cabin. This feature looks out into this beautiful setting and can be enjoyed no matter what the weather.
This cabin is set up for the more mature guest who are looking to retreat into nature and enjoy the peace and quiet of these beautiful mountains. It is large enough to enjoy for extended visits, and cozy enough to enjoy as a weekend get away.
This couples cabin has two large bedrooms with King sized beds and two full baths along with a spacious great room complete with a stacked stone wood burning fireplace. Enjoy the evenings in the great outdoors with the sounds of nature at your side on the deck just off of the living room.

A well equipped kitchen will provide you with everything you need to cook your meals at home inside or outside on the gas grill. New stainless steel appliances make this wonderful kitchen sparkle.
This cabin has easy access and is located in the gated community of Laurel Valley in Townsend.
Townsend is located at the Cades Cove entry to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
It has been deemed the Peaceful Side of the Smokies, and lives up to the nick-name.
The access to this cabin is easy with paved roadways all the way. Plenty of parking and motorcycle friendly.
There are 11 steps to the main level from the driveway. There are no further steps once you are inside.. The entire cabin and decking are all on one level. Come and enjoy this peaceful side retreat! in the Great Smoky Mountains.


Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 14 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING in or around the cabin.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING in or around the cabin.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Time Well Wasted A Mountain Woodland Retreat
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Cabin
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Townsend
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Cabin Townsend

Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 336 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Overall this was a lovely place to stay and we enjoyed our time there. Cleanliness could be improved and some extra blankets would have been helpful during the winter season. (There was only one). The kitchen was well-stocked and I didn’t need most of the kitchen items I brought from home to make Christmas dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the peaceful location. The big sliding back doors gave a great view of the wooded area behind the cabin. It also made it very convenient when taking our furry friend out for his restroom breaks. The cabin was clean and well laid out. Look to stay there another time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin is well appointed, this is our second stay. Has a good interior layout, (single level) in a good location, close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at another one of our hosts cabins a couple years ago. It was great then and great now. Cabin was clean and well furnished. Definitely recommend this as a nice getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam T., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication from the host. Cabin was spotless and had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting with the peaceful atmosphere. Very comfortable, and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was very clean, cozy, and very convenient to where we wanted to visit. Had everything we needed for cooking meals. Bed and furniture very comfortable. Have zero complaints. Highly recommend this cabin for anyone's next vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was great. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron W., Eatonton, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and comfortable cabin. Convenient location for visiting the Great Smoky Mountains park. Quiet setting and good paved roads all the way to the cabin. Well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

diane g., Georgetown,MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was perfect for two couples Very clean and comfortable. Location was very private Best of all was the nightly visitors!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than advertised. End of the road. So quiet. Easy to find. Clean. Would definitely stay again if come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! We only rented it for a weekend, but I could definitely come back for a whole week!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, quiet, property with no through traffic. Property had everything we needed. Kitchen well stocked with appliances, dishes, pots, etc. Good parking. There are definitely bears around this property. We saw a total of 6 bears in a week, but none of them bothered us. Good access to town and the Great Smokey Mountain Nation Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin. Close to town but in the woods. Very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful pet-friendly cabin near all the activities we enjoyed during our stay. Very comfortable accommodations with everything needed for a relaxing vacation! All the extra touches made us feel “at home” and would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in a great location. We stayed here before and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time at this cabin, and highly recommend. View out back of the woods is quiet and peaceful, with deck all around the back. All of Cyndie’s cabins are clean and well maintained, and Cyndie is always a phone call or text away. Check-in went perfect. Bed was comfortable and being there for 2 weeks, washer and dryer came in handy. We love staying in Townsend and go to Cades Cove nearly every day. We saw deer and mother bear with 2 cubs on golf course early morning, and many deer and bear in Cades Cove. Cooler temperatures on our second week was a definite plus, with us being from Florida. I especially enjoy photographing the birds and animals in Cades Cove, which I attached a few of my pictures. We will definitely be back again and highly recommend this cabin.
View out sliding doors
Does in Cades Cove
Buck in Cades Cove
Mom and 2cubs in Cove
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

1. Cigarette butt left on deck railing by door when we arrived.2. No hot tub as said in listing.3. Smelly Oder when we walked in.4. Found Oder when leaving today. There was rank liquid in bottom of kitchen trash bin when I pulled out garbage bag. I rinsed trash bin but no time to dry it out.5. Other than above points we really enjoyed our stay…nice cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were absolutely delighted with our stay at this property. It is exceptionally well-maintained and spotlessly clean, which immediately made us feel comfortable and at home. In fact, the property looks even better in person than it does in the photos—the pictures truly don’t do it justice. Every detail has clearly been cared for, from the upkeep of the home itself to the cleanliness of every corner.The location is perfect—tucked away in a peaceful, secluded area that offers plenty of privacy and quiet, yet still conveniently close to stores, restaurants, and other amenities. It’s the best of both worlds: serene surroundings for relaxation, but with everything you need just a short drive away.We experienced no issues whatsoever during our stay, and it’s clear that the owners take pride in ensuring guests have a wonderful experience. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or a comfortable base to explore the area, I can’t recommend this property enough. It truly exceeded our expectations in every way, and we would happily return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

Everything was perfect! Easy check in and check out. The cabin was very pretty and clean. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOREEN F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was an excellent Cabin and great place to stay. The cabin was immaculate, generously stocked with dishes, towels and some necessities. Cindie is definitely a prime hostess and would rent from her again. Pic of the backyard.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace & Quite

We loved the cabin and area! The house was clean, tastefully decorated, well stocked and beautiful! We saw a bear walk by the back porch the first night!! It was secluded enough that you couldn't see other cabins around you. We never heard other people even though there is a cabin not to far away. Beds were comfortable and very spacious bedrooms! Was a nice touch that they had the switches labeled so you knew what to use to turn on lights and fans. Seemed a little odd not to have sink in with second bathroom but definitely not anything couldn't adjust to. We would stay there again and recommend it to anyone that wants a little peace and quite while visiting the hustle and bustle of the Smokey Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025