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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Laurel Valley Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuckaleechee Caverns
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cades Cove
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Townsend

In Townsend .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Laurel Valley Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum with a stay here. Tuckaleechee Caverns and Dark Island Swinging Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Cades Cove - 33 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Towns End Coffee Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dancing Bean - ‬5 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.

Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !

Looking for the ultimate cabin in the mountains experience? This is it! Simple Pleasures is the perfect little 2 bed/2 bath cabin that gives a feel of a luxurious tree house in the mountains! This rustic but ever so comfortable cabin is nestled in the woods but not too far away from everyday conveniences and just a short 10-minute drive to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Come and let us spoil you with Simple Pleasures!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! to the airport?

This cabin is 20 mi (33-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! to downtown Townsend?

This cabin is 2.6 mi away from Townsend.

Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay, great location in townsend, beautiful yet still close to town and the smokies.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean and very cozy cabin in a quiet area of Townsend. Loved having a screened in porch and the recliners were great for relaxing after a day of hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great place, a lot of fun roads to ride Your motorcycle on. Place was very clean and easy to get there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple Pleasures was perfect for our family of 4, situated in a quiet gated community in peaceful Townsend. We especially enjoyed eating breakfast and dinner out in the screened in porch while hearing many birds and watching squirrels eating in the treetops. We even had two sightings of a black bear and one sighting of a black coyote, all leisurely walking by the cabin at dusk. The kitchen and bathroom had the essentials to get started with our stay, supplemented with our own supply of dish soap and toilet paper. We enjoyed being close to the Smoky National Park, accessing Cades Cove and hiking Abrams Falls and the Middle Prong Trail from the Tremont area. We also enjoyed the local cavern tour and riding horses for an hour at the Davy Crockett Riding Stables. The only extensive driving we did was to drive to Hartford to white water raft through Smoky Mountain Outdoors, which was well worth the drive and highly organized upon our arrival. On the way home from Hartford, we passed through Gatlinburg and enjoyed our time at the Ripley's Aquarium. Lastly, we enjoyed the local shops in Townsend and stopping at the Bear Restoration Center and learning about efforts to help injured or non-thriving bears in the area. We hope to make it back and again stay in Townsend and at this cabin or at the very least, in the Laurel Valley Golf Community.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

john w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time with the Family
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Cabin

Simple Pleasures is a lovely cabin! We really enjoyed our stay here. The back porch/deck area is nice, the kitchen is well-stocked, and the overall layout of the cabin worked well for our family. The road leading to the cabin is fully paved and wide enough, which is sometimes an issue with mountain cabins. Some parts of the road are quite steep, which might make winter travel difficult, but overall, it is a wonderful cabin and we would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Motorcycle week

The cabin was as great as advertised
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike F., Ormond Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

The Peaceful Side

Simple Pleasures checked all the boxes for my family while visiting the Smokys. A very well-equipped cabin that appeared very new to us. Didn't look like the stove had ever been used! Easy in and out and very accessible to Townsend, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Cades Cove. A great stopping place when visiting the Smokys.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rest and relaxation

A great cabin in a perfect location. Close enough to everything yet feels secluded. You are in the mountains for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroll R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Cabin

Cabin is very spacious and well equipped for everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Marvelous Mountain Abode

Simple Pleasures was the perfect place for a family getaway. We were in town for a wedding with 2 adult children. Everyone had their own space and 2 bathrooms definitely helped the process of getting everyone ready on time! The cabin was conveniently located near shops, eateries, and the wedding venue. The host was very communicative so we felt well taken care of. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite and roomie

We had plenty of room and everything was clean. Property manager was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgiana J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend family wedding

Our cabin was wonderful and so are the hosts. It happened to be unusally cold for that time of year and when we walked in, it was so nice and warm! Thank you for thinking ahead for us. Not all my family was as lucky!! The cabin was beautiful, cozy and clean. We overly enjoyed the fireplace and the furniture was very comfortable. I would highly recommend to anyone needing a place to stay!!Thank you for a wonderful place to stay!Georgiana
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade B., Eustis

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

Absolutely beautiful cabin and loved the area. Townsend is a very quiet town and would recommend anyone to stay here vs. pigeon forge or gatlinburg.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in the Mountains

We had a wonderful stay at Simple Pleasures! The host, Jo, was amazing! She had thought of everything we would need and was very responsive to any questions we had while staying in the cabin. The cabin was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The cabin was decorated with a Christmas tree and the cutest Christmas decor. It was great! Jo is so thoughtful! We had a great stay and plan on coming back again when it is warmer and we can enjoy the outdoor screened in porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin for relaxing

This cabin is nestled in the woods within a gated community which made it feel more private and secure. Everything was very clean, the kitchen has great appliances and had everything we needed. This cabin does not offer a hot tub, pool table, gaming machines, etc. which was perfect for us. It allowed us to spend time together enjoying the screened porch and absorbing the beauty of nature without all the distractions. My only issue was that the queen size bed on the main floor was squeaky. I will definitely rent this cabin again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent time

We enjoyed our stay. Motorcycle friendly which is a huge plus for a mountain home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple Pleasures is a lovely, comfortable cabin in a beautiful location. I appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds and bedding! It's in a quiet location but close to all the activities of the area. On a more personal note, I have loved the novel "Christy" since I was a child, so seeing the street names in the area always made me smile. Great communication with the owner and easy check-in. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Visit to National Park

Short getaway to experience the national park. Very convenient location, beautiful setting and great accommodations. Host very responsive when we had questions. Perfect place for 2 couples. Hope to return sometime when we can stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. TV did not work after thunderstorm.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

April T.

Not for elderly

The property was not easy for older folks with bad balance. Be careful of your footing. It’s definitely on a slope. Pictures can be deceiving. No trash can under the deck and we couldn’t have put it there anyway. I’m 82, husband is 84. Cabin was not as clean as expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024