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Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK

Retreat to our gorgeous 2BR 2Bath oasis on 16 gated acres offering easy access to Knoxville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and many more attractions. The cabin's design, comforts, amenities, and spectacular surroundings provide everything you need to relax, recharge, entertain, and have a perfect Ponderosa stay!

✔ 2 Comfortable Bedrooms
✔ Open Design Living
✔ Full Kitchen
✔ Arcade
✔ Lounge Porch
✔ Patio (Hot Tub, BBQ, Dining, Foosball)
✔ Yard (Fire Pit)
✔ Smart TV
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Parking
✔ Pond

This gorgeous cabin offers an ideal base for an unforgettable Knoxville and Smoky Mountains visit. The open-concept living area is where you'll create the most memorable moments with your loved ones. Cuddle up on the sofa by the intimate fireplace, watch a movie, discuss your adventures, or prepare delicious bites in the fully equipped kitchen.

You won't have to leave the property whenever you want to enjoy the great outdoors. The cabin offers a stunning porch, a private oasis perfect for outdoor relaxation, breathtaking views overlooking the hay field, an antique wagon, and a rustic barn.

The covered patio with the luxury hot tub provides another lovely outdoor area where you can lounge the day away and marvel at the scenic surroundings with tasty treats sizzling on the BBQ grill.

As the sun goes down and you are done adventuring for the day, two comfortable bedrooms will provide all the rest you need to continue writing the Tennessee fairy tale.

★ LIVING ROOM ★
Gather 'round to watch the latest episode of your favorite TV show, gaze at the scenic surroundings while relaxing by the fireplace, and much more in the heart of the inviting open floor plan living area.

✔ Comfy Leather Sofas with Pillows
✔ Smart TV with YouTube
✔ Coffee Tables and Reading Lamps
✔ Access to the Porch

If you are looking for a more active way to pass the time, you'll love the game corner on the upstairs loft.

✔ Arcade Machine with 60+ Games
✔ Connect-4 Wall Game
✔ Board and Card Games

★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
The fully equipped kitchen and the dining area occupy the second part of the open-concept design living area. It boasts a convenient design, spacious countertops, and modern cooking amenities. Grab fresh ingredients from the local market and prepare some delicious dishes.

✔ Microwave
✔ Stove
✔ Oven
✔ Toaster
✔ Coffee Makers (Keurig Machine, Drip Coffee, K-Cups)
✔ Hot Water Kettle
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water
✔ Plates
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans

Start the day with a tasty breakfast and a cup of coffee on the porch. The dining table will host those delicious lunches and dinners whenever you decide to dine in the cabin.

✔ Log Dining Table with Seating for 4

★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS – 2 BEDROOMS★
Here, you will find the comforts needed to rest and relax after a fabulous day exploring the scenic surroundings. Get those precious hours of sleep; tomorrow is a new and exciting day!

♛ Master Bedroom (Upstairs Loft): King-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom
♛ Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen-Size Bed

All bedrooms are equipped with a similar set of amenities.

✔ Premium Mattresses, Linens, Sheets, and Pillows
✔ Closets with Hangers and Shelves
✔ Dressers with Spacious Drawers
✔ Night Stands with Reading Lamps and Device Chargers

★ BATHROOMS ★
Besides the ensuite bathroom of the loft bedroom, the cabin features another full bathroom on the main floor. Both are stocked with fresh, clean towels in all shapes and sizes to provide a carefree stay.

✔ Walk-In Shower
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Essential Toiletries

★ OUTDOORS ★
Are you too tired and want to relax from all activities and adventures, or do you enjoy soaking up the sun in complete privacy with breathtaking views? We've got a few places just for that! Step onto the porch, where you can lounge and marvel at the hay field and barn views. If you are lucky, you might see wild turkeys and deer!

✔ Rocking Chairs
✔ Porch Swing
✔ Ceiling Fans

Come to the covered patio and hop in the luxury hot tub while the rest of the family plays foosball and prepares delicious BBQ.

✔ Luxurious Hot Tub
✔ Foosball Table
✔ Picnic Table with Benches
✔ Propane BBQ Grill

Finally, the spacious yard has a unique wagon, ideal for a postcard family photo.

✔ Fire Pit
✔ Rustic Wagon

The porch, patio, and yard are completely private, while the magical pond is accessible by guests in all four of our cabins. It offers a perfect place to immerse yourself in natural tranquility and try your luck at catching bass and bluegill.

✔ Catch-and-Release Pond with a Fountain
✔ Game Area (Horse Shoe Pit, Cornhole, Tetherball Pole)
✔ Hammocks

We know there's no place like home, but we promise that our cabin will come at a close second.
Guest access
The cabin is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.

Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home also comes with the following:

✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Self Check-In (Keypad)
✔ Air Conditioning
✔ Heating
✔ Laundry Closet (Washer/Dryer, Iron/Board, Detergent, Dryer Sheets)
✔ Free Parking
✔ Gated Entrance (Unique Keycode – deleted after each Check-Out)

Other things to note
★ PET-FRIENDLY HOME ($25 fee per day and per pet) ★
Bring your furry friends along for an exciting vacation. They'll get to enjoy and run around the spacious yard while you relax in the luxury hot tub. Please email us before you book so we can approve your pets.

★ ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION ★
Traveling in a larger group, or your preferred dates are already taken? You'll be happy to know that we offer three additional cabins on the 16-acre property. Please browse our host profile for the complete list of gorgeous listings.

★ CLEANING & SANITIZATION ★
Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out. This even encompasses changing and washing all comforters, pillows, throw blankets, etc.

★ NO SMOKING INSIDE ★
Please refrain from smoking inside the home! Any smoking evidence will result in a fee for odor removal and furniture cleaning.

★ NO PARTIES/EVENTS ★
We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits.

Property manager

Brandi & Kevin Rademacher

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1160 sq ft (108 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Contact us with the breed and weight of your pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • University of Tennessee - 12 min drive
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 15 min drive
  • Neyland Stadium - 15 min drive
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 15 min drive
  • Market Square - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Szechuan Garden Chinese Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Thai Time - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK located?

This family-friendly Knoxville cabin is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Fort Loudoun Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Marble Springs State Historic Site and Meigs Falls. University of Tennessee Gardens and McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Little Ponderosa Cabin, FP, Hot tub, Arcade, Wildlife, Trails, Fishing, near UTK Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
The Little Ponderosa is a peaceful retreat. We enjoyed mornings on the porch swing listening to the rooster and watching the sunrise. There are lots of activities in the cabin and on site and it is close to Knoxville. We hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little hidden gem!!
The Lil Ponderosa was a great place to stay. Originally I was worried it might be a bit far from where we’d be spending most of our time (the UT campus area) but it was actually only a 10-15 min drive, depending on the time of day. The cabin was clean and quaint and had all of the amenities you could want! And we loved hanging out with the barn kitty! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Ponderosa Cabin
My family enjoyed our stay. The cabin was excellent. Very clean with great attention to detail. Close to University of TN and the Great Smoky Mtns National Park. Thanks Brandi and Kevin our hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorcas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
This is by far the best VRBO we ever stayed at, and we’ve stayed at a lot of places! Very clean, quiet, comfortable and close to lots of activities. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene Cabin Retreat
This property including grounds and cabin are amazing. It is conveniently located near the city but you feel worlds away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This was a much needed getaway with family to relax, make memories and appreciate nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
L'il Ponderosa was AWESOME
My daughter and i stayed 3 nights at the L'il Ponderosa and it was everything we hoped for. It was clean, well stocked, comfortable and a beautiful setting. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori N., Maryville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
Quiet and relaxing location. The cabin was very clean and well stocked. We had a wonderful weekend and very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JeriLyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
My husband, my daughter and her little family all stayed here and it was perfect! The cabin was perfectly clean. The property is beautiful! We enjoyed a little fishing in the pond, a walk in the woods, we played for hole, tether ball, and hot tubbed! It was the perfect little vacation just outside of Knoxville! We would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Cabin has everything you need for your stay, it was like a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Stay
Everything was as described in the listing. It was perfect for what we were looking for. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Fun
Beautiful setting. Owners very thoughtful in having amenities for guests. This is our second time renting a Ponderosa house. We love the location and appreciate the cleanliness of the cabins and all the owners have thought of to make our stay pleasurable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This property was great. We had trucks with trailers and they made special accommodations for parking. Super cute place and beautiful property. The owners were super nice and they thought of everything to make their place above and beyond. By far the best rental we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solid solitude
Nice setting. Stay was as advertised. Thanks host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert t.

Liked: Cleanliness
In town for wedding
Close to town. But, feels like out in the country and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dineen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country freshness
Very clean. Loved the cabin. Spent a lot of time on the porch. Dogs loved it. Owners are awesome. Grounds clean and convenient to where we needed to drive to. A true Gem hideaway!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
UTK Drop Off
We selected this unique property as a home base for our UTK Freshman drop off weekend. We wanted something that was a little quieter and unique. Given the nature of our trip we didn't get to experience the great property it is on, but the cabin was perfect for our needs! An easy 15 min drive into town and a quiet escape at the end of the day! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
Our stay was fantastic. I can't say enough about the property and the house itself. It was very well stocked, VERY clean and cozy. We enjoyed spending time with our family here and our son LOVED he could just walk over to the fishing pond. Our doggy loved to run in the gated field and chase all the birds. I had morning coffee with 3 deer staring at me every morning. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and EXTREMELY Clean
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful little cabin. It was exceptionally clean. My boys loved fishing at the little pond on the property. It’s in a great location and worked out for us as it was very close to the family we were visiting. We look forward to staying here in the near future again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cabin
Prefectly located in Knoxville yet still central to Gatlinberg and Pigeon Forge. So many activities to do or just relax. The cabin was beautifully maintained and decorated. The front porch has a gorgeous view and the hot tub was clean and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful location and close to so many great places to visit. We were able to see downtown Knoxville, maryville, the foothills, and Ijams nature center. We loved our cabin kitty and enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot!
The property and cabin were exactly as advertised, and we would absolutely stay here again. Very close to Knoxville but it feels like a different (and quieter) world. Everything was clean and organized, and the owners have clearly put a lot of time and care into everything. I recommend this place with no hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lightning Bugs ❤️
My husband and 15 year old son and I enjoyed our stay! It was fun, full of entertainment and the most tranquil place ever! We will be back one day and want to do a family reunion there! Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Family vacaton
Very convenient to everything we had planned.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin get away
Very nice cabin and very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023