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Red Bank Schoolhouse

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Outdoor spa tub
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Interior
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Red Bank Schoolhouse

Guests have been returning to the historic Red Bank Schoolhouse since 1992, when the owners lovingly restored this original schoolhouse. Nestled in the beautiful Dry Valley area of Townsend, Red Bank offers both mountain and pasture views, reminiscent of it's neighbor ...Cade's Cove, which can be enjoyed from the open deck, covered porch, or while relaxing in the hot tub. A quarter of a mile up the quiet country road is the border to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Schoolhouse Gap Road itself, offers a perfect early morning walk or biking trip, with misty meadows, roadside wildflowers, farming activity, and only an occasional passer by. At the house, guests enjoy all the comforts of home - a woodburning fireplace with it's hand-built Foxfire chimney, a rich library of area interests for the whole family, as well as films and music, as well as a new kitchen addition, sure to please cooks and non-cooks alike. Traditional furnishings, schoolhouse history, and artwork add a personal touch to this country home. Red Bank's gardens, lawn, and towering shade trees attract birds in all seasons and provide lots of friendly space for fun and games. The herd of cows across the road provide a constant source of natural entertainment from the deck or lawn swings. A stay in this century old landmark brings frequent comments to the Guestbook, such as ..."We leave rested and restored" ...."An inspirational place!" ...."a vacation we'll never forget" ....and "we'll be back!.

Property manager

Front Desk - Dogwood Cabins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Townsend, TN

What's nearby

  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cades Cove - 33 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Townsend Abbey - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverstone Family Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger Master Drive In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Bank Schoolhouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Red Bank Schoolhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Red Bank Schoolhouse located?

Situated in Townsend, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tuckaleechee Caverns and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and Townsend Visitor Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Red Bank Schoolhouse Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Daddy's Trip
Beautiful place to stay. Very comfortable and they provide everything you need to cook with. The jacuzzi tub could use a privacy panel and it would have been better, for the hot tub to be under a shelter, as it rained everyday, but we really did enjoy our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

eric k.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Old school
The first thing we noticed when we pulled up is that there is absolutely no privacy . You share a driveway with the house immediately next door . There is a house directly behind the house the house immediately behind the house into the left and a house immediately below the house to the right . When you park your car you're actually closer to the neighbor's house then you are to the place you're renting. Like I said no privacy . Lovely hot tub on the deck , if you don't mind the neighbors watching you in it . There were roaches. The porches look like they have never been cleaned. The grill look like it had never been cleaned. When we cooked in the kitchen it smelled like bug poison . We knew when we rented that it was an old school house but there is a difference between rustic and nasty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home away from home
Great rustic cottage. Wonderful to have two showers for our family to use. The floor does slant because of age of the home so be careful if you are someone with balance issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
House is old but expected.We had a very relaxing week and the house was more than what we expected.Wonderful views. Loved how the house had the backstory and the history of the property in the house.We will be returners.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Amy B., Moore SC

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as Pictured
First, the location and views are great. But pictures have to be from a decade ago. There needs to be updates and upgrades and the house needs to be leveled (like walking on a ship). Cleaning and upkeep of the property really needs to be improved as well We come to the Smokies often. This would have been the worst rental, except for the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020