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!
Property manager
Jo Carpenter
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Blender
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Games
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf privileges
Golfing on site
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding 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
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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
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
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
About the neighborhood
Townsend, TN
What's nearby
Laurel Valley Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
Townsend Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Cades Cove - 31 min drive - 23.2 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Townsend Abbey - 9 min drive
The Artistic Bean - 10 min drive
Apple Valley Cafe - 5 min drive
Riverstone Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
Burger Master Drive In - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains !?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Laurel Valley Golf Course and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Tuckaleechee Caverns. Dark Island Swinging Bridge and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Simple Pleasures in the Great Smoky Mountains ! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marnie G.
29 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Marnie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth D.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent time
We enjoyed our stay. Motorcycle friendly which is a huge plus for a mountain home.
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!
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy B.
27 April 2024
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.
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.
April T.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tricia L.
18 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable mountain cabin
We had three adults and two kids. The layout worked out well and the house was clean and comfortable. Jo was quick to respond to questions. The house is in a gated community in the mountain. The roads are narrow and winding and there are a couple of steep hills. We had no problems in a mini van in good weather, but also arrived during the day, which I would recommend if you don’t drive in the mountains often. We would definitely stay there again.
Tricia L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
4 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Clean, quiet, simple, peaceful. Very thankful we stayed here and will do so again in the future.
Michael S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy P.
2 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved everything about our stay . The cabin had everything you needed and then some . The cutest thing was the family that stayed before us left a little surprise, we could either adopt it or leave it for the next guest, we adopted. We also did the same . I hope that will continue.
Tammy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brigid P.
17 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway cabin
Very quiet location up the mountain. At this time of year on multiple trips up and down we only passed one car! Very nice short week away!
My favorite thing was the lovely Christmas decorations and a lit Christmas tree that welcomed us on arrival!
Thank you!!
Brigid P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Susie S., Lima Ohio
12 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to 5 stars
Great place and enjoyed very much! Two marks against it would be poor lighting in the downstairs bedroom and that bedroom carpet really needs replaced. All else was excellent!
Susie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
heather j.
21 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
My family came to Tennessee to cheer on my son and his teammates as their football team was playing in the Rocky Top Nationals. The weather was perfect 70’s and 60’s and Simple Pleasure was the best place for our family. The house had everything that we needed and made cooking easy for every meal. I was more excited that we were able to see three bears walking down the road.
heather j.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather H.
4 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Jo was easy to communicate with both before and during our stay. Plenty of hot water!
Heather H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lara T.
15 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Townsend Cabin
Everything was great. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the screened in porch and back deck. Very easy check in and out process. We would stay here again. Thank so much!!
Lara T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori S.
5 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend getaway!
The cabin was so nice and Jo, the property manager, went out of her way to answer questions we had including a visit to the cabin. The location was wonderful for our visit to Cade’s Cove.
Our family really enjoyed our stay at Simple Pleasures cabin. The cabin was exactly as described and very clean. Check in was easy too. The location was perfect for easy access to the Smoky Mountain National Park for site seeing and hiking, while also not too far of a drive to Pigeon Forge.
Tanya D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
29 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
So cozy and cute!
The cabin was very clean. We also had a very active bear.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tonya B.
30 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Simple pleasures
Great cabin, would stay again
Tonya B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
23 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House/Cabin in quiet neighborhood
Perfect place to stay with family or friends. Super clean, well stocked, completely updated/new, nice ambiance, great deck with screened in porch. Very responsive. Easy access to Townsend/main route but far enough for utter mountain quiet/peacefulness! Plus the bears cruise by nightly to wiggle a nose from a safe distance (and keep on moving)! Will definitely stay here again at next year's Bronco Super Celebration!