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SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown

Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Tennessee

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Place, Bijou Theater
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Knoxville

Located in Old Sevier within a short walk of Tennessee River, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Civil War Gateway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Bijou Theater - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Knoxville Riverboat Company - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Volunteer Landing Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Tennessee - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Angry Dumplings - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Printshop Beer Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Honeybee Coffee Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dazzo's Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown

Experience the perfect retreat, a beautifully updated 3BR/2BA craftsman in the heart of South Knoxville’s most walkable neighborhood that is absolutely GAME DAY ready.

Start your mornings on the porch, spend afternoons exploring riverfront trails, local breweries, and coffee shops, and be minutes from Downtown Knoxville and UT. This is the perfect home base for relaxing stays, game days, or long weekends exploring East Tennessee.

The Space

Enjoy this thoughtfully designed and Game Day ready 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home with comfortable beds, open living spaces, and a fully equipped kitchen, ideal for families, friends, or longer stays.

* Bright living room with 55” Smart TV
* Fully stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals
* Comfortable bedrooms designed for great sleep
* Washer & dryer for convenience

Outdoor Living

* Front porch with custom rope rockers
* Side deck with outdoor dining + gas BBQ
* Long private driveway with parking for 3+ cars (rare for this area)

Location, Location, Location

You’re in the Riverfront District of South Knoxville, walking distance to:
* Restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops
* Riverfront Park & greenways
* Easy access to Downtown Knoxville, UT campus, and Ijams Nature Center

You’ll enjoy partial river views throughout most of the year. In the summer months, mature trees provide shade and privacy along the park. South Knoxville is a vibrant, evolving neighborhood known for its energy, walkability, and access to outdoor recreation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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

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

Rules

Must provide an driver's license to show proof of age

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Sokno River View Craftsman Knoxville
Sokno River View Craftsman Private vacation home
Sokno River View Craftsman Private vacation home Knoxville

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Old Sevier within a short 13-minute walk of Tennessee River. You'll also find Neyland Stadium and Thompson–Boling Arena within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.

Does SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is 13.7 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown.

SoKno Riverwalk District Retreat, 5 Minutes to UT/Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas K.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location, clean accommodations, off-street parking and comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cute house and location worked well enough for our family of 6 — it felt safe, private, we enjoyed the short walking distance from the river, and liked the nearby eatery we tried (Angry Dumplings). The place is set up sufficiently but could use many improvements that would be easily addressed:* Note that the couch is not a sofa bed which we booked thinking it was. Our group of 6 was not 3 couples and would have preferred a sofa bed rather than a couch to sleep on for one guest. I believe I asked about it ahead of time and it may have gotten missed or too close to change my reservation.* The towels and pillows smelled mildewy and the laundry machine needs a full cleaning cycle (we ran a quick cleaning cycle on our last night). It must be hard to keep linens fresh in this humidity but that was not pleasant.* The smaller room by the side door needs more hooks since there is no closet to use; add small bed side tables or a small stand to set down belongings. * Our primary bedroom guest who is elderly suggested: adding a freestanding TP holder since she could not reach behind her, adding wall hooks since hangers were too tall for her, and a light in the closet.* The check out is more work than other places we’ve stayed: running the dishwasher is ok but also putting all the dishes away before leaving should be part of the cleaners’ job in our opinion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute house in a great location. Easy drive to downtown Knoxville and walking distance to several coffee shopsband breweries. The host was available to answer all of my questions. My family had a great time. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy W., Columbia,sc

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness

All you could need

Had fun, close to places we wanted to go. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolf L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roomy, clean and wishing walking distance of some nice options!

Quiet neighborhood, comfy beds, nice kitchen and bathrooms, BBQ grill was a real plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

eileen o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house!

Came with family and friends for Tennessee victory over Florida! Love the location in walking distance to South Coast Pizza and Red Bud restaurant as well as others. House was clean and perfect for our stay! Would stay again! Hosts were great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location, Perfect Home and Amazing Hosts

Perfect place for hiking, bike riding, kayaking, dining and breweries. Everything is in easy walking distance on the South River side and Market Square is $9 Uber ride. The home is well stocked and decorated.The hosts incredible.we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

I would not stay here again

It is a cute house in the pictures, but I wouldn't stay here again. The finishing look good, but are not maintained properly. The flooring in the master bedroom seemed to pop up in spots when you walked on it. The master shower faucet was loose from the wall. The master bathroom toilet paper holder was also broken from the wall on one side. The ceiling fan in the room with double beds had at least 3 inches on dust on the blades of the fan. When we arrived at 4pm for our check in the property was being cleaned. It was not ready at our check in time. The property was definitely not worthy of the $$$ cleaning fee. The house did provide a washer and dryer. The full kitchen had the basic needs. The space was big enough for our group of 5. This one looks good on paper, but disappointing in person. The neighborhood is trying, but it didnt feel safe enough for our girls trips in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, adorable and near everything!

We only stayed one night, but the place was clean, all of the beds were so comfy and there was so much to do around. The host was quick with responses and very easy to work with. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Comfortable, lovely house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Business trip

Great location and set up for a couple colleagues for a work trip to Knoxville. Close to a coffee shop, and lovely neighborhood right on the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness

walk to beer and food

Interesting millenial/college area, very updated house, walk to eateries and pubs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Judith O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Underwhelming…..

In general the inside looked nice and modern and renovated. However, curb appeal was not impressive at all, overgrown and messy. The bathrooms were very dirty and moldy. Bathroom linens were scarce. Sorry but you need to get a K-cup coffee pot, everyone wants a different flavor of coffee these days and your bottom of the line coffee pot was not good. There was nowhere to put your clothes in the master BR or second bedroom. The layout was nice but the living room furniture was stained. I had to dust the ceiling fan in the master before using it! All in all disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

This house was exactly as shown. Host replied to my questions very quickly. We were very happy. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly E., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for grad school reunion

5 of us who went to UT for grad school met up for a mini reunion. Great space to catch up and quickly get to good food, campus, and other places the out of towners wanted to visit while back in Knoxville!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Ellen E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house, guest services need improvement

Nicely refurbished and very clean home close to downtown and campus areas. Neighborhood is definitely still in transition. Lots of new apartments and remodeled homes, but also lots of run down homes too. Check-in was clunky. We arrived after 4 to find people at the house, which was confusing. Figured out it was the cleaner. We had to kill time until she finished cleaning. Realize things come up, but a text update would have been helpful so we could have planned accordingly. She did offer us late check out to make up for it, but our travel schedule didn't allow us to take advantage of it. The heat pump was right outside the main bedroom window and made a very loud humming sound when running, which was most of the time. Due to the noise keeping us awake, we had to move to the bedroom in the front of the house and sleep in twin beds. The bedding and towels were excellent, but we only had one hand towel for the bathrooms and no kitchen wash cloths or towels at all. I did leave my make-up mirror there and the cleaner was nice enough to hold on to it so we could pick it up when we went through Knoxville on our way back home, which was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swim Meet at UT

Great location for driving back and forth to UT. Wonderful place and great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute House

House was as pictured. Very nicely updated, beds were comfortable. Our group traveled to Knoxville for a show check-in was at 4pm, due to a few days of terrible snow and cold weather the place had not been cleaned by 4pm so we had to find somewhere to kill time prior to the show. The housekeeper did a great job cleaning and was done by 7pm. Host offered late check-out for inconvenience. Due to the lack of heat in the house our group did not get to enjoy this rental 52-56 degrees is not a comfortable. My main problem was the heat in the house did not work. Because we did not have time to go back to the rental after it was cleaned because of our show. We did not know the heat was not working until 12am. Our group made the decision to stay despite it only being 56 degrees in the house. It was a very cold and uncomfortable night of sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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