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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 51152 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Townsend, TN
  • Place, Next To Heaven
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Metcalf Bottoms
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Townsend

Located within a mile (2 km) of Next To Heaven, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Metcalf Bottoms. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Next To Heaven - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Metcalf Bottoms - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sloppy Hog Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Heavenly Roast - ‬6 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.

Alpine Joy- Hot Tub, Lake Access, Cozy Cabin Retreat in the Smokies

Welcome to Alpine Joy, a peaceful luxury retreat where the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains surrounds you on six private wooded acres. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a small family escape, this charming one-bedroom, two-bath cabin offers the perfect blend of mountain seclusion, modern comfort, and convenient access to the area's most beloved destinations.

Wake each morning to the sounds of nature, sip coffee on the porch overlooking a peaceful pond, and spend your days exploring nearby Cades Cove, tubing in Townsend, or the attractions of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. After a day of adventure, return to your private mountain sanctuary to unwind in the screened-in hot tub, gather around the fire pit beneath the stars, or enjoy a cookout on the charcoal grill surrounded by the tranquility of the forest.

Inside, Alpine Joy feels warm and inviting with a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living room with a gas fireplace, and a spacious king bedroom designed for rest and relaxation. The upstairs loft provides additional sleeping space along with an air hockey and ping pong table, making it a fun retreat for kids and adults alike.

As an added bonus, guests enjoy access to Honeysuckle Meadows, where you can cool off in the seasonal swimming pool, cast a line in the fishing pond, or simply enjoy even more of the natural beauty that makes this area so special.

Conveniently located between Townsend and Wears Valley, just minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Alpine Joy offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain living and easy access to the best of the Smokies. Whether you're reconnecting with nature, spending quality time with loved ones, or simply slowing down for a while, Alpine Joy is the perfect place to create unforgettable mountain memories.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

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

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Townsend, close to Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Next To Heaven. You'll also find Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Metcalf Bottoms within a short drive.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is 26.6 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Alpine Joy- Hot Tub, Lake Access, Cozy Cabin Retreat in the Smokies Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was great! Such a nice cozy getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a spectacular view, loved the crisp air in the morning on the deck. The home was so cozy and wonderful. Needed this relaxing time. Your home is so inviting and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin

Great Thanksgiving get away
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin!

Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Cute, remote, cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quite

Enjoyed the stay. Had mama bear and her 2 cubs come for a visit twice on the porch. My son fished in the pond. The boys including husband enjoyed the hot tub! Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay at beautiful cabin

Cabin was clean, nicely decorated and we had a pleasant stay. Dryer was not working but one call to bear cabin rentals and it was fixed promptly. The only thing we disliked was the strong odor from the well water, overall nice location and a beautiful cabin to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best relaxing, quiet, peaceful get away

My boyfriend and I couldn’t be more happier with alpine joy. It was the perfect get away. Secluded in the mountains but close enough to go enjoy Gatlinburg and pigeon forge. The hot tub was nice to soak in after a long day. The perfect get away.I highly recommend making this a go to stay when heading to the Smokey mountains. We will definitely be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Secluded and peaceful

We made reservations and were worried because of reviews. We got there and it totally surpassed our expectations.. Its secluded and lovely. We loved the area the decor was great and there is lots to do close to the cabin. We actually saw a bear twice the second time it was getting into our trunk as we were packing! We loved our stay overall. The jacuzzi jets dont work on inside tub so that was disappointing but otherwise very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the cabin and surroundings. Very private yet close to the Park.

Didn’t realize the cabin was in a community, but the houses are far enough apart that there’s plenty of privacy, at least in early November. Loved the Smoky Mtn charm of the place and definitely enjoyed the hot tub. Wish there had been some basics like coffee filters, sugar... TP wasn’t the best and it’s definitely time for a new toilet in the master. The iron deposits make it look gross. If you do replace it get one that’s taller. Adults use it, not toddlers.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place to Stay

We had a great time staying at this cabin. It was well off a main road & isolated from other cabins. The paved road is fairly narrow however we never met another vehicle on the road going to or from the cabin. We were even able to watch a mother bear & two cubs one time while we were going back to the cabin. It was so neat! It’s also a very easy drive to make to Pigeon Forge & to a Dollar General not far a few times for supplies we forgot. The cabin was beautifully decorated & great place to stay. The kitchen was adequate, however a few more pots & pans would be helpful & there were no pot holders so I had to use dish towels. There was little to no cell reception which made planning activities a little difficult but at the same time, having no service meant we were really able to enjoy our time together without distractions of phones. The hot tub & jacuzzi tub were in good working order & made the stay that much more pleasant. My kids loved the loft with game table & their own bathroom. All in all, we were very pleased with Alpine Joy & would stay there again. Beautiful place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The good- The location is great. Close enough to the tourist attractions of nearby cities but far enough away that you can disconnect from it if you choose to. The cabin layout worked great for our family. The bad or could be better- the roof leaked in the upstairs bathroom when it rained, based on the warped floor it been doing that for a minute. The air hockey table/ping pong table- no ping pong balls and the air hockey fans don’t work so that is an unusable amenity. Which lead to disappointed kids as they were pumped to use it but couldn’t. We looked in nearby stores for ping pong balls without any luck. The fridge leaked water from the freezer onto food in the refrigerator, ruining the food. Towels are very small, I would recommend bringing your own. In short: the location and layout are great. The amenities that the host can control are lacking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice Property, needs some TLC

Beautiful Cabin. Nice location. The Property needs some repairs and TLC. The rental agent is in Pigeon Forge 11 miles from the cabin. They require a visit to get the access code. This is inconvenient if coming from the west off of I-75. The land line Phone service is off, and there is no ATT wireless coverage. There is no Internet service provided. The Direct TV was off when we arrived, it took 2 days to get turned on. Both of the Shower Doors are sticking, need repair. Picnic Table is broken. 1/2 the jets in the hot tub work. Pool Table in poor repair. There are at least two roof leaks, one over the entry steps, and one over the hot tub. Trees in front of cabin need trimming, they are blocking the view. Carpenter Bee's are damaging the siding. Major dusting needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointment

The cabin was lovely and I "think" it was in a lovely place. The grounds around the cabin drastically needs mowing. There were a couple of rustic plows and a tractor. However, they could barely be seen with all the growth around them. The pond would be beautiful, if it could be seen. It would be wonderful to walk down to the pond. The cabin itself needs a little attention. Light bulbs need replacing in kitchen and bathroom (downstairs). Even with socks on, I could feel grit/sand on the floor downstairs. The most upsetting was that I was unable to use the code given to open the door. After nobody returned my phone call 30-45 minutes later, I walked around the house, checking the windows and the back door. The back door was unlocked!!! When I eventually got someone to answer the phone, I was told "the cabin wasn't on line". This trip was not the peaceful, weekend I had envisioned. However, all of the was due to carelessness on the person who cleans/locks doors, the caretaker of the grounds, and whoever sent me a code that didn't work. This company would do well if you'd consider hiring responsible, trustworthy employees. The location and cabin alone are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

This property could be 5 star with a little work.

Owner needs to provide internet service, the large eye in the stove doesn’t work correctly, the toilet downstairs looks like a disease waiting to happen...CLR will clean those rust stains. All the signs in the house stating you will be charged extra if you do this or that are annoying. If you have more than two bags of garbage, make a 30 mile round trip to Pigeon Forge to place it in the dumpsters at the office managing the property or you will be charged more. Are you kidding? It’s 40 minutes from west Knoxville to this house, but Bear Creek Cabins wants you to make that additional 30 mile drive to their office for a key code. They already had full payment, a copy of my drivers license, a copy of one of my guests drivers license and my credit card. This is ridiculous. The carpenter bees are literally eating the exterior of the house, the rain gutter is falling off, the hot tub jets are questionable as to wether or not they come on, the TV is an antique, the phone service was out and there is very spotty cell phone service here. I feel we would have been in serious trouble had we had a medical emergency. Then we get a call that the neighbors can’t get up their driveway so they would be parking three cars in our driveway. If I were the owner, I would ditch Bear Creek Cabin rentals and manage the property only through VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Not aware of no internet or cell service till arrival at cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Somewhat secluded with no internet

If you are ok with a somewhat secluded cabin, this place could be for you. This cabin has no Wi-Fi and my Verizon service was non existent. So be prepared for no internet until you get back to the main highway. The lack of internet service definitely hampered our planning during our stay. The inside of the cabin was clean. The toilets are as described in other reviews due to the water. My kids loved the bunk beds and the ping pong table upstairs (no net). It is about a 20 minute drive to Pigeon Forge and about 35-45 mins to Gatlinburg. The drive up to the cabin itself can be a bit scary if you are not used to steep narrow hills. A word of caution, do not miss your turn coming to the cabin or you will end up driving to the top of the mountain which was a bit frightening. Overall nice place to stay but a bit far from town for our taste. Also, the lack of internet, even on our phones, was a downer for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Rodent problems

My wife and I booked for our honeymoon and the monrning before we checked out we were awaken by a rat in the bed with us
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family vacation

The cabin was nice but seriously needs some upgrades!! The toilets are absolutely disgusting! Well water is not an excuse! There was barely anything to cook with that was actually big enough and not meant for one person.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Getaway

My overall experience was very pleasant. Check-in was very simple and contact-free. The cabin was private with a perfect view of the mountains and of the fishing pond across the drive. The drive itself was paved making it easily accessible. It was the perfect getaway for anyone seeking relaxation and peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beautiful location

This was a beautiful location and the cabin itself wasn't too bad. The hot tub deck had mildew issues that prevented us from going out there, and there were several mice we caught in the cabin. It had well water which meant I had to wash my hair in town at a salon. Other than that, we loved the location. The lake view was great. I wouldn't personally rent this one again. There wasn't a lot in the cabin for a longer stay like ours (7 days) ie cooking supplies etc, compared to other cabins we've stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Love this cabin and location plan to go again next year if not again this year!

Recommend to anyone!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We Loved this property!

The cabin was perfect for our weekend stay. We loved that it was quiet, secluded and peaceful and outside of the hustle and bustle of the tourist attractions, but close enough to drive and enjoy the attractions too. The staff was very helpful in our search for cabin to host our wedding ceremony too! We will be repeat customers.

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