Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Townsend Abbey - 3 min walk
The Artistic Bean - 20 min walk
Apple Valley Cafe - 9 min drive
Riverstone Family Restaurant - 6 min drive
Burger Master Drive In - 5 min drive
About this property
Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*
Family-friendly lodge near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An electric car charging station, smoke-free property and games
A billiards/pool table and barbecues
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* offer perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware and travel cots
5.5 bathrooms with baths and showers
Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas
Property manager
Parker Borofsky
Languages
English, Spanish
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In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Games
Hot tub
Water park
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In the mountains
On a river
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Separate dining area
Spices
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24
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
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22*?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* located?
This family-friendly Townsend lodge is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tube Junction and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. River Rage Go-Kart Track and Hedgewood Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Big Lodge* River Access * 11 beds *Sleeps 22* Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 64 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kelly M.
2 Aug 2024
Great Family Vacation
This house was amazing! So clean and soo much to do for all ages! Beds were really comfortable! We will definitely be staying here again!
Kelly M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheila S.
8 Dec 2024
Bronco off roadeo
We stayed here so we could go to the Bronco off roadeo, it was about a 40 min beautiful drive! This house was comfortable and large we had 4 couples all had their own king size bed with an ensuit bathroom, this was so great!! Two things that did disappoint but not enough to mark the property down the pillows are large fat uncomfortable foam pillows in many of the rooms and we could not get the ice machine to work,other than these two issues this house is great was very happy as to how clean it was and the couch in the living room made us all feel comfortable and we could all hang out together thank you for a great stay!
Sheila S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan B.
22 Jul 2024
Great
Great property
Alan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Francis S.
20 Jun 2024
Summer getaway
Fun , adventure, the cove , Pigeon Forge
Francis S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex M.
1 Jul 2024
Everything they said it was
Great property, very clean, comfy beds, lots of things to do with kids and adults...The walk to the river is a chore but worth it!!
Alex M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dima P.
31 Mar 2024
A great house on the quieter side of the the smoky mountains park area.
A great house on the quieter side of the the smoky mountains park area. Plenty of space for 12 (6 adults + 6 kids). The host was close by and offered good suggestions.
Dima P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beverly M.
2 Mar 2024
Wonderful
Amazing time had by ALL!
Beverly M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike D.
27 Aug 2023
Great Time
Great area, Great House, Great Owner
Mike D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
TAMMY B.
2 Oct 2023
FRIENDS VACATION
Gorgeous house, rooms were very nice and plenty of space.
TAMMY B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Renee S.
8 Oct 2023
Wonderful place for family reunion
This house was perfect for our family reunion. Lots of space for 5 families. The kids loved the game room , spa, and golf area. We found the kitchen perfect to cook in and the serve buffet style. Wonderful place!
Renee S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela C., Jacksonville,Fl
27 May 2023
Family vacation
Everyone enjoyed them self.
Angela C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
23 Jul 2024
Great spacious lodge for large families!
This lodge was so spacious and perfect for our family of 15 from adults all the way on down to 6 weeks old. The hosts Oz and Parker were so accommodating and even purchased new baby gates ahead of our stay. Kitchen was very well equipped compared to other cabins we have stayed in. Pots and pans were in great shape!
We LOVED the couch! So big, comfy, and roomy! Kids enjoyed the mini golf and come home on the porches, and of course loved the game room. So much space in this place! We enjoyed having river access just a short drive from the lodge. Location was convenient to grocery and just down the road from Cades Cove entrance which was wonderful since we love it so much!
Thank you Oz and Parker for a wonderful memorable stay!
Kelly R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick B., Chicago, US
17 Aug 2023
Fantastic House
It was well set up for our big (17 people) group! Host was very responsive and the place was clean.
Rick B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roderick C.
14 Jan 2024
33rd bday retreat
It was everything the pictures showed. Everything was clean. Very spacious for me and my guests. We enjoyed ourselves and the accommodations. Property owner was very hospitable.
Roderick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
21 Dec 2023
Christmas 2023
We had the best time getting together as a family, there are 18 of us. This is our 2nd year staying in the Big Lodge on Little River. We definitely plan to stay again next year. Thank you so much to Parker and Oz for making our stay wonderful.
Chris D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Autumn W.
13 Sept 2023
Very large beautiful home!
This home is just amazing! The pictures do not do it justice. It is beautiful and very large. Great for a large group! The host helped when needed and we loved all the space this home provided.
Autumn W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
MICHAEL W.
25 Mar 2023
Great place
Overall a great place to stay with the family.we had a fantastic time at the cabin and lots to do all around, but the only dissatisfaction i had with the place is that they stated they had a charcoal grill and its acually a gas grill turned into a carcoal grill with no temperature control so it ended up overcooking the food and burning it.
MICHAEL W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anita I.
5 Jun 2023
Awesome family gathering cabin!
We had 8 adults and 9 grandchildren from 1 year to 7 years old When our 7 old grandson toured the cabin and saw the miniature golf , air hockey, pool table , and PAC Man he said “Grandma picked the perfect cabin !” It was secluded yet with easy access to Townsend and the Smoky Mountains. Highly recommend!
Anita I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathy C.
16 Oct 2023
Large House
A large, spacious house that has a lot of privacy. It's a great location. The pictures do not do it justice.
The fireplace in the great room is wonderful!!!
We could have used some blankets as the weather is getting chillier.
Kathy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Inqu. x dueño L.
26 May 2023
Lovely home for family gatherings
The house and area are amazing. Perfect for family reunions. The game room is out of this world. The owner was quick to respond for several reasons. Thank you.
Inqu. x dueño L.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
2 Aug 2023
Excellent
Beautiful Property - the only thing I seen was that the Kitchen needed to be bigger. It was a challenge to cook for 20 people but we managed. Would recommend for anyone with a large family group to go on vacation together.
Mary H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
5 Aug 2023
Fantastic Property
This house was a perfect place for our family to spend a long weekend together. The place was large with plenty of room for everybody to sleep. Everything was laid out nicely. The game room and the miniature golf on the lower deck kept all ages entertained. There was more than enough parking available. We also enjoyed cooking out in the deck on the charcoal grill as well as in the kitchen. We definitely would stay here again.
Susan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Jonathan T.
17 May 2024
Disliked: Communication
Great place. Host not responsive.
Great place to stay, clean, well-kept, the games are nice to have for everyone. We accidentally left my daughter’s beloved blanket and an expensive pillow. We sent a message to the host (the only messages we sent during our stay), the host replied and then we heard nothing back and still have no answer or items. We did offer to pay to have them sent as well as the convenience fee for their trouble.
Jonathan T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jarett R.
13 Aug 2023
50th Birthday
Had friends and family. We all had a blast with everyone having there on space. Place was amazing. 10 am check out was tough but we made it work. The only thing was in the description it made it sound like the river access was on the property but its a good walk to get to it. Would love to stay there again
Jarett R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kassondra L.
26 Jul 2023
Tennessee get-a-way summer 2023
Great description of property and details for navigating the GPS directions. House had nice details like comfortable sheets and mattresses. It would have been helpful to know that we had access to stores so close in description and to maybe mention how busy the river can become with tubers. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed the property very much!