Located in Townsend, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Laurel Valley Golf Course and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. .This cabin is 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Cades Cove.
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
Cades Cove - 36 min drive - 26.3 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Townsend Abbey - 11 min drive
The Artistic Bean - 12 min drive
Snoring Bear Diner - 16 min drive
Apple Valley Cafe - 8 min drive
Riverstone Family Restaurant - 14 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.
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat
Time Well Wasted is a woodland retreat that sits on over three private acres of parklike setting with beautiful hardwoods, moss covered rocks, and wildlife galore! The owners have brought the outside indoors with a wall of glass that will greet you as you enter the cabin. This feature looks out into this beautiful setting and can be enjoyed no matter what the weather. This cabin is set up for the more mature guest who are looking to retreat into nature and enjoy the peace and quiet of these beautiful mountains. It is large enough to enjoy for extended visits, and cozy enough to enjoy as a weekend get away. This couples cabin has two large bedrooms with King sized beds and two full baths along with a spacious great room complete with a stacked stone wood burning fireplace. Enjoy the evenings in the great outdoors with the sounds of nature at your side on the deck just off of the living room.
A well equipped kitchen will provide you with everything you need to cook your meals at home inside or outside on the gas grill. New stainless steel appliances make this wonderful kitchen sparkle. This cabin has easy access and is located in the gated community of Laurel Valley in Townsend. Townsend is located at the Cades Cove entry to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. It has been deemed the Peaceful Side of the Smokies, and lives up to the nick-name. The access to this cabin is easy with paved roadways all the way. Plenty of parking and motorcycle friendly. There are 11 steps to the main level from the driveway. There are no further steps once you are inside.. The entire cabin and decking are all on one level. Come and enjoy this peaceful side retreat! in the Great Smoky Mountains.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Cyndie Cornelius
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
14 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Note from host: NO SMOKING in or around the cabin.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Golf
Snow sports gear
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,400 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
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 pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING in or around the cabin.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Time Well Wasted A Mountain Woodland Retreat
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Cabin
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Townsend
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Cabin Townsend
Time Well Wasted - A Mountain Woodland Retreat Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 316 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 316 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 316 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Kim H.
13 Aug 2025
Kim H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
Everything was perfect! Easy check in and check out. The cabin was very pretty and clean. The bed was very comfortable.
Cathy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danny S.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! We truly enjoyed our stay!
Danny S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
DOREEN F.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was an excellent Cabin and great place to stay. The cabin was immaculate, generously stocked with dishes, towels and some necessities. Cindie is definitely a prime hostess and would rent from her again. Pic of the backyard.
DOREEN F.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peace & Quite
We loved the cabin and area! The house was clean, tastefully decorated, well stocked and beautiful! We saw a bear walk by the back porch the first night!! It was secluded enough that you couldn't see other cabins around you. We never heard other people even though there is a cabin not to far away. Beds were comfortable and very spacious bedrooms! Was a nice touch that they had the switches labeled so you knew what to use to turn on lights and fans. Seemed a little odd not to have sink in with second bathroom but definitely not anything couldn't adjust to. We would stay there again and recommend it to anyone that wants a little peace and quite while visiting the hustle and bustle of the Smokey Mountains.
Tim M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shauna B.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful sanctuary
We had a wonderful stay at this home. It is a very peaceful place nestled in the mountains. Our only complaint was that it is advertised with a hot tub and there is not a hot tub on the property. There is a jetted tub in one of the bedrooms, but definitely not the same as a hot tub. Other than that, it was a perfect getaway in the Smoky Mountains. It was clean and fully stocked with anything we needed. Bonus we saw a bear
Shauna B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This property was spacious and
Kelly R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna P.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet side of Smokies
First time to stay in Townsend and it was truly the quiet side. Property is located in a pretty area with a golf course and club house. It is not hard to access and has good parking. Secluded but other cabins in the vicinity. Cabin was exactly as pictured and very clean. Had no problems and enjoyed our visit!
Donna P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Haley B.
20 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Haley B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean well maintained.
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lora B., Fredericktown, USA
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time. The cabin is a great place to stay if you enjoy nature. Townsend is a great little town. We visited Cades cove several times seeing several deer, turkey, coyotes, and black bears. We even spotted a momma bear and 2 cubs from the deck of the cabin. I do wish it had a hot tub. The listing should say jacuzzi tub.
Lora B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quit location
Beautiful, quiet, clean close to activities in Townsend.
Denise H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marlon D., Brandon, Ms
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Loved the privacy of this cabin. It was a perfect stay, even though it rained quite a bit. Thank you, Cyndie, as always!
Marlon D.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rob S.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful side of the Smokies
This property is tucked back away from almost everything. There is one more cabin right as you top the driveway coming into time we'll wasted. We love Townsend more and more each time we come back. The cabin is very nice and there was plenty of room. Has everything you need for a nice quiet stay.host communication was excellent and they were very nice. We certainly will be back.
Rob S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
sage l.
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this stay!
Beautiful house and location, seemless stay. No issues whatsoever! Would stay again!
sage l.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
30 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Angie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenny C.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded getaway
The cabin was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked with supplies. The area was beautiful and so quiet, we absolutely loved it!
Jenny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean M., South Lyon
18 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay!
After being in the "Busy" side of the Smokies, we enjoyed the quaint, quietness of Townsend. Everything was perfect except that we were expecting a hot tub, not just an inside spa tub.
Jean M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dee M.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!!
We enjoyed this little cabin so much! It was the perfect get away for what we wanted. Peaceful and quiet at all times. Very comfortable place to spend our days.
Dee M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erik T.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Time Well Wasted
Yet again this cabin didn’t disappoint ! We love coming to stay here and will definitely be back.
Erik T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Devin B.
15 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary weekend getaway
We loved our stay at time well wasted! Very clean , secluded and so close to town. We ate at all local restaurants in Townsend and rode our E bikes through town and also through the cabin resort and by the golf course! Beautiful stay and would definitely recommend and would love to come back !
Devin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian K.
25 Feb 2025
Brian K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly M.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Property was clean and we had everything we need! Great host
Kimberly M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen H.
30 Jan 2025
Kathleen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer I.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for weekend get-away!
We enjoyed our stay at Time Well Wasted! Loved the fireplace and cozy vibe.