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Tuckaleechee Retreat Center is a Christian non-profit, which is home to the National Office for Children's Bible Ministries, Inc. We offer seven cabins/lodges of varying sizes, sleeping from 2-40 guests! The main lodge features a beautiful saltwater pool, which is available to all of our guests, open Memorial Day through Labor Day. All cabins have gas fireplaces (Firefly Lodge has an electric fireplace), fully equipped kitchens, grills, and hot tubs. Bed and bath linens are also provided! Activities available to all of our guests include the pool, basketball hoop, corn hole, and fire pit.
Our Blue Spruce cabin offers one Master Suite with a king bed and large jacuzzi tub with ensuite bathroom. There is a sofa, gas fireplace (available October through April), and flat screen Smart TV/DVD ...Tuckaleechee Retreat Center is a Christian non-profit, which is home to the National Office for Children's Bible Ministries, Inc. We offer seven cabins/lodges of varying sizes, sleeping from 2-40 guests! The main lodge features a beautiful saltwater pool, which is available to all of our guests, open Memorial Day through Labor Day. All cabins have gas fireplaces (Firefly Lodge has an electric fireplace), fully equipped kitchens, grills, and hot tubs. Bed and bath linens are also provided! Activities available to all of our guests include the pool, basketball hoop, corn hole, and fire pit.
Our Blue Spruce cabin offers one Master Suite with a king bed and large jacuzzi tub with ensuite bathroom. There is a sofa, gas fireplace (available October through April), and flat screen Smart TV/DVD with free WIFI in the living room. The beautiful deck overlooking the mountains provides rocking chairs, a charcoal grill, and outdoor hot tub.
Parking space for 1 vehicle at the cabin, however more parking is available near the office.
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Other Important Info:
Tennessee sales and lodging taxes total 14.75%.
Sales tax exempt organizations will only be charged the 5% LODGING tax, when proof of information is on file and organization's check or credit card is used for payment.
Guest will be required to sign Tuckaleechee Retreat Center's rental agreement after the booking is confirmed, which includes the rules and policies for our property including our no pets and no alcohol policy.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Minimum booking age requirement is 18.
No alcohol allowed in cabins or anywhere on premises.
No pets.
Smoking allowed OUTSIDE ONLY.
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We fully enjoyed our stay at Blue Spruce cabin. Although it’s within sight of other cabins, we never saw anyone else outside! The cabin is clean, cosy, and modern. One hot tub indoors and one outside on the deck. Townsend is just minutes away. Because of rain, we didn’t get to hike the trail to the top of the mountain, but I bet the view is great!
Visited April 2023
Written 10 April 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
m4e4g4s
Oxford, OH1 contribution
Nice getaway for just the two of us.
This was a nice getaway. Very cozy, but perfect for just the two of us. The cabin had a bit of a smell, but you only noticed it upon first coming into the place. The cabin had all the amenities we needed and we were very happy with the place. Only thing is the hot tub was not in working order - it was full but not with warm/hot water (it was colder than the pool water). Did enjoy the indoor tub though. This cabin is just a few minutes outside of Townsend, and super close to Cades Cove. A great quiet and peaceful place for a romantic getaway.
Visited June 2013 Travelled as a couple
Written 8 July 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Megan, thank you for your review. I appreciate the comments about the smell and the hot tub. We have already addressed those concerns for future guests.
Written 7 July 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Colette McGinnis -:- Flemingsburg, KY
great experience
The cabin was everything that we could have hoped it to be. It was very clean and comfortable and quiet. Townsend had several great family dining facilities.
Visited June 2013
Written 27 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you, Colette, for posting a review.
Written 27 June 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
John F
Murfreesboro, TN33 contributions
Could Not Have Liked It Better !
We arrived on Monday and as soon as we got to the cabin, we loved it! Perfect setting on a hillside and the way it is situated is perfect. So quiet with no one bothering you at all. The ride to Cades Cove is only a few miles away. Townsend is the best kept secret of the Smokies. :) We plan on going back to the cabin hopefully next year. :) Loved the outdoor hot and the large indoor jacuzzi tub as well. Cable if you needed it, wifi, all the amenities of home. Thanks so much.
Visited October 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 12 October 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
heirloomgardentn
Athens, TN1 contribution
Peacful, quiet, inviting... the PERFECT place to recharge!
Thank you for a wonderful weekend! The cabin was clean, well stocked, cozy and inviting. We could not have asked for a better place to stay. The innkeeper, Ruth White was kind, helpful and welcoming.... thank you for your kindness. We would recommend this cabin or the retreat center to our family and friends and hope to come again many times in the future.
Visited July 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 2 August 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
RLMskier
Billings, MT86 contributions
Quiet, peaceful, excellent value
My wife and i spent three nights here June 10-12 and really did enjoy it. It is an older cabin on the grounds of the Tuckaleechee Retreat Center but there didn't seem to be anything going on so it was very peaceful and quiet and comfortable. The hot tub on the deck is definitely hot and was really great after a day of whitewater kayaking and driving from Jonesborough. The manager, Ruth, is very nice and easy to deal with.
Visited June 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 21 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
Wi-fi
Parking
Parking available
Indoor amenities
Air conditioning
Central heating
Fireplace
Internet access
Cable television
Property features
Ceiling Fans
Staff on property
Kitchen and dining
Grill
Freezer
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cooker
Toaster
Outdoor amenities
Balcony
Deck
Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
Terrace
Nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Horse riding facilities
Hiking areas
Things to do
Fishing spots available
Watersports
Cycling areas
Bathroom and laundry
Iron
Hot bath
Linens provided
Towels provided
Location info
Kid friendly
Scenic views
Mountain views
Entertainment
DVD player
Television
Map
Getting there
Mc Ghee Tyson Airport
16.5 mi
Restaurants
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro
1.6 mi
The Artistic Bean
2.5 mi
Trailhead Steak & Trout House
2 mi
Good Vibes On the River
1.5 mi
Attractions
Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing
2.8 mi • Amusement & Theme Parks
Foothills Parkway
4.5 mi • Scenic Drives
Tuckaleechee Caverns
5 min • Caverns & Caves
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
3 mi • History Museums
About the neighbourhood
This cabin is in Townsend, TN, a peaceful town beside the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the few free national parks in the U.S.!! We are nestled on the side of the mountain, overlooking the beautiful Dry Valley and Rich Mountain, where serenity abounds!
Townsend provides delicious restaurants, several options for river tubing, souvenir shopping, museums, horseback riding, and more! The National Park has endless opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, picnics, and viewing wildlife. A favorite is the Cades Cove Loop Rd which is 11 miles of scenery and wildlife in its natural habitat.
Just a short 30 minutes away, is Pigeon Forge, home of Dollywood and many fun tourist attractions and shopping options.
Getting around
You can walk or ride a bike, but we are located approximately 3 miles from 'town,' and the roads are steep and winding! We would recommend a car. However, biking is VERY popular in this area, so bring your bike if you like to ride!
Access
Car required
How to get there
We are located 20 minutes from Cades Cove, 30 minutes from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, 45 minutes from Knoxville, and 2 hours from Chattanooga!
If you are flying, Knoxville airport (TYS) is a small airport just 30 minutes away, very simple to navigate. Airlines that fly into TYS are Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, and United.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesWatersports
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