Peaceful Forest Setting | Hot Tub Relaxation | Wood-Burning Fire Pit | 15 Mi to Pigeon Forge Unplug and let adventure lead the way at 'Bear Essentials!' This 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental in Townsend puts you close to the best of the Smokies. Explore the nearby trails, tour Tuckaleechee Caverns, chase thrills at Dollywood, or catch a UT football game. Back home, slip off your hiking boots and step onto the deck for a soothing hot tub soak. Book your mountain escape today! -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 2: 1 full bed, 1 twin bunk bed OUTDOOR LIVING - Furnished screened deck - Open deck w/ seating - Private hot tub - Wood-burning fire pit - Scenic forest views INDOOR LIVING - Smart TV - Board games & books - Wood-burning stove - Dining table - Standing shower KITCHEN - Refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven - Dishware & flatware, cooking basics - Keurig coffee maker GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central A/C & heating - Washer & dryer - Linens, towels FAQ - Quiet hours (after 10:00 PM) - Limited cell service - 4WD required in snow ACCESSIBILITY - 1 1/2-story cabin - Step-free entry via ramp - All bedrooms & bathroom on 1st floor PARKING - Driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- - Close to Great Smoky Mountains Nat’l Park (Townsend entrance) - 6 miles to Tuckaleechee Caverns - 7 miles to The Sinks (waterfall) - 19 miles to Dollywood - 23 miles to Gatlinburg & Ober Mountain - 23 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport & 24 miles to Gatlinburg Pigeon Forge Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking or vaping - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This 1 1/2-story cabin offers step-free entry through use of the deck ramp. All bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the 1st floor - Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in snowy weather to access the property - The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality