Close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta, River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River! provides laundry facilities, a hot tub and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 465 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River!
Sprout your River Romance in the Great Smoky Mountains at this charming pet-friendly, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Nestled right along a rushing river, you can hear the sound of the water flow past while roasting marshmallows around the firepit, soaking aching muscles in the steamy hot tub, cooking out at the charcoal grill, or sitting down for a lovely dinner at the outdoor table.
For more entertainment and comfort, head inside this adorable river property to lounge on the sofas while watching a DVD on the big screen TV or sipping cocktails in front of the crackling, wood-burning fireplace. A separate enclosed sitting room invites you to watch the river ripples through the picture window or crack open a good book to read for a spell.
In the retro-style, fully equipped kitchen, you can cook meals, grab a quick bite, or pour drinks. Dine at the table together or use the space to set up a board or card game. When you're ready to hit the hay, there's a king-size bed with your name on it! Plus, there's a TV in the bedroom, free Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, a bonus queen bedroom if needed, paved parking (motorcycle-friendly), and keyless entry to make your River Romance comfortable indeed.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
On the waterfront
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 700 square feet
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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
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Gatlinburg, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Little Pigeon River, while Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are not to be missed. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Is River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Hillbilly Golf, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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River Romance - Relax by the Pigeon River! Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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The property is located probably within a quarter of a mile from Trolley Stop 2 which is an easy walk. Also only a mile and a half walk to the Ober tram. House situated on a dead-end street. Great location because different members of group can simply walk to area attractions. My husband hates the hustle and bustle of tourist destinations, but this place felt like it is tucked into the forest right on the river. There is a larger hotel across the river that does cast a lurid glow from fluorescent lights in their parking garage, but for price, comfort, and location, it is not a deal breaker.Do not suggest for families with toddlers/young children because railings are not around the patio area, and a fall from that location to the river would probably cause injuries.We brought the family dog. Easy neighborhood to walk him.The house is small, but it does have 2 full bathrooms which is nice! My 21 year-old daughter used the second bedroom, and my 17 year-old son used the foldout sofa in the sitting room, so each person had their own space.The hot tub was clean and ready to go when we got there.This was our first time staying in Gatlinburg, so I suggest stopping at grocery store before you get there. Also, pick up some firewood too.We would rent again.
The cottage was clean and had everything we needed for our family of 4. By far the location is the biggest selling point. It's right on the edge of town so easy to walk in one direction or drive away from traffic in the other. It would be better for a couple with no kids probably due to the size, but it was fine with our teenagers and the second bathroom is a big plus. The only reason for 4 stars vs 5 is the lack of amenities provided. If they upgraded the towels and bedding and eliminated the need to pack paper products It would be 5 for sure.
The good: location is perfect, walkable to downtown Gatlinburg and easy driving access to the bypass/National Park and Pigeon Forge; parking is right outside the door; nice river frontage
The not-so-good: towels are tiny and rough - think hotel pool towels. The sheet was too small for the bed I slept on and it came off every night, making for less than ideal sleep. Very stingy with the bedding - nothing extra including nothing for the pull out sofa. One of the bedroom tv receivers didn't work and there was all kinds of signage warning us to leave it alone or we would be charged. Hot tub is fine for 2 but crowded after that.
Cabin was perfect for our anniversary get away. The decor is beautiful, location was great, creek was amazing, and the bear was super cool coming across the yard.
Lana W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jeff W.
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Property owner insisted on downloading state ID which was a little creepy.
Cabin was great! Excellent, quiet location and easily in walking distance to downtown Gatlinburg. My wife loved the coziness of it and the retro decor. Cabin was clean and check in was very smooth. Will definitely be back!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Harold
25 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice cabin with more than expected room. The shower drain was slow, washing machine made some weird noises and the gas stove wouldn’t light. Regardless of these small concerns we had a great time and enjoyed our stay!
Harold
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jamie M.
18 Jul 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good, Bad, Ugly
The good. The location is convenient. The cabin is adorable. I loved that there was a second bedroom that wasn’t listed. Now the bad and ugly. To get into the neighborhood, there are no true signal lights. Just a flashing red and flashing yellow. That was dangerous to turn into the neighborhood and out of the neighborhood, as the location is central to downtown and it is heavy traffic. As far as the actual cabin, it was filthy. So filthy that I wore shoes the entire time I was inside and we didn’t use the tub or shower in the hall. There was black mildew all in the tub jets and the wall grout. The floors were so dirty I couldn’t even mop up all of the black filth. The creek in the back is amazing, but the stairs to get to it are broken. Being 6 weeks pregnant, we didn’t risk me climbing down the broken stairs. But my 6 year old and husband made the climb. It was a pain. Also, the back patio has no railing so that’s scary if you have children. Overall, we enjoyed it but had I known those things, I probably would have booked somewhere else.
We enjoyed staying at this cute little place near the strip. The stream in the backyard was so nice. Being able to walk to the strip was amazing considering the traffic was rough on the weekend. Wish there was some time of handrail on the back patio and the dryer makes and very loud noise when operating. Other than that we will absolutley stay here again.
I am so thankful I did not let the negative reviews keep me from trying out this place. I have so many good things to say about this cute little house. Fun surprise, there are 2 bedrooms. Not just 1. 2 rooms AND a sleeper sofa. The beds were comfy. The bathrooms worked like we needed them to. The washer and dryer were helpful. The little sunroom facing the creek is so peaceful. The fire pit was awesome. The kids loved the hot tub. The ONLY negative thing I have to say about this place is the porch/deck area has no railing to keep you safe from the ledge. This however did not keep us from enjoying our stay. We will be staying here again.
During the last day of our stay, there was a fire that started in PF. The rental company kept us informed on the evacuation process. Fortunately we did not have to but they were very prompt in alerting us when necessary. I never felt unsure or concerned about our safety. Thank you Cabins 4 You!
Great weekend at the house. The river by the patio was amazing. The inside was super cute and way bigger than I expected. We did have an issue with the hot tub not working the whole time we were there but I would definitely stay here again.
Jim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Dan h.
25 Feb 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
It was okay. Not the cleanest.
The tile in bathrooms was mildewed and didn’t feel clean. Fireplace was musty smelling. The kitchen was amazing and well equipped. Couch in sunroom needs to be replaced. Whole in the middle and cannot sit on. King bed mattress in need of replacing.