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Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Property grounds
Children’s area
Nestled in the heart of Walden's Creek, Cottage by the Creek is a serene retreat where nature meets comfort. Relax to the soothing sounds of a babbling brook right outside your back door, and unwind with birdwatching or fishing in the shallow creek. This renovated 1930s farmhouse boasts large windows offering breathtaking views from both bedrooms and living areas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge

Cottage by the Creek is an original 1930’s renovated farmhouse on Walden's Creek with our back porch only feet from it. The pictures are accurate in scale. The roads are flat and easy particularly in winter - no getting snowed in! It is private, peaceful and plenty of wildlife comes by early in the morning for a drink. The ducks come twice a day like clockwork. If you are up early, you may see the turkey family come by or "Granddaddy Long Legs", our resident blue heron. No matter the time of day, the birds are everywhere and we have feeders out for them for you to enjoy bird watching!

The creek is shallow enough to wade, explore and hunt for crawdads and small fish and you can relax to the sound of a babbling brook right outside the back door. Yes, you can try to fish it in the deeper pools! We are pet friendly so bring your dog to enjoy the creek as much as you will. Of course, nighttime is beautiful with the firepit and the view of the stars; for those who love to camp, you will feel like you are camping under the stars in the woods...but your comfortable bed is just inside!

The home itself is a farmhouse that was located years ago to this property and we have completely renovated it. It is cozy and as peaceful inside as it is outside. We have added large windows across the back to be able to see the view from both the back bedroom and the living/dining area. It feels like you are entering a secret cottage tucked away in the trees and yet, you are only minutes from Pigeon Forge at the Wears Valley/Parkway intersection. It could not be more convenient to the activities in the area. For example, the popular Island and Ferris wheel in Pigeon Forge is just 10 minutes from the home and the pool membership we have for guests at Honeysuckle Resort is just 10 minutes to the south in Wears Valley.

The cottage is all one level so no stairs to deal with and we have a yard for the kids to play in. One important rule for the creek is nothing can be removed from the creek such as rocks, wildlife, etc. This area is protected by the National Forest Reserve.

As a 2024 update, we have updated the couch and have added two comfy chairs that rock and swivel to the living room - pictures coming. We have a reverse osmosis water machine under the kitchen sink, so you have filtered water. The coffee pot will take both K-cups and regular coffee and we stock coffee and some tea there along with many spices for cooking in when you want to. For the kiddos, we have a foosball table in the back bedroom suite area, many books and movies and Playstation games, a TP tent and badminton set. So, for the days when you want to stay in and relax, you are set.

We hope this cottage will delight our guests! It has been a lot of work and we feel like we should have a fixer upper show but it has been worth it to see the cottage literally come alive with the vision we had when we first walked in. Enjoy!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

Policy: 50 lbs or less for dogs. Must remain off furniture/beds; discard yard poop; kennel dogs left alone. Pet fee: $150
Nothing may be removed from the creek or property including rocks and wildlife. The area is protected under the Nat'l Forest Reserve.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pets stay off furniture, beds. Dispose of dog poop

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Map
Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Christmas Place - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Titanic Museum - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Jasper Beer Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mel's Classic Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Brewery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge located?

This family-friendly Sevierville cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Waldens Creek and Goats on the Roof. Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Oct Dates OPEN! Beautiful Creek! Birds, ducks, close to Pigeon Forge Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice cozy home with lots of small wildlife in the backyard. It was a relaxing place to stay and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

It was one of the best places I ever stayed. I just loved the outdoor space, so relaxing. The inside was amazingly well kept, so clean, everything we could have needed was supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Nice quiet place to spend the holidays. Close enough to town to enjoy all Pigeon Forge and surrounding area have to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Very nice vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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Anniversary getaway

Loved this quiet cottage by the creek. We will definitely come again. Delightful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!!

The cottage was perfect for or family of four. Great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything yet quiet and close to nature

Fantastic stay. Loved the little house. All well kept and clean. Fun playing in water , watching birds and ducks, herons and having a campfire.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Terrance Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

The cottage was as advertised. The hosts thought of everything a guest would need. Very comfy. Enjoyed the creek and the wildlife..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Getaway

We loved everything about this cabin! Everything was clean and furnished with all of the necessities. Our favorite part was ending our days sitting on the porch listening to the creek!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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Adorable extremely nice and tranquil place.

My friend and I had a wonderful stay. It was just what we needed after a day of walking in the smokeys. The attention to details and decorating on the inside was amazing. You can tell they put allot of time,effort thought and money inthe restoration.We would have loved it if all the bird feeders were filled. We would have filled them for them but didnt know where they kept the feed. The kitchen was amazing. I wish we had more time here. I would have loved to cook in that kitchen. Great place to have your thanksgiving.We loved the deck and the wild life we saw and heard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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Cozy

This is a cozy house. Sitting outside listening to the water was so relaxing. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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Much needed R&R

My husband and I had a wonderful time staying at this house on the creek! Every morning and evening we were greeted by cardinals and ducks. We felt like we were out in the woods but with just a short drive we could be at all the touristy spots. In our opinion this was the perfect peaceful place to stay, so much more relaxing than a hotel!! Our only regret was we couldn't stay longer. If we ever make it back to this area again, we will most definitely stay here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S., Gaffney

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Spring Rod Run

We come to Tennessee several time a year and I can honestly say this is our new favorite place to stay. It’s close to everything. It’s so pretty and private. Very clean. The hosts were very responsive and great to work with. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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Perfection

Exactly what we were wanting. Very cozy by a stream and away from the madness of Pigeon Forge yet close enough to be in town in just a few minutes. It was lovely! The owners were so kind. Probably will never go back to the area but if we did we would definitely stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Family Vacation

We stayed here for a week the first week of April and really enjoyed it, the weather was great. The best part was just enjoying the back yard in the afternoons with the fire pit and just watching the creek flow. There is so much wildlife to enjoy, many birds and we even had ducks visit. My son loved being able to walk in the creek and just play, the inside of the cottage is perfect you have everything you need. We will definatley be staying again here in the future, its very peaceful and quiet. Very highly recommended!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

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Perfect and peaceful!!

This place was better than we anticipated. The creek was perfect to cool down in, the kids played safely and got to see fish as well as so much other wildlife like deer, bears, skunk families, and so many birds! We got to feed the ducks every day which was so fun and peaceful. The house was comfortable and clean, beds were so comfy, and this place was stocked with everything you need to cook. The location is great. Only a short drive to get to anything. We will absolutely be back one day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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Love this farmhouse cottage!

This quaint cottage on Walden's Creek was the perfect winter getaway for us. It was close to all of the touristy attractions but far enough away to deliver a peaceful quiet location. We were impressed with all of the "extras" that the owners left us. We didn't have to run into town for anything last minute. The birds and ducks were a plus too. We did fill up the bird feeder before we left but found that one of the walls had fallen out/was broken, which let most of the food fall to the ground (squirrels appreciated that). A new feeder would be a plus for future guests who are nature lovers!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisamarie B.

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Wonderful!!

It’s our first time in Tennessee and we are in love with the cottage. We had a wonderful time. Everything was as listed, June and Rick went above and beyond. The cottage was amazingly clean by Steph and Keith. You just need food and clothes to have fun! They have the cottage very well equipped. We will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

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Wonderful!!

My husband and I had a wonderful time staying in this cottage -as well as our miniature Dachshund!! The cottage was quaint and had a very comfortable and relaxing feel to it. The cottage was very clean and inviting. We loved the location, as it was private and only a few miles from Pigeon Forge. You couldn't have asked for better weather. I think our favorite part of the cottage was the back porch with the creek being right there. That is where we spent the majority of our time. It was so beautiful and tranquil. We will most definitely stay in this same cottage again; we highly recommend it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

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Great little 3 night stay!

Cute cottage on the creek! The mini foosball table was a hit for our kids. We played many games to wind down in the evenings. It was myself, my husband, 8 year old, and 2 year old. The ducks frequented during the day and you can watch the fireflies at night! We didn’t use the fire pit because we were having 90 degree days, but the setup is awesome. Full kitchen with everything you would need, but we didn’t feel like cooking on vacation either. Check in and out was a breeze. It was only 5 minutes down the road to pigeon forge where we did all the attractions. Gatlinburg a little further. Overall, we were super happy with the location! Friends are already asking about where we stayed based off our pictures. Thanks for sharing your place with us! We enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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Amazing! Beautiful! Peaceful! Spent 2 nights at this tranquil cottage. All my daughter wanted for her 21st Birthday was to go fishin; she didnt catch anything, but we had a fabulous time. The ducks were the cherry on top of her birthday cake. I cant list all the little unexpected extras like coffe & tea, welcome snack, extra propane tanks, humbird feeder sugar with recipe, and music playing when we arrived. WOW! My son said he kept expecting a sweet, southern granny to pop around the corner with honemade cookies. We were so impressed that we will be booking this haven again real soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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Quit location on the river

We enjoyed the peaceful location and enjoyed watching the birds and ducks in the back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April H.

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Great stay!

We had a great time at Cottage by the Creek! The owners were quick to respond. The home was clean and comfortably furnished. The bonus wa she beautiful creek running along the back of the house. We was able to bring our puppy. She had the best time chasing ducks and my teenager had the best time playing in the creek and fishing. Word of advise… bring bug spray! Bring by the water there are a lot of mosquitos. Of course that’s not any fault of the owners. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sierra j.

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This property was awesome. The river was perfect. We could catch a few small fish and my son was out there every morning. The ducks were there pretty much all day everyday as well as turkey, squirrels, and rabbits. The area was very quiet and getting to pigeon forge was quick and easy. The only negative I can think of is that the water is certainly not palatable and has a strong smell. We had plenty of bottled water to drink and would still 100% stay here again! I sort of wish there were bunk beds instead of the hide-a-bed, but we made the sleeping arrangements work for our family of five. I absolutely recommend this property if you want a quiet, clean spot close to the action!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mona H.

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vacay

It was relaxing & easy to find. Off the main path but not too far off. You do have an ant problem that needs to addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025