Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains
Located in Townsend, TN, our lodging experiences offer a relaxing getaway to the Smokies. Join us for great views, delicious food, and mountain fun!
NATIONAL PARK | hike | Bike
Highly recommended sites for Nature Trails
CULTURAL | HISTORICAL Sites
Highly Recommended Sites for all Park-Related Activities and Information.
ADVENTURE | ATTRACTION | COMMERCIAL
Area Sites for Family-Friendly Recreational Activities
RESTAURANTS
Recommended Townsend Restaurants. Recommendations for Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg Available Upon Request
SHOPPING
Shopping villages, outlet malls, and individual stores.
winery | Distillery
Why Winter Is One of the Best Times to Visit the Smokies
Plan Your Winter Adventure at Thunderhead Ridge Getaways When most people think of the Great Smoky Mountains, they picture fall foliage or summer...
Ring in the New Year in the Mountains: Quiet Retreats & Festive Escapes
Ring in the New Year in Townsend, TN As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many travelers are rethinking how they celebrate. Instead of...
Holiday Magic in the Great Smoky Mountains
Holiday Magic in the Smokies: Light Shows, Parades & Fireside Stays December in the Smoky Mountains feels like stepping into a real-life snow...
Together in the Mountains: Cozy Family Stays at Thunderhead Ridge
Together in the Mountains: Cozy Family Stays at Thunderhead Ridge When it comes to making memories that truly last, nothing compares to slowing...
Winterfest Begins: Nights Light Up in the Smokies
❄️ Winterfest Begins: Nights Light Up in the Smokies When the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the Smoky Mountains transform into a winter...
Fall Colors & Cozy Nights: The Best of Autumn at Thunderhead Ridge
Fall Colors & Cozy Nights: The Best of Autumn at Thunderhead Ridge As the air turns crisp and the mountains burst into brilliant shades of gold,...
Guest Stories: Memorable Moments at Thunderhead Ridge Getaways
Guest Stories: Memorable Moments at Thunderhead Ridge At Thunderhead Ridge Getaways, every stay tells a story. Whether it’s a romantic escape, a...
Wildlife Watching: Nature Encounters at Thunderhead Ridge
Meet the Wild Neighbors at Thunderhead Ridge Getaways One of the most magical parts of visiting the Smoky Mountains is getting close to nature, and...
Welcome to Townsend: The Peaceful Side of the Smokies
Welcome to Townsend: The Peaceful Side of the Smokies When most people think of the Smoky Mountains, the bustling towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon...