Gilbertson's Lazy Horse Retrt
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Gilbertson's Lazy Horse Retrt
We have four rental cabins, plus optional facilities for horse owners to bring their horses on vacation with them. You will find our tranquil ranch setting a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the beauty of God's work. Nearby attractions and activities include hiking, horseback riding, bike riding, trout fishing, swimming and tubing.

We are a family owned and operated business located in beautiful Dry Valley, just 3 miles from Hwy 321 and Townsend, TN. Dry Valley is a lovely, quiet valley surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. It's similar in appearance to Cades Cove but with real working farms and magnificent, panoramic views.
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Why not plan a vacation with your horses and REALLY see the Smokies! We have a stable with 10 indoor box stalls, 2 80'x100' wooden fenced paddocks, 3 roundpens and a half acre lot to accommodate your horses. We also have a barn with 2 stalls and a corral near our camping spot. Twelve major trailheads for riding horses into the Smoky Mountain National park are 1.5 to 14 miles from the Lazy Horse Retreat.
Nearby attractions and activities include hiking, horseback riding, bike riding, trout fishing, swimming and tubing in the beautiful Little River. The Tuckaleechee Caverns are within a mile of the Lazy Horse Retreat. If all of this isn't enough to keep you entertained, action-packed Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are about 20 miles away, but don't forget, some of the best restaurants and crafts shops are located right here in Townsend!
Reviews (9)
Connie Hafer Skansie
Connie Hafer Skansie
Jan 18, 2022
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We rented The Hideout and were impressed with the coziness and cleanliness of the cabin. Tasteful decor and an abundance of amenities. Comfortable beds and a quiet woodland setting. Hosts were frien
Julie Vasquez
Julie Vasquez
Sep 04, 2021
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My husband and I stayed at the Lazy Horse Retreat for my birthday and really enjoyed it. We brought our horses and stayed in the Cowboy Cabin. Melody makes you feel right at home! We enjoyed a nice trail ride through the smokies. When we weren’t riding, we were sitting outside on the front porch swing. We felt so relaxed the whole time we stayed. Even took a nap!
I made dinner one night in the cabin and another day we ate at Apple Valley Restaurant which is just in town. Really good food!
We would totally recommend Melody’s place to stay anytime!
Teresa Mckinney
Teresa Mckinney
Jun 22, 2020
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Do not even try to go to this horse camp if you have a trailer of any size. Very disappointing.we actually drove to the horse camp prior to making any type of reservations and we are so glad we did this is not all it's pumped up to be. You will never get a truck and trailer into it. Paddocks are all grown up fencing has fallen over.Cabins are nothing. We were actually afraid we could not get out the Just our truck
Amy Scott
Amy Scott
Dec 17, 2019
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Melody was extremely gracious to us . A emergency prevented us from coming at the last minute. Her kindness and compassion is very much appreciated . We look forward to spending time there and hopefully making the lazy horse a family tradition.
Therese N. Jake Ruggless
Therese N. Jake Ruggless
Nov 07, 2019
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Everything! Melody the owner is a wonderful person who makes your visit memorable. Come ride here, you won’t regret it!!
Mark Kahn
Mark Kahn
Sep 30, 2019
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Awesome place been coming here for years always a good time 👍👍👍👍
Melanie Gustke
Melanie Gustke
Jul 07, 2019
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Wonderful mountain views melody was such a sweet person made our stay very welcomed
Sherilyn Heslop
Sherilyn Heslop
Oct 18, 2018
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We just had a fabulous stay at this retreat. Comfortable cabin and great horse stable. Best of all is the trail advice and help that Melody has to offer. Would definitely go back!
Stacie Widder
Stacie Widder
Oct 16, 2018
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We enjoyed 5 days at this Fantastic place! Melody is one of the kindest people I've ever met. Everything was spotless clean when we arrived, she can tell you exactly where to ride and park on what trails. Just can't say enough good things. Can't wait to go back!