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🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS!

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Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! . Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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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.

🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS!

Fall is now here and the Water is well below the dock, too low to swim or fish from. but the Lake and Mountain views are still absolutely beautiful!

We have a Fabulous Central Lakefront Location, Indoor Jacuzzi Tub, Corn Hole, Fire Pit , Lakeside Grill, Juke box , Pinball , a Well Appointed Kitchen, Super Comfy beds , Karroke, WiFi, Easy Access and absolutely No houses to block your views!

Welcome to Smoky Mountain Family Serenity, we rent to small familes and thier children or couples looking to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. 👪

Main policy, only the registered guest at the time of the initial booking are to be on the premises during the reservation no exceptions. No guest visitors.

To secure your reservation without risk of cancelation legal photo ID verification (example: a photo of your state drivers licence) and the names and ages of all guest to be registered is required.

Your photo ID must be provided via VRBO message or by promptly emailing/texting the owners when you initially book, be sure to introduce your self and the reason for your stay, ie. family vacation, birthday, Mother's/ Father's day, Wedding Anniversary etc. so we can help you celebrate!

This policy is monitored for the safety and security of our property, management staff and our guest.

The Photo ID must match those arriving on property upon check-in.

Now onto the Fun part...

The home offers upfront and center lake side fun, relaxation and so much more! Relax and Enjoy the peace, serenity and unobstructed breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the cool water of beautiful Douglas Lake.

What is special about your property that others may not have? Well, we're glad you asked.

Location, location, location! We're so lucky to be centrally located on the Lake's Main channel exactly where everyone wants to be, with a direct drive. (No long skinny unkept curvy back roads or waterless coves here) Just smooth sailing and plenty of Lake!

In the Spring and Summer...
We have a large private sun and swim platform for you to enjoy. Bring your swimsuit, sunblock, skis, tubes, swim noodles and paddle boards. Relax, Float, Swim, Fish, Paddle and when done climb the ladder back up or use the easy access short set of stairs.
We have a floating Boat dock, in addition to the large swim platform and walk right into the lake easy access stairs! Bring your fishing boat or rent a boat from one of the Marinas, located just down the road.
Boat rentals: Two neighboring marinas are nearby, with pontoons, speed boats, personal watercraft and tubes for rent. One with soft serve ice-cream and Pizza included with your rental for everyone in your group they also don't charge extra for the fuel you use. The other is just a bit further down the way and has a nice restaurant/grill with lakeside dining! We can get you connected.

** Notice** Onsite parking is limited to two separate off road parking areas. At maximum and in total, they will accommodate two standard vehicles or three compact vehicles, or one small 16-18ft boat trailer and one truck. We do NOT have room for a large personal boat / trailer parking at current. Do not book with the assumption or expectation of parking your larger boat and/or trailer on the property.

The local marinas have historically allowed our guests to park their larger personal boat and trailers overnight and launch from their dock for a small and reasonable daily fee. We can provide more info for you to confirm prior to booking, please inquire.

This listing is full of info keep reading if you'd like to know more...

The home is one and a half levels with two large bedrooms with super comfy beds and two full baths. The Master Bedroom is privately located downstairs boasting a King size bed and a full bathroom with shower. The second bedroom is on the main level, tucked away from the living area, it boast a Queen size bed and a huge picture window for a panoramic view of the lake. We also have a sleeper sofa in the living area if you need an extra bed. The main bath is centrally located on the main level with a shower and jet tub combo. Both bathrooms are stocked with drying towels, hairdryers, and some extra special conveniences.

If cooking is your thing then get ready to whip up something special. We have the equipment you need, want and then some!! Our fully functional kitchen includes a full size fridge, stove, microwave, toaster, Keurig and additional 12 cup automatic programmable coffee maker so you can wake up to the Aroma of your favorite morning Java! A mini-heart ♡ shaped waffle iron, large crockpot and a blender to whip up some nice smoothies or frozen Margaritas!! Multiple measuring devices, herb infuser, pots, pans, plates, glasses, wine glasses champagne flutes, utensils and unique serving equipment!

Outside sit back and have your favorite brew or glass of wine while waiting on the outdoor charcoal park style grill to cook your steak just right!

We have designated outdoor lake use towels for your time swimming and sunning and a medium sized beverage/sandwich cooler for your boat rental or to take along with you on your hiking adventures!

For those relaxing nights or rainy days we have an already paid Netflix app loaded for your binges on the Smart TVs with plenty of other TV apps loaded such as Roku, Peacock, Pluto, VUDU, etc. the list is extensive or you can utilize our wireless internet (WiFi) to sign in to your own Hulu, Amazon or other streaming services. We also have plenty of board games, DVD's and other entertainment items. Including a stereo with indoor sound bar which is also connected to the outdoor deck speakers, you can choose to listen to what ever is playing or play your own music by connecting your phone.

So much and more...

Plenty of seating and eating areas on the decks and chairs for the swim deck! There are multiple indoor and outdoor areas including a large fire pit! Smores anyone?

Enjoy a cookout, have a family picnic or just rock your cares away in the wooden rockers while playing some checkers on the deck.

Later, take a swing in the hammock with your Honey Bear or quietly curl up with your favorite book right by the shoreline. The Lake is calling you!

What is near?

Besides the Marinas and this Beautiful Lake and Serenity. There is an Italian pizza shop, food trucks, old fashioned ice cream parlor, lake side restaurants, fishing and bait shops and the neighboring historic downtown area. Grocery stores, gas stations, fast food and ATMs .

If one of your destinations is the Pigeon Forge/Smoky Mountains, don't fret we are located just 8 minutes down a highway street along the main route into and out of the Pigeon Forge/Great Smoky Mountains area. We are just far enough out of the way to get out of all the hustle-n-bustle and relax from a long day, but not too far to jump back in it all the next day. Action Packed Pigeon Forge apx 30min and Historic Downtown Dandridge (2nd oldest city in TN) apx 8min.

So, if you are the type who is looking for a real vacation with good mix of relaxation and fun action packed things to get into then our place is the place for you!

Anything else?

Our property is located on the lake's main channel, meaning we have water year round!! Easily accessible Spring to Fall and water views all throughout the year (Douglas Lake is a 33,000 acre reservoir lake, water levels are controlled by mother nature and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). The lake water amount does begin to decrease in the autumn around Labor Day and is at its lowest in mid-winter. Depending on rainfall, the lake increases to standard full capacity around April-May and does fill up to our bank shoreline, providing easy and direct lake access).

**Attention** Remember, if booking in fall, winter or early spring and water level is a concern, please inquire.

Before reserving, please read and accept all terms of the rental agreement contract attached. Ensure to disclose all persons who will be guest at our home, their relation to you and their ages. This is the same written document where you will find the house rules, check in and out procedures etc.

The home is located in a low key business and safe residential area with other visitors and owners enjoying their time, please be respectful of the neighbors regarding noise, levels and their property. Please drink and swim responsibly, no lifeguards on duty. Adults must always responsibly watch and protect their children here. For added safety and security exterior cameras are on the property's perimeters. Owners are not responsible for your belongings or your personal safety, we urge you to use common sense and lock up the home when not on the premises and to always move around the home and premises utilizing handrails and watch your step.

Whatever you decide to do during your visit, we welcome you to Smoky Mountain Family Serenity!! 👪

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Non-smoking premises, inside or outside of home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 28

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Photo ID is required to be emailed/texted at time

Property is Max 5 persons. NO extra Guest. Not sui

Max16-18' Boat Docking Ltd. Trailer Parking on sit

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 13 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 13 and older are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non-smoking premises, inside or outside of home.

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 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

We should mention

Guests under 13 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Dandridge, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Island at Pigeon Forge is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Soaky Mountain Waterpark and Wilderness at the Smokies. Titanic Museum and Dollywood's Splash Country are not to be missed. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Dandridge travel guide
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Dandridge, TN

What's nearby

  • Sunset  at Douglas Lake, TN
    Douglas Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sunset in the hills of the Smokies
    Wilderness at the Smokies
    18 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center
    Sevierville Convention Center
    18 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country
    Dollywood's Splash Country
    29 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark
    18 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    7 min drive
  • Subway
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Firehouse Subs
    12 min drive
  • Forest Grove Rv Resort Cafe And Butcher Shop
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Douglas Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mountain Cove Marina and Field of Dreams Recreational Complex. Commonwealth Dandridge and Dandridge Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Wonderful!!!

Fantastic property and property owners! The view of the lake with mountains to the left and right are spectacular! The lake house is well equipped with anything you may need! Plus the owners leave little treats around for your enjoyment. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to get away for our 44th anniversary! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Lake House Rental July 2024

The house on the lake was a great stay. Great communication with the owners. Check in and out process was great. Location is great. Just didn't like the driveway. It was really tricky getting in and out of the property. Really....but overall, was a great week away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lake Time and Moonshine

The house is right on the lake and has a few options of decks to sit outside. Morning coffee every morning on the deck overlooking the beautiful lake. We also enjoyed the lake on our rafts tied to the dock almost every day. It was a short trip into Sevierville and Pigeon Forge where there are so many choices. We also went into downtown Dandridge and had a root beer float at the Tinsley-Bible Drug Store. We had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina O.

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

Beautiful Mountain Lake Views

My husband, 8 year old son and I had a wonderful time enjoying the serene lake views from the multiple decks and docks. The house was extremely clean and comfortable and we now have a new Lassie fan in my son from the selection of DVDs available. Views from each of the bedrooms were incredible and location was a great base for our vacation adventures during the day …. Host was wonderful leading up to and after our stay …. Thank you again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Gatlinburg getaway

We enjoyed this home. It’s about 30 mins from Sevierville. It was nice to get out of all the traffic and come back to this beautiful lake front property. The views are so beautiful. The lake is down in the winter so I’m sure it’s more stunning the other three seasons. The house was well equipped and cozy and comfortable. We would love to come back in the Summer or Fall. The host was quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Lake Life

Beautiful property right on lake with a boat dock and a swimming dock. Very clean. Host easy to get ahold of and very nice. Marina and restaurant with live music couple doors down. Beds very comfortable. Just wish there was a TV in the upstairs bedroom. Other than that is was amazing.we stayed with 2 couples, me and my husband and another couple. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Lake access!

Our family stayed in this house while the rest of our family stayed in their local home for a family reunion…the house worked out very well for our needs and we all enjoyed our stay…the views were beautiful and the home was relatively clean. We were a bit concerned about the feeling of being monitored by cameras as we were contacted about “please don’t do this” and “please don’t do that”…we were obviously being watched. It was also apparent someone came into the house while we were gone as multiple personal and household items had been moved and rearranged.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Smoky Mountain Lakefront Retreat

Our family of five, including kids aged 14, 12, and 9, spent three nights at this amazing lakefront property in late July, and it was everything we hoped for and more. The property itself was spotless, and the breathtaking lake and mountain views were truly unbeatable. Every morning, we enjoyed our coffee in the peaceful, serene surroundings—an experience we won't soon forget. Though the water level was a bit low for one dock, we had no issues swimming from the longer dock. It was a perfect spot for our daily dips. Since we stayed Monday through Wednesday, many local establishments were closed, which meant we practically had the enormous lake all to ourselves—talk about a private paradise! We made the most of our time by renting a boat one day and wave runners another, both easily arranged through nearby marinas. The hosts were incredibly responsive and ensured we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. After a fun-filled day on the lake, we loved relaxing upstairs with a movie, thanks to the streaming stick and reliable WiFi. A fun tip for future guests: bring some $1 and $5 bills for the jukebox. Our kids had a blast picking out songs—it was a hit! The parking is a little tricky off a busy road and turn, but we quickly got the hang of it. Overall, this property provided the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Great place to stay

The house was everything we were looking for. Had an great birthday weekend on the lake. Host were amazing. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Cozy

Had a great time! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Amazing view.

Douglas lake is a special place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia B.

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

Lake House

Great house!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Boutwell 's and Thomas Family

Had a good stay. The property ower responded promptly when notified with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

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

Lake Douglas

Wonderful cottage. Well supplied. It rained but still a beautiful view if the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

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

Great views and perfect location to everything!

Great home for the four of us. It is located right off the main road so there is no curvy roads to wind around each time you ventured out. The views of the lake were magnificent from every deck. There are mature trees which provided shade at different times of the day. The dock provided lake access so we could paddle board everyday. We rented a boat three times from Lake Point Marina which was only 5 minutes from the house. Wonderful communication from the host with this charming home. If you are seeking a Main Channel home, ease of drive, close to a marina, 2 bedrooms with great views then this house is for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

We truly enjoyed our short getaway to this beautiful property. My husband and I were greeted by the owners Amanda and Chris and given a tour of the property and the features. The views were gorgeous! It was a very quiet setting. The house is meticulously maintained. Everything we needed was there with the exception of our groceries. Amanda and Chris gave us directions to the nearest stores and other locations such as restaurants and local tackle shops. They also kept in communication with us and let us know things happening in and around the area. It was a very relaxing stay! Thank you both for your hospitality! Laura and Eric P
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Amazing Lake Access!!!!

This house has amazing lake acess with 2 docks and a separate set of stairs to enter the water. One of the docks goes into deep water so you can jump right in! Its on a wide open part of the lake and there are two marinas very near by. I can not say enough about the backyard! The house is also nice and very clean. It was stocked with everything you need. There was enough soaps, trash bags, etc. to get you started for a longer stay. Very nice touch. The beds are very comfortable (soft beds). We enjoyed the local icecream parlor, Molly's, and also the pizza place. Pigeon Forge, Gatlinbur, Cade's Cove and zorbing are an easy and short drive away. If you've never been Cade's Cove is an absolute must visit. The house is exactly as advertised and we had a wonderful family vacation (Mom, dad and 2 teenagers)! If I had anything slightly less than positive to say it would be that house is right on the road. Road noise is not really an issue it was more that backing out of the driveway can be difficult at times. Having said that, we would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyndsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The No “Gathering Place”

House appeared clean upon arrival with nice views of lake. Parking is minimal and dangerous, house sits directly on main road. Visited on Labor Day weekend and fixed dock was inaccessible for docking a boat, even though it’s on the main channel of the lake. (Douglas is a reservoir and levels can change, just stating in review to give reference point.) I assume due to location, there is an extensive list of home rules that I wasn’t aware of until after I made the reservation or arrived at the home, for example thermostat is inaccessible to guest, any visitors must be pre-approved by owners (provide names and ages), no more than 2 bags of trash can be left on the property, you must take to a convenience center down the road if there is more (which is closed on Sundays and holidays, so plan ahead), pay a cleaning fee but leave the house as clean as was found upon arrival including sweeping floors, note: no dishwasher, no smoking on entire premises, not even outside 10+ feet from home, no shoes inside, there are more these just seemed to glare. (The listing has been updated to reflect some of these since our stay.) I admit, I should have diligently read home rules and cancelled the reservation once I saw them and I have learned my lesson. I had my parents over for the afternoon without notifying property owners and unbeknownst to me, my Dad was seen smoking by the road, property management called and ordered my family to evacuate, told us the owners were extremely upset with us. ** Be aware there are security cameras surrounding the outside of the home. Jokes totally on me for renting this property and therein agree to their terms. It was the most stressful vacation of my life, if we hadn’t paid so much to stay and rented a boat I would have left on the second night. I hope this saves someone else the trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ger R.

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

Owners were wonderful

House is exactly as advertised. We had some flight changes due to the hurricane. We reached out to the owner and asked to stay an additional night. They were very accommodating. Only downside is road noise but it's not terrible and honestly if you can't tell by the pictures it's on a main ish road that's not the owners fault. We will definitely stay again if we are in that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

Cozy lake

We had a great stay at this lake house. The home was warm, cozy and comfortable. Location was convenient to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville. Property manager was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Beautiful Lakefront Property

My daughter is a college student in Knoxville and we always rent a VRBO when we come to town to visit her from Colorado. This time, her grandparents drove out to join us. This was a perfect place for the four of us to stay through the duration of our visit, and for her and her boyfriend to sleep over on the weekend when they didn't have classes. The views are amazing, the house is cozy... we will look into staying her again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HEIDI C.

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

Just perfect!

We rented The Gathering Place as a surprise getaway for my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary, and are so glad we did. Not only is property is the cleanest we’ve stayed in during our many trips to the Smokies, but the best stocked. And what a view! Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mitch d.

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

Little piece of Heaven

JoAnne is a great host. I have been renting lakefront properties for over twelve years. This is the best place that I have ever been. Jo Anne is a great host!!! Can’t wait to come back! SOON!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty E.

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

It was really great!

Very nice! Love the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Beautiful location!

We loved staying here! The property accommodations and amazing view were exactly as described. We stayed 5 nights and wish it could have been longer to enjoy everything the home and surrounding area offered. The owner was very helpful. A couple of minor things came up and she was prompt to resolve them. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021