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The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Nestled lakefront within the Retreat at Water’s Edge community, The Acorn Cottage is a signature tiny home that offers cozy living and breathtaking views. With a Traeger grill and lakeside firepit, this property invites you to unwind in nature's splendor.

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Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

includes taxes & fees

3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

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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.

The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge

The Acorn Cottage is a lakeside gem within The Retreat at Water’s Edge. This charming 400-square-foot home captures the essence of tiny living while delivering sweeping lake views from a sunlit, window-lined living space.

Host friends or family by the firepit under a painted sky, or grill a perfect dinner on the upgraded Traeger. Inside, comfort reigns supreme with tasteful decor and cozy sleeping arrangements.

This cottage proves that lakeside living and mountain serenity make the perfect pair.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a lake

Things to do

Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

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

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning

Policies

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

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

Rules

Guest is Required to Sign a Rental Agreement, Security hold of $300 is Required

Minimum Age of the Primary Renter is 21 Years of Age and Primary Renter must be on site for the duration of the stay.

No Smoking, No Events or Parties of any kind

Pets

Pets not allowed

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.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Tracy City, TN

What's nearby

Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
South Cumberland State Park - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Ruby Falls - 46 min drive - 76.3 km
Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 49 min drive - 80.3 km
Tennessee Aquarium - 50 min drive - 82.4 km

Restaurants

‪Dutch Maid Bakery - ‬2 min drive
‪Hank’s Corner Grille - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
‪El Maguey - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge on 3 Jan 2026 start from €258.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Acorn Cottage at The Retreat at Water's Edge located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from South Cumberland State Park. Bigfoot Adventure TN Zipline and Harton Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

28 Jul 2025

Great location on the water!

Great location on the water. Loved the porch. Unit decorated very nicely.

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8/10 Good

Ramsay S.

23 Jun 2025

Cozy Cottage

The cottage is well-equipped, nicely furnished, and clean. The water front location is great and view from the deck is quite relaxing. The cottage is designed to maximize its interior space. There were no paper towels or trash bags upon check-in, so I responded to the welcome text on arrival day and received those items within 30 minutes of texting. The management team was quickly responsive to our request.

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10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

7 Jul 2025

Great area. No washer dryer.

Property was great. Right on the water. This was our 2nd stay, love the area . Great customer service as we had gate issues every time, code just didn’t work. Local assistant came over and met us, apologized, and was a great contact. She made the difference. Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Nikki K.

1 Jan 2024

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

Excellent Accommodations!

Our family of four boys had the best stay. We enjoyed being on the water, used the fireplace and slept well in the bunks and loft. This is a clean and well-maintained property. We apprecited the easy check-in and check-out.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Apr 2023

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

Lake Trip

Enjoyable

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

28 Jun 2025

Wonderful!

Charming! Decorated beautiful and close to fishing dock. We had a minor hick up getting in and Sisalee( sp) was there on the spot ready to help and assist. We were very impressed by the quick response and help we received. …. The follow up was great as she came by to check on us the next day! Waters edge has a jewel and she helped make our stay even better.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Jul 2023

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

Lovely little home

Great home in a quiet area. Easy access to a dock for fishing. Love the built-in stone fire pit. Kids love the choice of bunk beds versus the loft.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

5 Dec 2023

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

Amazing

Serenity

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

7 Apr 2023

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

Charming tiny home!!

Charming home for our family of 6! Everything was perfect and had everything we needed. Great deck with a view of the lake. Fabulous fire pit to roast s’mores and dock to fish off of. Great place to get away, relax and be out in nature.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

16 May 2024

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

Family get away

Feels like you’re camping but with the amenities of home. The tiny home was just big enough for our needs. The location is great! Downtown Tracy City with its County Museum and local bakery was fun. It was a short drive to beautiful hiking trails with waterfalls! One improvement would be to add some covered outdoor areas to eat meals as it was raining for much of the time we where there and hard to find a place for more than two people to eat indoors.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

EMILY A.

17 Aug 2023

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

Quiet and relaxing

Very nice, tiny home. Clean, quiet and relaxing. Only complaint were the portable air conditioners which didn’t do the job. On the days with a slight breeze, we opened the windows and had the fans blowing.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brooke P.

13 Apr 2023

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

Neat place!

Great Tiny house adventure! Only negatives, a few ants in the kitchen and our grill didn’t work. A Maintenance man came quickly but didn’t have a replacement. The house was very clean and cozy! :) We would stay again! :)

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Regina H.

8 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful Retreat

This was our first experience staying in a tiny home. The description is correct. It was tiny. Although small, it was clean, the view was beautiful, and the bed was comfortable!It was located very close to an other tiny house (you cannot see the other house in the pictures due to the angle the pictures were taken). That wouldn’t have been such an issue except there are no window coverings other than a blind in the bathroom window and curtains over 1 of the 2 windows in the bedroom, so very little privacy! The kitchen needs to be stocked better. There was no glass oven dish, no serving bowl to make a salad in and no corkscrew, so if you plan to prepare meals, make sure to bring what you need with you! My last note is that the washer/dryer was posted with an out of order sign. Thank goodness we had not planned to do laundry, but no advance notice was given. Over all, it was a peaceful getaway. We ended up leaving after 2 nights instead of staying for the third due to a storm knocking the power out countywide.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole B.

24 Jul 2024

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

Beautiful and Cozy…But

Overall this tiny house was beautiful and unique. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay indoors. The inside of the house was clean and very well kept. The fishing dock is right outside the entrance on the deck and the lake is amazing in the evenings with the sun going down over it! Things that could use some improvement… the outside of the home has been let go (landscaping is overgrown and cleanliness). We understand the outside areas are open to the weather, but the deck and furniture were not clean at all (even with good weather). We used our folding camp chairs during our stay due to this issue. Also, there is a beautiful fire pit for use, but no instructions on wood or any on the property to use. Overall, we enjoyed our stay tremendously! The community is quiet and friendly. The small towns surrounding the area are fun to explore and lots of hiking. And don’t miss out eating at the local steak house, High Point! Wonderful food with amazing history!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024