Lakeside - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info
Location: Byrdstown, Dale Hollow Lake, East, Tennessee, USA (2 hours from Nashville, 3 hours from Louisville, Cincinnati)
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 13-19)
Keywords: Lakevew Home
Your very own Grand Tennessee Lakehouse on Dale Hollow is located on a two-acre lot in the Sherwood Shores neighborhood just outside Byrdstown, Tennessee and very near the mouth of the Obey River. It is as close to the water as private residences are allowed to be on Dale Hollow and will delight you with breathtaking views of the lake. The information provided here is but a fraction of what is available on the home and the Dale Hollow Lake Area. Click the link below taking you to a dedicated site for much more information!
Construction was completed in 1999, and you will immediately relax when you experience the gentle sounds of nature in the surroundings. There is also something about the look and feel of the rustic western red cedar and crab orchard flagstone exterior that encourages one to kick back and unwind, particularly in this little corner of the world!
With your first step inside, you will understand this home was designed to be a permanent residence, not some ordinary rental property. We first greatly admired the home from the water with the large 2-story prow windows facing the lake. After purchasing and furnishing the home, we decided it was just too nice not to share with others.
We have been coming to Dale Hollow for years, and STILL continue to find more activities for adventure each year! Again, you simply must view our dedicated website linked below for a comprehensive rundown of things to do. The site continues to evolve with richness as we expand on new things we learn about and see in the area.
Configuration
There are two choices with regard to space. Guests can decide how much of the home is needed, and choose accordingly. Be certain to click on the link at the bottom of this listing to our dedicated website for more details about upgrades.
Base Option:
The Base Option will accommodate Sleeping arrangements for a comfortable thirteen consisting of a king size bed in the master suite on the main floor, three upstairs bedrooms; two with king-sized beds; and a third with four twin beds. A full bathroom upstairs serve guests there. The great room on the main floor has a plush La-Z-Boy sectional sleeper sofa making a queen-size bed. Finally, there is a La-Z-Boy loveseat sleeper in the main floor great room. The bathroom off the MBR is quite spacious and has a Jacuzzi tub.
Plus Option:
The Plus Option includes everything in the Base Option, plus access to a fully finished walk-out lower level. Construction on the stone retaining wall and lower level build-out was completed in June, 2007. The lower level produced two more bedrooms, a full bath with incredible walk-in tile, stone & glass block dual head shower, a kitchenette, two gathering spaces, and a full blown office. This added sleeping accommodations for another six, bringing the total to nineteen.
You will enjoy many small amenities in this fine home, some of which were decisions made at the time of construction, like high quality Maytag appliances throughout including washer/dryer, and Kohler sink and bathroom fixtures. We also decided to go the extra mile with a home theater system in the great room on the main level complete with a 47" 1080 high definition LCD flat television. Yamaha audio components provide full surround sound for movies and DirecTV high definition sattalite service is provided. We have taken great care to create detailed operating instructions for all major components in the home.
We have furnished a permanently mounted marine radio inside the house between the great room and the kitchen. It has delighted us with being able to stay in contact while out on the water. The marine radio is also helpful for getting up to date weather broadcasts from the National Weather Service.
Since we are on the topic of communications, we should mention there is a landline telephone inside the house, although we did have to think twice on this one! Also, wireless broadband is available to guests!
Weekly housekeeping service is included as well as garbage pickup a couple times weekly. Note: The Lakehouse is fine for infants and well-behaved school-age children, but not for toddlers, who could easily hurt themselves bumping into sharp table edges or climbing up stairs. We simply haven’t done the things necessary to make the place truly “toddler-friendly.”
The property is locally managed by Rhonda Elder Real Estate. Contact Rhonda at the e-mail link below to confirm availability and for any other information she can help with regarding your plans. We suggest you reserve the home well in advance. Please reference the "Rice Retreat."
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Dual Systems
- Linens Provided
- Washer (2) : Base Option has one and Plus Option adds another
- Dryer (2) : Base Option has one and Plus Option adds another
- Off Street Parking : New stone retaining wall added in 2007 providing an improved parking area
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Expanded parking to accomodate boats, trailers, and vehicles with safety curb along the road in front of house
- Gas Fireplace : Beautiful 2-story stone chimney
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : Three with the Base Option and four total with the Plus Option
- Queen Bed (2) : One with the Base Option, Two total with the Plus Option (both pull-out sofa's)
- Twin/Single Bed (7) : Five with the Base Option and seven total with the Plus Option
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : In Master Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Home Theater system on the main floor w/ 47" 1080 Hi Def LCD flat panel TV with Base Option, an additional 32" TV + VCR/DVD on lower level with Plus Option
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : A small TV with DVD / VCR in the 'Dorm Room' on the upper level.
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Some CD's avaliable at the Main Floor Home Theater system
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : On Main Floor and a kitchenette on the Lower Level with the Plus Option
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2) : A large one on the main floor with the Base Option and an under-counter one in the lower level kitchenette with the Plus Option
- Dishwasher
- Microwave (2) : One in the main kitchen on the Main level with the Base Option and a second one on the Lower Level with the Plus Option
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Holland Grill - Easy to use and cooks perfectly everytime without burning.
- Deck/Patio (3) : Huge rear deck provides spectacular views of Dale Hollow Lake and lots of room for entertaining. Additional is a patio off the walk-out lower level. A sizable covered front porch provides additional outdoor space.
- View/Location
- Lake View : Boarders Corp of Engineers shoreline buffer property. Guests will enjoy some of the most spectacular views avaliable on Dale Hollow Lake!
- Communications
- Telephone (4) : Landline provided. Long-distance service avaliable with calling card. There are 2 phones with the Base Option and an additional two with the Plus Option. All on 1 phone line.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Guests have access to the encrypted signal broadcast on the property through a Wireless G router.
- Other Amenities
- Dual heat / air Conditioning, A full blown office with 19" LCD monitor, keyboard, optical mouse, printer/scanner/copier (Plus Option). A second desk location in the 'Dorm Room' on the upper level with 19" monitor, keyboard & mouse. (Base Option) 2 Coffee makers, Blender, tea brewer. Huge walk-in tile, stone & glass block dual head shower with the Plus Option and many more aminities.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Violation of this policy will result in automatic forfeiture of deposit and immediate eviction without refund.
- Kid Friendly : The lakehouse is fine for infants and well-behaved school-age children, but not for toddlers, who could easily hurt themselves bumping into sharp table edges or climbing up stairs. We simply haven’t done the things necessary to make the place truly “toddler-friendly.”
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21
- Smoking Not Allowed : We simply ask that you step outside
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Scuba Diving, Eagle Watching, Historical sites and more, Hit the link below to the dedicated website with much, much more information.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
• $209 per night / $1,111 weekly during SPRING /FALL SEASON - BASE OPTION
• $292 per night / $1,555 weekly during SPRING / FALL SEASON - PLUS OPTION
• $2,256 weekly during SUMMER SEASON - BASE OPTION (Sat - Fri night)
• $3,569 weekly during SUMMER SEASON - PLUS OPTION (Sat - Fri night)
• $296 per night / $1,571 weekly during EDGE OF SUMMER - BASE OPTION
• $412 per night / $2,199 weekly during EDGE OF SUMMER - PLUS OPTION
* SPRING-1/2/12-5/24/12 EDGE-5/25/12-6/15/12 & 8/11/12-9/3/12 SUMMER-6/16-8/10/12
FALL & HOLIDAY - 9/4/12-1/1/13. Weekly in Summer, 3 night min other
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Property Photos
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- Lakeside - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info - Dale Hollow Lake/Byrdstown, TN - Tennessee Vacation Home!
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- Front - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info - Dale Hollow Lake/Byrdstown, TN - Tennessee Vacation Home!
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- From Deck - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info - Dale Hollow Lake/Byrdstown, TN - Tennessee Vacation Home!
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- Walk-out Patio
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- Kitchen - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info
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- Great Room on Main Level
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- Master Bath - Click the link to the dedicated website for more photos & info
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- Master Bedroom on Main Level
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- Lower Level Gathering Space - Plus Option
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- Lower Level Master Bedroom - Plus Option
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- Full Blown Office in Lower Level - Plus Option
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- Walk-in Dual Head Shower in Lower Level - Plus Option
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- Huge Stone Retaining Wall
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- Overlooking the Great Room on the Main Level
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- One of the Upper Level Bedrooms
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- Kitchenette on Lower Level - Plus Option
Traveler Reviews (36)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Steve Brown
(Indianapolis, IN)
Date of Stay: 09/01/07
Review Submitted: 09/13/07
What a great walkout basement. I've stayed here for years, and the finish done on the lower level this year adds so much to the house. The house was perfect! The lake was perfect! Allways a great summer getaway. Thanks for sharing it with us.
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Wonderful Christmas
Guest: The Mount Family
(Danville, KY)
Date of Stay: 12/23/11
Review Submitted: 01/03/12
We just had a wonderful Christmas at this beautiful lake house with 8 adults and 8 children ages 6 to 21! It was a great family time and we all had so much fun. Plenty of room for all, room to play for kids, it was perfect.
Owner response:That's what it's all about! Memories make the best souvenirs and we are thrilled that you enjoyed some special family time. How about a fun summer family adventure at the lake next time? We love our return guests!
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What a view!
Guest: Kentucky Visitor
(Lexington)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/07/11
We rented the upstairs, 4BR unit for along weekend, with 4 adults and 5 children.... and still had three beds and a pull out couch to spare. We were very comfortable and found everything we needed. Beds are comfortable, especially the TempurPedic in the MBR.. Master Bath is HUGE, as is the laundry room (and the storage it provides right off the kitchen) There is plenty of room for parking. The driveway is gravel, so the boat on trailer was left in the provided pull-out right above the house on the road, but just steps across up a hill from the front door. The multi-level back deck and view of the lake is clearly the highlight of this property. It's perfect for enjoying morning coffee and watching boats returning to Sunset Marina at the end of the day. The kitchen is well equipped with modern refrigerator and appliances (including dishwasher), and two sinks add convenience. The home theater setup is very nice, once you spend a few moments of orientation to learn how to use the universal remote. As a couple of important notes: 1) The house is about 10 minute drive from Sunset Marina. Not far, but far enough that it's a bit tiring if you have to run back and forth. I will say that this marina is very nice, with huge store, restaurant, multiple ramps, and slips for rent (beware; they sell out on holiday weekends!). 2) The bedroom with 4 twin beds is accessed through one of the other bedrooms which has a king and twin bed, so it should be noted that privacy in those two bedrooms may be limited. 3) The house was clean, but note that decor is getting a little dated. We enjoyed our stay and the tenant relationship with the owner. This is a comfortable house which can accommodate a lot of people inside and out.
Owner response:That view is one we dream of when we're not there ourselves! So glad you enjoyed it. Come back and make yourselves comfortable again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/06/09
Review Submitted: 12/06/09
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Rice Retreats. The house is spacious and luxurious. It is furnished with everything we needed. There is a really nice large TV. The deck and view of the lake was gorgeous. We loved sitting there and soaking up the morning sun and reading the newpaper. We also really enjoyed the quiet, peaceful evenings when we sat outside and watched the stars come out. The kids had a ball playing in the large yard. The large jacuzzi tub was so relaxing. This is a really great place and we will stay there again whenever we go to Byrdstown.
Owner response:Thanks for the kind words! We are so very pleased you enjoyed the property!
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Guest: Becky Cole
(College Grove, TN)
Date of Stay: 12/01/09
Review Submitted: 12/01/09
Our family stayed at your lake house last Christmas and enjoyed it thoroughly. When I asked our adult children where they wanted to go this year, they all requested to return to the Rice Retreat. The accommodations more than met our needs for a large family gathering.
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Guest: Mike Plummer
(Jacksonville, Fl)
Date of Stay: 06/18/09
Review Submitted: 06/18/09
We held our family reunion at the Rice Retreat in 2008 and 2009. We had 18 people and used both parts of the Retreat. We had an outstanding time each year. The house is very comfortable. We loved the modern kitchen and the entertainment center in the living room. The upper and lower decks were great places to enjoy the wonderful view. We had a great time and highly recommend the Rice Retreat.
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Guest: Shania Harrison
(c-ville IN 47933)
Date of Stay: 06/18/09
Review Submitted: 06/18/09
my family has been going for 20 years i have only been going for 4 but it is awsome you can see everything in the lake if you have goggles one time i saw a fish one time. you can feed the fish when you go to the store go fishing at the docks i have even come up with Miss Dale Hollow im very hppy tobe Miss Dale Hollow but you will love it here last year left my clay at cumberland you can get it t the beach waich or flys hope you like it there and hope i see you from Shania Harrison or Mis Dale Hollow p.s my grandp has the best and fastes bot in the lake!!!!!!!!!!!! yay
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09
Review Submitted: 01/12/09
Martin, thank you for allowing us to stay at your home on the lake. My wife Renee and I loved it. The view, the lake, the fishing, the wonderful home and the comfy beds. How could it be better! Please book us for a return visit next summer. I can't wait to fire up the grill on the deck. Thanks again, Harold & Renee.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/08
Review Submitted: 04/14/08
We really enjoyed our stay at your home during the Thanksgiving holidays! Our family lives in Livingston this enabled us to spend a week with our loved ones, have a down home holiday dinner, and no one got in anybody's way. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!
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