"Hilltop Haven" was built in 2008 and is a premier lakehouse destination on Tennessee’s Center Hill Lake in Smithville. Located only fifteen minutes away from Sligo Marina, 75 minutes from downtown Nashville and an hour from the airport. At over 4,000 square feet, the spacious five bedroom, three full bath, two-story lakehouse is a quiet and secluded retreat located on a dead end cul-de-sac. Only two houses are on the street. It is the perfect destination for a family vacation, reunion or getaway with friends.
Recently decorated with comfortable, plush furniture, Hilltop Haven invites an afternoon on the deck with a 180-degree view of the lake or a lively day of jet skis and pontoon boat rides (available for rental at Sligo Marina). There is no better getaway for watching the famous autumnal Tennessee leaves change while relaxing in the hammock, sitting in the adirondack chairs around the firepit, or grilling out on the two story deck overlooking Center Hill Lake. Hilltop Haven has something for everyone. The surrounding view of trees and lake with the sounds of countless Tennessee birds can become the soundtrack to your most relaxing vacation yet. The front yard and surrounding area have seen kite-flying, frisbee games, and many short hikes for all levels of experience. There are two bikes available to explore.
At the heart of the house is a culinary foodies dream kitchen with brand new stainless appliances, including a Keurig and Vitamix. Seating for fourteen in the dining room and breakfast room. A large gas grill is located on the top deck, with sweeping views of Center Hill Lake, with seating for six at the table on the upper deck. The house sleeps eighteen including two bunk beds, a fold out sofa, located in the fifth bedroom/playroom and two Queen inflatable air mattresses. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are located on the main floor and two bedrooms and one bathroom are on the first floor. Flatscreens and Apple TVs (use your own login for netflix, hulu and amazon) are in the living room, den, playroom and master bedroom. We do not have cable TV. SONOS sound system keeps music streaming throughout the home, and wireless internet keeps you connected in every room. Wood burning fireplaces (wood provided) are located in the living room and master bedroom. Oversized washer and dryer and an ice maker are in the laundry room. Beach towels and a cooler are provided for your day on the lake. Two extra fridges are in the garage to store your drinks and food.
Just a short drive away through some of Tennessee’s most beautiful countryside is the famed and award-winning Foglight restaurant located on the Caney Fork River. Dollar General Grocery Store is only ten minutes away on Highway 70. Center Hill Lake is calling your name. We hope to welcome you at Hilltop Haven soon! Please note we have security cameras on the outside of the house for your protection. Check out our Instagram @hilltophavenlakehouse.
Close to Smithville, TN, Cookeville, TN, Watertown, TN, Rock Island, Sligo Marina, Four Seasons Marina, Hurricane Marina, Rock Island, TN and Sparta, TN.
Keywords: Hilltop House, Lake House, Center Hill Lake, Smithville, Sligo Marina, Rock Island, Sparta, Watertown, Cookeville, Tennessee, Hurricane Marina, Sparta, Tennessee, Lake, Four Seasons Marina, Nashville.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sparta
Located in Sparta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Falcon Rest Mansion and Gardens and Black House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cotten's Marina and Pearson Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Tennessee Tech University - 57 min drive - 70.1 km
Restaurants
McDonald's
F.Z. Webb & Sons Pharmacy Smithville - 14 min drive
Sonic Drive-In
Mercadito Chabelita
Hardee's
Frequently asked questions
Is Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina?
As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina on 4 Jun, 2026 start from S$521, 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 Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina?
Checkout is at 1:00 PM.
Where is Hill Haven Center Hill lake near Sligo Marina located?
This family-friendly Sparta holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Center Hill Lake and Caney Fork River. Smithville Golf Club and Saint Thomas DeKalb Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We enjoyed our stay and Marcy was very accommodating and helpful when trying to decide logistics for our weekend! Very quite and secluded home with lake view and you can’t forget about the sweetest neighborhood watch dogs!
We had several people who were competing in Wakefest, this place was great! Plenty of room and things for the kids to do like board games and such. Beautiful views as well! Would highly recommend!
Beautiful home with gorgeous views. The home has everything and then some that you would need. Close location to Sligo Marina. Looking forward to staying here again! .
Our group of friends thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hilltop Haven. The house was spacious and comfortable with beautiful decor and everything that we needed to make our stay feel like home. A special thank you to Marcie for being so responsive and helpful to anything we needed. Thanks for opening your home to us and looking forward to staying again.
The house is a wonderful place to stay for family gatherings. It is inviting and cozy. The lake view is spectacular, and the property is mostly private and incredibly peaceful. My only negative comment was, in the description states that Center Hill Lake is a 1 minute walk. To me, that sounds like we could take a trail or a pathway to the lake but that is not the case. There is no lake access. Nevertheless, it is a great place to vacation! Marcy was very responsive and accommodating and everything went very smoothly.
Overall a great experience, great communication from the property Manager, she was flexible on check in/out times, which we appreciated. The home is large and welcoming. Property description is accurate. Home is in a VERY remote location, driving to property at night can be very intimidating if not use to TN driving, as we were visiting from FL. We had wi-fi speed issues when more than 3 people connected. Also, backyard is very steep with drop off, not noticeable from pics. Parents with straying young ones will definitely need to look over them closely. Thank you for letting us spend Thanksgiving in your home!
A+++ on absolutely everything. Location, cleanliness, view, easy to get to, accuracy of listing, everything was spot on. Our group has stayed at Center Hill yearly for quite some time and this property is by far the best one we’ve ever stayed at. Perfect for larger groups needing plenty of space. Also a perfect spot for groups bringing in boats because of the location and parking situation. The host was timely with responses to any of our needs and made it such a painless experience with check in and check out (even neighbors were friendly). Would definitely come and stay here again.
House was nice and clean, plenty of space for 8 people, owner was nice and helpful. House was 30 minute drive from Smithville, a little more than we expected, but still okay. Bottom of stairs into lower level was a little tricky, just something to be aware of. There was an extra step that fooled a couple of people. Fire pit was nice, had marshmallow roast. Will likely stay again.
We had 8 adults stay here for 2 nights to spend the days out on the lake. About 15/20 minutes to Sligo marina to launch. House was super clean and spacious, had everything we needed to cook in the kitchen one night and grill the other. Great view of the water from the large balcony. Internet worked great and had sound machines in every bedroom which was one of lots of little things the house had which made it a great stay! Would certainly stay here again.
This is an incredibly beautiful, comfortable, very private home. Marcie was a great host - communications were timely and thorough. Kitchen well stocked. Back yard firepit was our favorite gathering place during the cool fall nights. Neighbors dogs were sooooo sweet as were the human neighbors!
We all absolutely loved this home. It was warm and inviting with amazing views, comfortable beds, everything we could ask for!!! Would recommend to all.
Great house, the kitchen and living room has all the supplies and accessories you could need. With plenty of bedrooms and living space, it's perfect for a larger group. The house doesn't have water access but there is a great view of Center Hill Lake off the back 2-story deck. The location is very private/somewhat remote but has beautiful nature and is close enough to a few marinas and gas station, etc. Would definitely rent this house again and recommend to others.
Very nice accommodations and plenty of room for family. We were in town for a wedding. The only drawback was the long drive into Cookville for wedding events---But the distance was in no way a negative rating for the accommodations. Loved the nights and early mornings out on the deck(s). Made a new friend--EllieMae [you will too when you stay here :-) ].
Dorris F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Marcie Allen
The Van Mol's split their time between Nashville and Los Angeles. You will pick up the fact that music has had a huge influence on the owners’ intertwined lives since childhood. From the birdhouses to the art collections, music and memory-making permeate the lake house. We hope that you will find joy in the cheerful and upbeat space that has been built and decorated at Hilltop Haven.
Why they chose this property
A Writer's Retreat, A Musician's Sanctuary, A Family Getaway for Memory-Making. Enjoy the sounds of nature by stepping away from the busy city life. Unplug to hike or plug in to write.
What makes this property unique
Two levels of household space and living make it easy for adults to enjoy time together while kids play and enjoy children activities together. Ample communal space and the best sunset watching view on Center Hill Lake.