The thing I love most about our home is our amazing sunrises. It’ll feel like you’re 1,000,000 miles from civilization when you’re just tucked away on a semi-private lake. Enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, floating, sun bathing, or just simply relaxing. We are only 10 minutes from shopping, restaurants, golf courses, parks and hiking, and several major wedding venues. We are 20 minutes from downtown chattanooga and major city attractions including Rock City, Ruby Falls, Chattanooga Aquarium, Chattanooga Zoo, Cherokee National Forest, the Ocoee River, and much more. Our lake season is limited to six months. April through October. You will always have amazing water views and sunrises, but water activities may be limited during the off-season.
We are pet friendly for smaller, house broken, cage trained pets, but please ask about our pet fee.
Come see why we love Chattanooga and choose to call Ooltewah our home. This is a private access, basement apartment in my home. We live upstairs. But you'll have all the privacy you want and need for a great vacation with your own private driveway, private entrance, and private hot tub, and fire pit. The pool is heated during spring and fall, and the kayak and paddle board are free to use. There is a wave runner for rent at an additional fee if you choose. The bed swing makes for great afternoon naps, and the lounge chairs are the perfect setting for a sun tan.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please pick up and dispose of cigarette butts
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ooltewah
Located in Ooltewah, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Veteran's Memorial Park and Historic Dent House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Harrison Bay State Park and Booker T. Washington State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tri-State Exhibition Center, or consider a night out at Howe Farms. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and mountain climbing.
Bear Trace at Harrison Bay - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
Tri-State Exhibition Center - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
Hamilton Place Mall - 17 min drive - 24.0 km
Getting around
Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 13 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min drive
Taco Bell - 13 min drive
Little Caesars Pizza - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Lake Life! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Life!?
As of Apr 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Life! on Jul 6, 2026 start from CA $175, excluding 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.
Is Lake Life! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Lake Life!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Life!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Life!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Life! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Harrison Bay State Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Chickamauga Lake. Bear Trace at Harrison Bay and Harrison Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The view cannot be expressed in words. Even though we went when it was cold, it was absolutely beautiful. It’s like waking up and being in the most peaceful place you could imagine. Everything inside and outside is exactly as pictured. The comfort all-around is a 10/10. We will definitely be returning!
Pool was not heated , but the description said it was. A heated pool was our deciding factor to select the location so that was very disappointing. The room was smaller than most hotel rooms which was also a surprise as the pictures made it seem much larger. Sound carried very well from people upstairs so at 7:30am there was no chance of sleeping in. It wasn’t a bad stay but definitely wasn’t what we had planned for.
Robert T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2026
The pool is an outdoor pool and it is heated during season. It’s just not heated during winter months despite a fluke warm day in the middle of winter. It’s disappointing to hear about the size and noise as in 5 years of renting this space no one has complained about the size or pictures not matching, nor the noise, which seems odd because we weren’t even home this weekend. Unfortunately I guess no matter how hard you try, you just can’t make some people happy
A lovely place, closer to the places we wanted to visit like Chattanooga etc but not directly in town. The place was neat, access to pool and paddle board was nice, definitely a nice place for someone who likes to fish as well.
Very nice place for our Labor Day on the lake. Boat lift was nice for protecting our boat. Dock was clean and had a nice set up. Pool and Hot tub were enjoyed bunches and perfect for a romantic weekend for us. View is pretty as it gets. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the host were great, very accommodating. Certainly will stay here as much as we can.
“Our stay at this lakeside VRBO was absolutely wonderful. The space was clean, comfortable, and very private, making it the perfect spot to relax and recharge. The amenities were top-notch — we loved having access to the pool, hot tub, paddle board, and kayak. The option to rent a jet ski was an added bonus. Waking up to the sunrises and lake view each morning was a highlight, and everything about the property felt well thought out and welcoming. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful and fun getaway”
Stacey G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2025
Made friends for life. Amazing couple that I can’t wait to have back again.
If you haven’t stayed here yet, what are you waiting for? This place is so beautiful and quiet. The check in/check out process was easy. My hosts were very attentive to make sure my stay was great. I will definitely be booking again in the future.
We had a fantastic 2-night stay at this beautiful lake house! The accommodations were top-notch – clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with everything we needed. The house offered stunning lake views, and we loved the peaceful setting. The host was attentive and made sure we had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!
viola m.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Herby Dixon
I'm easy going, down to earth and I get along with everybody. Love sharing my home with my with guests and future friends. I love to interact with guest and share a bottle of wine if they choose, but always give you 100% privacy unless you engage first.
Why they chose this property
If you’re looking to feel like you’re a million miles away, but still close to civilization, this is in place. Breathtaking views in the perfect lake setting. The water is great for boating, floating, swimming, or just laying out. Lots of great restaurants within 10 minutes. Close to Chattanooga, the Ocoee River, the Cherokee National Forest, Lookout Mountain, along with Ruby, Falls, and Rock City. Private driveway and entrance. Very Romantic. Free paddle board and Kayak, along with some yard games to make your stay more fun. Pool and dock are shared. Hot tub is private and for guests only. A wave runner is available for rent by the hour with a signed waver and fee of $85/hour.
What makes this property unique
I have a pool, hot tub, fire pit, bed swing, lounge chairs, a kayak, a paddle board, floats, yard games for free, and the WaveRunner is available for rent if you choose.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests