Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina
Beautifully renovated 2 Bed, 2 bathroom home with bathrooms attached to each bedroom on 6 gorgeous acres.
Wonderful energy, quiet, country living!
Roku TV, gigabit (very fast) internet to make our place great for the working professional.
Four people can be comfortably accommodated, and if extra sleeping arrangements are needed, we have a comfy couch!
GORGEOUS FRONT PORCH with a cable railing system.
Own a boat? Plenty of space to park it here!
We live about an hour away, checking in will be done via a code. We always strive to be available for messages/calls when our guests need us. We also have someone on-staff monitoring messages throughout regular business hours.
Very close to the lake and Pates Ford Marina (less than a 10-minute drive), concerts in the summer!, Close to many great nature spots, Downtown Smithville area, and beautiful scenery everywhere you look.
Smithville is a city in DeKalb County, Tennessee, United States.
There are about 5,000 people that live in Smithville. It's a very cute small town with a surprising amount of food options.
Smithville is home to the Smithville Fiddler's Jamboree, which it has hosted annually since 1972. With 35 music and dance categories, streets full of hand-made crafts, and food booths galore, this is great fun for all.
The town is most visited by lake-goers as it is home to the beautiful Center Hill Lake.
We find it to be one of the most beautiful places in the state, chock full of stunning natural vistas and hiking along the water.
With over 400 miles of shoreline, and over 18,000 acres of area, the lake has plenty of hidden branches and coves to feel like you have the lake to yourself!
One of the things that makes Center Hill Lake special is its undeveloped shoreline. That means your experience on the lake will be filled with views of hilly, verdant shores that make for a beautiful and relaxing getaway. Center Hill Lake is also known for its fishing, which is available year-round.
Fishermen from near and far are especially drawn to the lake's three different species of bass. Don't forget to bring your fishing rod (and Tennessee fishing license) on your trip! The lake is home to three State Parks: Edgar Evins, Burgess Falls, and Rock Island State Parks. Between the three, there are over 15 miles of trails with plenty of waterfalls for you to explore. Be sure to check them out during your trip! Center Hill Lake is known for being boat friendly, but if you don’t have a boat of your own, don't worry. Many of the marinas on the lake offer boat rentals for anyone that wants to enjoy the lake from the water.
Our place is 5 miles from one of the best marinas at Center Hill Lake; Pates Ford Marina. Pates Ford Marina is owned by the owner of the famous bar tootsies in Nashville, so he often has country talent come play at the marina.
You have access to the entire house except for a closet downstairs under the steps for the cleaning ladies.
About 4 miles from the nearest restaurants and stores
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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If any issues arise, let the hosts know immediately so we can take the proper steps to make the repairs or address the issues.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Smithville
Located in Smithville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Smithville Golf Club and Cotten's Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rock Island State Park and Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area.
Saint Thomas DeKalb Hospital - 22 min drive - 24.7 km
Getting around
Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Renea's Midway Cafe - 17 min drive
Villa at Young Bend - 25 min drive
Hillcrest - 30 min drive
Cowboy Up Bar and Grill - 17 min drive
Center Hill Motel and Restaurant - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina on 30 May 2026 start from £123, 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 Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Light and Bright Cabin with open floor plan and loft minutes from Pates Ford Marina located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Center Hill Lake and Caney Fork River. Joe L Evins Park and Rock Island State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was very comfortable. We would have loved to open the windows, but there were no screens. The patio was not closed off so we couldn't sit outside with the dogs. Be sure to get there before dark as there are no reflective numbers by the road to identify the house.
4 of us went on a 3 day waterfall adventure and this was our first stay. The home was very clean and exactly what we needed. We were able to cook and we used the washer/dryer as we were on motorcycles and got caught in the rain. Perfect stay, quiet, clean and nice. Thank you so much! The only thing I would recommend would be a fan upstairs.
The house was perfect for us and in a great location, on a quiet country road, but still within a short distance to state parks and stores. The house was clean and spacious, with a nice yard. The owners were very nice, easy to get in touch with and had quick responses. We had a great time exploring the state parks and visiting family, with a nice place to stay!
We love a secluded get away and this is exactly the type of place we will visit again. We wanted to spend New Year's Eve in the countryside in TN and this was perfect for it. The house is cute, cozy, and had everything we needed for food prep and cooking.
Erin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Annette
17 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Property was very clean and well stocked with necessities. Easy check in and out.
The kitchen drawers/doors were a bit difficult to open due to no knobs which I believe they just hadn’t installed yet. But overall a great place to stay😊
Wonderful cabin, accurate to its posting. Had everything we needed and was a great location for what we needed. The only thing that i wish was better would have been communication with the host! I got emails about checkin/checkout and but didn’t get a response to one question- not the end of the world at all, and I wouldn’t let that deter you from staying here. That’s just the only thing that could have been better :)
There were flies everywhere, dead on the floor, and we killed probably 20 more. Floors were not clean and there was a stain in the upstairs bedding pillow. We would not stay here again.
LaShey W.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2025
Sorry you didn't like your experience.
Guests, Please refer to all of the other reviews on our property. This guests experience is not at all in line with what others have experienced.
Very nice place to stay . Neighbors dogs right outside of bedroom window yapped non stop consistently from 10pm to 3am but that’s not the property owners fault . Also a woman sat in driveway and got out and was looking in windows taking pictures . Saw me and didn’t say a word . I would assume if it was the property owner they would have said something. Seemed odd,
Brenda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2025
Hi Brenda, We are sorry about that. We are selling the property and I'm thinking it was probably a realtor taking pictures for their client. We are glad you enjoyed the place though! Sorry for the barking dogs. We typically have sound machines in the rooms to help with outside noise.
Verified
4/10 Poor
John
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Coffee really should be provided because Light and Bright is so isolated running out to purchase some is out of the question. There are so many coffee makers-who would know what to purchase in advance.
The hot dripping water in the bathtub was disturbing. The nighttime temperature dropped and the thermostat stayed on 66 degrees, no matter what was selected. We wore our outdoor jackets to be comfortable inside. Some tourist information about sights and restaurants would have been helpful. Light and Bright was chilly and unwelcoming for us.
My brother and I rented this home for a week while visiting our mother. It was perfect as we both had our own bathrooms that were each connected to the bedrooms. The home is in a beautiful country setting just 15 minutes in Smithville which was where our mother was at. The home was perfect for our needs. we both were working remotely as well so it would have been perfect to of had a desk. This was the only thing missing. If ever in the area we would defiantly stay here again.