Welcome to The Lookout, our hilltop home with sweeping views of Center Hill Lake. It’s peaceful, bright, and ideal for group trips or lake weekends with the dogs. Just a short drive to Hurricane Bridge boat ramp for easy water access.
– Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed – Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed – Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed – Bedroom 4: 1 King bed – 2 full bathrooms & 1 half bath – Fresh linens and towels provided – Fully stocked kitchen – Indoor fireplace and smart TV – Pool table for rainy-day fun – Deck with lake views – Private hot tub and fire pit – Dog-friendly (with fee)
Local Highlights ~
Things to Do – Canoe the Caney – 6 min – Hurricane Marina – 7 min – Center Hill Dam Overlook – 19 min – Edgar Evins State Park – 21 min – Burgess Falls – 27 min
Coffee & Dining – The Retreat at Center Hill – 3 min – Twisted Oaks – 11 min – Fish Lipz Grill – 29 min – Foglight Foodhouse – 41 min – Big Bad Wolf Smokehouse – 49 min
We usually grab dinner down near the marina or pack snacks for a sunset picnic on the deck!
Other Notes – Not walkable to the lake – Dog-friendly with $100 fee per pet – No parties or smoking – Quiet hours after 10 PM – Stairs required to access entry
FAQ
➤ Is there lake access? Not directly from the home, but you’re about 10 minutes from the Hurricane Bridge boat ramp.
➤ Are pets allowed? Yes! We allow up to 2 dogs with a $100 fee per pet.
➤ Can I bring my boat? Yes, but please note the driveway is very steep and curvy. There is no dock on-site, and the nearest boat launch is just a short drive away.
Meet the Host ❤︎ We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home while you’re here. If you need anything at all, don’t hesitate to reach out!
– Holly
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About the area
Smithville
Smithville is home to this chalet. Smithville Golf Club and Edgar Evins Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area and Edgar Evins State Park.
Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Tennessee Tech University - 28 min drive - 42.9 km
Cummins Falls State Park - 34 min drive - 46.7 km
Getting around
Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
F.Z. Webb & Sons Pharmacy Smithville - 10 min drive
Hardee's - 10 min drive
Bumpers Drive-In of America - 10 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lookout (Dog-Friendly) pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Lookout (Dog-Friendly)?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lookout (Dog-Friendly) on 12 May 2026 start from £285, 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.
What time is check-in at The Lookout (Dog-Friendly)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Lookout (Dog-Friendly)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lookout (Dog-Friendly) located?
This family-friendly Smithville chalet is within 2 mi (3 km) of Center Hill Lake, Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area and Caney Fork River. Joe L Evins Park and Smithville Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Enjoyed the view, it’s private, easy to access, close to Walmart, spacious, 4 beds, pool table, large dining room table that sat us all for food or games, nice hot tub and great view from deck. We would def stay here again. Fully stocked kitchen (minus spices) lots of seating in living area. Perfect location. Really enjoyed it
Angie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dana B.
1 Aug 2020
Great Peaceful Location!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great time!
Dana B.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2020
Danna, we are tickled to hear it! Let us know when you are ready to come back.
We had 8 adult family members use this as our base camp for a week. Many beautiful waterfalls around to hike, visited wineries distilleries, toured a cave, and visited Nashville. Very nice house. We were able to cook a few meals and they had great selection of pots and pans.
A few hiccups but the management company was very helpful and responsive. The house and furniture are a bit dated but we had everything we needed. We cooked each night and kitchen is well stocked. Great view of lake. Space to spread out a bit and relax.
Nice stay for a family of 8 adults and one dog! As noted in some of the reviews you can hear the road but it wasn’t a bother. The spacious second floor was comfortable and it was easy to prepare meals and eat together. We visited the Appalachian Center for Craft galleries and Harmony Lane Farm. I highly recommend both of those places.
Laurel S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2022
Thank you Laurel we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and I hope you got to snuggle those precious baby goats at Harmony Lane!
The house is up on a hill surrounded by trees. Very private. The roads a little noisy but the privacy makes up for it. With the hot tub, big deck and pool table it’s a great place to unwind after hiking or being on the water.
I loved the views and the house had a lot of fun things to do. We loved the pool table and hot tub. House is close to the city but very remote. Communication with property manager was easy and fast. There were some broken/loose furniture and the deck didn’t look too safe.
Rachel W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2023
Thank you very much for your review, Rachel! We are happy to hear you had fun at our chalet!
Literally, this house is on top of a hill. The view over the lake was beautiful!!! My family reunion was spent in a 4 bedroom home that was all we could've asked for. We had a game room upstairs that we enjoyed. Our plans were to stay in the house and talk all weekend but we ended up at the marina and enjoyed shopping and sitting by the water talking about old times. Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend.
Kim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, we hope to see you back soon!
We stayed here with our four kids (ages 7-15) for fall break. The location was great and the views are beautiful. We enjoyed the fire pit( although it would have been nice if there was a lighter in the house to light it- we used the grill to light a stick then get the fire going).
The kids were in the hot tub every day and we all enjoyed the pool table.
The back bedroom to the right past the stairs when you walk in could use a new mattress. It was way too soft, and sunk in toward the middle.
Overall, we had a great time and would come back again.
The proximity to lake access is amazing. Honestly, you can’t be much closer aside from having a home right next to the water which isn’t allowed at center hill. Views from the top floor are great for both sunrises and sunsets. The kitchen was well equipped and functional. Having the pool table was a nice touch.
Just a few improvement notes: since it’s dog friendly, the wear and tear on carpet and couches are more prominent. Also as others have mentioned, the driveway is super steep but manageable if you shift to a lower gear.
The property was great and provided everything the listing said was included. The only thing I would warn others about is the overly steep driveway. We would have rented a different vehicle if we would have known the driveway was straight up and down with a narrow turn at the top. We made it work but it was definitely difficult with our 8 passenger car, and I would ensure that the tires are good on whatever car you rent so you can make it up the steep drive without trouble.
Dakota D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2022
Thank you Dakota for your review we truly appreciate it and are so happy to hear you had a great time.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra F.
9 Nov 2021
King of The Hill
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
You curve upward on the driveway and when you reach the top the world is yours! The house was very comfortable for 8 of us. The set up is perfect and we had everything we needed. We had a fire outside the whole time and could see the lake over the trees. Even though it is wonderfully by itself, the world is just a few minutes away. Hope others enjoy it as much ae we did.
Sandra F.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2021
Sandra this review truly describes The Lookout so well! You truly do feel like you are all by yourself on top of that hill which makes The Lookout the perfect getaway! Thank you so much for your kind words and we hope to have you back again in the near future.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Amy M.
11 Aug 2019
The Lookout
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was not as described. We were surprised to find that it was just off of the highway and very remote, the lake was quite a distance away. The bathrooms were in need of updating, as were the TVs. We had swarms of bugs as we entered, and battled them throughout our stay. Most of the closets were full of the owners personal effects, so unpacking was a challenge. The kitchen and upstairs were adequate.
Amy M.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Good day Amy, Thank you for making us aware of the bug situation, with it being summer the critters tend to come out. We will have maintenance investigate and handle the situation. I'm sorry to hear the home was not to your standards. We do have many other homes available for your next rental, please feel free to visit our website or contact the office for more information.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Sharon Heard N.
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Dangerous Adventure
The house wasn't clean and it had huge cockroaches The balcony is old and dangerous. the dog walked on the balcony and it shook. Underneath the balcony the foundation/ beams are split in many places. We submitted photos. THE BEDS WERE THE WORST. We left early due to our aching bodies from the springs in the mattress ALL OF THEM! The ceiling fan light fell down and almost hit me in the head. I was offered a refund then the cost went up so they don't want to give hardly anything back. Sad Bad Business
Sharon Heard N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Amber P.
28 Jul 2021
A House that Needs Love
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
While it was adequate space for our group of 7, we were disappointed with the amount of neglect in some areas. Especially for the price, which is comparable to a week in Florida. There are funny enough VHS tapes, but no way to watch them so its really odd to keep them and have them take up so much space in the living room. There are no oven mitts or pot holders. There is mold all over the bathroom shower curtain in the hall shower. There is a super weird assortment of decor and furnishings that seemed much better in the photos. This was better than camping, which is what we have done in the past during Center Hill trips, but mainly because of the AC.
Amber P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2021
Amber, we are glad that the home fit your groups size! We will definitely look into the oven mitts, and make sure there are some at the home.
Air conditioning is a big plus during the temperatures we have been having recently. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
We had a great weekend getaway at The Lookout! There were 8 adults and we all loved the property. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised at how comfortable (and firm) the king bed was! We hate soft beds. Everyone else said the beds were great too.
The ice maker and fridge were remarkably cold which we were a pleasant surprise (a rental with a good ice machine?! Wow!). I also read a review that the deck was dangerous which i totally disagree with. It was weathered, but structurally sound 100%. I dont know why people thought it wasn't sturdy. We saw no bugs inside whatsoever which is hard for a house set in the woods.
The grill worked well, the AC worked really well upstairs and down, hot tub was super hot, honestly everything exceeded our expectations for a cozy, relaxed rental!
If i had any critiques, one couch was quite old and worn and the outside trash cans might be small for an extended stay or lots of guests.
We really had a great time and were so pleased with everything! Thank you for a great time!
Everything about this house is as described. Managment is wonderful and accommodating. They are quick to handle any concerns. The views are great - pictures do not do justice!
The views are amazing. Very nice dog friendly property. I would stay here again and recommend to family and friends.
Hannah C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Amy B.
8 Sept 2021
Good vacation spot
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It is a very clean house with awesome back porch views. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Only draw back for us is the noise of the highway traffic. You cannot hear it inside but sitting on the deck it is very loud. Also the master bedroom needs black out curtains. The thin red curtains do nothing to block out the light in the morning. Do not attempt to pull a boat up the driveway. The hair pin driveway curve will not work towing a boat.
Amy B.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2022
Thank you for this great informative review. We look forward to having you all again!
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