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Front of house
Tree lined drive to the house
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Jefferson City, TN
  • Place, Cherokee Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carson-Newman University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenmore Mansion
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kid's Retreat

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lake View Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat

Just show up and relax in this 4BR 2.5BATH fully remodeled home with a separate kids retreat (bring their game station and hook it up to our TV). The view is incredible and as you walk down the gentle sloped yard to enter beautiful Lake Cherokee (59 miles long). We have just installed a brand-new boat dock that is 32' X 32' with a 27' X 11' boat slip. (Since Lake Cherokee is a reservoir water levels vary- best time May-August) You can kayak on one of our 5 available kayaks or 2 paddle boards. There is also a fire pit that you can roast marshmallows by the fire and enjoy the sunset. If you like you can even fish off the shoreline. Panther Creek State Park is only 15 minutes away where you can enjoy hiking multiple hiking trails. The Smoky Mountains and Pigeon Forge is approximately 1 hour away. You can rent a pontoon boat from the marina that is 7 minutes away. After relaxing at the house, you may not want to leave.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not use the stairs on the interior of the house to the basement. The basement is not part of the deal and we do not want kids getting hurt.
If you use the heater option in the bathrooms please ensure that this is turned off after your showers as it is NOT on a timer.
If you have a fire in the firepit please ensure it is put out before you go to bed. Do NOT use the fireplaces inside the house at this time please

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2287206vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Jefferson City

Located in Jefferson City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Patriot Hills Golf Club and Dandridge Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Alpha Square Center and Cherokee Crossing. Travelling with kids? Consider Lions Park, or check out an event or a game at Great Smoky Mountains Expo Center. Kayaking, rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Jefferson City, TN

What's nearby

  • Cherokee Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carson-Newman University - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Glenmore Mansion - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 41 min drive - 64.1 km
  • Dollywood - 48 min drive - 68.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Sazon Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lisa's Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Patriot Wood Fire Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Escape / New Boat Dock/Bring Your Boat located?

This family-friendly Jefferson City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cherokee Reservoir, Carson-Newman University and Glenmore Mansion. Branner Cemetery Field Stones is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Location
We had the best visit to Jefferson City. This house was so well stocked from the kitchen to the game room. The host was very responsive and answered all my questions before we arrived and helped get us set up with a boat rental. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
Nicole & Thomas, Thank you for sharing your experience. We hope you had a great time. Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 8 (including my 2 grandchildren) had a wonderful week. The view was amazing. The kitchen was fully stocked. The beds were very comfortable. Communication with the host was always done in a very timely manner. We had a lot of fun with all of the water toys also. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2026
Renee, Thank you for the kind words. I am so glad that you and your family had a great time. The fish your grandsons caught was amazing. We would love to have you back. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equipped and water pressure in showers was excellent. The master bedroom mattress was great, no back pain! The deck and sunsets were such a treat. We also enjoyed the ping pong table and darts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2025
Thank you Paige. I’m glad the amenities worked out. The sunsets definitely steal the show. We hope to have you and your family back again. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and owner was wonderful and very responsive to questions. Had a wonderful relaxing time with family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts!

Great location, right on the lake… The hosts made sure that we had everything that we needed to enjoy our stay, highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Joshua & Family, Thank you for the great review. We really appreciate it. We did take your advice and we hung blinds in the main living area over the windows facing the lake and it made a huge difference. Thank you for your feedback! Hope to see you again next year. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake front home was absolutely breathtaking!!! My family and I had a wonderful weekend making lots of memories together that we will cherish in the years to come. We are also looking forward to staying at this location again. Each of us enjoyed fishing, kayaking, roasting marshmallows, and playing ping-pong. There is so much to do here and it is perfect for all ages.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house

The house was very nice and large enough for a big group. We loved the area and the lake was nice also.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Angie, Thank you for the nice review. We are glad that the property met your expectations and that you enjoyed the lake. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We enjoyed our family vacation on Cherokee Lake- Jefferson City, TN. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed the water toys.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Nancy, Thank you for the great review. We appreciate the opportunity to host you and your family. The water toys have been a big hit this year. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Lake House

Our family had an amazing stay at this house! The kayaks and paddle boards were such a great amenity to have at the house for all to use!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Heather, Thank you for the kind review. I am so glad to hear that your family had an amazing time. We hope to see you back again next year. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle's home was absolutely beautiful! The home has everything you need! We had a few house maintenance issues come up, but Michelle was extremely responsive and prompt in helping to remedy them.We plan to return next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Dianna, Thank you for the nice words and for working with us through the technical issues we had. We appreciate you and look forward to hosting you next year. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas Vacation

Wonderful property with good amenities and a lovely view - even in the winter. Owner Michelle was incredibly responsive when we had a slight issue - great communication. Would highly recommend this place and will book again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Ellia, Thank you for the kind review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we would love to host you and your family in the future. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family house

We all enjoyed our stay at the lake house. From grandparents to teenagers. A big plus for us was that everything was on 1 level and we were able to bring our dogs. The boat dock is a great addition that allowed us to rent a boat for a few days and enjoy exploring the lake. Kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. Would definitely return for another lake vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
Shanan, It was a pleasure hosting you & your family. I am glad the one level house worked out as it is a benefit for many families especially with multi-generations all at the same time. Glad you enjoyed the dock as that has been a highlight this year. Thank you for selecting our property and we would love to have you back again. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tori g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the set up of the home. Everything was neat and well-furnished. The kitchen was amazingly well-stocked with dishes, pans, spices, Keurig & k-cups, and the host provided a nice bottle of wine. The bathrooms were updated, had plenty of towels and good toilet paper, and had amazing water pressure. The game room was fun; we played darts, Pac-Man, and ping pong for hours! The balcony had plenty of patio furniture, fun outdoor string lighting, and a grill. The grounds were beautiful and well-lit at night. The views of the lake from most rooms in the ranch style home were breathtaking. The sunset we witnessed on the first evening there was the most beautiful we have ever seen. We would definitely to stay in this rental lake home again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct, 2025
Tori, Thank you for the kind words. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have you back in the future. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gini H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home overlooking Lake Cherokee

Our family had a wonderful vacation staying at this comfy home. The beds were comfortable & had soft linens. The kitchen was stocked with cooking supplies, tupperware for leftovers, spices & even had an air fryer! Beautiful deck with a giant grill overlooking the lake. Our family played ping pong nightly and had so much fun! Michelle was very responsive to all of our questions & needs! Highly recommend this lovely, comfy home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Gini, So glad to hear that you and your family had a great time! You were great guests and a pleasure to work with. We would love to host you again. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Lake

Lake was amazing. House was older but had many updates making it comfortable and enjoyable. The back porch and kayaks/paddle boards were used daily. We had a rough start due to prior guest activity but the owner worked hard to get us comfortable and enjoying our stay as quickly as possible,which we did. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location great host

Property is exactly as listed, very clean and welcoming. Much larger than expected. It was great for the kids being able to run down the hill straight in to the lake. The host is amazing, had a slight hiccup but she communicated immediately and had a solution. Plenty of stores and food with in 10minutes. I would NOT hesitate to stay here in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Curtis, Thank you for the nice review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to have you back next year for longer. Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

We spent Thanksgiving here to give our 5 kids a shorter drive for the holiday. We had such a great time in spending time together in this beautiful house. The lake was very low, but we weren't expecting to spend time in the lake anyway. We played ping pong, played darts, took some lovely hikes around the neighborhood and nearby trails. We would come back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the great review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay during the holiday with your family. This is a place that can be enjoyed at any time of the year. Lake Cherokee is actually a reservoir that is controlled by TVA so the lake levels vary from November to May but during the rest of the months the levels are always very high. We look forward to having you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

You will not be disappointed. Michelle has thought of everything. What a wonderful host. She is super responsive to emails. The home and property are very well appointed. And very clean. Beds are extremely comfortable. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Very large deck. Great view of lake and sunset. Thank you for a fantastic week.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2024
Dawn, Thank you for the kind words. We are so glad that you and your family had a great week. We would love to host you again in the future if you are in the area. Thank you for being such great guests! Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoughtful

We thoroughly enjoyed our Lakefront Escape! The house was clean and had a wonderful covered porch to view the beautiful lake rain or shine! But what put this experience over the top was the host’s thoughtfulness. Outside there was a dock where we were able to dock our boat rental. There were also kayaks that we used to further explore the lake along with life jackets. On the inside there were board games, a ping pong table, a pac man arcade game all of which our family enjoyed. Not to mention the many thoughtful touches that Michelle included that really made us feel at home. In addition Michelle was very responsive and communicative. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Alice, I am so glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We strive to make our guests feel at home. We hope to see you back again next year. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake House

We had a fantastic time with family from Ohio, Texas and Massachusetts, ages 7 to 96. There was lots of room for the 11 of us. The 4 kids loved the bunk bed room and everyone enjoyed the kayaks. It was a short drive to the marina, where we rented a pontoon boat for a day, and the grocery store. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg were not far away. Michelle was very prompt in answering any questions we had. If we are ever going to that area, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Carolyn, We are so glad that you and your family were able to meet up and enjoy your 50th Anniversary! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a great time. When you are back in the area we would love to host you again. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and spacious retreat!!

We absolutely enjoyed our time at this lake house!!! The house is close to a boat ramp. So, it was extremely easy to get our boats into the water and around the cove to the house. The dock had plenty of space to secure two boats, store our stand up paddle boards, small floating island and still had plenty of space to cannonball into the lake. There was an abundance of indoor and outdoor space to relax and enjoy family activities together. The sunset views were gorgeous and the lake wasn’t busy, even on the weekend! Michelle was very prompt and thorough in all of her communication with us. Will definitely keep this house on our list of vacation spots!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2024
Liz, I am so glad to hear that you and your family had a great time. The dock is a new addition this year and it sounds like it worked out perfect for your family. We would love to have you and your family back as you were great guests. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

We had a great stay! We had our family and another. All teenagers. The place had all the amenities and a step above. We ran out of coffee and the house had us backed up. We always bring our own spices and towels as well and the place had that too. The kayaks were great and the cove by the house was great for fishing and exploring. The new dock was easy to use with our boat. The cove was quiet and peaceful. The covered porch was great when we had rain and just played games. We really enjoyed our stay and the host was easy to communicate with and responded quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2024
Jen, I am so glad to hear that you & your family enjoyed the house. It sounds like you had a great time! Thank you for calling out some of the amenities as future guests read these reviews. We would love to have you back. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

75 year-old mom said one of her best trips

The house was beautiful… extremely clean and very well laid out. Owner made the check in process very easy and was great to communicate with. The amenities in the house were just as stated, plenty of plates and dishes, pots and pans to do all the cooking and eating that our family loves to do. The kayaks and tubes available were well- loved by our teenage boys. The dock was fantastic for our boats and late evening swimming. The gentle sloping hill allowed my 75 year old mom get to the boats easily, have her privacy and go out on the lake with us. She loved watching her grandkids play around at the dock and fish. The deck was fantastic for gathering of the family and just enjoying the view. There was plenty of parking in the driveway for our two trucks and trailers. Boat dock was easy to launch. Thanks for sharing your house with our family. We absolutely loved our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Stacy, Thank you for sharing your experience. I am so glad that you and your family had a great time. It is nice when our parents are able to enjoy it as well. My mom also loves the gentle slope to the lake so she can also enjoy the lake and her grandsons. We try to make the place comfortable for all generations. We hope to see you and your family again soon. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer getaway

Our family of 4 enjoyed this property. The home was really clean and well maintained. All the amenities of home. The 4 bedrooms were great and our nieces came to visit for a night and the bedroom with the bunk beds worked out perfectly. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate, so we didn’t get to enjoy the kayaks and paddle boards much. We did find hiking in Panther Creek State Park which was very close by. We did have some sunshine on the last day and rented a pontoon boat and went tubing. The lake was quiet and not crowded. We also spent some time driving a little over an hour to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We had a great time and thank you for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Dave, Thank you for selecting our property. So sorry the weather did not work out for you. Panther Creek is a great hiking park. It sounds like you made the most of your stay considering the weather. Thank you, Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

renee l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Vacation

We booked this house with two other families. (10 people total) The house is very clean and spacious. All of the appliances and kitchenware along with the linens are all new. Waking up and going to bed everyday to the beautiful lake view was so peaceful. The back porch served as a favorite napping spot for the men. Our group enjoyed the kayaks, the floats, and the fire pit. Michelle, was super quick to respond to any questions or concerns that we had. She is very nice and easy to work with. I would recommend this house to anyone looking for a quiet retreat yet not far from all the action of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. My husband says the house is located on the best fishing cove on the entire lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Renee, Thank you for booking with us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. You & your group were great guests and we hope that you decide to return next year. Your husband is right about the fishing in the cove!

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Weaver

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We are a family that decided that we wanted to have a peaceful place to stay on a lake. We selected this home because of the potential that it had for us and for us to share with others.

Why they chose this property

We selected this property because it is close to friends and many great things in the state of Tennessee. We hope that you enjoy all of the updates as we did them all ourselves.

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