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Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated along the water, this cabin features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and motorboating nearby. Relax on the deck, balcony, or patio while taking in the lake views. The property also includes games and is near Tims Ford Lake and Tims Ford State Park.

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tims Ford Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Winchester, TN
  • Place, Tims Ford Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack Daniel's Distillery
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, University of the South
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

"Lakeside" Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

"Oar" Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

"Palms" Primary Suite - King Bed, smart TV, full closet, desk and chair

1 King Bed

"Shore" Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom with lake views

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom - Glass Shower with natural rock floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset

Wake up to panoramic lake views, enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the water, spend the day boating, fishing, then tie-up your boat to float, swim, paddle board and hangout at your private dock, indulge in lakeside dinning as the sun sets over beautiful Tims Ford Lake, and gather around the firepit to roast marshmallows under the stars after an unforgettable day at the lake!

Welcome to “Tims Ford Bliss” Lake House, an private lakefront retreat on gorgeous Tims Ford Lake, perched on the hillside for breathtaking lake views, with your very own private dock, swim platform, small beach, two decks, fire pit and driveway (no stairs) directly to the edge of the lake and dock!

Come experience Lake Life to the fullest – boat, float, fish, ski, surf, tube, paddle board, kayak, dock socials, wildlife, nature, firepit, hike, smores, cornhole, outdoor games, picnics, and more all at your private lakefront home and private dock.

With panoramic lake views in front, sunrises to your right and sunsets to you your left… you won’t want to leave! Perfect year round vacation spot for families, holidays, winter getaways, long-weekend with your friends, girls’ trip, guys fishing, corporate retreat, water-sports expedition or a romantic couples’ or Nashville weekend getaway.

An incredile year round getaway...minutes from all the action of Tims Ford Lake: 3 Marinas (Tims Ford, Twin Creeks & Holiday), Historic Downtown Winchester with local dining and fun shopping options on the lovely square, State Parks (including trails, caves, waterfalls & suspension bridges), Bear Trace Golf Course, Jack Daniels Distillery, hiking in the foothills, touring Sewanee, catching a concert at The Caverns as well as shopping, live music, movies, entertainment, and dining.

THE LAKE HOUSE
Relaxation awaits at “Tims Ford Bliss” offering accommodations for up to 8 guests, in this beautifully decorated 4 bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 2,100 sqft lakefront home, boasting an open living /dining floor plan, with fully equipped kitchen, hardwoods, and tile floors throughout (no carpet), impressive vaulted wood ceiling with generous windows to soak in the spectacular lake views!

Sleep peacefully on our incredibly comfortable mattresses and bedding for some “No Wake Zone” time. The two spacious decks on each floor are ideal gathering spots with stunning views, which will be the first place to check out and the last place you'll want to leave!

AMENITIES
✔Lakefront with stunning big water lake views
✔Private Dock with side tie up for your boat, swim platform & paddleboards
✔Private “Beach”, walk directly into the lake!
✔Driveway to the lake, no stairs!
✔Public Boat Launch nearby
✔Boat & Pontoon Rental Service available at nearby marinas
✔2 Decks, covered porch, string lighting with inspiring lake & sunset views
✔Fully equipped Kitchen
✔High-speed wireless internet and work desk
✔6 Smart TVs with cable in living & bedrooms
✔Fire Pit, Propane Grill, Electric Fireplace, Fire Table
✔Indoor & Outdoor games & play areas
✔Private driveway for your cars, trailer, boat, golf cart
✔ Near marinas, dinning, shopping, parks, hiking, golf
THE SPACE
Main Living - great room with living, kitchen, dining, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, lots of windows, natural light, and glorious lake views. Come relax, socialize, play games or watch the 65” smart TV w/ apps to stream movies & shows w/ our high-speed internet.

Kitchen – quartz countertops with bar top seating, designer lighting, and fully stocked to prepare an amazing meal or five o'clock happy hour. Bring your favorite ingredients to enjoy cooking & entertaining your family and friends. Includes refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, oven, stove, microwave, coffee maker / keurig, blender, utensils, plates, knives, cups, cookware and bakeware, etc.

Main Porch - expansive open and covered deck with sectional lounge seating, propane grill, propane fire table, dining table, chairs and fantastic lake views! Enjoy coffee at daybreak, lake gaze at lunch, sunset dinners, and drinks under the stars!

Master & Guest Bedrooms - on main is the private master bedroom with king bed, full closet, smart TV, desk/workspace with chair, adjacent to the full bathroom. 2nd guestroom features a queen bed, closet, smart TV and is also adjacent to the full bathroom.

Second Level - unwind and have fun in the media/game room downstairs w/ smart TV, mini bar, bartop, stools and two comfy leather couches. Bring some games or enjoy ours, watch a movie & hangout. 3rd and 4th queen bedrooms feature TVs, dressers & share a full bathroom w/ shower tub combo, large counter space, closets and adjacent laundry room w/ washer & dryer.

Downstairs Patio - has a private entrance with outdoor couch, table and custom wood rocking chairs to take in the breath-taking lake views and wildlife. Collect some firewood and cozy up next to the fire pit with bench seating, great for making smores & lake memories together!
Roast marshmallows under the stars after an unforgettable day on the lake.

Our guests love the 2-level floor plan, which is great for parents to enjoy some adult time upstairs and kids play time downstairs.

COMMUNITY & GROUNDS
Tims Ford Bliss” rests on a large hilltop lot with big lake views, yard and driveway great for play time, and outdoor games. Nestled in charming Hopkins Point amongst the natural landscape and beautiful private residences, great for a walk, run, or bike with lake views most everywhere you go!

MARINAS
Centrally located on Tims Ford Lake with 3 marinas nearby for gas, food, supplies, live music, boat launch and rentals. Tims Ford Marina…Twin Creeks Marina, the newest with a great atmosphere, restaurant, bar & pontoon rentals. Holiday Marina w/ fuel, Blue Gill Grill seasonal restaurant.

BOAT LAUNCH & DOCK
Guests can bring their own boat & tie up to the side of our flat roof dock (not in the slip) located on the left of the diveway , or rent a boat from a marina with nearby boat launches at Tim's Ford Marina (10 mins) or Devil's Step (12 mins). Tims Ford Lake water levels are controlled, our dock in the summer depths range 6-14’ & winter (Nov-Mar) our dock may be on the dry beach. Regardless of the season, “Dock Life” is a favorite guest hangout to take in the magnificent lake views, uplifting coffee sunrise, day time water sports, and a wine down sunset!

PARKS, GOLF, DOWNTOWN, ATTRACTIONS
Explore Tims Ford State Park for an up-close look at nature, animals, hiking trials, and the magnificent coves and waterways…Bring your clubs to golf at Bear Trace a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course….Walk back into time in charming historic Downtown Winchester for coffee, lunch, dinner, movie and shopping …. checkout nearby beautiful Sewanee & Monteagle for Natural Bridge Hike & Lunch at Mountain Goat Market…. tour the world famous Jack Daniels Distillery and shop & dine in Lynchburg …..and the list goes on and on!

Top 5 Reasons to book your next vacation at "Tims Ford Bliss"
✔ Waterfront - spectacular lake views & two decks
✔ Private Dock & Beach – for your boat & enjoyment
✔ Private Driveway - to the lake, drive or walk, no stairs
✔ Location – near 3 marinas, parks, golf, restaurants, shops
✔ Exclusive Tour Guide - packet with best places to visit, dine, shop, boat, & explore!

LOCATION
"Tims Ford Bliss” - your vacation getaway awaits approximately...
Jack Daniels Distillery - 25 mins
Nashville, TN - 1 hour 35 mins (awesome lakefront Nashville getaway or Nashville weekend getaway)
Huntsville, AL & Murfreesboro, TN - 1 hour
Chattanooga, TN - 1 hour 30 mins
Birmingham, AL - 2 hours 25 mins
Bowling Green, KY - 2 hours 45 mins
Knoxville, TN - 3 hours
Atlanta, GA - 3 hours
Memphis, TN - 4 hours 30 mins
Lexington, KY & Asheville, NC - 4 hours 45 mins

COVID-19 SANITATION
For the health, safety, and well being of our guests are of utmost importance to us. For this reason, we use a thorough and extensive process of cleaning after each check-out.

NOTES:
•This property does NOT come with a boat or any watercraft, life jackets, lake toys, or lake activities.
•The private dock slip is for the owners use only. •Guests are permitted to tie their boat up to the left side of the dock only during their stay.• Please note the home sits on the hillside and has a nice concrete driveway (no stairs) you can drive or walk with significant decline to the lake and incline up to the house. •No pets or smoking permitted, no falsified reservations - all are strictly enforced.• Website pictures professionally edited and enhanced.

FAMILY & MANAGEMENT
This is not a “company managed” vacation rental like most of them are on Tims Ford Lake. This is our family's home and we have a full time dedicated, super friendly and helpful property manager available to you directly by cell and in person. Our lake cottage is full of charm, clean (no shoes inside), well maintained, and lovingly care for with special attention to the details for our guests enjoyment.

From Family reunions, Fishing trips,Girls' weekends, Nashville weekend getaway, Couples' getaways, Guys' golf trips, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring Break, Fall colors, Summer boating, Remote work by the lake....

Come make memories at "Tims Ford Bliss" Lake House so you can fall in love with the home and area like we did, as it would be our pleasure to host y’all!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
•All reservations subject to owner screening, approval before becoming final. This occurs within 48 hours of booking. •No Pets, No Smoking, No Fires
• No removing items from the home • No shoes - barefoot/socks only home. • AC - in summer keep 68-76 degrees, turn off air conditioner w/ open doors.
• Copy of ID or Drivers License must be provided at booking or within 24 hours of booking • All rental agreement rules must be followed and adhered to

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2314331vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Winchester

Located in Winchester, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Cowan Railroad Museum and South Jackson Civic Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Falls Mill and North Atlantic Street Historic District. Tim's Ford Marina and Twin Creeks Marina are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Winchester, TN

What's nearby

  • Tims Ford Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tims Ford State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery - 32 min drive - 35.9 km
  • University of the South - 37 min drive - 41.5 km
  • The Caverns - 53 min drive - 59.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip's Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bluegill Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bait Beer & Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Jd's Country Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset?

As of 30 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,343, 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 Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tims Ford Bliss Lakefront Retreat •Dock•Beach•Firepit•Paddle•Amazing View Sunset located?

Located in the heart of Winchester, this golf cabin is steps from Tims Ford Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tims Ford State Park and Tim's Ford Marina. Tims Ford Nature Center and Dry Creek Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bliss Management

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Bliss Management is a "Premier Host". We are truly grateful for each and every one lovely guests. Upon arrival we try our best to provide our guests with a clean, comfortable, and welcoming home. With helpful amenities and special touches throughout we want our guests to feel thought of on their vacation and leave (until the next visit;) with wonderful lasting memories!

🧡 Book with us today for the vacation you deserve! We can't wait to host you'll!🧡

Why they chose this property

Top 5 Reasons to book your next vacation at "Tims Ford Bliss":
1) Waterfront Home - with Spectacular Views & 2 Decks
2) Private Dock & Beach – for your boat & enjoyment
3) Private Driveway - to the lake, easy drive or walk access, no stairs
4) Location – close to 3 Marinas, State Parks, Trails, Tours, Restaurants, Shops
5) First Class - property management & vacation planner guide*

What makes this property unique

★Once booked be sure to ask for your exclusive "Tims Ford Bliss” Welcome Packet & Tour Guide with our favorite places to visit, eat, drink, shop, boat, and explore! ★

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