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Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake!

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Dining table overlooks the large front porch and wooded view.
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The large front deck is perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee
Exterior
Seasonal water view from the front porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Spring City, TN
  • Place, Watts Bar Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumberland Mountain State Park
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake!

The HONEY HOLE is a newly renovated modern home near Watts Bar Lake. Tucked away in a private fishing community, you will have all the amenities of home plus private access to the neighborhood boat ramp, dock, pavilion, and playground. Enjoy the mornings and evenings sitting on the large wrap-around deck, or walk through the quiet neighborhood and enjoy the wildlife. Coming to the area for fishing or boating? There is a large driveway and parking area for three trucks and trailers.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair is located in dining room closet.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
* May be subject to an additional cleaning fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not eat in the beds and/or bedrooms. If bedding is found stained, you will be charged $50 to cover the cost of replacement or cleaning.
The door leading from the basement to the outdoors is to remain closed and locked at all times, except in the case of an emergency.
Pets are not allowed on the furniture or bedding. Violating this rule could result in extra cleaning and/or replacement costs.

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 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

About the area

Spring City

Located in Spring City, this holiday home is in the mountains. Eden Marina is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watts Bar Lake and Tennessee River. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Spring City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watts Bar Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Watts Bar Dam - 33 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Ozone Falls State Natural Area - 39 min drive - 47.2 km
  • Cumberland Mountain State Park - 49 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory - 59 min drive - 83.5 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Twister - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Kountz' Lake Located Party Palace - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Carter's Pizza & Subs - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Blue Springs Marina & Crows Nest Restaurant - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly and Close to the Lake! located?

This family-friendly Spring City holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Watts Bar Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eden Marina and Tennessee River. Whites Creek Small Wildlife Area and Rhea Springs Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Retha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had great time was a perfect place, very clean, and so well stocked in the kitchen. Was able to cook full meals for the family we was in the area to visit. Beautiful location, saw many deer. Will definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni s.

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

Beautiful little place

Lovely house, great area, super nice host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host was fantastic, available and generous. The home felt instantly comfortable and welcoming. Everything you would have thought to need or thought of was available. Would love to return in future if available. The separate space was also nice with several guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aja C.

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

Peaceful stay

Staying at Sara's place was a pleasure. It was very peaceful and the location is quiet and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2022
Thanks for staying with us, Aja! Hope you all enjoyed your time at the wedding and being with friends. You all are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillan W.

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

Lovely location!

Great place to stay! Felt cozy and like home. We loved the location close to the lake. Came for our wedding weekend and would stay here again!!😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

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

Peaceful getaway

Nicely kept clean house that was perfect for our family to visit the area for the weekend for a family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2023
Thanks, Katrina, for choosing us for your family gathering! You all are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Memorial Day weekend

Came to visit friends on watts bar lake. We rented this house to be close and it was perfect for our group. Had everything we needed for a long and relaxing weekend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SANDEY T.

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

Family Vacation/Birthday

We all thoroughly enjoyed the big deck & proximity to the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Hi, Sandey!! Thank you for your review. We hope to see you again in the future :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

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

Great place

Everyone in our family loves coming to this house. The owners have addressed every item a vacationing family would need. We hope to be able to return every summer for years to come.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little house. Very comfortable for two small families. The kids enjoyed the numerous games and puzzles. We walked around the neighborhood which was quiet and neighbors were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

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

Spring City stay

Nice and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Great property!! Great owners!

Location was great proximity to boat ramps. Great parking for boats and trucks. Communication with owners was timely and helpful. Will definitely book again when in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2022
Thanks for the great review! I know that you have lots of choices when it comes to traveling to our area. I feel blessed that you chose our home. Hope you can stay with us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Beautiful home, amazing host!

We loved our stay. The deck was great for relaxing and watching the sunrise. The inside has been wonderfully updated and the downstairs was great for the kids to play and hangout. Sara was very welcoming and an amazing host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2022
Thank you for being such great guests! Hope you can come back another time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

High school Bassmaster National Championship

We had 2 families who stayed at the house. It was the perfect size and met all our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen U.

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

Thanksgiving Weekend

We came to visit family and celebrate the announcement of a grandchild coming
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov, 2023
Karen, thanks for choosing us for your family celebration! Hope we can see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danyel H.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Highly recommend this place! We enjoyed a cozy weekend in with our kids, doing nothing but enjoying spending time together. Thanks for opening your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2022
Danyel, thanks for your wonderful review! I love that you said it was a cozy weekend with the kids - my favorite memories are getaway trips with the whole family under one roof. These times are special and hope you can come back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Beautiful home

We loved the house. Beautiful home! Was super cozy and the neighborhood was quiet. Loved all the personal touches in the house. And the host had great communication. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2022
Stephen, thanks for taking the time to review our home! I am so glad that your family was able to gather over the holidays and enjoy the time together. Please come back any time - we would love to host you all again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Enjoyed our stay

It was comfortable and relatively roomy for our 4 adults and 2 children stay. Even though the temperature plummeted outside, we were warm and toasting inside. The air hockey in the basement was a plus for the kids. Property manager was very helpful with the details of what to expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2022
Jim, thank you for taking the time to give us a great review. I am always trying to improve our residence and make it a place where guests can relax and feel right at home. I am so thankful for wonderful guests like you - hope you can stay with us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

Memorial Day Weekend 2023

Clean and beautiful home within walking distance to the lake. Great time for fishing and swimming. Home provided great amenities! Our chocolate lab loved it too! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

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

Couldn't be happier!!!

This owner and this property far exceeded expectations. EVERYTHING we needed was there. The property was so clean, well-stocked, and outfitted. We're looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
Jodi, thank you for the beautiful review! It was such a pleasure to host you and your family. If you get a chance to stay with us again in the future, I will have a larger bottle of honey awaiting your arrival! ;-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Great stay for fishermen

Had a fishing tournament on Watts Bar. The accommodations were great for us. We were able to park three trucks with boat trailers and another truck in the driveway. A boat launch was conveniently located very close to the house. All of the guys that stayed bragged on how nice the house was and how pleased they were. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2023
Nick, thanks for your great review! It’s reassuring to hear that our house met your needs and was convenient for the tournament. We have been really blessed by the fishing groups that have stayed at the house. You are welcome to come back any time!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb D.

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

Beautiful House, Awesome Neighborhood

Sara is awesome to respond to any questions quickly. The house is beautiful with lots of room. The neighborhood is awesome also with great playground, fishing and swimming. Fully equipped Marina and a close restaurant were a plus. Again Sara was awesome to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2022
Caleb, thank you for the great review! I hope your family can come back again in the future! Return guests get a larger container of honey! ;-)
Verified

8/10 Good

Angus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

feedback

unfortunately the impression from the website is that this property is on the lake which it is not. apart from that it was all very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2022
Angus, sorry that you thought our house was on the water. Our house sits across the street from the water, which is why I mention the “seasonal water views” from the front porch. However, we do have easy neighborhood access to the water for boats, swimming, and/or fishing. We also have two large marinas very close to our location. I apologize for any confusion that this might have caused.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie S.

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

Clean & Convenient

Sara hosts a clean rental. Downstairs was great for our kids to hang out while we relaxed upstairs. We were here checking out surrounding area properties for ourselves while I can see others may stay for fishing. If so, the spot is perfect. Nice yard for a pet! Only downside would be weak wi-fi but that's mountain life! Enjoy it. Read a book or get outside! Wish we used the awesome firepit but it was freezing out for us lol Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kleesha W.

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

Perfect get-away

Our family met over thanksgiving week. This home was perfect. The set up is comfortable. The accommodations were comfortable and neighborhood was charming and safe! My kids loved having the basement area to themselves and played a lot of air hockey! Everyone had their own space and was able to relax for the week. Quiet and peaceful! The Honey Hole is priced very well, owner is very nice and you literally have everything you need. Owner left a few outing ideas. We did several of them and really enjoyed ourselves. House is a quick drive to local shopping or a beautiful scenic hour drive to larger cities.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sara Black

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My husband and I enjoy traveling with our three kids and exploring out-of-the way destinations and restaurants. We enjoy working outdoors and even call ourselves novice beekeepers! Most of all we LOVE hosting family and friends at our home. We hope the HONEY HOLE is a blessing to you and your family - a place where you can rest, relax, and create many wonderful memories!

Why they chose this property

Our home is off the beaten path but still contains all of the modern conveniences that you would expect in the city. It is really the best of both worlds! After a short drive through the country from the main road, you will arrive at your private cozy oasis. The house is fully stocked with everything that you will need to grill a steak, host a pasta night, or drink a cup of coffee or tea while enjoying the sunrise. We are approximately 20 minutes to the closest Wal-Mart and conveniently located between Dayton, Knoxville, and Crossville. Use our house to go on a day trip to the Aquarium in Chattanooga or hike at Fall Creek Falls. If you are visiting the area for fishing, we are approximately 30 minutes north of the Dayton Boat Dock and 20 minutes south of Tom Fuller Memorial Park in Rockwood. Our house is truly a HONEY HOLE - the secret location where you will want to come back to again and again!

What makes this property unique

We are located in a quaint fishing community consisting of older and newer homes. Residents are frequently seen taking leisurely walks, driving golf carts, or admiring the wildlife. The street is wooded and quiet and deer are frequently seen roaming up and down the main road or on the property during the early morning and dusk. Even though the house does not have direct water access, there is both a private and public boat ramp within three minutes of the house. Guests may swim, fish, or pull their boat in/out of the water from either of these convenient locations. The neighborhood boat ramp and dock is close enough to enjoy while you view the serenity of a TN sunset. Two local marinas are open seasonally and offer guests the opportunity to dine and/or rent watercraft vehicles.

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