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Private Lake! Waterfalls! Hiking Trails in Sewanee
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Monteagle, TN
- Place, Monteagle Sunday School Assembly4 min drive
- Place, Harton Park4 min drive
- Place, University of the South9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Private Lake! Waterfalls! Hiking Trails in Sewanee
This beautiful home is just steps away from the lake & private dock. The quiet, serene, gated lake community will make you never want to leave-with its hiking trails, waterfalls & easy access to the Mountain Goat trail. Enjoy dining at unique local restaurants, hike the trails & explore the Sewanee campus. Sewanee is truly a hidden gem that will leave you wanting to come back again & again for a getaway!
2 miles from Sewanee University, 40 mins from Chattanooga, 1 hr 20 mins from Nashville.
The space
Enjoy serene living on this private lake- Lake Louisa. Sit on the private dock and enjoy the quiet mountain life. This home has 3 br, 3.5 baths. (with sleeper sofa in living room for 2 additional sleeping spots) Large kitchen, dining and living area. Large bonus room with fun games to enjoy! Washer/dryer. Gorgeous mountain home with stunning lake views everywhere you look!
Guest access
Guests will have acess to the entirety of the home. The property does have a garage, but is reserved for the owners only.
Other things to note
To the extent now or hereafter permitted by applicable law, the lessee shall hold harmless the Cooley’s Rift Homeowners’ Association, Inc. from and against any and all liability related to access to and use of any Association facilities, structures, roadways, gate, natural habitats (including lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and trails) or other common areas contained within the Cooley’s Rift community.
The lessee also acknowledges and agrees to abide by all Cooley’s Rift rules.
Summary of Rules for Owners & Guests
Note: The following rules must be provided directly to tenants and prominently displayed in the residence by the owners. Owners may convey additional rules as they deem appropriate.
• No Open Burning - Fires are permitted in pavilion firepit and owner firepits. Violation of this policy is subject to $1000.00 fine.
• Road Weight Limits - 10 ton per axle.
• Road Speed Limit 25 MPH - Please watch carefully for walkers, joggers, bikers.
• Enjoy trail system at your own risk.
• All Cooley’s Rift amenities are for owners in good standing and their invited guests only.
• Enjoy Lake Louisa at your own risk. Persons under 14 must have adult supervision.
• No gas motors allowed on Lake Louisa.
• Quiet Hours - Please limit noise after 10:00 PM.
• No Hunting – No Discharge of Firearms – No Fireworks
2 miles from Sewanee University, 40 mins from Chattanooga, 1 hr 20 mins from Nashville.
The space
Enjoy serene living on this private lake- Lake Louisa. Sit on the private dock and enjoy the quiet mountain life. This home has 3 br, 3.5 baths. (with sleeper sofa in living room for 2 additional sleeping spots) Large kitchen, dining and living area. Large bonus room with fun games to enjoy! Washer/dryer. Gorgeous mountain home with stunning lake views everywhere you look!
Guest access
Guests will have acess to the entirety of the home. The property does have a garage, but is reserved for the owners only.
Other things to note
To the extent now or hereafter permitted by applicable law, the lessee shall hold harmless the Cooley’s Rift Homeowners’ Association, Inc. from and against any and all liability related to access to and use of any Association facilities, structures, roadways, gate, natural habitats (including lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and trails) or other common areas contained within the Cooley’s Rift community.
The lessee also acknowledges and agrees to abide by all Cooley’s Rift rules.
Summary of Rules for Owners & Guests
Note: The following rules must be provided directly to tenants and prominently displayed in the residence by the owners. Owners may convey additional rules as they deem appropriate.
• No Open Burning - Fires are permitted in pavilion firepit and owner firepits. Violation of this policy is subject to $1000.00 fine.
• Road Weight Limits - 10 ton per axle.
• Road Speed Limit 25 MPH - Please watch carefully for walkers, joggers, bikers.
• Enjoy trail system at your own risk.
• All Cooley’s Rift amenities are for owners in good standing and their invited guests only.
• Enjoy Lake Louisa at your own risk. Persons under 14 must have adult supervision.
• No gas motors allowed on Lake Louisa.
• Quiet Hours - Please limit noise after 10:00 PM.
• No Hunting – No Discharge of Firearms – No Fireworks
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
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About the area
Sewanee
Located in Cooleys Rift, a neighbourhood in Sewanee, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and Sewanee Memorial Cross are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Cumberland State Park and Harton Park. Cowan Railroad Museum and Hank Weddington Park are also worth visiting.

Monteagle, TN
What's nearby
- Monteagle Sunday School Assembly - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
- Harton Park - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
- University of the South - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
- Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
- South Cumberland State Park - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
Restaurants
- Circle K - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Simply Southern - 18 min drive
- Rocky Top restaurant. - 9 min drive
- High Point Restaurant - 9 min drive
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4 Feb, 2026
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Weston S.
6 Nov, 2025
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28 Nov, 2025
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Melodye P.
1 Oct, 2025
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Jennifer S.
28 Aug, 2025
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9 Aug, 2025
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Nawal M.
28 Apr, 2025
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Nawal M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Denise M.
6 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute gem
Denise M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jewel S.
12 May, 2024
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Fantastic Oasis!
Jewel S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Shelley T.
10 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous and a Place to Recharge
Shelley T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jill T.
5 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Jill T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christen T.
15 Mar, 2025
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Great spring break!
Christen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Claire A.
21 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house, please!
Claire A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October 18-October 22
Jennifer F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
15 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Sarah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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