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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Patio
Barbecue grill
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Tracy City, TN
South Cumberland State Park
Place, South Cumberland State Park
5 min drive
Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead
Place, Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead
7 min drive
Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
Place, Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Loft
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge
You wake to still water, walk down to the fishing dock, and push a kayak out before anyone else is up. Calm Waters is a lakefront tiny home at The Retreat at Water's Edge with a hot tub, a fire pit and mountain views from the porch, 50 minutes from Tims Ford State Park.
This one suits two couples, a small family, or anyone who wants the water close enough to hear it.
Three queen beds sleep six: a master bedroom, a guest bedroom, and a loft reached by stairs. Two full bathrooms, each with a combination tub and shower, mean nobody waits. The kitchen opens onto the living and dining space with a stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, pod coffee maker, toaster, blender, ice maker, kitchen island and wine glasses. Smart TVs are in the living room, the master bedroom and the loft. There is a laptop-friendly workspace, a washer and dryer, central heat and air, and ceiling fans.
Outside, an uncovered deck carries the hot tub and outdoor dining, a charcoal grill and a fire pit sit in a private yard, and two kayaks come with the home along with lake access.
Water's Edge sits on Tims Ford Lake outside Lynchburg. 50 minutes to Tims Ford State Park, 60 minutes to Jack Daniel's Distillery, 37 minutes to the Lynchburg square.
What is included: linens, towels, basic soaps, paper towels and toilet paper, the two kayaks, the hot tub, free parking, and keypad entry available 24 hours a day. Firewood and charcoal are not included, but you are welcome to bring your own or buy a bundle from Retreat Vacations.
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Guest is Required to Sign a Rental Agreement, Security hold of $300 is Required
Minimum Age of the Primary Renter is 21 Years of Age and Primary Renter must be on site for the duration of the stay.
No Smoking, No Events or Parties of any kind
Important information
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Property # 3905308vb
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
Tracy City
Located in Tracy City, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Sam H. Werner Military Museum and Tennessee Williams Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and Sewanee Memorial Cross. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club, or consider a night out at The Caverns. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
South Cumberland State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Harton Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Monteagle Sunday School Assembly - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
University of the South - 18 min drive - 19.9 km
Restaurants
Dutch Maid Bakery - 6 min drive
El Maguey - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Hank’s Corner Grille - 6 min drive
Circle K - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge?
As of 10 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge on 1 Nov, 2026 start from S$622, 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 Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Calm Waters at The Retreat at Water's Edge located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from South Cumberland State Park. Bigfoot Adventure TN Zipline and Harton Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful, clean, well stocked. We loved our time at Calm Waters!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2026
Thank you, Tiana! We’re so glad you loved Calm Waters and enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela W.
22 Sept, 2026
Lovely lakeside get away
We loved the chance to get away and stay here at the Calm Waters house. We spent so much time outdoors since we had beautiful weather. It was fun to kayak and be in the stillness of the lake. And we loved the outdoor space with the BBQ, spa and fire pit.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jana P.
30 Aug, 2026
Amazing Again
This is our 3rd time staying here. It is perfect for our family of 4 with 2 avid fishermen. They added 2 more kayaks since our last visit which was such a great surprise that all 4 of us could go out together. There is nothing better than a quiet morning with a book and coffee on the porch overlooking the lake. Thank you all for another great stay! We will be back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sherry W.
8 Jun, 2026
Relaxing, breath taken views and all I expected.
The property was everything we expected and more. Clean, nicely decorated, plenty of accommodation and the lake view was so peaceful. Each morning the beautiful large porch extended our experience where we had our coffee in the morning and dinner at night. We share memorable conversation and can’t wait to return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Garrett R.
19 Mar, 2026
Always great!
This was our second stay in Calm Waters and did not disappoint! View is always amazing and we even got some snow while we enjoyed the hot tub.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Betty C.
25 Apr, 2026
Beautiful Home
This is a beautiful home and beautiful setting. Highly recommend
The tiny home on the lake was a beautiful place for us to spend our anniversary! It was serene and quiet! The home was spacious and so clean. The back porch overlooking the lake was our favorite spot! The weather was perfect and we spent most of our time on the back deck… eating, playing, games, reading, etc.… we also enjoyed the hot tub and the kayaks that were stored under the house as well as the hiking that was close by to us. What a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2026
Thank you for choosing us for your anniversary, Kindra! We're honored to have been part of your celebration and hope to welcome you back for another special escape.
We absolutely loved this place. Spotless and so beautiful. We enjoyed it, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richelle D.
10 Sept, 2025
Perfect getaway for the whole family
Our family had such a wonderful time at this cabin. We kayaked, we had a bonfire, we played games, we RELAXED! They really thought of everything. We all LOOOVVVED our time there! We will absolutely return!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Misty h.
7 Aug, 2025
Great week!
Calm waters was amazing! Everything about it! Would def stay again! Great house, loved the lake: kayaking and paddle boarding, and the hot tub and fire pit was fabulous! Great getaway from the world!
Exceptionally clean, stocked with everything you could possibly need, well decorated. Exactly as described in photos. Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
13 May, 2025
graduation weekend
We had several family members come to celebrate my daughter's graduation from Sewanee for the weekend. Calm Waters was a perfect landing spot for a full weekend! Would definitely stay here again when we can take advantage of the hot tub and do some kayaking!
My five college friends came for a two day getaway, and it was perfect! Plenty of room and the house was clean and decorated so cute! We hiked, ate and enjoyed ourself completely. You will love this cute tiny house!
My besties and I stayed in this beautiful cozy home and couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay. From the cozy vibes, to having all the home amenities you can imagine, and the beautiful views we cannot say enough good about this place. The only bad thing we can say is we didn’t book enough time. Can’t wait to come back!
This property exceeded expectations with its perfect, clean interior and excellent amenities, including a hot tub and lake access for paddle boarding. The coveted deck is also a beautiful space for group meals or just listening to the sounds of frogs at night. Leaving this one feeling recharged!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brittany O.
5 Apr, 2025
Above and Beyond Expectations
We can’t say enough good things about our stay! (Our only regret is not staying longer). Beautiful scenery, beautiful house. Everything was clean, beds were very comfortable, the house is stocked with everything you could possibly need (high chairs, baby gates, even an air fryer and crock pot!) They blew us away with how great this place is. Wish I could give more than 5 stars.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Audra T.
18 Jul, 2026
Beautiful view
The cabin was very clean and well laid out. The view of the water from the porch is what we came for and it didn’t disappoint. Beautiful! I loved sitting out there drinking my morning coffee and watching the ducks glide across the water. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was great! I wanted to give 5 stars but we weren’t able to use the hot tub because of too many chemicals. The minute we got in, our eyes started stinging and watering and we had to get out. We requested for someone to come out and remediate the issue so we could use it the next night, but they just offered to let us move to a different property. We were only staying 2 nights so we didn’t want to spend the short time we had left moving. The ice maker also didn’t work so we had to buy and bag of ice. Other than those 2 things, it was a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend if those two issues are corrected.
We were seeking a calm, get away from our busy every day life. This tiny home brought us the tranquility and peace that was necessary and what we were craving. From the attention to detail to the location, this house had everything! It definitely left us with many memories and has become one of our favorite family getaways.
Everything was immaculate, all the essentials you need and environment to satisfy your vacation needs and souls desires!
Thank you for creating a home away from home. Memories we will never forget!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jana P.
12 Mar, 2025
Perfect family getaway!
This place was perfect for our family of 4! No one wanted to leave after our 3 days were up. We enjoyed the area during the day, but spent our mornings and afternoon/evenings at this quiet hideaway. We fished, had fires every night, enjoyed the hot tub, and Mom enjoyed reading 2 books on the porch rocking chair! The house was incredibly well stocked, I was so surprised. It was a breeze to cook dinner, even did a load of laundry after the kids got their clothes dirty hiking. We have already been plotting out when we are coming back. Next time we are bringing kayaks!