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🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Douglas Lake
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Dandridge, TN
  • Place, Douglas Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilderness at the Smokies
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Soaky Mountain Waterpark
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Captain's Quarters

1 King Bed

Crew's Quarters

1 Queen Bed

Full Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS!

Fall is now here and the Water is well below the dock, too low to swim or fish from. but the Lake and Mountain views are still absolutely beautiful!

We have a Fabulous Central Lakefront Location, Indoor Jacuzzi Tub, Corn Hole, Fire Pit , Lakeside Grill, Juke box , Pinball , a Well Appointed Kitchen, Super Comfy beds , Karroke, WiFi, Easy Access and absolutely No houses to block your views!

Welcome to Smoky Mountain Family Serenity, we rent to small familes and thier children or couples looking to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. 👪

Main policy, only the registered guest at the time of the initial booking are to be on the premises during the reservation no exceptions. No guest visitors.

To secure your reservation without risk of cancelation legal photo ID verification (example: a photo of your state drivers licence) and the names and ages of all guest to be registered is required.

Your photo ID must be provided via VRBO message or by promptly emailing/texting the owners when you initially book, be sure to introduce your self and the reason for your stay, ie. family vacation, birthday, Mother's/ Father's day, Wedding Anniversary etc. so we can help you celebrate!

This policy is monitored for the safety and security of our property, management staff and our guest.

The Photo ID must match those arriving on property upon check-in.

Now onto the Fun part...

The home offers upfront and center lake side fun, relaxation and so much more! Relax and Enjoy the peace, serenity and unobstructed breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the cool water of beautiful Douglas Lake.

What is special about your property that others may not have? Well, we're glad you asked.

Location, location, location! We're so lucky to be centrally located on the Lake's Main channel exactly where everyone wants to be, with a direct drive. (No long skinny unkept curvy back roads or waterless coves here) Just smooth sailing and plenty of Lake!

In the Spring and Summer...
We have a large private sun and swim platform for you to enjoy. Bring your swimsuit, sunblock, skis, tubes, swim noodles and paddle boards. Relax, Float, Swim, Fish, Paddle and when done climb the ladder back up or use the easy access short set of stairs.
We have a floating Boat dock, in addition to the large swim platform and walk right into the lake easy access stairs! Bring your fishing boat or rent a boat from one of the Marinas, located just down the road.
Boat rentals: Two neighboring marinas are nearby, with pontoons, speed boats, personal watercraft and tubes for rent. One with soft serve ice-cream and Pizza included with your rental for everyone in your group they also don't charge extra for the fuel you use. The other is just a bit further down the way and has a nice restaurant/grill with lakeside dining! We can get you connected.

** Notice** Onsite parking is limited to two separate off road parking areas. At maximum and in total, they will accommodate two standard vehicles or three compact vehicles, or one small 16-18ft boat trailer and one truck. We do NOT have room for a large personal boat / trailer parking at current. Do not book with the assumption or expectation of parking your larger boat and/or trailer on the property.

The local marinas have historically allowed our guests to park their larger personal boat and trailers overnight and launch from their dock for a small and reasonable daily fee. We can provide more info for you to confirm prior to booking, please inquire.

This listing is full of info keep reading if you'd like to know more...

The home is one and a half levels with two large bedrooms with super comfy beds and two full baths. The Master Bedroom is privately located downstairs boasting a King size bed and a full bathroom with shower. The second bedroom is on the main level, tucked away from the living area, it boast a Queen size bed and a huge picture window for a panoramic view of the lake. We also have a sleeper sofa in the living area if you need an extra bed. The main bath is centrally located on the main level with a shower and jet tub combo. Both bathrooms are stocked with drying towels, hairdryers, and some extra special conveniences.

If cooking is your thing then get ready to whip up something special. We have the equipment you need, want and then some!! Our fully functional kitchen includes a full size fridge, stove, microwave, toaster, Keurig and additional 12 cup automatic programmable coffee maker so you can wake up to the Aroma of your favorite morning Java! A mini-heart ♡ shaped waffle iron, large crockpot and a blender to whip up some nice smoothies or frozen Margaritas!! Multiple measuring devices, herb infuser, pots, pans, plates, glasses, wine glasses champagne flutes, utensils and unique serving equipment!

Outside sit back and have your favorite brew or glass of wine while waiting on the outdoor charcoal park style grill to cook your steak just right!

We have designated outdoor lake use towels for your time swimming and sunning and a medium sized beverage/sandwich cooler for your boat rental or to take along with you on your hiking adventures!

For those relaxing nights or rainy days we have an already paid Netflix app loaded for your binges on the Smart TVs with plenty of other TV apps loaded such as Roku, Peacock, Pluto, VUDU, etc. the list is extensive or you can utilize our wireless internet (WiFi) to sign in to your own Hulu, Amazon or other streaming services. We also have plenty of board games, DVD's and other entertainment items. Including a stereo with indoor sound bar which is also connected to the outdoor deck speakers, you can choose to listen to what ever is playing or play your own music by connecting your phone.

So much and more...

Plenty of seating and eating areas on the decks and chairs for the swim deck! There are multiple indoor and outdoor areas including a large fire pit! Smores anyone?

Enjoy a cookout, have a family picnic or just rock your cares away in the wooden rockers while playing some checkers on the deck.

Later, take a swing in the hammock with your Honey Bear or quietly curl up with your favorite book right by the shoreline. The Lake is calling you!

What is near?

Besides the Marinas and this Beautiful Lake and Serenity. There is an Italian pizza shop, food trucks, old fashioned ice cream parlor, lake side restaurants, fishing and bait shops and the neighboring historic downtown area. Grocery stores, gas stations, fast food and ATMs .

If one of your destinations is the Pigeon Forge/Smoky Mountains, don't fret we are located just 8 minutes down a highway street along the main route into and out of the Pigeon Forge/Great Smoky Mountains area. We are just far enough out of the way to get out of all the hustle-n-bustle and relax from a long day, but not too far to jump back in it all the next day. Action Packed Pigeon Forge apx 30min and Historic Downtown Dandridge (2nd oldest city in TN) apx 8min.

So, if you are the type who is looking for a real vacation with good mix of relaxation and fun action packed things to get into then our place is the place for you!

Anything else?

Our property is located on the lake's main channel, meaning we have water year round!! Easily accessible Spring to Fall and water views all throughout the year (Douglas Lake is a 33,000 acre reservoir lake, water levels are controlled by mother nature and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). The lake water amount does begin to decrease in the autumn around Labor Day and is at its lowest in mid-winter. Depending on rainfall, the lake increases to standard full capacity around April-May and does fill up to our bank shoreline, providing easy and direct lake access).

**Attention** Remember, if booking in fall, winter or early spring and water level is a concern, please inquire.

Before reserving, please read and accept all terms of the rental agreement contract attached. Ensure to disclose all persons who will be guest at our home, their relation to you and their ages. This is the same written document where you will find the house rules, check in and out procedures etc.

The home is located in a low key business and safe residential area with other visitors and owners enjoying their time, please be respectful of the neighbors regarding noise, levels and their property. Please drink and swim responsibly, no lifeguards on duty. Adults must always responsibly watch and protect their children here. For added safety and security exterior cameras are on the property's perimeters. Owners are not responsible for your belongings or your personal safety, we urge you to use common sense and lock up the home when not on the premises and to always move around the home and premises utilizing handrails and watch your step.

Whatever you decide to do during your visit, we welcome you to Smoky Mountain Family Serenity!! 👪

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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
Non-smoking premises, inside or outside of home.
Photo ID is required to be emailed/texted at time
Property is Max 5 persons. NO extra Guest. Not sui
Max16-18' Boat Docking Ltd. Trailer Parking on sit

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Property # 9081176
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Dandridge

Located in Dandridge, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Island at Pigeon Forge and Tanger Outlets. Soaky Mountain Waterpark and Wilderness at the Smokies are not to be missed. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Dandridge, TN

What's nearby

  • Douglas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center - 18 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 29 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Forest Grove Rv Resort Cafe And Butcher Shop - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

As of 7 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! on 10 Jun, 2026 start from S$776, 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 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌞 Happy Fall Leaves are Turning! 🌞 LAKEFRONT HOME 🏡 w/ SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Douglas Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mountain Cove Marina and Field of Dreams Recreational Complex. Commonwealth Dandridge and Dandridge Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 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. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Great place to stay

The house was everything we were looking for. Had an great birthday weekend on the lake. Host were amazing. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Cozy

Had a great time! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Amazing view.

Douglas lake is a special place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
We think you are special and Amazing too! We are already looking forward to your reservation again next year! Thank you 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia B.

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

Lake House

Great house!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Boutwell 's and Thomas Family

Had a good stay. The property ower responded promptly when notified with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Diane, Thank you for staying with us this Thanksgiving week. You have a beautiful family, we enjoyed getting to meet you and having you as our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

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

Lake Douglas

Wonderful cottage. Well supplied. It rained but still a beautiful view if the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
We are so happy you two were able to get away and make so many happy memories together here at our favorite getaway. Glad you enjoyed the wine and treats we left for you. In turn you blessed our family too and took such great care of our home. Blessings for all. We won't forget you. Come back anytime! Thank you again :).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Wonderful!!!

Fantastic property and property owners! The view of the lake with mountains to the left and right are spectacular! The lake house is well equipped with anything you may need! Plus the owners leave little treats around for your enjoyment. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to get away for our 44th anniversary! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Lake House Rental July 2024

The house on the lake was a great stay. Great communication with the owners. Check in and out process was great. Location is great. Just didn't like the driveway. It was really tricky getting in and out of the property. Really....but overall, was a great week away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lake Time and Moonshine

The house is right on the lake and has a few options of decks to sit outside. Morning coffee every morning on the deck overlooking the beautiful lake. We also enjoyed the lake on our rafts tied to the dock almost every day. It was a short trip into Sevierville and Pigeon Forge where there are so many choices. We also went into downtown Dandridge and had a root beer float at the Tinsley-Bible Drug Store. We had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina O.

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

Beautiful Mountain Lake Views

My husband, 8 year old son and I had a wonderful time enjoying the serene lake views from the multiple decks and docks. The house was extremely clean and comfortable and we now have a new Lassie fan in my son from the selection of DVDs available. Views from each of the bedrooms were incredible and location was a great base for our vacation adventures during the day …. Host was wonderful leading up to and after our stay …. Thank you again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Gatlinburg getaway

We enjoyed this home. It’s about 30 mins from Sevierville. It was nice to get out of all the traffic and come back to this beautiful lake front property. The views are so beautiful. The lake is down in the winter so I’m sure it’s more stunning the other three seasons. The house was well equipped and cozy and comfortable. We would love to come back in the Summer or Fall. The host was quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Lake Life

Beautiful property right on lake with a boat dock and a swimming dock. Very clean. Host easy to get ahold of and very nice. Marina and restaurant with live music couple doors down. Beds very comfortable. Just wish there was a TV in the upstairs bedroom. Other than that is was amazing.we stayed with 2 couples, me and my husband and another couple. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

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

Great views and perfect location to everything!

Great home for the four of us. It is located right off the main road so there is no curvy roads to wind around each time you ventured out. The views of the lake were magnificent from every deck. There are mature trees which provided shade at different times of the day. The dock provided lake access so we could paddle board everyday. We rented a boat three times from Lake Point Marina which was only 5 minutes from the house. Wonderful communication from the host with this charming home. If you are seeking a Main Channel home, ease of drive, close to a marina, 2 bedrooms with great views then this house is for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Christine, The four of you are just so wonderful. You treated our home with great repect. What a beautiful group! We won't forget those inflatable kayaks you brought along. Incredible. Come back soon we already miss you!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Lake access!

Our family stayed in this house while the rest of our family stayed in their local home for a family reunion…the house worked out very well for our needs and we all enjoyed our stay…the views were beautiful and the home was relatively clean. We were a bit concerned about the feeling of being monitored by cameras as we were contacted about “please don’t do this” and “please don’t do that”…we were obviously being watched. It was also apparent someone came into the house while we were gone as multiple personal and household items had been moved and rearranged.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
We are glad you enjoyed our home and all it has to offer! It's an amazing place for those it is intended for, a family of up to 5 or a married couple vacation. It is not for throwing parties and drunken disruption of this laid back, fun community as you were doing. You were reminded of this and asked kindly to respect our home and property, but you declined. Thus breaking the rental agreement, so your time with us came to an early end. We have many amazing repeat guest who love it here and we are always kind and repectful of them, we only ask the same. As such, we do wish you safe travels back to the East Coast, Godspeed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

We truly enjoyed our short getaway to this beautiful property. My husband and I were greeted by the owners Amanda and Chris and given a tour of the property and the features. The views were gorgeous! It was a very quiet setting. The house is meticulously maintained. Everything we needed was there with the exception of our groceries. Amanda and Chris gave us directions to the nearest stores and other locations such as restaurants and local tackle shops. They also kept in communication with us and let us know things happening in and around the area. It was a very relaxing stay! Thank you both for your hospitality! Laura and Eric P
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
We enjoyed meeting you too. Thank you for staying with us and taking such great care of the 🏡 You were wonderful guest such a delight to host you! Can't wait to see your Condo and visit your pride and joy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Amazing Lake Access!!!!

This house has amazing lake acess with 2 docks and a separate set of stairs to enter the water. One of the docks goes into deep water so you can jump right in! Its on a wide open part of the lake and there are two marinas very near by. I can not say enough about the backyard! The house is also nice and very clean. It was stocked with everything you need. There was enough soaps, trash bags, etc. to get you started for a longer stay. Very nice touch. The beds are very comfortable (soft beds). We enjoyed the local icecream parlor, Molly's, and also the pizza place. Pigeon Forge, Gatlinbur, Cade's Cove and zorbing are an easy and short drive away. If you've never been Cade's Cove is an absolute must visit. The house is exactly as advertised and we had a wonderful family vacation (Mom, dad and 2 teenagers)! If I had anything slightly less than positive to say it would be that house is right on the road. Road noise is not really an issue it was more that backing out of the driveway can be difficult at times. Having said that, we would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Smoky Mountain Lakefront Retreat

Our family of five, including kids aged 14, 12, and 9, spent three nights at this amazing lakefront property in late July, and it was everything we hoped for and more. The property itself was spotless, and the breathtaking lake and mountain views were truly unbeatable. Every morning, we enjoyed our coffee in the peaceful, serene surroundings—an experience we won't soon forget. Though the water level was a bit low for one dock, we had no issues swimming from the longer dock. It was a perfect spot for our daily dips. Since we stayed Monday through Wednesday, many local establishments were closed, which meant we practically had the enormous lake all to ourselves—talk about a private paradise! We made the most of our time by renting a boat one day and wave runners another, both easily arranged through nearby marinas. The hosts were incredibly responsive and ensured we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. After a fun-filled day on the lake, we loved relaxing upstairs with a movie, thanks to the streaming stick and reliable WiFi. A fun tip for future guests: bring some $1 and $5 bills for the jukebox. Our kids had a blast picking out songs—it was a hit! The parking is a little tricky off a busy road and turn, but we quickly got the hang of it. Overall, this property provided the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyndsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The No “Gathering Place”

House appeared clean upon arrival with nice views of lake. Parking is minimal and dangerous, house sits directly on main road. Visited on Labor Day weekend and fixed dock was inaccessible for docking a boat, even though it’s on the main channel of the lake. (Douglas is a reservoir and levels can change, just stating in review to give reference point.) I assume due to location, there is an extensive list of home rules that I wasn’t aware of until after I made the reservation or arrived at the home, for example thermostat is inaccessible to guest, any visitors must be pre-approved by owners (provide names and ages), no more than 2 bags of trash can be left on the property, you must take to a convenience center down the road if there is more (which is closed on Sundays and holidays, so plan ahead), pay a cleaning fee but leave the house as clean as was found upon arrival including sweeping floors, note: no dishwasher, no smoking on entire premises, not even outside 10+ feet from home, no shoes inside, there are more these just seemed to glare. (The listing has been updated to reflect some of these since our stay.) I admit, I should have diligently read home rules and cancelled the reservation once I saw them and I have learned my lesson. I had my parents over for the afternoon without notifying property owners and unbeknownst to me, my Dad was seen smoking by the road, property management called and ordered my family to evacuate, told us the owners were extremely upset with us. ** Be aware there are security cameras surrounding the outside of the home. Jokes totally on me for renting this property and therein agree to their terms. It was the most stressful vacation of my life, if we hadn’t paid so much to stay and rented a boat I would have left on the second night. I hope this saves someone else the trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Oh what a tangled web we weave, When first we practise to deceive! ~Sir Walter Scott. It's really a sad thing when people set out to deceive and attempt to harm others, as is the case with their reservation and this review. When the guest made the reservation she asked for a short 2 day stay, verifying only her and her husband would be coming for a romantic weekend and then asked for special circumstances be made to accommodate their small infant. Turned out, she had no intent to be honest and forthright during the reservation conversation for her true intent was to Party. Per our neighbors report, Her "many" visitors began to arrive early morning day two, bringing their bags and additional clothing with them. Saying, they were in and out of the house all day, smoking drinking and disturbing the peace, and infringing on the neighbors property. By late evening they had brought in their luggage and set a bonfire 🔥 and it was clear they had no intent to leave. Neighbors reported the police would be called if this matter was not taken care of. Owners verified the report and then directed management to have the party shut down. At that point they could have had the guest and their baby also vacate without refund, but again owners showed mercy. The guest review failed to mention for their couple only stay, how the owners bent over backwards providing specialty wine, dessert, towel swans, a romantic jacuzzi setting, bottled water, teas and even popcorn for movie night. This in addition to many other special touches with no additional charge being added. Our thermostat, it is a smart thermostat with comfortable pre-settings. Which is assessible to the guest and the husband verified on day one was perfect. The trash and cigarettes' debris was excessive due to their party and excessive cleaning was required. The trash convenience center directions are provided and they set their own days and hours. The lake levels are TVA and Mother Nature controlled. At the time of your reservation inquiry please ask where the level is and we will be glad to tell you. Our listing does reflect more information about this. VRBO community values are based on trust and respect. For these reasons, the guest had full knowledge that ALL visitors and guest must be fully disclosed. A written rental agreement contract is provided prior to making payment. She was provided a copy of our rules before signing them (the PDF is located on the reservation site, just click on it to open and read). Every homeowner sets rules for how they expect their property to be used and treated while rented, hotels and vacation cabins included. Our home is no different. As she herself stated, if this very young and inexperienced lady had just read and respected them without intentionally deceiving the owners and disrespecting their property she would have had an amazing time here and her and her husband really could of had that special romantic weekend. 💑 Godspeed to her.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ger R.

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

Owners were wonderful

House is exactly as advertised. We had some flight changes due to the hurricane. We reached out to the owner and asked to stay an additional night. They were very accommodating. Only downside is road noise but it's not terrible and honestly if you can't tell by the pictures it's on a main ish road that's not the owners fault. We will definitely stay again if we are in that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Yes that's just one of the best things people say about this home, it's central location. It's just off a two lane road that runs right along side the lake. When outside on the decks you can hear cars passing headed to the lake restaurants, sightseeing or such, but when inside during the day it's very quite. At night it's even more laid back, but just in case we have fans and sleep music available. Thanks for staying with us, we enjoyed meeting you and were so glad we could help.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

Cozy lake

We had a great stay at this lake house. The home was warm, cozy and comfortable. Location was convenient to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville. Property manager was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Beautiful Lakefront Property

My daughter is a college student in Knoxville and we always rent a VRBO when we come to town to visit her from Colorado. This time, her grandparents drove out to join us. This was a perfect place for the four of us to stay through the duration of our visit, and for her and her boyfriend to sleep over on the weekend when they didn't have classes. The views are amazing, the house is cozy... we will look into staying her again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

HEIDI C.

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

Just perfect!

We rented The Gathering Place as a surprise getaway for my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary, and are so glad we did. Not only is property is the cleanest we’ve stayed in during our many trips to the Smokies, but the best stocked. And what a view! Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mitch d.

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

Little piece of Heaven

JoAnne is a great host. I have been renting lakefront properties for over twelve years. This is the best place that I have ever been. Jo Anne is a great host!!! Can’t wait to come back! SOON!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Mitch and Becky.. The Lake is calling you. Come back this summer if you can, your family is so fun to host.. We'd love to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty E.

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

It was really great!

Very nice! Love the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Beautiful location!

We loved staying here! The property accommodations and amazing view were exactly as described. We stayed 5 nights and wish it could have been longer to enjoy everything the home and surrounding area offered. The owner was very helpful. A couple of minor things came up and she was prompt to resolve them. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

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