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PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE

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Hurricane Marina across Lake at night
Lake views from the comfort of your rocking chair
Deck with rockers for relaxing after a day on beautiful Center Hill Lake
View from deck toward Hurricane Bridge
House and lake from entry gate

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Smithville, TN
  • Center Hill Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Burgess Falls State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE

** GATED 500 FEET OF LAKE VIEW ON 5 ACRES **
Three bedroom, log home built from hand hewn logs. Breathtaking view of 65 mile long Center Hill Lake and surrounding hills in the Heart of beautiful Middle Tennessee on 5+ acres very private gated property at the end of a small community road. Located near Hurricane Marina

A Lifetime movie was filmed here in 2003 and is now being shown. The name of the movie is 'No Regrets' so watch your TV listings for show times or order from Netflix. We have also had a recent Vice President and his family spend some of their vacation time here.

The home is a two-story, private dwelling with 12-foot high picture windows across the lake side of the house. The great-room has a large living, dining, and kitchen area with 24-foot vaulted ceilings, and a massive fieldstone fireplace. Great room has a new large sofa with built in cell phone chargers for relaxing while you watch 55 inch, QLED smart TV from the sofa.
One downstairs Twin bedroom with half bath. Upstairs has two bedrooms and a full bath.

One bedroom has a King bed and the other has a Queen bed. Aero Beds are available for two more guests--the kids love them! A large deck with rocking chairs, many marinas nearby for boating, water-skiing, and fishing. Water ski instruction is available at some docks. Pets are NOT allowed; no smoking. No children under 12, and no parties or weddings without owner approval.

Restaurants are at most marinas and in Smithville and Cookeville. Try the new restaurant at Hurricane Marina. Many types of boats are available for rent at most marinas. Hikers and nature lovers enjoy the numerous state parks nearby including 'Fall Creek Falls State Park', with the highest falls east of the Rockies, and 'South Cumberland State Park'. Hike to the many 'water falls' in this park and see the 'Great Stone Door.' Burgess Falls is also nearby and can be reached by boat on Center Hill Lake. Horseback riding is available in Cookeville. Don’t miss “Bluegrass Underground” in the Cumberland Caverns, plays in Crossville on
the Cumberland Plateau. Also Smithville Jamboree 4th of July week. In late October, when the leaves are beautiful, go “Off the Beaten Path”, a
great way to Christmas shop, beautiful works of art available, or you can enjoy a great fire in the fireplace or both!

For country music fans, Nashville is less than an hour's drive. Appalachian Center for Crafts is only three miles. For those who like to antique there are many shops in the area. Cookeville is only 20 minutes away and has many large chain stores and restaurants.

I have been with VRBO for over 18 years and have one complaint. Also look at all my Reviews and they will tell you how I do business in the correct way.


Keywords: Private Home

Property manager

Bill Wright
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Small parties and weddings allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please observe house rules in the house when you arrive.
Please treat house and equipment as your own Please call Maudine Neal, our housekeeper of 18 years, 24 hours before arrival at 931. 743.2589

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Small parties and weddings allowed
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Smithville Golf Club and Edgar Evins Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area and Edgar Evins State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Smithville, TN

What's nearby

  • Caney Fork River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Center Hill Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Edgar Evins State Park - 32 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 42 min drive - 47.6 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rose Garden Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Jalisco Mexican Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Webb's Pharmacy, Gifts, & Soda Fountain - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PANORAMIC VIEW BEST VIEW ON CENTER HILL LAKE located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Caney Fork River and Center Hill Lake. Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

Amazing view

This cabin was very cozy, had great views, and was perfect for our trip! You are out on a bluff, with deep drop offs, so you can see for miles. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stace F.

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

Family tradition

This is our fourth trip to this beautiful cabin. Our family loves everything about it! The simplistic charm coupled with the breathtaking views always makes the perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas J.

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

Hidden Treasure!

My family and I were so happy with our week-long stay at the house. The views were extraordinary and the property manager was wonderful dealing with my questions. This is the place to go if you want to get away from it all for a week or so and completely disconnect....While still having great internet! Amazing! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stace F.

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

Our favorite fall getaway

There is nothing else like the charm of this cozy log cabin nestled in the trees overlooking the beautiful lake! It’s our family’s favorite fall getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre S.

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

Gorgeous views

It was the perfect place for a girls weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gorgeous Lake Views

This home has the most spectacular lake views. The kitchen is well stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Birthday weekend getaway

Super easy to access, ample parking, and you can't find a better view of Center Hill Lake anywhere else - absolutely gorgeous. We spent most of our time on the back porch every morning and evening soaking in the views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Amazing view!

The view is wonderful along with the location. Maudine is amazing to work with. Highly recommend. We have stayed her before and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Excellent

We love this place!! The view is outstanding and the house is so quant. The boat dock is minutes away. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amié B.

Peaceful

Our family had a wonderful week in this log home! It was nice, private, clean, and well kept. It was really close to the marina, which allowed us the ability to rent a boat for two days to enjoy the beautiful lake. We would definitely come back and highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christian L., Nashville, TN

Great place!

My family and another couple have rented this home on two different occasions and couldn't be more pleased. The view from the back porch is stunning, and the floor-to-ceiling windows make it even more spectacular. It has every ammenity you could want and is very comfortable. In addition, the owners - although we've never met in person - are extremely kind and helpful. Great place!

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Beautiful

The house was amazing!! The view spectacular!! Susan was so nice to deal with! We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

william h.

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

Family 2020

Great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Maryville

Great Getaway!

Loved the Cabin, rustic and comfortable, incredible view, never had the tv on and tuned out to the world. I grew up on Center Hill Lake so this getaway brought back many memories. I will return! Scott
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura A., NASHVILLE, TN, USA

Secluded, quiet vacation with incredible view

We loved our stay here! It's a truly unique home with an incredible view of Center Hill Lake. We loved taking walks in the neighborhood, enjoying the rocking chairs and taking in the views of the beautiful lake and all of the boating activity. It's private, peaceful, and exactly what we needed. We didn't leave the house for the first two days of our stay, we were perfectly content where we were. Thank you Susan, for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tailor B.

Perfect View

End of the road seclusion, great fire place and back porch. If you are looking for an updated cabin this is not it, kinda rustic and the view just makes it magical. Wonderful host and very responsive. No issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David T., Columbia, MO

David, Columbia, MO

Very special place, the cabin in and of itself was super cool, great kitchen for cooking in, great tv/satellite set up for watching football and movies. With that said, even if the cabin was terrible, the views are some of the best you'll ever come across. Feels like you are kind of at the end of the world.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Absolutely perfect

I should have written this last year when we stayed here but time got away. This was the most awesome home to relax in with the best view of the lake. Very private. We visited when my brother in law was graduating from Glass blowing and the whole family rented several homes and everyone loved ours the best and all wanted to be with us the entire time. Thanks for sharing your home with us and we will return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane R., Seattle

Inspiring Views from a Private, Cozy Retreat

Cannot imagine a more ideal place to celebrate Christmas (or any other day of the year!). My daughters and I spent 3 days at Susan's welcoming home. The picture windows overlooking the lake allow you to feel like you are outside vs indoors. The decor and furnishings are comfortable while creating an authentic TN log home feel. The best equipped kitchen of the 10+ VRBO homes we've rented; with reliable Wi-Fi. All tucked away on a bluff with a 280-degree lake view that is restorative and inspiring. Susan has anticipated guest needs and generously equipped this home for a family to enjoy while unwinding together. Thank you Susan for sharing this special place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Exceeded all expectations!

We rented this beautiful cabin for a week based on the pictures alone. But let me say, that the pictures do not do it justice. This place is INCREDIBLE! And much larger than the pics lead you to believe. We actually held our wedding ceremony in front of the fireplace and it couldn't have been more perfect! The photographers called the cabin "their dream location" because of all the nature lighting from the huge windows. The views are spectacular and our families cannot stop talking about it. The owners were extremely helpful and friendly. The cabin itself is fully stocked and it has such a homey, comfy feel that we didn't want to leave! We hope to return for every anniversary!

6/10 Okay

Paul F., Indiana

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

Nice house

House is very nice and the view is gorgeous. Here Lakefront means the property is on the lake. You can not get to the lake from the house. The only way to get to the lakefront of the property is by boat and you still cannot step on the property from the lake. The pictures are accurate. Where you see grass is the only part of the 5-7 acres that can be accessed. The shower tile and soap trays were not very clean. The soap dishes all had previously used bar soap left out for us to use. There is no Washer, dryer or hair dryer in this house as listed in amenities. I looked after we got home and under general it says to ask owner about washer/dryer. Grill was dirty and and grill brush available was completely worn down to the plastic. Knowing all this now if we come back we will be prepared for the negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann D.

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

WHAT A VIEW!

This was our first time booking with VRBO. The booking was flawless, communicating with the Host was super easy and they were very quick to reply whenever I had a question. The location of the cabin was crazy beautiful! I could have just sat on the outside porch in the rocking chair forever...! Weather was gorgeous on the dates were there...The kitchen was absolutely HUGE and well stocked with everything we needed...the beds were very comfortable. The fireplace was beautiful, warm and welcoming...being from Florida, it was such a treat to sit by the fire and enjoy the peace and quiet...many times I would sit out on the back porch and you would hear nothing but crickets...no loud noises, no sirens, nothing! I was in heaven. I have never seen so many stars in the sky either! Gorgeous....we also got a chance to use the gas grill, it worked beautifully....the Host graciously offered early check in as well, a definite bonus...getting to the cabin took us through a beautiful neighborhood, the neighbors were nice and quiet and the cabin was behind a gate...If I had a question, I was able to reach out to Maudine and the couple of calls I made to her with questions were answered promptly...thank you Maudine! The cabin was very rustic, old fashioned and true country decor...the staircase was absolutely gorgeous...but the thing that sold me was the VIEW....We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Much needed rest and relaxation

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Spectacular views.

Spacious, well equipped kitchen. Well worth staying at.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Anniversary

All went smoothy, no problems. Cabin was gorgeous and the location, wow just wow. Breathtaking beauty all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bill Wright

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I live in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl. I am from Tennesee and was raised in Johnson City and Nashville. I have lived in New York, New Jersey, Michigan,and several other south eastern states. I have 3 grown children, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. We all love the lake and the unique log home with the breathtaking view.

Why they chose this property

We love Tennesse and Center Hill Lake because of the beauty of the area. It is peaceful but not far from more activity if you would choose to go to Nashville for the day or to Knoxville.

We had always wanted a log house and we were so happy when one of our children found the house for us. Once we saw the view and the house we knew it was for us and our family to enjoy when we are not renting for others to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

The beautiful setting that gives us the use of the lake for swimming or a chance to go boating, golfing and hiking on the beautiful Tennessee trails. Just sitting on the deck watching the wildlife and enjoying the view is a treat.

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