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Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dandridge, TN
  • Douglas Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Vermont Horse Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wilderness at the Smokies
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Downstairs living room

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom, upstairs

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs water closet

Toilet

Master bath, upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake

Beautiful updated home, year-round waterfront on Douglas Lake, near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & the Smokey Mountains. Relax in privacy on 3 lakefront acres with a private dock where you can bring your own watercraft! Enjoy a fully remodeled interior with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and entertaining spaces both upstairs and down. Unwind on the front porch, patio, or at the boat house, and enjoy the lake views, soak in the hot tub, or sit around the fire pit. Come see what lake life is all about!

The space
A very secluded property on the main channel of Douglas Lake, with all the comforts of home, including high-speed internet and good cell phone service. This premium location means that no matter what time of year it is, you will have private lake access.

Two bedrooms available upstairs - one is a master suite with a king bed. The other sleeps up to 5 on a queen bed and twin over full bunks. A full bathroom and laundry is available upstairs as well. The house features a full kitchen with all appliances, a large dining room with TV and Roku, with walk-out access to a huge front porch with a grill and outdoor dining area with gorgeous lake views.

Downstairs can sleep up to 4 on a full bed and twin over twin bunks. There are extra sleeping spaces for guests on an air mattress or in the sleeping niche under the stairs. A kitchenette and water closet means extra privacy and convenience for guests staying downstairs. Large comfortable couches, a smart TV, and plenty of games and books for entertainment are available for you downstairs, and you can walk out to a covered patio, complete with a seating area and 4 person hot tub (more comfortable for 2)!

Other entertaining spaces include a large front yard with views all around, and a wood burning fire pit under hand-built pergolas. There is a private boat house with comfortable patio seating, which overlooks the private boat dock and the secluded cove where there's plenty of fishing and deep water for swimming!

Guest access
The whole house is yours for the duration of your stay!

Other things to note
A grill is available for outside cooking. There is a private boat dock available for your use, and there are boat ramps within 15 minutes of the property. There are also several boat and watercraft rental locations within 10 minutes of the property.

Please note, this is a TVA controlled lake. The lake is kept full from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but is lowered the rest of the year. The boat dock may not be available when the lake is lowered, but you will still have lake views and access for tying up a boat and fishing.

PS - there's NOT enough room in the driveway to bring a boat and trailer. Please don't try!!!

Four Ring security cameras are located on the outside of the home, and only view the driveway, the back yard, the patio door and the side leading to the neighbors. This provides extra security in a remote rural environment. Cameras DO NOT view the hot tub, the boat dock or inside the home.

Property manager

Michael R Markham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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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
No smoking inside OR outside.
The first and last names of all adult guests (18+) on the reservation must be provided. Any additional guests are subject to additional fees.
Vehicles may not be pulled into the yard for parking or turning around. Guests will be asked to depart the premises with no refund available.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dandridge

Located in Dandridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Douglas Lake and popular attractions include Wilderness at the Smokies and Soaky Mountain Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Lions Park and Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dandridge, TN

What's nearby

  • Douglas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Vermont Horse Park - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Forbidden Caverns - 24 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo - 38 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 40 min drive - 42.2 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Angelos At The Point - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪China 1 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront Retreat on Douglas Lake located?

This family-friendly Dandridge holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Douglas Lake and Vermont Horse Park. Commonwealth Dandridge and Lewis Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

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

Lovely Home

Beautiful house with adequate space. The view was gorgeous.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

H D.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

This is a beautiful property, secluded but close enough to neighbors if needed. I planned to have family in a place where we where able to spend quality time together on the property. This fully met my expectations. Close enough to see the sights or stay in.aenjoy the property
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Just what the Dr ordered

Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley K.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved everything about our stay. The house is just as described in the listing. The host stayed in touch and was easy to get ahold of for any questions. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

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

Perfect Lakeside Getaway

This is my family's 3rd trip to Douglas Lake, and this was by far the best vacation spot! The house was beautiful, well-stocked, and very clean, But the property is what sets this location apart - a beautiful backyard, dock and a fantastic boathouse complete with a ceiling fan! Our family of 7 had a blast and are looking forward to returning next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny A.

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

Decent property / Great host.

Remote with narrow / slightly long and slightly steep gravel driveway but still good overall due to privacy. Very good water access but sometime in the very near future the steps / boat / covered lake house area will need shoring up due to erosion and weathering and will be a safety concern very soon if not already. Plus hot tub leaked but no other concerns. For the price, we would stay again. Host was very obliging and good to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britta H.

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

Perfect lake house

Our stay was perfect! Its close enough to enjoy Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg but also far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet. We absolutely loved being on the water! It was so warm and all ages enjoyed themselves. The owners have thought of everything at the house and have everything to make your visit enjoyable! We definitely recommend and would come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Fun family get away

Cozy and livable. Almost everything we needed was there, so I had way over packed. Loved that the dinning table sat 10 so we could enjoy family meals before heading down to the dock. The dock house was a great place to have morning coffee and keep an eye on the kids while they fish and swam. Communicating with the owners was quick and helpful. 15 minutes to Food City and 5 minutes from a convenience market. Will definitely be back to this location. It’s perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

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

Lake House Perfection!

This summer, we opted to stay closer to home to avoid a long drive to the beach. I’m so glad we did! Our first experience renting a lake house couldn’t have gone any better. I picked this place based on the listing, but the photos don’t do it justice. It’s way better in person! While our group was small, there’s room here for a larger family or two families, etc. The stairs down to the lake weren’t as bad as I thought they’d be. The house is tastefully decorated, like a lake house should be, not trying too hard. (The house plants helped me miss my own a little less!) There are tons of games, cards, corn hole, etc., available, and the book selection was spot on. The lake was beautiful and peaceful, not like some lakes I’ve been on that seem crowded and/or dirty. Even though we visited in June (not the best fishing weather, so hot), we caught fish off the dock: drum, smallmouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Because it was so hot, we played and floated in the water quite a bit. The boat house is great! Dandridge is a good spot, too, if you want to travel (hour or less) to hit tourist spots like Bush’s Bean Museum, Forbidden Caverns, or drive on into Pigeon Forge. I’m convinced this location is the best spot on the lake. Our hosts were quick to respond any time I had a question, which wasn’t often, as the home was well equipped and check in and out was easy. Thank you for sharing your lake house! We hope to visit again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Peaceful relaxing vacation spot!!!

Owner was great to deal with! Checked on us to make sure all was well etc. Very clean…just as described!!!! My family wants me to book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylan J.

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

The lake house

One of the best stays we’ve had in Tennessee! The house and lake are absolutely beautiful! The owners were very accommodating and always responded quickly. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddie E.

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

Private and Quiet

We had a great time! The property is at the end of a private road. We felt like there were no other people around us for miles. The boat docks and boat house are a little walk away and some stairs, but nothing that would deter us from renting again. Mike checked in with us during the week to make sure things were going well. It was better than the pictures make it look!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Peace and quiet

The property was even more beautiful then the pictures do it justice. Everything from check in to check out was flawless. The house is on a point with neighbors to each side but you wouldn't even know it. Its located remote enough for solidarity but close enough to town that you dont have to worry about forgetting things. The kitchen had the perfect amount of essentials to grab food for the house or bbq. The boat house allowed great relaxing time while the kids swam and fished. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and hot tub listening to the rain fall one evening. For our 1st VRBO experience we couldnt have been more please with the host or the property. We've already discussed a return trip with another family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We had an amazing time! House was equipped very well! The entire house was clean and fresh! Peaceful and had beautiful views! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B., Montpelier USA

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

Great Base for a Fishing Vacation

Wonderful home with great views from many rooms and full length lanai. Well furnished and great place to relax after a day of fishing. Easy launching boat from Dandrige public dock just across lake and then tying up at property's dock during our stay. Enjoyed fire pit and the wildlife: raccoon, fox, eagle, deer, wild turkey... Lagniappe was catching 10 bass including two 4 pounders in 2 days of fishing at spots very close to property. Hope to return some day soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Fishing Trip

House was listed as described! Owners are easy to work with and go above and beyond to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Having a dock for our boats with access to power are essential for our trip. Other plus is the internet reliability and speed. I would recommend to anyone looking for a great place on Lake Douglas.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry E.

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

Great vacation

The property had everything we needed for our week long stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

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

Great getaway!

We recently rented for a spring break family vacation. The listing was just as described. Plenty of space for our family of 5. Bunk beds in two rooms was a huge plus, and provided sleeping options for picky kids. The home was super clean and stocked with plenty of towels and linens. The views were amazing! Even though the lake was down (as expected for winter/early spring) the kids had lots of fun fishing and playing on the rocks. The yard was great for yard games, too. All and all, highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W., Westchester ohio

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

Beautiful relaxing spot

This is an amazing property. We had such a wonderful time relaxing at the boat house. Home has everything you need. Close proximity to many things to do in the area and still feel like you're not in the tourist area. Really feels quite and remote.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

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

Amazing!

We loved our stay at this VRBO. The owner explained everything very thoroughly and the house had everything we needed. Our kids loved swimming off the dock and playing with the outside toys! We will definitely come back to this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clint M., Lima

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

Good memories

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the porch and lake house and kayaked in the lake and swam. We also used the nice fire ring. The lake views were very beautiful!!! It was very relaxing; no complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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

Our Tennessee Vacation

This property was perfect for our family! We had lots of privacy with our own swimming cove, boat house and dockage for our two boats! Our single son couldn't fit in the Sleeping Niche, so he slept on the sofa and used the niche under the stairs for his bags. The sleeping niche is for a small child, not for a 40 year old man! LOL
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nichole W.

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

A Great Lake House

Wow! This place was amazing. The owners were very responsive, the house was super clean and we loved the boat house by the lake that was stocked with floats and lake toys. The driveway wasn’t a big deal and we drove up and down it just fine in our minivan. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Fishing Trip

The house was clean and ready for us! Prefect spot to keep the boat docked in the water to fish throughout the day. Driveway can be an experience but nothing of concern if you following the owners instructions. Internet is top notch, no issues streaming on multiple TVs and great for wifi calling. The owners are friendly and very responsive! Enjoyed the stay very much and we will be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

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

Amazing private getaway

We had such a great time relaxing this Thanksgiving at this private lake house. The house itself was beautiful, spacious for our party of 8, with plenty of comfy sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Michael R Markham

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Mike is a retired Boeing aerospace engineer and Sue is a retired teacher/realtor/Uber driver! Relocated from St. Louis.

Why they chose this property

This property is unique in that it gets you both privacy and main channel lake living near the Smoky Mountains. The house has been beautifully renovated with custom finishes. It is comfortable, clean, and modern. It's a wonderful home for either a romantic trip or a family vacation with lots of entertaining and gathering spaces. The property itself is 3 acres of seclusion with no full-time neighbors. You can really relax!

What makes this property unique

Main channel of Douglas Lake with a private boat dock. You can bring your own boat or rent one nearby. PS - there's NOT enough room in the driveway to bring a boat and trailer. Please don't try! A boat house with comfortable patio furniture invites you to relax by the water. A fire pit under a hand-built pergola is a wonderful place to gather and toast marshmallows for s'mores. Wood is furnished.

Languages:

English

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