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HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM

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"The deck with the TV and hot-tub was everyone's favorite place to hang out at. It was just comfy with the fire pit/fire table. Thanks again Michelle & Rocky for making our stay so enjoyable! Your house is our favorite now!" -Mickie (March 2023)
No Wake Zone - PacMan, Pool Table/Air Hockey, wet bar, and card table. Sleeper sofa sectional - Queen extra thick mattress.
Large Amish live edge table
Enjoy our HELO steam sauna as it helps improve circulation, reduces muscle soreness, joint pain, clears skin, reduces stress, provides respiration relief (especially congestion) & aids in workout recovery. Essentially the moist heat helps to relax the body
Relax in the Hot Tub while still being able to watch TV and be surrounded by nature.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 17411.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Smithville, TN
  • Center Hill Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rock Island State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Burgess Falls State Park
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Captain's Quarters (TV & gas Fireplace)

1 King Bed

Chef's Quarters (TV)

1 King Bed

First Mate's Retreat (TV)

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Living Area

2 Double Sofa Beds

No Wake Zone

1 Double Sofa Bed

Stowaway

1 King Bed

Surf's Up (TV)

1 Crib, 1 King Bed and 2 Child Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Captain's Quarter Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First Mate's Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom on Main Floor

Toilet

No Wake Zone/Keeping It Reel Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM

It's time to relax & retreat!! ☀️There is no better place than the pristine beautiful waters of Center Hill Lake in Smithville, Tennessee! "Lake Escape" Vacation house is at the end of a dead end road offering secluded privacy surrounded by nature. This little slice of Heaven is perfect for family and friends gatherings. It truly is an OASIS of a home and the location is perfect! Enjoy relaxing on one of the decks with plenty of seating for everyone, outdoor grill, hot tub, pool table, sauna, kayaks, fire pit, and more!! Primitive ramp & large BEACH area, below house with access to launch small boats; located minutes between Pates Ford & Four Seasons/SLIGO Marinas.

This home sleeps 17 comfortably in five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. Kitchen is fully stocked with anything you may need and seating for everyone around the dinner table! 'No Wake Zone' family room has a pool table and large sectional perfect for making memorable movie nights.

Only steps down to the water! We provide four kayaks and life jackets for your use. Boat ramp for small fishing boats and jet skis beside home. Launch your boat at Pate's Ford Marina (Home of WAKEFEST 🏄🏼‍♀️🌊🏄‍♂️) just five minutes down the road, and grab dinner at Fishlipz while watching bands from Nashville perform!

The main level of this cozy home features large windows, a large fireplace, a kitchen fit for your chef of the family, 1/2 bath, two queen sleeper sofas, a large dining table with seating for 17, two TVs, a large over-sized deck, and 'Chef's Quarters' bedroom with a comfortable king bed and stunning views!!

Upstairs features 'No Wake Zone', a family room complete with Uncle T's Corner (perfect spot for playing games), a Pool Table, large queen sleeper sofa, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, and ice maker, electronic fireplace, morning balcony for coffee 'Crow's Nest', full bathroom with combo tub/shower, and 'Surf's Up' bedroom with cozy king bed.

Downstairs floor features a full bathroom with tub/shower combo, laundry, 'First Mate's Retreat' bedroom with large king bed, printer and desk for working, and XL twin bed (available for set up upon request). 'Captain's Quarters' Master Bedroom features a gas fireplace, comfortable king bed, and master bathroom complete with double shower heads and a sauna! Access to the Hot Tub and Deck through both bedrooms. Located through the master bedroom is the 'Stowaway' bedroom complete with a large king bed.

Over-sized Decks spans off the main living area and downstairs bedrooms appointed with a large gas grill, furniture, hot tub, and mini fridge! Fire pit outside with firewood provided on us! The Perfect Weekend Getaway!

Games at Lake Escape: We have a pool table and air hockey game on top floor; we are in the process of acquiring an arcade game. We keep three sets of Corn Hole Boards and bags at the house, along with these inside games: Standard Deck of Cards, ROOK, UNO, PHASE-10, Five Crowns, Rummikub, Pictionary, Game of Things, Monopoly (Murfreesboro Edition), Mexican Train Dominoes, LRC (Wild Edition), Candy Land Board, JENGA, Dirty Minds (17+), & Cards Against Humanity (Recommend Adults Only).

CONCIERGE SERVICES AVAILABLE For a Fee. No request is too much! We can help add a special touch such as chocolates, flowers, or wine while you get the credit!

Early check-in and late checkout are based on availability and require approval, and may be subject to an additional fee.

Property manager

Michelle
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 3:00 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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours 10pm-8am, No Parties, Groups more than 8 must contact us before booking, No Pets,
Shoes off in home to keep carpets clean, Must sign our rental agreement,
No 3rd Party Bookings, Must be 21 yrs of age, Ring Cameras Located at Entry Door and Driveway

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Falcon Rest Mansion and Gardens and Black House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Smithville Golf Club and Cotten's Marina. 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

  • Center Hill Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rock Island State Park - 31 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Tennessee Tech University - 63 min drive - 65.3 km
  • Fall Creek Falls State Park - 65 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 72 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hillcrest Restaurant - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Central View Market & Grill - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Center Hill Restaurant & Motel - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Barbara's Cedar House Restaurant - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Midnight Express - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HotTUB| Sauna| 5 KINGs| Arcade| Kayaks| Lake+Beach| Sleeps 17|Fire Features| PFM located?

This family-friendly Smithville holiday home is located on the beach, just steps away from Center Hill Lake and Caney Fork River. Rock Island State Park and Joe L Evins Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

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

Awesome retreat

Large, multilevel, comfortable, well equipped, fun, georgeous view, quiet, fine attention to detail was appreciated, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Lake Vacation

Michelle and Rocky were wonderful hosts, very informative regarding local restaraunts, waterfalls etc... The house is well stocked with everything you need, beds were very comfortable. We will definitely be back to centerhill lake,
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi H.

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

Memorial Day Funtabulous

Eight adults and four very small children had a fantastic day with everyone, enjoying full privacy or full interaction. House fully thought out to make our stay everything we could have imagined. Rocky and Michelle are true hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great getaway

Rocky and Michelle are great hosts and added many personal touches. The location was quiet and relaxing. There are plenty of places to have your own space, indoors or out. Also nice gathering areas for meals and fellowship.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Outstanding hosts!

This is hands down the nicest home this group of friends has stayed in on our annual nature time/game playing/ and relaxing focused girls trip. The spaces throughout the inside and outside of the house are warm and comfortable. But, the owners’ hospitality really takes this a step above. There were lovely, welcoming touches everywhere from coffee and tea to snacks to seasonal decor and excellent communication! Just a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

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

Lake Escape is Great!

First impression- cleanliness, Second impression- so well stocked, we felt right at home. There is nothing you could think of that they had not supplied. The owners were great to work with, Communication with Michelle was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shay D.

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

Lake House Stay

Medium size group of friends and family stayed at the lake house this place is awesome a little scary coming in at night at end of road it’s steep at the drive lol but it was so much fun! We love this place the hose was perfect for our group so may place to gather and do your own thing. The hot tub was awesome and the decks were great!!! We went down to the lake a couple of time it’s beautiful down there pretty steep so definitely drive unless your in good shape😁. There are a lot of things to do around the area we went to Nashville mainly but did venture out to sight see and shop. Highly recommend this VRBO it is very well stocked and clean. Thank you for opening your home to all of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

The best lakehouse experience ever!

The lakehouse was so enjoyable to us! We all had plenty of space to relax! The kitchen was so well stocked and served our love of nourishing our family the way we like to do! We enjoyed the grill and many other appliances! The hot tub was soothing outdoors and beautiful trees just capped off the experience! The sauna was enjoyed daily by several! The accommodations were above and beyond with King size beds so comfortable everyone slept well! The grandkids were entertained by all the amenities! The game room had plenty of fun activities for a wide range of ages! All the fireplaces kept us comforted and relaxed! The firepits on the decks and in the outdoor area were enjoyed by all! The s’mores and waffle accommodations were fun and festive! We rented a pontoon boat and actually were sent a pic of us on it by the lakehouse owners! We loved keeping in communication with them! They love lakes and lakehouse and family time like we do! They were incredibly helpful and accommodating to us! We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to return! It was by far the best experience most enjoyable hospitable vacation our family has soaked up the lakehouse life!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Beautiful Home!

We stayed here for our annual friend-cation and loved it! Michelle and Rocky were VERY responsive and answered any and all questions I had. The house was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with spices and cooking supplies (and clearly labeled). My only warning for others who might make the same mistake I did and not read the posting well enough (this is NOT a reflection of the hosts/property) is that this house does not have direct access to the lake from the yard. You do have to go down a short road to get to a gravel court with access to put a boat/kayaks in the water. The house is at the end of the court, but the road to get down to the lake is very, very steep. We were able to still go down to the court and hang out and be in the lake, but this is definitely more of a house for people with a boat or strictly in the water activities only, not people who want to be able to lounge by the lake. With that being said, this house still gets a 5 star review in my book. The sauna was a nice touch and all of the outdoor spaces to hang out were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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We purchased "Lake Escape" Vacation House, after spending almost every weekend for years, on our houseboat located on CHL. Rock'n Sunshine rentals have attempted to make our home experience mimic one similar to staying at your grandparents and/or favorite aunt/uncle's home. We ourselves are a blended family, with five grown children (& spouses)and 26 grandchildren, who love spending time at the lake.

Why they chose this property

To offer a weekend getaway for our families and others looking for a peaceful retreat! We have attempted to make our home experience mimic one similar to staying at your grandparents, and/or your favorite aunt or uncles home. We ourselves are a blended family with five grown children (& spouses) and grandchildren,who love spending time at the lake.

Center Hill Lake, is an hour east of Nashville. Located in beautiful Smithville, at the foothills of East Tennessee, you will love the privacy, waterfalls and views of one of the best lakes in Tennessee. Just a short drive away from Nashville, Cookeville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. There are many destinations to hike, canoe, kayak, boat, wake surf, shop and visit state parks, just minutes away from Lake Escape. Additionally, there are nine super quaint wineries and/or breweries in the upper Cumberland area, most of which are a short drive away.

What makes this property unique

There is room for everyone at Lake Escape!! We sleep 17 people comfortably in FIVE KING size beds, and three queen sleeper sofas (extra thick mattresses), and one XL twin (located in First Mate's Retreat). We have made this home a reflection of our lives growing up on the lake, every piece of decor has a story behind it. We made it a priority to have a dining table big enough for everyone to eat at, because we believe the most meaningful times are spent around the dinner table, talking to family and playing card games. Making memories to last a lifetime! (We also provide some lake supply rentals, please ask us about inventory & pricing)

Only steps down to the water! We provide four kayaks and life jackets for your use. Beach area to lake, below house. Boat ramp for small fishing boats and jet skis beside home. Launch your boat at Pate's Ford Marina (Home of WAKEFEST) just five minutes down the road, and grab dinner at Fishlipz while watching bands from Nashville perform!

Early check-in and late checkout are based on availability and require approval, and may be subject to an additional fee.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests