Lakefront Cottage in the Smoky Mountains

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Welcome to lakefront living in the Great Smoky Mountains!

Go swimming, kayaking, or fishing in the Jon boat

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Amenities
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Location
Host

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 289 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Tallassee, TN

Laurel Valley Golf Course34 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)40 min drive
Cades Cove61 min drive
Cades Cove Visitor Center66 min drive

This cottage was so wonderful to celebrate mine and my husbands 7th wedding anniversary. Trieu was incredibly responsive...

Haley M.

Oct 22, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Living room

1 Double Futon

Sunroom

2 Single Beds

Sunroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

You're about to enjoy one of the best kept secrets of the South - the Lake in the Sky. A beautiful lake is hidden away on the border of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park right off the Foothills Parkway, on top of a Tennessee Mountain. This private cottage gets you on the water and offers your own private dock on a quiet lake (free of noisy motorized watercraft), tucked into a cozy cove. For the adventurer, you are walking distance to a trailhead to backcountry hiking on world class hiking trails of the GSMNP. After kayaking and fishing in the water or exploring the wilderness, you can grill out in your private backyard, reflect with wine on the dock, or tell stories by the fire pit.

The house can only accommodate up to two adults and two kids, with a queen bed, and two stackable twin beds, and a queen-size sleeper sofa. Full kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, heat/AC, elevated screened porch for fantastic lake views over breakfast, and a beautiful bifold glass door downstairs that opens directly to the private lake. To help you enjoy the gas-motor free lake, there is a Jon boat with electric trolling motor, kayaks (one two seater with one additional kid seat that can be added, and two kid kayaks for a total of 3 kayaks). There are games, books, and 3 Smart TVs for those times you choose to stay inside in front of the fire.

The cottage sits on the Lake in the Sky and offers all of the modern conveniences needed to get away but stay connected.

We ask that guests respect the community-mandated quiet time after 10 PM to ensure that all can enjoy the peaceful setting.

Property manager

Trieu S.

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No parties, events, loud music, or loud noises allowed on premises. Quiet Hours from 10:00pm to 7:00am

No illegal substances allowed on premises.

Pick up before check out. Do your dishes, clean out the fridge, and take out the trash. There are two trash bins behind storage shed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Tallassee

Located in Tallassee, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tellico Lake and Tuckaleechee Caverns, while Capitol Theatre and Palace Theater are cultural highlights. 411 Biker Depot and Tube Junction are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tallassee, TN

What's nearby

Laurel Valley Golf Course - 34 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 35 min drive
Cades Cove - 61 min drive
Cades Cove Visitor Center - 66 min drive
Abrams Falls - 67 min drive

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

Espresso Events - 21 min drive
The Barn - 36 min drive
Laurel Valley Restaurant - 35 min drive
Friendly Farm - 28 min drive
Smoky Mountain Amateur Radio - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage in the Smoky Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage in the Smoky Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage in the Smoky Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage in the Smoky Mountains located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Capitol Theatre, Palace Theater and Maryville College. Tellico Lake and Rockey Branch Bluegrass Community Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sharolyn S.

6 May 2024

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

Welcome home!

My husband is from the area and this was perfect for a mini family reunion. Ages 95 to 4 years enjoyed a lovely picnic lunch and hubby caught a fish! The remaining time was spent on the lake or walking in the area. The neighbors were very friendly, we arrived after dark, the house wasn’t well lit but they helped us. We loved the quirky house, my 5’11 man was able to shower without incident, although hit his head going down the stairs. I was disappointed there was not a laundry available, although I might have misunderstood.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

19 Mar 2024

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

Smokey Mountain cottage

We loved our stay at your cabin. Went fishing almost every day and caught many different types of fish!! The geese on the lake are wonderful and very funny. The cabin is well equipped and the fireplaces on both levels made our evenings quite cozy :) Thanks for sharing your home.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley M., Knoxville

22 Oct 2023

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This cottage was so wonderful to celebrate mine and my husbands 7th wedding anniversary. Trieu was incredibly responsive and helpful. We spent all our time on the dock fishing and even got the John boat out one morning. The shower is tricky but manageable. Thank you for sharing this little bit of paradise!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

21 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful

I was just looking to get away and the place was perfect. It was quiet and peaceful. The lake and views are beautiful.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R., O'Fallon, IL, USA

6 Aug 2023

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

Great little cabin to get away from it all

My wife and I stayed here for a week and enjoyed our time. It was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. Owners is very responsive and friendly. Highly recommended If you are looking for a quiet getaway!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Trieu S.

We're a pair of sisters/husbands raising our families in Knoxville. We all instantly fell in love with this cozy little cottage and thought it'd be a wonderful place to adventure and relax with our kids. Once we got in there, we thought it's only fair to share such a uniquely magical hideaway with you. And here you are! We're so excited for you to see what all it has to offer, inside and out.

Why they chose this property

This place checks every box. From the tiny community, the private water access, 25 minutes to restaurants and shopping in Maryville, and the fact that this is one of the few places on Earth where you can simultaneously enjoy scenic altitudes and relaxing lake life, how could we say no? We're a diverse group with interests in everything from art to outdoor adventures, and this place delivers endless inspiration and access to nature. Perfect.

What makes this property unique

While a lot of places like ours can offer proximity to the water, our place gives you actual private access and your own dock, as well as a fishing boat (with trolling motor), a pair of solo kayaks for kids and a bigger kayak that seats two adults and a child. The house has 3 large flatscreen tv's for all your streaming, an elevated screen porch (perfect for breakfast, sunset and everything in-between), a fire pit and outside seating, a full kitchen with dishwasher, brand new AC/Heat, and an array of games for the young (or young at heart).

The most unique benefit of this cabin, simply put, is its dynamic scope of possibilities. Whether you're trying to leave the world behind or grab for more of it, you will find it here in this truly unique escape.