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Robert's Retreat | Fireplace, Lake Access + Dock!

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Welcome to Robert's Retreat
Fire Pit | Exterior
Living Room
Sunroom
Living Room
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6198 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Dandridge, TN
  • Popular LocationDouglas Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationForbidden Caverns12 min drive
  • AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)24 min drive
  • Popular LocationWilderness at the Smokies30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Screened Porch

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Robert's Retreat | Fireplace, Lake Access + Dock!

Robert’s Retreat is a one of a kind home. Both the interior and the screened porch feature tongue and groove hardwood floors. When you walk into the home, the main floor is an open living space with an “Ohhhh, so comfortable!” feel around you. Center front is a wood-burning fireplace with a surrounding seating area. The beautiful kitchen and dining areas are included in the open design so you are never away from your family and friends. The kitchen has a gas stove, side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave, cookware and dining utensils. Step out the back door and you’ll be surprised with a screened-in porch. This room is also tongue and groove with a large wood-burning fireplace on the interior wall with rocking chairs in front to enjoy any of those cool seasonal nights. The highlight of the porch is a queen-sized swinging bed that the owner designed themselves. What a great place to curl up and read a good book! Keep in mind, in the Summer this room may be a little warm but does have two large ceiling fans. The area is wooded so you will not have direct sunlight here. During the colder months, the screened-in porch can be heated by the wood fireplace only. The coldest months are not ideal for six people. You also have an additional eating area seating for four overlooking the lake. Raise the shades for beautiful views or keep them closed for more privacy. This is truly a one-of-a-kind home, especially with our multi-use screen porch! Now to the main sleeping area – proceed up gorgeous steps and across a catwalk to the awe-inspiring loft queen bedroom. This open space is perfect for families to be together but still have privacy. Two couples can enjoy their private space in the loft bedroom, the screen porch or, the main room. Outside, there is a covered porch with seating area facing the lake. There is a firepit area located on the side of this porch. Off the kitchen there is also a covered porch featuring a gas grill. There is access to a dock for your boat – large enough for sunning or relaxing with a fishing rod. Access to this home is by way of the owners’ driveway. Once you arrive, you will feel secluded as you are surrounded by the lake and woods. If you’re bringing your own boat, there is a designated parking spot provided located in the large concrete parking area at the beginning of the owners driveway. Please do not attempt to take boat or trailer down to the home. PLEASE NOTE: Weather, precipitation levels, TVA power needs and other factors cause fluctuations in lake levels throughout the year, particularly from September to early May. Jackson Mountain Rentals and VTrips are not responsible for lake conditions and levels nor their effects on stationary docks, floating docks, or recreational activities such as swimming, boating or fishing.

Property manager

VTrips

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the area

Dandridge

Located in Dandridge, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Douglas Lake and popular attractions include Wilderness at the Smokies and Dollywood's Splash Country. Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo and Victory Lanes Bowling Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Dandridge, TN

What's nearby

  • Douglas Lake - 1 min walk
  • Forbidden Caverns - 12 min drive
  • Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo - 26 min drive
  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 30 min drive
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Angelos At The Point - 20 min drive
  • Chubby's Deli - 15 min drive
  • Subway - 15 min drive
  • English Mountain Trout Farm & Grill - 10 min drive
  • Dandridge Brewing Company - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Robert's Retreat | Fireplace, Lake Access + Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chad w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roberts Retreat
We wer a little nervous about staying at Roberts Retreat based on some of the reviews describing the terrain especially since we have three kids 5 and under but the house and location were great. It is a steep driveway to get down and we were happy we had our 4x4 vehicle. The dock and lake access was amazing. We docked our 17’ boat on the pier and swam almost everyday. The outside swing bed wasn’t really a hood spot for the kids to sleep but they loved playing on it. We ended up having them sleep on the pull out couch (good for kids but not adults). The lake temp was 83 degrees and the water level was just right. We did some research because we were nervous the water level would be way low but it seems like the TVA keeps it at a good level for the summer months. I found a website that graphed out water levers over the last several years and July seemed good almost every year. I would suggest looking into that if it is a concern. We would go back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Margaret S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Quick, Courteous Service but Disappointing Accommodations
After a frightening entrance down a steep hill and around a sharp curve on a narrow little gravel drive that had been washed out by rain, we arrived at our vacation rental only to find the lake had been drained 20-25 feet. So, the pretty dock in the pictures was left high and dry, and my husband was not able to get down to the lake to fish. (That was the primary purpose of our trip.) He had to drive around the area and locate a safer access to the lake. The only BR is upstairs which meant we had to go down a treacherous flight of stairs at night to go to the only restroom. The upstairs bed was extremely uncomfortable to us. So, the second night we tried the pull-out couch, but that bed sags badly in the middle. Finally, my husband gave up and slept in the club chair the third and fourth nights. As for cleanliness, I found food spatters on the kitchen sink & refrigerator. In the bathroom, there were toothpaste/soap spatters on the mirror frame and bathroom door. The LR rug was covered in spots from spills. One night I looked up from the couch thinking my husband had left some fishing line hanging from the balcony between the BR & the stairs. When he went up to check, he found it was hair instead. We have done vacations using Vrbo 4-5 times now, and this cabin in the woods was by far the worst we have ever experienced. We would never go back, and we definitely wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Pictures of the 3 sets of stairs, including the ones down to the lake should be included on your site. Two sets are safety hazards. One actually has a large window beside it for someone to fall through (of course, there's no handrail.). Only the steps to the basement have adequate railing and are totally enclosed so no one falls through them. The cabin is definitely not appropriate for families with toddlers, preschoolers, or elderly persons in their party. Also, if the water level in Lake Douglas is lowered like that every fall as we were told by multiple members of the community, then that should be noted as well on your site. Otherwise, someone is guilty of fraudulent advertising. Moreover, it is just a matter of time before someone gets seriously hurt using one of those sets of stairs. We hope you have really good insurance.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place with a couple of issues
Pros Very Clean! Great looking inside Lovely porch and view Pro/Con - depending on what you’re looking for - no wifi and you will be happy to get 1 bar on your phone. Great place to disconnect! Cons Driveway is gravel and steep Both interior stairs had issues. Stairs up to bedroom has gap between wall and stairs - you must pay attention going up and down. Stairs going down to garage has no door/break between living room and garage. Not a place to wonder around in the dark
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was awesome. Great relaxing spot on the lake.
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway!
We had a great time, we will definitely be back! The drive is a little steep, and we weren’t sure we were in the right place but after that it was fantastic! The sunsets were amazing! And we loved fishing off the dock!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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