Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly
Welcome! Escape to Goodhope, a peaceful 1,380 sq. ft. waterfront log cabin on the Tennessee River. Perfect for families or fishing trips, this 2-bed + loft retreat features a private dock with electricity, kayaks, a fire pit, and a dreamy screened-in porch. Enjoy modern comforts with rustic charm, comfortably sleeping your group in a serene setting and a short drive to Decatur (18 minutes), Howe Farms (21 minutes), Dayton (30 minutes) and Chattanooga (45 minutes).
Property Retreat to Goodhope, your peaceful 1,380 sq. ft. waterfront log cabin on the beautiful Tennessee River (Lake Chickamauga). Perfect for families or fishing trips, this serene getaway offers modern comforts with a rustic charm. Step inside to a warm, inviting atmosphere with all-wood paneling and a cozy stone gas fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings.
Enjoy two porches that run the length of the home, including a dreamy, fully screened-in porch that serves as an outdoor living room. Complete with a bed swing, comfortable seating, and a TV, it's the ideal spot to unwind. For our younger guests, we provide a selection of children's books and toys.
Key Features:
•Sleeps your group comfortably with two bedrooms and a large loft.
• A private dock with electricity awaits, perfect for fishing enthusiasts—an 8-pound bass was once caught right here!
• Explore the water with 2 provided kayaks and 1 paddleboard.
• Gather around the fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars.
• A fully stocked kitchen with appliances, cookware, and a gas grill is ready for your home-cooked meals.
• High-speed WiFi for work or streaming.
• Washer and dryer available for your use.
• For those traveling with little ones, a Pack 'n Play and high chair are available for you.
Guest Access Guests will have full and private access to the entire home, the surrounding property, and all its amenities, including the private boat dock. Make yourselves completely at home!
Please note that the master bedroom closet and a hallway closet are locked for owner storage. For your convenience, a dresser in the master bedroom provides plenty of storage space, and the queen bedroom has a closet available for guest use.
Interaction with Guests We offer a flexible self check-in process to make your arrival smooth and easy. We value your privacy and will give you your space, but we are always available via the app or by phone should you have any questions or need assistance during your stay.
Other important details • Seasonal Water: Our location has summer water levels from approximately mid-April to mid-October. For the most current information, please check the Chickamauga Lake website for water levels. • Connectivity: The cabin is equipped with high-speed WiFi to keep you connected for work or streaming. • Laundry: A washer and dryer are available for your use. • Security: For your safety and the security of the property, exterior security cameras are in place monitoring the perimeter of the home. • The towels we provide are for inside use only. Please bring your beach towels for outside activities. • Pet Policy: We love hosting your furry friends! For guests bringing pets, please ensure you include the number of pets when you make your reservation. A $50 pet fee will be automatically added to your booking. This fee covers the additional cleaning required to ensure the home is pristine for all future guests, including those with allergies. Please keep pets off furniture and beds. Pets must be potty trained, and waste should be disposed of properly.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Checkout is 10:00am
Refer to message on Refrigerator for complete check-out instructions. Thank you for staying at Goodhope Shores Cabin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Decatur
Located in Decatur, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rhea County Museum and Rhea County Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tennessee Wildlife Refuge and Chickamauga Lake. B and B Marina and Frazier Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
Volkswagen Chattanooga Assembly Plant - 54 min drive - 65.3 km
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum - 58 min drive - 70.2 km
Hamilton Place Mall - 59 min drive - 73.6 km
Getting around
Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 43 min drive
Krystal - 43 min drive
McDonald's - 43 min drive
Alexander’s BBQ - 43 min drive
Bojangles - 44 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$288, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Cabin With Dock, Huge Screen-In Porch, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi and Pet Friendly located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Tennessee Wildlife Refuge, Chickamauga Lake and Moon Island. Tennessee River and Hiwassee River are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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This cabin has the best cozy cabin feel! The screened in patio and swing are the best! Grilling on the back deck overlooking the is very peaceful. Would love to come back again!
The cabin was perfect for us, as we were in the area to visit family. The kids loved the games and activities provided and gathering around the fire both nights. The host was quick to respond and cordial, and the home has all you need, and then some, for a comfortable stay.
My husband and two young children had the best time. The cabin had all the essentials of being at home , we just had to bring the groceries! The whole cabin was fresh and clean. We enjoyed the fire place inside and roasted marshmallows outside! We cooked out on the grill with our family and enjoyed sitting on the porch. Our kids especially loved the open loft and the shelf full of games. This is the perfect place to relax and spend time with family. Looking forward to our next visit.
The cabin was actually a little bigger than we expected. We enjoyed that it was located in a rural quiet area and were pleasantly surprised to find kayaks to explore the backwater areas of the river.
The cabin is beautiful we had a wonderful time. I would definitely recommend it had amazing scenery, very clean, calm, and excellent communication back and forth with the owner.
Very clean, comfortable set up in a stunning waterfront cabin. Furnishings were well designed—not cluttered. The screened in porch was my favorite. The neighbor’s morning roosters were unexpected, but tolerable.
The cabin was great- could have been a bit cleaner upon arrival. The lake was nice so we could fish some. The beds weren’t the most comfortable and there wasn’t much closet space, but overall it was a nice place to stay and I would recommend it.
Relaxing family getaway. We loved kayaking, the fire pit and relaxing on the front porch. All of the added board games were a great touch. The accommodations and communication were easy! Be sure to put it in your GPS before you get to no service.
House was very clean and perfect! We had 4 adults and 2 dogs. We loved having a big yard. Boat dock is kept up very nice, and has power to it. We would stay again!
We loved our stay at the property. So quiet and private. The owner was super responsive and accommodating. Our dog enjoyed the neighborhood walk. We will definitely visit again
My family stayed for three nights to fish Chikamauga lake and visit Chattanooga. The house is very clean, well equipped and the host was great with communication. For anyone bringing a boat, there is plenty of parking for multiple boats and Armstrong Ferry boat ramp is just down the road.
The lake house cabin was perfect for our little family. We spent most of the time on the lake and around the dock. Everything was wonderful and the cabin is very spacious.
Beautiful property!! Great hosts. The house is just as wonderful as the pictures show it to be and the dock/fishing/kayaks were such a hit with our family. We spent most of our time either on the water fishing or around the fire pit.
Would definitely recommend!!
Shawna S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Richard
Why they chose this property
Beautiful Cabin great for fishing, swimming or just relax on the deck or screen-in porch. Great for a family or friends getaway. Gas fireplace creates a cozy winter getaway.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests