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Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip

Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip

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Welcome to our Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat! Enjoy the beautiful vaulted wood beam ceilings and lots of natural light.
This beautiful craftsman style home is the perfect place to relax and make memories with the most important people in your life!
Enjoy breathtaking views of Watts Bar Lake from the upper deck of our private boat dock!
Relax in this large spa year round!
This covered patio is a favorite spot for all of our guests! You will enjoy a gas grill, TV with cable/Netflix, outdoor space heater for the winter, comfortable seating, and cafe lights for a relaxing evening ambiance. It just can't get any better!

Overview of Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16289 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Spring City, TN
  • Popular LocationWatts Bar Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWatts Bar Dam18 min drive
  • AirportChattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)74 min drive
  • Popular LocationFall Creek Falls State Park86 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Downstairs custom bunk room with in-room vanity.

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2 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs King Guest Room

1 King Bed

Downstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room has Queen Sleeper with Premium Memory Foam

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs En Suite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip

You just found the perfect place for your next relaxing lakeside getaway! With all of our North Ridge Escapes properties, our goal is to elevate your expectations for your guest experience.

With ample room for a large gathering of friends or family, this high-end craftsman style lake house is ideal for making fun memories together year-round.

Enjoy our private boat dock and explore the open water on our stand-up paddle board or kayak. Relax on the outdoor covered patio while you fire up the grill and watch some football on the outdoor TV. Roast s’mores over an open fire while challenging each other to a game of corn hole in the grassy back yard. Enjoy a warm drink and good book in front of the wood burning indoor fireplace in the cold winter months. Whether you are looking for a peaceful quiet sanctuary or are planning a full-energy family vacation with the kids, this hidden gem on Watts Bar Lake is the perfect choice!

The main entry level features an open concept living room, dining area, and kitchen that features wood and beam cathedral ceilings, granite countertops with bar seating at island, a gas stovetop, a wood burning fireplace, a beverage station, and a large smart TV.

There are three exits from this space out onto the large wrap around deck that includes a covered comfortable seating area, TV with cable & Netflix, string lights for a relaxing evening ambiance, a space heater for winter months, a gas grill, a second seating area, and an additional dining table for 4 with an umbrella. The main level has the master bedroom with a large walk-in closet, 65” smart TV and a luxurious master bath that includes a double vanity, separate toilet room, stand-up shower and separate tub. There is also a full bath and guest room with a queen bed and TV on the main level.

Downstairs you will find a common area with a billiards table and large TV. The door leads out to a lower level patio with a large spa, seating area and a perfect place to hang our Eno hammock in the shade. This patio is level with the spacious grassy back yard and fire pit, for roasting s’mores of course!

There are three bedrooms downstairs, two with king beds, and one with custom built 2 twins over 2 queens bunk bed configuration. Perfect for kids, but also comfortable for adults! The bunk room has a TV and an in-room vanity. One downstairs king bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and TV. There is an adjoining full bathroom between the other two bedrooms. All smart TVs have cable and Netflix.

In the garage, there is a golf cart available for use on the quaint wooded path that leads from the house to the waterfront/private boat dock. It is a delightful shaded walk that takes less than 5 minutes. (Approx. 200 yards.) The private two-story dock has an upper deck for enjoying the beautiful lake view. During May-October, guests are welcome to dock their boat and/or jet ski in our open boat slip or jet ski lift. The launch ramps at Watt's Bar Dam are a 15-minute drive and a 5-minute boat ride from our property. Lake water levels are lowered during winter months. Reference the TVA Operating Guide for Watt's Bar Lake for more details online. Boat rentals are available from 3 different local marinas, listed below.

We also have two paddle boards, an open water kayak, and life jackets of various sizes available for your enjoyment on the water. While the lake is not visible from the house, the easy close access makes it a wonderful amenity to enjoy.

There are three local marinas that rent boats. They are all a little under 30 min from the house by car. We suggest booking ahead of time.

* Blue Springs Marina / The Crow’s Nest: Boat rentals and a lake front dining option with a family atmosphere. Weekly dinner specials and seasonal live music!

* Terrace View Marina/Restaurant: Boat rentals and restaurant.

* Arrowhead Resort / The Front Porch Restaurant: Boat rentals and restaurant. Checkwebsite for seasonal hours. Serves breakfast.

Entertainment and Relaxation:

- Private 2-story boat dock with available boat slip/lift and jet ski lift.
- Large hot tub/spa on lower patio
- 2 stand up paddle boards & open water kayak with paddles and life jackets
- Beverage refrigerator in dock closet
- Golf cart for use on 200 yd path to waterfront
- Outdoor fire pit w/ roasting sticks. We also include a s'mores starter kit!
- Indoor wood burning fireplace
- Firewood for indoor and outdoor use
- Covered outdoor seating area with TV, ceiling fan, space heater, and gas grill
- 8 smart TVs with cable & Netflix
- DVD player in living room
- 8 folding chairs and a folding table
- Outdoor dining table that seats 4, but has room for 6-8
- Corn hole set and board/card games
- Eno hammock and slap straps for lower patio
- Bluetooth speaker
- Wi-Fi and strong cell phone reception
- Beach towels for the lake and spa

Household:

- Large driveway with ample parking
- Beverage station with Keurig coffee maker and ice maker
- Copper farmhouse sink and granite countertops
- Gas range cooktop, double convection ovens, dishwasher, microwave, french door refrigerator with filtered water and drawer freezer. Extra fridge/freezer in garage.
- Crock-pot and cookware/dishes for serving large groups
- Washer & dryer
- Garment steamer & iron/board
- Hair dryer
- First-aid kit (Both in house and in dock closet)
- Fire extinguishers
- High-end linens and towels

Baby friendly:

- 1 Pack-n-Play with sheet
- High chair seat
- Wi-Fi baby video monitor
- Basket of toys & books
- Baby bath seat

Additional sleeping arrangements for common areas:
- Living room queen sleeper sofa with premium memory foam mattress. New in 2023!
- 2 queen air mattresses with linens
- 2 twin sized air mattresses with linens
- 1 outdoor hammock for the extra adventurous guest!

The host is happy to answer questions via text before and during your stay.

This hidden gem is conveniently located approximately 1 hour south of Knoxville, 1 hour north of Chattanooga, and 2.5 hours from Nashville. Watts Bar Lake is 38,000 acres of fishing, swimming, and boating paradise.

The quaint town of Spring City offers a grocery store and several restaurants, just 15 minutes away. There is also a Dollar General 7 minutes away for any last minute needs.

Under an hour away, you can visit Fall Creek Falls State Park, Lost Sea Caverns, Crossville golf courses & outlet mall, several wineries, Sweetwater Valley cheese, Mayfield Dairy, or the historic downtown Dayton, TN.

Driving just over an hour will get you to either Chattanooga or Knoxville area attractions such as Neyland Stadium, Knoxville Zoo, Lookout Mountain with Rock City & Ruby Falls, Chattanooga Aquarium, Chickamauga Civil War Battlefield, art museums, theatres, and much more.

It would also be easy to take a day trip to the attractions in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville such as Dollywood, Ober Gatlinburg, Ripley’s, Dixie Stampede, etc.

If you choose to bring a boat or jet ski, we recommend using the ramps at Watt's Bar Dam Reservation, as you cannot launch from our property. The dam is a 15 minute drive from the house and about a 5 minute boat ride to our dock. There is a second smaller boat launch about 5 minutes from the house.

We recommend Blue Springs Marina, Arrowhead Resort, or Terrace View Marina for Bass Boat and Pontoon Boat Rentals. We advise reserving these prior to your stay.

Property manager

Beth
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spring City

Located in Spring City, this holiday home is on a lake. Dayton Golf and Country Club and White Oaks Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge and Watts Bar Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Spring City, TN

What's nearby

  • Watts Bar Lake - 1 min walk
  • Watts Bar Dam - 18 min drive
  • Cumberland Mountain State Park - 51 min drive
  • Lost Sea Adventure - 53 min drive
  • Fall Creek Falls State Park - 86 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 18 min drive
  • Winstead American Grill - 18 min drive
  • Subway - 18 min drive
  • Hardee's - 19 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip on 5 May 2024 start from AU$1,192.84, 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.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem Lakeside Retreat w/Private Dock & Slip located?

This family-friendly Spring City holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Watts Bar Lake and Tennessee River. Chickamauga Lake and Watts Bar Dam are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO So Far
If I could rate this property more than 5 stars, I would! Everyone in my family were truly amazed by all the amenities and luxury of the house. The beds were comfy, plenty of room, loved the fireplace, firepit, boat dock sunset, and more. Perfect place to celebrate our Christmas vacation- they even provided a tree for us! Highly recommend,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beth

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I grew up in a home where guests were always welcome, so my love for providing hospitality started at a young age. Being your host is fun and meaningful because I love providing a beautiful space where you can relax, make fun memories with those you love, and find rest for your heart, soul, and mind.

I started hosting our first rental as a fun side project, but soon discovered that we wanted to keep growing our business through building new homes that are specifically designed for our guests. We took 6 of our 8 North Ridge Escapes properties from empty lots to the beautiful furnished properties available today! It’s a new found love and form of art with a meaningful purpose.

My husband and I have been married for over 16 years and love living in Chattanooga. We are enjoying these short, sweet, and crazy years as parents of four tiny humans! We love our church, Calvary Chapel Northside, and enjoy family adventures outside as much as possible.

We are honored to have you as our guest and I'm happy to answer any questions you have!

Beth has been a Superhost since 2019!
Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

What makes this property unique

Our guests love having access to our private dock on the beautiful Watts Bar Lake with paddle boards, a kayak, and local boat rentals available.

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