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A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access!

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The front of the cabin features a small deck with a few chairs.
A drone shot of our lake view.
Primary bedroom looking out over the lake.
Our completely remodeled kitchen with all new appliances.
A view of the first floor from the stairs.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11141.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Rockwood, TN
  • Popular LocationWatts Bar Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoane State Community College22 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Ridge National Laboratory54 min drive
  • AirportKnoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)61 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Open Loft

4 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bedroom En Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access!

Ideally located at the mouth of Eagle's Nest Cove on Watts Bar Lake, our family cabin features the best of both worlds between a main channel lake view and immediate accessibility to a quiet cove to experience everything Watts Bar Lake has to offer. A spacious open-concept layout looks out on to an enormous deck and fully fenced patio / back yard area. Unlike many Watts Bar Lake properties, the cabin features unparalleled access to local restaurants, shopping, and I-40 via a short 15 min. drive.

A FISHERMAN'S DREAM CABIN:

You will be staying less than ten minutes from both the Caney Creek boat ramp and the ramp at Tom Fuller Memorial Park where many fishing tournaments are held. If you need to plug your boat in at night, our driveway can easily hold three bass boats and have each of them within 25’ of an electrical outlet. Our cove is a popular place to fish, and you will be able to easily cast to many of the spots fishermen on boats hit just by standing on our shoreline!

Our cabin was completely remodeled in 2023. Everything is new, or refreshed to be as good as new. We've set up the space to be conducive to hosting two families, with one couple in the downstairs primary bedroom and the other upstairs in the secondary bedroom. Each bedroom offers privacy while the open loft comfortably sleeps four.

Each sleeping area and the living room has its own 60" Roku smart TV which guests can log in to any number of the streaming services they subscribe to. We also have a wide variety of board games to enjoy.

Walking out either of the two sliding glass doors overlooking Watts Bar Lake leads to a spacious deck with a bar top, benches, and Weber grill. The primary bedroom walks out to the large patio below. A secondary patio near the lake has plenty of seating and a large fire pit, perfect for roasting marshmallows while gazing at the stars.

The area is home to tons of wildlife. Eagles and osprey nest nearby, there is a very active fox den just north of the cabin, and deer are everywhere. The cul de sac that our driveway is on historically has been an incredibly popular spot for local nature photographers. Guests who are quiet and patient will likely see many of these creatures.

Guests traveling with infants or very young children are kindly requested to reach via VRBO messenger so we can be sure to have the cabin appropriately equipped for your stay based on your needs prior to your arrival.

Installed near the lower section of the driveway is a Grizzl-E Duo 220V 40A, 10kW level 2 charger that can charge two EVs at once via 24’ J1772 cables. If your vehicle does not have a J1772 connector you will need to bring an appropriate adapter. Charging is free.

GUEST ACCESS:

Guests will be able to access the entire property other than a single car garage / utility room which we use for storage. We enter this area via the garage door or a locked door in the en suite primary bedroom’s bathroom. This door will remained locked during your stay.

We may also need to periodically access the property for general groundskeeping purposes.

OTHER THINGS OF NOTE:

Watts Bar Lake is managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Guests must follow their rules and regulations when enjoying the lake. These can easily be found online and include common sense things like requiring a license to fish, wearing a life vest while kayaking, etc.

Between November 1st and May 1st the TVA lowers Watts Bar Lake approximately five feet. During this time the cabin still has amazing lake views, and roughly 5 to 10' of shoreline is exposed.

The bottom of Watts Bar Lake varies wildly between being muddy, rocky, and sandy. We strongly recommend wearing swim shoes or hiking sandals while swimming in shallow water.

The neighborhood our cabin is in is quiet and peaceful, we kindly ask our guests to maintain that serenity and be respectful to our neighbors who will be more than happy to return the favor.

Our cabin is regularly serviced by a pest control company, but please keep in mind that what attracts us to the water also attracts crawling and flying insects as well as opportunistic critters like raccoons and possums. Guests who are not diligent about keeping doors closed and trash contained should expect to encounter these things.

Due to the relatively remote nature of our cabin, power and internet outages are quite rare but can occur randomly- Particularly during or following storms. Service interruptions are typically brief, but please plan accordingly.

This is a non-smoking property! Smokers are asked to please smoke outdoors, far enough away from doors and windows to prevent any smoke smell from getting inside. Guests will be charged a $500 deep cleaning fee for smoking indoors.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smokers are asked to please smoke outdoors away from windows and doors. Guests will be charged a $500 deep cleaning fee for smoking indoors.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rockwood

This cabin is located in Rockwood. Southwest Point Golf Course and Tennessee Valley Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tennessee River and Watts Bar Lake.
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Rockwood, TN

What's nearby

  • Watts Bar Lake - 1 min walk
  • Roane State Community College - 22 min drive
  • Roane Medical Center - 24 min drive
  • Fort Southwest Point - 31 min drive
  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 24 min drive
  • Cadillac Grill - 21 min drive
  • China New Buffet - 21 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 24 min drive
  • Little Caesars Pizza - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access!?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access! on 19 May 2024 start from AU$732.73, 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 A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Quiet Retreat on the Shore of Watts Bar Lake - Dog Friendly with Lake Access! located?

Situated in Rockwood, this cabin is steps away from Tennessee River and Watts Bar Lake. Roane State Community College and Rockwood Health Care Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay at Watts Bar Lake. The house had everything that we needed. The fenced in yard was great for our dog. The host was really good about checking in on us and making sure that our stay was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home
The home has everything you need for a very comfortable stay! Very clean and updated. It also has a fenced in area for your dog!! Awesome view too!! The owner was very quick about answering any questions I had. I will definitely stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Your host

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We moved down to Tennessee in 2020 and have been enjoying life on Watts Bar Lake ever since. An enormous challenge we had when looking for lake property was finding a home to stay in that offered the lake life vibe we were looking for. Our cabin that we have for rent absolutely nails that feel, and is incredibly representative of what it's like to live in this slice of heaven.

Why they chose this property

Many of the lakefront homes we looked at on Watts Bar Lake were extremely remote. What we love about our cabin is that it's far enough away from things to feel like you're in the middle of nowhere while being a 15 minute drive from shopping, restaurants, and the I-40 highway.

The intersection of great main channel lake views, very little car traffic, almost no noise, and that kind of accessibility to things is very rare in the greater Watts Bar Lake area.

What makes this property unique

When looking for homes on Watts Bar Lake you usually have to choose whether you want to be on the main channel of the lake for dramatic lake views, or in a cove to be easily able to swim, fish, etc. away from the traffic of the main part of the lake.

Our cabin is the best of both worlds, as it sits in the opening of a cove while still having a near mile long lake view across the main channel of Watts Bar.
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