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Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One

Lakefront holiday home with water park, steps from Douglas Lake

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Welcome to Smoky Sanctuary
Open living space with full kitchen, dining, and seating all connected—designed so everyone can gather comfortably without feeling cramped. Clean, modern layout makes meals, movie nights, and group time easy and relaxed.
Resort-style community pool just steps from the home—easy access for cooling off, relaxing, or spending time with family without the crowds or long walks of larger resorts.
Downstairs living area with its own seating and dining space—ideal for giving teens, grandparents, or a second family their own place to relax while still staying under one roof.
Downstairs kitchenette—perfect for snacks, drinks, or giving teens and grandparents their own space without heading upstairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Place, Douglas Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, McGuire Creek
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilderness at the Smokies
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One

Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One

Your stay includes complimentary tickets every day to top Smoky Mountain attractions like Dollywood and Ober Gatlinburg (one free admission per activity, per day) — but the real value starts at the house itself.

Sanctuary Shores Retreat is a clean, modern 4-bedroom home designed for groups who want to stay together without feeling on top of each other. With two separate living areas and a downstairs kitchenette, this home is ideal for families, couples traveling together, or longer stays where privacy matters.

Upstairs, you’ll find a bright open living space, a fully equipped kitchen, and a primary bedroom with direct access to the upper deck. Step outside to enjoy outdoor dining under the umbrella, fire up the pellet grill/smoker (a rare find for vacation rentals), or unwind in the hot tub after a day exploring the Smokies.

Downstairs offers its own living area and kitchenette — perfect for teens, grandparents, or anyone who wants a little extra space to relax, watch TV, or grab a snack without heading upstairs.

Located in a quiet resort community in Sevierville, the home is just a short walk to the clubhouse and resort pool, giving you easy access to family-friendly amenities without the noise and crowds of larger complexes.

Whether you’re planning a quick mountain getaway or a longer stay, Sanctuary Shores Retreat delivers the space, comfort, and flexibility that make group travel easy.

What Guests Love

Two living areas + downstairs kitchenette

Pellet grill/smoker & outdoor dining

Resort pool & clubhouse within walking distance

Washer/dryer sets for added convenience

Complimentary attraction tickets every day of your stay

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A security Deposit of $300 dollars will be held 2 days before arrival and released 2 days after departure if no issues are discovered after check out.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Dollywood and Wilderness at the Smokies. Soaky Mountain Waterpark and Dollywood's Splash Country are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Douglas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • McGuire Creek - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 22 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center - 23 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 26 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Store - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Chubby’s Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Aubrey's Sevierville - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary Shores Retreat | Space for Everyone, Stress for No One located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Douglas Lake and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from McGuire Creek. Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo and Harrisburg Covered Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Perfect for a stay with friends or family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

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

Great place!

This was a great house to stay in. It was very clean. The host was very responsive to any questions I had. It is in a great area and easy to get to Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Gatlinburg and driving through the Smoky Mountains. It was very nice having a pool and clubhouse to use. Would definitely recommend this place and we would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista W.

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

Great house

Nice house. Aligns with listing. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

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

Great Location close to the Tourism, but far enough to not have to deal with the daily traffic

This was an absolute fantastic location. It sits about 26 - 30 minutes away from the main tourist strip. The community pool is visible from the front porch and a quick 2 minute walk. The house was roomy, clean, and had everything we could need. I think weve found our go-to vacation rental for our annual trips!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Overall great place to stay would go back

There were only a few minor things we had issues with while at the property. The first is it is a gated community which is no problem but we were not informed of this initially so we were a little confused. We figured out after a few minutes that the door code for the house was used as the gate code. The house was very clean the only downsides were there were a few burned out light bulbs and the smoke detectors downstairs were unplugged from the ceiling and the showers did not drain well. Overall we enjoyed the stay and had a great holiday and the owner responded to any communication within 30 minutes or less. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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What makes this property unique

This property is a great place to stay during the summer! The convenience of walking to the community pool and clubhouse is one of the best features aside from just staying in the property itself.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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