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Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox

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Bow Deck
Bow Deck
Bow enclosed
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6182.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • University of Tennessee
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Neyland Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox

Tired of staying in the same old stuffy boring hotel room? So were we, so we decided to own our own Houseboat on the Tennessee River, where we could walk to just about everything. The “Moonlight Madness” is docked in the peaceful Volunteer Landing Marina in Knoxville. The marina is steps away from award winning “Ruth’s Chris” steakhouse and Calhoun’s On the River. You can walk to both as well as the Neyland Greenway, James White Greenway, Neyland Stadium, Thompson-Boling arena, University of Tennessee and the vibrant Market Street in Downtown Knoxville. We can accommodate 6 people in beds. We have 2 bedrooms, one king size bed in the master and a Full bed in the crew quarters and a queen size pull out couch, along with 2 bathrooms. We feature 3 decks, one off the bow, one off the stern (great for morning coffee or catching some rays) and a 70' PARTY DECK on the roof. The party deck has abundant seating along with 2 flatscreen HD television and a gas grill. The master also has a 40' Vizio UHD flatscreen with Smartcast. The salon also has a 50' UHD flatscreen. Our boat comes fully stocked with clean linens and towels. The galley also comes fully stocked with dishes, utensils and small appliances along with Hi-Speed internet. You will meet a lot of very nice people that reside at the marina full time. Also, we have an golf cart and 2 Kayaks,1SUP and 2 beach cruiser bikes that are available for you to use while at our boat. Sorry, but the Houseboat doesn't leave the marina because of the river current. We also have a full-time Marina Manager and store on site should you need anything or have any questions with our boats. We want your stay with us to be a memorable one, and will make every attempt to make you want to come back. Proud to be a Premier Partner Host. Our boat is strictly non-smoking non-vaping.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return golf cart keys to the helm,
Make sure bikes are locked with cable lock if you used them
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Knoxville

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in East Knoxville, a neighbourhood in Knoxville. James White Fort and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include World's Fair Park and McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Neyland Stadium or Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Tennessee - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Honeybee Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fly By Night - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruth's Chris Steak House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clancy's Tavern & Whiskey House - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox located?

Located in East Knoxville, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tennessee River, University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. Neyland Stadium is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 of us came to a football game. Loved the location and being on the river
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun and unique. Fonz was incredibly flexible and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri A.

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

Great location and beautiful houseboat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The houseboat is beautiful with lots of amenities. The owner was very easy to work with and provided lots of valuable information on the property in general, houseboat specifically, and attractions in the area. We loved sitting out on the balcony area watching boats, barges, and all kinds of wildlife float by. The check in process is a little confusing, but that's more because of the way the area is set up. Once you figure that out, it's super easy to get around. A couple of restaurants are within easy walking distance too. Having access to a golf cart made unloading/loading very easy. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area. It's truly the most unique vacation rental I've ever visited and would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal D.

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

Peaceful houseboat

Beautiful property. Very peaceful and relaxing a wonderful trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great retreat if you are looking for a little relaxing time. We enjoyed the covered top deck the most, watching boat traffic and the Greenway joggers and bikers. The boat is very well furnished, even with items you may have forgotten to bring along. Very thoughtful owners have made this a pleasant adventure. My only advice for potential renters is to understand this is a boat at a marina which requires a little more agility than a hotel. Steve C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique place to stay!! Great Decor inside and as many others have noted, the party deck up top was fantastic. We did have an issue with the head that rendered it useless for the first day but the host bought us dinner and drinks to make up for it. It was an issue with the Marina and not the owner. Check it out as an alternate to a hotel in downtown. It was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony G.

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

Unique Knoxville Experience

First time in Knoxville and first time living on a Houseboat. Had an amazing weekend, just wish the weather would have cooperated a little better. Great location, close to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Houseboat on the river

Wonderful location very clean unique experience of houseboat living!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kat H.

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

Big Ears Retreat

This worked well for us as a group of 4. Boat quarters are a bit cramped for sleeping but sprawling for hanging. We spent less time on the boat then we thought we might have because we were out at concerts/ shows most of the day. This would be a great spot for a single family who has a plan to cook rather than eat out and wants to be able to walk into town. The upsides were the stocked kitchen, ample television screens, and relative cleanliness. The downsides were that the boat is docked under a very functional hood which makes it a little dark in living room and kitchen, but great on the porches. The hosts were amazing and everything we could've asked for! Thank you to Fonz and the marina crew including the very friendly James!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

On the river

I really enjoyed my stay at this property. It was very convenient to the Riverwalk and a variety of local restaurants. I had to communicate with the owner about one thing and he was immediately available and very patient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H., Charlotte, NC

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

Great spot, lived up to our expectations

Great spot. Truly awesome stay. Made lots of memories
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

FUN Experience

Wife and I always wanted to stay on a houseboat, and this one was a great way to to set the tone for the unique experience. Overall the houseboat, amenities, and location were terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe V., Spirit lake

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

River time

We’ve been traveling for a month and this was our most memorable place coffee on the Stern in the sun watching college teams rowing and some friendly geese came by for snacks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific experience! Our kids loved the novelty of a houseboat hotel. Owners attentive and generous to make it an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

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

Great Game Day experience

Highly recommend for a super fun experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy O.

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

Wonderful

Exactly what we wanted and what was advertised. It’s a lovely boat — we hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Z.

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

Fun Weekend in Knox!

Had a great weekend visit with my daughter. Fonz was very accommodating and responsive. It was a very chilly weekend, would love to come again when the weather is warmer to enjoy the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna M.

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

A memorable getaway

We found the houseboat exactly as described, with all the amenities you would want for a restful vacation on the water. Everyone in the family had a lot of fun, and we would definitely recommend this property to our friends. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Debra M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

great location

great location. Great way to tailgate for the football game. TVs galore onboard, which was great for the guys. Golf cart was super helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Awesome

I had a wonderful time. It was absolutely wonderful!! I will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice Boat

The actual boat was nice, and the upper deck is great! Owner was very quick to respond. The surrounding environment could be better. There was an odd smell outside that got into the living room area and several other boats were dumping garbage into the water. One didn't see my daughter and splashed her. We decided to cut our stay short by a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C P.

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

Bassmaster 2023

2nd time staying Bassmaster 2019
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Riverboat stay

First time staying on a boat. A little cramped but what we expected. Boat was clean and the golf cart was a great feature. We were there for Tenn basketball game which was in walking distance. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Bucket List Birthday!

Houseboat was wonderful! Everything just as described and in pictures. Four of us girlfriends celebrated my birthday here. Decks are wonderful for enjoying the fresh air and the river. Walked to dinner two nights and 6 min drive to Market Square for wonderful shopping and dining. Mattresses were so comfortable. Super place to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Unforgettable Stay on Moonlight Madness

We recently hosted a small graduation celebration on the houseboat, and it was perfect! The boat is beautifully maintained and has all the amenities needed for a comfortable and memorable stay. Being right on the river added a unique and special touch which everyone enjoyed. The living spaces were clean, cozy, and well-equipped, making us feel right at home. The outdoor deck provided stunning views and was the ideal spot for our gathering. Fonz was a fantastic host – super responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable experience!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Fonz

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Our daughter played soccer for the University of Tennessee. We make several trips out to cheer on the Volunteers. We love the Knoxville area and the Volunteer Landing Marina. This location is absolutely perfect. We can walk to everything from Downtown to Neyland stadium. Not to mention Ruths Crists Steakhouse, which is steps from our boat.

Why they chose this property

We wanted something other than a boring hotel room or a small stuffy condo. The boat is awesome with the newly renovated interior and huge party decks. We can kayak off the back of the boat and paddle to Calhoun's on the river. Houseboat living is unique and charming. This boat has never been smoked on or in.

What makes this property unique

Water access, great location and very safe and secured marina with onsite staff. Full time on-site Marina Manager to assist you with anything you need. Secured and gated docks.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests