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Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Smithville, TN
  • Place, Center Hill Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tennessee Tech University
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Cummins Falls State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Room

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Game Room Bathroom

Toilet

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake

Escape to this charming vacation home in Tennessee, where the beauty of nature envelops you, and relaxation takes center stage. With two cozy bedrooms and a spacious bunk room, this home comfortably accommodates up to 11 people, making it the perfect haven for families or groups of friends in search of a getaway.

Comfortable Accommodations: The home features two cozy bedrooms, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The spacious bunk room is perfect for the young and the young at heart, providing ample sleeping space for all.

Scenic Lake Views: Revel in stunning lake views from the large deck, complete with a sunroom that's perfect for sipping morning coffee or savoring an evening glass of wine. The backdrop of Center Hill Lake adds a touch of tranquility to every moment.

Entertainment Galore: Challenge your companions to a friendly ping pong tournament or set out on the lake adventure of your dreams with a public boat ramp just a half mile away. The possibilities for recreation are endless.

Ultimate Vacation Spot: With its breathtaking views and a wide array of activities, this lake home is the ultimate vacation destination, offering something for every member of the family.

This home is Dog-Friendly. $100.00 will be added for EACH dog up to TWO dogs.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9788065
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

About the area

Smithville

Located in Smithville, this chalet is on a lake. Smithville Golf Club and Edgar Evins Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cookeville Depot Museum and Cotten's Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Cookeville Performing Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Hooper Eblen Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like wildlife walks.
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Smithville, TN

What's nearby

  • Center Hill Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tennessee Tech University - 35 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 37 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Rock Island State Park - 40 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Cummins Falls State Park - 42 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta Jalisco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪F.Z. Webb & Sons Pharmacy Smithville - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bumpers Drive-In of America - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Scout's Hideaway (Dog-Friendly) Over Looking Center Hill Lake located?

This family-friendly Smithville chalet is located on a lake, steps from Center Hill Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area and Caney Fork River. Joe L Evins Park and Smithville Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

sydney h.

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

Birthday Weekend

We stayed here to celebrate a birthday and it was a wonderful experience. The house was very clean and spacious. Communication with the rental company was 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Enjoyable

The location and
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dallas W.

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

Nice stay!

Beautiful area to explore. Road is rough and steep, but not prohibitive. Good times!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
We are happy to hear you and your group had a great stay Dallas and we hope to have you all back again in the future for another stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Our stay here was awesome! We arrived and found the place to be exactly as pictured, although the living space seemed bigger than what I expected. Very open and clean. It had everything we needed. The views from the deck were stunning, which created a very peaceful environment. We were close to town and local marinas. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review of our home and we look forward to hosting you for another stay in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Motorcycle trip

Booked house and said were coming down to tour the area on bikes. Friends said house was good. Problem is, the highway in was not good for motorcycles. Road is loose gravel and lots of hills and hard turns. Friends said they stayed at house and did not leave- afraid to make multiple trips in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason B.

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

Family get away

The property was accurate to the description. Nice house with great host. Good communication. Only real issue was that the house had a very strong chemical smell that lasted the entirety of the trip. We actual had to go buy air freshener to combat the smell they helped but only masked the smell. The access roads are also gravel and very narrow. Would not suggest towing a trailer into the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Nice and Quiet

Very pleasant stay. House was as described. Particularly enjoyed sitting on the top deck and watching the hawks come flying over the top of the house and out over the lake. House is built on a hillside so not a lot of flat ground for the dog to run around on but he enjoyed patrolling the spacious deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you James for your very kind review! We are happy you, your family, and your pup all enjoyed the home!
Verified

8/10 Good

Josie B.

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

We had a great stay!

The road to get there is a one lane rd that is rough. The house itself was amazing just like the pictures. We had a great time. They should put blinds in the master bedroom though because it’s glass doors and it was bright with the sun. Hard to sleep in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenni Sue H.

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

Beautiful views and quite charm

The home is beautiful and clean. The views from all the windows and balconies is a wonderful plus; we captured some stunning pictures of the sunrise right out of bed. My only reservation would be that there are no curtains, blinds and/or black out options for privacy or to block the sun coming in at the break of dawn, so sleeping in wasn't really an option. All in all a great house for a weekend get away with my friends and family. The location is very private, but close enough to many attractions in the area, as well as being a 30/45 minute drive to the beautiful falls we came to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you Jenni for your review and we are happy you and your group enjoyed the stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Girls’ Weekend

This was a very beautiful property with a gorgeous scenery. Six people were in our party and it had plenty of room to accommodate us. Less than 5 miles from a convent store and within a 30 minute drive to the next big city. However, to get to the property from the main road was rougher than expected. You do need an all-wheel drive vehicle for the last 2 miles to get up a steep hill coming and going. Overall, it was a great stay and we made lots of fun memories. Would book again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cindi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was seamless—There is a beautiful, rare summer lake view. The management company was very responsive when we identified the need to remove the poison ivy. However, the main bedroom had no blinds or curtains. Being awakened at 5:30 am by the sun while on vacation is a problem. One of the other bedrooms had springs coming through the mattress. The kitchen was well stocked with plates but had no mixing bowls, serving dishes, and a limited range of cooking supplies. Although a boat ramp is close, you need a four-wheel drive to navigate the roads if pulling a boat. I would recommend renting a slip at the marina. It is a lot safer than attempting the steep inclines and declines to the home. This property has a stunning view and a nice layout, the WIFI worked well, but the issues listed had a negative impact on our experience.
5:15 AM by 5:30 AM, it was too bright to take a picture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ramona F.

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

Spacious and Beautiful View

My husband and I stayed for a weekend, our friends couldn't make it, this house is well equipped to hold a large family or two small families. We were well situated to hike and rent a boat on the lake at Hurricane Marina. Plus: Large and spacious, great outdoor deck, comfortable bed, quiet, within 15 minutes of town for supplies, comfortable living room and seating for movies, etc., large kitchen. Minus: There really needs to be more furniture on the deck, there is only one high top table with two chairs. An inventory needs to be done on kitchen accessories and the cleaning company should use adequate leave behinds. There was no sink stopper, I had to use a bowl for soapy water to wash dishes. There was no hair dryer, even though the listing states there is one, luckily I wasn't going anywhere that mattered! There are not even the smallest of starter shampoos, etc. The soap that was left was so small, you be able to wash your hands three times. Overall, this was a good rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christina T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not at all what the listing describes - unclean, bugs and spiders everywhere

With the pricing we paid and the listing saying “stunning views” and “ultimate vacation home” and “beautiful home” we were expecting exactly that and it was 100% not. The ONLY view of the lake is one tiny glimpse of a single little curve in the lake that you can only see through the tiny kitchen window or if you stand in just the right place in the sun room. Most of all, when we arrived, this is what we found: - unclean dishes, filthy grill, unclean and DUST COVERED house in general - uncomfortable mattress that sinks in the middle in bedrooms that hurt our backs and necks - HUGE spiders and bugs all over the inside of house (dead and alive) -no access to any of the other floors or garage to store water toys, especially since the ad calls attention to multiple decks - poorly stocked kitchen with multiple pots found filthy and unwashed and all cabinets disorganized and hard to find things. I wish I could post the pictures of the absolutely disgusting bug/spider assortment we found when we were going to make the couch bed out for children to sleep. We were not able to use this disgusting room at all because I was afraid my kids would get bit by spiders.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nick G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hanna L.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom b.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nahshon R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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