Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water.

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and surrounded by trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a wooden island with stools.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a floral quilt, and a 'home' pillow.
Interior
A spacious living area with a large island, a fireplace, and a television.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Birchwood, TN
  • Place, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Chickamauga Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tennessee River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Birchwood

Located in Birchwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lakehaven Golf and Country Club and B and B Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Delaware Park and Frazier Park. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Birchwood, TN

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Chickamauga Lake - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Tennessee River - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Robert Garren Gallery of Russian Art - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Grasshopper Creek Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dave's Spiced Right BBQ - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪delks family kafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pegs Catering Service - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Club River Rat - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water.?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water. on 11 January 2027 start from NZ$1,175, 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.

How much is parking at Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront retreat with dock. Relax, or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the water. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this romantic holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Robert Garren Gallery of Russian Art, Blythe Ferry Goose Management Area and Cherokee Removal Memorial Park Visitor Center. Cherokee Removal Memorial Park and Grasshopper Creek Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2026
Responsive guest Followed all house rules and communicated well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and the lake was very peaceful. The house was very responsive and generous. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Wonderful guests who treated my river house like their own. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teresa is a wonderful host. We loved the property and all its amenities inside and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
I really appreciate your kind comments about the River house. Our family strives to make it a place of rest and relaxation… And of course, lots of fun. You are welcome back anytime. Thank you for treating our house like your house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Had a great time and host was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Wonderful guests. Great communication. Followed all house rules. They are welcomed back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean, the house was great! Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Our family was glad to host you. The River House offers water sports, nature, fishing and a perfect “get-away” spot to just relax So glad you found your time there enjoyable! Please come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Place

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
So happy The Rive House met all your expectations for your Team! Please come back anytime so you can relax and enjoy nature and the water.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay!

Would definitely stay again. Very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2023
Wonderful guests. I would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice quiet peaceful property, it has its own access to the river, great for relaxing or some time on

Great time, will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2021
So glad you enjoyed the River House. Please come again. Your kindness and gratitude is much appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Very comfortable and well equipped house with a beautiful water view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2023
Wonderful guests. Good communications and followed all house rules. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a lovely long weekend staying at the little Lake house!

It was a lovely weekend and close to our wedding venue which worked out perfectly! Lovely view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2023
Wonderful guest with great communication and followed all the house rules. Thank you for sharing your family highlights during the weekend. The grandchildren were adorable! Please come back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and well stocked. We had smores supplies, firewood, laundry detergent, and spices. It is remote, but with a beautiful view of the lake. The upstairs stayed a bit warm for us, but we closed downstairs vents and that helped a lot. We had a great stay. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Wonder guests. Followed all house rules and left the house in perfect order. Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little getaway

We traveled to Birchwood for a wedding and this was the perfect place to stay. Cozy and clean, we enjoyed the holiday decor and views of the water. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2023
Wonderful guests. Followed all rules and left the home in Perfect order.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River view!

This was a very nice place to stay! We were in town for a wedding and it was so relaxing to come back and sit on the deck and watch the beautiful sunset over the river and mountain. Will stay here again if we’re in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Pretty place! Super accurate photos. The homeowner was great, easy check in and out, kayaks were fun! Loved the extra special of having the s’mores :) loved our stay and would deff stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Wonderful guests. Great communicators and followed all guest rules. Left the property in perfect order!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Very clean. Great location. Great communication with owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2023
Great guest. Excellent communication. Followed all house rules and invited back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family wedding

We were there for my niece’s wedding in Birchwood it was a wonderful gathering place for us all to visit and catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Wonderful guests. Followed all house rules. They are welcomed back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful waterfront getaway

Stayed for a fall break weekend. Great hosts & wonderful southern hospitality. We enjoyed the quiet, the fall leaves & a fire by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2022
Excellent guests. Followed all rules and followed all house rules. They were very patient and kind when the keyless lock malfunctioned. They are welcome back at anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great view

loved sitting on the dock, watching the heron, hearing the birdsong, and seeing the beautiful foliage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2020
It is truly a place a solace with opportunity to enjoy nature and the great outdoors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, provided great snacks which was a nice surprise!! Enjoyed making smores at the fire pit while taking in the spectacular view of the lake! Such a peaceful place to relax and unwind. Kayaking was so much fun and fishing off the dock made our stay perfect!! The house was nicely decorated and cozy! We will stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2025
Wonderful guests. Followed all house rules and left the house in clean condition. The donated fishing rods will come in handy - thank you. Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy quiet lake house

We really enjoyed our stay at this property, it was so quiet in a nice rural setting. The house is well provisioned with everything you would need for your stay and CLEAN! Owner is responsive and easy to deal with and makes checkin and out easy. Will book again for our bext stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2023
Wonderful guest! Filled all house rules and left the house in great condition! Great communicator. Welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fishing getaway

Wonderful house. Great location on the water for fishing! Internet and TV worked great! We had a wonderful time and the host was very supportive and quick to help in any way!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend!

Great stay!! Host was very accessible before and during the stay. She was also very accommodating.Host takes pride in the property which is super clean and well kept. House is so cute!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay was great!

The property owner was very responsive and the house was well kept. 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2023
Bethany, Thank you for your review. You are welcome to return. The house was in good order and all house rules were followed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

lake house view

lakeview on Hiwassee river and short drive to Lake Chickamagua and Chattanooga.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2022
Wonderful guests! Followed all house rules and left the house in very good condition. Great communication! Guests are welcome back anytime!
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