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Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock

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A lakeside deck with Adirondack chairs, a barbecue grill, and a dock with boats.
A house with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a view of a lake surrounded by dense forest.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a stone fireplace, and a large TV mounted above it.
A spacious living area with a large leather sofa, wooden ceiling, and a kitchen area with bar stools.
A lakeside dock with a covered seating area, a picnic table, and a boat ramp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Norris Lake

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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LaFollette, TN
  • Place, Norris Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Hollow Marina
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Norris Dam State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bunk Room - Main Floor

3 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Main Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom - Main Floor

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

La Follette

Located in Big Creek, a neighbourhood in La Follette, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Campbell County Historical Society and Lenoir Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Hollow Marina and Whitman Hollow Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Norris Dam Marina and Appalachian Arts Craft Center. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
LaFollette, TN

What's nearby

  • Norris Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sugar Hollow Marina - 19 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Whitman Hollow Marina - 21 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Norris Dam State Park - 39 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Crown College - 59 min drive - 76.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Charleys Pizza - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Ninja Grill & Sushi - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$3,266, 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 Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Pura Vida: Updated Norris Lakefront Home with Private Covered Dock located?

This family-friendly La Follette holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Norris Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fork Bend and Sugar Hollow Marina. Campbell County Park and Campbell County Historical Society are also within 9 miles (15 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. 33 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome area of the lake for skiing and hanging out and dock with bumpers and ropes already set up. Sweet gift basket and check-ins throughout to make sure everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend at Pura Vida! The house is clean and stocked with everything you will need. Our group stayed entertained all weekend with less than ideal weather. Great property, would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family place

We had a great time at Pure Vida! The property was very well maintained and had everything that you needed. We had a great time with our kids and definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation!

Beautiful home, great location, very clean! The owner was very hands on with communication! Our family of 10 had the opportunity to stay & we enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and everything you could want was available!

Wonderful amazing time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place to stay

We had an amazing week. The owner did a great job communicating with us prior to our stay. Giving us directions and suggestions on places to go see. If you want a relaxing week on the lake, this is the place to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Can’t say enough good things bout it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house & location

The house had everything we wanted for a great family trip. We all enjoyed the dock with slide and hot tub. We rented a boat from nearby Whitman Marina. Joe sent helpful information before and responded quickly while we were there with any questions. It was an awesome stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, well maintained, and well stocked with everything needed for cooking and family friendly games. The layout is fantastic for families and the views were just fabulous. The dock was in great condition and we all loved the water slide. The host is incredibly commutative and kind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Annual Family Reunion

Great accommodations for family members to reconnect for a week. The spacious house was comfortable with everything needed to cook meals and be together. We rented a pontoon boat from nearby marina for three of the seven days which I highly recommend. Great place and we plan to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Trip

We were celebrating graduation with friends. It was the perfect house for a large group. The house is well stocked with everything you could need. Owner was quick to communicate. Great location near several marinas for boat ramps and rental. We loved our time here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
It was a pleasure hosting your group! Thanks for taking such great care of our home. Glad you had a great time and you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Everything was just “as advertised”. Beautiful home and setting. Loved the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house

This property is amazing. Just spent NYE there with my family of 4 and another family of 4 and everyone had plenty of space. The kitchen is very well equipped and there is plenty to do outside. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Fall Getaway

We had an amazing time at Pura Vida. I will admit the driveway is a little steep but that just meant we were closer to the water. Our host was super proactive and made sure our stay was top notch. Providing two kayaks was above and beyond and we made use of them during our stay. You won't go wrong if you book a stay at Pura Vida.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location and house!

The Pura Vida is fantastic! The location is great. The house had plenty of room for us to spread out. The driveway is not for the faint of heart, but once maneuvered a couple of times it got easier. Joe was super responsive to my questions and very helpful since we were flying and not driving in. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Joe’s place was exactly as described. The home is roomy and comfortable for all ages. We cooked several meals and the kitchen was well equipped for all our needs. The views of the lake are beautiful. We had two boats and two wave runners and there was plenty of room at the covered dock for all of them. We would highly recommend Joes place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/29-7/6/2024

Beautiful property & house. Loved the big kitchen, dining area and family room. The kids loved the game room and the air hockey and foosball table. We would definitely stay here again! We loved the dock with the slide for swimming and fished off of the deck too. We also enjoyed the kayaks and s’mores at the fire pit. Lots of great memories were made this week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home on the Lake

We had a great time hanging out on the dock, the 8 yr old enjoyed the slide. The house was comfortable and well appointed with everything we could want. We conquered the very steep driveway and the steep walk to the water, the path was nice and the wagon was helpful. The games in the garage and the sun porch were fun too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at the lake

Pura Vida was by far the cleanest, well stocked, best location and easier walk to their boat dock that we have found since coming to Norris many years ago. There are things to do for all ages with or without a boat. Joe was very helpful and quick to respond to any question. We would recommend their gorgeous home to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place checks all the boxes!

This lake house has everything you could want. Great location on a quiet cove, easy access from the interstate, easy access to Whitman Hollow Marina. The home is spacious and well furnished. The hot tub, black stone grill, and ice machine are a plus! Joe is very attentive to your needs and wants you to have a great time! (Which we did). We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Property and owner. Simply beautiful and very clean and well equipped. All procedures and info in the emails and in the binder, except the alarm pass code which we had going off, and the Sherrif arrived for over 2 hours. It was just a small mishap but after we received the code, absolutely everything was fabulous. Great fishing and boating, outstanding covered boat house with electric. Very steep but manageable driveway and walkway, maybe not for disabled folks but doable. Was outstanding for guys trip! Thanks, Joe.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

This is a fantastic house. Easy access to the lake and a beautiful home. We were able to use the paddle boat and 2 kayaks on the property. It is a private dock. The house has everything you need to a fun & relaxing getaway. The owners are great to work with and included lots of info about the area and property. We can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big Creek was awesome

Awesome house and awesome part of the lake. We really enjoyed how wide the cove was in this area of the lake. Not any congestion and was conveniently close to a couple marinas
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome House

House was newly remodeled and is well stocked for rentals. Great location. Nice double boat dock with paddle boat, two kayaks, slide, picnic table and lights for night ambiance. Wonderful sitting area overlooking lake with fire pit. Screened in porch for rainy day naps with comfy couch and big screen tv. Deck has rockers, hot tub, Blackstone and a grill. Nice set up inside for gatherings yet plenty of room for privacy. Best rental!!!! A great place to make family memories at the lake. Owner was very nice and quick to respond to my questions. We have rented a lot of vacation homes and this is by far my favorite!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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