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The Riverside Retreat

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
Stylish and comfortable with plenty of room to stretch out stay awhile.
"Ring of Fire" perfect for cozy campfire relaxing or smore assembly
Beautiful Cumberland River-1min to boat ramp

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Farm Bureau Exposition Center
  • Place, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
  • Place, Lebanon Premium Outlets
  • Airport, Smyrna, TN (MQY)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Primary Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Secondary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Riverside Retreat

Beautiful & secluded. Take in the gorgeous river views while soaking in your private hot tub; gathering around a bonfire on the water's edge; stretching out on the oversized leather couch streaming your favorite show-all with your loved ones by your side-including the furry ones!

This home is the perfect blend of lovely wooded seclusion and only minutes to the Historic Lebanon Square which boasts a local coffee shop, a bookstore, local eateries, guitar store (with new & used vinyl), micro-brewery, mid-century furniture store, veterans museum (with FREE entry) and the cutest boutiques! Outdoor activities abound with a boat/kayak put in ramp 2 mins away and Cedars of Lebanon State Park only 20 mins south.

If you want the nightlife of Nashville this quiet and secluded home is only 45 mins east of Nashville; just an easy shot down I-40 to get to Music City proper. You could always take the Music City Star train downtown with the station only 12 mins away!

This welcoming space is thoughtfully curated with quality and comfort in mind. This home has all the high end touches for you to enjoy your stay without any of the pretense. Perfect stargazing nights with little light pollution and the relaxing sound of wildlife and nearby farm animals. This is a country locale so some of the local kitties may pay you a friendly visit to welcome you to "the sticks." You will hear a pup bark (or coyote across the river howl!) and a rooster crow as the pleasant backdrop of rural life.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NOTHING to be flushed besides toilet paper. No condoms tampons, pads, papertowels, wipes...even if flushable. Nothing but toilet paper as needed. 💩
No smoking or vaping indoors. Please dispose of extinguished cigarette butts in trash. Pick up puppy piles-bags provided. No pets on furniture.
Cardboard/paper are permissible in the firepit but please no cans, glass, metal, plastics, or garbage. Dispose of these items in the lined trash cans.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cedar Grove Cemetery and Fiddlers Grove are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hunters Point Golf Club and Lebanon Golf & Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tobacco Bowl, or consider a night out at Farm Bureau Exposition Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lebanon, TN

What's nearby

  • Farm Bureau Exposition Center - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Lebanon Premium Outlets - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Nashville Superspeedway - 35 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Grand Ole Opry - 51 min drive - 65.6 km

Getting around

  • Lebanon Station - 15 min drive
  • Smyrna, TN (MQY) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Keller's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chen Asian House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lebanon Golf & Country Club - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Riverside Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Riverside Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Riverside Retreat located?

This family-friendly Lebanon cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cumberland River, Cedar Creek Island and Armstrong Island. Dickson Chapel Recreation Area and Hunters Point Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Great stay!

Property was great for our family! We had a wonderful stay and exactly as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and organized. Quiet with beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!

One of the best properties we have ever stay at. Rebecca , our host was amazing! She pays attention to the needs of her guests, make you feel important and appreciated beyond our expectations! She was absolutely amazing.Definitely will be back with other family and friends
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Super Nice

Very clean, plenty of space, out in the country and peaceful, but also close to the Lebanon city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

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

Best host

We had a little trouble getting into the house when we first arrived, but the hostess,Rebecca was a doll and helped us out immediately. Checked on us throughout our stay.... customer service goes a long way in my book and she was gracious and so helpful. The house is adorable and cute and clean. The treats were an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Quiet, comfortable and scenic!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Riverside Retreat! Beautiful open great room/kitchen with master bedroom on one side and two additional bedrooms on opposite side. Wonderful welcome basket for people and pups! Spent a lot of time in the hot tub enjoying the scenic river views. You get a home in the country but close enough to quaint shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

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

Stunning Day/Night Views

Property was super clean! Our Host had great communication & very friendly about our stay & check in/out process. We loved our food basket with treats! The hot tub was a huge hit for our group the night time sky was breaktaking! Everything about this property was 5 + for us! We wish we had more time to enjoy the kayaking and river but next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Excellent home

We enjoyed the home and the view of the river. Close to the town of Lebanon with the feel of the country, this very clean home offers very relaxed and spacious living quarters with a game room for the kids. We enjoyed s’mores over the open fire in the backyard fire pit. The owner checked in on us without being intrusive. We had cookies and a snack basket upon arrival. Great place, great price. Bonus - our dogs were welcomed too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful !!! We were on our 35th wedding anniversary trip…. Loved staying here! Cozy living room, comfy bed, clean kitchen! Hot tub was great with nice view of the river! Very relaxing as well after a long day of sights and activities. Rebecca was sooooo nice and very attentive to our needs. Communication was excellent. Questions were answered very quickly. I wish I could give a 10 star review!The “shop” was cute and great for kids at heart! I highly recommend this retreat and if I’m in the area again, will definitely come back ! Thank you again Rebecca! Wendy,G. Milford CT
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This riverfront retreat was the perfect getaway for our group of ladies to relax and get away from the chaos and the drama of a wedding. We talked drank wine and enjoyed just being together in this beautiful comfortable space. The host provided all the basic items that we needed, and even the kitchen had all the basics we needed. The beds are very comfortable. We will definitely stay again if it is available when we visit.
A mom and two baby deer  visited us every morning.
The beautiful view from the porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the entire house. We did not have time to use the hot tub. The house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolitely beautiful home. Spacious. Clean. Perfect for family fun. Best one yet!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cozy house, had pretty much everything we needed and was a nice relaxing stay. Had a fire one night and grateful that the wood was provided. Host is very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My mom and I came for for a little getaway and it was perfect! My mom said it best of this house felt like a home rather than just a rental property. It was so cozy and we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, comfortable home. The view from the deck, the hot tub and the game room were highlights for our family. Each bedroom had comfortable beds and was filled with the needed amenities. Rebecca is a great host!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Perfection!

We booked to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The home was secluded, affording us privacy, yet close to things may have needed. Love the decor, the ambience and really everything! Great host! Rebecca is the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

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

Outstanding

Very pleasant stay. The view is great, the decor is updated and nice. Hot tub was perfect. Fire pit was nice to relax by. Very clean. All 10's....Only thing I would recommend is to provide a bit more kitchen items. Cooked for 5 adults and needed sharp knives and were a little short on decent knives. Not a deal breaker and if we choose to visit again, will book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilene

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

Beautiful riverside home

Perfect place for our family stay. Comfortable , clean, and quiet.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

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

Excellent accomodation

The property was everything we expected and more. Spacious and clean with great attention to detail making the stay easy and enjoyable. The welcome cookies were a lovely touch !
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth C.

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

Cumberland River House

Quiet , spacious home .Just the place to meet and visit.Nice view of River and relaxed environment.All agreed we liked the setting as well as the home.would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Baseball trip

Our oldest son was playing high school baseball down here for spring break. We came down to watch with our other kids. We had a great stay! The beds were very comfortable. House was clean and had everything that we needed! We really enjoyed sitting on the back deck and looking at the water and using the hot tub. We took the kids to a couple of the spots that were recommended for fishing and kayaking! If we needed something the host was quick to respond. If we are in the area again we will definitely stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

Convenient locale with feel of country

We loved the country feel of the location and view of the river, but we’re only 5-15 minutes from stores and restaurants. We were using the home to celebrate the holidays with our adult sons. The home is set up very nicely for visiting inside and outside on the deck or the fire pit in the evening. We didn’t use the hot tub, but it was available, owner replied immediately to our questions and corrected 2 problems very quickly during our stay. We appreciated the cookies, dog treats and Christmas decorations to help use celebrate the holidays. Thanks for a great place to visit and relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Amazing, clean and beautiful views!!

We had an amazing stay at this VRBO home! The place was spotlessly clean and offered breathtaking views that made every morning a delight. The game room was a fantastic addition, providing hours of fun for our group. The peaceful ambiance truly helped us unwind and relax, and we loved soaking in the cool hot tub after a long day of exploring. Highly recommend this gem for anyone looking for a perfect getaway! Five stars all the way!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc & Amy H.

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

Excellent experience

The host was very responsive and the house was very well maintained and apportioned. Plenty of towels, comfortable beds, and a beautiful property. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

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

Exceptional home and host

The house was very clean and well provided. Check in/out was simple and easy. The host was exceptional and provided great communication before, during and after the stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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