Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake!
Escape to The Cove - a stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake! Enjoy breathtaking views, kayaks, paddle boards, pickleball, and fireside nights. Features a king bed, bunk beds, full kitchen, washer/dryer, and spa-style bath with plush robes. Perfect for couples or small families seeking comfort, fun, and lakeside adventure. Minutes to golf, marinas, wineries, and charming downtown Loudon.
Interaction & Atmosphere
While your suite (entrance, bedroom, bathroom, living room & kitchen) is completely private, we do share some outdoor areas - and a wall with our family home. You may hear us or see our kids playing outside. We’re respectful, friendly hosts who are happy to give you privacy or chat about the best local spots.
If you’re looking for a peaceful yet lively lake experience filled with fun, family, and sparkling water views, you’ll feel right at home here. If you need total silence, this may not be your perfect fit. If you love laughter, lakeside living, and a little adventure, you’ll love The Cove!
Enjoy your own private entrance, king bedroom, bunk beds (sleeps 4), and a luxurious bathroom complete with a heat fan and plush terry cloth robes.
The gourmet kitchen is stocked with everything you need - stainless steel appliances, coffee bar (Keurig & drip), blender, and even an ice-cream maker!
Relax in the cozy living room with stunning lake views, a smart TV, games, and books. You’ll also have a washer/dryer and ironing board for longer stays.
Outdoor Fun (Shared Spaces) Step outside to endless recreation right on the water: -Dock for swimming, fishing, or tying up your boat -Kayaks & paddle boards available for guest use -Fire pit, hammock, basketball & pickleball courts -Swing set & grassy yard for families
A public boat launch is only ½ mile away, or you can rent a pontoon at Tennessee National Marina - just a 5-minute boat ride across the lake or 25 minute drive.
Getting Around We’re just 8 minutes from I-75 (Sugarlimb Rd Exit), with private labeled parking (“Parking for The Cove”) and a self check-in lockbox for easy arrival.
Nearby Attractions Our home is perfectly situated for exploring East Tennessee:
-TN National Golf & Marina – 5 min by boat / 25 min drive -Historic Downtown Loudon – 10 min (shops, cafés, and local history) -Sweetwater Valley Farm – 20 min (working dairy farm, café, and gift shop) -The Lost Sea Adventure – 30 min (world’s largest underground lake!) -Fort Loudon Marina – 20 min (largest marina in TN) -Tennessee Valley Winery – 10 min -Great Smoky Mountains National Park – 1 hour -Knoxville & Turkey Creek (Farragut) – 15–40 min for shopping and dining -UT Games- 40 min
Enjoy local favorites like Calhoun’s (Lenoir City), The Burgers (Lenoir City), or Cinco Amigos (Loudon).
Summary of Amenities -Lakefront with dock access -Kayaks & paddle boards included -Fire pit, hammock, swing set, basketball & pickleball -Sleeps 4 (king bed + bunk beds) -Full kitchen & in-unit washer/dryer -Luxurious bathroom with heat fan & robes -Free Wi-Fi, Smart TV with Apps including Apple TV, Netflix & Amazon Prime -No Pets • No Smoking • No Parties • Long-term stays welcome
Our home is tucked away on a quiet, safe street in a peaceful lakeside neighborhood — the perfect place to unwind. Please note there are a few steps and uneven spots in the yard, so it may not be the best fit for guests with limited mobility.
No pets, no smoking, no parties.
Lake Amenity Agreement Required
By booking The Cove: Watts Bar Lake, guests acknowledge and agree that they are responsible for reviewing, understanding, and following The Cove: Lake Amenity Use, Rules & Hold Harmless Agreement.
Use of the lake, dock, kayaks, paddle boards, water trampoline, float, basketball, pickleball equipment, life vests, paddles, and any other recreational amenities is optional and at the guest’s own risk. By booking and/or using these amenities, guests agree to the terms, rules, responsibilities, release, waiver, and hold harmless provisions contained in the agreement.
The booking guest is responsible for ensuring that all members of their party, visitors, children, and invitees review and follow the agreement and all posted or written rules.
Lake Amenity Use, Rules & Hold Harmless Agreement
For guests using lake, watercraft, trampoline, float, basketball, pickleball, and related equipment.
This agreement applies to all members of the guest's party, visitors, invitees, and anyone using the property amenities during the reservation. By booking The Cove, Guest acknowledges and agrees to the terms, rules, responsibilities, and liability waiver below.
Lake Amenities Provided: The property may provide access to recreational amenities, including but not limited to kayaks, paddle boards, floating mat/float, water trampoline, basketball equipment, pickleball equipment, life vests, paddles, and related equipment. Use of these amenities is optional and is done entirely at the guest's own risk.
Assumption of Risk: Guest understands that lake activities, watercraft use, swimming, jumping, climbing, floating, basketball, pickleball, and other recreational activities involve inherent risks, including slips, trips, falls, cuts, bruises, sprains, broken bones, drowning or near drowning, injury from improper use of equipment, weather, wind, waves, currents, boats, docks, rocks, underwater hazards, lake conditions, third parties, and loss or damage to personal property. Guest voluntarily assumes all risks associated with using the lake, dock, shoreline, stairs, recreational equipment, watercraft, water trampoline, sports equipment, and all related amenities.
Life Vest Requirement: Anyone using a kayak, paddle board, float, or any other watercraft must wear a life vest at all times, regardless of age or swimming ability. This is required for safety and may also be required by local authorities. Guest understands that law enforcement may issue tickets for failing to wear a life vest. Guests may use their own properly fitted life vest or borrow one provided at the property. Life vests are located at the bottom of the stairs leading to the basement. Please put away life vests and paddles when finished.
Equipment Rules • All equipment must be used responsibly and only for its intended purpose. • Children must be supervised by an adult at all times near the lake, dock, stairs, shoreline, trampoline, sports areas, or while using any equipment. • No one should use watercraft, the trampoline, or lake amenities while intoxicated or impaired. • Do not use kayaks, paddle boards, floats, or the water trampoline during storms, high winds, lightning, rough water, or unsafe conditions. • All kayaks and paddle boards must be returned to the racks after use and locked when finished. It can get windy, and unsecured equipment may blow away or become damaged. • Paddles and life vests must be put away when finished. • The water trampoline must be pulled back in after use and tied securely to one of the cleats. • Please return all basketball, pickleball, and recreational equipment after use. • Guests may not remove equipment from the property. • Guests are responsible for damage, loss, theft, or failure to properly secure equipment during their stay.
Water Trampoline Rules • Use only under adult supervision. • No diving from the trampoline into shallow or unknown water. • No roughhousing, pushing, flips, or unsafe jumping. • Do not use during high winds, storms, lightning, or rough water. • After use, the trampoline must be pulled back in and tied securely to one of the cleats.
Damage, Missing Items & Fees Guest agrees to return all equipment in the same condition it was provided, normal wear and tear excepted. Guest understands they may be charged for missing, damaged, unreturned, or unsecured equipment. Additional charges may apply for damage exceeding the listed amounts, including repair, replacement, cleanup, labor, or recovery costs.
Item / Fee Unreturned Life Vest: $40 each Unreturned Paddle: $35 each Missing / Lost Kayak: $950 each Missing / Lost Paddle Board: $450 each Failure to Lock Up Paddle Board: $50 each occurrence Failure to Lock Up Kayak: $50 each occurrence
Release, Waiver & Hold Harmless Guest, on behalf of themselves, their party, children, invitees, visitors, and anyone using the amenities during the stay, agrees to release, waive, discharge, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the property owner, host, property manager, agents, representatives, employees, contractors, and affiliated parties from any and all claims, demands, damages, injuries, losses, liabilities, costs, attorney's fees, or causes of action arising out of or related to:
• Use or misuse of the lake, dock, shoreline, stairs, recreational equipment, watercraft, water trampoline, sports equipment, or property amenities. • Failure to follow posted or written rules, including failure to wear a life vest. • Weather, wind, water conditions, lake conditions, or acts of nature. • Injury, death, or property damage involving the guest, their party, visitors, invitees, or third parties. • Damage, loss, theft, or failure to return equipment.
Guest understands that this agreement applies to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Responsibility for Minors and Guests The booking guest is responsible for making sure all members of their party, including children, visitors, and invitees, understand and follow these rules. The booking guest accepts financial responsibility for any damages, missing items, injuries, violations, tickets, fines, or losses caused by themselves, their party, children, visitors, or invitees.
Acknowledgment: By booking The Cove, Guest confirms that they have read, understand, and agree to this Lake Amenity Use, Rules & Hold Harmless Agreement. Guest acknowledges that use of the lake and all amenities is voluntary and at their own risk.
After signing a copy at The Cove, we will send you the code for the Kayaks and paddle boards.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
About the area
Loudon
Loudon is home to this holiday home. Fort Southwest Point and Southern Appalachia Railway Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennessee Valley Winery and Avalon Golf and Country Club.
Turkey Creek Shopping Center - 23 min drive - 35.0 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
The Local Bite - 20 min drive
McDonald's - 18 min drive
Subway - 21 min drive
Carl's Drive In - 19 min drive
Pizza Hut - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake!?
As of 5 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake! on 9 July 2026 start from NZ$601, 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 Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Escape to The Cove - A stunning lakefront suite on Watts Bar Lake! located?
Situated in Loudon, this holiday home is steps from Watts Bar Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tennessee Valley Winery and Wilson Island. Harrison Island and Carmichael Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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The Cove was the perfect choice for my quick getaway/writing trip! It's a beautiful property that is very well appointed. Everything was super clean and comfortable, and I left there wishing I had booked a few more days. Kelli was a very responsive and welcoming host. The Cove was just what I needed!
Jeff W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
Thank you so much Jeff. You were a wonderful guest and we’d love to have you back any time!
We had a great time. Everything was as described -- clean, comfortable, and great communication with the host. We enjoyed spending time in Knoxville and then coming back here for some quiet times on the dock and enjoying the water.
Kristi J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
About the host
Hosted by Kelli
Hi, I’m Kelli! My husband and I love welcoming guests into our home. He’s a hilarious, self-taught chef whose cooking is legendary. I’m a former teacher who loves the lake, gardening, and sunshine. We have four wonderful kids. We are Orthodox Christians striving- imperfectly but sincerely- to follow Christ with joy and hospitality.
Why they chose this property
Our home is tucked away on a quiet, safe street in a peaceful lakeside neighborhood - the perfect place to unwind.
What makes this property unique
This isn’t just a place to stay- it’s a lakeside experience. Enjoy beautiful water views, on-site kayaks and paddle boards, pickleball, and firepit nights by the lake. Ideal for couples or small families looking for relaxation and adventure, all minutes from golf, marinas, wineries, and downtown Loudon.