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STAY HERE! NEW RENOVATIONS. Lake front home onsite boat launch and dock!

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sevierville, TN
  • Wilderness at the Smokies
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Sevierville Convention Center
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

STAY HERE! NEW RENOVATIONS. Lake front home onsite boat launch and dock!

Cozy Hideaway is a stunningly beautiful Douglas Lakefront Home. The private vacation home sits atop a gorgeous hillside and overlooks the lake with long range mountain views. It is positioned within a short walking distance to the waters edge where a private paved drive with convenient personal boat launch and dock awaits your use. Enjoy the use of your kayaks and other lake toys you bring or rent in your private lake cove. Bring your own boat and save on marina launch and dock fees.

The open floor plan of the home begins on the main level with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and vaulted ceilings leading into the open kitchen, dining, and living room space. A masterful stone fireplace encompasses the living room while a wall of windows allows for breathtaking views of the lake in any area of the main floor. Step out onto the covered deck that spans the length of the home and watch the sunset over the lake each evening. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready for food preparation. The two bedrooms are furnished with queen size beds as well as a set of bunk beds.

On the lower floor enjoy the family room with pool table and big screen TV. Relax in the 6 person hottub overlooking the lake. The family room contains a sleeper sofa and two roll away beds. You will also find one king and one queen bedroom as well as full bathroom and separate wash room containing washer and dryer. Step out from the game room onto the lower patio and share a coctail with family while grilling out.

Cozy Hideaway is located approximately 17 miles from Pigeon Forge. You can enjoy a day of shopping in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinberg or take the family to DollyWood Themepark/Splash Country for a day of fun in the sun then return home to the relaxation in the quiet surroundings of Douglas Lake.

Property manager

Justin and Brooke Chester
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 24
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sevierville Noise Ordinance: Minimum Outside noise
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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
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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Douglas Lake and The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge, while Titanic Museum and Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Dollywood and Wilderness at the Smokies. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 36 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 37 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Wild WaterDome - 37 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center - 38 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 41 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Chesters Chicken - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Aubrey S Sevierville - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is STAY HERE! NEW RENOVATIONS. Lake front home onsite boat launch and dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is STAY HERE! NEW RENOVATIONS. Lake front home onsite boat launch and dock! located?

This family-friendly Sevierville cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Douglas Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo and Forbidden Caverns. Tennessee Museum of Aviation and Harrisburg Covered Bridge are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 83 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

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

Beautiful home and view!

We loved the house, the view was great, the kayaks were great to have!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

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

Good location!

The peppery was clean and what we expected based off the listing. The location right on the lake was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candi T.

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

Beautiful lake fun

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the lake fun and nearby attractions! Our group included 6 adults, 2 teens and 2 kiddos. The cove is beautiful and the lake is inviting every day. Caught some fish from the dock, paddled, swam and floated around the lake, made a few trips to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, and rented a boat from a nearby place. Owner was prompt and friendly in answering all questions. The hill is for real but it made for some fun and kept us in shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken N.

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

Gatlinburg Lake House

We had a little bit of trouble checking in since we did not receive the VRBO check in email but everything else was great. Kayaks, noodles and floats to use in the lake, hot tub for relaxing at night and lots of outdoor space to enjoy the view. There were plenty of beds for our group and close to Gatlinburg, Dollywood and white water rafting. A great time for all ages!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Wonderful stay!

The house was extremely clean and had all the kitchen items we would need. Two kayaks for the kids to go out on made it extra fun. Lots of life jackets there for use. Our kids fished off the dock. They have some board games and the hot tub was clean and got good use! I highly recommend this house to anyone. 25 minutes from downtown Pigeon Forge. The owners were very responsive also!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Allison B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not what we were expecting or what was advertised

I would love to give them a 5 star review but we definitely did not have a 5 star rental. Our party was 6 adults, 3 teens, and 2 children.Kitchen: They don’t have a large pot to cook in for pasta a meal that will accommodate our party size. You would think if a place sleeps 15 people they would have cookware that can accommodate. There was also no baking sheets and only 1 singular oven mitt. All of the dishes felt gritty, and quite a few needed to be hand washed. There was only 1 roll of paper towels for 11 people to use. Grill: we had to go out and buy charcoal for the grill and lighter fluid to use the grill Bathrooms: there was not enough toilet paper in the house to last us the 4 nights/ 5 days we were there. We had to go out and buy some to get us through our vacation. And the water pressure in the showers was minimal.Pool table: there was three pool cues and 2 of the 3 were bent so you weren’t able to properly play. King size bed room: the overhead light was non operational and the only source of light in the room was a bedside lamp. Queen bedroom downstairs: it’s advertised as having a queen and 2 twin beds. It was a queen and 2 cots. Saying it was “queen and 2 twins” is quite misleading.Downstairs “pull out couch”: you can’t call it that. It’s the thinnest mattress on a broken fold out frame. Needless to say, it was not sleep-able.We have stayed in our fair share of vacation rentals and this is definitely by far the worst any of us have stayed at.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tina M.

Wish we could have written a longer review. Note: May 29 owner reviewed his own property!?!

We expected a quality rental given the cost. The amenities are not HGTV-worthy, as touted. Upon arrival, bathrooms smelled of urine & the kitchen sink was slow to drain. The sink drainage grew worse. Maintenance workers came out Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday AM & PM,unable to clear the drain. Maintenance told us this was an issue for previous renters that they hadn’t been able to fully fix. On Thursday, the main floor was occupied by the plumbing crew & equipment for much of the day. The owner was apologetic & tried to resolve the issue,he offered to have a cleaning person wash dishes & stayed after the plumbing crew left to wash dishes. What left us more disconcerted than not having a functional kitchen for ~3 days was his insistence that “these things happen”while not owning responsibility for knowing that this was an existing plumbing issue that happened to worsen during our stay. Other items that are not HGTV quality:$ store quality silverware, 10 forks; $ store quality Coffee maker/toasters;Toilet in 1 bathroom not secured, wobbled with use; sheets were thin some w/holes; Not enough towels,many old & thin; 6 washcloths & 3 dish towels in entire house; Kitchen pans were rusted/Teflon scratched off; Cooking utensils were broken or melted; Paddleboard fills with water. Listing advertises 2 kayaks, there's only 1. A February review notes problems w/downstairs bed; owner says they will address it. Bed is unchanged. Light in a bedroom didn’t work. The owner blamed the bathroom smell on us peeing on the floor, the plumber informed him that liquid on the floor was because the toilet was not properly bolted down. Cleaning the toilets did not fix the smell.The hot tub didn’t work. Owner accused us of unplugging the fuse at the main electrical box, informing us that his maid assured him she left it powered. The lift that opens the cover was broken with sharp pipe ends exposed. Note the change in reviews since we booked in August ‘17. Most were 5 star, but recent reviews are less positive. For the inconvenience of not having a functional kitchen for nearly 3 days the owner refunded 1 night’s stay plus cleaning fee. He went shopping when informed of the issues above, returning with some new pans,forks,towels& utensils. He put air fresheners in the bathroom, which made a flowery urine smell. He stated he was hesitant to provide a refund because he expected us to write a bad review. We would stay on this lake again but we do not recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Tiffany B.

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

Fun family trip

3 generations fall getaway. Great layout to spread out. Only improvement rec. the toilet bowls need a deep clean under the rimand the shower head on min level has major buildup water shoots out the sides nothing through the center. Cofcbefore usingf. T
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Lake house

Family get away
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Aerica R.

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

We had higher expectations

Let me preface by saying that the owners were notified once during our stay at this property and once on our way home. I received a response during our stay, but it has now been 2 weeks since we've left and I've still not heard a word back in regards to my final message. So, time for a review. The view and the amenities; paddle board, kayak, dock, and hot tub are the only reasons I'm giving this property a 3 star review. My friends and I came here for a girls weekend, and that's what we had. However, the cleanliness of the home could be much improved. This house didn't feel like home at all. There were cobwebs and living spiders in the corners of the rooms and we had a horrible ant problem in the kitchen and upstairs bathroom. I notified the owners regarding the ant issue, since they were on counters where our food was at, and was asked to call their housekeeping person to come by. For multiple reasons, I did not make that phone call; primarily because I'm a renter and that should not be responsibility. The girls and I figured we could deal with the ants and take care of them as we saw them, but by day 3 of our stay they had made their way into each of the 4 vehicles that were parked outside. We had to go to the store to get ant traps so we could drive home the next day. They really were that bad! In my final message to the owners after our stay, and without response, I let them know that overall we enjoyed our stay but had the following concerns: The house was full of cobwebs and spiders. The drain in one of the showers wouldn't drain appropriately and kept backing up with water. Not a huge deal, although I felt the need to make this known since there are dozens of signs and notes posted throughout the house regarding 'fines' if they have plumbing issues. The coffee pot was missing from the kitchen. Also, not the end of the world and we were fine improvising. I wouldn't have necessarily addressed any of these concerns in a review, but the owners were given adequate time to respond to my message and just chose not to. I thought being an owner that they would appreciate any feedback to make future stays more enjoyable, but apparently not. As I mentioned before, the amenities are what made this stay enjoyable, but the lack of response from the owners, the dirty house, and signs everywhere that made us feel on edge that we would be fined for literally anything, were enough to sway my friends and I to never stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

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

Very nice place to stay for the whole family

It was a great place to stay for our family..the kids love the lake and it was a good time for everyone..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann W., Killen, Alabama

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

Wedding week

The house was very nice and it’s a beautiful setting on the lake! The setup was nice. The kids played pool and the hot tub was situated so we had a great view of the lake! Check-in was extremely easy and the owners were extremely accommodating. They let us check in early which was very helpful! If you want peace and quiet this is a great house. It was a little far from town but that’s on us, I didn’t pay attention to the location from town. Overall it was a nice stay and we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kay s., St. Louis

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

Family Vacation 2022

The mountain roads getting there were eye awaking. So, warning. However, the property was beautiful. The Chester’s have thought about everything. Rented a boat, and the lake was amazing! Enjoyed the kayaks. Made large, throw down meals. Kinda missed the working blender, but no worries. We made do just fine. Enjoyed sunsets on the back porch. Justin was so great to talk with. Provided great tips. Wish I could share photos. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

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

Great Family Getaway!

We stayed here last year and enjoyed it very much. Several of us enjoyed the kayaks to explore the lake. I just enjoyed the peace and tranquillity of the lake and surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anita F.

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

Great family get-together

The house was very clean & spacious. Beautiful view of the lake, lots of windows. Nice deck area on 2nd story out back. Plenty of towels, beds were comfy. Fans and air conditioning worked great. A couple things that in no means would stop us from staying here again. - there was only 1 dish towel and 1 pot holder in the kitchen - 3 of the 4 bedrooms had closets (the king bedroom had no closet) but no hangers (yes there are dressers in each bedroom), They really could use a luggage holder esp in the 4th bedroom w/out a closet. - the bedrooms are dark, 1 overhead light with a fan & 1 lamp on 1 nightstand. Could use night stands on each side of the bed with a lamp instead of just 1 side. - the upstairs LR area could use more lighting by the couches. There was not enough light to read by with just the over head lighting. - could maybe use another fridge downstairs, with as many people as this house holds the 1 fridge got filled up fast. Overall a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Excellent getaway!

This was an absolute dream! It’s quietly tucked away from the bustle of a busy town, but a short drive to attractions at Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. We had an amazing time! Everything was very clean! There was also 2 kayaks available for use without charge. We really enjoyed kayaking, fishing and swimming. After a long day, the hot tub was an added bonus! The place was very clean and neat. The balcony was wonderful to sit and read while watching the teens kayak. We will definitely be back! Also Graze burgers is a short drive away. Their burgers were soooo good! The host was wonderful. After we left, the cleaners found our phone and the host mailed it back to me at no charge. Honesty and integrity are something hard to find these days, so I am very grateful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Accurate Description & Expectations - Beautiful Peaceful Place

Two families stayed over spring break, both with dads and boys who love to fish. They were able to fish from the dock (didn't catch much) but had fun anyways. House is plenty spacious for 2 families with kids. Boat rental nearby which is convenient. 2nd story porch is lovely to enjoy the scenery and have late night outdoor conversations. It's a quiet place but still within a 15 to 30 min drive to stores and restaurants. Kids enjoyed the pool table, hot tub, and exploring around the waterline. Overall a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

jacc B.

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

Great stay and location

Everything was great. More than enough beds and room for faimly and friends. Was never board at the house and close to fun activities and restaurants for the price. No one could find one bad thing about the house. Highly recommend renting this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Patty B.

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

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful stay. There was plenty of room and we look forward to coming back in the spring.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Amazing

Cabin was beautiful, view was breathtaking. Justin’s answered all questions and concerns I had immediately.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

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

Great Get-A-Way

Beautiful property located on Douglas Lake. Great view of the lake and the surrounding hills and the trees with their fall colors bursting out. It was peaceful and quite. Just a great weekend with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

Great location and view on the water

Nice house on a hill overlooking the lake. Had everything we needed. We parked our boat near the house dock. Store and gas nearby, about a 15 min drive. Gatlinburg was a bit of a drive, but doable if only going once or twice during our week stay. Happy to have stayed in your lovely home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Fall break get away

The property is great for families. The view is beautiful. The house has plenty of room and the pool table and kayaks were a bonus. 4 kayaks would be wonderful! We really enjoyed our stay and wish it was available for us to stay longer. We booked last minute and are glad we did. We would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

annette j.

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

Ridiculous mishap

Very disappointed, when my family and I arrived at the property, someone was already there. The home had been double booked. My grandkids had been looking forward to this, with the Covid restrictions, we’ve not been traveling much. When they realized we couldn’t stay ,they were not happy to say the least. I’m sure the home was as nice as the rental sight pictures, but the owners were difficult to get in touch with, no voicemail, no return emails.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

LJ S.

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

Perfect

This home was exactly what we hoped. The view from the balcony is pure relaxing. Kayaking and floating in the cove was fun. Fishing off the dock. Rented a pontoon and did some tubing on beautiful lake Douglas. Dollywood and hiking not to far from the home. The cabin was clean and accommodated my big family. Owner was very informative and quick tI respond. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Justin and Brooke Chester

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We are local East Tennesseans. We have a love for Tennessee & the four seasons this part of the country offers each year. We are drawn to the lake as well as the beauty of the mountains and wish to share this tranquil Lakefront home with others.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Cozy Hideaway the minute we pulled in the driveway. As we watched the sun set over the main channel of beautiful Douglas Lake we knew we were home. We feel blessed to live in East Tennessee and have been drawn to the many lakes in our area as we love being on the water. We feel that Cozy Hideaway combines the amazing beauty of a spectacular East Tennessee lake with the infamous Smokey Mountains that we feel are second to none. We hope you can simply sit back and enjoy the peaceful serenity that Cozy Hideaway offers.

What makes this property unique

We own the adjoining property VRBO#3613410 and can sleep up to 28 people between the two homes. Guests then have access to 600 Linear feet of lake frontage and private cove. This would include two docks and private launch ramp.

Gorgeous lake frontage. Sailing directly out of your private cove offers you immediate breathtaking views of Mt Laconte from any point on the lake from the location of this lake home on Douglas. Our property allows fisherman and boaters access to launch their boats and store trailers on a private point with water access all year.

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