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Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox

Riverside houseboat in Knoxville with a water park

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Volunteer Landing Marina View
Bow Deck
Bow Deck
Bow enclosed
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6182.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Place, Knoxville Convention Center
  • Place, University of Tennessee
  • Place, Neyland Stadium
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox

Tired of staying in the same old stuffy boring hotel room? So were we, so we decided to own our own Houseboat on the Tennessee River, where we could walk to just about everything. The “Moonlight Madness” is docked in the peaceful Volunteer Landing Marina in Knoxville. The marina is steps away from award winning “Ruth’s Chris” steakhouse and Calhoun’s On the River. You can walk to both as well as the Neyland Greenway, James White Greenway, Neyland Stadium, Thompson-Boling arena, University of Tennessee and the vibrant Market Street in Downtown Knoxville. We can accommodate 6 people in beds. We have 2 bedrooms, one king size bed in the master and a Full bed in the crew quarters and a queen size pull out couch, along with 2 bathrooms. We feature 3 decks, one off the bow, one off the stern (great for morning coffee or catching some rays) and a 70' PARTY DECK on the roof. The party deck has abundant seating along with 2 flatscreen HD television and a gas grill. The master also has a 40' Vizio UHD flatscreen with Smartcast. The salon also has a 50' UHD flatscreen. Our boat comes fully stocked with clean linens and towels. The galley also comes fully stocked with dishes, utensils and small appliances along with Hi-Speed internet. You will meet a lot of very nice people that reside at the marina full time. Also, we have an golf cart and 2 Kayaks,1SUP and 2 beach cruiser bikes that are available for you to use while at our boat. Sorry, but the Houseboat doesn't leave the marina because of the river current. We also have a full-time Marina Manager and store on site should you need anything or have any questions with our boats. We want your stay with us to be a memorable one, and will make every attempt to make you want to come back. Proud to be a Premier Partner Host. Our boat is strictly non-smoking non-vaping.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return golf cart keys to the helm,
Make sure bikes are locked with cable lock if you used them
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Knoxville

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in East Knoxville, a neighbourhood in Knoxville. Regal Riviera and Maple Hall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Market Square and Bearden Antique Mall. Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and World's Fair Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Tennessee - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Honeybee Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fly By Night - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruth's Chris Steak House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clancy's Tavern & Whiskey House - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Magnificent 70' Houseboat with Roof Top Party Deck Walking Distance to DT Knox located?

Located in East Knoxville, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tennessee River, University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. Neyland Stadium is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great; golf cart was so helpful. We had a fun Family Day weekend in Knox....
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 of us came to a football game. Loved the location and being on the river
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri A.

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

Great location and beautiful houseboat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The houseboat is beautiful with lots of amenities. The owner was very easy to work with and provided lots of valuable information on the property in general, houseboat specifically, and attractions in the area. We loved sitting out on the balcony area watching boats, barges, and all kinds of wildlife float by. The check in process is a little confusing, but that's more because of the way the area is set up. Once you figure that out, it's super easy to get around. A couple of restaurants are within easy walking distance too. Having access to a golf cart made unloading/loading very easy. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area. It's truly the most unique vacation rental I've ever visited and would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal D.

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

Peaceful houseboat

Beautiful property. Very peaceful and relaxing a wonderful trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique place to stay!! Great Decor inside and as many others have noted, the party deck up top was fantastic. We did have an issue with the head that rendered it useless for the first day but the host bought us dinner and drinks to make up for it. It was an issue with the Marina and not the owner. Check it out as an alternate to a hotel in downtown. It was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great Stay!

Our group had an excellent time during our stay. It was everything we expected and would definitely recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

stacy a.

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

Perfect location

We had a great time in Knoxville. It was so much fun using the kayaks in the morning before heading out for the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

On the river

I really enjoyed my stay at this property. It was very convenient to the Riverwalk and a variety of local restaurants. I had to communicate with the owner about one thing and he was immediately available and very patient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna M.

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

A memorable getaway

We found the houseboat exactly as described, with all the amenities you would want for a restful vacation on the water. Everyone in the family had a lot of fun, and we would definitely recommend this property to our friends. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

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

Great Game Day experience

Highly recommend for a super fun experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Time on the TN River

Loved our time on the Moonlight Madness! Very clean and comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe V., Spirit lake

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

River time

We’ve been traveling for a month and this was our most memorable place coffee on the Stern in the sun watching college teams rowing and some friendly geese came by for snacks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael s., San Francisco Bay Area

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

Weekend on the River

We had a fabulous time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay on the Moonlight Madness! Great location, well apportioned boat with excellent amenities. We enjoyed the cool vibes even in the summer heat. Easy access to downtown Knoxville on the free trolley.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla N.

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

Cozy and fun

We stayed here when moving our son into UTK. Even though it was freezing outside, the boat was still warm and big enough for our family. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Just wonderful!

Great experience for the whole family! Clean, very accommodating and fun! Thank you for sharing Moonlight Madness with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Awesome

I had a wonderful time. It was absolutely wonderful!! I will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice Boat

The actual boat was nice, and the upper deck is great! Owner was very quick to respond. The surrounding environment could be better. There was an odd smell outside that got into the living room area and several other boats were dumping garbage into the water. One didn't see my daughter and splashed her. We decided to cut our stay short by a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

C D C.

Marvelous Moonlight Madness !!

It was absolutely awesome! The owners were great and very attentive, organized, and available for questions. Their Moonlight Madness houseboat went beyond our expectations ... roomy, comfortable beds, clean, great TVs and top deck, and the golf cart was invaluable. Location - perfect. We definitely recommend, and we are now planning our next visit back !

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Nice houseboat in convenient location

The boat was very clean and thoughtfully decorated - very fun/cool music theme. It was very comfortable and relaxing. This was our first time on a houseboat and it was nice to be on the water with great access to the city of Knoxville. Our kids enjoyed the kayaks which were available for our use. We would recommend this houseboat to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hans W.

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

Houseboat Experience

Wow! What a fantastic time! The houseboat was super clean and located in a great place with easy access to everything! The use of the golf cart made to and from the marina an easy trip as well! Looking forward to another football game weekend houseboat experience in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C P.

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

Bassmaster 2023

2nd time staying Bassmaster 2019
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrea h.

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

Wonderful Stay!

The house boat was a wonderful and unique stay while visiting the University of Tennessee with my raising senior and family. After a full day of touring the campus and the Knoxville area it was so relaxing to hang out on the top deck with amazing water view and a glass of wine. The golf cart was such a nice added bonus. We enjoyed a casual and yummy dinner at Calhaun’s with more beautiful water views. Thank you for sharing your houseboat. It was an absolute wonderful stay in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Relaxing and unique experience

We loved staying on the Moonlight Madness houseboat. Alfons, our host, and Joe at the marina were very welcoming and available during our stay. Sitting out side on the upper patio, enjoying the breeze and river views was so relaxing. Easy access to downtown Knoxville and several restaurants gave us lots of options for dining and to explore. This was our first time renting a boat on a vacation and it provided a unique experience for our entire family. Thank you, Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hunter R.

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

August in Knoxville

Could not have picked a better spot. Had more fun and made more friends than I ever intended. Al, you and your wife have found a very special place. Not too jealous because I will be back. VERY well done!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Pleasantly Surprised

Was worried about the motion in the ocean but you can really not tell that you are on the water unless you just stare right at the water and try to watch the boat move. Otherwise you really think your just on a condo! Golf cart usage was a really nice addition!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Fonz

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Our daughter played soccer for the University of Tennessee. We make several trips out to cheer on the Volunteers. We love the Knoxville area and the Volunteer Landing Marina. This location is absolutely perfect. We can walk to everything from Downtown to Neyland stadium. Not to mention Ruths Crists Steakhouse, which is steps from our boat.

Why they chose this property

We wanted something other than a boring hotel room or a small stuffy condo. The boat is awesome with the newly renovated interior and huge party decks. We can kayak off the back of the boat and paddle to Calhoun's on the river. Houseboat living is unique and charming. This boat has never been smoked on or in.

What makes this property unique

Water access, great location and very safe and secured marina with onsite staff. Full time on-site Marina Manager to assist you with anything you need. Secured and gated docks.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests