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Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port

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A covered outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a view of a lake and forest.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a landscaped garden.
A view from inside a room to a balcony with a metal railing, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a door with a keypad lock.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Maynardville, TN
  • Place, Norris Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Neyland Stadium
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Maynardville

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Norris Lake and 6.8 km (4.2 mi) from Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Maynardville holiday home include Putting Green and Volleyball Court.
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What's nearby

  • Norris Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 52 min drive - 57.9 km
  • University of Tennessee - 53 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 54 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 54 min drive - 63.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪China One - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Brew's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Love Shack - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪dizzy j's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port

Listing Description:
Lakefront home at the end of Dodson Creek Cove on year-round water: private dock with a covered boat slip, jet ski port and swim ladder, kayaks included, hot tub and fire pit on the deck. Three bedrooms sleep 11 (two kings and three twins, plus an inflatable mattress). A short, steep paved walkway leads down to the water. Ten minutes to Maynardville, about 45 to city centre Knoxville, 5 to Beach Island Marina and Boathouse at 33. Our rental pontoons deliver right to the dock.

The Space:
THE HOUSE
Kitchen with a standard coffee maker and a K-Cup brewer, dishwasher, fridge (with a second fridge downstairs), stove and microwave, plus a kitchen table. Two full baths. Hot tub, Weber gas grill (we supply the propane), fire pit (we supply the firewood), cornhole boards, Samsung Smart TVs throughout (sign in to your own streaming apps; there is no cable), and KUB Fibre Wi-Fi with a mesh system. Two decks with a patio below. One thermostat upstairs runs the whole house, so the lower level stays a little cooler.

GETTING TO THE WATER
A paved concrete walkway with no steps runs from the house down to the dock. It is short but steep, like most of Norris Lake.

KAYAKS
Four kayaks and paddles are included, racked near the dock; please return them after use. We do not supply life jackets for the kayaks, so bring your own.

DOCK & WATER
Private dock with a swim ladder, a jet ski port and one covered slip, which is yours (one boat per house). We keep one of our rental pontoons on the outside of the dock most of the time, so it may be there during your stay; let us know ahead if you are bringing a boat. The dock has power and lights (the switch is behind the washing machine and dryer). No jumping from the upper level of the dock, which has steel cables underneath. This end of the cove has year-round water, about 10 to 15 feet off the dock; TVA lowers the lake in fall and raises it in spring, so levels change through the off season.

BOATS & TRAILERS
Launch at Beach Island Marina (5 minutes) before you drive in: Jessee Rd is a single-lane road with a few dips and rises, and the driveway is steep and shared with the house next door, so caravans cannot stay at the house. We have two nearby places you can leave a caravan for your stay, and the marina may hold it too; we send the details once you book.

PONTOON RENTALS
$325 per day plus a $50 insurance fee and tax, delivered to the dock with a full tank. Book online at least a week ahead to guarantee delivery (the link is in your booking messages). Operators need a valid boater's licence or a birth date before January 1, 1989. Boats stay in after dark (insurance rule) and come back with a full tank. Adult life jackets are included; bring kids' sizes.

TUBES & LILY PADS
Two-person tubes ($60 per day) and 15 x 6 ft floating lily pads ($40 per day) can be added to any stay. Reserve a week ahead and they will be at the house when you arrive.

Guest Access:
The whole house is yours. Up to 4 cars and 1 boat. The driveway is shared with the house next door, so please park only in the spots by the house and keep the drive clear.

Other Things to Note:
-Check-in 4 PM, check-out 10 AM. Early check-in from 1 PM is sometimes possible when the cleaning schedule allows; ask and we will try.
-You must be 25 to book.
-Included: all linens, bath towels, pots, pans, utensils and baking sheets, plus a starter supply of dish soap, dishwasher pods, paper towels, one roll of toilet paper per bathroom and trash bags. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. Bring extra paper products and trash bags, detergent, and beach towels for the hot tub and lake.
-No pets. No parties or events. No smoking inside; outside with the door shut is fine. Quiet hours 10 PM to 8 AM.
-Outdoor security cameras cover the entry doors; there are no cameras inside. The hot tub has no lock, so keep an eye on kids, and keep the cover on whenever it is not in use.
-Nearest supermarket is Food City, 10 minutes away.
-Lakefront Escape next door sleeps 14; book both for groups up to 25.
-Month-to-month stays are available in the off season; message us.
-No refunds for weather or lake levels.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Check-in 4 PM, check-out 10 AM. Must be 25 to book.
Maximum 11 overnight guests; there is no extra-guest fee, but the maximum is firm and visitors count towards it. No pets. No parties or events.
No smoking inside. Quiet hours 10 PM to 8 AM. Maximum 4 cars and 1 boat; no caravans at the house. Keep the hot tub cover on when not in use.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakefront Home Norris Lake House Maynardville
Beautiful Lakefront Home Norris Lake Maynardville
Beautiful front Norris Maynar
Mountain Retreat Maynardville
Mountain Lake Retreat Maynardville
Beautiful Lakefront Home on Norris Lake!!
Mountain Lake Retreat Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port.

Is there a private hot tub at Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port?

No, Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mountain Lake Retreat w/ Kayaks & Jet Ski Port Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house. Gunner was very responsive to all of our questions. Very easy to check in and out. Really recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Really enjoyed this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, lake view, host was top notch, kind and communication was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Great Place At The Lake

We always enjoy coming to Norris Lake , this is a great place to enjoy your stay quiet peaceful cove , nice dock , super easy rental process , overall 5✨ stay . Great people to rent from and enjoy your time at the lake .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Trip

Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Trip

Everything at this property was great. Everyone was responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Norris Lake

The property was in a great location, quiet cove, cute house. Our only complaint is the downstairs bedroom could use window coverings on the doors, and there is a birds nest on the dock which made for bird poop on our boat everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun at the Lake!

Our first time to Norris Lake was amazing! The house was perfect! We had so much fun on our boat and swimming off the dock! The kayaks were a bonus! The property was perfect and the cove was so peaceful! We will definitely rent again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at this Norris Lake property and would absolutely book it again. From the moment we reserved the house, the owner was outstanding to work with. Communication was excellent—responsive, helpful, and proactive throughout the entire process.The home was spotless when we arrived and very well maintained. The views of Norris Lake are incredible, and we never got tired of sitting on the deck and taking in the scenery. The lake itself was beautiful, with crystal-clear water that made swimming and spending time on the water a highlight of the trip.The kayaks were a fantastic bonus and were enjoyed by both adults and kids. We also rented a boat, which was a great experience and allowed us to explore more of the lake’s coves and shoreline. The dock is one of the best features of the property—easy to access, spacious, and perfect for swimming, relaxing, and tying up the boat.This home delivered everything we were hoping for in a lake vacation: a beautiful setting, a clean and comfortable house, excellent amenities, and a host who truly cares about their guests’ experience. We made wonderful family memories here and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great Norris Lake getaway.The
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Making Memories

Easy Check-in Home was well equipped with cooking tools, bedding, towels, etc. View is gorgeous! Quiet neighborhood Well worth the money!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yearly trip 2023

We love this house. It is very clean and the beds are SO comfy. This is also our favorite neighborhood to stay in on the lake. We definitely will be booking this home again and I’ve already shared the listing with other friends who would like to book this house as well. Communication 100% thank you so much for making our yearly trip so cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

The property is even better than listed. Extremely clean - both inside and out! The location is perfect with a nice walk down to the water. Although it is steep, it is fairly easy for most properties in the area. Owners and managers were responsive and helpful. One of the best I ever rented!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, stay was very good. Advertised as expected, host was responsive, accommodating and met expectations. Home was clean, very spacious, with a beautiful view of the lake. Only issues would include parking set up and hot tub. Parking is at a very steep incline and makes parking a little more challenging, along with packing, unpacking etc. Hot tub was nice amenity; however, the chemical levels probably need to be adjusted, as the hot tub bleached all of our kids swim suits and also gave them chemical burns on their skin. This probably sounds worse than it was. We survived, but it was annoying and frustrating for the kids who wanted to be in the hot tub all of the time. Overall, very good stay, though, and would go back
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family getaway

Just left this beautiful lakehouse and we are so sad. We had the best week with our family of 11. So many great memories on Norris Lake. The owner was so quick to respond each time I messaged him. Very helpful. So nice and easy to have the pier and easy access to the lake right out the back door. Perfect getaway on the lake, we did not have to leave the property for anything except boating. Amazing week and already planning for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Overall

The house was lovely.Everything was as described. Two cabinets need repaired. Doors fell off. Propane tank was empty. We didn’t feel comfortable Changing it. 5pm check in seemed late. Overall it was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Renting the boat was a very easy process. The host comminicates promptly. It is located in a quiet part of the lake with minimal lake traffic noises. The views are beautiful. Be prepared for a steep drive down the driveway and a steep walk down to the dock - both are worth it! My only complaint is that the ground floor bedroom has full windowed doors (one facing the driveway and the others face the deck with the hot tub) and do not have any window coverings. Blinds or curtains to give the option of privacy is definitely needed. The house had plenty of firewood for evening fires. The beds were very comfortable. Bring an extension cord for anything you need to charge on the nightatand as there are no outlets by the bed on the lower floor. Plenty of towels available. And laundry is available if needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

To Steep For Me.

First let me say other than a few minor broken items, the home is very nice. The home is located on a one lane road on the side of a mountain. The driveway is unbelievably steep and the walk down to the dock even steeper. By afternoon no one wanted to go down to the dock because of the walk back up or walk up that driveway to get in a car. You share the driveway with home next door and it can be a little crowded. Nice home, just too steep for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Norris Family Vaca #10!

Our stay at this little cottage was a welcomed summer break! Lake access and the house location on the lake was perfect! The cove where the house is located is very large and very quiet. It's off the main body of the lake but not your typical cove location! With two littles this year there was a quiet and wave free place for our five year old granddaughter to become more confident in her swimming abilities! The house accommodated our party of seven adults and two kiddos. The decks were wonderful places to gather for breakfast and late evening games. The hot tub was a plus for the two year old who still isn't quite sure about the BIG lake! Having anccess to a rental pontoon that was waiting for us when we anrrived was a big plus! It was used every day! Everything was wonderful! The path from the house to the dock is very steep without railings, which proved challenging for the older adults (I am still on the rehab side of a knee replacement!!) but by the end of the week, it seemed to get easier! If we could changed anything, it might have been nice to have one more bathroom and another ice maker, as only the kitchen refrigerator made ice! We just purchased ice but the access to ice was limited in the house when we used it to pack coolers in the morning! Thank you for helping us create some AWESOME memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of sheets & towels. The walk to the dock was a breeze due to a full sidewalk & short distance. Instructions for who to contact IF we needed anything were crystal clear as were the instructions for how to leave the house upon dismissal. Our cove was lovely & the kids played in the water everyday & fed fish every morning. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location

We brought our own boat last week in June. The cul de sac cove is quiet and great to swim in. Take the boat for 5 min and you’re out in the main channel. This side of the lake is not busy but still close to Bubba Brews. We had smooth water all week. House is well appointed for 9 people with included bedding. 2 bathrooms is enough. Kitchen was great. Hot tub works. Enjoyed the fireplace. Dock was great. Driveway is steep but didn’t bother us. Walk from house to dock has a newly paved concrete sidewalk. It wouldn’t be easy for elderly or those with bad knees. Our group was aged 13-45 and didn’t stop us from having fun for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house in cove

We got extremely lucky finding this house, it was the last house on the lake that would fit out group of 8. Four adults and four kids ranging in age 12-15. First, the location, super easy to find by boat because it’s the first cove past Bubba Brews. Also, the cove was great because it’s in a no wake zone so you can paddleboard and kayak as well as swim off the dock without worrying about big wakes. The kids would swim off the dock in the evening, no worries because there are lights. We rented a pontoon from the owner, it was at the dock and in great shape, just as they stated and it was super convenient. Fire pit area is well stocked with wood (thank you!) House was great and I was pleasantly surprised at all of the kitchen items available, crock pot, blender and plenty of plates, glasses, flatware. The one word of caution because we looked at the exterior pictures and didn’t heed the warning. The walk from the house to the dock is extremely steep and dangerous, especially if it’s raining or in the morning and late evening when iits damp out. My father came ans he is over 70, I was very concerned about a fall. It was difficult to get heavy or awkward items to and from the dock due to the severe incline. Other than the incline, everything was fantastic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family and friends getaway!

Everything was wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Vacation

The property is beautiful if I were to make any changes I would do a pathway down to the boat dock because you have to maneuver goose poop and a steep hill on slippery grass 😟..Shades for upstairs bedroom would be a huge plus !!! When you’re on vacation you sometimes want to sleep in and not get up at 6:30 in the morning … Overall a beautiful property!!! Thanks The Llewellyn Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location!

This house is definitely on the quieter end of the lake. We loved that it was in a quiet cove that the kids could swim in. I feel the house looks much bigger in pics than what it is but regardless, we really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021