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Secluded Mountaintop Retreat | Views | Hot Tub
Your Elegant Mountain Adventure Awaits! Avalon Ridge is a breathtaking, private, modern cabin, perched high in the Smoky Mountains, with unparalleled views! The expansive bedroom features a stone fireplace and luxurious soaking tub, the woodland loft is surrounded by old-growth hardwoods, and floor to ceiling windows showcase the view from anywhere in the cabin! Enjoy sunrise from the breakfast perch, or unwind with a luxurious soak in the private hot tub. Reserve this mountaintop retreat today!

"LadyA" frame! Kayak+Hike+River+Glamp adventure!
Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous escape, "Lady A" is a unique opportunity to unwind and recharge in the great outdoors. Designed to provide a comfortable and cozy stay, while still allowing you to feel fully connected to the natural world around. With dense forest bordering a river, relaxation & adventure awaits at every turn. Many adventures onsite & nearby: Winery-13m Drive thru Safari Park-7m Whitewater Raft-28m Smoky Mtns-45m Dollywood-45m Zipline 25m +more.

Abrams Loft Romantic Private Aframe *with hot tub*
This secluded family built aframe is surrounded by woods and has a mountain/country side view. With an outdoor shower, hot tub and water feature you will lose yourself in peace and relaxation. We are a quick drive from the major cities (Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Townsend, Knoxville) and The Great Smoky Mountains. 55" Smart TV, king size bed with quality linens, bathrobes, books, vinyls and a kitchenette with cooking supplies. Adventure and/or relaxation are at your fingertips at Abrams Loft.

Great Smoky Mountain Riverfront Cabin
Beautiful Cabin on pristine River just outside Townsend TN. Where you can enjoy the water & Wildlife including River otters, Bald Eagles , Blue Herons, Variety of Ducks , Osprey Falcon, Fishing and much more! Cabin boast large deck with Screen Porch. At ground level is Large covered patio area with grill, hot tub, & easy path to Lakefront access. Cabin features inside an abundance of Ship lap and fine wood work, Master has custom 2 in 1 grotto shower . Upstairs master has commanding views.

The Ambleside Cottage
The Ambleside Cottage offers full privacy for a single or a couple looking for a serene getaway surrounded by the beauty of the Appalachian mountains. This magical cabin is conveniently located for travelers, yet Ambleside feel like a remote retreat nestled in the woods above Elk Fork Creek. The Cottage is an adorable tiny house, offering 500 square feet of living space with a kitchenette, a sitting area, and a bathroom with a shower. The queen-size bed is upstairs in the sleeping loft.

Bolton Farm Jackie’s Jewel 2 bd/1 bath
Farm experience/relax and enjoy our 15 acre little piece of heaven.Sit on the deck overlook the fish pond,watch the mini animals play in the field. View goats, mini ponies/donkeys. free gated secure parking for your atv/boat trailer. Full stocked kitchen,tile walk in shower, washer/dryer, Qn bed, queen sleeper sofa, 65” tv and gas grill on deck. 5 acre field is open to explore around pond. We love hosting please inquire about discounts on extended stays for travel nurses or remote workers

Tiny House on Little River | Near Smoky Mountains
Escape to our romantic tiny house on Little River, a peaceful retreat but close to everything! Perfect for honeymoons, couples’ getaways, or a quiet escape, our cozy riverside home offers fast Wi-Fi, a dreamy setting, and thoughtful touches for your stay. We’re just 25 min to DT Knoxville and Townsend, 35 min to Pigeon Forge and 55 min to Gatlinburg—the perfect base for exploring the Smoky Mountains. Unwind by the water, explore nearby trails, or cozy up inside or in the hot tub! 🫶🏼💕

The Smoky Mountain Treehouse, Views, Cedar Hot Tub
This place is anything but ordinary. The Smoky Mountain Treehouse is the only one of its kind in the area - a luxurious, custom-built treetop experience with a spectacular view and the comforts of home, and then some. Cross the 40’ swinging bridge and enter the grand arched door where you’ll be transported to a place where the nostalgia of a treehouse is combined with the luxury of modern day. This unique property has everything you’ll need for a romantic or adventure-filled getaway!

Pirate Cove - Lakefront on Norris Lake w/ dock
Lakefront - This rental is the new addition to our home. It has its own private entrance, your private great room, Master ensuite with huge walk in shower. There is a Queen size bed in the great room that would be perfect for extra guest. This part of our home is separated from our own personal living space by a sliding barn door that will be latched for your privacy. Although we will be in the main part of the home we want you to enjoy your time and enjoy Norris Lake.

Creek Side Smoky Mtn Retreat on 3 Private Acres
No steep Mtn roads. Easy access off I-40. Be prepared to be awed! You’ve just found a little slice of heaven. Stay next to a fully functioning 1798 grist mill. A rare piece of TN history This 2 story, coziest of cabins on 3 secluded acres Relax by your own private cascading creek. Cook out on the grill, picnic or warm up by the fire pit, all creek side Dandridge (the 2nd oldest town in TN) scenic Douglas Lake, Pigeon Forge and The Smokies are close by

Norris lakefront home with covered boat dock
Year-round lakefront home on Dodson Creek with a covered boat dock and gentle slope to the lake. Spacious deck and large windows overlook the cove with panoramic views of Norris Lake's emerald green waters. Beach Island Marina is a 6 minute drive from the house which features boat rentals, a boat ramp and a seasonal restaurant often with live music. Easy access from Maynardville Hwy (TN SR 33) - No twisty, windy roads here. 30 minutes north of Knoxville.

The Taliaferro Loft Farm Retreat
Looking for a fun-filled vacation but want to come back to peace & quiet? This is the place! Our barn is situated on 68 beautiful rolling acres. Relax on the porch & enjoy views of the Smoky Mountains and Fort Loudon Lake. Kids can enjoy the playground and the walking trail. Feel free to feed the horses carrots and the sheep apples. New clean barn with a private condo located above the horse stables.
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Your guide to Norris Lake
All About Norris Lake
At the foot of the Cumberland Mountains, with the vibrant town of Knoxville to the south and the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area to the north, Norris Lake is one of the more popular recreational destinations in Tennessee. The lake’s 800 miles of coastline are studded with several state parks, small communities, bars and restaurants, and more than 20 marinas with boat rentals available. Rent a boat from one of the local outfitters, and you can explore various coves and bays by motorboat, kayak, or canoe. After a busy afternoon on Norris Lake, you can enjoy a meal from one of the floating or waterfront restaurants, many of which offer boat parking and live music.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Norris Lake
The northwestern regions of Tennessee have a varied and temperate climate, with distinct seasons and moderate changes in weather throughout the year. Summers on the lake are hot and humid, with occasional rainfall and long sunny days that are excellent for getting in and on the lake. If you’re traveling during this time, you may want to check out the Fire on the Water Fourth of July Festival, a fireworks display on the lake’s western shores.
The shoulder seasons are great times to visit as the crisp temperatures make for excellent hiking weather through the adjacent Big Ridge State Park and Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area. The fall is the most visually stunning time of year, with autumn hues of orange and red decorating the rolling landscape surrounding the lake. The winters can get quite cold — though they rarely reach freezing temperatures — with roughly the same overall levels of precipitation found in the summer.
Top things to do in Norris Lake
Museum of Appalachia
The Museum of Appalachia is a 65-acre recreation of a pioneer-era village and one of the area’s most expansive and detailed historical sites. You’ll find dozens of historically accurate structures here such as barns, schools, and cabins — along with hundreds of thousands of artifacts, including instruments, textiles, and art — from pioneer settlements and regional Indigenous tribes.
Big Ridge State Park
More than a dozen miles of hiking trails wind among dense hickory forests, along meandering streams, and through lush valleys in this state park along the southern shores of Norris Lake. You can cool off from a long hike by swimming at the beaches here, or make use of the many public sporting courts and facilities.
Paddling on the Lake
Motorized watercraft are the most popular kind of boat on Norris Lake, but exploring the coasts with a kayak or paddleboard provides a unique way to experience the area. Hundreds of coves and inlets around the lake — most only accessible by water — house dramatic rock formations, waterfalls, and secluded beaches. Paddling your way around the sights allows you to access several inlets too small for larger motorboats to enter, creating a truly intimate and tranquil experience on the lake.
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- Dollywood
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- Neyland Stadium
- Soaky Mountain Waterpark
- Dollywood's Splash Country Water Adventure Park
- Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing
- Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
- Tennessee National Golf Club
- Zoo Knoxville
- Holston Hills Country Club
- Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
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