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5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property. provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property.

  • Make yourself at home in this 3-bedroom Baxter retreat, a unique property nestled in the woods of Putnam County. Bring your fishing poles and life jackets and walk 25 yards to the 3-acre private lake outside your front door. Fish from the shore, enjoy the paddle boat, ride in the canoe, or hike in the nearby woods.
    This private, peaceful, wooded retreat is located on 17 acres and offers a wonderful connection with nature and your family.
    We’re located 2.7 miles from Burgess Falls State Park, 5.3 miles from Window Cliffs Natural Area, and 7.2 miles to I-40 Cookeville.

    Connect with nature and unplugging for a few days. We do have WIFI and there are two smart tv's, one in the Master Bedroom and one in the living room with a DVD player. A variety of movies are provided for your use if you choose, located on the bookshelf in the bedroom closest to the driveway. Our Verizon cells work in various areas on the property.

    LIABILITY WAIVER:
    By renting our property you are agreeing and acknowledging that there are inherent risks involved with boating, hiking, poison oak, outdoor bugs and critters, walking on a "dock" with no rails, stairs, and campfires that could pose a potential danger for adults and children. Children must be carefully supervised at all times at the water and there is NO SWIMMING in the lake. If you use the boating vessels, we strongly recommend life jackets to be worn.
    By renting our property you are agreeing and acknowledging the potential risks and agree to accept full responsibility for any bodily injury that may occur to you and others in your party, and waive any claim whatsoever against the owners for accidents or claims arising from these activities.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
    Caney Fork River is the main source feeding into Center Hill Lake. Falling Water River is another major tributary into the lake on the south. Our property backs up to Falling Water River, which is located 120 yards from the front door.

    Listen to the stunning variety of birds nearby, enjoy the geese that often decide to take a short vacation on our lake, and watch the Purple Martins swoop in and out of their home as they reside on our little island. We are so thankful for these beautiful and beneficial songbirds. It took several years before they decided to occupy our birdhouse. You'll also most likely see occasional deer wander through our property. And we hope you'll enjoy the solitude of sitting by the firepit, and getting in touch with the country surroundings.

    This refuge is our place of family gatherings and solitude. It's a place where we can unplug and enjoy nature...and social media takes a back seat for a few days. Since there are times that we can't fit our family gatherings into our schedules, we decided to offer our property for others to enjoy also. It is our hope that you feel the peace and togetherness of family that we feel.

    Our property is located in the heart of water activities, water falls, and amazing trails in this Putnam County/White County/DeKalb County area.
    We are located:
    3 miles to Burgess Falls State Park
    5 miles to Window Cliffs Nature Area
    7 miles to Cane Hollow (which is the closest Center Hill Lake access)
    7 miles to Fancher Falls (boat access)
    10 miles to Cookeville Boat Dock
    19 miles to Cummins Falls State Park
    23 miles to Rock Island State Park
    41 miles to Fall Creek Falls State Park
    43 miles to Cumberland Caverns

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About the area

Located in Baxter, 5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property. is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Window Cliffs State Natural Area and Burgess Falls State Park, while Baxter Visitor Center and Museum and Cookeville Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucker Stadium or Hooper Eblen Center. Visit our Baxter travel guide
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Baxter, TN

What's nearby

  • A forested landscape with rocky cliffs and a clear sky.
    Window Cliffs State Natural Area
    7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
    Burgess Falls State Park
    7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Burgess Falls Lake
    8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Southern Hills Golf Course
    12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Arabian Dream Lake
    12 min drive - 9.4 km

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    20 min drive
  • McDonald's
    20 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    20 min drive
  • Roberts Family Diner
    11 min drive
  • Hardee's
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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5 minutes from Burgess Falls! Fish, canoe & paddle boating on private property. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was a perfect location for visiting surrounding waterfalls. Wildlife was abundant. Fish were caught. Sitting out by the fire looking up at the stars was so relaxing. The kids had a great time with the peddle boat and canoe. The welcome cake was delicious. Hosts were friendly and attentive. I would recommend this stay to anyone looking for a little escape from the hustle and bustle. And would definitely come back to explore different places if our plans permit.
Burgess Falls (I think this is the middle fall). We saw someone get engaged at the main falls.
Peddle Boat & canoe getting good use!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a beautiful place . The vibe was perfect , the
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful visit at the Lake Escape. Perfectly secluded yet still minutes from the city. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lake getaway

Had a very relaxing and quiet weekend. Caught a few bass and blue gill. Had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful getaway

Enjoy fishing, wildlife, trails, and disconnecting from the hustle & bustle. Private getaway perfect for our family. 1 hr to Nashville is close enough to the busy if you need it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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As advertised

The place was clean and as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views at this place are stunning, peaceful and relaxing. Such a great place to unplug and enjoy nature. We so enjoyed our moonlight paddle boat rides and breakfast and coffee on the porch. The host made sure we had a great stay, and provided an apple cake that was amazing for our stay. Remember to bring your charcoal if you want to grill and extra K-cups if you’re a coffee drinker. So easy to get to Center Hill Lake, we enjoyed taking our jet ski up to Burgess and Francher Falls. If you do not have a boat or jet ski, we did meet the wonderful couple that owns Dabbling Duck Charters who will gladly take you by pontoon boat to the falls. So book here and enjoy a peace of Heaven’s Artwork just outside the front door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025