Perched on South Holston Lake, this lake house offers a serene escape. Eight large picture windows in the sunroom den frame the majestic views of Cherokee National Forest. With a private boat dock and steps connecting to the house, you can easily enjoy boating, swimming or canoeing in your own secluded cove.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12242 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake
Overlooking the most beautiful mountain lake in Tn. Just off the Rt 421 bridge crossing South Holston Lake we are next to but separate from Laurel Marina. A small cove sits in front of home allowing for easy fishing off our dock or from a canoeThis Lake house features a sunroom den .. eight large picture windows overlooking South Holston Lake surrounded by mountainous Cherokee National Forest. There is a strict limit of 4 sedan size parking area due to a boat stored on lot.
You feel like you are in a large treehouse where wildlife is at eye level.Our Boat dock is connected by steps to the house on the lake . It permits guest to boat, dock and swim in cove from our dock.The views from the house are incredible
South Holston Lake is a pristine lake with incredible mountain s on the far side. A Wood deck surrounds the house We arelocated next to Laurel Marina Yacht Club which cater to boaters. House furnished with foosball, keyboard synthesizer, miniature pool table. The Appalachian trail is just a few miles away. Motorcycle riders know the rt 421 loop as part of the ‘dragon ‘s tail” it is very popular on weekends.
The house overlooks the lake with its own isolated cove with easy access to Abingdon orBristol with the Raceway. A canoe is available for use. The area has great seasonal fishing and hunting. .The lodge is well furnished from kitchen to bathrooms.You bring the food only. You can swim and enjoy a outdoor heated shower (in season). The dock allows boaters / jet skis to tie up to dock.
Activities near this 26 mile long lake include:lake beaches boating, jet skiing, whitewater canoeing/kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, fishing, games, relaxing, hiking on Appalachian Trail, Bristol Motor Speedway (late March and Aug), Fantasy in Lights (track lite show), Barter Theatre, and Paramount Theaters, Bristol Caverns, mountain climbing, Story Telling ,Dollywood, National Forest, pioneer history sites, lake swimming, boat renting, horse back riding, caving, Bristol, VA is the Original Home of Country Music. In September there is a country music festival called Rhythm and Roots setup for September. 19 Story telling festival in Jonesborough, Tn is nearby.
Historic Bristol is a city split between Virginia and Tennessee. It is known for the Museum of the birthplace of country music , State line restrauntsand the Bristol Motor Speedway. Nearby Barter Theatre , Martha Washington Inn and Spa in Abingdon. This is a wonderful mountain lake on edge of Cherokee National Forest across. from house.
The lake is good for fishing,boating and jet skis.Nearby local rivers provide a base for trout fishing ,whitewater ,canoeing and kayaking. Bring your equipment and fishing gear for trout or Lake fish.
Keywords: Beautiful home with an outstanding view of the mountain lake mountain hikes,jet ski ,boat dock ,swim ,marina.
Guest are on notice video cameras are outside the house pointed to outside parking area, front door front steps and side steps around house. Recordings for security may be made .
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
20 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please follow checkout instructions on main table.
Make sure trash is taken to Laurel Marina dumsters Avoid animals getting in trash by frequently dumping trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: See limits on pet ,dogs only $100/pet per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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: 12
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Bristol, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Paramount Center for the Arts and Birthplace of Country Music Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bristol Municipal Stadium and Barter Theatre. Travelling with kids? Consider The Arts Depot, or check out an event or a game at Bristol Motor Speedway. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Bristol travel guide
Is Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property 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.
How much is parking at Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake located?
This family-friendly Bristol holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from South Holston Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Paramount Center for the Arts and Euclid Shopping Center. Lee Garden Shopping Center and State Line Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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We had a fantastic stay and I do plan to go back. 15 minutes from the race track, lots of a options near the property to buy essentials and fishing gear. Dock was a great area to fish and hang out. Host had great communication as well!
Property was as described. Beautiful area not far from Bristol. We attended NASCAR night races and it was very convenient from race track. Visited downtown Bristol each day to explore food and activities. Close to Bristol caverns which kids enjoyed. Would love to come back to area and explore more.
Barnard, was very communicative. The place was great fit for me and my family for Christmas. slept everyone comfortably.The only negative I have is there was dust and the bathtub was dirty. Like how a house gets dirty when no been around for awhile. Other than that I would definitely suggest for a lake side vacation.
Great stay. Probably my favorite rental. Bernard was awesome and available, the location was perfect and the house was everything we needed. Easy access to the water, marina down the street.
There are steps lol
There are spiders, webs, and insects outside. You are in the woods! but the house was clean and homey.
The lake house was perfect for our family needs. There was plenty of room for all who stayed. For those who complained about spiders, just remember you are in the woods and that’s what nature is going to give you. Can’t wait until next year. Thank you Bernard for welcoming our family into your home.
The lake house has a beautiful view. Plenty of room for the family, lots of steps kept us exercising! It could use a deep cleaning though, especially the bathrooms, and there was mice mess on one of the beds. The kitchen was clean and had sufficient pans etc, but not 1 sharp knife. Lots of deck area for sitting outside.
We were in town for the Nascar races at Bristol. This is a great location to get away for some peacefulness but still be close to the track. This house is a well-kept, clean house, with a great view. Plenty of seating inside and out. The only issue we had was that this house was listed as a 5 bedroom (2 Queen, 4 Double, 1Twin) sleeping 12. When we showed up there were only 4 bedrooms (2 Queen, 2 Double, 1 Twin), one bedroom of which you must walk through in order to get to another bedroom. We went from having 7 beds to 5. This made it interesting finding sleeping arrangements for the 9 of us when not everyone married or small in size. We did make do sleeping on couches but not at all what we were expecting, nor what was listed when we reserved the hours. The landlord did update after we reached out but still does list too many beds, as of when we left the house there were 2 queens, 2 doubles, 1 twin, and a futon. Very disappointed with the landlord who would not work with us on this, we didn't even get a "sorry, we did mess that up".
This was our second time renting this house. We love the lake views, the private boat dock, and proximity to Laurel Marina—it’s all about spending time on South Holston Lake for us. There’s a LOT of stairs which may be difficult if you have older family members, but overall it’s a really great rental home for people who enjoy nature and the beauty of Tennessee!!
Nice property. Is on 3 levels which wasn’t a problem. A few lights were out in different areas of the house. The motion light in front didn’t work. We enjoyed the area and the house, it was everything that the post said. We would stay again, very relaxing. Would recommend it.
John K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Cheryl P.
12 Oct 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Disappointed
We seen the reviews and thought they may have been exaggerated. I can handle rustic, however, the house was dirty, cobwebs everywhere, dangerous steps... We were embarrassed to have our family there. On a positive note it was the most beautiful view I have ever seen.
The host was wonderful to deal with and got back to us very quickly when a questioned needed answered. The dock and cove were great and you had the whole cove to yourself.
This home was absolutely perfect for our family. The location is perfect. We enjoyed swimming and the dock in our own little private cove. The proximity to laurel marina is also perfect. The home is very beautiful and clean with impeccable views. Our dogs were also very happy to be able to join us at the lake! 10 out of 10! Can’t wait to return!
Great stay again this year. The house is exactly what we need. We are on the lake all and the house is convenient to the many areas we hang out at on the water. Delta Blues at Laurel Marina is wonderful. We did grill a lot again this year and had big breakfast each morning. New cookware and extra serving bowls is greatly needed. Hopefully we can make the trip again next year. Carol Osborne, Iowa
We had a fantastic time. The views were incredible and the access to the marina which was just a short walk up the road and the dock which was just down a few stairs made for a perfect week.
Jeff J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Max C.
8 Jan 2019
great place to relax and enjoy with the family
we spend a week for new year 2019, we enjoy the view to the lake and the commodities of the house. we definitely stay again.
Property was nice, easy to find and close to some hikes; there is no yard though and you must drive everywhere except to the one lake it's on, no hiking possibility to walk to. The owner was responsive and a nice place to get away for a few days.