Escape to the shores of Douglas Lake at this beautiful log home, nestled on a 40-acre estate. Take advantage of the private dock, kayak or paddleboat around the lake's 28,000 acres and explore trails on property. With a fully-equipped chef-level kitchen and fireplace in the living room, you'll feel right at home.
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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14418 sq m
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Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes.
This is a roomy, stunningly beautiful log home on a 40 acre estate on the shores of Douglas Lake. It is the main house for the estate, and there is a small house that is also available for short term rentals. If interested, inquire about renting both houses at the same time for a fantastic stay! The VRBO number for the other property is #1493033 if you would like to check it out. Those are the only two homes on the estate. Each house has a private dock in separate coves of the lake. Check out the Google location function and description for more about the property.
This is not your average rental place. It is a luxury home built specifically as the flagship home for Hearthstone Inc., the premier log & timber home manufacturing company in the country. It was featured in Log Home Living in July 2001. Look around a bit and you'll find a great article about it.
The wonderful feature about this property is that, despite the perfect location, it feels as if you are off in a peaceful world by yourself. The lodge itself is at the end of a peninsula with a half mile driveway away from the nearest road and is surrounded by a 28,000 acre lake.
There is no other piece of rental or residential property near here to compare in terms of beauty, location, activities, ease of access to interstates, and many attractions - without sacrificing peace, quiet, tranquility, and privacy.
Douglas Lake is a premier destination recreational and fishing lake with over 28,000 acres and more than 500 miles of shore line that spans over 30 miles long across multiple counties. However, Douglas is still quiet, relaxing place to be and provides good fun for all ages!
This home is located less than a mile from Dandridge, a charming, historical town that is credited with being the 2nd oldest town in Tennessee. The Point Marina and Restaurant is roughly a quarter mile away and offers dinner with impeccable views. Just 3 miles away, Exit 417 off of I-40 also offers additional places to eat. We are located about 30-50 minutes to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge tourist attractions or the Great Smoky Mountains, where there is family fun for every type of adventure. Knoxville is 30 miles away and features great restaurants and shopping locations. Asheville, NC, is about 85 miles away if you are looking for a short day trip during your stay. Hot Springs, NC, is about 40 miles away and offers a resort and spa with real hot spring tubs. This home is at a premier location on Douglas Lake with easy access to everything in the region. That is, IF you ever want to leave the property!
On the property, there is a private dock for each of the two homes located in separate coves. A 26' Tri-toon pontoon boat with a 150 hp four-stroke motor is available for rent, and there are kayaks and paddleboats around for free.
We have horses, but they are more suitable for admiring and petting than riding. They are very gentle, but have not been ridden much the past couple years. They love the attention when they're not grazing on the grass around the property. There are also a couple of trails for hiking as well as a campsite on the property that has a fire ring, picnic table, and a place for a tent or two.
There is a master suite (bed and bath) on the first floor, a fully-equipped chef-level kitchen, large dining room, a half-bath, and a living room with a fireplace on the first floor.
On the second floor, there are three bedrooms. The first features a queen bed and two twin-size bunk beds, as well as two hammocks in the loft above the room. The loft is accessible via a real climbing tree, which is great for adventurous kids! The remaining two rooms feature queen beds. A ladder's climb will arrive you at the 5th and final bedroom, which sits up in a lofted area on the West wing of the house and features a full-sized bed.
There are two full bathrooms on the second floor, as well as a fully-equipped laundry room and upstairs common area.
As previously mentioned, there are two lofts on the third level. One is above and a part of the bunk East bedroom, while the other is a separate bedroom accessible by a "ship's ladder" and has a full-size bed.
That arrangement allows for 12 people, but can accommodate up to 14 with high-quality memory foam floor mattresses. Because extra bed space will have to be used, there is an additional charge for each person over 12 guests.
There are many rental log cabins in this area, but this one is noticeably different from the rest due to the immaculate construction, beautiful property, and ideal location. Your visit here will be a very, very different experience from any other rental in this area.
This is a true reproduction of the cabins that were built in this area 200 years ago, but with all the modern conveniences and 40 acres of private property. This cabin actually is a home. It was not built as a rental cabin, and you can tell the difference.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Allowed outdoors. Please clean up afterwards.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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)
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
Children must be carefully supervised, and adults must be careful. The property includes horses, lake, boats, stairs, ladders, tall porches, woods.
Please study bedroom details. Some beds are in lofts via ladders. Email with questions or for more photos and descriptions.
Enjoy a drink, but, no excessive drinking. We are a family place, so everyone must act accordingly. Keep noise down always, and quiet after 11.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Only via prior approval. Confirm before booking.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Under strict safety supervision.
Events
No events allowed
Family events or special occasions by permission.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Allowed outdoors. Please clean up afterwards.
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
Note from host: Family events or special occasions by permission.
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, 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
About the area
Located in Dandridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Commonwealth Dandridge and Great Smokies Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Douglas Lake and Town of Dandridge Park. Lions Park and Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Dandridge travel guide
Is Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Log Home. Douglas Lake Estate. 40 acres with only 2 homes. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Douglas Lake, Revolutionary War Graveyard and Shoppes at Roper Mansion. Town of Dandridge Park and Dandridge Memorial Public Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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This home was beautiful and perfectly located on the shore of Douglas Lake. It was an excellent week we won’t forget. The home was fully equipped; the kitchen, patio deck, grill and fire pit were wonderful and we didn’t want to leave. The hosts were lovely and we were so lucky to enjoy their log home. We will definitely be back.
Property was great for our family of 10. 6 adults and 4 kids felt very comfortable in the home, and could definitely support a few more kids as well. Owner was great in terms of being attentive and responsive before and during our stay. Nothing negative to say about our stay. Option to rent a boat and enjoy the beautiful lake was great. Our next family lake vacation will be at this property.
This is our family’s fourth time staying at the Giles’ 5 bedroom cabin, and we absolutely love it. We had 6 adults and 3 kids stay very comfortably. There is access to the water for floating and another area with a dock for boating. The large dinner table that can seat 10 people is great for our family meals. Our family brings fencing to wrap around the patio because there are areas where our 16 month old could easily fall. Another recommendation is to bring black out curtains if your little ones need it because there are no blinds and some rooms have skylights. Randy, the owner, is very easy to reach and always so friendly. We have already booked our stay for next year!
Our first VRBO experience and it was perfect. We asked our family to give us one thing they loved about it--here's a sampling: The quiet (but close enough to groceries, etc.). The very well equipped kitchen and dining table big enough for all 11 of us. Morning coffee on the porch with a great view. The porches, deck, and grill. The climbing trees (some are in the house!). Swimming and kayaking in the cove. The mattresses! And the warm, welcoming, laid-back host, so friendly and helpful. And the visiting dogs.
If you rent this (hurry; we're already rebooking for next year), rent the boat too: it makes the dock so usable. Such a great vacation for our clan!
This is our 4th time staying at this property. It is well worth the drive from Ohio. One of my all time favorite places to stay. Randy is super helpful and a genuine nice person. Beautiful for hiking, swimming, kayaking, fishing and enjoying all the animals. Dogs, horses, mules and a cat are on property and my family loves them. The house itself is secluded and peaceful. Amazing views of lake Douglas and has a fire pit, smoker and grill. House is always clean and has all the amenities you could wish for. We had a party of 9 ranging in age from 13 to 50 plus and plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable. Can not say enough good things about Randy and this property. Love it.
This is our third year of coming to the Giles Ranch for our family vacation, and we already have next year booked ❤️. The property is perfect for us. Plenty of space, well maintained, large dining room for our entire family, beautiful front porch with chairs to relax. The large back patio has the awesome view of the lake. There is just enough land between the house and the lake that we don’t worry about the little kids falling in. The private dock is a bonus and you can rent their pontoon boat. Our family is growing, so we also rented the nearby ‘original’ family home of the Giles which is next door. These are the only two homes on the 20 acre property, so plenty of privacy. A nice sized grocery store is only a 5 minute drive away in the quaint little town of Dandridge. We love it!
This place is special. Our second time to this property and won’t be the last. This place is unique. The grounds, the homes, the privacy, the host. It’s all special and unique. We had 15 people in the two homes and despite some challenging weather we still had a very special and memorable week. We rented the boat and so nice not to have to pick up or return a boat to a seperate location. Owner is very helpful and attentive. Having 40 acres and two coves with 2 docks and a beach area ( no sand bring water shoes) was an experience I have not found anywhere else. I love Douglas lake and Dandridge. And I don’t believe there is a better place to stay on this lake.
If you love the outdoors this place has the best outdoor space you will find for rent on Douglas lake. And the home is very well appointed and is very clean and comfortable.
A+ for the Host. You have created something very special here.
We stayed at Randy’s cabin this June and had an absolute blast. We have stayed in different cabins and houses on Douglas Lake but this one is the epitome of lake life. The house is great for lots of people and the kids loved the loft and bunk beds. We enjoyed the dining room every night because we could all fit and have conversations with everyone. We rented Randy’s pontoon boat for the week and really appreciate all the extra time he and Wade spent working out the battery issues so we could enjoy our vacation. Our dogs also loved the shallow water at the end of the yard so they could get in and cool off while playing with the kids. The cabin is very close to Dandridge making it very convenient to put our boat in at the public ramp less than a 1/2 mile down the road. We were also able to take advantage of the cabins proximity to Cherokee National Forest to go hiking with the dogs but with the grounds and back porch overlooking a small private bay, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Our group had a great time and really appreciate Randy’s hospitality the entire time we were there.
We had a wonderful time in this beautiful home. It had all of the amenities you could need like bed and bath linens including lake towels! It even had some amenities I didn’t know I need like heated toilet seats. Randy was kind enough to let us include our 4-legged family members in the family memories. (Although the house came with it’s own 4 outdoor dogs and a cat if you don’t have your own!)
Our time there included a violent thunderstorm that uprooted many trees and left us without power for one afternoon/night. Randy was VERY responsive to make sure we were all ok and he and some of his help got a generator up and running in no time which powered the important things in the house like well water, water heater, refrigerator, and even some lights. And they cleared enough of the trees so that we could enjoy the patio again.
The lake cove was very secluded and safe where we could float around, dive, swim, and kayak. Randy even helped us with his boat which we took out one evening to check out the rest of the lake.
The area is beautiful and close to lots of activities including the Smokey Mountain National Park, Dollywood, Bushs Baked Beans, and Historic Dandridge.
We recommend!
This property truly is blissful. This is our second stay on this property, but the first time at this house. Randy is great to communicate with and everything you need (and more) is available at the house.
A few comments:
- This property is not for young kids. It is all wood, with ladders, tree climbs, rope swings IN the house, so I would keep the little ones (under 8) at home.
- Dogs. Randy has several dogs and they like to hang around the house. We personally loved it, and played fetch all day with the pups.
- Steep walk to the lake. The steps to the lake can be steep toward the end and if they are a little wet, can be a little slippery. My mother (72) had a little difficulty getting down to and up from the dock since there was no handrail.
- Access to local attractions. Conveniently located about 35-45 min from Pigeon Forge and an hour from the entrance to the Smokey Mountain National Park. This was close enough for us, particularly since it was so beautiful and quiet at Douglas Lake.
We will likely be back, whether it is just my family of 4 or our entire family of 13.
Thanks again for a fantastic stay!
We had a fantastic family getaway on Douglas lake. The property is beautiful, quiet and secluded. Our kids loved playing in the warm water and playing games of fetch with the friendly dogs on property. We will be returning again soon!
Great house with a very nice wood burning fireplace. Large patio and fire pit for enjoying the cool evenings. Lots of places to walk and explore while you're there. The kids had fun exploring, fishing, and playing with all the dogs, cat, and horses!.
Had a great vacation in a wonderful log cabin on an awesome property! This is place leaves nothing to be wanted for! Randy was a great host, we will be back!
Our multi-generational family enjoyed a wonderful holiday weekend at Giles Ranch. The house is beautiful, beds comfy, and Randy, our host, was great. We will definitely be back. Thank you Randy!
Our family of five had the most relaxing week at Giles Ranch. The house is so unique and staying on lake Douglas was a treat! We were able to rent Randy’s pontoon boat and took full advantage of the kayaks and swimming off the dock. We highly recommend this property, and our host Randy was the absolute best!
Our accommodations in both log homes on Douglas Lake made our Family Celebration memorable. The host was great, making our stay comfortable. The home was spacious and easily accommodated our large group. Lots of outdoor opportunities to fish, hike, boat, swim, and enjoy family time around the large patio.
The property and house were amazing! Randy and family were very accommodating and everything was perfect. The location to downtown Daindridge was great for quick trips to grab supplies. The location of the property in relation to the entire lake was perfect as it is just about in the middle of the lake. We will be back.
This is the 5 th year our entire family has stayed at this property. We love working with the Giles family and look forward to coming every year. It feels like a home away from home. The large dining room accommodates all of us easily. We only have to drive 5 minutes to the nearest grocery store which is so handy. The boat dock and beach area for swimming are perfect. The back deck and porch area are perfect for sitting and catching up with all our family members. We also rent the Giles other smaller property next door to accommodate all of us, and it works perfectly. They are the only two properties there so it’s perfect seclusion for a large family gathering ( there are 15 of us from age 2-62!). Can’t wait til next year.
We had the absolute best time at this house!!! So many personal touches! We loved the lake. Kayaks, dock, everything! We also loved Shine and his amazing fetching, Chloe, and Lilly (the dogs on property) they were the best! I’d highly recommend this house for a peaceful and relaxing getaway!
Randy was a wonderful host. The property was absolutely beautiful. The attention to detail was impressive. Randy really goes the extra mile. We made a lot of memories in this magnificent venue. Great experience!
We booked in 2024 and, halfway through our stay, rebooked for 2025. We have to be elsewhere in 2026, but the children are already lobbying to return in 2027. No other perfectly situated house on a lake is likely to offer a tree house, hammocks, and rope swings inside the house! One evening we kayaked at sunset and saw a bald eagle just sitting on the beach, just 10 yds away. It's great to swim off the dock. The adults loved the evenings on the porch. --which is supported by whole tree trunks! It's a unique and fascinating house. The gracious home is exceptionally well equipped. The host, who rode up twice on a mule to be sure we were loving our stay, could not be more congenial. Highly recommend!