Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Boats, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting!

Monteagle, Tennessee
$848 avg/night
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Escape to Camp McGu, a gorgeous log home with a magical lakefront setting in Monteagle's Clifftops, minutes from world-class hiking, the University of the South, South Cumberland State Park, Fall Creek Falls, and The Caverns. Situated on five private acres, the home has three fireplaces, an outdoor pizza oven, multiple outdoor seating areas and comes with three boats - two hybrid stand-up paddle boards and kayaks and one peddle boat.

Camp McGu's (mick-goo) well-stocked, modern kitchenrecently won the regional Best Design award from Wolfe appliances and is completely equipped to meet all your needs, with mixing bowls, pots, pans, utensils, griddle, blender, waffle maker, ice cream maker, pie pans, food processor and everything else you might need to prepare a perfect cabin meal. For coffee lovers, we have both French presses and a drip coffee maker, as well as a coffee bean grinder.

The spacious bedrooms are beautifully appointed for your comfort. The bedroom on the main floor opens to the back deck with fireplace and has a wall-mounted television. The second floor bedroom has a queen bed and access to the full bathroom on that floor. As well, there is a desk and sitting area in the lofted second floor that includes a single-sized futon for another guest. On the lower level is a bunk bed that accommodates five people, a full bathroom, and a TV area.

Outside, the huge deck is perfect for enjoying the views, watching the wildlife, and using the grill or smoker. Down at the lakeside gazebo and large dock, relax in an Adirondack chair, launch a boat, or fish for giant catfish.

The Clifftops community is equipped with a pool, a beach club, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground and numerous hiking trails, all of which you'll have access to as a Camp McGu guest.

* For people who are looking for a romantic getaway, Camp McGu makes it easy to unwind by one of the three fireplaces, sit on the expansive wrap-around deck, nap in the hammock or relax dockside for sunset.

* For families with kids interested in hiking, biking, climbing, cave exploration, swimming, and more, the Sewanee-Monteagle area and South Cumberland State Park are great destinations. The Perimeter Trail around Sewanee is fabulous for hikes and mountain biking. The Mountain Goat Trail is a paved rails to trails mixed-use walking, biking, and running trail connecting Sewanne-Monteagle-Tracy City. Fiery Gizzard, Foster Falls, and Bigfoot Adventures are all within 15 minutes. At Camp McGu, we also have a tree pod, a ninja line, and a variety of board games perfect for family nights around the table.

* For music lovers, The Caverns Amphitheater venue in Pelham is just 20 minutes away. In March 2018, Bluegrass Underground began performances in its new home, the Caverns, at the foot of Monteagle Mountain. The Caverns is a full-fledged music venue hosting performances year-round. Several of these concerts will air across the nation on PBS channels.

* For golfers and tennis players, Sewanee has a wonderfully unique and challenging nine-hole/18-tee golf course with great views. Sweetens Cove (ranked by Golfweek as the 21st best course in the U.S. you can play) is just 45 minutes away. Clifftops has numerous tennis and pickleball courts, and there is a pickleball set for four people at the house.

* For lake lovers, you'll need to go no further than Camp McGu for kayaking, SUPing, peddle boating, fishing and swimming. Other lakes nearby include Tims Ford Lake, Nickajack Lake, Normandy Lake, and Woods Reservior.

Camp McGu is a short 7 minute drive to downtown Monteagle (and the Monteagle Assembly), which hosts numerous great restaurants and antique shops. It’s a 10 minute drive to the shops and restaurants in the Village of Sewanee, as well as the campus of the University of the South at Sewanee, where you can experience many wonderful activities including the Sewanee Summer Music Festival and visiting Sewanee’s famous All Saints Chapel or the Memorial Cross. Nearby Savage Gulf State Park has fabulous hiking and more wildlife.


PLEASE NOTE
- Dogs are accepted on a case-by case basis and a pet fee applies.
- Early Check in/Late Check Out may be requested, and we will accommodate whenever possible.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1955 Sq Ft (182 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Sam S.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2026

    Stayed Mar 26, 2026

    10 out of 10! First, this place was impeccably clean. Wow! Second, it was perfectly stocked. Boats, life jackets, puzzles, games, bikes, jenga, hammocks, firewood: you want it, it is all right there organized and in perfect working order. The bedrooms are comfy. Updated bathrooms. Kitchen was well appointed and easy to use. Last but not least, this property is stunning. Everywhere you look nature is on display in her full glory. Camp McGu is the pinnacle of elegant relaxation.

  • Matt B.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Round two was deja vu all over again. Elizabeth was welcoming and responsive. The house was as we remembered it from our first stay nearly a year ago. Nothing was missing.

  • Mark H.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Beyond perfect, will definitely be back to stay again!

  • Brian W.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    Camp McGu was an ideal setting for my family of 5 to enjoy a fall getaway. The home itself is stunning, clean, and comfortable. It is very tastefully decorated. We spent most of our time enjoying the many outdoor spaces. My kids (10, 14 and 17) kayaked, paddle boarded, conquered the ninja line, fished off the dock, and read in the hammocks. Short excursions to Tracey City to hike the Fiery Gizzard and to Sewanee to tour the campus and eat at Judith were also part of the immense fun we had at Camp McGu. We hope to return.

  • Ulia L.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Gorgeous and secluded property with an amazing dock for fishing and lake activities. Very comfortable stay with everything you need!!

  • Laura L.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    The property and house are gorgeous! We loved our stay and will definitely book again. The house was spotless and stocked with everything we needed for a long weekend. 5 stars!!

  • Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Wonderful place! Our family had a great time! We would love to go back again and again! Simply so lovely.

  • Heather S.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay here. The setting was so beautiful and relaxing. We had our coffee on the dock each morning, then took the kayaks out. We also enjoyed the community pool and tennis courts. The location is perfect. The house is very clean and comfortable. We hope to be back many times in the future.

  • Karen G.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We had a great stay at Camp McGu. Stayed with four adults and four kids and had plenty of hangout space for all inside and out. The house was clean, comfortable, and was the perfect space for us to hang out and relax with just the right amount of fun things to do. We loved that there were bikes to use, hiking and waterfalls nearby, and pickleball courts. Elizabeth was very easy to communicate with. We would definitly stay again. The kitchen is fully stocked too if you like to cook.

  • Christopher D.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    This place was so fun for us, our 3 kids and dogs. Endless fishing time, frog catching and kayak/paddle boarding. Not only did they have everything but it was all very comfortable and nice. The inside and outside furniture was great. The house was very clean and easy to be comfortable in. They also have the perfect amount of toilet paper, paper towel, cleaning supplies and all the little extras you usually have to bring/buy. They also supply beach towels that are very nice. The host was great and responds quickly. I would recommend driving a little extra to the Walmart/kroger about 25-30 min away versus piggly wiggly.

  • Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Beautiful home on the lake with all the amenities you can imagine! The kitchen is top notch…invites collaborative cooking! A perfect spot to take a breath, leave the world behind and enjoy such careful attendance to every need! Enjoyed dinner at High Pointe as well!

  • Brad F.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Really enjoyed our stay at Camp McGu. The home is clean, nicely furnished, and very comfortable. The outdoor living spaces were great for relaxing with family.We spent much of our time by the lake. The boat dock was perfect for the kids to fish from and they really enjoyed paddling the kayaks around the dock and inlet.South Cumberland State Park is a short drive away and the hiking there was great. Beautiful scenery including several waterfalls.Highly recommended!

  • JENNIFER H.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    We wanted to stay somewhere within a few hours of home where we could escape, spend time together as a family, near water and be able to take our dog. This house and property fit every need. Very clean and accommodating. We found plenty of ways to reconnect, relax and find some nearby adventures.

  • Amanda P.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Camp McGu is prettier than the pictures. The host has thought of everything you need for a peaceful stay. We will definitely be returning.

  • Ulia L.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    So serene and private! The lakefront property is incredible with lots to do and the house is comfortable and beautifully decorated with more than you need for a comfortable stay. Already booked a return trip the day we got home!!

  • Barbara K.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    Couldn’t ask for a better house ! Roomy, super clean, well - kept with high end appliances, and furnishings. Wonderful outdoor seating as well as equipment for water play or exercise. Quiet, peaceful and spacious outdoor and indoor space. Close to hiking trails and great eats. Will definitely be back

  • Matthew H.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    This was a great house for us: five adults. It was a well appointed with games, bikes, boats and everything we needed (and more). It is a rustic cabin but had sophisticated interiors that appeared to be new or recently renovated. There was so much outdoor space and we enjoyed building a fire and sitting by the lake. The house was a little noisy, for example an upstairs guest can’t walk around without being heard downstairs. The only frustration we had was using the keypad at the entrance to the neighborhood, it was not sensitive and hard to operate (this is no reflection on the home/owner - more a neighborhood issue).

  • Heather M.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    FANTASTIC property - very well appointed. The property is beautiful!

  • Tanya M.

    Submitted Apr 5, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    This place is amazing. We stayed here to tour Sewanee, and it is very convenient for that. The cabin and lake are very peaceful. Everything is top quality: the sheets and towels, the kitchen utensils, the shampoo and body wash, the boats. This host is not chintzy with their supplies like some rentals. It's like you are just staying at their personal home as a guest. I highly recommend this to anyone traveling in this area. We can't wait to come back.

  • Matt B.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Camp McGu! The house was everything that was advertised and more. The owners were thoughtful and proactive with communication. The home was in excellent repair and easy for us to enjoy. The kitchen was well stocked with all one needs to cook if desired. Bikes, kayaks, paddleboat and a nice dock to just sit and soak up the moment on the lake. Highly recommended!

  • Sherry T.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 20, 2025

    My husband and I stayed here for my birthday weekend. The cabin is so cute and on a beautiful lot on the lake. We made fires and walked a lot. Monteagle has some great restaurants as well. We enjoyed Pears and High Point! The cabin was spotless and very comfortable. I definitely recommend it! I will be back!

  • Submitted Dec 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 19, 2024

    We stayed for an early Christmas celebration with the family. Everything was supplied that we could have thought of from A to Z right down to fire starters for the fireplace. Hosts are extremely responsive to any questions we had regarding the area and property. Pictures do not do this property justice it’s simple gorgeous and immaculate. We will definitely stay again!

  • Submitted Dec 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    Amazing! We got to see it snow. Very efficient and accommodating hosts. Property is gorgeous. Elizabeth has thought of everything you would need. We will stay again for sure!

  • Mike S.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    We visited Sewanee with my twin boys and one of their friends. Our place was perfect. Our host was gracious and very pleasant. There are bass in the lake and plenty of wood for the fireplace. We would love to stay again.

  • Seth P.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 31, 2024

    Beautiful house and grounds. Perfect place to stay when visiting Sewanee.

  • Amy R.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    We loved everything about Camp McGu!! Everything was immaculate and in perfect condition. The surroundings are gorgeous and the dock and water area so enjoyable. The cabin is very well appointed! It is updated and impeccable but still has a rustic charm. We definitely hope to return!

  • Shelly W.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 13, 2024

    We had an amazing stay! The property was clean, beautifully decorated, and exactly as described. The beds were comfortable, and we had everything we needed to cook in the well-equipped kitchen. The location was unbeatable, just steps from the lake and all the outdoor amenities you could ask for. I highly recommend this home for families or couples looking for a peaceful getaway. We hope to visit again!

  • Elizabeth S.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    Our family had the best time at this house! It is so well done, clean, and well stocked. They have awesome activities for all ages! We kayaked everyday, rode bikes, hiked, sat by the outdoor fireplace and loved every minute. We will be back!

  • Susan C.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    We really enjoyed our stay at Camp Mcgu The house was nestled on 5 acres of trees and never got the feeling anyone was nearby. It was so quiet and peaceful. It had all the amenities that we needed. I think we sat on every porch there was, depending on what we were doing. Would definitely go back, Elizabeth was very responsive with any questions we had.

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