Lakefront on Norris. Spectacular Views! Tram to 1000+ sqft dock! 5 Wooded Acres.

Caryville, Tennessee
$790 avg/night
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 20

Max Sleeps

Located in a deep water bend of Norris Lake, Afternoon Sun offers two amazing vacations in one. A modern mountain home, situated on 5 wooded, peaceful acres with abundant wildlife and all the comforts and conveniences needed to perfectly sleep 16 people. Once feeling relaxed and rested, pack up the tram for the 2.5 minute ride down to the largest dock on the lake. Including a 1000 sq ft upper deck, there is plenty of space to park/use your lake toys, entertain your family/friends, and prepare/serve the days meals.
Once your coolers and bluetooth speakers batteries are near empty, the days last light still won't have reached the mountain peaks opposite you. Watch the majestic sunset across the backdrop of the surrounding mountains or it's time to retreat back to the house and unwind on one of the decks/porches, by one of the two gas fireplaces, around the wood-burning firepit, or on any of the brand new furniture. Finish one of the best days of your year planning the next one's adventures where you can take advantage of our high speed internet to re-book Afternoon Sun for your next lake and mountain retreat!

A very comfortable 4,292 sq/ft modern home (2007) that features a luxury double decker dock (1000 sq/ft), 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 5+ acres of fun outdoor space with custom constructed fire pit, outdoor shower, large outdoor patio for grilling, covered porch and lower patio with hot tub overlooking the lake/sunsets, and a screened in porch with a propane fireplace. In addition, the property conveniently offers a custom tram (holds 1000 lbs) that arrives at the main level of the property and completes a 2.5 minute ride down to the dock (8 - 15 stairs remaining once you arrive at the dock; depends on lake level).
The luxury double decker dock and deep water (35 ft from edge of dock) makes for complete afternoons swimming in the Afternoon Sun of Norris Lake. Ample outdoor furniture allows for all family and friends to lay out, play with lake toys, ski, and watch the sunset from the best positioned dock in East TN.
The cozy modern home offers the best of East TN yet is conveniently located 9 minutes (most are 30+) from the interstate at exit 129 (Rocky Top) where a Cracker Barrel and liquor store are both located. In addition, due to its location, the property has complete HIGH SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET. (We stress this as many homes on the lake have satellite internet due to their distance and remoteness. Satellite internet has bandwidth and data limitations. With our internet, you can stream movies, stream music, or, if needed, take video conferences calls all day long without interruption. We recommend the more enjoyable options.)
The main level features the master suite with a private walk out to the covered deck and views of the private lake property, king bed, crib, private bath w/ walk-in shower & jacuzzi tub, a custom kitchen with a high end stove (added 2022: https://zlinekitchen.com/zline-60-range) and subzero refrigerator unit, laundry room, a great room with a custom built stone propane fireplace, access to the covered deck and screened in porch, a queen day bed with a pull out twin trundle in a room that can double as an office (custom built desk/bookshelf w/n that room). Access to the patio and tram is also on the main level behind the kitchen through the screened-in porch.
The lower-level features a fun, spacious recreational area with a 65 TV with complete surround sound, a kitchenette (full size refrigerator), two separate bedrooms (one king & one queen), one with a private luxury bathroom with walk-in shower while the other’s luxury bathroom is accessible from within the bedroom and from the rec room. If needed, in the rec area there is a pullout out couch to sleep the 15th or 16th guest (if this is planning to be used, please let us know in advance so we can apply the appropriate bedding).
A bonus room is located above the laundry room and garage which is the ideal teenager/kid space with two separate bunk beds (4 twins), a queen bed, couch, and TV for the late night gaming/movie binging one needs.

Great Location on Norris Lake:
✓ Desirable cove location
✓ 5 minute boat ride to Twin Cove Marina (If you rent a boat from Twin Cove, they can deliver it directly to our dock. A great option to have it ready and waiting for you upon your arrival!)
✓ 9 minutes from I-75 to House (9.5 minutes to breakfast (Cracker Barrel) or to the liquor store)
✓ 40 min drive to Neyland Stadium and Thompson-Boling Arena for SEC football games, basketball games, and concerts
✓ 50 min drive to Knoxville McGee Tyson Airport (TYS)
✓ Boat rentals of all kinds
✓ Several Marina’s on Norris Lake have restaurants and live music so you never have to leave the Lake!
✓ Great family entertainment such as Twin Cove Marina, the Museum of Appalachia, Coal Creek Miner’s Museum, Cove Lake State Park
✓ And so much more
*Note:
- Check-in is 4:00 PM - Check out is 10:00 AM.
- Effective Oct 1st 2020; any desired usage of the hydrohoist (boat lift) requires an additional fully refundable deposit of $500, a daily fee of $40, and provide make & model of your boat to allow us to verify weight & height do not exceed capacity (4400 lbs is the weight limit for the boat lift).
- There is a private 7-person jetted hot tub located on the rear lower covered patio overlooking the lake and mountains. It is available to rent for $150 for the duration of your stay. Usage without rental fee will incur a fine.
- Effective March 2022, a new stove/range installed: Zline 60 Inch Wide 6 Cu. Ft. Slide-In Dual Fuel Range with Dual Wok Burners. Updated pictures have been added.** (https://zlinekitchen.com/zline-60-range)
- Valid U.S. photo ID required (Driver's License or U.S. Passport)
- Age restriction may apply. If under 25, please contact regarding potential rental
- 3 Outdoor Nest cameras are outside the property in accordance with VRBO rules. These are for appropriate monitoring of guests, service professionals, and for everyone's safety.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4300 Sq Ft (400 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 20

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Review Review

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2026

    Stayed Apr 9, 2026

    Beautiful house! Tram is easy to use and dock views are incredible.

  • Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Beautiful property. Loved waking up in the trees every morning! Enjoyed a stormy day in the rain and wind and it was nice to nestle in with hot chocolate and watch through the windows. Enjoyed a beautiful sunset, cheeseboard and drinks on the dock! Loved the tram down had some great pics of the fall colors starting at the end of our trip! Glad we paid a little extra for the hot tub we really enjoyed it on the chilly mornings before it warmed up. Cooked every meal there, well stocked to do so.The communication was quick with the owners which is always appreciated. It was a great getaway! Everything was clean, toilets, beds, etc. The place could use a deep clean maybe twice a year. The floors in particular need a good cleaning.

  • Matt M.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Wonderful location and beautiful views.

  • Jackson H.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Beautiful property on a quiet lake with plenty to do outside and in the surrounding area! Perfect place for a long weekend to unwind.

  • Cody H.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    The trip was amazing! Beautiful property and the house was the perfect size for the amount of people in our group. The trolly down to the lake was nice and smooth and the dock was a perfect spot to hang out on the water. Short drive off the highway and about 20 min from Twin Cove Marina to pickup any rentals. Highly recommend!

  • MEGHAN M.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Location was very convenient, and the house and views from the dock were amazing!! Kitchen was well stocked for lots of cooking. Large home with plenty of room, however very dusty and lots of cobwebs all throughout the home. For this price range expected it to actually be clean. Other than that had a great stay!

  • Joe E.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Not a bad drive in like some other places. Ample parking and boat trailer storage. Even though up on a steep hill, the tram made it convenient, but 2 or more trips are necessary taking about 10 minutes to get down. Nice dock, very spacious with a boat lift! Problem is the lights stay on, bugs swarm, then spiders infest the area and get on boat. Plenty of space, lots of beds, plenty of burners on stove to cook for an army. Negative issues: no window treatments, we felt a lack of privacy (you can lay in bed and see the hot tube and someone on the deck can see right into the master bedroom), plus children were scared to sleep in the rooms without shades/privacy panels. Beds very hard, not for the side sleepers! Grill rusted out no ignition and burners worn out. Cob webs throughout the inside of home, dusty fans etc.

  • DANIEL P.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    We had a great stay at this home! The home is spacious and the layout was terrific for our group. The location on the lake is terrific with easy access to Twin Cover Marina. There were some nice upgrades throughout the home. Home had a great kitchen for meal preparation. We had some reservations about the tram--but we all quickly became fans of the tram--made that trip up and down from the dock very easy! Most impressed with the communication with the owner. Had a few bumps in the road (nothing out of the norm)--had easy access and communication with owner during our stay--he was very responsive. Would most definitely look at renting this home again.

  • Katie S.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Breathtaking view from the dock! The tram made access to the water incredibly easy, and the home itself was spacious enough to comfortably host me and my extended family. It’s an ideal spot for guests who may have difficulty navigating typical Norris Lake properties, which often feature long paths or steep staircases to the dock. We especially appreciated the sturdy, easy-to-use steps leading into the water—perfect for swimmers of all ages. Ed was quick to respond whenever we had questions, making the experience smooth and enjoyable.

  • Melody F.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! Pictures and description are accurate. The upstairs bedroom did get hot on extremely hot days. The tram was a lifesaver!! You may want to bring your own washcloths and towels depending on how many are in your group. We would definitely return in the future.

  • Michelle C.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    The home is beautiful, and the views are spectacular. This is truly one of the best parts of Norris Lake. The home was comfortable and large enough that we all had our privacy when needed yet we could all gather together for meals, games, and relaxing. The dock is very large and gave us both sun and shade options. The lake and mountains are the very best part! We all jumped in our boat to enjoy the day skiing, tubing, and swimming in turtle cove! We will definitely be back!The owner was available to help with any questions we had.

  • Penny R.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    A huge house !! Beautiful! The kitchen is perfect for all family members to cook! Heidi and Ed responded quickly! Hot tub was great ! A great week on the lake.

  • Debbie M.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    We had a few days with our whole family at this cabin. (total of 14 people) the cabin held everyone very comfortably. There were plenty of bathrooms, and the kitchen supplied everything we needed for our meals. Not only was it a great place for our stay, but it was a beautiful setting with a great dock that held our rented boat and jet ski. the views were beautiful, and had time of relaxation and enjoyment.

  • jacob s.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    The house the property and lake were all amazing. Couldnt of had a better house to stay at while getting married. 7 days was just not enough

  • Tom V.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    I needed to rent a home for friends and family coming in for a graduation celebration at the University of Tennessee. I looked for a place where we could all relax and be able to hang out together. This location is a little ways away from downtown Knoxville but still worked out really well. The home turned out to be perfect for us. The location is as described, very pretty and peaceful. We really enjoyed being able to hang out by the lake. The kitchen had everything we needed to make family meals. And there are plenty of spots for a big group of people to be able to sit together.My only regret was not renting a boat to fully enjoy the location. If you are looking for a home on the water for a decent sized group this is the place.

  • Catherine G.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Beautiful property!

  • Mallory S.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    Thank you for a memorable weekend!

  • Julie T.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    Our stay was pretty perfect!! No surprises as far as property and accommodations. Everything is so beautiful-house and surroundings. Would have loved an 11 or 12 checkout tho-hint, hint. Property owners are just a text away & answer quickly. Thankfully Twin Coves Marina did give us rides back and forth for pontoon rental but they really “didn't” want to- and they said they never have done this. We told them property info says they will. Might want to change that as far as what’s written. So, a lovely stay. Would definitely go back!!

  • Jill T.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    We have stayed at several places on Lake Norris. This one did not disappoint. It was very spacious, layout was good. Kitchen had alI the essentials. I was unsure of the tram idea but ended up loving the convenience. The house could have been cleaned better. Also it would be nice to have a couple extra blankets in the living rooms. But overall it was a great place to relax for the weekend.

  • Andrew E.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    Great location. Marina across the cove is great to rent from. Everything was a hit with the group. The dock, the tram, the fire pit. Great weekend.

  • Steve H.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    My family and I stayed at this house for five nights. The house is very nice and as described in the description. We really enjoyed the dock and tram is a leg saver!

  • mark D.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    This beautiful property has the best views of any Norris lake properties we have stayed in so far. The tram to the lake was a concern, but ended up being very enjoyable and relaxing with the best conversations of our vacation. The owner was very responsive and communication was fantastic. Aplus property and the open water area with a marina right across the water where you could hear the live music was awesome.

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