Stunning Views with a private dock and hot tub. Great for getting together!

Estill Springs, Tennessee
$521 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 6

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Bath 3

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Sleep 16

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Night 3 nights

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Come enjoy the views from this Tim's Ford Lakehouse!

Entertaining made easy. Enormous partially-covered lower with a screened porch, 6-person hot tub and firepit. Dining room seats 20 with large adjoining upper deck with table for 8 and grill.

Make it home. Stocked kitchen. Sleeps 16 in beds. Upstairs there are three bedrooms (Q/Q/F). With three more bedrooms downstairs (Q/Q/F + all with T/T Bunkbeds + extra twin in a nook). Double sinks in 2 BRs. Stocked with linensand towels. Half BA located off the dining room, living room and kitchen.

Close to Everything. Boat ramp couple blocks away. Large cove off main channel. Private dock. Tim's Ford and Holiday Landing Marinas, Tim’s Ford State Park (with its two suspension bridges, sand volleyball courts, trails, and swimming pool), Bear Trace Golf Course all right around the corner.

Tons of Amenities. Private dock, firepits, canoe, kayak, cornhole, walking trail. 2 living rms. Kitchenette, SmartTV, Xbox 360 and foosball table.

Have fun exploring. Short drives to many waterfalls, several state parks and Jack Daniels. 1.5 hours to Downtown Nashville, the historic Opryland Hotel or the Huntsville Space Center. 3.5 hours to Dollywood and Gatlinburg. 4.5 hours to Graceland.

Safety comes first - whether it is our family or yours. I had the pleasure of growing up swimming, fishing, water-skiing, jet-skiing, cliff-jumping and tubing these lakes, but some are new to this part of the country. With that, I hope these brief details about the lake might give some helpful insights on how to make your next stay the best it can be.
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Tim’s Ford Lake is a reservoir created by the Tennessee Valley Authority to power rural Tennessee with affordable hydro-electricity. (www.tva.com/energy/our-power-system/hydroelectric/tims-ford) Developed as part of the New Deal, the TVA system includes a series of reservoirs, which you can learn tons of interesting details about on the TVA website. In the 1960s, TVA flooded the Elk River valley to form Tim’s Ford Lake, which runs about 150 feet deep. This clip from George Clooney’s Oh Brother, Where Art Thou (https://www.youtube.com/watch v=QhAixFFJrVk) offers a vivid depiction of what that might have been like. See also tnmuseum.org/junior-curators/posts/underwater-ghost-towns-of-tennessee.

As a result of its formation, the vast majority of the lakehouses on TVA lakes, like Tim’s Ford, are not lakeside, as you might see in other states. Most TVA lakehomes are built on hilltops or hillsides along steep shorelines, which means, while you have an amazing view of gorgeous lakes, you must go down the hill to access the lake. Our home is no exception.

We purchased this lakehouse in particular, because its lake accessibility was so much easier than any lakehouse we looked at in our search, or even any lakehouse we have rented over the last 40 years at various lakes in the TVA system. The lakehouse does not have a steep windy driveway, it does not have 6-8 flights of stairs, and it doesn’t have a treacherous path with rocky dropoffs. But it does have a gravel path, with a steep section for about 20 feet, with the detour of a short walking trail and bridge, each being about a two-minute walk from dock to the back deck.

To make the stroll through the wooded path even easier, our guests are welcome to use the two large carts in the garage to haul towels and toys to the lake. Another option is to access the lake at the community boat ramp just around the corner a couple blocks by land and by water, especially if your group has lots of gear and coolers to load onto your boat, or has guests with special physical needs who are unable to walk down the trail. If these options do not work for your group, then we wish you all the luck in finding a lakehome that best fits your needs.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    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

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Foosball Table Games Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas Gravel 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.

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

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Review Review

  • Salman S.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    This was a fantastic stay for us! One of the most thoughtful hosts we have ever come across. Every single thing was taken care of with utmost detail. To top it off they are excellent with communication also.House is very spacious with rare to find 6 bedrooms. Walk to the lake down the slope is steep but fun and adds to the adventure. Overall A

  • Bethany P.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 24, 2025

    Effective communication, spacious, kid friendly, well appointed kitchen, well suited for a large extended family gathering!

  • Denise W.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    Our stay at this wonderful location was perfect! The home was welcoming, and the views were awesome. Everything was pristine clean, to include the perfect hot tub. Kitchen was well stocked with all the right dishes, pots, and pans. Everything was absolutely perfect!

  • liddy l.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    The house was impeccably clean with a beautiful view and so family friendly/thingsTo appreciate for every generation. Would loveTo return in the future.

  • Kristin P.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    We loved the amazing views, the decks, hot tub, and outdoor fire place! The house worked well for our 2 families that included 4 adults and 4 teens. The hostess was great to work with and communicative. We really enjoyed our stay!

  • JoAnn J.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    We had a great time. House was very well stocked, plenty of room. Short hike to lake, but well worth it. I highly recommend it.

  • Shannon E.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    It could've been beautiful!This house was fantastic-truly better than the photos. The bedrooms were spacious and numerous, the common areas were nice, and the outdoor spaces (plus the view!) were absolutely incredible. We had a large group, and there were plenty of places to gather throughout the house. Unfortunately, the weather kept us from enjoying the lake, but the surrounding area looked stunning.The host was incredibly flexible with our group, which we really appreciated. However, the reason this doesn’t get a higher review is due to a tornado that passed through Estill Springs during our stay. While that’s obviously not the host’s fault, we didn’t hear from them at all once the power went out.I sent multiple messages via VRBO and text (my service was working fine) asking for information about the power company, whether there was a generator, and how to check out - but got no response until the next morning. With no lights or flashlights in the house, many of us left a day early for our own safety and power requirements. One guest fell down the stairs after phones had died as we had no backup lighting.When the host responded, they said they hadn’t received the messages until the following morning. Even if reception was an issue, I would have expected a proactive check-in during a weather emergency, or at least clear guidance on where to find emergency supplies. If not for the communication issue, this stay would’ve been nearly perfect for the price.

  • Mary L.

    Submitted Dec 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    House and property were perfect for our large family. Plenty of space and activities for our 9 grandchildren (ages 4 to 17). I hope we get an opportunity to return!

  • mike c.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    The house was perfect for everyone. It was as listed and we enjoyed our stay. If we are looking for lake house again will definitely stay here.

  • Nancy H.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    We have stayed at this property two years for a family reunion. Lots of room and well-equipped. The only negative was the weather!

  • Emily and Caleb S.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time here! It was a spacious and comfortable place to gather family from several states and the kids and adults, alike, had a blast swimming around the dock. The host was very communicative and generous with the outdoor water items. Thank you, Kristin, for a wonderful stay!

  • Heather P.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Rented this property for my husbands 30th birthday guys trip. They had an absolute blast, loved the location, and the house itself. It would have also been great for a family trip. Plenty of space and great sleeping arrangements.

  • Linda Y.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    There are so many positives about this VRBO: great big dining room table makes big group mealtimes extra special, nice upper & lower decks, lovely hot tub, beautiful view, plenty of bunk beds & pack n plays too, fireplace on deck for s’mores, plenty of life vests for water sports- in a variety of sizes- available in the garage, extra fridge in basement was great for keeping all our beverages cold. Fun area around the dock & great swimming but there are some things that IMHO need attention so felt I needed to knock off a star to be fair to future customers. I’ve communicated these things privately to the host, who was great to work with, & communicated with us quickly, when needed, throughout our stay. Several others commented on the steep & slippery path to the dock… the bridge helps but I would agree it needs more cross ties, steps &/or paving, etc similar to surrounding homes. It is a nice, rustic-casual place for multiple families & we very much enjoyed our stay. Bonus: It is just a short walk to the community dock where the neighborhood HOA sponsors fireworks on 7/4. We had front row seats to A fantastic show - we were really impressed!

  • Lisa M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    Amazing

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