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Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly

Relax by the water's edge with kayaks and paddleboards at your fingertips. Unwind around an outdoor fireplace under starry skies.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly

3 bedroom, 2 bath Lake House, quiet area on Lake Chickamauga with covered dock
100 5-star reviews says it all! Reviews at previous listing.
Located in a peaceful area along Lake Chickamauga, you'll find fabulous fishing + water toys + bird watching including Eagles/Osprey + amazing views from Great Room/Kitchen/Master Bedroom! We even updated the Great Room furniture and new king sized bed in the Master Bedroom. You're in luck with high speed fiber optic internet WiFi at this home!

Sleeping Arrangements:
- Master Bedroom = King Bed + Single roll-away bed in Closet with En Suite Bathroom + Smart TV
- Guest Bedroom 1 = Queen Bed + Family Bathroom + TV with Netflix
- Guest Bedroom 2 = Queen Bed + Family Bathroom
- Living Room = Sofa Queen Bed

The private covered boat dock with electrical hook-up provides exceptional access to fishing and other water sports seasonally. Access to power at the dock means you can recharge your boat batteries so you're ready for fishing each day! 2 local boat launches, one mile up the lake(Goodfield public boat ramp) or down the lake (Cottonport Marina), mean you can arrive by boat around mid-April to October depending on TVA.

Complementary use of the 2 Kayaks + 2 Standup Paddle Boards and Paddle Boat are available seasonally for our guests as well. While lake levels vary October to April affecting use of the dock seasonally, the boat launches and lake use are available year around. Download TVA’s app for information on lake levels and other helpful information.

There is plenty of parking in the driveway for 3 vehicles with boat trailers (please back down the driveway when towing trailers) with additional parking in the garage. A deck for sunning, snacking or watching the kids play overlooks the boat dock with a 3-person swing/bed and umbrellas for your comfort. The veranda off the Master Bedroom overlooks the water and dock, or enjoy the generous front porch or back patio. Outdoor ceiling fans offer cool comfort on the porches.

The kitchen is convenient and fully equipped, and the great room design ensures even the chef is included in the conversation and fun. Table with seating for 6 along with 2 bar stools at the breakfast bar. Comfortable, new seating in the great room for watching the Smart TV apps or live channels includes 2 sofas and chaise lounge. This home feels expansive and comfortable with vaulted ceilings and wonderful natural light.

Master bedroom has a new King sized bed (Oct 2021) and 2 Guest bedrooms + Sleeper Sofa have Queen sized beds. All bedrooms have generously sized closets for plenty of storage.

A large lawn area out front gives plenty of space for yard activities including badminton. Two patio areas, front and back, are great places for relaxing and/or BBQ on the gas grill. Enjoy your hot cocoa, s'mores or a glass of wine with friends and family around the outdoor fireplace on the front patio when fall brings those cool evenings.

Dayton, Athens, Decatur, Cleveland are close by with restaurants, shopping, groceries and fuel, and Chattanooga and Knoxville are each one hour's drive for attractions, concerts, historical locations, live music, etc.

Even if you aren't a "bird-watcher" the Osprey and Bald Eagles will amaze you during the day and the river otter will charm you at dusk. You'll love the beautiful sunsets over the water at the end of each day. This quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful environment for catching up on your sleep. Close your eyes, relax! You're on vacation already!!

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Want to bring your friendly family dog along? Just contact us for prior approval. Just a few steps out the back door and you're at the covered boat dock for water activities. Work or go to school remotely? You're in luck with high speed internet at this home! The private dock provides exceptional access to fishing and other water sports seasonally. Access to power at the dock means you can recharge your boat batteries so you're ready for fishing each day.

2 local boat launches, one mile up lake and down lake, mean you can arrive by boat mid April to October. Complementary use of the 2 kayaks an paddle boat are available seasonally for our guests, as well. While lake levels vary Oct to April affecting use of the dock seasonally, the boat launches and lake use are available year around. Download TVA’s app for information on lake levels and other helpful information.

There is plenty of parking in the driveway for 3 vehicles with boat trailers (please back down the driveway when towing trailers) with additional parking in the garage. A deck for sunning, snacking or watching the kids play overlooks the boat dock with a 3-person swing/bed and umbrellas for your comfort. The veranda off the Master Bedroom overlooks the water and dock, or enjoy the generous front porch or back patio. Outdoor ceiling fans offer cool comfort on the porches.

The kitchen is convenient and fully equipped, and the great room design ensures even the chef is included in the conversation and fun. Table with seating for 6 along with 2 bar stools at the breakfast bar. Comfortable, brand new (Oct 2021) seating in the great room for watching tv includes 2 couches and chaise lounge. This home feels expansive and comfortable with vaulted ceilings and wonderful natural light.

Master bedroom has a brand new king sized bed (Oct 2021) and 2 bedrooms have queen sized beds. All bedrooms have generously sized closets for plenty of storage. Sofa has a queen sized pull out bed and one additional single sized roll away bed is in a bedroom closet.

A large lawn area out front gives plenty of space for yard activities including badminton. Two patio areas, front and back, are great places for relaxing and/or BBQ on the gas grill. Enjoy your hot cocoa, s'mores or a glass of wine with friends and family around the outdoor fire place on the front patio when fall brings those cool evenings.

Dayton, Athens, Decatur, Cleveland are close by with restaurants, shopping, groceries and fuel, and Chattanooga and Knoxville are each one hour's drive for attractions, concerts, historical locations, live music, etc.

Even if you aren't a "bird-watcher" the Osprey and Bald Eagles will amaze you during the day and the river otter will charm you at dusk. You'll love the beautiful sunsets over the water at the end of each day. This quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful environment for catching up on your sleep. Close your eyes, relax! You're on vacation already!!


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Rex & Michele Geissler
Golden, Colorado

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Decatur, TN

What's nearby

  • Bryan College - 24 min drive
  • Swinging Bridge Park - 26 min drive
  • Watts Bar Dam - 28 min drive
  • Watts Bar Lake - 29 min drive
  • Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Blueberry Pig - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly located?

This family-friendly Decatur vacation home is located on the waterfront, just steps from Chickamauga Lake and Tennessee River. Tennessee Wildlife Refuge and Moon Island are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Awesome Chickamauga Lake House with Private Dock, Dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was amazing. Great view of the lake. Perfectly decorated and comfortable. Being able to park our boat easily was very nice. The owners were very responsive to me. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic lake house!
Great stay! House was clean, laid out well, and had all the necessary amenities plus some!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake House
Beautiful, very clean house right on the lake, super comfy beds, lots to do! 10/10 will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We enjoyed staying in your home! The location was great and the house was very comfortable and clean. There were so many extras, such as shampoo, conditioner, lotion etc one of the better places we’ve ever stayed. The water equipment was wonderful, we truly enjoyed our stay and would love to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha P., Port Orange FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short vacation
Clean, spacious, all the comforts of home away from home, friendly neighbors, safe neighbor hood to walk, quiet, near hiking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S., Mount Airy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Peaceful Property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was in pristine condition. The owner thought of everything and it was so beautiful and relaxing. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

This place was wonderful and the owners are great.
Wonderful time, great place and great owners. I will definitely be back soon I hope. 🙂😎

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun in the sun
The property was beautiful. Plenty of space for everyone. The boat dock with paddle boat and boards were perfect entertainment for the kids. We enjoyed our stay and can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
The house was well stocked, comfortable and very updated. The water toys were perfect. So much fun!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Our family of four highly enjoyed our stay. The house is amazing! We brought our boat and our teenage boys loved going fishing everyday. We had a great time making memories as a family! We were relaxed and stress free!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great River Home
By far the best I've stayed at. The home was everything I thought it would be and more. Rex was an amazing host and stayed in contact with me the whole time. I would give more stars if possible. If you're looking for a place on the river this is where you need to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
This house will make you smile. It is so well done you can't help but feel relaxed. This is the second time I have rented it and will for sure do it again. The home is in such a quite spot and the view of the lake is breathtaking. If you are looking for a great place to stay this is your house for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Fall fishing trip
We stayed at River House on Mile Marker 514 on a fall fishing trip. Debbie and Rick were very accommodating. They greeted us upon arrival. I would recommend this house for any stay on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Peaceful!
We didn't want to leave! The house was so clean and had so many thoughtful extras. It was extremely clean and Rex was just awesome to work with! We will definitely be renting from this owner in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place!
My family had a wonderful time at Rick n Deb's Mile Marker 514. The place is beautiful inside and out. Very clean and updated and we felt right at home at this place. We brought the boat and enjoyed some fishing, watched all the birds out the amazing views of the river, and even had a few whitetail deer run through. We would love to stay at this place in the future. Thanks again to Rick n Deb for sharing their lovely home and being amazing hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great overnight stop
We stayed here for 1 night to break up a long drive between Michigan and Florida. The owners were great, the place was super clean, and had everything we needed. They go above and beyond stocking the home with various sundries you might need in case you forgot something. Deb and Rick were absolutely great, I would definitely stay here again. I'm even going to look at summer options in the future to enjoy the water access.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

BRANDIE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!
My son was in a wedding at Howe farms which was about 25 mins away, we could not have asked for a better place to stay, house was very clean and perfect for us! Setting was very peaceful and quiet. Sat out on deck watching the geese and ospreys almost every morning. Beautiful sunset as well. Loved it! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
I have used Home Away for years now. And always had a good experience, but since I love to fish this rental property and it’s excellent owners care of home and rental clients it by far exceeded all others. 5 stars isn’t a high enough rating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Micki

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing river side house with beautiful views and many amenities. It’s at the end of a circle and offers privacy, quiet and seclusion. The description tells you everything you can expect, but not what is not included. We didn’t know to bring creamer (there was no dry powder), though there was coffee and sugar. Honestly, the house was the nicest we’ve stayed in, so no creamer, no big deal. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful spot
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. Checkin was a breeze, Rex was a great host, and the property/house was beautiful (we really enjoyed watching the osprey nest across the cove). We parked our boat in the covered dock which made fishing very easy. We'd go out in the morning, come back for lunch and then go back out to catch more fish in the afternoon. My wife worked from the house on their high speed internet while I fished a two day tournament. The property is located conveniently 20 minutes from Dayton municipal park/boat ramp, the location of many major bass tournaments launch sites.. if you don't want to deal with tournament launch chaos, it's an easy 8 mile run to blast off in Richland Creek. We will definitely come back. Thanks Rex!!! Craig & Suzy
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion on the River
First of all, the home is immaculate and as described on VRBO. Outstanding reno with numerous upgrades and great decor. We were 100% pleased with the home and property. Very peaceful with beautiful views. We were in Decatur, Tn to celebrate a family reunion for the weekend and had a wonderful time. The house was a great place to unwind at the end of each day. Debbie/Rick were great to work with and even recommended several places for us to have lunch/dinner. We thoroughly enjoyed Monkey Town Brewery in Dayton. The beer and the food were excellent! The prices very reasonable and our servers both times were awesome. Also, visited Cookies and Cream on 4th. We had a great time chatting with the owners, super folks, the ice cream and cookies, were delicious...mmmm. I highly recommend the "River House at Mile Marker 514.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hartmut K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful river home
We were in town for a bass tournament. This home is absolutely beautiful and has an amazing view of the water. It had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. I would definitely return. Rex is very helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean with all you need!
Wow this is a sharp property, very clean, well maintained with all of the quality essentials needed for a great stay. Its well decorated and updated, the view is beautiful and most importantly, quiet, quiet, quiet! We will book again next time in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect House
Rex’s house was BEAUTIFUL, the view was spectacular, the home was clean and spacious and we felt safe. We will definitely recommend this house to all our friends and family! We will ALWAYS stay here if the house is available when we visit family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022