HOT+Sauna •FREE Kayaks •Arcade •17+ •FirePit •Ramp

Entire home in Smithville, Tennessee

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 13 beds
  4. 3.5 baths
Hosted by Michelle
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

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Steps from Center Hill Lake

Steps from Center Hill Lake, with state parks, waterfalls, and marinas a short drive away

Hot tub, sauna, and lake gear

A private hot tub, steam sauna, fire pit, and kayaks make the most of the lakefront setting

Michelle and Rocky go above and beyond

Guests highlight how thoughtful and responsive Michelle and Rocky are, from check-in to checkout
✅ HotTUB w/large TV for game days🏈
✅ 5 KING BRs w/ Smart TV's 📺
✅ Steam SAUNA(great for detoxing!)♨️
✅ FREE Kayaks&Paddlebrd+LifeJckts🛶
✅ Arcade/Game RM +Karaoke Fun🎮🎤
✅ Two Gas Fireplaces&Fire-Pit 🔥
✅ Lake Access+BEACHY Area below 🏡
✅ Chef’s Kitchen(+Wet Bar&Fridges)👨‍🍳
✅ Ooni Pizza Oven/ Gas Grill🍦
✅ Basketball Goal+Tons of games 🏀
✅ Perfect 4 LARGE Gatherings/Reunions/Bdays&Bachelor Bashes🎉
✅ Ramp+Ample Parking+Fast WiFi 🚗
✅ A True YEAR-Round Getaway✨

The space
🌊 Gather. Celebrate. Reconnect. Escape! 🏡✨ Lake Escape is the perfect lakefront getaway for family holidays, reunions, youth & men’s retreats, ladies’ bridge gatherings, birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette weekends, golf retreats, wedding rehearsals & couples showers. 🎉💍

🚣‍♀️ 4 FREE kayaks + 2 paddleboards make lake days easy, while nearby hiking trails & spectacular waterfalls are perfect for outdoor adventurers! 🥾💦 Plus, tee off at Honky Tonk National Golf Course, a world-class golf experience just minutes away. ⛳️

Big groups. Big celebrations. BIG memories. ❤️ Come make yours at Lake Escape!

Relax, recharge & reconnect at Lake Escape - a private lakefront retreat with direct water access, hot tub + TV, and five king suites (all with smart TVs)! Perfect for families, reunions, birthdays, bachelor bash weekends, receptions, couples shower, or any celebrations!

Guest access
You'll have access to 3 floors, the main floor, upstairs, and downstairs. You will not have access to the very bottom floor (garage).

Other things to note
It's time to relax & retreat! There is no better place than the pristine beautiful waters of Center Hill Lake in Smithville, Tennessee! "Lake Escape" home is at the end of a dead end road offering privacy surrounded by nature. This little slice of Heaven is perfect for family and friends gatherings. It truly is an OASIS of a home and location is perfect! Enjoying relaxing on one of the decks with plenty of seating for everyone, outdoor grill, hot tub, pool table, sauna, kayaks, fire pit, and more! Primitive ramp below house with access to launch small boats; located minutes between Pates Ford & Four Seasons/SLIGO Marinas.

This home easily sleeps 17 comfortably, in five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. Kitchen is fully stocked with most anything you may need and seating for everyone around the dinner table! 'No Wake Zone' family room has a pool table and large sectional perfect for making memorable movie nights.

Only steps down to the water! We provide four kayaks and life jackets for your use. Beach area to lake, below house. Boat ramp for small fishing boats and jet skis beside home. Launch your boat at Pate's Ford Marina (Home of WAKEFEST) just five minutes down the road, and grab dinner at Fishlipz while watching bands from Nashville perform!

The main level of this cozy home features large windows, a large fireplace, a kitchen fit for your chef of the family, 1/2 bath, two queen sleeper sofas, a large dining table with seating for 17, two TVs, a large over-sized deck, and 'Chef's Quarters' bedroom with a comfortable king bed and stunning views!

Upstairs features 'No Wake Zone', a family room complete with Uncle T's Corner (perfect spot for playing games), a Pool Table, large queen sleeper sofa, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, and ice maker, electronic fireplace, morning balcony for coffee 'Crow's Nest', full bathroom with combo tub/shower, and 'Surf's Up' bedroom with cozy king bed.

Downstairs floor features a full bathroom with tub/shower combo, laundry, 'First Mate's Retreat' bedroom with large king bed, printer and desk for working, and XL twin bed (available for set up upon request). 'Captain's Quarters' Master Bedroom features a gas fireplace, comfortable king bed, and master bathroom complete with double shower heads and a sauna! Access to the Hot Tub and Deck through both bedrooms. Located off of the master bedroom is the 'Stowaway' bedroom complete with a large king bed.

Over-sized Decks spans off the main living area and downstairs bedrooms appointed with a large gas grill, furniture, hot tub, and mini fridge! Fire pit outside with firewood provided on us! The Perfect Weekend Getaway!

GAMES at Lake Escape: We have a pool table and air hockey game on top floor; we are in the process of acquiring an arcade game. We keep Corn Hole Boards and bags at the house, along with these inside games: Standard Deck of Cards, ROOK, UNO, PHASE-10, Five Crowns, Battleship, CandLand, Rummikub, Pictionary, Game of Things, Monopoly (Murfreesboro Edition), Mexican Train Dominoes, LRC (Wild Edition), Candy Land Board, Battleship, JENGA, Dirty Minds (17+), Hot & Spicy (17+), & Cards Against Humanity (Recommend Adults Only).

CONCIERGE SERVICES AVAILABLE For a Fee. No request is too little or great! We can help add that special touch (i.e., chocolates, flowers, or wine) while you get the credit!

(We also provide some lake supply rentals, please ask us about inventory & pricing)

📍 Nearby Attractions:

⛵ Pates Ford Marina/Rest.& Pool–5 min
⛵ Four Seasons&Sligo Marinas–30 min
🏞 Rock Island State Park – 26 min
🏞 Burgess Falls – 27 mi
🛶 Canoe the Caney – 35 min
🐐 Harmony Lane Farms - 25 min
⛳ Smithville Golf Course – 24 min
⛳ Honky Tonk Nat'l Golf Club – 33 min
🪨 The Caverns - 1:20 min
🎨 Appalachian Center for Craft- 34 min

Nestled in the rolling foothills of Middle Tennessee, Lake Escape sits on the stunning shores of Center Hill Lake—just one hour east of Nashville. Enjoy the peaceful privacy of Smithville, surrounded by waterfalls, scenic hiking trails, and the sparkling waters of one of Tennessee’s most beautiful lakes.

Guests love that we’re perfectly positioned for adventure and day trips—just a short drive to Nashville, Cookeville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Spend your days boating, kayaking, wake surfing, or exploring nearby state parks, then unwind with a glass of wine at one of the nine charming wineries and breweries scattered throughout the Upper Cumberland area—all within easy reach of the lake.

Whether you’re here to explore or simply relax, Lake Escape is the perfect blend of lake life, mountain charm, and Tennessee hospitality.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed, 2 toddler beds, 1 crib
Bedroom 3
1 king bed

What this place offers

Valley view
River view
Private beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 87 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guests mention

Where you’ll be

Smithville
Bluegrass traditions run through this Tennessee town, where lakeside bluffs overlook Center Hill Lake and starry night skies settle over quiet hills.
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From the host

Lake Escape Vacation House is perfectly located in Smithville, TN, just minutes from the sparkling waters of Center Hill Lake. Only a 5-minute drive from Pate’s Ford Marina and the vibrant Fishlipz Resort & Grill—owned by the team behind Nashville’s legendary Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge and Kid Rock’s—you’ll find lakeside dining, boat rentals, and incredible live music on summer weekends featuring top Nashville talent.

For nature lovers and outdoor adventurers, this area is a hidden gem. Explore some of Tennessee’s most stunning waterfalls and hiking trails, all within a short drive:

Rock Island State Park & Twin Falls – Experience dramatic cascading falls, scenic overlooks, and hiking trails that wind through lush forest.
Burgess Falls State Park – A must-see with a series of waterfalls dropping nearly 250 feet in elevation, ending in a spectacular 130-foot waterfall.
Fancher Falls – A serene and secluded waterfall accessible by boat on Center Hill Lake—perfect for those seeking a peaceful adventure.

After a day of exploring, come home to breathtaking lake views from the balcony, relax in the hot tub or sauna, and unwind by the fire pit or one of several fireplaces. Whether you’re seeking adventure or serenity, Lake Escape Vacation House offers the ultimate retreat.

📍 Nearby Attractions

⛵ Pates Ford Marina&Restaurant–5 min
⛵ Four Seasons&Sligo Marinas–30 min
🏞 Rock Island State Park – 26 min
🏞 Burgess Falls – 27 mi
🛶 Canoe the Caney – 35 min
🐐 Harmony Lane Farms - 25 min
⛳ Smithville Golf Course – 24 min
⛳ Honky Tonk Nat'l Golf Club–33 min
🪨 The Caverns - 1:20 min
🎨 Appalachian Center for Craft- 34 min

Nestled in the rolling foothills of East Tennessee, Lake Escape sits on the stunning shores of Center Hill Lake—just one hour east of Nashville. Enjoy the peaceful privacy of Smithville, surrounded by waterfalls, scenic hiking trails, and the sparkling waters of one of Tennessee’s most beautiful lakes.

Guests love that we’re perfectly positioned for adventure and day trips—just a short drive to Nashville, Cookeville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Spend your days boating, kayaking, wake surfing, or exploring nearby state parks, then unwind with a glass of wine at one of the nine charming wineries and breweries scattered throughout the Upper Cumberland area—all within easy reach of the lake.

Whether you’re here to explore or simply relax, Lake Escape is the perfect blend of lake life, mountain charm, and Tennessee hospitality.

Meet your host

Superhost
87 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Where I went to school: EKU & University of Louisiana
My work: Speech Pathologist
My husband, Rocky & I thrive when we are around the sun and water! We LOVE summertime at the lake with our friends & family; also beach vacations through the winter months. Together we love to chase beautiful waterfalls and enjoy sunsets together!

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