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Home in Sevierville
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsBreathtaking Views - Secluded Cabin, Hot Tub
Mar 14 – 21
Home in Pigeon Forge
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews3 Bedroom House Near Pigeon Forge !
Nov 12 – 19
Home in Sevierville
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsRiverfront Home Near Sevierville Convention Center
Sep 13 – 20
Home in Cosby
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviewsa Pleasant Surprise in the Smokies
Oct 9 – 16
Home in Sevierville
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsRomantic Valley Dream Cabin, Fplace, Htub, FPit
Apr 19 – 26
Home in Pigeon Forge
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviewsHillside Bear Hideaway~Great location W~P~ hot tub
Aug 15 – 20
Home in Pigeon Forge
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviewsLuxury Getaway, Breathtaking View,Home Theatre
Apr 17 – 24
Home in Sevierville
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviewsAmazing views in private nature reserve
Nov 20 – 27
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Cottage in Dandridge
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviewsCountry Lakefront Cottage
Nov 2 – 9
Cabin in Sevierville
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsSecluded Mountain View Cabin w Private Lake Access
Jan 19 – 26
Guesthouse in Dandridge
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviewsMountain View Guest Cottage
May 10 – 17
Cabin in Newport
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviewsEnjoy a Cozy Cabin With Great Smoky Mountain Views
Aug 21 – 28
Cabin in Dandridge
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsLittle Fishing Bear, lakefront, dock
May 17 – 24
Tiny home in Newport
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviewsBeach Beauty Tiny House near Smoky Mountains
Dec 3 – 10
Guesthouse in Jefferson City
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviewsNear Lakes, C-N, National Parks & Entertainment
Apr 21 – 28
Cottage in Newport
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviewsRock Hill River Retreat
Dec 30 – Jan 6
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Home in Hartford
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviewsTranquil Cabin near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge.
Feb 2 – 9
Home in Pigeon Forge
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviewsRiverfront house The Island, Dollywood, Titanic
Sep 23 – 30
Home in Dandridge
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviewsStone Bridge Cove Lower Level Walkout Douglas Lake
Dec 31 – Jan 7
Home in Dandridge
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviewsPeaceful Lakefront on Douglas with Private Dock
Feb 18 – 25
Home in Dandridge
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews7th Heaven Lakefront 2BR+Loft BR
Feb 12 – 19
Home in Sevierville
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsLake Front Home, only 18 miles to Pigeon Forge!
Apr 4 – 11
Home in Dandridge
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviewsLakeLife Home Your own paradise.
Sep 12 – 19
Home in Dandridge
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsSmoky Mountain "Lake Oasis"
Oct 14 – 21
Your guide to Douglas Lake
Welcome to Douglas Lake
Like many of the state’s major bodies of water, Douglas Lake is a man-made reservoir that was the result of the Tennessee Valley Authority creating the Douglas Dam from the French Broad River in the 1940s to provide hydroelectric power and help with flood control in the Tennessee River Valley. Renowned for its fishing — it’s one of the top spots in the nation for largemouth bass and crappie, thus drawing major fishing competitions to the area — Douglas Lake is 45 minutes’ drive due east of Knoxville, a magnet to its sparkling waters in warmer months for weekend warriors from the city as well as out-of-state vacationers. Covering more than 28,400 square acres of surface area, the lake straddles Hamblen, Cocke, Jefferson, and Sevier counties, and is also conveniently positioned for Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park — an easy day trip if you’re looking to get away and out of the water. Dandridge is the largest town along the lake, while Baneberry is one of Douglas Lake’s big vacation rental hubs. Newport, just south of the lake, also has numerous cabin rentals.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Douglas Lake
With Tennessee’s relatively mild climate, May through October are prime months for enjoying Douglas Lake. While summers bring in throngs of people, the lake is large enough to accommodate crowds without feeling like you’re vacationing with strangers. Fall is gorgeous and, due to the elevation in East Tennessee, tends to arrive earlier in this part of the state than the rest, with the leaves hitting peak color in early-to-mid-October. Some attractions are only open seasonally in the summer months, while others, such as the Forbidden Caves, have a slightly longer season from April through November. Winter can be cold and gray, but on the plus side, the annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest Celebration illuminates Sevier County’s Parkway with more than five million lights from mid-November through mid-February.
Top things to do in Douglas Lake
Forbidden Caverns
One of Tennessee’s defining features is its cavernous topography, which can be explored subterraneously via any of the state’s many caves that are open to the public. Centuries ago, the Eastern Woodland Indians used the Forbidden Caverns as a water source and for shelter in the winter; later, moonshiners concealed the fruits of their labors here. Today, you can take a guided tour to see the grottos, stalactites, stalagmites, and other cave features for yourself.
Foothills Parkway
A project in the works for the better part of a century, the Foothills Parkway will eventually serve as a 72-mile-long scenic road on the perimeters of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Currently, you can pick it up in nearby Wears Valley and drive the completed section to Walland for picture-perfect glimpses of the Smokies in all their glory.
Tennessee Museum of Aviation
This 50,000-square-foot museum specializes in World War II warbirds with a healthy collection of military vehicles, trainers, fighter jets, helicopters, and amphibious aircraft. Take a self-guided tour through aviation history via the facility’s educational exhibits and knowledgeable docents.
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