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The Lookout ~ Dog-Friendly

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Dining
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Smithville, TN
  • Place, Center Hill Lake
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Caney Fork River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Lookout ~ Dog-Friendly

Welcome to The Lookout, our hilltop home with sweeping views of Center Hill Lake. It’s peaceful, bright, and ideal for group trips or lake weekends with the dogs. Just a short drive to Hurricane Bridge boat ramp for easy water access.

– Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed
– Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed
– Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed
– Bedroom 4: 1 King bed
– 2 full bathrooms & 1 half bath
– Fresh linens and towels provided
– Fully stocked kitchen
– Indoor fireplace and smart TV
– Pool table for rainy-day fun
– Deck with lake views
– Private hot tub and fire pit
– Dog-friendly (with fee)

Local Highlights ~

Things to Do
– Canoe the Caney – 6 min
– Hurricane Marina – 7 min
– Center Hill Dam Overlook – 19 min
– Edgar Evins State Park – 21 min
– Burgess Falls – 27 min

Coffee & Dining
– The Retreat at Center Hill – 3 min
– Twisted Oaks – 11 min
– Fish Lipz Grill – 29 min
– Foglight Foodhouse – 41 min
– Big Bad Wolf Smokehouse – 49 min

We usually grab dinner down near the marina or pack snacks for a sunset picnic on the deck!

Guest Access
– Smart lock self check-in
– Free driveway parking
– Entire home and yard
– Boat ramp nearby (5–10 min)

Other Notes
– Not walkable to the lake
– Dog-friendly with $100 fee per pet
– No parties or smoking
– Quiet hours after 10 PM
– Stairs required to access entry

FAQ


➤ Is there lake access?
Not directly from the home, but you’re about 10 minutes from the Hurricane Bridge boat ramp.

➤ Are pets allowed?
Yes! We allow up to 2 dogs with a $100 fee per pet.

➤ Can I bring my boat?
Yes, but please note the driveway is very steep and curvy. There is no dock on-site, and the nearest boat launch is just a short drive away.

Meet the Host ❤︎
We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home while you’re here. If you need anything at all, don’t hesitate to reach out!

– Holly
During your stay at this chalet, you're just a quick walk from Center Hill Lake. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities.
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Center Hill Lake and a 2-minute drive from Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area
The Lookout (Dog-Friendly) offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Smithville chalet is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

A To Take Your Breath Away
A View to Take Your Breath Away! Smithville
A View to Take Your Breath Away! Private vacation home
485469

Reviews

The Lookout ~ Dog-Friendly Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The place is a little strange, but for a getaway it was great. Roomy and private.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a large group

Enjoyed the view, it’s private, easy to access, close to Walmart, spacious, 4 beds, pool table, large dining room table that sat us all for food or games, nice hot tub and great view from deck. We would def stay here again. Fully stocked kitchen (minus spices) lots of seating in living area. Perfect location. Really enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location.

Property was as advertised. A little aged / worn down. Steep driveway with narrow gate at road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

On top of the world

Literally, this house is on top of a hill. The view over the lake was beautiful!!! My family reunion was spent in a 4 bedroom home that was all we could've asked for. We had a game room upstairs that we enjoyed. Our plans were to stay in the house and talk all weekend but we ended up at the marina and enjoyed shopping and sitting by the water talking about old times. Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B., Knoxville TN USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely secluded property! Great beds!

We had a great weekend getaway at The Lookout! There were 8 adults and we all loved the property. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised at how comfortable (and firm) the king bed was! We hate soft beds. Everyone else said the beds were great too. The ice maker and fridge were remarkably cold which we were a pleasant surprise (a rental with a good ice machine?! Wow!). I also read a review that the deck was dangerous which i totally disagree with. It was weathered, but structurally sound 100%. I dont know why people thought it wasn't sturdy. We saw no bugs inside whatsoever which is hard for a house set in the woods. The grill worked well, the AC worked really well upstairs and down, hot tub was super hot, honestly everything exceeded our expectations for a cozy, relaxed rental! If i had any critiques, one couch was quite old and worn and the outside trash cans might be small for an extended stay or lots of guests. We really had a great time and were so pleased with everything! Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon Heard N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dangerous Adventure

The house wasn't clean and it had huge cockroaches The balcony is old and dangerous. the dog walked on the balcony and it shook. Underneath the balcony the foundation/ beams are split in many places. We submitted photos. THE BEDS WERE THE WORST. We left early due to our aching bodies from the springs in the mattress ALL OF THEM! The ceiling fan light fell down and almost hit me in the head. I was offered a refund then the cost went up so they don't want to give hardly anything back. Sad Bad Business
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B., Perryville, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was idea for what our family loves to do - ski and boat on the lake. Everything in house was as advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness

House on the Hill

Our trip wasn’t for pleasure, other than the steep driveway the house was just fine for us
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

We loved it. Stayed here for a wedding, and it was perfect for a group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very fun

I loved the views and the house had a lot of fun things to do. We loved the pool table and hot tub. House is close to the city but very remote. Communication with property manager was easy and fast. There were some broken/loose furniture and the deck didn’t look too safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

paulina p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice house. We love ❤️

We love the area .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect size for my family

Nice stay for a family of 8 adults and one dog! As noted in some of the reviews you can hear the road but it wasn’t a bother. The spacious second floor was comfortable and it was easy to prepare meals and eat together. We visited the Appalachian Center for Craft galleries and Harmony Lane Farm. I highly recommend both of those places.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kristen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun family getaway

We stayed here with our four kids (ages 7-15) for fall break. The location was great and the views are beautiful. We enjoyed the fire pit( although it would have been nice if there was a lighter in the house to light it- we used the grill to light a stick then get the fire going). The kids were in the hot tub every day and we all enjoyed the pool table. The back bedroom to the right past the stairs when you walk in could use a new mattress. It was way too soft, and sunk in toward the middle. Overall, we had a great time and would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family vacay

We had 8 adult family members use this as our base camp for a week. Many beautiful waterfalls around to hike, visited wineries distilleries, toured a cave, and visited Nashville. Very nice house. We were able to cook a few meals and they had great selection of pots and pans.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dakota D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The property was great and provided everything the listing said was included. The only thing I would warn others about is the overly steep driveway. We would have rented a different vehicle if we would have known the driveway was straight up and down with a narrow turn at the top. We made it work but it was definitely difficult with our 8 passenger car, and I would ensure that the tires are good on whatever car you rent so you can make it up the steep drive without trouble.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake stay

A few hiccups but the management company was very helpful and responsive. The house and furniture are a bit dated but we had everything we needed. We cooked each night and kitchen is well stocked. Great view of lake. Space to spread out a bit and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

matthew w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

The house is up on a hill surrounded by trees. Very private. The roads a little noisy but the privacy makes up for it. With the hot tub, big deck and pool table it’s a great place to unwind after hiking or being on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

Convenient and scenic

The proximity to lake access is amazing. Honestly, you can’t be much closer aside from having a home right next to the water which isn’t allowed at center hill. Views from the top floor are great for both sunrises and sunsets. The kitchen was well equipped and functional. Having the pool table was a nice touch. Just a few improvement notes: since it’s dog friendly, the wear and tear on carpet and couches are more prominent. Also as others have mentioned, the driveway is super steep but manageable if you shift to a lower gear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The lookout

Everything about this house is as described. Managment is wonderful and accommodating. They are quick to handle any concerns. The views are great - pictures do not do justice!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Views

The views are amazing. Very nice dog friendly property. I would stay here again and recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Super Dirty

I rented this home because of the number of bedrooms and the pictures. Once we arrived, quickly it became apparent the property is neglected. From the jacuzzi being half full with dirt on the side, spiders in bathtubs and showers, pillows being soiled, the intake for the air conditioner had mold and dust, every fan was coated with dust and the dust under the pool table was unacceptable. This property has potential to be amazing but I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

This house was wonderful! Everything about this house was as pictured on the site and then some. The fact that the bedrooms are all downstairs made it convenient for those wanting to relax and the rest still were able to utilize the entire community space upstairs with out bothering. Hot tub was nice and well maintained as well as the grill. If there were anything not as pictured it's that the trees have grown in so lake wasn't as easy to see but that's what trees do the grow lol. Drive is very steep with a turn that takes a time or two to get used to it! Would definitely stay again!

4/10 Poor

Cindy Z., Hartsville, TN

Disliked: Cleanliness

Will not be back

It served the purpose, we didn’t actually spend a lot of time in the house. I have to say it was one of the dirtiest places I’ve ever stayed. Every time I turned around I was seeing bugs and spiders. There were spider webs everywhere. None of the TV’s would pick up a channel. There was no view because everything was grown up blocking the view. This will not stop me from using VRBO in the future but I will not be back to this particular house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzann O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week

We had a great week staying here - plenty of space, dog friendly, enjoyed the pool table and hot tub. Pretty views!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021