Douglas Lakefront, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Private Dock,Kayaks,Sleeps 10,Dog Friendly

Welcome to your favorite place on earth with the best sunsets on the lake, now with a brand new fire pit sitting area! Imagine waking up to coffee on the back deck overlooking the lake, listening to the eagles and watching blue herons fish for their breakfast, or sitting in the front porch rocker to greet the herd of deer quietly grazing in the front yard. Eager to get to all the water fun to be had at the lake? A brand new hardscape extension with built in fire pit, kayak launching area, and seating area is ready for you. This will only add to an incredible hardscape area where you’ll find a selection of kayaks and paddle boards for the adventurous, and a hot tub for the more laid back! Fort Sunsets is the ultimate social distancing spot with some of best fishing on lake! Every season has its beauty on the lake. Come in March and April for the smallmouth and crappie fishing. The lake also hosts the Bassmasters Tournaments which starts a short 10 minutes from the house. Come in Summer to enjoy the lake and outdoors. Hang out on the dock, bring a boat or rent one, paddle the calm cove, or enjoy sitting on one of the 4 deck options. Come in cooler months to enjoy the views and proximity to tons of fun. Enjoy an area with beautiful views while working or studying remotely. Dedicated work station available with high speed fiber optic internet for your working or playing convenience.

Fort Sunset is a wonderful retreat, located lakefront in historic Dandridge, TN and 35 minute drive to Pigeon Forge, 45 minutes to Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. This home is year round lakefront with a dock that floats from April through October. Featuring 2100 sq ft of indoor living space and 2300+ sq ft of decks / patios all overlooking the main channel of Douglas Lake, while offering the security of being in a quiet cove. Immaculate landscaping, cobblestone steps to the water, large patio lakeside with plenty of furnishings.

The home has 3 king bedrooms on the main level with en suite baths and 1 king bedroom lower level with en suite bath. All bedrooms open onto the large decks and patios and offer fantastic views of the lake and sunsets. Large kitchen/dining /den combo opens to the massive screened deck overlooking Douglas Lake as well as both bedrooms having direct access to the screened-in deck. Home is comfortable for up to 3 couples with 2 children as there is plenty of room on the property to get away if needed.

Downstairs features a den with dartboard, TV and DVD player, and movie library. Here you'll find two day beds, comfy lounging chair(makes a bed), and an ottoman that makes a small bed also for additional sleeping space. All this opens to the lower level deck where a gas BBQ grill and extensive seating space to relax.

Fort Sunset will provide a place for your family to return for years to come and enjoy the clean and breathtaking water of Douglas Lake and Great Smoky Mountain views with Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg just a little farther down the road! Also 45 minutes to University of Tennessee if you want a getaway for sporting events. Tons of activities in area for everyone, including white water rafting, hiking, zip lining, shopping, playing, horse back riding, antiquing, fishing, tubing, water skiing, snow skiing, and still more! Best of all, super easy remote check in and check out.

Amenities:
• NEW Hot Tub lakeside-Large 7 person
• Large boat dock with boat slip, 2 jet ski ports, and kayak port (seasonal March till early to October) 4 kayaks and 2 paddle boards provided.
• Cobblestone patio lakeside with abundance of outdoor furniture along with gas grill
• Fire pit lakeside with fire wood provided
• Gentle slope to the water paved with stone steps
• Year round lake front, but water is lowered by TVA in winter months for flood control so December to February water is 20 feet lower than rest of the year.
• 500 sq ft, lower level, open air deck with lots of comfortable furnishings, (fenced for small children and dog's safety)
• 500 sq ft screened deck main level with lots of comfortable furnishings
• High speed fiber optic internet connectivity with Smart TVs and HULU
• Electronic Dart Board/Board Games/ DVD player on the lower level
• All cooking and eating utensils, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, blender and all major appliances
• Two coffee makers for K cup and standard drip
• Washer and dryer (lower level) and all bed linens furnished
• Central heat and air (NEST system)
• 2 twin day beds, 1 twin size chair/bed, and 1 fold out ottoman bed downstairs in rec room.
• All bath towels and wash cloths furnished
• 2 full baths en suite main level
• 1 full bath en suite lower level

*Contactless Checkin!! Code, wifi, and address sent the morning of check-in
**House is on well water with filtration system and septic system
***Home has exterior cameras on corners of house