Title: Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly Lakefront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26935000/26934967/92c3615f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26935000/26934967/d3bce90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26935000/26934967/65f3af84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26935000/26934967/9b332f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26935000/26934967/3385148a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched lakefront in historic Dandridge, TN, Fort Sunset offers a serene retreat with breathtaking sunsets. Enjoy coffee on the back deck overlooking the lake and unwind in the hot tub or by the fire pit lakeside. With a selection of kayaks and paddle boards for adventure-seekers, this home provides endless fun on Douglas Lake. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, 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 minutes 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 1 king and 1 queen 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: • Hot Tub lakeside-Large 8 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 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways (36 inches high) - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking on outdoor spaces only ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Kayak - Paddleboard - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,100 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28260000/28251600/28251577/9399ed10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private and Peaceful Lakefront Cabin, just north of Smokey Mountains Dandridge - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 153 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=28251577&PinnedHotelID=28251577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111550000/111544400/111544309/5877fb81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New listing! 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Dandridge - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 8.0 Very good 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=18786934&PinnedHotelID=18786934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Use of lake, hot tub, fire pit, recreational equipment, and dock area at own risk. No children under the age of 12 (or anyone who cannot swim regardless of age) allowed on the dock without adult supervision and wearing a life jacket. No aggressive dogs allowed. Pets must be under owner's control at all times and must be crated if left alone. Guests responsible to pick up pet waste. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: DOGS ONLY WITH APPROVAL. NO OTHER ANIMALS ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: All children must be supervised at all times. ### Events No events allowed Non-registered overnight guests subject to charges ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking on outdoor spaces only ## 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 Note from host: Non-registered overnight guests subject to charges Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Lakefront Home House Lakefront Home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.96398%2C-83.41682&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tbWl7DHbSauT_QSIeFApg76UQh0=) Dandridge, TN #### What's nearby - Douglas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Vermont Horse Park - 20 min walk - 1.6 km - Forbidden Caverns - 24 min drive - 19.7 km - Wilderness at the Smokies - 41 min drive - 48.1 km - Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 42 min drive - 48.5 km #### Getting around - McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬14 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive - ‪China 1 - ‬13 min drive - ‪Owens restaurant - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fort Sunsets-Best Lakefront Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Kayaks, Dog Friendly located? > This family-friendly Dandridge vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Douglas Lake and Vermont Horse Park. Town of Dandridge Park and Lewis Island are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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