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Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, offices
TV, fireplace, DVD player, offices
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 168500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room

Summary:
Don’t miss this secluded Smoky Mountain lake house! Douglas Lake Lodge, a gated house with a vast yard in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains, has 13 beds, sleeper sofas & 4 ½ baths. This lakeside lodge was made for enjoying the outdoors with amenities such as a private pool, dock with diving board, outdoor shower, tennis court, fire pit, and expansive deck. Inside, you’ll find a game room (games are included!), generous living spaces, and lots of cozy seating – perfect for gathering and reconnecting!

The Space:
Douglas Lake Lodge sleeps 16+ guests comfortably; there are 3 king beds, 2 queen beds, a loft with 8 single beds, and half a dozen couches available for sleeping, as well. There are 4 ½ bathrooms & an outdoor shower.

Features:
- Over 100 acres of gated, private land to explore
- Pet-friendly: Please let us know if you plan on brining a pet! Fees apply.
- Plenty of parking

Fun, Private Outdoor Spaces:
- Private pool & pool house, open seasonally, not heated
- Private tennis court, open year round
- Private cove for swimming & dock with diving board, open seasonally
- Porch with Two-Seater Chairs & Side Tables
- Deck with Table & Chairs
- Propane Grill
- Solo Stove
- Private Decks with lots of seating

Large, Spacious Kitchen:
- Eat-In Island with Three High-Top Chairs
- Table with 6 Wooden Chairs with Cushions
- Flatware, including spoons, forks, and more
- Glasses, including plastic tumblers, glasses, mugs and more
- Barware, including wine glasses, can opener, bottle opener and more
- Dishware, including plates, bowls, and more
- Cooking Utensils, including whisks, measuring cups, cheese grater and more
- Serveware, including wooden spoons, ladles, and more + BQQ Utensils
- Keurig Coffee Machines, Single & Pot
- Blender, Toaster, & Microwave
- Pots & Pans
- Baking Sheets
- Fridge, Oven, Dishwasher & Gas Range Top

Comfortable Accommodations:
- Living Space with a 55" TV, two 3-seaster couches, a loveseat, rocking chair & recliner
- 3 King Rooms: featuring lots of clothing storage space & mirrors
- 2 Queen Rooms: cozy comforters & dressers with mirrors
- 8 Twin Beds: lofted over the kitchen with extra seating & blankets
- Laundry Room: washer & dryer (bring your own laundry supplies)
- Game Room: Two 3-Seater Couches, Table with 4 Chairs, 55” Smart TV with Streaming, Pool/Billiards Table & Ping Pong Table with Extra Balls

Guest Comfort & Amenities
- Wi-Fi: Stay connected with fast and reliable internet.
- Entertainment: Smart TV in the living area for streaming options.
- Parking: Ample paved parking for easy access.

Nearby Attractions
- Explore Gatlinburg: Experience the charm of downtown, with shops, restaurants, and family-friendly activities.
- Adventure in the Smoky Mountains: Hike scenic trails, enjoy thrilling drives, and immerse yourself in nature

LAKE INFORMATION:
Once the lake levels reach 985-ft, it is difficult to utilize a boat in the water. Once the levels reach 980-ft, the dock is no longer accessible. This information can be found on the TVA website for Douglas Lake. This event can take place between September 1-30, but typically occurs at the end of September.

*Any trailers or RVs must be disclosed upon your reservation.
*Please take note that bears are in the area. We do provide bear safety tips upon arrival.
*Please be aware that due to potential freezing temperatures in January and February, there's a risk of frozen water pipes.

Douglas Lake Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and Douglas Lake. Book your stay today!

Guest Access:
Guests are free to use the pool, tennis court, dock, pool table, ping-pong table, books and games. The home is accessed using a door code, which is provided a few days before your stay.

The Neighborhood:
Douglas Lake Lodge is in a quiet, remote area of the Smoky Mountains. You will have lots of privacy. This home is near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville, TN.

Some local favorites and nearby attractions include Dollywood, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Gatlinburg SkyLift Park, The Island in Pigeon Forge, The Titanic Museum Attraction, The Hollywood Wax Museum, The Old Mill Restaurant, The Gatlinburg Space Needle, Anakeesta, and Ober Gatlinburg.

Getting Around:
Taxi services, Uber, Lyft are available. Downtown Gatlinburg offers trolley service. There is ample public parking available for driving around the area. We suggest having a car to get around town.

Other Things to Note:
Horseback riding is available 1 mile from the house and boat rentals are available one mile by water down near the dam. Grocery stores, restaurants and gas are available about 6 miles away on Highway 66.

Property manager

Ayres Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 8,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Douglas In The Smoky Mountains
Douglas Lake Lodge in the Smoky Mountains Sevierville
Douglas Lake Lodge in the Smoky Mountains Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Sevierville, TN

What's nearby

  • Wilderness at the Smokies - 15 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Wild WaterDome - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Soaky Mountain Waterpark - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sevierville Convention Center - 16 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Dollywood's Splash Country - 29 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Aubrey S Sevierville - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room on Aug 19, 2025 start from CA $875.07, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Douglas Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mountain Cove Marina and Wild WaterDome. Wilderness at the Smokies and Soaky Mountain Waterpark are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Douglas Lake Lodge: Pool, Tennis Court, Game Room Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Pictures were accurate and the space was able to comfortably accommodate our large group. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sapna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy stay

Great communication with the property manager. Excellent lake house location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEFF A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream weekend

We had three families meet to enjoy the long weekend. Kids ranged in age from 8-16. We all had a blast. There are so many activities that you never need to leave the property. We fished, swam, played basketball and had a pickleball tournament. There was plenty of space for everyone to stretch out. The kitchen was well-stocked for all our cooking needs. Fantastic property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting

Beautiful house and grounds in a quieter setting than the typical Smokey Mountains lodge!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

Very peaceful and pleasant. The property is beautiful. We enjoyed poolside reading, stargazing and enjoying the solitude. Property manager was also very responsive & supportive.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

Really great location. Had a group of 15 of us w/ mixes of couples and singles. Everybody was comfortable and happy with the house. Would 100% visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay at Douglas Lake

Loved the extras..our own pool to use and was able to convert the tennis court to pickleball. Mgmt company was quick to respond to all inquiries. Bedrooms were much larger than pictured. Downstairs was a welcome retreat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Quynh l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kept us busy

Family ages 3 to 78 from 4 different cities across the country plus a dog - cooked all meals in spacious kitchen, played games, swam in lake, then pool with plenty of floats, bounced balls on the court, and replenished supplies conveniently from Publix & Walmart. Agents were responsive, friendly, and helpful when we needed things. Only suggestions are the pans created black streaks from stove and oven was overlooked in cleaning. Otherwise, we enjoyed our time immensely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Family Vacation 2023

We had a wonderful time with our family at this property. It was beautiful and quite. We had a couple issues with water supply/pressure on two occasions but it didn’t stop us from having a great time! Bill the property manager was very kind and prompt on his responsiveness if we needed anything. We would come back and stay for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

dominique v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice property, needs updating and maintenance

We vacillated between 3-4 stars on this property. Three stars because we encountered 2 major issues on our arrival- 1) no air conditioning in the main part of the house (on a 100 degree day in July) and 2) little to no water or water pressure x 48 hours. Four stars because the location and lake were nice, and the property management team was very responsive to our concerns and tried to fix the issues in as timely a manner as possible. Overall, even without the issues we dealt with, we felt that the property was in need of significant updating and maintenance before it would be worth the nightly rate they are charging.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering for 70th Birthday

We had a wonderful time celebrating a big birthday with family from all around. We had a great time swimming in the pool, cooking, hanging out and playing games inside and out. Only bummer is lake dock wasnt accessible due to the time of year apparently. We fished from the shore anyway and caught a few fish. The location is awesome, the tennis courts need some love but we didn't use them much, played basketball actually, but they need resurfacing. Overall we had a great time having a bunch of us altogether. One thing I will mention is there are only 5 actual bedrooms. The sixth "room" is a loft above the kitchen and main living room area where if you sleep and other people are still up you will hear everything. We planned on putting the 4 kids up there but after one night we had to rearrange. Not a huge deal but a little inconvenient for parents who had to share rooms with kids eventually.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Place

We had a great stay -- it was nice to have extended family all under the same roof and there was plenty of room. It was a really nice place. But, there was a couple issues. The security alarm went off when we arrived and we had no code to disable it. We didn't have instructions on how to lock the electronic front door. Those were the two bigger issues. Overall, it was a great stay, and we would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Denine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful home but disappointed upon arrival

The property is beautiful but requires some need maintenance. Pool was not maintained before we got there, had to call to get it clean, masterbedroom had no central air working, portable units were installed to where you could not go out the doors, they were taped shut and the units could not keep up with the size of the room to keep it cool with all the massive windows so it was not very comfortable at night sleeping. Deck is in need of some repair --wooden floor boards sagging and really not safe to walk on and the gate was falling apart at the top of the stairs. For the price, I expected more and will be requesting a refund of a portion of what we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Chason Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honest Review

Honest Review: This is an honest review of our stay. The first night we arrived we had a slight delay of getting into the house. The door code was provided but the gate code was not provided. The host answered within 5-10 minutes of us reaching out. We arrived at 4 PM the house which was extremely beautiful and large. However the water was not working. It is a dual well system and for some reason there was an issue that needed to be resolved. We could not wash hands or flush toilets consistently. The issue was resolved around 10-11 PM. However, the host made sure to be in constant communication with us until the issue was resolved. The house had great amenities pool table, ping pong table, tennis court... it also had everything we needed in order to cook a great Thanksgiving meal. It was very spacious and decorated well! There was plenty of room for us to relax due to the amount of chairs, couches, multiple tables... The door has issues with being locked. The locking system would not lock consistently. This made some of the guests feel uncomfortable at night and when leaving the house due to having our valuables being stolen if anyone were to break in. The house smelled good, and was clean for the most part. There were some stains from previous guests which is not the hosts fault. The master bedroom has some flies that were dead need the bed. You can tell the host puts money into the house as the decking seemed to be brand new. Overall we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Kathy H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

A potential great house ....but not just yet

Property management team were VERY responsive to the many issues faced during our 2 wks. -Outside deck recently been replaced, Direct TV wasn't reconnected. Went multiple days without TV service.When you paid what we did per night, I do actually expect all core utilities to work! It was over the July 4th, it was days to get the service. - The propane for the grill was also not reconnected, we had to get our own propane tank filled (though they did offer to reimburse for this expense). -Inside oven glass cracked, could not use that oven. -Trash in garage with tons of maggots in garage-GROSS! -The kitchen refrige was not maintaining temp. after an initial food bought ($1500). Plus both the small refridge in basement & pool house refridge did not work. -On the last day a new kitchen fridge was delivered, so we had to accommodate for the delivery. We were then immediately locked out of the garage fridge, once the new fridge was delivered, again I had to call. -Master bdrm ceiling fan did not function, they had to bring a floor fan. -Pool house shower did not function. -No kitchen towels, iron, & coffee pot did not work. - They would not run pool vacuum w/floats in pool, went 2 wks w/o the pool getting cleaned. Never made aware of pool cleaning schedule to accommodate. -The rental price was extreme for the # of issues we dealt with. I would have expected some degree of rebate due to the insane number of issues. -Disappointing experience w/ such a beautiful house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Steven M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place, but needs cleaning , mouse control, and washer & dryer

In sum, this house is beautiful as is the land, but is cluttered, dirty, has non-potable water, a MOUSE PROBLEM, and lack of washer-dryer. Due to the very high price and dirty house, we will not be back to this property. PROs: -The house is huge and has ample room for large families. -The private pool was incredible! Large enough for a family as large as ours . We spent a lot of time playing in the pool. It was so close to the house, had its own toilet. -Location. The house was located very close to Sevierville. It made getting to/from the cabin easy and there was lots to do in Sevierville if you chose to do so! -The a/c units worked really well and had zoning. CONs: -The host would not allow us access to the washer/dryer. This made our weekend very difficult to enjoy especially considering that all towels and linens were supposed to be provided. Yet, the bed sheets/ blankets down stairs had mouse poop on them and we only had 3 dish towels. No pool towels, so we were left to use the same towel for showers/ pool for four days.. Not what we expected for ~2kay/ night. -the kitchen was very poorly stocked. Besides a knife set and a few mismatched plates, we were left scrambling to find thing to cook with and eat on. There were 3 bowls. It made serving meals and cooking a challenge. -The coffee maker was broken. -Of the 3 showers in the house, one was completely broken. We notified the host but he never did anything to try to fix it. Of the other 2 showers, the water pressure was poor. Baths for kids was questionable due to the yellow water and black specks coming out of all the sinks -The water was not potable. It was well water that came out of the tap with a yellow/ orange color and black specks floating in it. -There was mice! Our first night there, my father in law woke up to a mouse running across his pillow! I wish I was kidding. Again, we notified the host but he simply denied the claim and said he had been there recently and there was no mice then. The next day, my father in law bought a mouse trap and caught the mouse. -The house was very cluttered and full of personal items, pictures, clothes etc. Many of tables/ surfaces were unusable due to so many personal items being on them. The furniture it old, the blankets are old. Everything is JUST OLD and OUTDATED, which is not a big deal normally but considering the very high price we expected more for the price we paid.

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property!

Place was amazing! The rental company was awesome to deal with, very responsive. House was massive, well outfitted, and very cozy for our group of 15 (ages 2-49). My only knock on the property is that the tennis/basketball court could use a facelift. Also, the drive in off the main highway was not for the faint of heart, but that could just be me being a city boy/baby. Overall, great experience and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dru M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Memorial Day Getaway With Friends

The house was amazing. The pictures in the listing are accurate. There is tons of space. We played in the lake, at the pool, on the tennis court, and at the ping pong table. We had a lot of fun the entire time. Everyone had plenty of room and was very comfortable. The water got hot, the pressure was fine, there was no discoloration. All appliances worked. There were plenty of towels. The TVs all worked, we watched several movies. We opened the windows at night to cool down the house. Some ceiling fans I could not figure out how to turn on. It appeared that the surround sound system was unplugged so we didn’t touch it but would have been nice to use. Other than that, the house was just fine. We felt safe and comfortable and we had a lot of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

nick h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time

Lots to do outside with the lake access, pool, and tennis court. Very fun property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

House is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

greg l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Linkous 9-1-19 to 9-7-19

Great place, great pool, water pressure too low , hot water not hot warm at best, temperature in home not consistent cold in some rooms , some beds are comfortable others not. Great spot need some love
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Vacation Home-Would Stay Again!

We had a large family group and this house was the perfect spot. There was plenty to do for the young and old -- swimming pool, tennis court, pool table, ping pong, and our own private area of the lake. The house was laid out very nicely with spacious bedrooms and plenty of room to relax and enjoy the views. The property manager/owner was extremely accommodating, always accessible, and very responsive when we needed something. We stayed for 5 nights and truly enjoyed every minute of our stay. Thank you so much for everything, Joseph!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019