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Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock

Cabin with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Norris Lake

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Andersonville, TN
  • Place, Norris Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norris Municipal Park and Forest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Andersonville

This cabin places you within a short walk of Norris Lake and within a mile (2 km) of Norris Dam State Park. The cabin includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Norris Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Norris Municipal Park and Forest - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 41 min drive - 31.2 miles
  • University of Tennessee - 41 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Neyland Stadium - 42 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Sierra Mexican Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Plus - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Clinch River Brewing - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chunky Monkey - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Cafe - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock

About this space
The lake home was built in the early 1930's to house the engineers constructing the entire TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority) system that created dams and hydro-electric power throughout the region. It also provided jobs that helped with employment during the Great Depression. A wonderful addition we made recently was a dock, which remains in the water from sometime in March until late October.

Please note this is an old, quaint home. It has its quirks.
The space:
This is an old, quaint, home. The lake home itself remains mainly as it was back then, complete with wormy-chestnut walls and ceilings. But now there are beds for FIVE people, not the 12 engineers that lived here back then - ha ha!

One thing that has just been upgraded is the water. Until recently we were on (very good) well water, but now we've hooked onto the County water system - which is of excellent quality. However, we continue to operate on a septic field, so we ask all our guests to be especially gentle with the plumbing - and not put anything down the drains that doesn't belong.

And we've also just added a few new amenities: a propane-gas grill on the porch, a small dog enclosure in the back yard (so we're happy to say that we're now welcoming dogs to our property - but, sorry, no cats) and a dock.
Guest access:
You'll have full access to the entire place during your stay, with driveway parking that can accommodate several cars.
Other things to note-
The TVA controls the height of the lake (to provide electric power year-round and recreational activities in the summer), but sometimes heavy rains cause it to rise somewhat. While it will never impact the lake home, there's a portion of the lower-lake road that sometimes goes under water, making the "loop" for walking or jogging more of a "turnaround."

*NO PARTIES/EVENTS AND NO LOUD LARGE GROUP GATHERINGS EVER.
*QUIET HOURS are 10pm to 8am
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties/events or loud large group gatherings.
Please clean up after your dog at the property and when walking them around the neighborhood.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Andersonville within a short 7-minute walk of Norris Lake. You'll also find Norris Dam State Park and Norris Municipal Park and Forest within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each cabin and kitchens in some.

Does Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock?

No, there aren't any cabins with balconies at Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock.

Reviews

Historic year-round cabin along lakeshore w/dock Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly S., Sterling, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed the cabin! Great location! Really glad to have a dock for our boat! It was easy to touch base with our host, Oksana. She was very helpful and prompt. Beautiful lake!! The cabin was just as described...older with lots of history yet quite comfortable! So glad we found a house we could bring our dog! She's a lab and many places dont allow an 80 lb. dog. Only thing i would say is the parking was pretty tight with our boat trailer. Thanks for a well kept cabin and all the amenities!Norris lake is amazing! We'll be back!Holly
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic haven on Norris Lake

This is the second time I've stayed here. I love it.Its a rustic type of cottage but it's great. We sat in the rocking chairs on the porch like old school locals. We brought our boat over from Powell Valley Marina and had great weather. Easy walk to the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect lake cabin! Clean, comfortable and conveniently located. Hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
I can’t say enough about this warm, Cozy, lakefront cottage. It brought me to the lakefront memories from my childhood. Lots of good energy flowing from this place! We can’t wait to come back and make more memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anjanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

albert j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic rustic

Great stay, perfect location for our trip. Older ammenities but everything in good condition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short trip

Nice little place in the woods close to the lake. Perfect for a fishing trip
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025