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Smoke Rise Barn
Beautiful secluded setting on Douglas Lake in the foothills of the Smokey Mountains.
Please join us for a long weekend for a peaceful safe staycation or longer for a full vacation as we are accessible to more that two-thirds of the US population.
Spanning the borders of NC and TN, the park is conveniently located near I-40 or the Knoxville airport.
The Barn shares a 18 acre wooded lot with the Main Lodge. The Barn has 4 bedrooms, large 2 tier deck overlooking Douglas Lake. Sleeps 9-12 people. We do allow pets with a fee.
Please note that Douglas Lake is a water controlled lake and from late Oct - April we have limited water at our Dock you can check on this site what the water level each month you can check the water levels out online.
LIVING AREAS
Main living area features a large kitchen, living room with Pool Table and Dry Bar. Large 2-tiered deck overlooking Douglas Lake offers dining area for 6 plus large picnic table and grill.
KITCHEN & DINING
Stone kitchen counter tops, open concept style kitchen, dishes, silverware, and cookware etc. many gadgets.
This home is fully equipped to satisfy the most discerning guest. The kitchen is stocked with the essentials to aid in preparing meals for large groups.
BEDROOMS & BATHS
This two-story cabin sleeps 9-12 guests in four bedrooms.
All guest rooms are well appointed with linens, fresh towels, soaps, shampoos. Our #1 goal is your comfort! Each bedroom has large flat screen televisions with DirectTV, full closets, and extra linens.
OUTDOOR AREAS
Take in gorgeous lake views outdoor door living to enjoy alfresco on your large 2-tiered deck overlooking Douglas Lake. This deck offers dining area for 6 plus large picnic table and grill for you to enjoy as you sip morning coffee; or enjoying a cocktail in the evening.
Spanning 18 acres in The Great Smokey Mountains The Barn offers scenic views and beautiful wildlife situated on Douglas Lakes and offers a dock on the property for the Barn and the Lodge.
This can be you piece of heaven and tranquility during anytime of the year, during the summer dive off our private dock. You can rent a boat or jet ski, or utilize one of our kayaks. Fishing might be more your speed Douglas Lake is known for large-mouth bass, crappie, and catfish.
The winter is a terrific time of the year to gaze at the wildlife and snow-capped English mountains. Just sit back and get ready to relax enjoy family, friend or just to listen to all of the wonderful wildlife.
Please take note that Douglas Lake is a controlled lake. Water levels are low from Oct to March leaving our dock dry.
EXTRA AMENITIES
Additional perks include driveway parking for 4 - 6 cars, a washer/dryer, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
You will have access to the Smoke Rise Barn and shared boat dock.
We are here if you need us:
From the moment you book, you’ll be provided timely and helpful communications regarding your trip.
Upon arrival, easily access your vacation home with a key-less secure door code; no need for an in-person key exchange.
Your rental will be professionally cleaned and ready for you to enjoy.
You can expect all the comforts of a fine hotel, including Beakman 1801 shampoo and soaps, paper products, towels, and linens. We will provide you with local suggestions, Wi-Fi access, TV instructions, and more.
If you need anything at all before, during, or after your stay, we are available 24/7 and always ready to help!
Daily housekeeping services available upon request
Shopping Services available upon request
You will have direct access to our private boat dock (The Lodge also uses the dock if rented) on Douglas Lake.
We have 4 kayak, paddle board, and water toys available for your pleasure. We do have boat and Jet Ski rentals from our dock.
Douglas Lake is a very popular recreational area where visitors can enjoy picnicking, fishing and more!
Besides being a top spot for fishing, it also has exceptional opportunities for boating.
Visit all five marinas and restaurants on Douglas Lake, skydiving, water sports, Visit Revolutionary War Graveyard, Lighthouse Pointe Marina, the shops at Roper Mansion, Hot Air Ballooning, Smoky Mountain Motorcycle Museum, Smokey Mountain Petting Zoo, Patriot Hill Golf Club, Forbidding Caverns, Bushes Beans, and many more local activities.
Angelo’s Italian Restaurant on Douglas Lake is a great place to visit by boat or car.
The Barn is situated on eighteen peaceful acres close to Route 40 and Route 81.
With Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, the Bristol Raceway, and Cherokee, North Carolina within a short drive of your door, this Dandridge rental is perfect for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains.
Smokey Mountain Park is the most visit park encompasses more than half a million acres ranging from mountain terrain to hardwood forests to wetlands. It has five different types of forests alone and one-third of its trees are over 100 years old.
The mountains get their name from the smoky haze that blankets the area giving it an almost magical quality.
These compounds also create the various scents and odors people smell when walking through a thick forest (think pine). Molecules in the gaseous vapor scatter blue light from the sky and create the region’s signature smoky blue haze!
Ober Gatlinburg amusement park is a family-favorite destination less than 1 hour from Smoke Rise Barn on Douglas Lake. Don't miss the incredible views from the SkyLift or the Space Needle while you're in town.
Explore the Forbidden Caverns in nearby Seiverville, then try an array of spirits at Tennessee Legend Distillery, Dandridge's Revolutionary War Graveyard.
Locally enjoy boating, fishing, golf, white water rafting and hiking.
We do have a shared Boat Dock on Douglas Lake with access to (4) kayaks, paddles and life jackets. There are several Marinas that rent boats as well.
We have 18 acres of beautiful secluded land with (2) Homes and a boat dock that occupies about 6 of those acres.
The Lodge also offered as a rental, and is at the top of a sloping hill when you first enter the property.
The Barn is about 150 Yards down a sloping mowed hill from The Lodge. The Boat Dock is directly below The Barn accessible by an asphalt driveway.
In the rear of The Barn there is a small deck off of the upstairs sitting area that overlooks the lake. Out front we have a sitting area with a large Gas Grill.
Our address is:
506 Fork Horn Trail
Dandridge, TN 37725
For your enjoyment we provide the following amenities so you do not have to bring them from home:
Fine Beekman 1802 bath Soaps, Shampoo, Conditioner and Lotion, all towels for the baths. All bedding to include linens.
Coffee regular and decaf to include filters. Basic Kitchen dishes, glasses, coffee cups, utensils, pots/pans, cutlery, knives, small appliances to include crockpot, mixer, and some spices to utilize during your time at Smoke Rise.
You will also find other basic needed items that will make your stay more enjoyable.
Internet access instructions will be sent to you the day of arrival as well as be posted inside the property.