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Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Marina
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Perched on South Holston Lake, this lake house offers a serene escape. Eight large picture windows in the sunroom den frame the majestic views of Cherokee National Forest. With a private boat dock and steps connecting to the house, you can easily enjoy boating, swimming or canoeing in your own secluded cove.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake

Overlooking the most beautiful mountain lake in Tn. Just off the Rt 421 bridge crossing South Holston Lake we are next to but separate from Laurel Marina. A small cove sits in front of home allowing for easy fishing off our dock or from a canoeThis Lake house features a sunroom den .. eight large picture windows overlooking South Holston Lake surrounded by mountainous Cherokee National Forest. There is a strict limit of 4 sedan size parking area due to a boat stored on lot.

You feel like you are in a large treehouse where wildlife is at eye level.Our Boat dock is connected by steps to the house on the lake . It permits guest to boat, dock and swim in cove from our dock.The views from the house are incredible

South Holston Lake is a pristine lake with incredible mountain s on the far side. A Wood deck surrounds the house We arelocated next to Laurel Marina Yacht Club which cater to boaters. House furnished with foosball, keyboard synthesizer, miniature pool table. The Appalachian trail is just a few miles away. Motorcycle riders know the rt 421 loop as part of the ‘dragon ‘s tail” it is very popular on weekends.

The house overlooks the lake with its own isolated cove with easy access to Abingdon orBristol with the Raceway. A canoe is available for use. The area has great seasonal fishing and hunting. .The lodge is well furnished from kitchen to bathrooms.You bring the food only. You can swim and enjoy a outdoor heated shower (in season). The dock allows boaters / jet skis to tie up to dock.

Activities near this 26 mile long lake include:lake beaches boating, jet skiing, whitewater canoeing/kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, fishing, games, relaxing, hiking on Appalachian Trail, Bristol Motor Speedway (late March and Aug), Fantasy in Lights (track lite show), Barter Theatre, and Paramount Theaters, Bristol Caverns, mountain climbing, Story Telling ,Dollywood, National Forest, pioneer history sites, lake swimming, boat renting, horse back riding, caving, Bristol, VA is the Original Home of Country Music. In September there is a country music festival called Rhythm and Roots setup for September. 19
Story telling festival in Jonesborough, Tn is nearby.

Historic Bristol is a city split between Virginia and Tennessee. It is known for the Museum of the birthplace of country music , State line restrauntsand the Bristol Motor Speedway. Nearby Barter Theatre , Martha Washington Inn and Spa in Abingdon. This is a wonderful mountain lake on edge of Cherokee National Forest across. from house.

The lake is good for fishing,boating and jet skis.Nearby local rivers provide a base for trout fishing ,whitewater ,canoeing and kayaking. Bring your equipment and fishing gear for trout or Lake fish.

Keywords: Beautiful home with an outstanding view of the mountain lake mountain hikes,jet ski ,boat dock ,swim ,marina.

Guest are on notice video cameras are outside the house pointed to outside parking area, front door front steps and side steps around house. Recordings for security may be made .

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • 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
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,600 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please follow checkout instructions on main table.
Make sure trash is taken to Laurel Marina dumsters Avoid animals getting in trash by frequently dumping trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: See limits on pet ,dogs only $100/pet per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wilderness .lake-house South Holston Lake Va./tn.line n House
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About the neighborhood

Map
Bristol, TN

What's nearby

  • South Holston Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paramount Center for the Arts - 15 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 19 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • The Pinnacle - 21 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Bristol Regional Medical Center - 21 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hickory, at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake located?

This family-friendly Bristol vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from South Holston Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Euclid Shopping Center and Lee Garden Shopping Center. State Line Centre and Bristol Caverns are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Bristol Wilderness ~ Lake House With Private DockOn beautiful South Holston Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful location. It had room enough for everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great service and cleanliness! Perfect for our Field Manager meeting. Thank you for being a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful to deal with and got back to us very quickly when a questioned needed answered. The dock and cove were great and you had the whole cove to yourself.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was absolutely perfect for our family. The location is perfect. We enjoyed swimming and the dock in our own little private cove. The proximity to laurel marina is also perfect. The home is very beautiful and clean with impeccable views. Our dogs were also very happy to be able to join us at the lake! 10 out of 10! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay again this year. The house is exactly what we need. We are on the lake all and the house is convenient to the many areas we hang out at on the water. Delta Blues at Laurel Marina is wonderful. We did grill a lot again this year and had big breakfast each morning. New cookware and extra serving bowls is greatly needed. Hopefully we can make the trip again next year. Carol Osborne, Iowa
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

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

Overall fantastic stay!

We had a fantastic stay and I do plan to go back. 15 minutes from the race track, lots of a options near the property to buy essentials and fishing gear. Dock was a great area to fish and hang out. Host had great communication as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

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

great view

We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykel G.

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

Lake stay

Great stay, thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great place

Have no complaints and the host where great. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadeena F.

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

Beautiful view

Beautiful view I would definitely stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan P.

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

Easy, friendly check in. Communication was great.

Property was as described. Beautiful area not far from Bristol. We attended NASCAR night races and it was very convenient from race track. Visited downtown Bristol each day to explore food and activities. Close to Bristol caverns which kids enjoyed. Would love to come back to area and explore more.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

Great view! Great access.

We had a fantastic time. The views were incredible and the access to the marina which was just a short walk up the road and the dock which was just down a few stairs made for a perfect week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Collier K.

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

Holiday

Barnard, was very communicative. The place was great fit for me and my family for Christmas. slept everyone comfortably.The only negative I have is there was dust and the bathtub was dirty. Like how a house gets dirty when no been around for awhile. Other than that I would definitely suggest for a lake side vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

great place to relax and enjoy with the family

we spend a week for new year 2019, we enjoy the view to the lake and the commodities of the house. we definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Nice property with lake access

Clean house great view nice area with lake access
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

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

Wonderful experience

The lake house was perfect for our family needs. There was plenty of room for all who stayed. For those who complained about spiders, just remember you are in the woods and that’s what nature is going to give you. Can’t wait until next year. Thank you Bernard for welcoming our family into your home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

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

great place and owner

Great stay. Probably my favorite rental. Bernard was awesome and available, the location was perfect and the house was everything we needed. Easy access to the water, marina down the street. There are steps lol There are spiders, webs, and insects outside. You are in the woods! but the house was clean and homey.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne B.

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

Beautiful view

The lake house has a beautiful view. Plenty of room for the family, lots of steps kept us exercising! It could use a deep cleaning though, especially the bathrooms, and there was mice mess on one of the beds. The kitchen was clean and had sufficient pans etc, but not 1 sharp knife. Lots of deck area for sitting outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

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

Good spot for a few days.

Property was nice, easy to find and close to some hikes; there is no yard though and you must drive everywhere except to the one lake it's on, no hiking possibility to walk to. The owner was responsive and a nice place to get away for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M.

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

Family Christmas

The lake house met our needs for a family Christmas. 6 adults and 4 children ages 5 and under. Beautiful view and plenty of space. Adults and children wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Perfect Location

Great place with large space for family! We had nine in our group and we were not on top of each other. Two bathrooms with standing showers and one bathroom with tub only. Best perk…… only 20 minutes from the speedway, seriously a great location! I loved the ease of going to Downtown Bristol as well. If you need a quiet location, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Our second time renting this property

This was our second time renting this house. We love the lake views, the private boat dock, and proximity to Laurel Marina—it’s all about spending time on South Holston Lake for us. There’s a LOT of stairs which may be difficult if you have older family members, but overall it’s a really great rental home for people who enjoy nature and the beauty of Tennessee!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Great Holiday Week

We had our family with us to ring in the New Year. There were a few quirks to the home, but everything worked well and it was an accommodating home for all of us and our dogs. I appreciated the prompt communication with Bernard. Since we visited in December, we did not use the lake, but there was plenty to do at the house and in Bristol.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Glenn v., Mount Pleasant NC

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

Nice home on the lake.

We had a great time in this house! It was a bonus that there was many supplies available. Everything in the house worked as it should. The home was well lived in but in working order. There is a plethora of stairs But this is the price you pay for such a wonderful view and staying on the side of a mountain.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

John K.

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

South Dakota to Bristol

Nice property. Is on 3 levels which wasn’t a problem. A few lights were out in different areas of the house. The motion light in front didn’t work. We enjoyed the area and the house, it was everything that the post said. We would stay again, very relaxing. Would recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023