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Between the Waters Rustic Retreat

Vacation home in Hilham with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Between the Waters, nestled among State Forest hiking trails and Dale Hollow Lake. Enjoy complete privacy with beautiful scenery, a firepit for roasting marshmallows under starry skies, and an Amish-built cabin with all home amenities. Explore 20 acres of creeks, gardens, and wildlife or relax in the full-size kitchen and bathroom.

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Air conditioning

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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.

Between the Waters Rustic Retreat

About this space
Want to get away from it all? Decompress? Between the Waters is the place to come! We're steps away from State Forest hiking trails, Standing Stone State Park, Dale Hollow Lake & Cumberland River. Make long-lasting memories with a day on the lake, hike in the park, a campfire at night or board games for some fun! Enjoy our new Amish-built cabin with all the amenities of home, yet all the peace & quiet you want. We're still close to all that's popular in this area, including festivals & fairs.
The space
You have complete privacy with beautiful scenery when you stay with us. You won't see another "guest" for miles and miles. Enjoy listening to the Whippoorwill's in the morning and evening, and the owls talking to each other at night while gazing at the awesome array of stars. Watch the deer or turkeys graze on the property or hear the bluebirds, cranes, crows and hawks chatter away. Firepit with free firewood for roasting hotdogs or marshmallows while the kids try to catch the lightening bugs! The cabin's bedroom has a brand new queen bed, and the living room area can accommodate another 2 more. Plenty of room for an air mattress if your party is larger than four. Full size kitchen and bathroom provide more than enough space to move around.
Guest access
Plenty of space to park and if you bring your boat-plenty of space to turn around and plug in to recharge your trolling motor. You're welcome to explore our 20 acres with our 2 creeks (hence the name Between the Waters) and our garden and hen house. You have no other "neighbors" so feel free to explore.

Other things to note
Even though you have complete privacy, we live at the back of the 20 acres so we can assist with anything you may need at a moment's notice. The nearest Dale Hollow boat ramp is just a few miles away, and state forest is all around us for hunting. Access to the Cumberland river and it's famous Striper Bass fishing is fairly close by as well. If you don't have a boat, but like to swim, the lake has a few beaches and Standing Stone State Park has a public swimming pool for $6.00/person (Mem'l Day through Labor Day).

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near the marina

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden
Unit size: 500 square feet

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer

$206 nightly

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Do not put anything but toilet paper down the toilet

Do not put food down the drain, please scrape into the trash. Empty can provided for grease.

Please no deep frying in the house.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Note from host: Crate pet Not allowed on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Hilham, TN

What's nearby

Standing Stone State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Standing Stone - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
Dale Hollow Reservoir - 24 min drive - 15.3 miles
Tennessee Tech University - 46 min drive - 26.9 miles
Cummins Falls State Park - 49 min drive - 25.2 miles

Restaurants

‪Los Primos - ‬21 min drive
‪Old Town Grill - ‬18 min drive
‪Subway - ‬20 min drive
‪Dale Hollow One Stop - ‬21 min drive
‪1- Stop BBQ - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Between the Waters Rustic Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Between the Waters Rustic Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Between the Waters Rustic Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Between the Waters Rustic Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Standing Stone State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Standing Stone and Dale Hollow Reservoir. Cumberland River and Holly Ridge Winery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Between the Waters Rustic Retreat Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal S.

Jun 24, 2025

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

Visited for reunion

My husband, son, and I stayed at the cabin for a family reunion at nearby Standing Stone. The host was friendly, cabin was clean, and the setting was beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Jul 5, 2024

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

Cozy Home

Great place to stay very close to the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Apr 6, 2025

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

Cute cabin

Wonderful location. With a thoughtful host. Property was spotless and well maintained. Would definitely return in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee G.

Aug 21, 2024

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

Between the waters

Beautiful space in Tennessee. Awesome growing growing garden.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Nov 3, 2024

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

Memorial

I was there for a family memorial service. It was a very nice little cabin for 2 adults. Very clean & nice amenities. I do have just a couple of small recommendations. Maybe consider adding some over the door hangers to hang towels or clothes on & a couple of clothes hangers. It was very happy to discover the clothing steamer under the bathroom sink. It would be nice if there was a hanger to hange a shirt on while you steam it & after so it doesn’t wrinkle again. Also a full length mirror would be nice so you can see your finished outfit. 😊. Thank you for the nice water & snacks you provided as well. Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Jul 29, 2025

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

Everything was very nice. Very clean and just what I was looking for, a nice place in a quiet country setting.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige T.

Jun 30, 2025

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

Cute cabin

Me and my husband loved it!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabrina

May 31, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quiet and peaceful! Everything was great! Had place to charge boat batteries. Highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

May 23, 2025

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

Great stay with great hosts

It was great

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

May 9, 2025

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

Birthdays

Was not there much as was busy visiting family and friends and celebrating 4 birthdays but it is a very comfy and clean place with comfy beds.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colton H.

May 4, 2025

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

Awesome place to stay!

Was in town for 5 days for a fishing tournament and luckily found Between the Waters for the stay! All questions were answered quickly and had zero issues at all with anything. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

Jan 21, 2025

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

Wonderful, peaceful, cozy little getaway

We stayed here 1/18-20 as we were far from home looking to purchase in the area. Our host, Jodi, was so warm and welcoming from our initial messaging through the end of our stay. She was so helpful and gave us a lot to think about moving there. We even got a little snow which being from FL are not accustomed to, but it looked like an idyllic winter wonderland, and she made sure we were prepared for the cooler temps and even gave us an update on the roads as she knew we planned to venture out to the surrounding towns.The place was perfect inside and out (looks brand new), very clean and had everything you would need to cook several meals. Above all, it was so relaxing and a nice place to get away from it all. I highly recommend and would love to stay again before we have our home there.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee G.

Aug 23, 2024

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

In between waters

Beautiful space… beautiful garden… beautiful people. Grateful to share space with them.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Aug 22, 2024

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

Amazing trip!

We went to visit family in the area and this place was so perfectly located. The cabin was spotless when we got there and very cozy to come back at the end of the day and relax. The owners are very nice wonderful people, communicated often with us to make sure the stay was going well and even gave us some veggies from their garden.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J. D.

Jul 9, 2024

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

Fantastic country getaway

Great comfortable clean cabin with everything for a great stay! Close to several great lake spots, and included everything needed for cooking meals. Hosts were very friendly. Lovely nightly chorus of frogs, owls, whiporwills, and more to sing you into a restful sleep after a day of sun and swimming.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Apr 6, 2024

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

Beautiful country setting

Quiet, clean, and private! Really enjoyed my stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles s.

Sep 5, 2023

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

Enjoyable stay

Very gracious host,very private &quite,but close enought to local attractions, lake,parks ect..to be convenient, definitely will be back next boating season.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023