"The Rusty Hook" - Spacious Lakefront 4 Bedroom W/Private Covered Dock
House in Douglas Lake, TN
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
This lake front home is located in Paradise Landing and has a beautiful view of Douglas lake. It is the perfect spot for a peaceful retreat any time of the year. This 2700 Sq Ft two-story house has an additional 1400 Sq Ft of covered porch and is perfect for a single or multi-family vacation. It is also very accommodating for small youth groups, leadership retreats, and sports banquets. The 4 bedrooms have their own private bathroom and sleeps up to 10. The game room is down stairs and has a ping-pong table and lots of open space for kids to be kids. The kitchen is fully furnished and there is a grill on the upstairs back porch. This property has over 1/4 mile of lake front access, covered private dock, and large relaxing patio by the lake with fire pit close to the water.
Douglas Lake stretches 43 miles at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Being located off the main channel, makes this house on the water great for recreational water sports like kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, and swimming. If you are an Angler or just a some one who wants to wet a line, Douglas is rated as one of the top 5 Crappie lakes in the nation and one of the top 10 in the nation for Largemouth Bass.
Douglas Lake stretches 43 miles at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Being located off the main channel, makes this house on the water great for recreational water sports like kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, and swimming. If you are an Angler or just a some one who wants to wet a line, Douglas is rated as one of the top 5 Crappie lakes in the nation and one of the top 10 in the nation for Largemouth Bass.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Douglas Lake, TN
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Reviews
5.0
This was our second year at the Rusty Hook. We love it there. We really took advantage of the fire pit area and had a fire almost e very night.
5.0
We were impressed with the size of the house and all the great areas to hang out both inside and outside. The property is beautifully landscaped and the walk down to the dock isn't too bad. We had a wonderful time and would not hesitate to return. Thanks for sharing your lake house with us!
5.0
Property was very fitting for our size group, ease of getting ready and spread out or being together for games, movies, eating.
The views were wonderful! We did not want to be in a big town but see the country around the tourist areas and that is what we had.
We enjoyed the wildlife!
5.0
We stayed here for a family vacation. The photos are accurate. The house is very clean.
It is much bigger than it appears. Each bedroom has its own bath. The common area in the open living, dining, kitchen has plenty of room for everyone. The outdoor spaces are awesome. Plenty of room on the lower porch. The upper porch has amazing lake views.
We used the boat dock for our pontoon rental as well as fishing everyday. The landscaping is beautiful and well kept. We did use the long driveway to access the lake, but be warned, as most properties in this area, the drive to the boat launch is steep. We had no problem with an all wheel drive SUV. Very grateful to be able to drive down. There is plenty of parking for at least six cars right in front of the house. The host was great and communicated very well. She even sent a message to check in on us.
Overall this is a very clean, beautiful property. We look forward to staying here again.
5.0
We had such a fun time at this house, the property is just as described. One bonus is that there is a mini-kitchen downstairs with a full refrigerator that has an ice maker. That worked out great for our group because we all do a lot of cooking while we're there. The beds were comfortable, patio area with the fire pit is amazing down by the lake. We just wished we could've stayed longer! Hope to get back here next Labor Day!
5.0
House set up is excellent for an enjoyable Lake front outing! Pictures are accurate! Location is perfect! This is our second stay & we will be back!
5.0
The house was well equipped. Everything we needed in the kitchen was provided. The kayaks and canoe we quite the bonus! We got a lot of use out of the fire pit area and ping pong. Great place to stay.
5.0
We absolutely love The Rusty Hook! We’ve made it our annual family lake trip hangout. This was our third consecutive year!
5.0
Our family(7 adults) loved the property! We had a great stay and everything was as advertised or better. Communication with the owner was superb! During our stay a severe storm came through the area and power was out for almost 24 hours. The owners were very responsive and brought us a generator, water, and a giant cooler with ice! They really did everything that could be done and it was very nice to know they were there for us!
The house itself is beautiful and had everything we needed, including a well stocked kitchen. Beds and bathrooms were all clean and comfortable. The lake access and outdoor space was amazing! We loved the dock and swim platform, the kayaks, and the fire pit area!. The boat ramp was a real plus for quick, easy access for our jet ski. The ping pong table, dvd's, and ring toss game were great to pass the time when the storms hit.
The only issue we had was cell service and internet access. Although wi-fi is provided the service was spotty and inconsistent. We were there to enjoy the lake though and this wasn't a huge issue for us.
We have rented several properties on Douglas lake over past several years and this was a clear favorite! We look forward to returning to Rusty Hook and if they add a hot tub it might be hard to get me to leave.
P.S. If you find yourself floating in the lake just off the dock keep an eye out for "Kieth" the painted turtle! Highlight of the stay was feeding him out of our hands when he swam up to us!
5.0
The house was amazing - the pictures truly do not do it justice. The house was well cared for compared to some other VRBO rentals we have stayed in. We had 9 people total, 6 adults and 3 kids. Ages ranged from 11 to 82. We really enjoyed the kayaks and the fire pit area. Kids enjoyed swimming off of the dock too. The steps down the back of the house are very steep, but there is also a road to take a car down (which we did). Very well set up for our multi generational family vacation. Kandy was extremely responsive to any questions we had. We would absolutely come back to this house again.
5.0
Wonderful stay at the Rusty Hook, much more to the property and house than what is described. Perfect for a picturesque lake vacation and awesome location for Dollywood, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Smoky Mt National Park. We had all ages from 92 to a 1 year old and it was perfect for all. We rented a boat from H2O water sports and it was super easy. The dock at the house was perfect for the boat or just jumping off and swimming. Would rate it more than 5 stars if I could. Douglas Lake is beautiful and seemed like a fairly quiet lake with lots to explore. Will definitely go back and rent the Rusty Hook again.
5.0
My husband and I along with our two adult children, their spouses and our grandson rented this house for a family trip. The house is beautiful with great amenities. The house has great space, each of the bedrooms has its own full bathroom. The common living area and the kitchen are very spacious. We loved the screened in porch with BBQ. We also loved hanging out at the dock and using the kayaks (there are 4). The house was perfect for our family trip!
5.0
We had a great week at the Rusty Hook! The house accommodated us perfectly (7 people) Big bonus is having a bathroom attached to each bedroom! The lake was gorgeous, quiet and perfect to swim in! We all loved jumping off the platform by the dock. Even with stormy weather we had a great time!! One call out- the internet is not great. So if you have kids or adults that are dependent on their phones- this is something to be aware of. Owners are super responsive and so easy to communicate with! Highly recommend this home!
5.0
Just beautiful!
5.0
We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Rusty Hook! Kandy was an amazing host! Clean, large, and had everything we needed!!
5.0
I don't think the photos do this place enough justice. It's much larger and more well equipped than I had expected and the property itself was breathtaking. I'd look to return here first if I ever find myself on Douglas Lake again.
5.0
The place is welcoming, clean and has a nice view. The owners were very kind and responsive. We traveled during the Christmas storm, so we didn’t get to use the outdoor space, and we had some storm related problems; like frozen pipes and icy road. The owner promptly came in, brought us water, fixed the problem and salted the road. Highly recommended.
5.0
Great views. Easy access to water. Enjoyed the kayaks and canoe and dock to keep pontoon rental. And everyone loved the ping pong table.
Wish there had been gates on lower deck to keep the little ones from having access to stairs.
5.0
Fantastic property with great location!
This property was amazing! The location, right off the main lake, was excellent. And the covered boat dock was a huge plus. The home provided plenty of space for everyone and our kids enjoyed having the lower level to themselves. The home was clean with a well stocked kitchen and plenty of linens/towels.
There are multiple steps down from the house to the dock and fire pit area. If you have bad knees you might have a bit of an issue. However, there is a road that you can take a vehicle down to the lower area if needed.
We used Swann's marina to launch our boat. It was super easy and close proximity to the house. We would not recommend pulling your boat up to the house. It's doable but the roads leading to house have some very large potholes to navigate.
This was our first time at Douglas Lake and already planning to come back!
5.0
Perfect!
No other word but "perfect".
5.0
Everything we hoped
This property was everything we hoped it would be and more. Beautiful views, plenty of outdoor space and it perfectly accommodated 9 adults.
5.0
Good place for lake views
Great property but road in to subdivision could use a bit of work
5.0
Great place!!
Overall this wonderful home is well furnished, very easy to get in & out of with a boat and had a drive way to the dock for a side by side since a family member could not navigate the stairs that is common on Douglas Lake. Fishing was great. The only thing I wish was better was the internet. The host was very responsive and even left Easter baskets for the grandchildren!
5.0
My stay
Everything was good, would recommend
5.0
Beautiful family Thanksgiving
This property has lovely views and well-appointed spaces for people to gather or enjoy quiet. The host is quick to respond. The lake is very low during the off-season, but we weren’t there for water sport in November. The kitchen is well equipped. The beds are comfortable. They even had firewood chopped and ready for the fire pit. One suggestion is that you bring in your own drinking/bottled water. Wonderful getaway!
5.0
Annual sibing reunion
The Rusty Hook is very clean and well equipped. The owners responded immediately to our calls. Great location on Douglas Lake and very quiet area. Although this location was not very near the attractions the beautiful scenery we traveled through made the drive very easy. Will recommend this home to anyone traveling to southeastern Tennessee and we are looking forward to returning.
5.0
Expectation
Everyone has different opinions but with the 6 adults that stayed at the house, we all had the same opinion....it exceeded all our expectations! We loved it! Location was great! House was great! The reply’s to my questions were answered promptly.
5.0
Great Family Retreat
Our family had a lovely time at Rusty Hook. The property was phenomenal and the view was equally exquisite. We enjoyed swimming, kayaking, sitting around the campfire and trips to the nearby attractions. We had a fun, safe week. The kids enjoyed the ring game and trying to learn ping pong.
5.0
Wonderful family weekend
Our kids and grandkids loved spending time at this beautiful lake and house. Could not have asked for better arrangements for our family.
5.0
Excellent Family Getaway
We had a wonderful time with family at the Rusty Hook. The house is extremely clean which is very important to us. Kandy responded right away with the questions we had. We used the kayaks and canoe and swam off the dock. The ping pong table was fun especially when it was 95 degrees! Also it was great to have a bathroom for each bedroom. The area was very quiet. We would definitely recommend staying at this property. It was a great vacation!
5.0
Work friends girls’ trip
Host was excellent and provided everything we needed. Beautiful place! Beautiful view! Very clean! Will definitely stay again and highly recommend!
5.0
Perfect Lake Getaway
This house was perfect for two families enjoying a week on the lake (one family of 6 and another family of 4). There was plenty of space to spread out. The kitchen was well appointed with appliances, pot, pans, and etc. The view from the deck was amazing. We also really enjoyed the dock and renting a boat or pontoon is a must. Being off the main channel for the quiet and less wind/waves was key. The kids enjoyed fishing and jumping off the deck. If you use the kayaks, bring a couple life vests. Overall a great house and great location! Thank you to the owner, Kandy, for being so responsive to our occasional questions. If your kids are spending more time on the main level, be aware the wifi is better there it’s not that they are there to help with the puzzle. Lol. Thanks again!
5.0
Paradise
This property was amazing, breathtaking, peaceful!!! I loved how secluded it was and fell in love with the town of Dandridge! Kandy was amazing to answer any questions! I only thing I would advise to bring is beach towels and a metal spatula for the BBQ pit. This is a perfect place to be for the summer and enjoyed the fireflies also!
5.0
Wonderful!
It is our opinion that you can't do better than this vacation home. Everything about it was great including communication with the owner. You can't go wrong renting this vacation home.
Our family had the best time!
5.0
Absolutely beautiful. So peaceful...just what this busy family needed!
Extremely easy.
5.0
Absolutely perfect!
We really enjoyed our weekend away. The view was beautiful and Kandy was great! We would definitely book this property again!
5.0
Spencer’s
May 15-22,2021, our family has stayed at Douglas Lake for the past 18 years and the Rusty Hook was the best location and the best amenities we have had, the house was very clean and beautiful. The owners where very nice and answered our calls thank you for sharing this beautiful home with my family.
4.0
Rusty Hook
The house was very nice and the view was fantastic The walk from the dock was a great exercise each day very steep. If you use the boat ramp it is very steep and you need a 4 wheel drive to be sure to get the boat out.
2.5
We rented the house for a family and friends trip for the Bristol Dirt race.. well, it rained, a lot... but a rainy day at the lake is still a great day, especially in this house. If it's a rainy day, this is the house you want with all the space and scenery. (ping pong is fun also) - if it's a nice day, even better!Owners are great and very responsive. Thank you Kandy!
5.0
Wonderful retreat
This was a perfect place for us to stay. We enjoyed everything about it.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Douglas Lake?
The average price for a rental in Douglas Lake is $319 per night. This rental is $457 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at "The Rusty Hook" - Spacious Lakefront 4 Bedroom W/Private Covered Dock. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is "The Rusty Hook" - Spacious Lakefront 4 Bedroom W/Private Covered Dock pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at "The Rusty Hook" - Spacious Lakefront 4 Bedroom W/Private Covered Dock?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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