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The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views

Family-friendly stay with water park in La Follette

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 112688 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

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LaFollette, TN
  • Place, Sugar Hollow Marina
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, LaFollette Medical Center
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Norris Lake
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Follette

On lake.Stay at this La Follette vacation home and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Sugar Hollow Marina and Kincaid Historical Monument. Whitman Hollow Marina and La Follette Country Club are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Sugar Hollow Marina - 27 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • LaFollette Medical Center - 34 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Norris Lake - 35 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Cove Lake State Park - 43 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Norris Dam State Park - 53 min drive - 33.8 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiki Club - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Dry Dock - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The131pp - ‬88 min drive
  • ‪Hunt Brothers Pizza - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Castaways Grill and Bar - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views

Stay More, Pay Less – The Longer You Stay, The More You Save!

Welcome to our nearly 3,000 sq. ft. lakefront home nestled in the scenic Cumberland Mountains of East Tennessee. With direct water access, a private dock and slip, spacious accommodations for up to 11 guests, and resort-style amenities, our home offers the perfect base for your next vacation, family gathering, remote work escape, or mid-term seasonal stay.

PROPERTY DETAILS

-BEDROOMS (4 total, sleeps 11 comfortably):
Ensuite #1 (Top Floor): Queen bed with private full bath. French doors overlook the grand room and provide views of Norris Lake.

Ensuite #2 (Lowest Floor): King and full bed, private bath with walk-in shower, and sliding doors to a patio with Adirondack chairs overlooking the lake.

Bedroom #3: Two twin beds with direct deck access and outdoor seating.

Bedroom #4: Twin over queen bunk bed, also with deck access.

A shared full bathroom with a walk-in shower is located between bedrooms 3 and 4.
Each bedroom has a closet and dresser to unpack and settle in—perfect for both short and extended stays.


-BATHROOMS (4 total):
Two private ensuite bathrooms (1 with shower/tub combo, 1 with shower only)

Two shared full bathrooms (shower only)

Hair dryer and pump hand soap provided in each.
**Please bring your own towels: bath, hand, washcloths, and beach towels.


-KITCHEN:
Fully equipped with all essential appliances:

Four-burner electric stove, oven, microwave, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher

Coffee maker, electric tea kettle, toaster

Pots, pans, baking sheets, pizza pan, utensils, dishes, glasses, and silverware
Please bring your own condiments, coffee filters, spices, paper goods, etc.
**All consumables are discarded between guest stays.


-LAUNDRY:
Washer and dryer available for guest use (please bring detergent)

Iron and ironing board provided

**You are not required to wash linens or make beds upon checkout.


-LIVING SPACES:
Large open-concept grand room with seating, dining area, and kitchen access

Secondary living room located between lower and upper bedrooms—ideal for families or kids

TVs in common areas and ensuites with Amazon FireStick

Board games, cards, puzzles, and dominos available for old-fashioned fun


-INTERNET & STREAMING:
We now have fiber internet, a major upgrade in this remote area.

Download speeds up to 100 Mbps

Suitable for streaming on multiple TVs, browsing, and light remote work


-OUTDOOR FEATURES:
Private dock and boat slip just a few steps out the back door down a gently sloped, paved path

Upper-level deck with swing and seating

Walk-out patio with lake views

Gas grill available (bring your own propane)


-STARTER SUPPLY KIT PROVIDED:
1 sample liquid dish soap

1 dish towel and set of pot holders

1 roll of paper towels in the kitchen

1 trash bag liner per trash can

1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom

Pump hand soap for bathrooms and kitchen

Freshly laundered bed linens for each bed (one set per stay)


**WHAT TO BRING:
Additional toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags for extended stays

Dishwashing detergent or pods

Towels (bath, hand, washcloth, beach)

Grilling propane and beach items

Groceries, condiments, coffee, spices, etc.


CHECK-IN, CHECK-OUT & COMMUNICATION
Check-In: 4:00 PM Eastern
Check-Out: 10:00 AM Eastern

You will receive your front door keypad code by both text and/or email 48-72 hours before your stay.

There are no physical keys issued.

**To receive your entry code, you must:

Sign and return our house rules agreement by email (required for all guests)

Acknowledge that you are financially responsible for any property or dock damage

Provide proof of insurance for any personal watercraft using the dock/slip

Last-minute bookings are accepted but must meet the same requirements

-CHECK-OUT INSTRUCTIONS:
Take all personal belongings with you

Place dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start it before departure

Do not strip beds

The home is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized between each guest
An additional day may be charged if guests do not vacate by 10:00 AM Eastern.

Pets are not permitted.
A $300 per night cleaning fee will be assessed if pets are found on the property.


TRASH & CLEAN-UP
Trash is picked up Mondays, and more frequently during peak summer season

All trash must be bagged, tied, and placed inside the lidded trash cans at the roadside

Please use the provided brick to keep lids shut and animals out

Do not leave loose garbage, bags outside cans, or overflowing waste
A $125 cleaning fee will be charged if loose trash or untied bags are found in or around bins.


DIRECTIONS – HOW TO GET HERE
Driving from I-75:

Exit at Jacksboro, TN

Travel through LaFollette, TN (approx. 8.5 miles from I-75)

Turn right onto South Cumberland Avenue

Continue on Deerfield Resort Road through winding mountain roads for 9 miles

Please drive carefully—these roads are paved but narrow and curvy

From Speedwell (East):

Take State Route 63 (General Carl W. Stiner Highway)

Turn left onto South Cumberland Avenue and continue as above

Flying In:

Private aircraft can land at the resort’s paved airstrip

Coordinates: N36 20.87 … W 84 00.73 | Identifier: TN44

3,200 ft x 50 ft paved runway


AREA EXPERIENCE – WHAT TO DO
This location offers beauty and adventure across all four seasons. Norris Lake boasts over 800 miles of shoreline and 35,000 acres of pristine water spread across five Tennessee counties.

-Summer Activities:
Boating, tubing, water skiing, jet skiing

Fishing for stripers, bass, and walleye

Swimming off your private dock

-Fall & Winter:
Vibrant foliage and cozy nights

Home base for trips to Gatlinburg, Knoxville, the Smokies

Hiking, off-roading, hunting, and more

-Spring:
Watch wildflowers bloom and wildlife emerge

Peaceful mornings with fog over the cove

Get a head start on the fishing season


RESORT AMENITIES (Available to Guests)
Championship golf course (Par 71, 6,700 yards)

Pool, tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts

Marina and boat rentals (check availability & fees)

Tiki Hut restaurant, local winery, and café

Convenience store at resort entrance

Golf Highlight:
Don’t miss Hole 16—drops 300 feet from tee to cup with sweeping mountain and lake views.


MID-TERM STAYS DURING OFF-SEASON (October–April)
Looking for a longer, quieter stay? We offer discounted mid-term rentals during the off-season. Ideal for:

Traveling medical professionals

Remote workers or digital nomads

Families looking for an extended peaceful retreat

Renovation displacement or relocation needs

Our property is fully equipped for multi-week comfort. If you're interested in extended stays or off-season availability, we're happy to accommodate longer visits when available - just mention this in your booking inquiry or message once your reservation is confirmed.


Please refer to our guest book upon arrival for local recommendations, restaurant suggestions, marina info, and more. We look forward to hosting you and making your time at Norris Lake truly enjoyable.

We reserve the right to update our house rules and policies at any time.

– Bill and Nora

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,688 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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: 11
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 11. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 64.5 mi (90-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Great Escape at Norris Lake- Waterfront Stay w/ Dock, Deck, & Sunset Views to downtown La Follette?

This vacation home is 7.3 mi away from La Follette.