Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock!

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Front of Lodge
Exterior
The Lodge's front porch and door
Living room
Living Room and kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 206262 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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LaFollette, TN
  • Sugar Hollow Marina
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Norris Lake
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Norris Dam State Park
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Kid's Kamp

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #5

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #6

2 Double Futons and 1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master Bedroom #1 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master Bedroom #2 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom #3 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom #4 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom #5 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom #6 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock!

As you enter the front door, the Lodge's elk welcomes you from its mount on a 24-foot-tall, stone fireplace. The enormous living room features mountain cabin décor with peeled logs from Mount St. Helens and Acacia hardwood floors. The entire south wall is a bank of windows that gives you a breathtaking scene of Lake Norris and its hills. Your glorious scene is private – no other house is in view.

The living room offers two comfy leather couches, a leather chair and ottoman, an overstuffed recliner, a stereo system, and a 70" HDTV with a DVD player, many DVDs, cable TV, free Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, other internet services, and free WiFi. The living room flows into the kitchen with new slate flooring, a seventeen-foot-long granite island, and counter seating for seven. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare and to serve meals for the entire lodge. It has two pantries, two sinks, two refrigerators (each with an ice maker), two full-sized dishwashers, two ovens, two microwave ovens, two coffee pots, two blenders, and a six-burner cook-top on a second, granite island.

The dining room is right next to the kitchen and features two beautiful oak tables and sixteen matching chairs. Two woodsy chandeliers and elk-horn candelabras make the perfect setting for your meals. To top it off, you have awesome views of the lake from both the kitchen and the dining room -- and nearly every other room in the lodge as well.

Your views get even better when you step through kitchen’s sliding glass door onto the large, two-story deck. Four tables comfortably seat twenty people on the new Brazilian hardwood deck. The grilling area has both a big gas grill and a charcoal grill, as well as a stainless-steel prep table. After your meal, an outdoor sofa and two swivel chairs beckon you to relax, put your feet up, and soak up the awesome lake view. If you walk down to the lower deck, a hanging chair and a hammock await you for the perfect post-meal nap.

The Lakeside Lodge has six master bedrooms, each with a king bed, private bathroom, television with streaming services, full-sized closet, and lodge decor. On the lower floor, a Kid's Kamp area has two bunks that sleep six kids and features a “cave” full of pillows. These rooms can sleep up to 20 people, and if you need more room, you may also rent the Lakeside Lookout, an efficiency cottage on the property that sleeps four (Vrbo Property No. 1731053). The Lookout has its own private swimming platform/dock and superb views of Norris Lake from its deck.

The Lodge provides everything for your recreation. Downstairs, a giant game room has ping pong, Foosball, air hockey, giant checkers, a closet full of games and Legos, a TV with a DVD player, Netflix, and video games. The Lodge also gives you easy access to the lake. A short walk down a paved sidewalk (with no stairs) takes you down to a big, blue dock with two jet ski ports and a double, covered berth for your boats. At the dock, you can swim, float, boat, fish, relax on teak benches -- or swing on the double teak swing.

At the Lodge's private dock, you and your family can swim in a safe cove off the main channel and away from fast-moving boats. Our cove is only a five-minute boat ride away from the pirate-themed Sugar Hollow Marina and is less than two miles from the lake’s well-known jumping bridge -- a guaranteed thrill. And after a day of swimming, boating, tubing, and water-skiing, you and your family can watch the stars come out around our new fire pit, complete with a picnic table and circle of new Adirondack chairs. To top off your perfect day on the water, a crackling campfire and tasty s’mores await you!

To lay out the specifics, the Lakeside Lodge has three floors with these rooms:

MAIN LEVEL: (1) Main entrance with powder room off foyer, (2) big living room with wood-burning fireplace, (3) kitchen, (4) dining room, (5) huge deck, dining tables, and grilling area, and (6) Gray MBR #1 with king bed, lake view, TV, double sink with granite countertops, Jacuzzi tub by lakeside window, and full bath with tub/shower.

LOWER LEVEL (1) Huge game room with ping pong, Foosball, and air hockey tables, giant checkers, corn hole, and a Roku Smart TV with Netflix, a DVD player, many video games, Xbox, PS1, PS2, and Sega Genesis units, and a double closet full of board games, toys, puzzles, and 72 gallons of Legos, (2) Kids Kamp with two double bunks (each with a double bottom bunk), lake view, and entrance to “The Cave” (a closet camping adventure with winking stars in the ceiling, a toy campfire, and pillow animals), (3) laundry room with two extra-large washers and two extra-large dryers, wash tub, iron, ironing board, and laundry table, (4) lower deck with hammock and hanging chair, (5) Green MBR #2 with king bed, lake view, TV, full bath with tub/shower, and (6) Blue MBR #3 with king bed, lake view, TV, and full bath with tub/shower.

UPSTAIRS LEVEL: (1) Mauve MBR #4 with king bed, lake view, TV, window seat, and full bath with shower, (2) Gray MBR #5 with king bed, TV, and full bath with tub/shower, (3) Yellow MBR #6 with king bed, daybed with trundle, lake view, TV, window seat, and full bath with tub/shower.

COVERED DOCK: A paved, sloped walkway leads down to the fire pit area, which provides seating for 20+ and a picnic table. The concrete path continues down to the blue-roofed dock, which has two jet ski ports and a covered double slip for your boats. The dock features a swim platform and ladder, and ample seating on two teak benches, two teak chairs, two teak side tables, and a teak swing to enjoy your sunset over the lake.

OTHER AMENITIES: You'll have easy parking with three parking areas for all your guests’ vehicles and boat trailers. The Lodge also provides pots and pans, cooking, serving, and eating utensils, a hair dryer in each bathroom, hangers, a telephone land line, linens for each bedroom, fire detectors, and fire extinguishers. The Lodge has air conditioning throughout its 6252 square feet and sleeps a maximum of 20 people. The Lakeside Lookout is a cottage on the property that is also available for rent. It sleeps four people and has a king bed, a queen bed in a loft, full kitchen, deck with grilling area, lake views, and its own boat dock/swimming platform.

The Lodge is pet-free and non-smoking. You may rent it for a minimum of three days from mid-August to June (four-day minimum for Thanksgiving and Christmas), and if you rent for six days, you receive the seventh day free. From June to mid-August, you may rent it for a minimum of seven days, Saturday to Saturday.

The Lodge is part of Deerfield Resort, an exclusive, secluded area nestled between the Cumberland Mountains and the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. As our guest, you have free use of the community swimming pool, tennis courts, and playgrounds. You may also patronize Deerfield’s 18-hole golf course, private airstrip, two restaurants, marina, and tiki bar. Deerfield Resort is about 35 miles south of the Kentucky border, eleven miles from La Follette, and 30 miles north of Knoxville.

And Norris Lake has it all. Its beautiful, blue-green waters cover 34,000 acres and span over 800 miles of shoreline. The clear, pristine waters of the Clinch and the Powell Rivers provide endless opportunities for recreation – including swimming, bridge-jumping, rope swinging, boating, water skiing, wake boarding, knee boarding, tubing, jet skiing, jet boarding, hydro-biking, kayaking, fishing, and charter fishing. Around the lake, you’ll also find great places for ATV riding, horseback riding, biking, and hiking. It's the ideal place for vacationers and sports enthusiasts!

Property manager

Steven Ray
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Hungarian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our Agreement (not VRBO's) controls Lease. Cancellation Policy (a) if more than 180 days before rental, we return all payments and Security Deposit.
(b) if cancelled less than 180 days before rental and we can re-rent, we return your payments and Security Deposit, less a $150 cancellation fee.
(c) if cancelled less than 180 days before rental and we can't re-rent, you forfeit your payments and Security Deposit.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Follette

Located in La Follette, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Campbell County Historical Society and Big Ridge Park Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Hollow Marina and Whitman Hollow Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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LaFollette, TN

What's nearby

  • Sugar Hollow Marina - 26 min drive - 13.0 km
  • LaFollette Medical Center - 32 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Whitman Hollow Marina - 37 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Norris Lake - 45 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Norris Dam State Park - 82 min drive - 69.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stardust Marina - ‬83 min drive
  • ‪East Side Pizza Parlor And Deli - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Hollow Dock - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Donut Shop - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Huge Lakeside Lodge has stunning views and an easy walk to its big dock! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Sugar Hollow Marina, Kincaid Historical Monument and La Follette Country Club. Whitman Hollow Marina is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jesse A.

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

The best house we have stayed!

This was the most amazing house we have vacationed at! Every room had a bathroom so privacy was not an issue. Outdoor spaces were beautiful and the view from every window was amazing. Host was very friendly and accommodating. The golf course was 8 minutes away and we played it 3 times during our stay because it was that fun with lots of elevation changes! Tons of games and toys to keep kids occupied for hours in case of a rainy day! I have nothing bad to say about this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

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

Family Christmas reunion

We had a wonderful time at the Lake Side Lodge! My siblings and I have been gathering at Christmas for over 25 years in the Norris lake / Gatlinburg area… and this was one of our favorite places! 7 Bedrooms, a large cozy family room, a dining room table with seating for all of us!! It was awesome!! Loved the fire pit, ping pong table, the view of the water, and a fully stocked kitchen with everything you could want to prepare and cook meals! Super kind and attentive hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

lake lodge

Great vacation, property is perfect for family. Dock is located in cove and is perfect for kids swimming off the dock with little wake. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Perfect for larger group / family trip.

The layout of this lodge allows everyone to be close for dinners, games while providing great lake views. Each bedroom with bath was also nice, kids camp was a winner for the small kids. The slope walk to water allows a golf cart to take our older mom and handicap kids down with little effort. Long and short is hated to leave and can't wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

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

Family Fall Break

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. What a beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R., Trenton, OH

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

Thanksgiving on the Lake

It was the perfect setting to celebrate Thanksgiving with family. Beautiful views. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Amazing house

This house was so beautiful and was so clean and fun. Loaded with games and outdoor toys and the kitchen was fully stocked. The view is awesome. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susie K.

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

Family vacation

The lodge was amazing! Exactly as described in listing and the kitchen was better equipped then my own home, which was necessary for us as we cooked in almost every day! Beds were comfortable It rained first 2 days but with the game room and covered deck there was plenty to do! Thanks so much for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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Beautiful, spacious house on the lake with so much to offer!!

Whether on either of the two decks, around the large kitchen table or massive island, game room or living area, this house allows plenty of opportunity to spend time with family or friends! We had no younger children in our group, but the kids kamp is adorable and makes me wish that my children/grandchildren were young enough to bring here. My siblings/husband live in four different states and this place was perfect for us to meet, kick back and enjoy some time reconnecting. So much to do that we didn’t even have time to do it all! The owners are very responsive and kind to share their get away with others. If you’re looking for a place to really get away, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis t.

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Hanfor Group Reunion

This trip is with a group of guys (6) that have been friends for 60 + years all originally from Michigan. We met for several years with the wives for a yearly reunion. We were very pleased with our stay at Lakeside, just a absolutely beautiful home. Owners were great to work with, the views of the lake, awesome, so much room. Would encourage anyone to come and stay here at Lakeside Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda J.

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Family & Friends weekend

Lakeside Lodge is wonderful and so are the owners! We had a fabulous time and enjoyed making lifelong memories with our family & friends! The Ray home is beautiful and very accommodating for a large group , especially with children! You will not be disappointed in any way ! They thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable! Kathy & Steven are perfect hosts and so hospitable! We look forward to a return trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam t.

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

10/10 best place on Norris lake

We rented the lakeside lodge for the first time this year and all I can say is this place fit every need we had for 11 people, very well equipped home had everything we needed in the kitchen, two of everything made it so nice to cook for a large group, the area was great the house was clean and beds were very comfortable everyone says they slept like a baby,. We loved the way they thought of everything had a whole closet full of games and toys a neat hideout for kids, the owners Steve and Kathy Ray are amazing and got back to us right away with any questions.. we already booked for next year in this gorgeous home.. the dock was awesome lots of room for our jet skis and tritoon boat…. Best house we have been in on Norris, we have been coming over 10 years and this was the best so far .. highly recommend if you need a home for a large party, and every bedroom was a master with king beds and private bath plus a bunk room .. can’t add enough stars to this home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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Perfect for family vacations!

Lakeside Lodge was the perfect location for my water-loving family to relax, unwind, and have fun in the sun. The rooms were clean and spacious, the kitchen was well equipped, and the game room had a large variety of activities to fit a variety of ages. We loved having 2 refrigerators and dishwashers. Our grandson had a blast staying in the Kids Camp. The walk down to the water was steep, but that’s to be expected for Lake Norris and we much preferred the sidewalks to the multiple flights of stairs present at other properties on the lake. We rented a boat and appreciated the nearby marinas, the jumping bridge, plus the multitude of little coves to explore. The hosts, Steve and Kathy, communicated well before our stay and called to make sure everything was okay during our stay. I would definitely recommend staying at the Lakeside Lodge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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Didn’t want to leave!

We love Norris Lake and the Lakeside Lodge met our expectations!!! The house had plenty of space to spread out. The covered deck was amazing, the game room served us well with a ping pong tournament and the dock was amazing and spacious for the fishing, swimming and relaxing that we had. The crew caught many fish of all kinds including multiple catfish, bass, and panfish. The swing on the dock allowed some peaceful moments down by the water. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will likely be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Fun Friends Retreat

Everything was good. Plenty of room, exceptional kitchen, equipment & seating. A bit of TV difficulty that was resolved — not normally necessary but it’s football season. Location & boat dock fine. Everything as described. I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don E., Goodlettsville

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Amazing house with an amazing view!

Our small church group (6 couples) enjoyed our weekend at Lakeside Lodge. There was plenty of room for everyone and each couple enjoyed having a king bed. It was quiet and peaceful with amazing views. The fire pit was a big hit! The home is very well equipped, especially the kitchen. The kitchen is large and beautiful, perfect for a group. The home is nicely decorated and several commented on the interesting objects on the living room walls. Communication with the owner was excellent. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Naerim P.

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

Great lake views!

Everything was exactly as listed. Beautiful view of the lake. Game room full of games was a plus, we had everyone entertained. We got lost trying to find the house specially since we arrived at night, but once you find it you can get around. Most of our family has AT&T and we did not have signal at all, the good thing is that they had wifi. But overall it was a great vacation, we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

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

Wonderful Experience

Steve and Kathy’s home was exactly what my group was looking for! Plenty of space for our group of eleven. The kitchen had absolutely everything necessary to fix any meal during your stay. The view from the deck was incredible. To get to the water and the private boat dock was not steep compared to other homes on the lake. The location of their home is perfect to get to the famous jumping bridge, as well as gas for your boat at Sugar Hollow Marina. Both of these were within a five minute ride from the dock. Kathy even called the house phone during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed, which I found very considerate. When I got home from our trip, I immediately talked to my wife and we plan on coming back to the lodge next year and bring the kids! I had such a great time at their beautiful home. Thank you Steve and Kathy! -Ben
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C., Chattanooga, TN

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Extremely pleased customer.

The Lodge was absolutely perfect for our family of 13. We had 7 adults, one 8 year old, two 5 year olds, two 2 year olds, and one infant. The Kids Kamp was a huge hit for all our grandkids. Adults had absolutely everything we needed for the house and the lake. Dining table for 16 was huge. Two large outside decks had wonderful views of the lake. Main deck had tables and seating for 18 and comfortable lounge patio seating for 5. Lower deck had a comfortable, huge hammock and a very nice chair and foot support hung from deck above. Kitchen was very well stocked with two refrigerators, two double sinks, large center island, and everything imaginative for the entire kitchen. Hose decoration was very interesting, from the Elk over the fireplace, the large bear in the corner of the living room, animal skins on the wall, to even a small wooden bear carving on a nice light stand. House was clean throughout. Wife says this house was perfect and was overall the best place our family has stayed EVER. Very pleased wife. Only issue we had (and it was extremely small) was the island sink faucet had a small, slow drip near the handle. We simply left a folded paper towel under the handle for the owner to fix in the future. We hope to return for future family vacations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Our family Christmas getaway

Our stay was amazing! The home is beautiful! There is plenty of room to spread out even with a large group. All of the master suites made it perfect for our family to gather and celebrate Christmas! Would most certainly return to this lodge again! The host communicated frequently and made things very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey M.

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

Beautiful fall foliage lake getaway

We’ve been getting together with our group of friend for the past two years on Norris Lake. This was our first time at this house and loved it. Gorgeous views off the huge back deck, perfect layout for big dinner at the enormous dining room table. We took advantage of the kayaks and enjoyed a serene paddle in the little bay. Great communication with hosts, really appreciated them checking in with us. We plan to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Carol B.

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

Venue was perfect for our family.

Hope to come back (:
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

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Summer Getaway

This is the perfect property to take a group. We had 4 families there for Labor Day and loved each having our own separate master suites to retreat to. The kids camp in the basement was adorable and provided plenty of room for kids of all ages to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful Home

This home is perfect for family and friends. It is beautifully decorated, kitchen has everything needed along with great work space for all to help prepare meals. Bedrooms are private and quiet with each having their own bathroom. The kids camp is adorable for any age child. The outside is just as nice as the inside with a very large deck, firepit, and very large dock. We truly enjoyed our trip and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynsie S., New Madison

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Plenty to do!

This property is by far our favorite we have stayed at since we started doing this large group Norris trip. The kitchen is massive and stocked with anything you would need, the decks themselves gorgeous even if they didn’t have an incredible view of the lake. The walk to the lake wasn’t hateful despite the slope, it was well lit, and my girls favorite spot to lay out a night and watch the stars. The fire pit area was nice with plenty of space. The whole family loved playing pong and air hockey together. Our kids were so well entertained with the closet of games and toys that getting them down to the lake was a battle. Even with being on a more open part of the lake, the waves at the dock were minimal, and floating and relaxing in the clear water was so enjoyable. This property is very kid and family friendly. Very neatly decorated with a cabin feel. We ended up being down a boat yet still felt we had a great trip because of the space. The community was also very neat, lots of deer and a great winery close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steven Ray

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My wife and I live in Cincinnati, where I keep busy as a lawyer, a professor at Northern Kentucky University's Chase School of Law, and a landlord for our rental properties near UC campus. We love spending time with our family -- three children, five grandchildren, and two nieces. We especially love taking vacations as a family, and we like to include other members of our family -- siblings, in-laws, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and parents.

For years, our family vacationed for three years in a nice place -- like Lake Cumberland, the Outer Banks, and Destin, Florida. And then for various reasons, we moved on to another location. Then in 2015, we rented a vacation home on Lake Norris and returned the next two summers. But after three consecutive years, we still wanted to come back to Norris Lake. It was only four hours away -- not too far for our older children to drive with their young families. Not too far for our children in college to drive. And not too far for my parents to drive. Then we realized that if we bought a place, we could come down whenever we wanted -- all year long!

So we started looking for a place to call our own on Lake Norris.

Why they chose this property

In late 2017, we first walked through the front door of the Lakeside Lodge, and we knew we had found our vacation home. The lake views were breathtaking. The welcoming living room was awesome. We loved the huge fireplace, the elk, and the western decor. We loved the spacious kitchen and dining room, the six master bedrooms, and the big, two-story deck -- all with incredible views.

And we loved the Lakeside Lookout, the delightful efficiency cottage on the same property that has its own dock and stunning views. It assured opportunities for our quick escapes to the lake for just the two of us -- and maybe a couple of kids.

The Lodge promised great spaces for our family to have fun together. It had three floors, not four or five (like the other Norris homes we had rented). It had one giant kitchen -- not two on different floors. In its big rooms, our entire family can join in the same activity. All of us can all eat in the dining room. All of us can gather on the deck to watch the sunset. And all of us can watch a movie in the living room -- or play games in the game room. It was perfect for us.

What makes this property unique

We also loved the Lodge's special advantages too -- like its easy sloping path down to the lakefront. It has no stairs to the dock -- in great contrast with the other Norris homes we had rented, which had many flights of stairs down to the dock. At the Lodge, my parents, aunts, and uncles (and our small grandchildren) can walk down to the waterfront without difficulty. And our grandchildren love the Kids' Kamp, the Lodge's fun bunk room with its own "cave" full of pillows.

Finally, our docks are just the right distance from the main channel of the lake. Our dock sits in a cove 600 feet away from speeding boats, so our swimmers can safely play and float. The distance allows the wakes to dissipate so that we can dock our boats safely and securely. At the same time, it's not a fifteen-minute boat ride in a no-wake zone to get into water-skiing water. Sixty seconds from our dock, your boat can be out of the no-wake zone and pulling a tube loaded with kids.

We have discovered that the Lakeside Lodge and its little cottage, the Lakeside Lookout, is the perfect place for our family vacation. We hope you discover it too.

Steve Ray

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