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Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat

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Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Baxter, TN
  • Center Hill Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Burgess Falls State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat

Welcome to the newly renovated Wishbone Willie Lake Retreat!

1450 sq ft, 4 bedroom/2 bath with over 600 sq. ft. of outdoor deck space. Enjoy BBQs, sunbathing, and stunning mountain lake views.

The house is just steps from the water where you’ll find a boat launch and swimming hole. Explore past the cove with the kayaks available to guests upon request. Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, the Wishbone Willie Lakehouse is ready to make your Center Hill Lake experience unforgettable.

Nestled in a tranquil cove, this home offers a large deck with stunning views and easy access to the swimming area and boat launch. Enjoy your morning coffee on the wraparound deck or explore the nearby trails and lakes. Embrace the charm of this rural neighborhood!

What We Provide

Kitchen: Fully stocked for your convenience. Essentials include cooking oil, salt, pepper, sugar, coffee, and a coffee maker. Cookware, dish soap, towels, a fridge, microwave, stove, and oven are also available.

Deck: Enjoy panoramic mountain and lake views from the deck, equipped with a propane BBQ grill, large table, chairs, and lounge chairs.

Entertainment: TVs, board games, and an electric fireplace.

Comfort: Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, linens, beach towels, and a washer/dryer.

WiFi: High-speed internet is available, though mountainous location may affect service. For best reception, guests may need to step outside.

Parking: Ample space for 4+ cars


Local Attractions

Restaurants: Cookeville, 20 minutes away, offers a variety of dining options and a charming historical downtown with local shops and boutiques.

Activities: Hiking, fishing, water sports, and exploring

Nearby Attractions: Burgess Falls, Rock Island, and Cummins Falls, Appalachian Center for Craft, Caney Fork River, Edgar Evins State Park, Cookeville Boat Dock, and Hurricane Marina for boat rentals and pontoons.

We hope you enjoy your stay and all the natural beauty and local attractions our area has to offer!

Property manager

Bobby John Henry

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking in the house.
No unauthorized guests on the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Baxter

Located in Baxter, this cabin is on the waterfront. Southern Hills Golf Course and DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Window Cliffs State Natural Area and Window Cliffs State Natural Area - Burgess Falls State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Baxter, TN

What's nearby

  • Center Hill Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Caney Fork River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area - 41 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Edgar Evins State Park - 51 min drive - 41.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose Garden Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Hillcrest Restaurant - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Grille - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Grille On The Hill - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Redbud Cafe - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wishbone Willie's Lake Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Center Hill Lake and Caney Fork River. Window Cliffs State Natural Area and Window Cliffs State Natural Area - Burgess Falls State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 69 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bailey B.

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

Perfect Vacation

We had an awesome time at this property. The owner was very friendly as well. The property was clean , kid friendly, and beautiful right off of the lake. Would most definitely come back to vacation here again! Thank you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Rhonda B.

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

Beautiful Deck and sitting area

Perfect getaway. Could have used a sharp knife in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jacob E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Trip

Was good overall, there was a lift that had some dogs that came over a few times. But it was good
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

If you want to get away from it all...

... this is a great place to do so. Some really wonderful touches: HUGE deck with a great view of the lake, record player with some truly inspired LP's, and overall just a comfy vibe. The kids enjoyed the hot tub (we wondered why it was in a covered room... until it rained and we were glad it was). Fun hiking nearby at Window Cliffs - bring shoes you don't mind getting wet on the creek crossings. We took the kayak out on the lake too. Thanks so much for the visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Leigh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

Pet parents beware

Although the owner was a gentleman, the neighborhood leaves something to be desired. All dogs are running around unleashed with no owners in sight. Appallingly rude neighbor. Great location with beautiful deck amenities we were afraid to use after verbal abuse from stranger the minute we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Terri G.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

The place wasn’t ready at check in time

We had reservations to arrive at check in time (4pm central) on Thursday May 4, 2023 abcs check out on Saturday May 6, 2023. We arrived Thursday at approximately 6pm central and the handyman/house cleaner was there and he has been staying there and had the place a total wreck. I have photos of unmade slept in beds, empty food and drink containers everywhere, broken glass all over floor, dirty dishes and cigarette butts on floor. He finally finished up and left canon at about midnight Thursday night!!😱
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Edward C.

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

Not as pictured

Location is great if your not looking for anything fancy, if you want cheap this is your place. To start you will have trouble finding the place because from the outside it looks like a broken down barn. The door was unlocked and broken upon arrival. Kitchen had fruit flies that came from nowhere, microwave is rusted and coffee pot would spill water all over counter if you used the delay button. Upon entering main bedroom there was a smell of dead dog or vomit. We finally figured out it was from the pillows, sheets and bed. Lucky there was washer and dryer, two pillows were unusable due to smell, after washing sheets,bedspread and flipping mattress smell was finally gone. We could not use the dirty deck because every time we sat out there it smelled like dog s##t. The supposed kayak was filled with mud and dirt and a broken lamp. I have never been so disappointed in my life! Swim area was nice but boat ramp is all gravel and dirt so we drove to Cookeville Boat Dock to launch boat. I doubt any cleanup, washing sheets etc is done. It could be a really nice place if cleaned up and maybe painted. Also toilet and refrigerator made strange noises.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ashley L.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disgusting is not rustic!

Property manager was great communicating but that’s where it ended. We had to clean mouse poop from everything including in the silverware drawer before we could use anything. The dust bunnies, dirt, mold and cigarette ashes everywhere plus the garbage still from the last time someone was there seemed like cleaning isn’t an extra fee we should be paying for. We didn’t have any internet (there was a router but no connections plus hardly any cell service) or landlines in case of emergencies. The house was not on the water as the pics may make others believe (as we did) it’s close at least but across the little road and down the landing. House is at the bottom of a very narrow, steep, winding path so beware if you have a giant vehicle or it’s icy. No hand soap or washcloths made the first night interesting using the decorative cloth I found (my hands are still stained from the color bleeding out of it) and only dish soap. We went out and about so we left what we bought. I guess Vrbo doesn’t have standards because we could get past the “rustic” falling apart house but the filth is just not ok. Would NOT recommend staying here even for the little view there was!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

sarah l., Ohio

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

False advertisement

I’ve never pulled up to a rental and felt so terrible about a decision in my life. The place was literally falling apart/ down the hill! Buckets with 2x4’s holding up the front of this rustic cabin, nails everywhere, wasn't clean like all the other rentals I’ve stayed in, he has it listed under a super host, nope! Insects everywhere and even falling from the ceilings in the middle of the night on us in our sleep! We were walking around light footed the whole time scared to death! All of the floors had hole weak type areas underneath the flooring where it would sink. The instructions for the cabin said not to wear shoes inside but we found sharp copper wiring pieces on the rug in the living room and a roofing nail… so we wore shoes inside to be safe. No sharp knives to cut fruit or our steaks. The coffee maker wouldn’t work so we had a neighbor in another cabin. Drew us a whole pot for our family. The pictures were completely deceiving! Showed the view from the little red cabin in front of ours to make it look better… so wrong to do that! Not one picture of the actual cabin in his photos except for where the garage is and kayaks. There is a hot tub but it is disgusting and surrounded by workers construction mess!! Spend some quality time as the owner and make ALL the the repairs it requires to be an actual safe place to stay!! It could be a cute place but honestly it shouldn’t be allowed to be used as a rental until a contractor comes to make some major repairs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Catie F.

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

Family fun

We enjoyed our stay. The place was spacious. Deck was filled with leaves and the stairs were hard for my Father to get up. We would stay again because it was a fun place with lots of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guy B.

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

On Top of the World

It was a pleasant stay. Rustic, high steps, high up the hill - But enjoyable! Host provided complimentary wares from their local bakery - very tasty! Roomy and a good view from atop the hill. We fished and had a good time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Melody C.

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

A little more rustic than anticipated.

While the description says rustic and retro, it lands more to older and dingy. The first impression comes from 2 flights of stairs. I'm sure it was my misunderstanding that the stairs pictured are actually the entrance. They aren't exactly uniform in height or stair width. (Being hard for my 81 y.o. mother, so beware if you have anyone in your group that might struggle with stairs).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

SHELLIE D.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Old

Property was not ready had to help clean . The pictures on website are better then house. Needs so much updates . Steps are awful, dining room awful, cleanliness awful. Would not recommend this house to any other family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W., Trinity Alabama

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

Relax, Reconnect, Have a Blast! This is the place.

The property is very comfortable. The atmosphere is fantastic. It is truly a great place to relax, reconnect with loved ones, and have a GREAT time! The cottage is centrally located to all of the wonderful outdoor activities; Burgess Falls, Cummings Falls, Window Cliffs, Edgar Evin State Park, Rock Island State Parks and so much more. Only 20 minutes to Cookeville. The BEST part.....BEAUTIFUL Center Hill Lake is right in front of you. We found both the caretaker and the owner to be very helpful, accessible, and responsive. We got to know them both a little while we were there. We left feeling as though we had made new friends. I can't think of a better place to get rid of stress and anxiety, as well as reconnect with your family. Our 12 yr old son and 8 yr old granddaughter accompanied us for the 10 day stay. Yes, we had to stay a couple of extra days, totally unplanned! LOL Two of our adult children came up for the weekend and joined us. They absolutely loved it! They both said they were coming back as soon as they had vacation time. We had better get an invite! The cell service IS spotty. For us, it was a welcome relief....a good excuse not to have to answer a phone. The kids did NOT even mention wanting their electronics or gaming devices. This entire experience turned out to be a blessing, and certainly the best vacation ever! Would we go back to stay here again? ABSOLUTELY! We plan to do just that! Kelly & Wendy Wheeler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Angela W.

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

Great place for boat access to lake

The porch was awesome. We loved the area below to pull our boat into. The lake access was great! The house could use some updates.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Chris D.

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

Pretty decent

A little disapointed that there was no notification about the hot tub being out of order so We didn't find out until we got there and saw a note on the door. Other than that everything was very pleasent. Property is very down to earth and not overly fancy. It feels lived in and gives a good comfortable feeling while there. The large deck is absolutely amazing the pictures don't do it justice. Absolutely will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

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

Great weekend

My friends and I had a great time. We loved the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan W.

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

Amazing view

The view and access to the lake were better than expected. The property had all the basic necessities and then some. The owner was very communicative.
Stayed 19 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Nice relaxing place

It was a truly a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Annette L.

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

Lakeside cabin

The neighborhood was quiet and the access to the lake was easy. I really enjoyed the large deck. Coffee was available which is always a plus for me! The pictures shared on Vrbo are very deceptive and I was surprised at how run-down the place was when we arrived. It definitely needs a little TLC. It was not as clean as I would have liked and one set of bed coverings were either unwashed or stained to the point that they need to be replaced. One expectation of check-out was to load our dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start it before we left. The dishwasher was full when we arrived. Does this mean we were expected to unload the dishes from the previous guest so we could load ours? I do understand that the owner is not likely the one who cleans between guests, so he/she might want to look at hiring a different cleaning service. I think I would have been more comfortable with the place if not for the deceptive pictures and description. I was expecting one thing and got something very different. I think this would be a great place to stay with a little maintenance and possibly another cleaning service. I would not stay here again in its current condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Warren S.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

July 2021 Review

Difficult finding the property as the address sign is in a poor location. The BBQ did not work. The property has a serious ant problem along with mice that feasted on our food and pooped on the kitchen surfaces. Broken or missing lights showed a lack of concern for the property. In contrast, the location was beautiful, the lake was awesome, and there was lots of fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon C., port barre, louisiana

Liked: Check-in, communication

Hummm

The lake was beautiful we only got to see it from the deck of the camp it was way to steep to walk down the boat ramp or climb back up it . Now if we would have had a boat it would have been great !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

olive m.

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

upkeep

the gas grill is junk, the a/c filter is disgusting, the dishwasher is junk, we had to replace at least 6 light bulbs, the owner requested no shoes in the house..we don't know why since the carpet was filthy I bought new mats for the kitchen so we didn't have to step on the ones that were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marissa D.

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

Thank you!

Great property with a beautiful view and huge deck for enjoying it! Clean and quiet with plenty of amenities. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Roger R.

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

Great Views from Deck

Enjoyed our stay and the Rustic Cabin. Loved the convenience of having the boat ramp so close. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Bobby John Henry

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Languages:

English