Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21

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The View from our Deck
LAKE LODGE HOME on South Holston LAke
Welcome!
Entrance Foyer
Glorious Sunroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14445.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Abingdon, VA
  • South Holston Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Barter Theatre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 6 "Bunk Room"

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom "Ellis"

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom "Grace"

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom "Ramey"

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom "Utsman"

1 Queen Bed and 2 Child Beds

Bedroom "Wilson"

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21

Enjoy each season at the Lake on South Holston! Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring all offer spectacular views & different local amenities! Major seasonal activities include: Summer- activities on the lake, swimming/fishing at the dock. Fall- leaves changing color & biking the Creeper, hot tub & fire pit. Winter- hot tub, fire pit, hang out & cooking. Spring- lake activities, Creeper Trail bike rides.

So much to do - Kayaking, Hot Tub, Water Slide, & Family Fun at the lodge on site. Sportsman's Marina Water Playground (3 minute pontoon ride from lodge).... Creeper Trail bike rides (Alvarado Station on Creeper Trail with BBQ, ice-cream, & a starting point ONLY 9.1 miles away)... plus Barter Theatre and Summer & Fall Festivals.

This beautiful 6 bedroom + bunk room and 4 bathroom lodge home overlooks the most beautiful lake in Virginia and Tennessee (South Holston Lake) surrounded by the majestic Holston Mountains where you will find Fishing, Swimming, Skiing, Boating as well as Biking Trails, Hiking, Antiquing, Festivals, Wine Tours, and Sight Seeing, Leaf changing... such a beautiful part of the country... often referred to as 'God's country.' The cedar lodge has beautiful stonework throughout and 2 wonderful stone fireplaces with gas logs that turn on with a flip of a switch. The living room is rustic with high A-frame wood ceilings. Large picture windows offer fantastic views throughout. The six bedrooms are private with an additional bunk room that sleeps 9 and easily accessible to the bathrooms. The most delightful room is the glass sun-room with a panoramic view of the lake. You will find the kitchen fully furnished with everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. The deck wraps around the front of the house with a large gas grill, jetted hot tub and seating for four. Imagine yourself sitting in the hot tub at night under the stars looking out at the lake. It is NICE... The den is spacious with a view of the lake and a large stone fireplace to enhance your evenings. We offer high speed internet and a library of wonderful DVD's (many for children). Outside your door is the lake with our own private small dock for boats, playthings or a place to just sit and fish with your son or daughter (make sure you have a fishing license). Hop in a boat and you will find a marina just down the way that has a full outdoor restaurant and live music all through the summer. Boats may be rented at the marinas as well. There is the beautiful South Holston dam on the lake and Cliff Island where you will find kids and adults jumping from a stone ledge into the water. The sunsets are spectacular but the turning leaves in the Fall are rich and colorful as well and then there is the winter snow as you soak in the hot tub overlooking a frozen lake that is indescribable. Finally, spring arrives with the purple martins returning to our bird hotel and all around turns green as life blooms everywhere. The activities and opportunities around this area are innumerable and the beauty does not fade with the summer... it lasts for 4 seasons. Come and stay and enjoy the festivals, the live theaters, the wonderful and delicious eateries. You are in God's country, and it just doesn't get better than that. We would love to share our good blessings with those who are led our way as our honored guests.

Boat Rentals are available at nearby marinas:
Sportsmans Marina, Painter Creek Marina, Laurel Marina.

Property manager

Bethany Wilson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact Bethany for event details for approval
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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: 30
Note from host: Contact Bethany for event details for approval
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Abingdon

Located in Abingdon, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Barter Theatre and William King Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include White's Mill and Bristol Municipal Stadium. Travelling with kids? Consider Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center, or check out an event or a game at Viking Hall Civic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Abingdon, VA

What's nearby

  • South Holston Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Abingdon Courthouse - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Barter Theatre - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
  • The Virginian Golf Club - 22 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fiddler's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Awesome House on the BEST Lake near Creeper Trail w Hot Tub & Firepit. Sleeps 21 located?

This family-friendly Abingdon holiday home is located on a lake, steps from South Holston Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wolf Hill Shopping Center and Virginia Creeper Damascus. Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon and Barter Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home for large gathering
Booked this home for a large family before a wedding. The owner was very responsive to questions and was able to help us quickly with a reservation change. Plenty of great spaces indoors and out for gathering and conversation. Nice view of the lake. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Large Wedding Group Destination
This house is fantastic! My son got married in nearby Abingdon, Virginia and we stayed here for the weekend. It was perfect for my 11 adult kids. Spacious, welcoming, perfect gathering areas, great kitchen to cook, and exceptionally clean. Can't recommend this location enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
family get away
Great property! Very clean very well appointed. No complaints great for a big family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We absolutely loved our stay! The house is spacious and has a spectacular view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leida C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book Club Gives a Five Star Review
The R2R Book club LOVED this awesome home! Everything was a expected and our host was very responsive. We all expect to return - either as a group or with our individual families.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice house
We had a fantastic weekend. The house is gorgeous and beautifully decorated. Bethany and the homeowners are very helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend this property rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Spacious
We had a wonderful week at DougOut and would certainly retyrn!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun at the Lake
I stayed at the Doug Out with 14 other people to include children and adults. We had a great time and enjoyed the lake, boat, and other activities. The layout of the house was great for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway with gorgeous view
This was the perfect house for our family of 12 - four generations. Fabulous view from the porch and sunroom. Plenty of space to relax. Great fishing and swimming off the dock, and a beautiful lake for kayaking. Well equipped kitchen. Bethany was awesome to work with. Our family is already planning a return trip next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not ask for me!
We booked this property due to location on the lake, the pictures did not do it justice the home is everything and more. We celebrated a 70th surprise birthday, company meeting and family time all packed into a weekend. The home was more than full of accommodations that made the weekend perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of room for all the family...
Everybody enjoyed getting together in one location . everyone had a bed to sleep in... beautiful view of the lake... ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Wonderful property. Everything you could ever want in a vacation home plus the location make this a 5 star property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
One of our favorite lake houses!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L., Kill Devil Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway
Wow! We enjoyed our stay so much we are already planning another trip next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for two families
Perfect amount of space for two big families. Great location! Definitely want to go back when we can enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Great get away!
We selected this place for a brief retreat for couples in ministry, and we were very pleased. The views of the lake and mountains are absolutely amazing, and the accommodations are wonderful. It is a great space to relax and have fun, whether coming as several couples, a large family or a group of people. We highly recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

Janice I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
The house was big enough for all of us to have our own space. The lake was beautiful and the kids loved going on the tub with our boat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bristol Race weekend
The propery was just what we were hoping for. Plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beautiful views. Host was very responsive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Doug-Out" Lake House
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun on Creeper
We had a wonderful weekend stay at “The Dougout.” Thank you for sharing your property with our family. Everything was wonderful and the property manager was very helpful and responsive. Great place for a large multigenerational family to get together and spend quality time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Gina C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Property lacking in several areas
Upon checking in, the laundry room extra refrigerator was in the middle of the floor with water and debris and items from the laundry were piled on the kitchen floor. It took 3 calls and a text before we got a response from the host. House was very dusty causing allergies in a family member. Dock was in dangerous disrepair. Hundreds of Bugs seen in downstairs bath. Bugs also seen in kitchen and in some cookware. A/C did not work on main level. Hot tub did not work properly. House was only worth at best about 1/3 of what I paid. I personally own a VRBO property and know what it takes to run one. This one did not live up to its previous ratings. Will not stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and enough room for all
Our stay at the Doug Out was wonderful. Two families with young adult kids, everyone had their own bedroom, which was very nice. The house was very cozy but spacious, kitchen was well stocked, several bathrooms and roomy family spaces. The views from the house and property were amazing! Both families brought their ski boats and the dock was great to just jump in the boats and go. This lake is very uncrowded during the week, we kind of felt like we had the water all to ourselves. We all had a great relaxing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Madji N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great property, communication problems
Great house, large and comfortable lakefront with hot tub and option to rent a boat for a day. Property manager was difficult to contact and we had to speak to the owner on day of arrival to get an access code to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

615 LOL meetup Group comes to Abingdon to bike the VA. Creeper Trail
So we were a little drenched over the weekend with the rain, but that didn't get us down. We enjoyed a bit of time out on the patio with a fire pit.....singing to the guitar and preparing the old girl scout favorite....smores. Other times it was watching the football game, having coffee while overlooking the lake and biking the VA. Creeper trail in the rain. A great weekend it was enjoyed by all. Only 1 suggestion - please let us know where the bean bags are for the corn hole game for next time. We'd love to come back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E., Williamsport, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly What We Needed
Our group of ten active women aged 50-70 gather annually to bike the Creeper Trail and visit. Lucky to have found it for available dates that worked for everyone, this property SUITED US PERFECTLY. There was more than enough room for us and our stuff to either spread out or comfortably convene for meals & games. It is well provisioned and communication with the host were a breeze. We didn’t have a chance to use the kayaks or pontoon but the expansive lakeside views are relaxing & beautiful. Several of our group are considering family reunions at this generously sized & ideal property. It’s handy enough to Abingdon and Damascus but has the nice quiet countryside thing too. The daily rate & fees divided amongst us made it an affordable option to a hotel or smaller properties in town. We were over the moon. Highly recommend- would return tomorrow! Thank you so much, Dougout hosts ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bethany Wilson

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We are a BIG family (6 daughters, son-in-laws, and 15 grandchildren) that enjoy spending time together. This home has provided a beautiful setting where we grill and cook - boat and fish - dance and play throughout all the seasons. Our favorite place - 'our home away from home' where much joy and love exists. We invite you to share in this experience and enjoy God's beautiful handiwork that surrounds you.

Why they chose this property

Why come to this place...Because you will find a peaceful place to relax plus... Southern hospitality flourishes and the experience are endless with such variety to choose from in any season... ABINGDON: the 'Historic Williamsburg of the South' featuring Barter Theatre and Martha Washington Inn - Winery's and Wine Tours - Highlands Art Festival - Heartwood Art Center for Virginia featuring local and regional artists, 26 miles of Creeper Trail for Bikes, Horses and Hiking trail - Antiquing all around - BRISTOL: Home of the Birthplace of Country Music and Museum, Bristol Motor Speedway - Rhythm N Roots Music Festival featuring 100's of bands - Downtown Paramount Theatre with performing arts - Bristol Train Station with train rides in season - Christmas Lights at BMS with millions of lights and decor - Outside Ice Skating at BMS beginning in November - 1 hour away from snow skiing at Sugar and Beech Mountain. This area offers FOUR SEASONS in a BEAUTIFUL part of the COUNTRY with endless possibilities of things to do... you will be enriched as you explore the region. There are endless ways to enjoy this area and you will find them when you Google Abingdon, Bristol VA/TN, and South Holston Lake.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this place! You will relax and unwind in a peaceful setting that will revive your soul. This is a home where you be reminded of the good gifts of life that God richly blesses all of us with. It is just wonderful! SOUTH HOLSTON LAKE - One of the most beautiful, clean and spacious lakes in the South with recreation, music, marinas, great food and beautiful scenery. We have traveled the world and we always come back saying we live and play in the most wonderful place on earth.

Languages:

English

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