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Reviews of Cherokee Hideaway (Dog-Friendly)

Cherokee Hideaway (Dog-Friendly)
Smithville, TN

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 106 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen G.

Holiday Celebration
Unable to utilize basement with the pool table and ping pong table, because of the broken window covered with a blanket and was too chilly to be in the room. Hot tub was I inviting and not used. Needed to be cleaned Size of the house was nice for our group
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2024
Kathleen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your honesty and apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your stay. We want to address the concerns you raised regarding the basement and the hot tub. Unfortunately, the window in the basement was damaged by a recent guest, and as a temporary measure, we had to board it up and install a blanket while awaiting the arrival of the new window. We're pleased to inform you that the window has been fixed, and you should not encounter any issues with it during future stays. We regret that you couldn't fully enjoy the amenities due to these unforeseen circumstances. Your comfort is our top priority, and we wish we had known about the hot tub issue during your stay so we could have taken immediate action to address it. Moving forward, we encourage our guests to reach out to us promptly if any issues arise during their stay. This allows us the opportunity to make things right and ensure you have the best experience possible. Your feedback is valuable, and we are committed to continuously improving our services. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future, and if you do, please don't hesitate to contact us directly if you encounter any issues. We're here to ensure your stay is enjoyable and memorable.

6/10 Okay

Tracey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
I only stayed one night because the door’s deadbolt to the master bedroom was not working. Only the knob would lock. There were also two pit bulls next door and the owner didn’t have them on leashes. I have a small dog and one of them started to run to us barking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway for Family
The rental was great for our family of 6 plus grandma. Lots of space to spread out and plenty to entertain everyone. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sheila T.

Nice Cabin but maintenance could be improved
Cabin was nice. Maintenance on this property could be improved. We reported several things that needed to fixed/maintenanced. They were not done during our stay. The maintenance man came over, but did not repair anything. The directions provided by the office got us completely lost. GPS finally got us there. The road was blocked by a downed tree. Called the office and they said they would contact the county. Since it was a holiday weekend, we had to chop up the tree and clear the road ourselves. Road is very narrow and winding to get up to the cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape from busy life
Good mountain get away, lots of things to do close by
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Great time
Family trip went well. Had a lot of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank yo for your kind review Nick!

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meet in the middle vacation
House was very nice and clean. Beds were comfortable and clean. View was spectacular and we all had a great time. Parking was limited and there was no back yard for kids to play. But the house was large and the play room was fun for them. Over all we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your review of the home and we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home for your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing tour
The property was perfect fro a group of kayak anglers visiting the area to fish the World Championships. Only a short drive from the lake made for easy launches and the house was perfect to relax in after a day on the water.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
We are happy to hear that the home worked out for you and your group! We hope to have you back for another relaxing stay in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Darci-Leigh T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot
We loved the cabin itself, beautiful with great amenities. Things I wish I had noted more carefully before arriving were that, although that it is close to the water, this is definitely not a waterfront property and you cannot expect to easily to access the lake. Also, the neighbors are all in very close proximity and we could easily see/hear others near us. Finally, the road to this property is very steep and windy. We drive a Dually truck and some of the switchbacks required 3 point turns.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time despite the rain
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, Quiet Retreat
We had a lovely long weekend here. No problems at all! Lots of space for our family to come together from three different states. Lots of stairs but we loved all the deck space. Quiet and private with a lovely view of the lake and woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2023
Shannon, we are so happy you and your family enjoyed this home! It is so nice to know we are providing families with memorable stays!

8/10 Good

pete p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good work out
Peaceful and quiet lots of stairs my caves are bustling lol
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2023
Thank you for your review Pete we appreciate it.

8/10 Good

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Overall, Needs a little TLC
Our stay at Cherokee Hideaway was good for the most part but not without issues. We were able to find it pretty easy using Apple maps but they also provided good directions as well. It was ready for check at 3pm as described. We had 2 SUVs and the parking was big enough for both. Unfortunately as soon as we arrived I did a walk around and noticed there was a leak from the 1st floor down to the basement. We arrived on a Sunday so i called the maintenance number and they asked if I could help diagnose the issue and it seemed to be isolated to one bathroom. So we decided he could come in the morning and we would not use that bathroom that night. He came the next day but after trying a few things it still was not quite fixed. So he had to come back again another day. We were out most of the time he was there so it wasn't a huge inconvenience but it made the stay a little less enjoyable especially considering we had a couple staying down in the basement. Speaking of that, the "sofa sleeper" in the basement is a foam cushion fold out couch and is very low to the floor. They were young and made it work but it was also pretty cold down there compared to the rest of the cabin and we ended up getting them a space heater. Just a heads up if you plan on anyone staying down there in the winter. The rooms on the other floors were as advertised and pretty nice overall. The kitchen had newer appliances and fully stocked with everything you would need which made our stay for Thanksgiving go a bit smoother. Plenty room for 11 of us to spread out as well. The porches were really nice and some of our guests really enjoyed the hot tub. The pool table bumpers are no longer useful and the seams from the slate pieces affected the ball. We brought darts for the dart board but they wouldn't work on the board thats in there and there weren't any there to use either. The firepit area outside was nice with plenty stumps to sit on. Not sure if they can do anything about the windows in the living area but they seem cloudy which kind of spoiled the view from inside. There was plenty to do in the area. We enjoyed eating at Twisted Oaks which is only minutes away. We made a trip to Nashville, hiked at Burgess Falls, and took a tour at Cumberland Caverns. My family's favorite was Harmony Lane Farm and Creamery. Again, we enjoyed our stay overall and they did address the plumbing issues while we were there. A little TLC and this place would more than worth the cost.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2022
Thank you very much for this review Scott we truly appreciate it and currently taking the time to take care of your concerns! We are happy you enjoyed the stay and also enjoyed the Center Hill Lake Area!

6/10 Okay

Craig S.

Less than expected.
For being a premier host and highly rated for cleanliness, we were less than impressed. Mold on shower curtains... carpet needed cleaned... great views obscured by dirty windows... game room had no darts for dartboard and pool table had no bounce off of bumpers... most every wall and some ceilings need paint... called ahead of time and asked about road going in and felt mislead... had there been rain or snow some of inclines would not have been manageable without 4wd on the single lane road. Positives: Kitchen was best/newest room of house. Beds were comfortable. Views from decks were beautiful. Despite nearby houses, it was usually quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2022
Craig, after reading your review we have taken the time to correct all of your concerns and the homeowner is actively adding updates. We think you would be very pleased!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing get away
we live near nashville and work from home having the option to vacate our normal lives for a few days without driving far was a plus and then how beautiful it all was touched us all!! best break we have had in a while!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2022
Michelle, we are so happy that you enjoyed the home!

10/10 Excellent

Colton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and ready to use. Some of the most comfortable beds I’ve experienced from a rental!
Check in was a breeze and we had no issues with any of the process. House was very clean and super comfortable beds. The 4 levels of the home really makes it feel like you have more than 3 bedrooms! The basement and loft can be used as separate bedrooms. The water got really hot so be careful there! Be aware that the road the house is on is not boat friendly. Take your boat to the marina before heading to the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
Thank you Colton for your very kind review! we appreciate your review and are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the decks
Nice roomy home. About 15-20 minutes to get to anywhere you want to go around Smithville / Center Hill Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of room!
We had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas early with family. The house has plenty of bedrooms and baths. The kitchen was great and fully stocked. It’s a true lake chalet feel with a beautiful view. Everything is updated and beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
The stars aligned and I had a rare weekend available to take a mini vacation so chose this one! The house was fantastic and the pictures don’t do it justice. It’s very private even with other cabins around and it felt like our own little world. Everything was super clean and we didn’t have any issues! Would definitely rent again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, but needs some upgrades.
Location was nice. We were looking for somewhere remote that we could use as home base for hiking in the area. The decks were the best part of this house. We thoroughly enjoyed having an extended coffee hour on deck every morning. There were only 2 of us so plenty of room. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Didn't use hot tub, but it looked nice enough. Basement not very welcoming and carpets definitely need to be taken out and replaced with laminate or newer carpet. I didn't really want to put my bare feet on them at first glance. I understand that it's a dog friendly house which we appreciated because we had a dog with us, but there are ways they could upgrade and make it dog friendly too. Road is a little sketchy getting in and I was glad I upgraded to a small SUV. Best things were the quiet, the decks and the large windows on main floor which let in a lot of light. Kitchen/living area was nice and open.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family time
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing week in the mountains
Great views and great proximity to Center Hill Lake, which is a must visit. The property had everything we could’ve asked for and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
great cabin great location
Loved the cabin and our stay. Hot tub was very nice addition
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Kaila M.

Overall Enjoyed
Positive: Big house Beautiful views Beautiful hiking trails near by Comfortable beds Beautiful decks Neighborhood was nice Down side: We had a leak in the master that leaked on the bed Could use a deep cleaning, Windows need cleaned, Carpet needs cleaned lots of dog fur in it. Sliding door on lower level was super hard to slide, kids could not do it on their own.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway
Everything was great!! Very spacious enough room for everyone to be comfortable. Great views from all the decks. Game room was nice on lower level so you couldn’t hear anything from the above floors. We did miss the ping pong table!! Great area to get out and walk. We definitely enjoyed the place!!

4/10 Poor

Kerry L., Atlanta, GA. USA

Needs TLC
We were disappointed that a premiere partner would look and have so many things not up to par. My husband and I often stay with only premiere and this was definitely not that. Hot tub was kind of green and needed chemicals, the cover was ripped , the wood was rotten and had mushrooms on it so we couldn’t use it. Their was foundation/ water issues with first floor and smelled very musty so we didn’t use that floor at all.. the bar downstairs was completely dilapidated and ice container smelled. The guest bath shower had no water. The bedrooms were nice and main floor was nice but not so much as a pinch of salt literally. Gas grill did not get very hot either. I would not recommend this as a premier until some things have been taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Earl O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updating
Property could use updating. Looks like it used regularly. Grill was extremely dirty upon arrival. There is a small leak in the gas line to the grill. Many light bulbs need replacement. No ping pong table as listed. No house number, hard to find. Overall pleased With property, nice sleeping areas and main living space. Lower level needs remodeling. Very secluded and maintenance man was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Family Gathering with family from Ga, Ky and Ohio.
We had the most wonderful time with our daughters,son-in-laws and 4 teen grandchildren for Thanksgiving in the mountains. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We spent most of our time in the game-room playing pool and darts. There wasn’t a ping pong table though. The kitchen was fully stocked. We cooked an entire Thanksgiving meal (plenty of cookware) and set a table for 10 people with nice dinnerware etc without having to bring anything. The bathrooms were well supplied with towels. Parking was adequate for 3 SUV’s. The place was clean and ready for us. Unfortunately the leaves were down so we missed all the fall colors but still enjoyed the beautiful view of the sunrise and sunset. I will say I did get a good leg workout with all the steps. I can’t say enough how helpful and wonderful Jessica and Jennifer were. So thank you ladies. This is the place to stay for large groups and if you are into boating.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Caitlin D., Nashville USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent place to stay
Roads to get to cabin are pretty rough and in some cases not meant for anything but 4wheel drive. Parking is incredibly limited for a cabin that sleeps 12. We had 3 and couldn’t make it work. Also absolutely 0 room for towing a boat or storing it nearby. Some issues with cleanliness, huge carpet stains, dry wall patches but overall it was decent but would definitely look to be more lake front or better for boat access
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Raina Kay G., Dayton, Ohio US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family spot
Great place for a reunion with family. We enjoyed the local area, lake, boating and more. It rained one day which was perfect for watching movies and playing board games (provided by the cabin). Excellent cabin with lots of sleeping place Thanks again for access to your property... perfect accommodation for our family of 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie G., Little Rock, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large family gathering!!
We really enjoyed our stay! This place is great for a large family / friends gathering. We had 8 guests, and we were very comfortable. Love the loft bunk room with large on-suite bath. Close to the lake and Caney Creek. The hottub was spotless - and fantastic. Lots of decks to sit on with coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019