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Waterfront Private Retreat - Near Downtown

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A campfire with two Adirondack chairs and a canoe in a wooded area.
A sign for the Dover Hotel at Fort Donelson National Battlefield, with a stone base and a logo of the National Park Service.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a red patterned rug. A wall clock and a refrigerator are visible in the background.
A bathroom with a teal door, a small wooden table with towels, and a towel rack.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Dover, TN
  • Place, Surrender House - Dover Hotel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Day Use Area
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Donelson National Cemetery
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Private Retreat - Near Downtown

Enjoy this private getaway in the heart of historic Dover!

This cottage has been a full-time short term rental for 7 years, hosting countless happy guests with the perfect combination of charm, comfort, and convenience.

With stunning views of the Cumberland River/Lake Barkley, this is the ideal retreat for anyone seeking high-quality accommodations.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Surrender House - Dover Hotel. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Surrender House - Dover Hotel and 3 minutes by foot from Cumberland River
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Dover cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events are welcome - maximum of 6 overnight guests

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 10
Note from host: Events are welcome - maximum of 6 overnight guests
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Waterfront Private Retreat - Near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house close to town. I was able to paddle board right from the backyard. I would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful waterfront property! The location was peaceful, and the views were absolutely beautifully. The home was spotless, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway.The host was friendly, responsive, and made the entire check-in and check-out process seamless. We especially enjoyed spending time by the water and appreciated how quiet and relaxing the property was.If you're looking for a clean, comfortable, and scenic place to unwind, this is the perfect choice. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable waterfront escape!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Bass Angler

Very nice place . Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025