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Stunning Mountain Lake, Private Forest, Beautiful 4 BR & 4 BA

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soddy Daisy, TN
  • Place, Veterans Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Poe's Tavern Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Chickamauga Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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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.

Stunning Mountain Lake, Private Forest, Beautiful 4 BR & 4 BA

Montlake is a unique mountain lake formed millions of years ago. It is one of the very few natural lakes in Tennessee. Our Montlake Retreat is a very spacious home with about 20 acres of wooded grounds. There are trails around the lake, and there is a waterfall directly across the lake from the terrace. We are family-oriented, but also welcome special interest groups, such as rock climbers, sports teams, fishermen (up to three boats), weddings, reunions. etc.

Montlake has four bedrooms, four baths, living room, library, great room/dining room, kitchen, and laundry room. There are two fireplaces (library and great room) and a large deck above the terrace. It is a long, rambling house, so there is plenty of privacy for everyone. The master bath has a jetted tub and separate shower, as well as a large walk-in closet and bidet. The other three baths have toilets, sinks, and tub-showers. The laundry room has large capacity (front-loading) washer and dryer. The terrace overlooks the lake and is a pleasant place to bask in the sun or gather around a campfire. Added bonus for the kids: If you hike all the way around the lake, you are entitled to ring the antique bell!

The views at Montlake are beautiful.

Here's what our guests have to say:

'Our stay at Montlake was GREAT!!! Your home was so beautiful and comfortable. There was plenty of room for everyone (we had 9 in our group) to relax and do their own thing. The lake was breathtaking, we hiked around the lake, grilled, and enjoyed the sites. The waterfall was beautiful, it had just rained and it was falling very heavily. The location of your home was also great we were just about 20-25 minutes to all attractions, Rock City, Ruby Falls and Chattanooga Railroad Station. Thank you for letting us come to your lovely home. I highly recommend this home to anyone. Hope to stay again next year.' --Carol I.

'We have been recommending your house to friends and family!' --Fabienne V.

'Thank you for the use of your lovely home! We had a relaxed, companiable weekend with our friends. Oh--and the view of the lake is breathtaking! Thank you again; you have a lovely, lovely home.
--Linda and John D.

Montlake is a complete home and we rent to one family or group at a time. We absolutely do not permit subleasing or unscheduled events.

Keywords: Roomy house
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Veterans Park. Enjoy features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Veterans Park and 10 minutes from Poe's Tavern Park
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

The trails around Montlake have been there for centuries. NEVER MOVE OR REMOVE THE STONES that pave or outline the paths and terraces.

If a fireplace is used, its flu must be opened before a fire is lit.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 small ( house and travel trained) NO extra pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome, must be with adults at all times

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

$250.00 per event up to 20 people, $15 extra guest

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: 25
Note from host: $250.00 per event up to 20 people, $15 extra guest
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 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Stunning Mountain Lake Private Forest Beautiful 4 BR 4 BA House

Stunning Mountain Lake Private Forest Beautiful 4 BR 4 BA

Stunning Mountain Lake, Private Forest, Beautiful 4 BR & 4 BA Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 190 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home and gorgeous property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect. It was clean and well stocked. The view and yard were amazing. The waterfall and lake were right behind the house. We really enjoyed the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C., Gloucester, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house with excellent hosts. It was nice that each bedroom had a bathroom so no overcrowding. Hosts were excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious property with nice outdoor area, lovely view in the back. The host was very communicative and accommodating for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

dave m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed house and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location Great communication Incredible views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area. Enjoyed a walk around the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with the hosts and beautiful property. Would definitely book again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and property. Very well appointed and maintained. Owners are very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a beautiful trip here at Montlake...what a gorgeous view for coffee every morning! The home is spacious and well appointed (including spices if you cook), with a bathroom adjacent to each room. We enjoyed the artwork, fireplace and library. We also loved the trails around beautiful, blue Montlake and the basketball goal. We were pleased to find wood ready there stacked for the firepit and fireplaces! Please note: without vigilant, constant supervision, this is not a place for small kids as described already in the listing. If you require filterered water, you will have to bring it with you! Hostess was super kind, responsive and thoughtful. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyler G.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
we loved all the open space to hang out in
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice that each couple had their own bedroom and bathroom. I liked that there were three different rooms that we could meet together in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family enjoys vacationing together And this home provided a great home base for us. Plenty of room for us to be together yet have our own space when needed. Brought a kayak with us and some of our family went down and enjoyed the lake as well. We also were able to travel to several waterfalls and enjoy the hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom b.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for our yearly brothers weekend. The house was excellent. It was clean, spacious and well stocked. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mattie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was good! We had an amazing time. Everything we needed was provided. The view was beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Memorable Experience

After not being able to visit Montlake for decades, this was a very special experience for my wife and me. It is a beautiful location with easy access to a trail leading to the water or around the lake. It would be very comfortable for eight (four couples). I would prefer a king bed in the Master suite vs. two doubles. Some updating would be nice but it was comfortable and extremely clean. The host is very accommodating abd communication was timely. It
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and privet

If you are looking for modern and new this is not the place for you. If you are looking for a spacious well loved home, you have found it. Everything was very clean! 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 living rooms, a study, large dinning and furnish kitchen. The art decorating the home is beautiful and the view is stunning. Can you imagine having a private lake with your very own waterfall and path thur the woods. I highly recommend Montlake Retreat.
From the huge back terrace.
The water fall from the back terrace.
Stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

We rented this place to celebrate the graduation of our son from UTC. It was very accommodating for a large group. The view out back is gorgeous. The weather that weekend was stormy, but we still had a wonderful time together. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Montlake

Beautiful property on a unique lake. Montlake had a big part in my memories & I’m so glad I got to experience staying on the lake. We came with our children & grandchildren & enjoyed meals & games around the dining table. There was plenty of room for the 6 of us to spread out
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Retreat

My family and I had a great time on vacation from Minnesota. We were blown away by the secluded lake and waterfall. We spent lots of time outside on the giant patio. My 2,4, and 6 year old spent time collecting snails and doing laps around the lake. This house was huge with all the amenities needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

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