Cottage w/River Access Near Rock Island State Park | House in Rock Island

10.0 (10 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Rock Island House | Cottage w/River Access Near Rock Island State Park

3 Bedroom House in Rock Island

The Home:
This private home is perched on a gentle hill, offering stunning views of rolling hills and valleys, Turkey Scratch Mountain, and sometimes even the neighboring cows grazing just beyond the fence line.
Sleeping & Living Spaces:
(If bringing a pet - please review pet policy below for more details)**
The main level features two bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom. For added convenience, a washer and dryer are available for guest use, located in a dedicated space within the secondary downstairs bathroom.
Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious open loft with a separate living area, four full-size bunk beds, a patio with scenic views, and a large full bathroom with a tub.
Garage Game Room & Pet Suite:
The garage—connected to the home by a breezeway—is both dog-friendly and doubles as a game room. This heated and cooled space includes a ping pong table, classic Nintendo, dart board, and a great selection of board games.
An XL doggie door provides access to a 20x15 fenced area, making it easy for pups to enjoy their own outdoor space. ******Please note, the inside of the home is not pup friend, thank you for understanding!
Location Highlights:
The property is conveniently located near some of Middle Tennessee’s best attractions:
Rock Island State Park is the headwaters of Center Hill Lake at the confluence of the Caney Fork, Collins, and Rocky Rivers.
• Rock Island State Park - 10 mins
• Scott's Gulf State Park - 20 mins
• Savage Gulf State Park - 40 mins
• Fall Creek Falls - 40 mins
• Cumberland Mountain State Park - 60 mins
• Edgar Evins State Park - 60 mins
• Cummins Falls State Park - 55 mins
Foster Falls, Virgin Falls, Window Cliffs State Natural Area, and more within a reasonable driving distance!
• Cotten's Marina (Caney Fork) - 7 mins
• Cumberland Caverns - 20 mins
• Isha Institute - 30 mins
• Pates Ford Marina (Center Hill Lake) - 35 mins
• Sligo Marina (Center Hill Lake) - 30 mins
• Fall Creek Falls Golf Course - 40 mins
• Honkey Tonk National Golf - 30 mins
• WillowBrook Golf Club - 35 mins
• Milner Rec Center (pool/tennis/basketball) - 19 mins
• McMinnville - 15 mins
• Sparta - 20 mins
• Cookeville - 40 mins
• Nashville - 90 mins
• Murfreesboro - 60 mins
• Chattanooga - 80 mins
• Knoxville - 2 hrs
and much more! (all times are approximate)
Pet Policy (Please Read Carefully):
Pets are only permitted in the heated and cooled 400 sq. ft two-car garage. Pets are not allowed inside the home. The garage is a comfortable hangout space featuring a TV, couch, dining table with chairs, dartboard, and a compact ping pong table.
• A $75 pet fee is required and must be added to your reservation
• Please include your pet when booking
• Undisclosed pets observed via exterior cameras will be invoiced the $75 fee. This fee helps cover additional cleaning and general wear and tear.
River Access & Kayaks:
Kayaks shown in photos are not included with the rental. However, nearby kayak rental options are available and we’re happy to share recommendations! *Smooth Rapids Outfitters & Kayak*
Only guests staying at the Cottage may use the community common area with river access.
River Levels: The river is typically low from mid-October through May due to Center Hill Dam operations. Water releases generally beginning in late May. Swimming and fishing are allowed year-round. Please swim and use amenities at your own risk.
Occupancy:
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests. The home is under 1,800 sq. ft. and is not equipped to accommodate additional guests. Please message host for approval if additional guests will be visiting. Bridal parties are common here, but only 8 guests may stay overnight at one time.
Grill Propane:
We do our best to keep propane available, but propane levels cannot be guaranteed.
Family Amenities:
A Pack ’n Play and high chair are available. Baby gates are not provided. Furniture is not secured to wall.
Fire extinguisher is in the kitchen cabinet closest to the wooden bench.

Cottage w/River Access Near Rock Island State Park is located in Rock Island. Cottage w/River Access Near Rock Island State Park provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, TV, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cottage w/River Access Near Rock Island State Park has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Rock Island has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Rock Island, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: pac n play provided and high chair. no baby gates
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets note from host: dogs are only allowed in the heated/cooled garage pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Anya B.
Oct 20, 2025 02:01:35 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This is definitely one of our top vacation rentals!! The house is so nice! They thought of everything when it comes to making a stay nice and comfortable. The owners go above and beyond to make sure your stay is the best it can be. I wish we could've stayed longer than 3 nights. We'll surely be back!
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