Watts Bar Lake · Ten Mile, TN

A quiet cabin right on the water.

Two bedrooms, a private dock, and a fire pit by the lake. Wake up to the water, fish off the dock, watch the sun set over the cove. Book direct — no fees, just better.

4.85 ★★★★★ 84 guest reviews
Superhost 4 years hosting
5 guests 2 bd · 3 beds · 1 ba
The Cabin

Wood, water, & quiet.

Little Bluegill is a two-bedroom log cabin tucked into a quiet cove on Watts Bar Lake. The dock is yours — no shared boat slip, no neighbor noise. The fire pit sits steps from the water, perfect for sundown s'mores or a late-night cup of coffee.

Inside: open living and kitchen, a queen and a full plus a sleeper for the kids, one full bath. Wi-Fi, Smart TV, full kitchen, washer and dryer. Everything you'd want for a long weekend or a slow week.

Twenty minutes from Spring City. Forty from Crossville. An hour from Knoxville and Chattanooga both. Close enough to civilization, far enough that all you'll hear at night is the lake.

What's Here

Everything you need, nothing you don't.

On the water

Cabin sits right on Watts Bar Lake with a private dock. Step out the door, you're at the water.

Fire pit by the lake

Steps from the water. Wood provided. Bring the marshmallows.

Wi-Fi & Smart TV

Reliable Wi-Fi for working from the porch or streaming a movie before bed.

Full kitchen

Cook in or grill out — full stove, fridge, dishwasher, coffee maker, all the basics.

Washer & dryer

Pack light. There's a full-size washer and dryer in the cabin.

Two private bedrooms

Queen and full bedrooms, plus a sleeper. Sleeps five comfortably.

4.85 ★★★★★
"One of the most loved homes on the lake."
84 verified guest reviews · Superhost · Hosted by Tim
★★★★★

"What a wonderful, peaceful escape! The cabin was wonderful! Tim was a great host who was very communicative and responsive. We kayaked, used the row boat and the paddle boat, and enjoyed sitting on the dock fishing for bluegill. Loved the fire pit and the location in the cove was spectacular! My wife and I were celebrating 32 years of marriage, and every aspect of our stay was perfect."

Becki
August 2025 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"Tim's place was amazing. Super clean, cozy, and welcoming. We hit the lake every day and the available kayaks were a huge plus. The cove turned out to be a great fishing spot. The kids had an amazing time out on the lake and lots of memories were made. Just an all-around awesome getaway and great escape. Would absolutely come back."

Lee
via Airbnb
★★★★★

"Amazing location and cabin at the lake! We were looking for a weekend getaway to kayak and relax and this place did not disappoint. We had a great time and great experience here."

Melanie
September 2025 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"Spacious living area and bedrooms. Very clean with updated floors and shower. Bed was comfortable. Great view of woods and lake. Spent a great deal of time on the back deck with the warm spring weather."

Richard, Columbus OH
March 2026 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"The place was great! The snack basket upon arrival was wonderful — like a big bonus drink! Really appreciated the clean hot shower after our day of driving. Tim responded very quickly with our questions and was very helpful. We'll be back!"

Rakter
October 2025 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"It was a well needed rest! It was so peaceful and everything was perfect. We will definitely be back!"

Patricia
August 2025 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"We enjoyed our stay here in the Little Bluegill. Plenty of amenities, great lake access for smaller boats. We spent a lot of time on the back porch grilling and enjoying the weather. New appliances, the inside stays comfortable even close to 90°. Tim is very easy to communicate with and quickly responds, which is always appreciated."

Ethan
via Airbnb
★★★★★

"Beautiful setting, spacious, and Tim was very responsive when we had questions. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to the area."

Olivia
October 2025 · via Airbnb
★★★★★

"It was a beautiful setting on the lake and very peaceful and private."

Mitchell, Seattle WA
December 2025 · via Airbnb
All reviews shown above were originally posted by verified guests on Airbnb. Names shortened for guest privacy.

Book direct.

Tell us when you'd like to come and we'll get back to you within a day. No service fees, no booking fees. Just the cabin.

  • No platform fees — same cabin, lower price
  • Direct line to the host (Tim) for any question
  • Flexible check-in once we're confirmed
  • Last-minute weeks often available
Read & sign house rules + rental agreement

House Rules for Little Bluegill

A calm, clear set of expectations helps guests relax and enjoy the cabin while keeping everything in great shape for the next family.

🐾 Pets
Small pets only — under 10 lbs, one pet max, and only with prior host approval. Please check the pet box on the booking form so we can confirm. Undisclosed or oversized pets will result in a $250 cleaning surcharge and possible early termination of the stay. Thanks for respecting the policy — it keeps the cabin clean for the next family.

🔥 Fire Pit Use

  • Please replace the lid on the fire pit after each use.
  • Never leave a fire unattended.
  • Make sure the fire is fully extinguished before going inside.

🚣 Kayaks & Lake Use

  • Swim at your own risk — there is no lifeguard on duty.
  • Please return kayaks and paddles to the stand after each use.
  • Use caution around the water and supervise children at all times.

🌲 General Safety

  • The property is in a natural, wooded area — watch your step and be mindful of uneven ground.
  • We are not responsible for accidents or injuries. Please be careful and use good judgment during your stay.

🧹 Cabin Care

  • Treat the cabin with the same care you would your own home.
  • Report any accidental damage right away so we can address it quickly and keep the cabin in great condition for future guests.

🔕 Quiet Hours

  • Quiet hours begin at 10 PM to maintain the peaceful setting for everyone.

🚭 Smoking

  • No smoking inside the cabin.

Booking & Payment Terms

  1. Occupancy: Maximum 5 overnight guests. No parties, events, or commercial filming.
  2. Payment: 50% deposit charged at booking. Remaining 50% auto-charged to the same card 14 days before check-in.
  3. Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled 30+ days before check-in. 50% refund 14–30 days out. No refund inside 14 days. Host reserves the right to cancel and full-refund for force majeure (weather, water, power).
  4. Damage: Guest is responsible for damage beyond normal wear. Host may charge the card on file for documented damage with itemized invoice.
  5. ID verification: Host may request a photo of guest's government-issued ID after booking. Failure to provide ID before check-in voids the reservation (deposit non-refundable).
  6. Cardholder authorization: Guest confirms they are the cardholder, or have written authorization from the cardholder. Third-party bookings disputed by the cardholder will not be honored and may be reported as fraud.
  7. Pets: Small pets (under 10 lbs, 1 max) allowed only with prior approval. Undisclosed or oversized pets = $250 cleaning surcharge plus possible early termination.
  8. Smoking violation: $250 cleaning fee if smoking occurs inside the cabin.
  9. Liability: Use of the dock, fire pit, kayaks, and lake is at guest's own risk. Host is not liable for personal injury or property loss.
  10. Governing law: Tennessee.

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By typing your full name above, you confirm you have read and agree to the rental agreement, and you are the cardholder (or have written authorization from the cardholder).

After payment, you'll get an instant confirmation email and a check-in note from Tim within a day.